Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth and Family Services (PCCYFS)

05/06/2026

Join COBYS Family Services this Saturday in Lancaster at the open streets festival and show support to our foster care families and children. Together we make the difference.

May is National Foster Care month, and all month long we’re going to celebrate the amazing kids and families we serve, while highlighting the need for more families to consider being a foster family. Check out our coffee cup stickers at locations and join us at the Open Streets festival in Lancaster City on May 9th as we celebrate the importance of safe and loving homes.
If you or a family you know are interested in joining our 61 licensed foster families, complete the inquiry form, https://cobys.org/foster-care/request-information/ or contact careforkids@cobys.org.

05/05/2026

Training is still available on 5/27/26 from 1pm-4pm. Mark your calendars.

We are pleased to announce upcoming Mandated Reporter Training sessions on Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse, which will feature both American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters and Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDI)!

April 28 | 9am-12pm

May 27 | 1pm-4pm

Click on the links in the comments below to register for one of the upcoming virtual sessions.

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These three-hour live, virtual trainings are approved by the Department of Human Services, Education, and State and meet all requirements for training on recognizing and reporting child abuse (to include Act 126 for school employees).

These trainings are also approved for continuing education credits under Act 31 (Department of State for health-related licenses) and Act 48 (Department of Education for teachers) at no cost.

05/05/2026

04/29/2026

PCCYFS is asking for your help!

A new bill led by Representative Abney aims to address ongoing insurance challenges impacting child welfare providers. This legislation would limit unfair contract language that prevents providers from recovering costs when counties share responsibility.

We believe accountability should be shared—and providers shouldn’t carry the burden alone. Consider reaching out to your local legislator and ask them to support this bill as a co-sponsor. https://bit.ly/3OWpZuC

04/15/2026

ACF Invites PCCYFS to Speak on Providers’ Liability Insurance Crisis

PCCYFS has been sounding the alarm on the limited availability and affordability of liability insurance for children’s services providers, and the federal Administration for Children & Families (ACF) invited Terry Clark to share about what we’ve learned and how the federal government can support the safety net of service providers. Terry was joined by other national leaders as well as PA State Rep. Kate Klunk,
(R-Hanover) to talk about our findings, research, and propose solutions that would alleviate this crisis for so many children’s service providers.

Be a part of PCCYFS’ ongoing efforts by reaching out to your legislator here: https://bit.ly/4csRvb4
Read more about the work that PCCYFS has been doing and how you can support here: https://bit.ly/4mvaje8 and sign up for our newsletter at https://pccyfs.org/pccyfs-newsletter-signup/

04/15/2026

PCCYFS President & CEO Terry Clark joined the Administration for Children and Families - ACF to address the critical, rising costs of liability insurance impacting child welfare services. Learn more about the discussion below.

04/13/2026

What an incredible time at the 2026 PCCYFS Annual Conference!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us—we loved seeing so many passionate people come together to support children, youth, and families.

From powerful keynote speakers to great conversations and connections, this year was one to remember.

We can’t wait to do it all again next year!

04/09/2026

Congratulations to Pinebrook Family Answers appointing their new CEO Katherine Trimble. 🎉🎉🎉

We are proud to share that Kathleen Trimble has been named the new Chief Executive Officer of Pinebrook Family Answers. Trimble has been a key member of Pinebrook’s leadership team for more than 13 years, beginning her tenure as Director of Development and taking on increasing responsibility over time, ultimately serving as Chief Operating Officer. Her steady leadership, deep understanding of our programs, and commitment to trauma‑informed, community‑centered care have prepared her well for this role.

Please join us in welcoming Kathy as she leads Pinebrook forward in our mission to support children, adults, and families with hope, healing, and connection.

04/09/2026

It was an absolute honor to welcome Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Valerie A. Arkoosh as the keynote speaker for our 2026 PCCYFS Annual Conference. Secretary Arkoosh provided invaluable insights into the future of public health and its intersection with child and family services across the Commonwealth. We are deeply grateful for her leadership, her commitment to Pennsylvania’s families, and her time spent inspiring our members as we work together toward a healthier, safer future for all.

04/09/2026

Thank you for a night of laughs at the 2026 PCCYFS Annual Conference!

04/08/2026

A huge thank you to MHY Family Services and New Life Adolescents, LLC for sponsoring the 2026 PCCYFS Annual Conference Ice cream social. It was the sweetest afternoon treat.

04/08/2026

Shout out to The Academy Schools for their sponsorship and great table setup.

Excited to be celebrating so many of the amazing Providers who serve Pennsylvania's exceptional child welfare and juvenile justice systems at the 2026 Pennsylvania Council of Children, Youth and Family Services (PCCYFS) Conference.