Community Voices

An open letter to Lancaster County schools

The School District of Lancaster posted this photo on social media of elementary school children returning to in-person instruction on Monday, Oct. 26, 2020. (Source: SDL) …

Single mothers in the African immigrant community: ‘We need to be listened to’

Clockwise from top center: Bobbie Kemoi, her brothers Benjamin and Bethwell, mother Hannah, and sister Bella are seen in an undated family photo. (Source: Provided) Bobbie …

Love Your Block funds community empowerment

Jenny Germann’s city-centric coloring books were just one of the Love Your Block funded projects this spring. (Source: Jenny Germann) If the pandemic has proved anything …

Update: Community Mental Health Assistance Program Expanded to all Lancaster County Residents

Update: The program has been opened up to ALL Lancaster County residents, regardless of your employment status. We will assist all adults and children with free …

Free Online Training: Understanding Trauma, Resilience and Trauma Informed Care

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health is offering a new free, online, self-paced training course, titled “Understanding Trauma, Resilience and Trauma Informed Care”. This course provides a foundational understanding of trauma, Adverse …

Why it is important to connect

Now more than ever it is important to connect. Learn more about the power of connection with Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health.

By Laura Hughes - July 9, 2020