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April is Volunteer Month!
April is Volunteer Month The month of April is National Volunteer Month and is a great opportunity to highlight everything our volunteers add to our community. At Friends Association we would not be able to do our work without the dedication and support of our...
Jennifer Lopez reflects on a recent retreat
Our CEO, Jennifer Lopez reflects on a recent retreat with Susan Burton and the S.A.F.E. Housing community. “Imagine a multidimensional spider’s web in the early morning covered with dew drops. And every dew drop contains the reflection of all the other dew drops. ...
We Are Proud of Our Teammates!
We want to recognize two of our team members for completing the coursework to become Certified Recovery Specialists (CRS). Through the Peer Support Expansion Initiative held by the Council of Southeast Pennsylvania - Yulanda Myers and Jessica Leighton recently...
What is Trauma Informed Language?
What is trauma-informed language? Trauma-informed language refers to the way we communicate with and about individuals who have experienced trauma. The goal is to create a safe and supportive environment by avoiding language that could be triggering or...
Why is there a lack of affordable housing in Chester County?
Why is there a lack of affordable housing in Chester County? Chester County, Pennsylvania, is an area that has seen rapid development and population growth over the past several years. However, with this growth has come a critical issue that many residents are facing:...
Congratulations To The New Chairperson!
Congratulations To The New Chairperson! We are so proud of our CEO Jennifer Lopez! She has been elected as the new Chairperson for the Governance Board of the Chester County Partnership to End Homelessness. The Partnership is a community-based collaborative of...
I was Inspired at the SAFE Housing Network Conference
I was inspired at the SAFE Housing Network Conference I am a Peer Support Specialist at the Friends Association for Care & Protection of Children, and my name is Yulanda Myers. More specifically, I apply my Certified Recovery Specialist &, Certified Family...