There is a frequently quoted adage that claims “The only constant in life is change.” It’s hard to argue against that observation. Change is inevitable in this ever-changing, rapidly changing,…

The Hollinger Family Story Foster Care and Adoption can be an incredibly meaningful journey a family can take together. It can be an opportunity at the crossroads of meeting a…

Throughout the year at COBYS, we highlight stories of the impact of our services, whether that be an adoption finalization, delivery of a Family Life Education course, training for our…

(This COBYS generated article first appeared on Lancasteronline.com on February 7, 2024)   Your neighbors in the community are struggling, to the extent that some families have been placed in…

An Adoption Story. Here’s the Story… For Louis and Melissa Zoeller, life in their home is always in motion. They recently finalized the adoption of three siblings, Izabel, Oaklee and…

For COBYS Family Services Foster to Adopt Families. To say the decision to become a foster to adopt family is a large undertaking is an understatement. To care for, nurture…

Behind each data point, unit of service, hour of therapy and class delivered, is a face and a case. Who are COBYS clients, the cases we receive? What exactly does…

We often share stories of COBYS families and adoptions. Adoption stories are heartwarming and natural milestones on the journey of foster (and former foster) children. Adoptions are a time to…

Perhaps a better question is, “How can foster care work?” But first, here’s what the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania says.  Every child deserves a loving, nurturing permanent home, where they feel…

Welcome to the COBYS blog! We wanted to have a spot where we could keep you all up to date with what is going on at COBYS Family Services, provide…