Our Mission
Using Sanctuary practices and principles, we help youth and families overcome adversity and build positive futures within a safe, Christian environment that respects and promotes individuality and strengthens community.
Catholic Charities
Harborcreek Youth Services is affiliated with Catholic Charities, Diocese of Erie. Admissions, provision of services, and client referrals are made without regard to race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency), age, or sex.
Our Program
Harborcreek Youth Services is a fully accredited child and family social service agency recognized for achieving the highest standards of professional practice in child residential treatment services and family preservation and treatment services.
Spirituality
As an affiliate of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Erie, Harborcreek Youth Services provides all services within a Christian environment. The agency's policy is to promote our clients' participation in spiritual development, should they so desire. All religious beliefs are afforded equal status. Our Campus Ministry offers voluntary access to religious services, publications, clergy and spiritual advisors for counseling and spiritual development.
We provide a weekly Catholic Mass and a non-denominational Protestant service for clients who choose to attend and make every effort to accommodate the spiritual needs of clients of other faiths.
To contact our Campus Minister, Barbara Lindstrom, call (814) 899-7664, Extension 319.
