The Children's Aid Society of Franklin County

01/16/2026

📣COME JOIN OUR TEAM!📣

09/24/2025

Good Information to remember!

Pennsylvania’s Occupant Protection Law for Children

🔸 All children from birth to age 4 must be secured in a car seat anywhere in the vehicle. Children younger than age 2 must be secured rear-facing, until they outgrow the maximum weight and height of the car seat.
🔸 All children 4 years of age and older, but less than 8 years, must be secured in a seat belt and an appropriate booster seat anywhere in the vehicle.
🔸 All children 8 years of age and older, but less than 18 years of age, must be secured in a seat belt system anywhere in the vehicle.
🔸 All drivers are responsible for securing children in the appropriate car seat, booster seat, or seat belt.

For more information about the correct selection, installation, and use of a car seat or to request materials, visit www.pakidstravelsafe.org or call 1-800-CAR-BELT.

We want to ensure that everyone knows what the law says about keeping your kids safe... but let's face it, we do it because everyone loves and cares about their children and just wants to keep them as safe as possible! Let us help... make a plan now to attend for our FREE Car Seat Safety Check event this Saturday, September 27 from 9 am to noon at the Franklin County Administration Building, 272 North Second Street, Chambersburg.

06/05/2025

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08/07/2024

What an amazing story!! 💙 It truly only takes one caring adult to change the life of a child.💙

Born in Oklahoma, Kenny was placed in foster care after experiencing abuse and neglect. After months of moving in and out of foster homes, Kenny felt afraid for where he might end up. Thankfully, Mary met Kenny and adopted him at age 4.

Though Kenny had the stability of a permanent, loving family, as a child, he struggled with the impact of being in foster care. He had difficulty processing his emotions and trusting those around him. As a response to the experiences he had been through, he’d sometimes act out in anger or frustration.

“When I was in high school, I loved sports, but I also had a lot of feelings of insecurity and a lack of belonging,” recalled Kenny. “I always said I wanted to be an Olympian, but I think at the time, I wasn’t really thinking about what that required. I was just going through the motions.”

When Kenny discovered track and field, he unlocked a new part of himself. He finally had a way to channel his energy into a positive and productive outlet. He defied the odds and started breaking records while running track there, quickly going pro.

Most recently, he qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay events.

In all of Kenny’s success to date, he credits his past with driving him forward.

“Every single previous version of me is still a part of me, including the trauma from my childhood. I own my past and my present,” said Kenny. “I am who I am, and I’ve achieved what I’ve achieved by buckling down and doing the really tough work — work on myself, working through emotional trauma and setbacks, and tough, hard work on the track.”

His message to those touched by foster care and adoption is one of hope.

“I want to inspire others and those who may have similar experiences and promote safety and stability for all children,” said Kenny.

Shared by Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

05/17/2024

💙May is National Foster Care Month💙

06/24/2022

The Children's Aid Society of Franklin County is seeking applicants for part-time and full-time positions in a Community Based Residential Facility for juveniles placed through the Court system. Individuals should possess a desire to work with youth and be a part of a team working towards making a difference. Looking for individuals capable of working evenings and/or weekends. Potential exists for full-time positions working only 3 or 4 days per week. Concentrated 3 day weekend schedule offers 40 hours of pay for 36 hours worked. You may email your resume or inquiry to [email protected].

06/24/2022

The Children's Aid Society of Franklin County is seeking an individual capable of running a kitchen, tracking inventory, and preparing meals for 25-30 individuals in a community-based school setting. A typical work day would be from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Individuals must be at least 21 years of age for employment. Complete benefits package provided with full-time employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
You may email your resume or inquiry to [email protected].

09/16/2020

Our new children's playground!