We’re Better Together!
OUR MISSION:
Caring for the needs of Children and Families in crisis and preparing them for success in life, thereby strengthening the Quality of Life in the Communities we serve.
For more than 140 years, The Children’s Home of Reading (CHOR) has stood as a pillar of hope, transforming the lives of at-risk children and families. What began as a heartfelt effort by compassionate citizens to shelter just six children has grown into a vital lifeline—reaching over 3,500 children, adults, and families through more than 36 specialized residential, educational, and community-based programs.
Yet, our work is far from over. Every child deserves safety, healing, and the chance to thrive, but we can’t do it alone. It’s the generosity of individuals, businesses, volunteers, and community partners that makes our mission possible. Every act of kindness, every voice that shares our story, and every extended hand brings us one step closer to changing lives and building a brighter future for those who need it most.
Programs and Services
The Children’s Home of Reading offers over 36 different programs & services that meet the unique needs of over 3,500 children & families in crisis every year.
Specialized Education Services
Three licensed school programs with state-certified teachers to help children and youth who have special education needs to achieve their academic goals.
Residential Treatment Programs
Trauma-focused cognitive and behavioral therapy services to help children and youth with mental health disorders like ADHD, post trauma disorders, etc.
Acute Partial Hospitalization
Stabilization and treatment services to help children ages 5-18 with mental health disorders and emotional disturbances.
In the NEWS…
December 20, 2024, Channel 69 - Generosity of the Community
December 6, 2024, Berks Weekly - Children’s Home of Reading: Jill Troutman on 140 years of hope and healing
October 18, 2024, Berks Weekly - Annual Toy Run to benefit the Children’s Home of Reading this Sunday
October 1, 2024, BCTV - Afterschool Program Helping Kids Build Positive Relationships
September 24-27, 2024 - RCPA Conference Booth #52 “Get the Scoop”
September 17, BCTV - National Kinship Month
September 13, 2024, Berks Weekly - Children’s Home of Reading & CHOR Youth & Family Services Celebrates 140 years of Service to the Community
Get Involved
We rely on your timely support to continue to provide critical program services to help the most vulnerable children and youth.
“It’s difficult to answer why we give back to CHOR because it’s similar to the question- Why you love your brother or sister?
We give back because we work well together, we are there for each other, and we care for each other. Giving to CHOR is a natural thing for us.”
MG Architects’ Principal Architects -Robert Conklin (on left) and Scott Graham( on right).
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Our Mission, "Caring for the needs of Children and Families in crisis and preparing them for success in life, thereby strengthening the Quality of Life in the Communities we serve.”