News and Events
1-20-25
Join us for an exciting night of Cash and Prizes Bingo April, 25, 2025 at St. Fraces Cabrini Hall in Fairless Hills. Bring food, snacks and even your favorite beverage for a night of fun. Tables can be reserved in groups of 8 when paid in full. For more information email us at pmhcfundraising.org or call 215-390-4801. Hope to see you there!
1-13-2025
ANNOUNCEMENT
Penndel Mental Health Center Board of Directors
I am pleased to announce that, Human Services leader Jon Rubin has been named Chief
Executive Officer of Penndel Mental Health Center, an agency that provides evidenced
based care to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities and co-occurring
disorders. Jon is a passionate human services leader, with over 30 years of experience in the
field. For the past two years, Jon has been serving as a Principal with Health Management
Associates leading strategic planning processes, stakeholder engagement practices, and
system redesign efforts with human services system across the country.
Our Board of Directors are thrilled to have Jon join Penndel Mental Health Center as its CEO
effective January 27, 2025,” As Board Chair of the PMHC Board of Directors, I am confident
that Jon possesses the qualifications and expertise in the human services sector that will
build on the legacy of our current CEO Karen Graff. We look forward to having Jon’s
thoughtful leadership as Penndel Mental Health Center continues its impact on
individuals, children and families in Bucks County. Karen Graff who has been with the
organization for 42 years, added “I will truly miss being a part of the great work being done
every day at Penndel; I know that the agency is in good hands with Jon and will continue to
thrive and prosper.
Prior to joining Health Management Associates, Jon served as deputy secretary of the
Office of Children, Youth and Families at the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
(DHS). In this role, he led the state’s child welfare and juvenile justice services programs.
During this time, Jon worked collaboratively with other DHS agencies to ensure
accessibility of services and support of underserved populations.
During his time as deputy secretary, Governor Tom Wolf appointed Jon to Pennsylvania’s
Juvenile Justice Task Force, and he partnered routinely with advocates, provider agencies,
and legislators on all issues related to child welfare and juvenile justice. He facilitated the
development of Pennsylvania’s first Five-Year Family First Prevention Services Plan while
also overseeing the licensing and inspection of residential provider programs, county child
welfare agencies, and state-run secure juvenile justice service programs.
Jon had previously served as director of Housing and Human Services for more than five
years in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. In this role, he was the leader for public human
services for the County including child welfare; aging; housing; mental health; drug and
alcohol; Medicaid behavioral services; and intellectual disability services. During this time,
Jon focused the County’s work on developing a more integrated model of human services
delivery and building the public and private partnerships necessary to address the
community’s health-related social needs.
Jon started his career as a child welfare social worker, providing direct service work and
caseworker supervision before assuming progressive leadership roles. Additional past
roles include senior consultant with Deloitte, director of Organizational Effectiveness and
Leadership Development with the American Public Human Services Association, and
acting director and practice improvement specialist with the Pennsylvania Child Welfare
Training Program.
Jon holds a Master of Social Work from Temple University and a Bachelor of Arts in Social
Work from Pennsylvania State University. He is the recipient of the 2019 Dennis Marion
Award for contributions to behavioral health services in Pennsylvania. Jon remains focused
on ensuring the delivery of equitable, accessible, and high-quality human services.
Jon said, “I am honored to be joining Penndel Mental Health Center, a place that I have
known for over 30 years as a leader in providing community-based services and supports in
Bucks County, and I look forward to working with the Penndel team to collectively advance
the mission of assisting consumers in achieving and sustaining their highest level of
independence in their home and community.”
Penndel Mental Health Center hired Kittleman and Associates to conduct a search for its
new CEO. Kittleman & Associates is a national executive search firm that specializes in the
recruitment of CEOs for tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, public charities and
philanthropic organizations. Kittleman recruits’ leaders for the entire nonprofit sector
including human services, foundations, and advocacy organizations. For more information,
visit https://www.kittlemansearch.com/
Sincerely Yours,
William J. Massinger, LSCW
President, Penndel Mental Health Center Board of Directors
12/2/2024
11/14/2024
PMHC celebrated its Annual Employee Recognition Breakfast at the Sheridan in Langhorne. Employees were honored for their years of service to the Agency, along with their dedication and professionalism displayed throughout the year. Raffle prizes were received by lucky winners of the drawing.
