United Way and Catholic Charities Help Local Veterans
It is not uncommon for veterans to have trouble transitioning back to civilian life; the challenges can be overwhelming. That’s why United Way supports a program in partnership with Catholic Charities: Allentown Diocese (serving Berks County) to help veterans avoid...
Family Guidance Center Makes Mental Health Care Accessible
COVID-19 has caused a steep increase in mental health problems. The isolation, uncertainty, and grief suddenly hurled into everyone’s lives have exacerbated symptoms in those with existing mental health conditions and sparked new problems in others. Therapy and proper...
Aiden Finds Help Developing Life Skills
A journey of love, lessons and challenges is how Idalis Acevedo describes life since her son, Aiden, was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. “I was unfamiliar with autism,” Idalis, of Shillington said. “I didn’t know what he would or wouldn’t be able to do.”...
Julian Finds Stability and Success through CASA
After losing his father, Julian bounced around in foster care, often being moved because of his aggressive behavior. When he was 12 years old, CASA of Berks County had the opportunity to provide Julian with a trained volunteer to serve as his advocate. In visiting him...
Meals on Wheels Gives Kitty Independence
For Kitty Merkel, 85, there was no doubt that she wanted to remain in her own home. After a fall, where she ended up in the hospital and then a rehab for several weeks, it couldn’t come soon enough that she was able to return to her home. The difference between most...
Help Inspires Local Man to Help Others
Whenever Stephen Werner goes clothing shopping, he keeps an eye out for deals. He isn’t just a savvy shopper - - when he buys a coat or a pair of shoes for himself, he often buys a couple more, in different sizes. He has no idea who will be wearing the items, he just...