Opportunity House is a multi-service organization improving the quality of life for children, families and adults who face various obstacles to independent living. With a primary goal to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency, our services include the Second Street Learning Center (with state-of-the-art technology and curriculum for children age six weeks through school-age); emergency, transitional and permanent housing for individuals and families who are homeless, and our SSVF program (shelter services for veterans and their families who are or at risk of becoming homeless). The Children’s Alliance Center (CAC) provides services to children who have been sexually abused.
The newest program is the Resale & Reuse Services program, which is a ‘waste-based’ business to provide jobs in Berks County and sustainability to the organization now and in the future. Through this program we have opened a new retail thrift store called OppShop, are conducting monthly rummage sales at our technology center and online sales through Amazon, Half.com and EBay.
Classroom Lessons Come To Life At Opportunity House Kate Alley, VP of Development at Opportunity House, talks with interns Erin Maguire and Elaine Atherholt . These girls worked both ends of the spectrum marketing the Opp Shop to seniors and students. Erin and Elaine share the benefits and lessons learned during their internship at Opportunity House. Learn more about Opportunity
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Super Chef Tim Twiford talks to Kate Alley about the 14th Annual Souper Bowl! Kate Alley interviews Chef Tim about his participation in the 14th Annual Souper Bowl benefiting Opportunity House. This event takes place at the Crowne Plaza in Reading PA on 4/18 at 5:30. Learn more about Opportunity House Video Series Share with others!
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A Community works together of keep the doors open for those in need. Carol Miller just can’t stop talking about Opportunity House. She is a board Member at Opportunity House but her service to this organization started back in the days when it was still the Reading Emergency Shelter. She recalls the days when the shelter only housed homeless men and takes us through the journey from inception
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The Rewards of Volunteering at Opportunity House The staff calls her a superstar and the kids call her Miss Bev. Kate Alley VP Development at Opportunity House and Robert Waters, the Daycare Manager talk with Bev Sanders, a superstar volunteer at Opportunity House since 2012. Robert says when Bev walked in to volunteer with the kids one day and quickly became family. Today she is in charge of
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It’s Called Opportunity House Because It Is Full Of Opportunity Kate Alley introduces you to Marine Veteran Sid Samson. It was in the 1990’s when Sid first found himself homeless. He got assistance at the Reading Emergency Shelter, went to school and became a Certified Nursing Assistant. Sid went back to his hometown of Philadelphia and fell on hard times again. He recalled the love and
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Homeless to self-sufficiency, Tracy Boggs is paying it forward... Kate Alley and Delia McLendon talk with Tracy Boggs about her experience at Opportunity House. Tracy and her daughter found themselves homeless and went to Opportunity House for shelter. She left and came back again when she realized she needed support services. Tracy shares her success story. Through the
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Why pick Opportunity House to serve your internship? Meet two interns from Kutztown University who chose to fulfill their internships at Opportunity House. Erin Maguire & Elaine Atherholt talk about what they are studying and the reasons they selected Opportunity House to complete their internship. Both have a public relations minor and they will be helping tell the story of all the
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There is a whole team of people at Opportunity House who look out for sexually abused children Delia McLendon started as a case manager at Opportunity House before moving into her current position as VP Shelter Services and Supportive Housing. Delia says, “Working here has made me more grateful for my blessings. Every night I go home I am just glad I have a key to open the door to the house
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He studied to be an Architect but his calling is to take care of kids… Meet Rob Waters Rob Waters are in charge of scores of children at the Daycare Center at Opportunity House. There are between 175 and 200 kids who attend the Second Street Learning Center. Rob started as an intern in school not realizing it would be his career. He attended school to be an architect and joined an
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Delia McLendon talks about being homeless and getting back into the community. Delia McLendon started as a case manager at Opportunity House before moving into her current position as VP Shelter Services and Supportive Housing. Delia says, “Working here has made me more grateful for my blessings. Every night I go home I am just glad I have a key to open the door to the house where I
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Error: Invalid URL!Opportunity House helping to protect children who have been sexually abused Melissa Haydt, VP Children’s Alliance Center, discusses the services provided for sexually abused children. It has been 11 years since the center has operated under the umbrella of Opportunity House. Melissa says, “Each year the numbers of cases seem to go up. Since the Sandusky case more abuse
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The Second Street Learning Center at Opportunity House is a Keystone Stars Site Robert Waters, the Daycare Manager, says “the Second Street Learning Center is a Keystone Stars Site … just like a hotel you can have up to 4 stars” The current rating is 3 stars. Getting the fourth star is all about staff education. Bachelor and Post Grad Degrees are necessary. Education of staff will add
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Error: Invalid URL!Marine Corps Veteran Orlando Harris has a much brighter future because of Opportunity House. Klover Custis, Dir of Supportive Services for Veteran Families at Opportunity House shares her passion for helping veterans and Marine Corps Veteran Orlando Harris is grateful for the assistance he received from Opportunity House. Klover and her team of case managers in Case
