{"id":139605,"date":"2025-01-13T14:57:42","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T19:57:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=139605"},"modified":"2025-01-13T14:57:42","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T19:57:42","slug":"erin-harris-joins-the-boys-girls-club-of-allentown-board","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=139605","title":{"rendered":"Erin Harris Joins the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown Board"},"content":{"rendered":"

ALLENTOWN, PA: JANUARY 13, 2024 \u2013 <\/strong>Today, Erin Harris, President and Chief Financial O\ufb03cer for Preventive Measures, will be o\ufb03cially inducted as a Board Member for the Boys and Girls Club of Allentown (BGCA). <\/strong>Her new role represents a shared commitment to uplifting the local youth, further strengthening BGCA\u2019s mission to promoting a safe, enriching environment where children can thrive.<\/p>\n

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Erin Harris, President and Chief Financial Officer
for Preventive Measures, will be officially inducted as a Board Member for the Boys and Girls
Club of Allentown (BGCA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Preventive Measures is a leading multi-state provider of mental health and home health care services. As President, Harris has exempli\ufb01ed visionary leadership and operational excellence, driving the implementation of industry-leading best practices that not only surpass audit standards but rede\ufb01ne benchmarks for unparalleled client care. In her role as CFO, she has delivered strategic \ufb01nancial oversight, guiding Preventive Measures through a phase of rapid growth while emphasizing \ufb01nancial sustainability, e\ufb00ective resource allocation, and cost management to secure the company\u2019s long-term success.<\/p>\n

With a bachelor\u2019s degree from Muhlenberg College and a master\u2019s degree in special education, Harris has deep connections to her roots in the Lehigh Valley, and a strong commitment to thriving youth. Sharing her sentiments about the Board appointment, she expressed: \u201cAs a board member, I\u2019m excited to contribute to the ongoing development of programs that help our youth \ufb01nd their path to success. By investing in mental health services, we are building the foundation for a stronger, healthier future for the next generation.\u201d said Harris.<\/p>\n

BGCA, founded in 1937, has been a cornerstone of the Allentown community, dedicated to creating a safe, enriching environment where children can grow, learn, and explore their potential. Today, BGCA serves more than 2,000 children annually, o\ufb00ering a wide range of educational and recreational programs designed to promote personal development and positive life choices. Katarah A. Jordan, BGCA CEO is enthusiastic about the impact Harris will have: \u201cErin\u2019s passion for community well-being and her leadership experience are invaluable assets.<\/p>\n

We are looking forward to creating a positive impact on the lives of Allentown\u2019s youth together.\u201d<\/p>\n

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ABOUT PREVENTIVE MEASURES, INC.<\/p>\n

Founded in 2008, Preventive Measures (PM) is an out-patient mental & home health provider focused on improving the quality of life for individuals through Wellness Centers in Washington D.C., Pennsylvania, and Georgia, and a Home Health Care division in Pennsylvania. With its multidimensional structure, Preventive Measures champions holistic health with innovative solutions like PM NOW<\/em>, a comprehensive mobile application providing tools and access to virtual wellness, Senoj Technology, which integrates healthcare and technology o\ufb00ering business solutions and the PM Foundation <\/em>which furthers its impact through philanthropy, community support, and strategic alliances. For more information visit<\/p>\n

PreventiveMeasuresInc.com<\/a><\/p>\n

ABOUT THE PM FOUNDATION<\/p>\n

The Preventive Measures Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization formed in September 2022 as the philanthropic extension of Preventive Measures, a trusted provider of mental health and supportive services for more than 13 years. Commonly known as The PM Foundation (TPMF), it serves to improve the mental health of individuals and communities through services, education, and support. TPMF plays a vital role in addressing health challenges, promoting awareness, supporting non-pro\ufb01t organizations dedicated to mental health care, and ensuring that individuals have access to resources to live ful\ufb01lling lives.<\/p>\n

For more information visit thepmfoundation.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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Information & images provided to TVL by:
\nMelka Davis<\/p>\n

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