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Allegheny HealthChoices: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Contact Name Glynis Arnold Contact Phone 412-325-1100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 240 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Coordinates and provides Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and Program Services certification to individuals throughout Allegheny County. MHFA equips community members to understand basic symptoms and how to respond and refer. There are certified trainers in the Jefferson area who can deliver trainings for interested organizations. Call for details on upcoming classes or to host a class. NOTES
Auberle: Addiction Services Contact Name Katherine McLaughlin Contact Phone 412-673-5856 ext. 1214 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Offers individual treatment, group treatment, Alcoholics Anonymous®, Program Services Narcotics Anonymous®, child of addicted parents (COAP), and gambling addiction services. NOTES
Auberle: Mental Health Services Contact Name Stephanie Christner Contact Phone 412-673-5856 ext. 1242 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Offers services that work with children, adolescents and families who Program Services are having problems with mental health issues. Services include: psychological services, psychiatric services, group therapy, individual therapy, anger management, support with grief, loss and separation, and post-traumatic stress disorder. NOTES
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Gateway Rehab: Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Contact Name Kyle Harder Contact Phone 412-604-8900 x1033 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 470 Streets Run Road, Suite 202 Whitehall, PA 15236 Description of Addresses signs and symptoms of drug abuse/addiction. Offers out- Program Services patient and medication-assisted treatments for adults and adolescents. NOTES
Glassport Development Corporation: Substance Abuse Reality Tour Drug Prevention Program Contact Name Terri Naylor and Leslie Craine Contact Phone 412-491-6535 and 412-651-9385 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 525 Allegheny Avenue Glassport, PA 15045 Description of An evidence-based drug prevention program for parents and children Program Services offered as a monthly event. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Counseling Services Contact Name Jodi Buzzell, LPC Manager Contact Phone 412-650-1100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 810 Clairton Blvd Suites 500/600 Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 5301 Grove Road Suite M123 Whitehall, PA 15236 Description of Offers assessment and therapy services for mental and emotional health Program Services issues including depression, anxiety, panic disorders and phobias, stress, grief, dementia, marital and family problems, trauma, abuse, self-esteem development and obsessive-compulsive disorders. One or several therapy services may be used in our individualized treatment plans: Comprehensive Assessment, Counseling and Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and Guided Imagery, Stress Management/Relaxation Therapy, Medication Therapy. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Inpatient Psychiatric Unit Contact Name Kimberly Welsh, MS, HSA Contact Phone 412-469-5000 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Jefferson Hospital’s Inpatient Psychiatric Unit cares for those Program Services with conditions such as clinical depression, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia. Therapies include individual, group, and family counseling; electroconvulsive therapy; occupational and recreational therapy; support groups, and 24-hour crisis intervention. Emergency psychiatric care is available 24-hours a day through the Jefferson Hospital Emergency Department. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Intensive Outpatient Program Contact Name Jodi Buzzell, LPC Manager Contact Phone 412-650-1100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 810 Clairton Blvd Suites 500/600 Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 5301 Grove Road Suite M123 Whitehall, PA 15236 Description of Consists of up to nine hours of therapy per week; treatment may Program Services include spiritual counseling, individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, recreational therapy, psychological assessment, psychiatric consultation and care, and family counseling. NOTES
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Prevention Point Pittsburgh: Prevention and Education Contact Name Aaron Arnold Contact Phone 412-247-3404 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 460 Melwood Ave Suite 205 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Description of Provides a variety of public health and harm reduction services to Program Services individuals who use substances. PPP is the only legal syringe services program, and the largest community-based distributor of naloxone in Western Pennsylvania. PPP has Community Health Advocates that work in the Jefferson area to help individuals who use substances access services, information, and supplies that improve their health and safety. Additional services include: risk reduction counseling, service navigation for substance use treatment and other services, provision of safer sex materials, wound care, medical waste disposal, and testing for HIV/Hepatitis C/STDs. NOTES
TCV Community Services: Adult Partial Services and Adult Diver- sion and Acute Stabilization (DAS) Program Contact Name Ashley Leonard Contact Phone 412-462-9901 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides partial hospitalization services to adults and short-term Program Services residential and mental health treatment for adults 18 and older. NOTES
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TCV Community Services: Drug/Alcohol Programs Contact Name Rebecca Duke-Walker Contact Phone 412-381-2100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides drug and alcohol outpatient services and DUI classes. Program Services NOTES
TCV Community Services: Intake/Service Coordination Contact Name Ruth Ann Bertolo Contact Phone 412-351-0222 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Intake line for treatment services, service coordination, and 24 hour Program Services crisis line. NOTES
TCV Community Services: Intellectual and Developmental Disabili- ty (IDD) Programs Contact Name Dawn Berardo Contact Phone 412-464-4101 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Residential housing options for individuals with intellectual and Program Services developmental disabilities. NOTES
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TCV Community Services: Mobile Mental Health & School Based Services Contact Name Stephanie Best Contact Phone 412-464-4781 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Offers mobile mental health and mobile medication services. Program Services NOTES
TCV Community Services: Outpatient Therapy Services Contact Name Candace Ross Contact Phone 412-824-8510 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Outpatient therapy services for adults, adolescents, and children. Program Services NOTES
TCV Community Services: Social Rehabilitation and Mental Health Supportive Employment Contact Name Rebekah Yohe Contact Phone 412-461-4100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Offers social rehabilitation services to adults and provides supportive Program Services employment services to adults. NOTES
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Tobacco Free Allegheny: Smoking Cessation Contact Name Tiffany Babinsack Contact Phone 412-322-8321 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 2006 Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Description of Offers resources and information on phone counseling and local Program Services smoking cessation classes. NOTES
