Resources
Below is a list of academic resources for students and community resources for our families in Harrisburg and surrounding areas. The community resources are available in Dauphin County and the Harrisburg, PA area. The community and governmental agencies listed below will be able to provide multiple services for families.
- Child Study Center
- APA
- City of Harrisburg
- Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD)
- Society for Research in Adolescence
- Society for Community Research and Action
- PACT: Parents and Children Together
- NBCDI: National Black Child Development Institute
- SRCD Tri-Caucus Webinar: How to Forge Effective Collaborative Partnerships to Advance Developmental Science for Ethnic Minority Children, Youth, and Families
- SRCD Series: Hidden Figures in Developmental Science
also 2015 Contact Helpline
The helpline provides a one-stop-shop to find information about different resources (i.e., mental health, housing, programming, etc.) available in Harrisburg and surrounding areas. The helpline includes a referral service.
- 717-652-4987
- Helpline Website
Community Action Commission
The Community Action Commission (CAC) provides a variety of services, ranging from social services to housing assistance, for families as well as community development. Social services include services for adults, parents, and children, as well as at-risk youth.
- 1514 Derry Street
- Harrisburg, PA 17104
- (717) 232-9757
- Emergency Services: (717) 652-4400
- Toll-free: 1-800-932-4616
- Community Action Website
Hamilton Health Center
Hamilton Health Center provides medical and dental services for individuals and families regardless of their financial situation or healthcare status. Hamilton Health Center Website
Primary Medical
- 110 S. 17th St.
- Harrisburg, PA 17104-1522
- Phone: (717) 232-9971
Union Deposit Family Practice
- 895 South Arlington Ave
- Harrisburg, PA 17109
- Phone: (717) 232-0500
Dauphin County Systems of Care Meetings
There are meetings held at least once a month that focus on Community, Cultural Competency, Faith-Based, Parent/Guardian Advisory Board, and Youth Leadership Committee. Each of these meetings consists of individuals and other community organizations to allow for collaboration and integration of services, supports, and resources for families.
Contact: Helen Spence, 717-574-8810
Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Pennsylvania
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Pennsylvania offers a variety of programs for youth as well as programming to support families and enhance strengths. There are multiple locations in Harrisburg, PA.
- (717) 234-3268
- 1227 Berryhill Street
- Harrisburg, PA 17104-1799
- Harrisburg Boys and Girls Club Website
Big Brother Big Sister
Big Brother Big Sister of the Capital Region provides mentoring programs and youth development.
- (717) 236-0199
- 1519 North Third Street
- Harrisburg PA 17102
- Big Brother Big Sister Website
Salvation Army
Salvation Army offers many programs that help provide basic needs. They provide education, help, and nourishment to communities and individuals who are struggling.
- (717) 233-6755
- 506 South 29th Street
- Harrisburg, PA 17104
- Salvation Army Website