Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Started in 1971 by a group of local churches and community leaders, Ephrata Area Social Services was formed with a commitment to the idea of “Neighbors Helping Neighbors.” In October of 1970, a planning committee challenged the community to become a “community of the concerned.” Even during times of a flourishing economy, there are those in need who are all but forgotten to their community. EASS has grown to be a provider of diverse services capable of meeting an ever increasing demand from Neighbors in need.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Started in 1971 by a group of local churches and community leaders, Ephrata Area Social Services was formed with a commitment to the idea of “Neighbors Helping Neighbors.” In October of 1970, a planning committee challenged the community to become a “community of the concerned.” Even during times of a flourishing economy, there are those in need who are all but forgotten to their community. EASS has grown to be a provider of diverse services capable of meeting an ever increasing demand from Neighbors in need.
EASS is a non-profit organization serving the Ephrata and Cocalico Regions of Northern Lancaster County. The criteria for eligibility is the expression of a legitimate need for help. EASS receives its support from the community. Donations come from churches, civic organizations, private individuals, businesses and grants. EASS receives no public funds.
Ephrata Area Social Services has fostered a tradition of reliability, providing services to those in need living in the Ephrata and Cocalico region.
Mission Statement
The mission of Ephrata Area Social Services is to empower and connect neighbors to build a healthy and vibrant community.
Vision Statement
We envision a thriving community where everyone is living to their full potential.
2025 Board of Directors
- President: Todd Heck
- Vice President: Timothy Weiser
- Treasurer: Renny Magill
- Secretary: Jodi Weaver
- Board Members:
- Chris Ament
- Steph Weber
- Steven Petrosky
- Alejandro Rios
- Stephanie Weber
- Pastor Brad Haws
- Kristen Hartranft
- Jennifer Meija
Leadership
- Executive Director: Casey Ellis
- Contact: cellis@ephrataareasocialservices.org
Support Staff
- Ephrata/Cocalico Meals on Wheels Program Director: Robin Boyer
- Contact: mow@ephrataareasocialservices.org
- Resource Coordinator: Coanne Luckenbill
- Contact: cluckenbill@ephrataareasocialservices.org
- Cocalico Resource Coordinator: Megan Morey
- Contact: mmorey@ephrataareasocialservices.org
- Social Worker: Katie Wilson
- Contact: KWilson@ephrataareasocialservices.org
- Bookkeeper: Michele Weitzel
- Contact: bookkeeping@ephrataareasocialservices.org
- Office Administrator: Tiff Burkhart
- Contact: tburkhart@ephrataareasocialservices.org
- Community Engagement Manager: Shirley Chapin
- Contact: schapin@ephrataareasocialservices.org