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AIU: Adult Education Family Literacy Contact Name Clara Folino Contact Phone 412-281-4494 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address McKeesport Family Center Wander Building 339 Fifth Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Helps children develop language and literacy skills with the support Program Services of their parents or primary caregivers, who also have the opportunity to improve their own skills. This program includes the following four elements: adult education, parent education, intergenerational literacy activities, and early childhood education. NOTES
AIU: Early Intervention Services Contact Name Dr. Susan Sams Contact Phone 412-394-5816 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address In-home visiting program Description of Early intervention services for children ages 3-5 with developmental delays. Program Services Offers services and home visits at various sites in the Jefferson Region. NOTES
AIU: Family and Community Education Services - First Steps Contact Name Lori Vollman Contact Phone 412-394-5962 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Wander Building 339 Fifth Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Family-centered services addressing the needs of the child recognizing that Program Services the adults in the family are the primary decision makers. Offered to all parents of newborns who reside in the McKeesport Area School District and includes voluntary home visits during the child’s first five years. NOTES
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AIU: Family and Community Education Services - Project ELECT Contact Name Lori Vollman Contact Phone 412-394-5962 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Duquesne Education Center 300 Kennedy Avenue Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Provides pregnant and parenting teens resources to continue their Program Services education and access support services. NOTES
Allegheny County Health Dept: Clairton WIC Program Contact Name Candis Sines-Westerberg Contact Phone 412-350-3810 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 559 Miller Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Supplemental nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding and Program Services bottlefeeding women; infants; and children up to age 5. NOTES
Allegheny County Health Dept: Maternal and Child Health Programs Contact Name Johnna Perrino Contact Phone 412-247-7818 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address In-home visiting program Description of Offers a home visiting program by a registered nurse throughout Program Services pregnancy until child turns 2 years old for first-time pregnant women less than 28 weeks pregnant. Services offered in Curriculum is available in Spanish. other languages NOTES
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Allegheny County Health Dept: McKeesport WIC Program Contact Name Candis Sines-Westerberg Contact Phone 412-350-3810 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address The Wander Building 339 Fifth Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Supplemental nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding and Program Services bottlefeeding women; infants; and children up to age 5. NOTES
Auberle: GATE/Bloom Contact Name Shirley Mahone Contact Phone 412-673-5800 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Residential program for girls ages 12-20 that prepares young women Program Services to return to their home/communities with programming that provides individualized care.
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Auberle: Homebuilders Contact Name Brenda Butler-Crosby Contact Phone 412-445-7976 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of In-home intervention program providing counseling to families when Program Services a child is at-risk of being removed from his or her home. NOTES
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Auberle: Romine Shelter Program Contact Name Shirley Mahone Contact Phone 412-673-5800 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Provides emergency care for children ranging in age from infancy to Program Services 18 who are temporarily separated from their permanent home. NOTES
Auberle: SNAP (Stop Now and Plan) Prevention Program Contact Name Valerie Reinthaller Contact Phone 412-673-5856 ext. 1209 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Designed to help children ages 6-11 who are demonstrating anti- Program Services social behavior or who have come in contact with the police to effectively deal with their anger. NOTES
Auberle: Therapeutic Activities Contact Name Ralph Wagley Contact Phone 412-673-5856 ext. 1230 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Provides Adventure-Based Programming to Auberle clients and Program Services community groups. Includes beginning to be aware of setting personal limits, making healthy choices for themselves, choosing how to participate based on comfort level, respecting the choices of others and not engaging in peer-pressure. NOTES
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Best of the Batch: Summer Youth Programs and Batchpacks Program Contact Name Latasha Wilson Contact Phone 412-326-0119 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 2000 West St. Munhall, PA 15120 Description of Offers summer programs that provide skills to hundreds of local Program Services youth to develop physically and academically. Also provides the Batchpacks program which helps families face the financial challenges associated with back-to-school preparations. NOTES
Beverly’s Birthdays: Birthday Cheer Bins & Bags Contact Name Megs Yunn Contact Phone 724-590-5106 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 31 Robbins Station Road North Huntingdon, PA 15642 Description of Provides birthday presents and party supplies for children Program Services experiencing homelessness and families in-need. NOTES
Boys and Girls Club: Duquesne/West Mifflin Out-of-School Time Programs and Sports Contact Name Pat Bluett Contact Phone 412-466-8262 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 29 N 3rd Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of The center offers a variety of programs for youth including academic Program Services assistance, career readiness, financial literacy, digital literacy, technology lessons, and health and wellness. A variety of sports activities are also offered for youth: hockey, flag football, wrestling, golf, basketball, soccer and martial arts. NOTES
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Boys and Girls Club: LaRosa Out-of-School Time Programs and Sports Contact Name Jim Barry Jr. Contact Phone 412-678-7070 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 901 Ravine Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of The center offers a variety of programs for youth including academic Program Services assistance, career readiness, financial literacy, digital literacy, technology lessons, and health and wellness. A variety of sports activities are also offered for youth: hockey, flag football, wrestling, golf, basketball, soccer and martial arts. NOTES
Casa San Jose: Bridges to the Future Contact Name Sister Janice Vanderneck Contact Phone 412-343-3111 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 933 Brookline Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15226 Description of Tutoring program on Saturdays for children ages 7-14 from 10:00 Program Services AM to 2:00 PM. Provides community building, academic support, development of individual relationship to the greater Pittsburgh community, and further development of family culture. Services offered in All services offered in English and Spanish; Portuguese is available. other languages
