ASCI Youth

Y.E.S. Summer Camp is Back!

Looking for a fun, engaging, and FREE summer experience for youth ages 10–14 involved with Allegheny County CYF? A Second Chance, Inc. Kinship Care’s Y.E.S. Summer Camp is the perfect…

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It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Supporting Youth Through Anxiety

Anxiety isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it looks like overthinking, staying quiet, getting irritated easily, struggling to sleep, or feeling overwhelmed by things other people may not notice. For youth in…

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Boosting Your Self-Esteem: A Reminder That You Matter

Self-esteem isn’t something you either “have” or “don’t have.” It’s something you build. Slowly. On purpose. Some days it feels strong, other days it feels shaky, and that’s normal. For…

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A Home Made by Family: Sharda and Vae’s Kinship Care Journey

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing safe, secure, and nurturing environments for children entrusted to relatives…

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Where Belief Begins: Inside the Travis Malloy Meet & Greet

The Travis Malloy Meet & Greet was a powerful moment of connection, encouragement, and growth for youth and families. This experience created a space where young people felt truly seen,…

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Rooted in Love: A Journey of Kinship, Support, and Strength

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing safe, secure, and nurturing environments for children entrusted to relatives…

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World Semicolon Day: A Symbol of Hope, Strength, and Continuation

At A Second Chance, Inc., we know that life’s journey isn’t always a straight line. Youth and families navigating the child welfare system can often feel overwhelmed. That’s why World…

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National Love Our Children Day & the Power of Kinship Care

Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and deeply loved. On National Love Our Children Day, we’re reminded just how important that is. At A Second Chance, Inc., this day…

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Love Without Conditions: The Story of Ana and Tiny

Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children entrusted to…

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Kin is You. Kin is Me. Kin is We.

At A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), we believe in the power of connection. “Kin is you. Kin is me. Kin is we.” It’s more than just a saying. It’s a…

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