Mary’s Unique Gifts and Conference Center
1104 Dunbar Airport Lane
Kittanning, PA 16201

The Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association training is set for Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Mary’s Unique Gifts and Conference Center. It includes six hours of training, lunch, and networking with other resource families. We know that you will enjoy the training, and we are looking forward to seeing all of you there.

Sincerely,
Melissa Geesaman, Executive Director

Agenda

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Registration

9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
SWAN: Who We Are & How We Support You
During this morning session, you will be introduced to the array of services offered through the Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN). Join SWAN workers and experienced foster/adoptive parents in learning about the child and family services available to support your family in their foster care journey. Presented by: Jon Douglas, SW Division Manager, Robert Brockman (PAE DM), Danielle Mitchell (NW RTA), Nikki Harvey (NW RTA), and Amanda Cortazzo (SW RTA)

11:30 PM – 12:30 PM
Lunch

12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Perspective
This will be an interactive workshop for resource families. The workshop intends to explore the power of perspectives and the influence perspectives have on one’s outlook. Through self-reflection, participants will examine how their own experiences and perspectives can be a motivation or a barrier related to their role. Presented by: Annette Gross, Director of Placement Services with Wesley Family Services.

Training Registration

If you have questions about registration, accessibility, directions, or other logistical considerations, please contact the PSRFA Office at 1-800-951-5151 or by email at Mgeesaman@psrfa.org