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Center of Life: Crossover Contact Name Maurice Cole Contact Phone 412-521-3468 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 161 Hazelwood Avenue Hazelwood, PA 15207 Description of Crossover is an after-school program for K-12 youth that combines Program Services athletics and academics. Middle and high school students are also able to participate in summer leagues throughout the year. NOTES
Center of Life: Fusion Contact Name Sarah Crawshaw Contact Phone 412-521-3468 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 161 Hazelwood Avenue Hazelwood, PA 15207 Description of Fusion is an after-school tutoring and enrichment program for K-12 Program Services youth. Through this program, students get the homework help and hands-on enrichment experience to succeed at their respective schools. NOTES
Center of Life: Jazz Contact Name Ron Horton Contact Phone 412-521-3468 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 161 Hazelwood Avenue Hazelwood, PA 15207 Description of COL Jazz offers instrumental and vocal instruction for K-12 youth Program Services of all skill levels. Beginner students can participate in bucket band to learn the basics of rhythm, then progress through Combo and Ensemble bands as their musical talent and interest develops. NOTES
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Center of Life: The K.R.U.N.K Movement Contact Name Lucas Mickens Contact Phone 412-521-3468 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 161 Hazelwood Avenue Hazelwood, PA 15207 Description of The K.R.U.N.K. Movement is a hip-hop production company Program Services run by high school students. Students participate in a variety of areas: rapping, singing, songwriting, beatmaking, photography, videography, and social media. Students empower their peers with music and art related to positive physical and mental health. NOTES
Clairton Cares (Morning Star Community Services): Youth and Family Recreation Contact Name Terrence Hammons Contact Phone 412-780-6432 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 307 Shaw Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Offers a variety of youth and family recreational activities. Program Services
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COTRAIC: Early Head Start Contact Name Debbie Gallagher or Lyn Wiederstein Contact Phone 412-488-2750 412-431-4339 Contact Email [email protected] [email protected] Program Address 201 Rochelle St. Pittsburgh, PA 15210 4910 2nd Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Provides services for low income pregnant women, infants and toddlers. Program Services Also offers home visiting and child care partnership classrooms. NOTES
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Cribs for Kids, Inc.: National Infant Safe Sleep Initiative Contact Name Judith A. Bannon, Executive Director Contact Phone 412-322-5680 x 3 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5450 Second Avenue Hazelwood, PA 15207 Description of Provides infant safe sleep education and the donation of a pack and Program Services play portable crib to families in need of a safe crib. Services offered in Yes, materials in Spanish. other languages
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Every Child, Inc.: Trained Doula Program for At-Risk Moms Contact Name Holly Livingston Contact Phone 412-665-0600 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1425 Forbes Avenue, 3rd Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Enhances maternal and infant physical and mental health by offering Program Services 18 weeks of individualized support from pregnancy to postpartum delivered by individuals cross-trained as doulas and social workers. NOTES
Family Foundations: Early Head Start Contact Name Angela Bagnato Contact Phone 412-405-8459 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1900 State Route 51, Suite 4 Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Provides in-home child development and activities, early literacy Program Services development, and infant/toddler socialization. NOTES
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Family Resources: Beverly Jewel Wall Lovelace, Glen Hazel Contact Name Andrea Collington Contact Phone 412-689-9601 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 895 Johnston Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Provides out of school time programming focused on social and Program Services emotional learning for children ages 5-18 years old. Operates Monday through Friday from 3-8pm and Saturdays from 10am-3pm. The summer program operates Monday from 9am-4pm and Tuesday through Friday from 9am-5pm. NOTES
Family Resources: Beverly Jewel Wall Lovelace, Millvue Acres Contact Name Sharon Burke Contact Phone 724-987-2276 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1001 Marion Circle Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Provides out of school time programming focused on social and Program Services emotional learning for children ages 5-18 years old. Operates Monday through Friday from 3-8pm and Saturdays from 10am-3pm. The summer program operates Monday from 9am-4pm and Tuesday through Friday from 9am-5pm. NOTES
Family Resources: Beverly Jewel Wall Lovelace, Orchard Park Contact Name Sharon Burke Contact Phone 724-987-2276 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1001 Ridge Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Provides out of school time programming focused on social and Program Services emotional learning for children 5-18 years old. Operates Monday- Friday from 3-8pm and Saturdays from 10am-3pm. A summer program operates Monday from 9am-4pm and Tuesday through Friday from 9am-5pm. NOTES
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Family Support Centers Family Support Centers are community-based centers designed to provide programs and connect families with resources they need. The centers share a goal of “nurturing children, strengthening families, building communities,” and they carry out this mission through a variety of programs related to child development, positive parenting, and more. Services vary between locations but can include: home visits, parent and child activities, developmental assessments, housing information and support, referrals to community and human services, transportation, book clubs, and nutrition and wellness programs. Contact your local Family Support Center to find out what programs and resources are currently available.
Family Center/Address Contact Name/Phone Number/ Facebook Website Clairton Family Center Jawanna Warren facebook.com/Clairton-Family- Allegheny Intermediate Unit 412-233-3813 Center-293451907427204/ 734 Miller Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 aiu3.net Duquesne Family Center Jannetha (Jan) Gooden facebook.com/ Allegheny Intermediate Unit 412-466-5300 groups/465390413850860/ 300 Kennedy Ave., Rm. 3043 (Closed group) Duquesne, PA 15110 aiu3.net Duquesne Family Support Brenda Sorrentino Center 412-469-9870 Urban League of Pittsburgh 1 Library Place ulpgh.org/programs/family- Duquesne, PA 15110 support-centers/ Greater Hazelwood Family Danielle Gill Center – COTRAIC 412-904-2005 5006 2nd Ave. Hazelwood, PA 15207 cotraic.org Hilltop Family Care Kelly (Cavanaugh) Galiyas facebook.com/ Connection (Mt. Oliver) 412-432-1635 HilltopFCCParentCouncil/ Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh chp.edu/locations 1630 Arlington Ave. Mt. Oliver, PA 15210 Latino Family Center Martha Sherlock facebook.com/ Allegheny Intermediate Unit 412-325-8111 AIULatinoFamilyCenter/ 5450 Second Ave., 2nd Fl. Pittsburgh, PA 15203 aiu3.net NOTES
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Family Support Centers Family Center/Address Contact Name/Phone Number/ Facebook Website McKeesport Family Center Laura Bosnak Thompson Allegheny Intermediate Unit 412-672-6970 412-672-6972 339 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Fl. McKeesport, PA 15132 aiu3.net McKeesport First Steps Monica Hancharik Parenting Program 412-678-5130 Allegheny Intermediate Unit 339 5th Ave., 2nd Fl. aiu3.net McKeesport, PA 15132 Prospect Park Family Center Courtney Macurak facebook.com/pages/ South Hills Interfaith 412-885-0284 Prospect-Park-Family- Movement Center/116279428400719 41 Macek Dr. shimcares.org Baldwin, PA 15227 Steel Valley Family Center Holly Cherpak Allegheny Intermediate Unit 412-461-8019 304 East 8th Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 aiu3.net NOTES
