Connecting Luzerne County to the Help It Needs

REACH — Real Educational Answers for Community Hope operates through The REACH Resource Center in Kingston, Pennsylvania. Our focus is simple: make it easier for Luzerne County residents to find trustworthy local help through a clear, coordinated referral network.

REACH aligns community partners across recovery, housing, education, employment, and family support so residents can identify the right next step without navigating a maze of agencies.

REACH is a navigator, not a service provider. We do intake, alignment, and warm handoffs to partner agencies; we do not provide treatment, housing units, direct case management, or emergency services.

Addiction & Recovery Housing & Stability Education & Youth Employment & Reentry Mental Health & Wellness Family & Community Support

How the REACH Referral Workflow Works

1) Request
You, or someone on your behalf, tells us what you need and how to contact you.

2) Alignment
REACH reviews your situation and assigns a primary pathway: recovery, housing, employment, education, or family support.

3) Handoff
We complete a warm handoff to a trusted partner agency using their preferred referral method.

4) Follow-Up
REACH checks back within 24–72 hours, depending on urgency, to confirm connection and next steps.

5) Feedback
Simple outcomes (connected, no-show, needs documents, reschedule) help improve future referrals.

See the Full Referral Pathway

Why This Matters

Strong programs already exist in Luzerne County. Finding the right door is the challenge. Coordination reduces confusion, shortens time to help, and strengthens collaboration among providers.

By staying strictly in a navigation role, REACH supports agencies instead of duplicating their services.

Learn About Our Model

Support Our Launch

Help build the front door to local help. Your support funds referral tools, simple intake materials, and coordination at The REACH Resource Center serving Luzerne County.

$5 $10 $20 Custom Amount

Compliance note: REACH is pursuing 501(c)(3) status. Donations may not be tax-deductible until IRS determination is granted.

Where the Money Goes

Your support in this first phase is focused on getting REACH officially established and ready to serve.

  • IRS 501(c)(3) application filing fee
  • Pennsylvania nonprofit incorporation filing
  • Pennsylvania charitable registration
  • Intake and referral materials for residents
  • Basic launch costs for The REACH Resource Center

Recognition options are available and tailored to community guidelines.

The REACH Resource Center

The Resource Center is the operational base for outreach, intake, and partner coordination. It provides space for meetings, training, and a welcoming front door where residents can ask for guidance and be connected to appropriate local support.

The Center serves residents across Luzerne County and follows a simple principle: connection over duplication. REACH uses existing strengths across education, recovery, workforce, and family services to create one unified pathway to help.

Referral Categories

Addiction & Recovery

Detox and treatment pathways, peer support, and recovery housing through vetted providers.

Housing & Homelessness

Shelter access, rental stability, and longer-term housing options through local programs.

Education & Youth

GED and adult learning, tutoring, and mentorship opportunities with community partners.

Employment & Reentry

Job readiness, skills training, employer connections, and second-chance hiring pathways.

Mental Health & Wellness

Counseling access, crisis support, and wellness groups through licensed and community resources.

Family & Community Support

Parenting resources, food and clothing assistance, and safety services through trusted agencies.

Access & Inclusion

REACH values diversity and works to ensure equitable access for all residents. Materials are being developed for accessibility and mobile use. Spanish-language options are planned as categories go live.

Accessibility Commitments

Stay Informed

Get brief updates as categories and partner workflows come online.

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Questions?

Contact the team at The REACH Resource Center.

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A Clear Path Forward

When finding help is simple, progress follows. REACH is organizing a coordinated referral network so residents can take the next step with confidence.