Photography by Heidi Reuter
Left to right, standing: Calyn Brewer, William Rakow, Dr. Joseph Birli, Matthew Guziak, Dr. Joseph Charette Left to right, seated: Amy Sterner, Crystal Rivera, Rev. Dr. Rose Shepley, Nicholas Hill
The FACE of Healing
Bethany Children’s Home
Celebrating its 160th anniversary in 2023, Bethany Children’s Home was founded in 1863 during the Civil War. Today, its healing mission remains the same: to provide a safe place of nurture, protection and supportive care to aid its residents in their self-understanding, growth and healing toward a brighter, healthier future. Currently, Bethany offers trauma-informed programming specializing in serving trafficked youth. All youth at Bethany have endured some form of trauma, whether it be neglect, abandonment, abuse, poverty and/or homelessness, to name a few. Bethany’s programs include a 30-day emergency shelter for immediate placement needs, short-term stays designed to promote healthy family relationships and reunification, residential treatment for youth, allowing them to move into a more independent setting and supervised independent living and transitional living residences. Youth participate in art, rehealinghealingcreation, music and life skills programming with guidance and support from dedicated team members on a 300-plus acre property.
1863 Bethany Rd., Womelsdorf | 610.589.4501 | bethanyhome.org