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: School Backpack Programs Contact Name Katie Cariello Contact Phone 412-460-3663 x413 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address One North Linden Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Provides a bag of food for low-income students to take home for the Program Services weekend that provides 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and snacks. Operates in McKeesport, Elizabeth, and other county locations. NOTES
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Gwen’s Girls: Afterschool/Summer Camp and In-School and Community Based Services - Clairton Contact Name Tamera Stafford Contact Phone 412-779-2240 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Morning Star Community Services 307 Shaw Ave. Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Offers free afterschool program and summer camp for girls ages 8-18 Program Services in Clairton. Also, provides community education in schools and for youth groups which focuses on self-esteem, healthy relationships, and other developmentally-appropriate topics. NOTES
Human Services Center: Emerging Leaders Program Contact Name Leah O’Reilly Contact Phone 412-829-7112 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 519 Penn Avenue Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Description of Provides college and workforce readiness to low-income senior students in Program Services East Allegheny, McKeesport and West Mifflin school districts. Students explore careers through job shadowing and hands-on experience and learn the college application and financial aid process. The program is free and year round. Students mostly meet with staff during the school day. NOTES
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Human Services Center: KOOL Summer Program Contact Name Leah O’Reilly Contact Phone 412-829-7112 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 519 Penn Avenue Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Description of Provides students going into 1st-5th grade in the fall with a fun and Program Services academic summer program for 7 weeks from July-August. The program is free after a very modest application fee is paid. NOTES
Human Services Center: Project HEART Contact Name Mallory Clark Contact Phone 412-829-7112 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 519 Penn Avenue Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Description of Provides teens (ages 13-17) that are aspiring leaders to participate Program Services in an educational summer program. This program provides HIV/ AIDS education and workforce and job readiness skills in a fun and supportive environment. NOTES
Junior Achievement: Job Shadow Days, JA College/Trades Days/ JA Titan Contact Name Amanda Laichak Contact Phone 412-208-4747 X133 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5001 Centre Ave, Fl 2 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Description of Provides in-school programs focusing on job shadows, college and post- Program Services secondary visits, and critical economic and management decisions. NOTES
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Junior Achievement: K-12 In-School and After-School Programming/JA Classroom Volunteer Opportunities Contact Name Amanda Laichak Contact Phone 412-208-4747 X133 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5001 Centre Ave, Fl 2 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Description of Provides in-school and after-school programs where students learn Program Services skills in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work readiness to provide them with knowledge to be economically successful. NOTES
Kids Plus Pediatrics: New Moms’ Coffee Contact Name AJ Madar Contact Phone 412-466-5004 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 810 Clairton Boulevard Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 Description of Mothers of infants from Kids Plus Pediatrics, as well as other pediatric ser- Program Services vices, meet once a week to share time with each other and with their infants. Free to community members of Pleasant Hills, Jefferson, Clairton, Elizabeth, Belle Vernon, Brentwood, Baldwin, and all areas in the South Hills. NOTES
Kids Plus Pediatrics: Not So New Moms’ Coffee Contact Name AJ Madar Contact Phone 412-466-5004 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 810 Clairton Boulevard Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 Description of Mothers of children 6-12 months from Kids Plus Pediatrics, as well as other Program Services pediatric services, meet once a week to share time with each other and with their infants. Free to community members of Pleasant Hills, Jefferson, Clairton, Elizabeth, Belle Vernon, Brentwood, Baldwin, and all areas in the South Hills. NOTES
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Kids Plus Pediatrics: Working Moms’ Coffee Contact Name AJ Madar Contact Phone 412-466-5004 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 810 Clairton Boulevard Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 Description of Working mothers from Kids Plus Pediatrics, as well as other pediatric services, Program Services meet one evening a week to share time with each other and with their infants. Free to community members of Pleasant Hills, Jefferson, Clairton, Elizabeth, Belle Vernon, Brentwood, Baldwin, and all areas in the South Hills. NOTES
Literacy Pittsburgh (formerly Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council): Families for Learning Center Contact Name Beth Kocsis Contact Phone 412-881-6171 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1450 Maple Drive, Apt. #18 Baldwin, PA 15227 Description of Offers family literacy classes, ESL for parents, parent and early Program Services childhood education, and intergenerational literacy activities. NOTES
Melting Pot Ministries: Learning Konnections Contact Name Abednego Maloya Contact Phone 412-310-8189 ext.4 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 2624 Brandis St. South Park, PA 15129 Description of Offers a free after school and summer camp program for grades K-9 and Program Services a Teen Center for grades 9-12 to students in South Park, Bethel Park, and Baldwin-Whitehall school districts. Provides a family program designed to increase parent engagement and strengthen families. NOTES
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MUSA: Barrett and Park Afterschool Programs and Summer Day Program Contact Name Jessica John Contact Phone 412-461-1800 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1705 Maple Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides an afterschool program for youth ages 5-12 (Monday-Friday, Program Services 2:30 - 6:00pm) at Barrett and Park Elementary Schools. MUSA also provides summer programming daily from June - August , 8:00am- 5:00pm for youth ages 5-12. NOTES
MUSA: Little Lambs Early Learning Center Contact Name Nicole Fechter Contact Phone 412-461-1800 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1705 Maple Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides a Keystone STARS Level 2 certified pre-school program available Program Services for children ages 3-5 (Monday- Friday). NOTES
NurturePA Contact Name Kate Brennan Contact Phone 412-607-1597 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Jefferson Hospital 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Offers a free and confidential text-based mentoring program to new Program Services parents who deliver their baby at Jefferson Hospital. Program recruits and trains volunteer mentors from the community. NOTES
