Arch Street Center

Arch Street Center is a welcoming, stigma-free drop-in center for adults living with serious mental illness in Lancaster, PA. Every day, we provide a safe space where members can connect, participate in activities, and access the support they need to thrive.

Since 1983, our mission has been to support the recovery of adults living with serious mental illness.

Every donation helps keep our doors open and our programs strong—helping our members belong, connect, and thrive.

Who We Are

Arch Street Center is a welcoming, stigma-free drop-in center for adults living with serious mental illness in Lancaster, PA. Every day, we provide a safe space where members can connect, participate in activities, and access the support they need to thrive. Through social rehabilitation, we give our members purpose and a sense of community, which leads to a better quality of life and helps reduce hospitalizations and incarceration.

Here are the ways we support our members:

Social Rehabilitation

Arch Street Center is a place to belong. Through group activities and peer support, members build confidence, practice social skills, and reduce isolation, fostering recovery and resilience.

Meals

Our nutritious meals feed more than bodies—they nourish community. Daily meals provide stability, comfort, and an opportunity for connection, ensuring no member goes hungry.

Structured Activities

From Bingo and crafts to museum trips, our activities give members fun, purpose, and a chance to explore new interests. These experiences promote creativity, engagement, and joy.

Connections & Community

At Arch Street Center, members find more than just friendships—they discover a true sense of community. Through peer connections and shared experiences, they gain belonging and purpose. This purpose provides stability, reduces reliance on hospitalizations, and helps members make healthier decisions that keep them out of prison.

Access to Basic Needs

Arch Street Center meets essential needs so members can focus on recovery. Showers, laundry, and hygiene products ensure dignity and stability every day.

When you give to Arch Street Center during the ExtraGive, you’re not just making a donation—you’re giving adults living with serious mental illness a safe place to belong, a supportive community, and the chance to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.