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In Pennsylvania, youth can remain in foster care until the age of 21. Many of the matching events listed on this page provide families with opportunities to meet older youth in care who are in need of permanency. Even though many of these youth are on their way to young adulthood, they continue to need permanent connections and a family to support, love and care for them. To learn more about this group of older youth please visit the Waiting Children section and use the Search Kids tool and search by age range 17 to 20.
Tuesday, September 21
Lifespan Family Services Annual Matching Event
Lifespan Family Services is excited to announce their upcoming Annual Matching Event. Lunch will be provided, as well as activities for youth and families. We look forward to seeing you!
- When: Saturday, September 21, 2024
- Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Where: 2672 Helvetia Road, Luthersburg, PA 15848
- Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/978486849507?aff=oddtdtcreator
- More information: Contact Tanya Dinger (tdinger@lifespanfamilyservices.com)
Tuesday, September 24
Annual DVAC Matching Event
This is a workers-only matching event; however, families are encouraged to have their workers attend on their behalf.
- When: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
- Time: 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Where: Davisville Church—Southampton, PA
- More information: Contact Angela Phillips at aphillips1@gemmaservices.org
Saturday, October 12
Adoption Center and SWAN for an Older Youth Matching Event
This in-person event will bring together the amazing youth and prospective families to meet, hang out, and get to know each other. This event is open to families with an approved family profile/home study. There will be guided activities for families and youth, which will provide many opportunities for everyone to really engage with one another!
- When: Saturday, October 12, 2024
- Time: 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
- Where: Harrisburg Area (specific location details will be shared with registration)
- Registration: To register visit www.adopt.org
- For more information: Contact Jennifer Mitchell at jmitchell@adopt.org
Saturday, October 19
Children's Aid Home Programs of Somerset County, Inc.'s Trunk-or-Treat Matching Event
Carve out some time for the Children’s Aid Home Programs of Somerset County, Inc.’s trunk-or-treat matching event. It’s sure to be a howlin’ good time for youth, workers and families.
- When: Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Time: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.
- Where: Children’s Aid Home Programs of Somerset County, Inc., 1476 N Center Avenue, Somerset, PA 15501
- Registration: Families can register using this online registration form. We hope to see you there!
- For more information: Please email Amanda (aheidorn@cahprogram.org) if you have any questions
Monday, October 28
More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi
Recruitment Workers and Family Matching Workers are invited to join Mazi for an open house style "Inquiry Hour”, where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by our agency! Families, please note that this event is professionals only, but feel free to share with your workers the information about this event and request that they join to represent your family!
- When: Monday, October 28, 2024
- Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Where: Online platform via Teams. Workers can email Liz Cady at LizCady@maziadoption.org to gain meeting information
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Children’s Aid Society of Clearfield County’s Annual Matching Event
This event is open to families and professionals. For more information, contact Jennifer Teats at jennifert@childaid.org
- When: Sunday, November 3, 2024
- Time: Noon-2:30 p.m.
- Where: Luigi’s Villa in DuBois, PA
- Registration: Details will be forthcoming
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Children's Service Center of Wyoming Valley Annual Matching Event
Please RSVP by Oct. 18. All families with an approved home study are welcome to attend!
- When: Saturday, November 9, 2024
- Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Where: 335 South Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; C Building
- Registration: You can register by emailing Maura Hinkley at mhinkley@e-csc.org or by calling 570-825-6425 x 7615
- Contact: Shari Menichello (smenichello@e-csc.org) with questions.
Monday, December 23
More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi
Recruitment Workers and Family Matching Workers are invited to join Mazi for an open house style "Inquiry Hour”, where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by our agency! Families, please note that this event is professionals only, but feel free to share with your workers the information about this event and request that they join to represent your family!
- When: Monday, December 23, 2024
- Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Where: Online platform via Teams. Workers can email Liz Cady at LizCady@maziadoption.org to gain meeting information
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), which is in part comprised of the Office of Children, Youth, and Families (OCYF) complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.