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Pleasant Hills Church: Preschool Contact Name Jill Greiner Contact Phone 412-655-2000 x136 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 199 Old Clairton Road Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 Description of Offers a pre-school program for children 3 - 5 years old, Program Services incorporating play-oriented learning and Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) guidelines. NOTES
Pleasant Hills Church: Youth Programs Contact Name Heather Uziel Contact Phone 412-655-2000 x128 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 199 Old Clairton Road Pleasant Hills, PA 15236 Description of Offers a Thursday evening program (6-8 pm) for students in 6th to Program Services 8th grades. Other youth programs are available. Please call for more information. NOTES
Saltworks Theatre Co.: Social Issue School Assemblies Contact Name Norma Alrutz Contact Phone 412-621-6150 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 569 N. Neville St. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Description of Performs plays that educate, challenge, and inspire students K-12 to make Program Services healthy choices. Issues include opioids and heroin, drugs and alcohol, bullying, character education, etc. NOTES
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SHIM: After School Program Contact Name Courtney Macurak Contact Phone 412-854-9120 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 4935 East Willock Rd. Baldwin, PA 15227 Description of Provides children in grades K-5th grade who attend Paynter Elementary School Program Services with a safe and welcoming environment to receive homework assistance, study weekly themed lessons, and complete activities in art, gym, and library. Services offered in Arabic, Karen, Nepali other languages NOTES
SHIM: Early Childhood Program Contact Name Erin Murray Contact Phone 412-892-4673 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 41 Macek Dr. Baldwin, PA 15227 Description of Promotes school readiness among primarily refugee children living in Program Services Whitehall Place and focuses on activities geared toward each child’s social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development. Services offered in Nepali other languages NOTES
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SHIM: Summer Camp Contact Name Courtney Macurak Contact Phone 412-854-9120 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 41 Macek Dr. Baldwin, PA 15227 Description of A summer camp for children in grades Pre-K-8 with activities in arts, Program Services crafts, games, group activities, and playground time. Services offered in Nepali other languages NOTES
SHIM: Youth Mentoring Program Contact Name Susie Backshieder Contact Phone 412-892-4673 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 41 Macek Dr. Baldwin, PA 15227 Description of Fosters the academic and emotional development of middle and high school Program Services students living in Whitehall Place, empowering them to graduate from high school and achieve post-high school success in college or the workplace. NOTES
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services: Child Learning Center – Monongahela Contact Name MaryAnna Pitner Contact Phone 724-684-5437 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 122 E. Main St. Monongahela, PA 15063 Description of Offers child learning services and pre-kindergarten readiness. Program Services
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Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services: Developmental Services Contact Name Mona Gutierrez Contact Phone 724-489-8096 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Baltimore House 515 Baltimore Street Belle Vernon, PA 15012 Cedar Creek 153 West McClain Belle Vernon, PA 15012 Walnut House 600 Walnut Street Monongahela, PA 15063 Mounds House 618 Ohio Street Monongahela, PA 15063 Shady House 132 Shady Avenue Belle Vernon, PA 15012 Description of Offers community living arrangements, developmental disability Program Services services, and early intervention. NOTES
TCV Community Services: Student Assistance Prevention (SAP) Program Contact Name Jim Phillips Contact Phone 412-862-5565 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1800 West Street Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Conduct screenings in schools to help students obtain behavioral Program Services health services. NOTES
TJ Arts: STArts Program Contact Name Karen Suszynski Contact Phone 412-655-0747 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 220 Orchard Ct. Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Offers grants for free lessons in the arts to students of financial need Program Services in the West Jefferson Hills School District. Applications can be viewed at www.tj-arts.org. NOTES
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Touching Families: Baby Care Bank Contact Name Tia Carter Jasimine Cooper Contact Phone 412-461-3383 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 338 East Ninth Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Serves families with infant care needs such as cribs, clothing, and Program Services diapers then matches them with resources or assists them through collected donations. NOTES
Venture Outdoors: Youth Programs Contact Name Lo Hutelmyer Contact Phone 412-255-0564 x230 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 33 Terminal Way, Suite 537A Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Offers the Youth Outdoor Recreation Program, a partnership with Program Services Venture Outdoors, schools, and after-school centers designed to get kids outside in their neighborhoods in an easy, fun and structured way. These programs are offered at little or no cost to the school and after-school centers. Also offers custom youth outings. NOTES
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Wesley Family Services: Foster Grandparent Program Contact Name Rebecca Maletto-Cornell Contact Phone 412-660-6841 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 221 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Description of Facilitates intergenerational learning and mentoring by placing Program Services volunteers who are 55+ in classrooms, as well as, community based and after-school settings to provide socialization and support to children with exceptional needs. Services are staffed by volunteers and available to programs in the Jefferson Region. NOTES
Whitehall Presbyterian Church: Food 4 Kids Contact Name Amy Ignatz Contact Phone 412-882-7973 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 4935 East Willock Road Whitehall, PA 15227 Description of The Food 4 Kids initiative helps hungry kids in the Baldwin Whitehall Program Services School District. Kindergarten and first graders in McAnulty Elementary who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch programs receive a bag every Friday that contains enough food for the student to eat meals over the weekend. NOTES
Women for a Healthy Environment: Healthy Homes and Maternal and Child Health Contact Name Hawa Mariko Contact Phone 412-404-2872 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5877 Commerce St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Description of Provides education, tools, tips and resources for creating a healthy home Program Services environment, healthy habits for mom and baby and for early childcare settings. NOTES
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WQED Multimedia: Family Creative Learning Contact Name Cathy Cook Contact Phone 412-622-1394 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 4802 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Description of PBS KIDS Family Creative Learning is a series of workshops which Program Services inlcude family dinners that engages families in a project-based creative process. The series aims to support and foster collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills among family members while empowering them to create and express themselves with media and technology and is offered in the South Hills communities. NOTES
