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Krystal’s Story: Finding Strength Through Support

Nov 18, 2025

After a painful separation and months of searching for help, Krystal felt overwhelmed and alone as she cared for her three children. When she reached out to PCHAS, she was not just looking for housing. She was looking for hope. Read her incredible journey and learn more about how to get involved at Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services. Read More

Every New Mom Needs Support

Mar 03, 2022

At age 18, youth in foster care often choose to emancipate. More than 1,200 teens made this decision last year and many did not have a reliable support system to depend on. We can expect that 70% of these young women will be pregnant or parenting by the age of 21. Think for a moment about what it would be like to become a parent at a young age, without support. Read More


Family Makes a Difference

Feb 23, 2022

More than 1,200 teens aged out of the Texas foster care system last year. They finally have the right to make decisions about their future, but without support, achieving their goals can be extremely difficult. Read More


Lifting a Big Weight

Feb 22, 2022

"When I came in and saw the kids' beds, all made up with stuffed animals on them, I just bawled," said one mom. "We were leaving a bad situation and coming here was a big weight lifted off my shoulders." Read More


New Titles for Familiar Faces

Feb 22, 2022

PCHAS has named two new vice presidents: Jeanine Watson, vice president of human resources, and Cindy Lively, vice president of administration. Read More


Watch: Take A Chance On Me

Feb 16, 2022

There are more than 4,000 teens in foster care in Texas right now. Read More


New Mentoring Program Receives Funding for Eight Years

Jan 24, 2022

Generous gifts from two local churches sources will finance Elevate Mentoring in Temple, Texas for its first eight years. Read More