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Causes: Children & Youth, Education, Foster Care, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, Residential Mental Health Treatment, Special Education
Mission: Pressley Ridge provides hope and support for youth, individuals and families through a full continuum of mental health, foster care, residential treatment, and specialized education services. Our innovative programs provide a safe and supportive environment where children, youth and families can work to increase their sense of wellbeing and achieve sustainable, positive outcomes. Through collaborative and inclusive relationships, Pressley Ridge empowers children and families to transform their lives and develop to their full potential. Pressley Ridge was founded in 1832 and remains headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Over the course of nearly two centuries, we have continued to evolve to serve diverse communities, as well as the needs of the most complex youth and families. A legacy of successful outcomes has enabled us to expand to serve communities in Central Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and Texas.
Target demographics: kids and families
Direct beneficiaries per year: Nearly 9,000 kids and families
Geographic areas served: Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia and Texas
Programs: Residential Treatment Services Community-based Services Treatment Foster Care Specialized Education