11/7/2024
PMHC attended an event at the Bucks County IU in Doylestown. The event offered information on future planning to parents who have children with disabilities enrolled in the public school system.
10/31/2024
Employees at Main Center, 919, and Cabot get in the spirit for Halloween.
10/18/2024
The Delaware Valley Veterans Expo was held at Parx Casino. Local leaders, Veterans Affairs Department, and local organizations were present to honor and provide valuable benefit information to our brave and deserving service members. The event highlighted job opportunities and direction to services once discharged from the Armed Forces.
10/11/2024
PMHC attended the Senior Expo at Northampton Valley Country Club sponsored by Senator Frank Farry. Local organizations were on hand to provide valuable resource information for the seniors in Bucks County.
10/8/2024
Nami Stride took place on Sunday, October 6th at Warminster Community Park. Celebrating 10 years of making Strides for Mental Health Awareness and combatting the stigma that surrounds this issue. PMHC is always proud to be a Sponsor and supporter at this event.
10/2/2024
As a winner in the McHalescares contest, PMHC attended a Food Truck event for current and previous winners in Levittown. In the past five years, McHales has donated close to $50,000 to various local non-profit organizations. Thank you McHales for your continued support in the community.
9/24/2024
9/13/2024
Rep. Joe Hogan’s Senior Expo at Neshaminy Senior Center.
7/18/2024
PMHC friends and family join staff for a fun night out at Trenton Thunder baseball game. Dave represented PMHC by throwing out the first pitch.
7/14/2024
PMHC staff volunteer for the “Keep PA Beautiful” campaign by picking up trash at Core Creek Park.
7/12/2024
Due to extreme heat, PMHC’s Summer Party 2024 was held indoors. The office at Cabot Blvd was transformed into a festive, picnic atmosphere. A fun time was had by all.
6/10/2024
Join us for a fun evening of baseball at The Trenton Thunder Stadium. Post game fireworks as well! Reserve tickets by contacting Judy at Jmccoy@penndelmhc.org.
5/29/2024
Grill n Go is a once-a-month lunchtime cookout at both Cabot and Main Center locations. Staff enjoy beef burgers, veggie burgers, and hot dogs fresh off the grill. Condiments, rolls, chips, and bottled water are provided by the Agency. Here are some pictures from Cabot’s Grill n Go.
5/9/2024
Grill n Go at Main Center.
4/16/2024
Bingo Night 2024 was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who attended the event. A Special thanks to those who made a monetary donation or to those who donated fabulous items for the Raffle Baskets. Your continued support is greatly valued and appreciated. See you all next year!!!
4/8/2024
BINGO NIGHT is approaching quickly. TICKETS are still available!! Here are a few RAFFLE BASKETS you could win.
2 Phillies Tickets Harley Davidson items Wicker Picnic Basket Garden Supplies Salon Basket
Grill Sesame Place Basket and more…………
Advanced tickets $35 and $40 at the door on the night of the event.
Doors open at 6:00PM and Cash Games begin at 7:00PM.
Check the Flyer below for more information.
3/20/24
3/1/24
11/28/23
PENNDEL MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
Celebrating 50 years of Service to our Community!
This is a very special year for us. On August 21, 2023, we celebrated 50 years of service to our community! We have accomplished so much in the past 50 years and we are very, very proud of our continued commitment to provide comprehensive behavioral treatment options, education and support to the individuals and families of Bucks County.
How Can You Be a Part of our Mission? You Can Help Us with our ANNUAL APPEAL
We are a private, non-profit community mental health center, financed by several sources – client fees, County and State funds, public and private grants, third-party payments and private donations. Since reimbursement rates do not cover the full expense of our programs, we must rely on donations to help us fund some of the extra costs we incur to assist the individuals and families who come to us for help.
Please consider making a donation so we can continue the great work we do in Bucks County communities. Your contribution, no matter the size, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. If you wonder what your donation means to the individuals and families we serve………..
A donation of $30 can purchase school supplies for families who cannot afford them, or art supplies for an Art Therapy Group.
A donation of $50 can purchase three bags of food for families who utilize Cares Cupboard, our Food Pantry, or purchase two winter coats for children who receive our services and have none.
