SafeBerks

SafeBerks 24 hour hotline/ Línea directa: 844-789-7233 (English)(Español)
24 hour text line SAFE BERKS to 20121 They did not give up and the community responded.

In 1976, twelve dedicated women met at the YWCA in Reading to begin the monumental task of providing services to women victims of domestic violence. They met to discuss the details of providing hotline, counseling and temporary housing services to victims. They were pioneers locally and statewide, as they sought to find solutions to end family violence and to help all victims. They attended the fi

rst meeting of the Pennsylvania Coalition against Domestic Violence held on November 12, 1976 in Lancaster and became one of the Coalition’s first members. They worked tirelessly, putting together the framework to make families safe, piece by piece. They pooled their resources and doggedly pursued the support of the greater Reading Community. Safe Berks is the product of the inspirational leadership, determination and insight of our “Founding Mothers.” We owe them much more than a “thank you” or an award. We owe them respect, honor and praises. Our Founding Mothers included:

Louise Grim
Judy Henry
Lorraine Condeelis
Linda Ludgate
Marge Swanson
Nancy Eldon
Paula Herman
Barbara Hart
Cathy Saunders
Genny Esterling
Donna Heckman

06/05/2026

Ink & Impact!!

Tonight is all about making an impact!Join us for Ink & Impact and enjoy:🌷 Flower bouquet making Rose Room🧋 Energy teas...
06/05/2026

Tonight is all about making an impact!

Join us for Ink & Impact and enjoy:
🌷 Flower bouquet making Rose Room
🧋 Energy teas Divine Nutrition
💆 Chair massages Queendom Nail & Spa Palace
🖋️ Tattoos HighBrow Beauty Bar

A portion of proceeds will benefit Safe Berks and help support survivors in our community.

Registered for Walk for NO More? Stop by to pick up your event t shirt, create a sign for the walk, and get inspired before we come together to walk for change on June 20th.

Bring a friend, treat yourself, and support a great cause all in one evening. We can't wait to see you there!

Here is your reminder to register for Walk for NO MORE!We walk for change. We walk for the friend, family member, cowork...
06/04/2026

Here is your reminder to register for Walk for NO MORE!

We walk for change. We walk for the friend, family member, coworker, neighbor, or loved one whose journey has touched our lives.

The truth is, we all know someone. Domestic violence and sexual assault impact every community, every background, and every generation.

Join us on June 20 as we come together to raise awareness, honor resilience, and create a future where everyone can live free from violence.

We'll also recognize our Voices for Change honorees, Helping Harvest and Berks Coalition to End Homelessness, whose work strengthens our community every day.

Click the link to register today and share this! https://safeberks.org/wfnm2026/

Join us this Friday Beauty Bar alongside Divine Nutrition Friday, June 5 from 3 PM - 7 PM for a day to support Safe B...
06/01/2026

Join us this Friday Beauty Bar alongside Divine Nutrition Friday, June 5 from 3 PM - 7 PM for a day to support Safe Berks! Create your own event sign, pick up your Walk for NO MORE t shirt, enjoy an energy tea, and even get a tattoo while supporting survivors right here in our community.

A portion of proceeds will benefit Safe Berks and help provide critical services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

We can't wait to see you Friday! It's FREE to attend and just show up - no registration needed.

Flash sheets of tattoos that are in the comments!

Time is Running Out! Today and tomorrow are the final days to shop at Boscov's Outlet Center and support Safe Berks whil...
05/30/2026

Time is Running Out! Today and tomorrow are the final days to shop at Boscov's Outlet Center and support Safe Berks while checking items off your shopping list.

Every purchase helps make a difference for survivors in our community while you enjoy great savings.

If you're heading out to shop, be sure to tag Safe Berks in your photos. We'd love to see your finds and celebrate your support!

⏰ Final day is tomorrow.
❤️ Shop with purpose. Support survivors and make an impact.

Survivors deserve services they can count on, and those services need funding to survive.There are two opportunities for...
05/29/2026

Survivors deserve services they can count on, and those services need funding to survive.

There are two opportunities for you to join advocates from across Pennsylvania at the State Capitol Rotunda in Harrisburg to support funding for domestic violence and sexual assault programs.

June 8 at 2 PM hosted by PCAR
June 16 at 2 PM hosted by Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Safe Berks stands with survivors and calls on our community to help make sure life saving services remain available for everyone who needs them.

Your voice can make a difference. Comment below if you'd like to join or even carpool with staff members!

Safe Berks is currently in need of dinner donations for our Safe House residents, and there are two ways you can help ma...
05/26/2026

Safe Berks is currently in need of dinner donations for our Safe House residents, and there are two ways you can help make an impact. 1. You can volunteer to prepare a meal and drop it off/serve or 2. make a monetary donation to help us purchase meals through Helping Harvest Community Kitchen or Hack Away Hunger program.

Dates we need a volunteer to cook and drop off/serve food:
June 1, June 2, June 4, June 5
June 8, June 12
June 15, June 18
June 22, June 23, June 25
June 29, June 30

If you're interested in volunteering, please email Eniyah Cooper [email protected] and if you're interested in making a donation, click the link below!

https://forms.donorsnap.com/Form/Index/30df5598-dd70-4978-9049-67acddbbb2af

Safe Berks offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Our 24/7 hotline and text line remain op...
05/25/2026

Safe Berks offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Our 24/7 hotline and text line remain open for support. Offices will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday May 27.

If you or someone you know needs support, please call 844-789-SAFE or text SAFE BERKS to 20121. We are always here to help.

05/24/2026

Don’t forget! There’s 7 more days in the month of a May to shop and support Safe Berks.

Did you know we offer free support groups for survivors, children, and caregivers in our community? Whether you are rebu...
05/22/2026

Did you know we offer free support groups for survivors, children, and caregivers in our community? Whether you are rebuilding after domestic violence, supporting a child survivor, processing trauma, or simply searching for a safe space where people truly understand, support is here.

Safe Berks currently offers:
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group (18+)
Grupo de Apoyo para Mujeres Sobrevivientes de Violencia Doméstica (18+)
Children’s Sexual Abuse/Assault Support Group (ages 6 to 12)
Parent/Caregiver/Legal Guardian Support Group for families of child survivors

These groups are designed to provide connection, emotional support, coping tools, healing, and community in a safe and confidential environment.

Please note: intake paperwork with a Safe Berks counselor is required before joining any support group. Some groups are closed groups with limited registration to help create a supportive healing environment.

To learn more or begin the intake process, contact our Counseling Department at 610-373-1206 ext. 606 or email [email protected].

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255 Chestnut Street
Reading, PA
19602

Telephone

+16103731206

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