Need a hand?
We all do sometimes. PAC strives to provide reliable resources to adoptees struggling with physical and mental health, hunger, housing, and clothing, as well as locating reputable genealogists and reunification experts.
Licensced Professional Counselor
Dr. Angelle E. Richardson, PH.D, LPC
Extended Hearts Family Therapy
(267) 477-7302
To learn more about Dr. Richardson or to schedule an appointment, click here
Dr. Angelle E. Richardson is an experienced family therapist with over 18 years of experience. Serving the Philadelphia area online, she utilizes the practices of Narrative Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Beck Model of Cognitive therapy. An adoptee herself, Dr. Richardson deeply understands the experience and its' many challenges, and seeks to help her clients move toward a brighter future.
Certified Genealogist
Laura Cubbage-Draper
(201) 841-0823
To learn more about Laura, click here
For over 20 years, Laura Cubbage-Draper has explored genealogical research. She obtained a certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University and maintains several affiliations with accredited Genealogical societies. If you're searching for some answers, Laura's determination and expertise can guide you with the right steps toward clarity.
Emergency Food Services
Feast of Justice
(215)-268-3510
Hours can be found online, here
Location 1: 3101 Tyson Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19149 (Entrance on Sackett Street)
Location 2: 6434 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 10149 (Parking in rear)
Since 2007, Feast of Justice has maintained a food bank that seeks to address hunger within the Northeast Philadelphia community and beyond. The organization heavily relies on donations from the public, as they served 35,125 households in the year 2021-- which is equivalent to 1.47 million pounds of food! Appointments may be made online, but certain hours are allotted for "Walk-up" interactions if space allows.
Clothing Crisis
Our Closet In Your Neighborhood by JCFS
1.866.532.7669
To learn more, click here
JCFS graciously offers mobile pop-up clothing shops at various host sites, completely free to Philadelphians in need of clothing, food, and social services. Visitors are permitted to shop for 10 free clothing items per visit and will additionally leave with locally-sourced produce and pantry staples. Locations and hours for these weekly events may be found on their Facebook and Instagram accounts.
Encompass Adoptees Counseling
Heather Gonzales, LPC
(502) 873-6723
heather@encompassadoptees.org
Caitlin Day, MSW, LSW
To learn more, click here
Are you an adoptee struggling with not feeling seen or heard? Encompass Adoptees Counseling can provide comforting support and the therapeutic tools necessary to benefit your healing journey. With a plethora of knowledge and experience between them, these two amazing counselors seek to uplift adoptee voices and hold space for each and every person's unique story.
Professional Genealogist
& Family Historian
Lori Flynn
To contact Lori, click here
With over 15 years of work and experience in the genealogy field, Lori uses genetic genealogy methodologies and DNA testing to help adoptees searching for biological family. She boasts exceptional online sleuthing skills and a warm, inviting approach toward granting answers, closure, and a sense of identity to all adoptees. If you're feeling stuck in your search, contact Lori to get the facts you need.
Small Things Market
(215) 702-0134
3510 A Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Hours can be found online, here
Offering a full-choice "free grocery store," Small Things Market aims to target the growing hunger crisis in our city. With a wide variety of produce and pantry essentials to choose from, this generous organization is bound to have what you need in stock. If you or a loved one is struggling to make ends meet, come on over to Fairhill to utilize these incredible community resources.
Pennsylvania State Government Adoptee Resources
To learn more, click here
Looking to obtain your original birth certificate, information about your birth parents, or familial birth and/or death records? The Pennsylvania state website allows submission requests for non-certified copies of birth certificates, and provides adoptees with a genealogy fact sheet and link to the PA Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network.
Search Angels
Assisting adoptees with locating answers
To visit their website, click here
Are you tired of coming up empty? Searching but not finding? Search Angels is a wonderful organization of dedicated volunteers and researchers who aim to provide answers for all adoptees. There are various search levels available, including a free basic search option, but please note that higher level cases will be prioritized. If you're in need of assistance from a search angel, please submit a search form at the website linked above.
People's Emergency Center
Women's shelter
(267) 777-5868
3902 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
If a hot-cooked meal and a dry, safe place to rest your head is what you need, look no further than People's Emergency Center. Serving the women of West Philadelphia, marvelous volunteers and staff extend their hands (and hearts) to help those facing homelessness. Call to schedule an appointment today.
Behavioral Health Special Initiative
(215) 546-1200
Are you someone who is currently struggling with a form of addiction, but have limited or no insurance? Call the number above to get connected with a wonderful program that provides referrals to addiction treatment services in Philadelphia. The path to recovery begins here.
Adoptees Connect Philadelphia
Lori Ann Reinhardt
(610) 842-1984
adopteesconnectphilly@gmail.com
Join a supportive network of adopted adults with Adoptees Connect! As best stated on their website, "we aren't designed to walk our journeys alone." Have you been seeking an opportunity to further your adoptee community? Reach out to the group contact above to find out more!
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