YMCA Hilltop Y: Creator Space Contact Name Nic Jaramillo Contact Phone 412-389-4292 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 500 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Description of Empowers youth to approach challenges in the evolving social and Program Services technological landscape. Uses a problem-solving approach that builds grit, innovation, and collaboration, by applying design thinking to STEM-based maker projects. NOTES
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YMCA – Spencer Family, Hilltop, & Hazelwood: Aquatic Lessons and Youth Sports Contact Name Morgan Clifford Contact Phone 412-833-5600 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Spencer Family YMCA 305 Church Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 Hilltop YMCA 500 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Hazelwood YMCA 4713 Chatsworth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Swimming lessons and a variety of youth sports offered. Program Services NOTES
YMCA – Spencer Family, Hilltop, & Hazelwood: Ice skating lessons and Dek Hockey Contact Name Jim Lybarger Contact Phone 412-833-5600 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Spencer Family YMCA 305 Church Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 Hilltop YMCA 500 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Hazelwood YMCA 4713 Chatsworth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Offers ice skating lessons as well as dek hockey teams for children. Program Services NOTES
YMCA – Spencer Family, Hilltop, & Hazelwood: Summer Day Camps Contact Name Andy Pricener and Stephanie Reilly Contact Phone 412-833-5600 Contact Email [email protected] and [email protected] Program Address Spencer Family YMCA 305 Church Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 Hilltop YMCA 500 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Hazelwood YMCA 4713 Chatsworth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Offers an outdoor summer camp for children ages 5-15. The camp Program Services features a different theme every week. NOTES
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YMCA – Spencer Family, Hilltop, & Hazelwood: Y Guides and Princesses Contact Name Andy Pricener Contact Phone 412-833-5600 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Spencer Family YMCA 305 Church Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 Hilltop YMCA 500 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Hazelwood YMCA 4713 Chatsworth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Offers programs for father/son and father/daughter for children Program Services grades K-3. NOTES
Youth Opportunities Development: Stay Positive Clairton Contact Name Brandon Ziats Contact Phone 412-551-8077 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 282 Saint Clair Ave. Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Offers a youth leadership program serving individuals ages 8-18. Program Services Provides opportunities for community projects, workshops, field trips, and recreation. NOTES
YouthPlaces: Duquesne and McKeesport Contact Name Chad Williams Contact Phone 412-434-0851 x 104 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 938 Chestnut St. Duquesne, PA 15110 2901 Brownlee Rd. McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Provides afterschool programs for youth ages 12-18 which offer Program Services leadership development, academic support, mentoring, and recreation services in underserved communities. NOTES
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YWCA: Get Ready! Get Licensed! Advancing Quality Child Care in South Pittsburgh Contact Name Linda Broman Contact Phone 412-255-1618 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Across the Jefferson area Description of Increase access of Jefferson area low-income working parents and Program Services children to quality early childcare education by providing financial support and professional development to home daycare centers to meet federal licensing requirements enabling them to grow their quality, capacity & income. NOTES
YWCA: STEM Stars Contact Name Dawnise Kozen Contact Phone 412-365-1921 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address McKeesport Area School District - 3590 O’Neil Boulevard McKeesport, PA 15132 Propel McKeesport - 2412 Versailles Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132 Propel Homestead - 129 E 10th Ave, Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Out of school time science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) Program Services program for girls (grades 5-8). Programs offered in McKeesport School District, Propel McKeesport, and Propel Homestead. NOTES
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Adagio Health: Mon Valley Location Contact Name Blayre Holmes Contact Phone 412-253-8140 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 519 Penn Avenue Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Description of New medical office location for women’s services in Turtle Creek Program Services offering routine gynecology services, family planning, sexually transmitted infection screening and treatment, HIV screening and referrals, and pregnancy testing. NOTES
Allegheny County Health Dept: Dental McKeesport Contact Name Sandra Thompson, DMD Contact Phone 412-664-8858 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 339 Fifth Ave. McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Free preventive and basic restorative dental care for children age 1-20. Program Services
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Allegheny County Health Dept: Dental Mt. Oliver Contact Name Sandra Thompson, DMD Contact Phone 412-432-1620 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1630 Arlington Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Description of Free preventive and basic restorative dental care for children age 1-20. Program Services NOTES
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Center for Hearing & Deaf Services: Audiology Contact Name Alison Weber Contact Phone 412-281-1375 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1945 5th Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Hearing testing and hearing aid fitting and dispensing. Program Services
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Consumer Health Coalition: Community Health Workers Contact Name Katie Holler Contact Phone 412-456-1877 x207 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 415 East Ohio St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Description of Assessment and coordination of the healthcare needs of individuals Program Services and families in Clairton and the South Hills Bhutanese community. Also acts as a referral source. Services offered in Nepali. Spanish/Nepali/Access to free interpretation services other languages
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Consumer Health Coalition: Health Advocacy Contact Name Rev. SallyJo Snyder Contact Phone 412-456-1877 x 203 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 415 East Ohio St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Description of Training, education, and assistance in learning about advocacy. Program Services Addresses all topics as they impact an individual (self advocacy) or the community (systemic advocacy). NOTES
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Consumer Health Coalition: Health Insurance Assistance Contact Name Leslie Bachurski Contact Phone 412-456-1877 x 200 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 415 East Ohio St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Description of Certified, unbiased, non-affiliated navigation to select and enroll Program Services in health insurance. Also offers referrals to other human service programs. NOTES