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Visit the Brinton Lodge for the Historic Saints or Sinners Valentines
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5th annual Fire and Ice Festival this weekend in downtown Reading, Animal House interactive movie experience at the Strand Theatre in Hamburg, Saturday the RC Reading
Read more ...Annarose Ingarra-Milch and Natan Pu Pe join us as Guest P.J.'s! We talk about the ROSE Fashion Show and pop up shop fundraiser at The WCR Center for Arts, Annie at the
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Taking Joy in the Progress - Meet Isaiah Gomez Isaiah Gomez uses words like pride, joy, community when it comes to fulfilling his role inShuman Development Grou. "I take joy in the progress!" -
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‘Ghost Train’ Bringing The Past To The Present As We Look Toward The Future A walk on the Highline in Chelsea District of New York prompted a discussion of its history and how the convergence
Read more ...Chef Tim's Take the Chill Off Weekend benefiting Blankets of Hope, live music at Brickstones, a special event at Mi Casa Su Casa - Scared of a Day Job Brunch with David
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Passion for the Mission Steve Ohnsman, a member of the Safe Berks Board of Directors and a volunteer for many years, shares his passion for the Safe Berks mission of serving survivors of domestic
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Building a Bridge of School and Community How does the mission of a school help its students connect with their community? Often it is through business partnerships like the DoubleTree By Hilton
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Oh, the places you will go… when you let the music take you there! For many young musicians, the musical dream is big. It was no different for Cara Wojciechowski. Cara started playing and singing
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Dr. Tamara Smith, Anissa Hammond, Julie Mostellar, Diana Wilde Fighting the fight to get the education they need to improve their lives and those of their children. These three Berks Technical
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Building a Bridge of Dreams and Reality Navigating the Admissions process is made simple when a student’s dream is understood and connected with the proper career choice. Listen to Isabel
Read more ...Oh, the places you will go… when you let the music take you there! For many young musicians, the musical dream is big. It was no different for Cara Wojciechowski. Cara started playing and singing
Read more ...Dr. Tamara Smith, Anissa Hammond, Julie Mostellar, Diana Wilde Fighting the fight to get the education they need to improve their lives and those of their children. These three Berks Technical
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The Safe Berks Safe House Rhonda Bates, Case Manager in the Safe Berks Safe House, describes the free services and support offered to residents. The Safe House provides shelter for up to 50 adults
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Koinos Community Church Helps Safe Berks Tim Diehl, Pastor of Community Life at Koinos Community Church, Sinking Spring, shares the story of how the Koinos congregation began helping Safe Berks ten
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Lies, Assault, Addiction - Her path to owning her truth and helping others. - Meet Mary McHale In this powerful episode of It's Personal - Toni Reece speaks to Mary McHale about her very difficult
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The Power of the Purse of Berks County Chiara Sockel Renninger shares the story of how she founded The Power of the Purse of Berks County. This fund, managed by the Berks County Community
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Sue Lange’s ’The Traffic Opera’ is just a part of her story. It’s one of many successes in her journey. Have you ever been stuck in a traffic jam? Sue Lange was stuck in one on her way
Read more ...‘Ghost Train’ Bringing The Past To The Present As We Look Toward The Future A walk on the Highline in Chelsea District of New York prompted a discussion of its history and how the convergence
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Help Your Kids Fall In Love With Learning! Education isn’t just about a body of knowledge, its helping kids learn how to be kind, caring and good citizens. A tall order that can be accomplished
Read more ...The 55th Annual King Frost Parade (pay attention to rain date :(), a shout out to Schaylor Brewing Company, a heads up for Adelphia Seafoods' Free Meals for Veterans on November 11,
Read more ...Visit the Brinton Lodge for the Historic Saints or Sinners Valentines Ghost Tours, Lititz Fire and Ice Festival, Michael Carbonaro Live, make a beautiful owl gourd
Read more ...A Magical Grassical Christmas, The DePue Brothers Band at the Miller Center for the Arts, The Last Big Band Holiday Show at the Crowne Plaza, celebrate all things Christmas
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Safe Berks Celebration of Peace The Safe Berks Celebration of Peace, which took place Dec. 10, 2018, attracted more than 400 people and many generous sponsors. Koinos Community Church, Sinking
Read more ...Berks Ballet Theatre presents the Nutcracker at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, Reading Civic Theater presents Annie at the Miller Center, A Red Stripe Holiday Buffet is
Read more ...Building a Bridge of Dreams and Reality Navigating the Admissions process is made simple when a student’s dream is understood and connected with the proper career choice. Listen to Isabel
Read more ...Sue Lange’s ’The Traffic Opera’ is just a part of her story. It’s one of many successes in her journey. Have you ever been stuck in a traffic jam? Sue Lange was stuck in one on her way
Read more ...The Safe Berks Safe House Rhonda Bates, Case Manager in the Safe Berks Safe House, describes the free services and support offered to residents. The Safe House provides shelter for up to 50 adults
Read more ...Annarose Ingarra-Milch and Natan Pu Pe join us as Guest P.J.'s! We talk about the ROSE Fashion Show and pop up shop fundraiser at The WCR Center for Arts, Annie at the
Read more ...Building a Bridge of School and Community How does the mission of a school help its students connect with their community? Often it is through business partnerships like the DoubleTree By Hilton
Read more ...Reading Police Officer Gonzalez helps us kick off the show with a special message for people who want to come downtown! We also talk about the Holiday Lights at Gring's Mill,
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