In the middle of 2019, PCHAS closed its residential treatment program in St. Francois County, Missouri, and opened the Farmington Service Center. Its goal was to address community needs such as under-employment, a high dropout rate and family instability. Seven evidence-based programs would strengthen families and cultivate self-sufficiency. Read More
“It’s a normal neighborhood,” says Andrew Rogers, Home Development & Intake Coordinator. “Our families are going about their daily lives, the kids get ready for school in the morning and some parents go to work.” The Foster Care Village is home to six foster families who receive constant support from PCHAS staff on the campus. Read More
With many schools and public libraries closed, access to free books is more important than ever. That's why the Navarro County Early Childhood Coalition is installing 14 book-sharing boxes called Little Free Libraries. Read More
Raising a child on the autism spectrum, like little Theo, can be exhausting. Mason usually dealt with the boy’s behaviors patiently but, after the pandemic began and his babysitters refused to come over, the divorced dad felt more and more overwhelmed. Read More
Emily's mother knew her health was failing. Her decision to entrust the care of her children, Emily, Bill and James, to PCHAS during World War II has had a lasting impact. Read More