Duquesne School of Pharmacy: Clairton Asthma Clinic Contact Name Jennifer Elliott, PharmD Contact Phone 412-396-4990 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 501 Waddell Ave Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Asthma screenings are conducted to identify children with Program Services undiagnosed and uncontrolled asthma in Clairton. School-based asthma clinic for children at Clairton Elementary School. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network Contact Name Janet O’Brien Contact Phone 412-469-5000 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of A part of Allegheny Health Network (AHN), Jefferson Hospital is a Program Services full-service inpatient facility located in Jefferson Hills that serves the South Hills of Pittsburgh, the lower Mon Valley, and surrounding communities. Featuring a medical staff of nearly 400 physicians covering more than 40 health care specialties, the hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services as well as emergency care. It features a Cardiovascular Institute, Cancer Institute, Orthopaedic Institute, Bariatric & Metabolic Institute, Women and Infants Center, Women’s Diagnostic Center, Sleep Disorders Center, and Wound Care Center among other services. Jefferson Hospital also includes the Bethel Park Health + Wellness Pavilion as well as several outpatient, primary care, and therapy sites across the South Hills and neighboring areas. Visit www.ahn.org/ locations/jefferson-hospital for more information. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Cardiac Rehabilitation Contact Name James D. (JD) Waechter Jr. MS, CEP Contact Phone 412-469-5045 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Jefferson Hospital is a Program Services comprehensive individualized exercise and education program for those individuals with known heart disease as well as those who are at risk for developing heart disease. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Community Care Network Contact Name Beth Frost, BSN, RN Contact Phone 412-469-7640 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Patients admitted more than once in a 30-day period are eligible. Each Program Services patient receives a weeky visit from a health coach in order to facilitate care between patient and provider. The program provides community resources as well as social and emotional support. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Community Outreach Contact Name Janet O’Brien Contact Phone 412-469-7100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Community Programs offers free health screening events, health education Program Services seminars, and a speaker bureau. Offers Pulmonary Awareness Group, Stroke Support Group, and Bariatric Support Group. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Diabetes and Nutritional Counseling Contact Name James D. (JD) Waechter Jr. MS, CEP Contact Phone 412-469-5045 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Individual Nutrition Counseling provides evidence-based therapeutic approach Program Services to treating medical conditions. A Certified Diabetes Educator or Registered Dietitian will develop a long-term individualized nutrition plan to improve health and quality of life. Individual Diabetes Education provides a Certified Diabetes Educator who will train individuals with one-on-one blood glucose monitoring, medication compliance and, if applicable, insulin administration. “Take Control of Your Diabetes” program teaches self-management skills which enable those with diabetes to successfully manage the disease. The program is presented in four classes per session and is taught by diabetic educators. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Diagnostic Services Contact Name Randy Hough Contact Phone 412-469-5234 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of A network of fully licensed testing facilities that are conveniently Program Services located at numerous community sites throughout western Pennsylvania. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Joint Comfort Program Contact Name Nicole Reilley Dosey DPT, CLT Contact Phone 412-469-5234 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of The Joint Comfort Program can help ease pain through exercise and Program Services nutrition education. A one-on-one evaluation performed by a physical therapist begins a four- to six-week program incorporating an aquatic and land regimen. The program will consist of exercise, flexibility, stabilization, strength, resistance, and endurance training. It also incorporates nutritional education. Requires a physician referral. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Prenatal Classes Contact Name Janet O’Brien Contact Phone 412-469-7100 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Courses designed to prepare expectant parents on the care of a Program Services newborn infant. Courses include breast feeding, newborn basics, Baby 911, big brother/big sister, and other topics. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Contact Name James D. (JD) Waechter Jr. MS, CEP Contact Phone 412-469-5045 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Jefferson Hospital is a Program Services comprehensive individualized exercise and education program for those individuals with lung disease. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Rehab Therapy Services Contact Name Nicole Reilley Dosey DPT, CLT Contact Phone 412-469-5234 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Offers many specialties such as concussion care, pelvic floor therapy, Program Services lymphedema, swallowing programs, aquatic therapy and hand therapy. Requires physician referral. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Safe Haven Contact Name Meredith Aumer MSN, RN, CPEN, NE-BC Contact Phone 412-469-5767 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of For women who are pregnant and do not feel they can care for their Program Services baby, or if they have a baby they cannot care for, they can bring the infant to the Jefferson Hospital Safe Haven. As long as the baby has not been abused, the person may drop off the baby without fear of arrest or prosecution. Drop off location is to the left of the emergency door entrance and is marked with a “Safe Haven” sign above the door. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Wig Salon Contact Name Brenda Cline, RN, MSN, CBPN-IC Contact Phone 412-469-5989 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Jefferson Hospital has established a Wig Salon through the American Cancer Program Services Society’s (ACS) Women’s Health Services initiative. The program, free to all patients, is located near Women’s Diagnostic Services at the hospital. NOTES
Pennsylvania Health Law Project Contact Name Fran Chervenak Contact Phone 412-434-5779 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 2325 E. Carson St. 1st Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Description of Offers free legal services to low income families, seniors, and persons with Program Services disabilities. PA Health Law is working in the Jefferson area with seniors and/ or caregivers of seniors who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid benefits by creating and providing tools to navigate the health and insurance systems. NOTES
Pittsburgh Mercy: Mobile Medical Unit Contact Name Receptionist for appointments Contact Phone 412-697-3260 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Pittsburgh Mercy Glen Hazel Manor 3000 Naomi Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15207-1322 The Intersection 115 7th Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Integrated physical health (primary care), behavioral health (mental Program Services health and alcohol, tobacco, and other drug) services for adults, children, and seniors. The Mobile Medical Unit travels to Glen Hazel Manor the 1st Tuesday of every month from 1pm-4pm and to The Intersection on Wednesday mornings, from 9am-12pm. Note: Schedule is subject to change. NOTES
