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Children’s Aid Society is committed to helping children and their families build stronger, healthier lives through compassionate and professional services. |
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Our Values |
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Rooted in the Southern Pennsylvania District of the Church of the Brethren, we uphold Christian values. Children are not only the hope of our future, but an essential part of our present society. The gifts of all children should be nurtured and cherished. Children and families with added stressors and problems need additional help and support. Early intervention and prevention will enable children to become healthier and happier adults. |
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Our History |
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In 1913, Children's Aid Society (CAS) was organized at the home of Sudie Mae Wingert of Waynesboro as an outreach of the Southern Pennsylvania District Church of the Brethren that promoted rescuing neglected, dependent and orphaned children. Soon thereafter, CAS began offering foster care services and opened a children's home in Carlisle, PA. As times changed and society's perception of orphanages changed, Children's Aid Society adapted its focus to concentrate on meeting the emotional needs of children as well as their immediate physical needs. Through the dedication and contributions of many loyal supporters, especially devoted people of faith, Children's Aid Society has been able to open and operate three centers that address child welfare and child-parent relationships. responsive in providing children's ministries to a society in the midst of change. |
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Our Misson |
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Celebrating 100 years of service to children and their families
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Lehman Caring Center Nicarry Caring Center Leiter Caring Center (717) 845-5771 (717) 624-4461 (717)264-8552 |
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1913–2013 |
