Diakon
Individual and Family ServicesPennsylvania, United States501-1000 Employees
Diakon is a Pennsylvania-based nonprofit organization operating within the individual and family services sector. It provides affordable housing options and a range of services for children, youth, families, and older adults, serving more than 63,000 people in 2023 through multiple service centers and senior living communities. The organization employs a large staff to deliver programs that emphasize care, support, and housing stability, with operations spanning senior living communities and rental-assisted housing across several Pennsylvania locations. Diakon was formed in 2000 through the affiliation of Tressler Lutheran Services and Lutheran Services Northeast, and it is based in Middletown, in the south-central region of Pennsylvania. In recent years, the organization has expanded its presence with new offices and program initiatives in adjacent counties, reflecting an ongoing effort to broaden its service reach within the region.