News & Events
The Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie is actively involved in the local community, as well as with State and Federal agencies. Each year we host on and off campus events that support our mission and our kids. Please check back for periodic updates.
Nursing Hiring Event – August 18th
The Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie will host a Nursing Hiring Event on August 18 from 10 am - 5 pm at 10 Children's Way, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 for the positions of RN Staff Nurse and LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse). Click here to pre-register or send resume and cover letter to Kate Read More
Support our Home: Attend the Hudson Valley Renegades Game on May 11
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] We are excited to announce that in honor of our 175th Anniversary, the Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie will be the Grand Slam Community Partner at the May 11 Hudson Valley Renegades game. Join us at Dutchess Stadium to see the Hudson Valley Renegades take on the Aberdeen IronBirds and Read More
The Children’s Home Celebrates 175 Years of Healing and Hope
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you hear? January 21, 2022 is our Home's 175th Anniversary. The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie was created on January 21, 1847 by a group of women called the Female Guardian Society who wanted to help children and families that needed their help the most. Our history tells us, “Two Read More
Cars flock to Dutchess County family’s world record-setting holiday light display
Did you hear? We had so much fun at the 2021 ERDAJT's Christmas Light Display December 10-11. Thank you to the Gay Family for their generous hearts and to News 12 for capturing this beautiful display! Read the full article: https://bronx.news12.com/cars-flock-to-dutchess-county-familys-world-record-setting-holiday-light-display
2021 ERDAJT Christmas Light Display
Please join the Children's Home of Poughkeepsie on December 10 and 11 for the 2021 ERDAJT Christmas Light Display. 100% of donations collected will be donated to the Children's Home.
David A. Crenshaw, Ph.D., ABPP, RPT-S, Chief of Clinical Services, Receives the Association for Play Therapy’s Lifetime Achievement Award
David A. Crenshaw, Ph.D., ABPP, RPT-S, Chief of Clinical Services, received the Association for Play Therapy's Lifetime Achievement Award on October 16, 2021 at the Association for Play Therapy's Annual Conference. Read the full press release:
