My 13 yr old cat died last night. These people helped me deal with a bad situation. They were fast,…read morekind and professional. They were absolute angels. Thank you so much for loving animals enough to help their caretakers.

From the owner: Delaware County Humane Society was started because we needed a safe haven for animals we deal with…read moreonly rescue that are up to our standards. We don't believe in cages for our animals, and we don't believe animals should have to die for overcrowding. Although our screening process is extensive we always stand behind our animals.

A Quaker owned retreat center outside of Philly …read more.. I came for a holistic nurses retreat for a four day session- also slept here for 3 nights. Our conference meeting center was at Brinton house - on one side of the campus. I also stayed overnight in Britton House as well . Some others stayed at Firbank on the other side of the campus near the main house Main house is where the meals are served There is a path that circles around the campus approximately a mile around that is nice to take . You can see key features like the Beech Tree, a tower, organic garden, wetlands etc Lots of lovely flowers , tree species and insects to see - like bees and butterflies. This place is great if you are into biology and studying trees etc . It's a nice retreat place . Quiet , peaceful and delicious organic food There are no TVs which is nice to detox . There is WiFi if you need to connect but I did a social media detox while I was there It is a scent free facility as well - no candles , perfumes , sprays etc Rooms or dorm style or you have a private room. Rooms are rustic and no frills but clean. They provide linens and towels . Pillows were very flat and bed can be at times uncomfortable. Yoga and stretching helped me . Although I liked my shared room with a private bathroom - the wood floor was noisy - made noise with every step. I saw others with carpet floor . But I liked the view from my room and the desk inside was nice. Meals were at set times Breakfast 730-830 Lunch 12-1pm Dinner 6-7pm They had chicken/poultry/ fish option as well As vegetarian and vegan and gluten free options Bug spray is needed for walks especially in summer - hot and humid days . They have an art room with small donations if you use the space There is a library but I didn't go They have an organic Garden and a small grass labyrinth I liked the wetland pond area near Brinton house - so pretty . The path is a wood chipped path for most of the path- some of it is gravel. And the path is slightly confusing in a few areas but you figure it out.it appears larger in the map than what it really is

Short version: it's like a contemplative year-round summer camp for grownups, only the food is…read morereally good. Insanely long version: Last month, after wrapping up a few very stressful months on a difficult job, I was at a sort of crossroads in my life. I was looking for somewhere to go where I could clear my head, relax, and spend a few days living simply and reflecting on what was really important to me. Some people might go camping at a time like this, but I don't have a tent or a sleeping bag, and it's cold out, and long periods of solitude don't really agree with me. Also I'm small and clumsy, and could not likely defend myself effectively against a bear. What to do? Somewhere in the back of my mind I remembered hearing about Pendle Hill. It's a Quaker retreat and study center, so I must have heard of it at some point while at my Quaker school. I looked at their website and decided to check it out for a couple of days-- not a huge investment at $75 a night. My two-night stay turned into a six-night stay, which turned into a decision to live at Pendle Hill for a ten-week term as a student. I am head-over-heels in love with this place. You might not have the time or the inclination to spend ten weeks there, but below is a list of reasons why you should come check it out for a day or two. (They also have all sorts of cool weekend workshops on topics related to mindfulness, social justice, racism, peace, etc., which would be an ideal way to become acquainted with Pendle Hill.) -The food. Maybe I shouldn't start with that, but this is Yelp, after all. And it's SO GOOD. There's an organic garden and a whole bunch of chickens on the grounds, and everything is as fresh as can be. They even make the bread from scratch. I was asked when I made my initial reservation whether I had any dietary restrictions, and when I arrived at dinner the chef introduced himself and showed me which items were dairy-, egg-, fish-, and wheat-free. -The people. The people and the food are linked closely in my mind, because mealtimes are a warm, communal affair. You serve yourself and then sit with others at one of a few little tables. Everyone there is incredibly nice to newcomers. I walked in to dinner with that anxious new-kid-in-the-school-cafeteria feeling, and walked out having made four or five cool new friends (ranging in age between about 25 and 75) who made me feel right at home. (I need a lot of human interaction to keep me happy, but it's just as easy to have a more solitary experience there if that's your thing.) -The art studio. It's so cool. It's open 24 hours a day, during some of which it is flooded with sunlight, and you can just go in and play! Or you can take one of their art classes. They've got all the tools and supplies you could imagine for drawing, painting, sketching, calligraphy, sewing, quilting, knitting, book-binding, pottery, and weaving, and I'm sure I've left out a bunch of things. There's also a wood shop that I hear is great, but my dust allergies kept me out of there. -The grounds. The campus is beautiful-- old stone buildings, a lovely path through the woods, the aforementioned organic garden, and all sorts of little quiet places to think-- wooden tucked away behind a stand of trees and the like. -The library and the bookstore (see my review of the latter). Tons of books, on Quakerism of course, but also on Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, and other religions; nature and ecology; social justice and activism; history; psychology; and on and on but this review is already way too long. The library is a beautiful place to sit and read or write. -The values. I'm almost hesitant sometimes to use the word "values" because it has been so coopted by the religious right, but I won't cede it to them. Quakers believe in simplicity, peace, and tolerance, among other things. You will find Jews, Catholics, Muslims, and Buddhists there; people of all sexual orientations; people who speak all different languages. Writers, readers, artists, musicians, social workers, activists, students, and people trying to figure out who and what they are, rake leaves and scrub pots together to keep the community running. Upon rereading this, I realize I might have made it-- and me-- sound rather cultish. It's not, and I'm not; I'm just still really excited. Come visit for a weekend to write or read or think or walk or be, and see for yourself.

Incredible people. They are truly inspiring in helping those in need get back on their feet. They…read morehelp feed the community at large as well. The support they are giving comes from the heart. The staff are good and kind to all. They know how to help people help themselves. The staff are diverse, tough when needed, and good to all.

Full Disclosure--I work at the corporate office at Cityteam in San Jose, CA…read more I recently visited our Chester site, and from an outsider's point of view, I was struck by how friendly everyone was. The staff, volunteers, and clients were so hospitable--not just to me, but to everyone I observed. The genuine care and concern shown for those receiving services was so evident. The staff and regular volunteers are invested in this community. Chester is no walk in the park, and these people choose to come in every day, build relationships, pray for the community, and serve. And they serve people with dignity. Have you heard about their Hope Cafe? In addition to serving cafeteria style meals all week long, on Saturday evenings, the space is transformed into a restaurant, the guests order from a menu, and they are served just as they would be at a restaurant. The Mother-Baby program provides families from the community with necessities they may not be able to afford on their own. Moms can get diapers, formula, clothes, diaper bags, etc. There is a recovery program for men who want to be freed from their addictions, and they do community outreach delivering meals, backpacks, turkeys, and toys. Cityteam Chester does a real good job of celebrating and sharing good news through their social media page on FB. Check them out!

This organization was a Godsend for my close friend and her children. They gave her legal help to…read moreget out of a horrible situation, offered career coaching to help her get a job, and relocation assistance to a safe apartment. The shelter was in a nice area and not scuzzy. Staff was very friendly and positive.

I called for help and they told me they are at capicity so I guess I am supposed to stay where I am…read moreuntil I get killed. counselor was very nice but helpless. Feel even more alone and broken after the call because now I have no hope.

I just finished up my 12th weekend of doing volunteer doggie photography For Rags 2 Riches. One of…read moretheir supporters recruited me to help them out. So I have seen firsthand on numerous occasions how the team at Rags 2 Riches operates, and this is my assessment... They sincerely are 100% passionate about helping the animals. It's what drives them. Somewhere I saw a review where somebody complained about the cost of the adoption fee, which is currently $400 for younger dogs and puppies. Senior dogs I believe are less. Well, this is not a money making operation. I have the impression that if they made it to break even, then that was a good month. They've got employees. They've got rent. They've got costs associated with the care of the animals. When you adopt, the adoption fee helps to support their work. This is a small rescue. They want to get animals adopted or in foster care quickly so that there is room to bring in more dogs and cats that need saving. As part of their mission, they actually visit the youth detention center in Lima once per month to give the kids there some puppy time. (Last time they brought them 4 puppies to play with.) Rags 2 Riches does things like that. Each animal that comes into their care is considered precious. And they are protective of these animals. They want them to have good lives. So they take their adoption screening seriously. The Rags 2 Riches people work really hard at what they do. The hours are long. The rewards come when one of their "babies" gets adopted by good people. That's it. That's all they are working for. I saw there were some bad reviews here. As in any business, including a non-profit business such as this one, glitches can happen. Rags 2 Riches saved more than 300 animals in 2019. So if there are service glitches, the percentage is very small. If you are looking for a dog (or cat), you might find the special one you seek right here. It seems every week they've got new dogs. Some come from the south. Some are local saves. Some even come from other countries. Like right now, they've got a special young dog from India! Rags 2 Riches is located about a block from the 7-11 in Aston. With each of my visits they have had abundant parking. You can see their dogs by visiting their Rags 2 Riches Facebook page or Instagram. Often there are new dogs that do not yet have photos. Sometimes new dogs last only one day before they are adopted. (I've seen this.) If you are visiting them, be prepared to act. If you find "the one," don't go home to think about it. That animal can get adopted quickly by someone else. And if you don't find the one on your first visit, it's okay to keep coming back to see the new arrivals. Also, I know they are always looking for volunteers and people willing to foster. New arrivals sometimes are stressed. Those are the ones they want to get adopted or into a foster home quickly. So if adopting is too much of a commitment, then there certainly are foster care opportunities.

I have fostered and adopted from Rags2Riches for over 8 years. They are a wonderful team of…read morevolunteers and animal lovers. I can honestly say that all the animals we have fostered have been cared for and vetted properly. I only foster puppies, which are more prone to illness (parvo, worms, kennel cough). Out of the 50+ pups that we have fostered - they were all adopted out healthy! I still follow many of these dogs and their families. I will continue to support the recuse and help more pups find their forever homes.. Recue On

We just held our son's 3rd birthday party here. Beautiful space, and a terrific interactive…read moreprogram composed of music, art, dance and dramatic play led by an amazing teaching artist. The children all had a wonderful time. You just bring your own food/paper products, show up, and let the magic happen! Nice alternative to the usual indoor party places.

This place recently relocated to 101 Plush Mills rd in Wallingford PA in an old school building…read more While the staff and activities deserve four or five stars, the new location only deserves one, if any stars at all. The Wallingford location is old and run down. When you walk into the building you are met by an intense and pungent smell of mold, so anyone with allergies to mold should stay away. Next, the place looks like it has not been cleaned the past ten years. It is outright disgusting. Floors are covered in a thick layer of dirt and dust. Disgusting when the kids were encouraged to have bare feet. There is a play area with toys with an old shag rug and toys covered in dirt, dust and old hair. These include even toys for infants who mouth everything. So in a place like this with several events every day and a ton of kids touching and mouthing the toys, they should really be washed every day. Not every year! To the owners: Seriously - clean this place up so it can be fit for kids! And get rid of the mold, so you won't end up with a visiting allergy kid having a severe asthma attack!

I donated some clothes here just a little while ago and after a bit of ignorance and plain apathy,…read moreI was finally directed by a staff member to their donation room. I was told by the local homeless that the Salvation Army is one of the worst spots when your in need of help. It's more of a local office and donation center than shelter or facility for those in need. They don't seem to be accepting volunteers.