The Open Line is your community, non-profit, social
service agency dedicated to helping adults and families in the greater Upper Perkiomen Valley to be safe, healthy, and able to reach their full
potential.
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. - 4 p.m
Tuesday evenings until 7 p.m.
Additional hours by appointment
NEWS
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE OPEN LINE?
ASSISTANCE FOR FIRE VICTIMS-- Recent newspaper articles have spotlighted the services that The Open Line is able to provide in a time of crisis. One such crisis occurred on Monday, October 1, when a fire at the Riveria restaurant and the second floor apartments left several people displaced. The counselors at The Open Line are available to work with those affected by the fire by providing for their immediate needs as well as support for the long-term re-building process. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the efforts financially including Tri County Area Federal Credit Union, Quakertown National Bank, the employees of Blommer Chocolate Co., and several individuals in our community. It is wonderful to see the way our community pulls together and supports one another.
EVENTS AT THE OPEN LINE -- As we approach the holiday season, we are entering into our busiest time of the year. In SEPTEMBER, we had children's carnival games, horse and wagon rides and a train display at Community Day. And at Family Fest, we had an informational table and interactive activities. Our 29th annual CROP Hunger Walk on September 30th was a huge success with 191 walkers who raised more than $5,000! (See "CROP Walk" link below for more details.) In OCTOBER, we have many projects happening for domestic violence awareness month. Have you seen our banner hanging across Main Street in Pennsburg? We also co-sponsored a Volunteer Fair with the Senior Center in October. And in NOVEMBER, we have our annual Penny Auction (November 2nd).
And of course we are preparing for our holiday programs. In addition to the traditional Adopt-A-Family program, we are offering a year 'round Adopt-A-Family component for those wishing to help "their" family with school supplies, a Thanksgiving meal, etc.
BORN LEARNING INITIATIVE -- Children are born learning. Their early
experiences help shape their growth and development.
The Open Line is proud to participate in Born Learning, an initiative
that encourages the promotion of early education for children.
"A parent is a child's first and most influential teacher,"
says Wendy David, Executive Director of the United Way of Western
Montgomery County. "Born Learning provides tangible tools
that can be used by all parents, grandparents, and caregivers
to get children off to the right start and ready for kindergarten."
Whenever a parent comes to The Open Line for services, we allow
their children to select a new book to keep. We also provide Born
Learning tips and other parenting information.
