Share the Warmth This Winter: Foster Care Information Session

Schedule

Mon Jan 19 2026 at 12:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

220 N 5th St | Reading, PA

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Learn how opening your home can change a child’s life—starting this winter.
About this Event

This winter, children in our community need more than warm coats—they need safe, caring homes.

Join us for a free, no-obligation Foster Care Information Session to learn what it really means to become a foster parent and how you can make a difference.

Whether you’re just curious, actively considering fostering, or looking for a meaningful way to give back, this session is a welcoming first step.

During this session, you’ll learn:

  • Who needs foster homes in our community
  • What fostering looks like day-to-day
  • The types of foster families needed (short-term, long-term, respite, etc.)
  • What support, training, and resources are provided
  • How to get started—at your own pace

You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to care.

Session Dates:

1/8/26 – Virtual Session at 2 PM, Please call 610-655-5555 or email [email protected] to register

1/19/26 – Open House at 220 N. 5th Street, Reading, PA 19601 from 12 to 6 PM

1/27/26 – Open House at 2454 Brodhead Road, Bethehem, PA 18020 from 10 AM to 3 PM

2/4/26 – Open House at 220 N. 5th Street, Reading, PA 19601 from 10 AM to 4 PM

2/15/26 – Virtual Session at 2 PM, Please cll 610-655-5555 or email [email protected]

2/24/25 – Open House – 2454 Brodhead Road, Bethlehem, PA 18020 from 10 AM To 3 PM

Who Should Attend

  • Individuals, couples, and families
  • Single adults and empty nesters
  • Anyone interested in learning more about foster care

(No commitment required—just come learn.)

This winter, you can help make life warmer for a child.
Register today to learn if fostering is right for you.

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Where is it happening?

220 N 5th St, 220 North 5th Street, Reading, United States

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