A donation of $100 can purchase bus/train passes for up to 8 people each month to help them get to treatment, or pay for one night of temporary housing for someone who is homeless.
Please go to our website: www.penndelmhc.org and then to the “How Can I Help” dropdown. Then choose “Donations” and you will find a DONATE button. You can also send a check, made out to Penndel Mental Health Center, to Penndel Mental Health Center 2005 Cabot Blvd Langhorne, PA 19047, ATTN: Annual Appeal.
PMHC is a private, not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
11/14/23
Giving-Tuesday-Post-for-FB-for-2023-3.pdf
Help Celebrate Penndel Mental Health Center’s
50th Year Anniversary
November 28th is GIVING TUESDAY, the universal day of giving. In the spirit of giving, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to Penndel Mental Health Center. We are a local community mental health center that has been providing treatment, services and supports to children, adolescents and adults, many of whom are your friends and neighbors here in Bucks County, for 50 years. Penndel Mental Health Center is dedicated to promoting community well-being through the provision of comprehensive behavioral health treatment options, education and supports to individuals and families in Lower Bucks County.
Mental health treatment is needed more than ever right now and your gift can help us to assist the many individuals and families who need us. We thank you for any financial support that you are able to give, either on GIVING TUESDAY or at any point during the holiday season. Please go to our website: www.penndelmhc.org and then to the “How Can I Help” dropdown. Then choose “Donations” and you’ll find a DONATE button. You can also send a check, made out to Penndel Mental Health Center, to PMHC, 2005 Cabot Blvd. Langhorne, PA 19047, ATTN: Giving Tuesday. We appreciate all contributions, big and small. Happy Holidays!
11/9/23
Bucks County Intermediate Unit’s Transition Fair in Doylestown.
10/31/23
Staff in Costume to Celebrate Halloween .
10/20/23
Buck County Suicide Prevention Task Force “Hold on You Matter” Music and Art Festival at Christ’s Home Community Center.
10/20/23
Rep. Joe Hogan’s Senior Expo at Neshaminy Activity Center in Feasterville.
10/8/23
Nami Stride event at Warminster Community Park.
9/28/2023
Senator Frank Farry’s Senior Expo held at the Northampton Country Club in Richboro.
9-27-2023
Penndel Mental Health Center attended the March on Harrisburg, along with many other advocates across the state of Pennsylvania, to encourage the State Legislatures to increase funding for mental health services across the state.
9-5-2023
“Grill N Go” is a once- a- month lunchtime cook-out at both Cabot and Main Center locations. The cook-out is held from 12p-1pm. Beef burgers, veggie burgers, and hot dogs are provided by PMHC and served hot off the grill, by Grill Master Dave. It is a great opportunity for employees to venture outside and join their co-workers for lunch.
8-26-2023
PMHC attended Nami Bucks Stride Kickoff party at Maggio’s Ballroom in Southampton. Nami is celebrating its 40th year of providing quality mental health programs and resources to the community. PMHC is proud to partner with Nami to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and providing much needed services to the residents of Bucks County.
8-23-2023
CELEBRATING OUR 50th ANNIVERSARY!
Hello everyone. On August 21, 2023, we celebrated 50 years of service to our community! We have accomplished so much in the past 50 years and we are very, very proud of our continued commitment to provide comprehensive behavioral treatment options, education and support to the individuals and families of Bucks County.
One of the many ways we are acknowledging and celebrating this major milestone is with a new slogan! In May, we initiated a contest, looking to our creative, innovative and talented staff, to help us to come up with a new slogan to use for the next 50 years that will reflect our commitment to growth and expansion in the community.
PMHC employees responded and submitted twenty-one (21) different slogans to consider. The PMHC Re-Branding Committee voted and our new slogan submitted by Anitra, is:
Your Stepping Stone to a Brighter Tomorrow
The Re-Branding Committee chose their top three selections, and the following three employees, who submitted those top three slogans, received prizes for their efforts. They are:
- Anitra
- Kripaya
- Judy
Our next step is to work with a marketing firm to design a new logo for the agency. Stay tuned for more exciting news, as we prepare for the next 50 years of dedicated services to our community.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO US!