Jewish Family Service of Greater Harrisburg - Adoption and Foster Care

08/27/2026

Families still ask us on a regular basis how to choose the right agency. We're confident in the answer below!

08/18/2026

Congrats to the Haskell family, who adopted through JFS in York County in July! This amazing family has been a perfect match for the special siblings placed in their care; our whole team feels privileged to have worked with them. Pictured here with their JFS finalization worker, Brandi Waesche.

08/05/2026

We had a blast connecting with the community throughout Central PA yesterday for National Night Out!

05/02/2026

Come stop by our table today at the disability fair at Mechanicsburg middle school! We’d love to talk with you about foster care and adoption and all that JFS offers😊

04/21/2026

Stop by and see JFS in Mechanicsburg at the Disability Community Resource Fair on May 2, 2026!

“The annual Disability Community Resource Fair is an event designed to help families discover and connect to local services in the area. The event will include family-friendly activities and a community resource fair featuring local service providers.”

We would love to connect with you about foster care and adoption and all the supports and services we offer at JFS.

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01/22/2026

Have you worked with someone who has gone above and beyond for children in the child welfare system? Recommend anyone who deserves recognition!

Use the link below to see the categories and make a nomination!

https://web.cvent.com/survey/d46b3b29-4962-4717-b8a7-e8557ac16c69/welcomeheone