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Programs Available:    *24-Hour Residential Treatment    *Partial and Acute Partial Hospitalization    *Outpatient Therapy and Medication      Management    *Community and School Based Behavioral         Health     *Psychological Assessment    *Alternative Education Programs    *Career Alternative Education Program    *Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services    *Student Assistance Program (SAP)

Sarah A. Reed Children's Center was founded in 1871 in Erie, Pennsylvania, by a group of 30 women interested in helping orphaned and homeless children. Sarah A. Reed was an original member of this group who founded “The Association for Improving the Conditions of the Poor, and a Home for the Friendless.” Miss Reed, affectionately known as "Erie's Grand Old Lady" during the early 1900s, served as President of this organization for 45 years, from 1889 until her death in 1934. Her contributions to the agency were so substantialthat in 1935 the Center was renamed in her honor.

Erie's Oldest Human Services Agency Sarah A. Reed Children's Center has grown significantly over the years, but the heart of the organization and the mission that Sarah Reed began back in 1871 are still alive and well. The agency is proud to continue in Sarah's footsteps, providing the necessary mental health services and behavioral health programs that help 1,700 children and their families out of crisis each year and onto a healthier, successful future.

For example, the agency's Parent-Child Interaction Therapy gives families the guidance and tools they need to successfully parent children who display significantly disruptive or oppositional behaviors. Sarah Reed also offers a wide array of school-based and community- based educational programs throughout Erie County for students with mental health and behavioral challenges, and its first- class Residential Treatment Program provides 24- hour intensive treatment, including: individual, family, and group therapy; art therapy; recreational therapy; medical care and educational programming for children and 

A G E N C Y P R O F I L E

Specializing in children's mental health, behavioral

health and trauma-informed care for over 145 years

James D. Mando is the president and chief executive officer of Sarah A. Reed Children's Center.

Main Administrative Offices and Residential Treatment Program

Website www.SarahReed.org

adolescents, many of whom have experienced significant trauma.

A Sanctuary®-Certified Organization Sarah A. Reed Children's Center is one of the few agencies in northwestern Pennsylvania that is certified in the Sanctuary® Model of trauma- informed care.  This full-system approach focuses on helping injured children recover from the damaging effects of interpersonal trauma. Because it is a full-system approach, effective implementation of the Sanctuary® Model requires extensive leadership involvement in the process of change, as well as staff and client involvement at every level of the process.

Plans for Expansion There is an escalating demand among families in Erie and throughout Pennsylvania for Sarah Reed's programs and services. This year, the agency is excited to expand and meet this growing need.  Plans are underway to build a fifth residence hall on Sarah Reed's main campus, which houses the 24-hour Residential Treatment Program. In 2016, this program served 69 children from across the state, including the Erie, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Philadelphia region.  The typical length of stay for each child is 9-12 months, and the new 12- bed residence hall will help an additional 20-25 children annually.

Sarah Reed will also be transforming the existing athletic field at its Hamilton Campus into the Sanctuary for Integrated Health and Wellness Park. This state-of-the-art park will be accessible to the community and is designed to promote physical health, mindfulness, therapeutic activities and intellectual development.  

New Residence Hall at 2445 West 34th Street - Erie   New Wellness Park at 2931 Harvard Road - Erie

Sarah A. Reed Children's Center is a respected leader throughout Pennsylvania in the treatment of children with severe emotional, mental health, behavioral health and trauma-related challenges. As it continues to celebrate 145 years of service, the agency recognizes the generosity of its donors, volunteers, staff and the entire Erie community for the difference they continue to make in the lives of children and families in need.

2445 West 34th Street Erie, PA  16506 (814) 835-7602

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Year Founded: 1871 Children Served Annually: 1,700 Number of Locations: 7 Number of PA Counties Served in 2016: 25 Number of Employees: 320

How Your Support Helps the Children:    *Vital medical and therapeutic support     during crisis situations        *Educational programming    *Sporting and cultural outings in Erie    *Campus improvements    *Summer camp opportunities    *Technology (iPads, SMART Boards, etc.)    *Books, art and recreational supplies