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Chester Community Coalition

We provide trauma-based support services for families grieving due to, or injured by, violence.

10/14/2025

We had the pleasure of presenting at the HAVI Conference in Kansas City earlier this month — a national convening of stakeholders from government, healthcare, philanthropy, and frontline violence prevention.⁣
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“Each year, the HAVI National Conference convenes a national group of stakeholders from government, healthcare, philanthropy, and frontline violence prevention to share innovative and best practices, lessons from the field, and research on violence intervention, healing equity, and community partnerships to bring this powerful work to scale.”⁣
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Source: www.haviconference.org⁣
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We joined other organizations that facilitate HVIPs and CVI programs in addition to community leaders, public officials, frontline workers, healthcare providers, administrators, researchers, and philanthropists — It solidifies our purpose sharing a room with individuals who are all committed to interrupting cycles of violence, supporting survivors, healing the roots of trauma, and advancing racial equity. ⁣
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10/12/2025

Knowledge is WEALTH! Let’s share some ways we decompress so others can learn new techniques

10/06/2025

READ ALL ABOUT IT: Check out this awesome write up from CBS last month - GOOD THINGS are happening in Chester ⤵️⁣
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“Chester had one of the highest per capita murder rates, not in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, but in the entire country,” Gov. Josh Shapiro said Wednesday.⁣
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But over the last few years, state, county and city leaders say they’ve made a concerted effort to crack down on the violence plaguing Chester streets. It was in 2020 that they launched the Chester Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods.⁣
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Five years later, officials say they’ve made significant progress.⁣
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“That five-year run, and especially the success we’ve had this year, has made this the most-safe stretch we’ve had in the city of Chester literally in decades,” Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said.⁣
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It’s a community that has long been no stranger to violence. In fact, officials say, Chester, Pennsylvania, was once one of the most violent places in the country.⁣
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But over the last few years, state, county and city leaders say they’ve made a concerted effort to crack down on the violence plaguing Chester streets. It was in 2020 that they launched the Chester Partnership for Safe Neighborhoods.⁣
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Five years later, officials say they’ve made significant progress.⁣
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“That five-year run, and especially the success we’ve had this year, has made this the most-safe stretch we’ve had in the city of Chester literally in decades,” Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer said.⁣
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“Now hope is here in Chester,” Mayor Stefan Roots said.⁣
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Officials provided new data on violent crime in Chester, specifically on gun-related incidents. Their numbers show that since 2020, gun homicides have fallen 74% in the city. Gun incidents, or shootings as Stollsteimer put it, were down 65% in that same span.⁣
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09/26/2025

A message from our Executive Director:⁣
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“I would like to extend my gratitude to Coach Skip and the Upland Hurricanes Youth Football Team for welcoming Chester Community Coalition into your space. ⁣
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It means so much that you trusted us to spend time with your kids and walk alongside them during such a difficult moment. We are grateful to be part of your extended family and will continue to stand with you in ensuring our young people feel supported, cared for, and uplifted.” -Lashira Council ⁣
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09/23/2025

We are thrilled to congratulate our amazing community partner Making A Change Group on the grand opening of their new location! 🏢 Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and we couldn't be prouder to support you on this incredible journey.

Join us in celebrating this significant milestone and be sure to visit their new space to see all the fantastic things they have in store for our community. Here's to new beginnings and continued success! 🎈👏

09/19/2025

REGISTER TODAY ⤵️⁣
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Our Trauma Informed Basketball Camp will be here before you know it — sign up today with the link in our bio to save your spot!⁣
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A physical outlet is KEY in maintaining a healthy mindset. Learn basketball skills AND therapeutic techniques with the CCC fam this Fall 🏀✅⁣
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09/16/2025

Feedback matters! After all CCC programs we make sure to open our ears to what is truly needed from the community we serve. Slide right to check out data from our recent boxing program

09/08/2025

As summer comes to a close we want to take time to say how grateful we are to our partners and community members that made the past few months so memorable. ⁣
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While we gear up for fall-programming and events we encourage you to follow this account and join our email newsletter to stay up to date with everything CCC⁣
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08/21/2025

In case you didn’t know what we do ‼️⤵️⁣
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Our work seeks to interrupt the cycle of violence by treating the trauma at its root, with group and individual psychotherapy, art therapy for the youngest children, case management, and safety planning. ⁣
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Collaborating with trauma centers in Philadelphia and Newark, we connect with gun-shot and stabbing patients entering the emergency departments, offering services to treat their psychological as well as their physical wounds.⁣
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The Chester murder rate for young men 15-34 has trended down 2016-2024 – it averaged 267/100,000; compared to the average hostile death rate for combat troops in Iraq and Afghanistan (315/100,000). If these homicide rates continue, 5.2% (roughly one in 19) of 15-year-old boys would be murdered before reaching age 35. ⁣
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08/14/2025

We take pride in taking care of OURSELVES mentally to better support our community members and program participants. Once a month the CCC team gets together to practice yoga and meditation. ⁣
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Our coach Dr. Matthew A. Myrick states “ Never forget that when you take time to take care of yourself you are able to show up for others in a richer way.”⁣
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How do you take care of yourself? Let’s share some tips with each other! Comment below ⬇️

08/07/2025

Save the date: 8/17/25 (3PM-7PM)⁣
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Join CCC as we show support for our friends at Making A Change Group (fellow 3SN member) — Their annual Family Festival will have entertainment, music, food and so much more! Please share.⁣
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08/04/2025

DM your email address TODAY and we will get you added to our email newsletter list⁣
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You can get CCC Program updates, upcoming event reminders, and shared resources sent right to your inbox 📥✅⁣
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Address

703 Central Avenue
Chester, PA
19013

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	12pm - 8pm
Friday	10am - 6pm

Telephone

610-368-0714

Website

http://www.chestercommunitycoalition.org/

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