Bethany Children’s Home
In our unique and specialized programs, youth have access to a variety of therapeutic, spiritual, and cultural services in addition to recreational activities. Youth reside on campus in one of our historic cottages with a family comprised of house parents, support staff and resident advisors. Explore the tabs above to learn more about Bethany Children’s Home, how we support local youth, and how you can help us help youth succeed in their goals to be reunified in the community!
Our Vision
Bethany Children’s Home vision is of a community where all youth and staff are safe in their environment and feel safe within themselves. To bring this vision into reality, we provide the resources needed to children and families to work through their losses, enabling them to have a brighter future.
Our Mission
The mission of Bethany Children’s Home is to provide a safe place of nurture, protection, and supportive care to aid our residents in their self-understanding, growth, and healing toward a brighter, healthier future.
Our Affiliations
Bethany Children’s Home is affiliated with many industry and community organizations, including:
- Association of Fundraising Professionals
- Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
- Conrad Weiser Rotary
- Hugh Smith and Associates
- Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth and Family Services
- Society for Human Resource Management
- Take Heart Counseling and Equine Therapy
We are now certified as a “Specialized Setting” for victims of trafficking and youth transitioning into adulthood. The specialized setting certification is a component of the federal Family First Prevention Services Act, signed into law in 2018.
You can help us continue our life-changing work.
The support we receive from community partners and donors ensures we can continue to help children in their healing journey.
Latest News
Stay up to date with all things Bethany!
CEO Dr. Birli receives award from The LGBT Center of Greater Reading
Bethany CEO Dr. Joe Birli was honored with a 2023 Community Champion award from the The LGBT Center of Greater Reading at their Gala on Saturday evening. Congratulations, Dr. Birli!
CEO Dr. Birli meets with Gov. Shapiro
Dr. Birli recently had the opportunity to meet with Gov. Shapiro for a PRIDE Reception hosted at the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence. It was a great evening of fellowship and connection.
Join us for 160th events this fall!
Visit bethanyhome.org/get-involved to order tickets to our Tribute Dinner! Contact Jessica Holland at jholland@bethanyhome.org or 610-589-6861 with questions or for more information!
Get In Contact With Us
Mailing Address
Bethany Children's Home
P.O. Box 93
Womelsdorf, PA 19567
Contact Us
Fax: (610) 589-5771
Email: info@bethanyhome.org
To make a referral to any of our group home programs, please email Bethany at bethanyreferral@ bethanyhome.org.
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