• I n 2006 , more than 110 children and youth were served , 100% of whom were from Allegheny County.
• About 60% of Circle C kids are discharged to home, adoption, independence or some other less restrictive setting.
• Group home placements last about 5-6 months, and 16-20 months in foster care.
• Circle C foster families have adopted 68 special needs children over the last 13 years.
• Family therapists are available to provide individual and family counseling to group home residents.
• Dedicated support staff coordinate medical/dental, mental health, and educational/vocational needs.
• The summer school program has helped improve reading and math skills for over 25 years.
• Certified teachers tutor at each of the group home programs throughout the school year.
• Residents participate in a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including athletic events, theater, movies, and summer vacations.
• Special funds are available to provide extras like prom attire, senior pictures, athletic equipment, visits with distant family members, college application fees, furnishings for first apartments, etc.

 For more information
Contact Scott Jones at (412) 937-1605 x224 or sjones@circlec.net