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In Pennsylvania, youth can remain in foster care until the age of 21. Many of the matching events listed on this page provide families with opportunities to meet older youth in care who are in need of permanency. Even though many of these youth are on their way to young adulthood, they continue to need permanent connections and a family to support, love and care for them. To learn more about this group of older youth please visit the Waiting Children section and use the Search Kids tool and search by age range 17 to 20.
Wednesday, July 31
'Christmas in July' Matching Event
This matching event is for youth ages 10 and older and Matching Family Workers.
- When: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
- Time: 11:30 a.m-2:30 p.m.
- Where: HHCC Chapel/Auditorium on Diakon's Lutheran Home at Topton Campus; 1 South Home Ave., Topton, PA 19562
- Registration: Please contact Karen Knodel at knodelk@diakon.org
Thursday, August 15
Older Child Matching Initiative (OCMI) Reverse Matching Event
What is a Reverse Matching Event? It’s a matching event which gives waiting youth the opportunity to meet with family caseworkers and learn more about the families interested in adopting older youth. Waiting families are not present at these events, as these events are designed to empower youth in their permanency journey. This is a reverse event for Pennsylvania’s older youth. Youth ages ten and up are welcome, but spots are limited. Families interest in being represented should contact their worker. Family agencies representing their families interested in older youth are NEEDED to make this event successful!
- When: Thursday, August 15, 2024
- Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Where: Discovery Christian Church 170 Scharberry Lane Mars, PA 16046
- Registration: Information will be forthcoming
- Contact: Mandy Somerville (mandy.somerville@amazingkids.org)
Monday, August 26
More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi
Recruitment Workers and Family Matching Workers are invited to join Mazi for an open house style "Inquiry Hour”, where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by our agency! Families, please note that this event is professionals only, but feel free to share with your workers the information about this event and request that they join to represent your family!
- When: Monday, August 26, 2024
- Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Where: Online platform via Teams Workers can email Connie Orkin at connie@maziadoption.org to gain meeting information
Monday, August 26
Philadelphia DHS Virtual Family Matching Event
This virtual event will allow prospective families to learn more about youth in Philadelphia County who are seeking their forever families. These youth will range from ages 9-20.
- When: Monday, August 26, 2024
- Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
- Where: Virtual-Zoom
- Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucOGpqT0sHNBrVwZHoQbieeGwqV63nfX5
- More information: Contact Lauren Flint at lauren.flint@phila.gov
Tuesday, September 24
Annual DVAC Matching Event
This is a workers-only matching event; however, families are encouraged to have their workers attend on their behalf.
- When: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
- Time: 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
- Where: Davisville Church—Southampton, PA
Saturday, October 19
Children's Aid Home Programs of Somerset County, Inc.'s Trunk-or-Treat Matching Event
Carve out some time for the Children’s Aid Home Programs of Somerset County, Inc.’s trunk-or-treat matching event. It’s sure to be a howlin’ good time for youth, workers and families.
- When: Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Time: 1 p.m.–3 p.m.
- Where: Children’s Aid Home Programs of Somerset County, Inc., 1476 N Center Avenue, Somerset, PA 15501
- Registration: More information and registration will be sent closer to the date. We hope to see you there!
- For more information: Please email Amanda (aheidorn@cahprogram.org) if you have any questions
Monday, October 28
More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi
Recruitment Workers and Family Matching Workers are invited to join Mazi for an open house style "Inquiry Hour”, where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by our agency! Families, please note that this event is professionals only, but feel free to share with your workers the information about this event and request that they join to represent your family!
- When: Monday, October 28, 2024
- Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Where: Online platform via Teams Workers can email Connie Orkin at connie@maziadoption.org to gain meeting information
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Children's Service Center of Wyoming Valley Annual Matching Event
Save the Date! Children’s Service Center of Wyoming Valley, Inc.is hosting their Annual Match Event – FALL 2024. More registration information will become available in September.
- When: Saturday, November 9, 2024
- Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Where: 335 South Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
- Contact: Shari Menichello (smenichello@e-csc.org) with questions.
Monday, December 23
More Than a Glance: An Inquiry Hour with Mazi
Recruitment Workers and Family Matching Workers are invited to join Mazi for an open house style "Inquiry Hour”, where we will showcase and share "More Than a Glance" about the families and children recruited for by our agency! Families, please note that this event is professionals only, but feel free to share with your workers the information about this event and request that they join to represent your family!
- When: Monday, December 23, 2024
- Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Where: Online platform via Teams Workers can email Connie Orkin at connie@maziadoption.org to gain meeting information