ABOUT US
The Lebanon County Council of Human Service Agencies (LCCHSA) is a professional networking organization that has been in Lebanon County for over 30 years. We consist of a group of professionals who meet monthly to share updates on our programs, events and offer support for the clients we serve. Meaningful work results from these face-to-face monthly meetings where professionals have the opportunity to network and often collaborate on projects that benefit the citizens of Lebanon County. In addition to sharing monthly updates, we host a monthly speaker or training relevant to our community. It is an excellent opportunity to learn what is happening in Lebanon County. Lunch is available for $15 per person. We meet the second Friday of the month at 12:00 p.m. at Heisey’s Diner. RSVP by noon the Wednesday prior to the meeting. Follow us on Facebook
Meeting Agenda
12:00-12:30- Lunch and Networking
12:30-1:00- Agency Updates
1:00-1:30- Guest Speaker
Officers
Leadership Team: Lorita Valente, Maggie Progrin, Krysta Pavasco, Shelby McCloskey
Guest Speaker Schedule
Jan: League of Women Voters
Feb: AARP-SCSEP (Senior Community Service Employment Program) is a program funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and managed by the AARP Foundation. It offers participants over the age of 55 paid job training while they contribute to their community. This program places eligible job seekers in part-time positions at local non-profits and public agencies, allowing them to gain valuable work experience and on-the-job training. The SCSEP serves as a bridge to find full-time or part-time employment opportunities while supporting the community through various service roles.”
Mar: IU 13 Head Start is a federally funded program that supports children’s growth from birth to age 5 through services that support early learning and development, health, and family well-being. Head Start staff actively engage parents, recognizing family participation throughout the program as key to strong child outcomes. Head Start services are available at no cost to children ages birth to 5 in eligible families. Head Start Preschool services work with families with children ages 3 to 5. Early Head Start services work with families with children ages birth to 3, and expectant families. Head Start serves 378 children birth to 5 and pregnant women in Lebanon County.
April: SARCC – SARCC works with our local Lebanon, PA community to prevent sexual violence and promote healing for those who experience it. We will work with survivors whether their trauma occurred recently or years prior. No matter where they are in their healing journey, survivors are always in a safe space with us. Established in 1983, SARCC provides counseling, advocacy, and therapy services at no cost to survivors, as well as community action that will prevent the perpetration of sexual violence. Specifically, our free community programs educate on how to prevent child sexual abuse, human trafficking, sexual harassment, sexual assault, and promote healthy relationships.
May: Connected Together Community Board and their work is part of the SARCC prevention umbrella – we work to reduce community risk factors long term and to increase community bonding, collaboration and protective factors. This work is important for all of us so that we can understand what is going well across Lebanon County and where we need some more supports. Come hear about our Community Action Plan, our Mind Matters Strategic Planning Meetings, and the ways that your organization can benefit from the work that we are doing!
June:
July: No Meeting
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Awards
Each year, the LCCHSA offers 3 awards to recognize outstanding individuals in the human service community: Volunteer of the Year Award, Student Scholarship & The Tammi Cassel-Carni Memorial Community Excellence Award.
