The mission of Mary’s Shelter of Reading, Pennsylvania is to provide residential and non residential services for pregnant women and women and their newborns who are in need of a supportive environment because of a lack of suitable housing or favorable family relationships.

While caring for women in need, Mary’s Shelter prepares mothers with newborns for independent living and a vision of hope for the future.

On September 8, 1995 Mary's Shelter opened its doors to young women in a crisis situation. Our goal is to provide temporary housing, while assisting the young women to coordinate counseling, education and quality prenatal care. The ultimate outcome is having a healthy infant born to a healthy, well-informed mother. The resident and counselor develop a plan of action with attainable goals, focusing specifically on achieving independent living skills.

Mary's Shelter is licensed by the State of Pennsylvania as a Maternity Home and as a Private Children and Youth Social Service Agency, which serves the needs of homeless, pregnant young women.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for admission and services without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, handicap or disability, sexual orientation, AIDS or HIV status.