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Squirrel Hill Health Center: Brentwood Contact Name Elisa Lucke Contact Phone 412-697-7937 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 103 Towne Square Way Brentwood, PA 15227 Description of The center offers primary care, care navigation, OB/GYN, pediatric, Program Services geriatric, behavioral health, dental, and opioid addiction treatment services. Services offered in Yes; in-person and phone-translation services are provided in over other languages 150 languages. NOTES
Wesley Family Services: APPRISE Contact Name Bill McKendree Contact Phone 412-661-1438 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 221 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Description of APPRISE is Pennsylvania’s State Health Insurance Assistance program Program Services and offers free, unbiased health-insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries. Counselors provide assistance with understanding Medicare benefits, comparing coverage options, navigating the appeals process, and applying for additional benefits to reduce costs of premiums and prescription drugs. Services are available for residents in the Jefferson Region. NOTES
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412 Food Rescue: Food Rescue and Education Contact Name Jennifer England Contact Phone 412-407-5287 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 6022 Broad St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Description of Rescues food about to go to waste and redistributes it to organizations Program Services in need. Also offers food education in the Jefferson area through a nationally recognized food education curriculum, Cooking Matters, that spans 6 weeks and is designed to teach adults, children and caregivers how to cook healthy food on a budget. NOTES
ACTION Housing: Supportive Housing Management Services Contact Name Mary T. O’Donnell Contact Phone 412-829-3910 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Dravosburg Apartments 100 Third Avenue Dravosburg PA, 15034 White Street Apartments 502 White Street McKeesport PA, 15132 McKeesport Versailles Apartments 3221 Versailles Avenue McKeesport PA 15132 McKeesport Archer Apartments 501 Archer Street McKeesport PA 15132 Ormsby Manor Apartments 113 Ormsby Avenue Pittsburgh PA, 15210 Second Baptist Senior Apartments 128 West 12th Avenue Homestead PA, 15120 16 Miller Avenue Senior Apartments 16 Miller Avenue Duquesne PA 15110 15 Miller Avenue Apartments 15 Miller Avenue Duquesne PA 15110 Description of Housing for persons with physical disabilities, with intellectual Program Services disabilities, the elderly and/or for individuals/families. NOTES
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ACTION Housing: Supportive Housing Management Services Contact Name Anne Messner Contact Phone 412-664-9168 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address McKeesport Downtown Housing 523 Sinclair St. McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Housing for Homeless, Bridge and Low Income Single Room Program Services Occupancy (SRO). NOTES
Auberle: Movin’ On Contact Name Tim Kelly Contact Phone 412-673-5856 ext. 1305 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 112 S. 3rd Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Offers transitional housing services for young men ages 16-24. Program Services Assists young men in completing their education, job search and placement, financial management, and seeking/maintaining permanent housing. NOTES
Center for Hearing & Deaf Services: Assistive Devices and Outreach Contact Name Sharon Hughes-Morris Contact Phone 412-281-1375 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1945 5th Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Education and information on hearing loss, hearing loss prevention, Program Services and assisitive devices NOTES
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Center for Hearing & Deaf Services: Sign Language Interpreting Contact Name JJ Blasco Contact Phone 412-281-1375 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1945 5th Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Sign Language interpreting and American Sign Language Classes Program Services Services offered in Yes - American Sign Language. other languages
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Center of Life: Family Engagement Contact Name Geraldine Massey Contact Phone 412-521-3468 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 161 Hazelwood Avenue Hazelwood, PA 15207 Description of The Family Engagement program at COL works with parents, Program Services guardians, and families to empower them to not only identify the resources which they need for success, but to advocate on behalf of their children and household. The Family Engagement program welcomes parents for weekly meetings where topics are created by the parents themselves. NOTES
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Clairton Cares (Morning Star Community Services) Contact Name Terrence Hammons Contact Phone 412-233-7289 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 307 Shaw Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Provides human services information, resources, and referrals to the Program Services residents of Clairton. Operates out of Morning Star Community Services. NOTES
Cribs for Kids, Inc.: Healing Hearts Infant Bereavement Resources Contact Name Andrea Wilson, Support and Education Coordinator Contact Phone 412-322-5680 x 4 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5450 Second Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Bereavement services including home visiting, parent support group Program Services meetings and private meetings.
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Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is the regional food bank serving southwestern PA and works with more than 400 community partners who ensure individuals and families have access to food assistance in their neighborhoods.
Food pantries in the Jefferson area are listed below. Generally food pantries serve individuals and families earning less than 150% of the federal poverty line. It is recommended that individuals contact the food pantry before visiting to learn what information will be needed.
If you would like more information about food pantries and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank please visit the website at www.pittsburghfoodbank.org or dial 211 to be connected to the United Way’s information and referral operators (their phones answer 24 hours a day 7 days a week).
Food Assistance Programs (All listed here are in Allegheny County) One Readshaw Way Baldwin Boro Food Pantry 412-913-4023 Gail Mikush Baldwin PA 15236 5001 Baptist Road Baldwin Community UM Church 412-882-9300 Susan Eyrolles Baldwin PA 15236 201 Chalfont Avenue Beulah Baptist Church 412-431-3320 Halcy Tann Pittsburgh PA 15210 2005 Sarah Street Brashear Association 412-431-2236 Tracy Frank Pittsburgh PA 15203 3725 Brownsville Road Brentwood Presbyterian Church 412-881-9334 Gail Williams Pittsburgh PA 15227 425 Scenery Drive Marlene Central Food Pantry of Elizabeth 412-751-6443 Elizabeth PA 15037 Bailey 938 Summit Street Christian & Missionary Alliance 412-678-1162 Nancy Mozeik McKeesport PA 15132 5th and Mitchell Clairton Emergency Food Center 412-819-6952 Billie Price Clairton, PA 15025 Cloverleaf Area Ecumenical Assistance 1 Grove Place Jackie 412-207-1657 Program Pittsburgh, PA 15236 Grachen 109 Maple Avenue Patricia Dravosburg United Methodist 412-466-0112 Dravosburg, PA 15034 Salvador
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Food Assistance Programs (All listed here are in Allegheny County) Duquesne Family Support Center Food 1 Library Place 412-469-9870 Maria Allen Pantry Duquesne, PA 15110 100 South 7th Street Duquesne Food Pantry 412-466-4744 Marsha Miller Duquesne, PA 15110 735 Bunola River Road Darlene Elizabeth Boro Food Pantry 412-384-6464 Elizabeth, PA 15037 Brown Glassport Community Outreach Food 516 Monongahela Avenue, Fl 1 Dominic 412-901-9458 Pantry Glassport, PA 15045 Muscante 1565 Washington Boulevard Nancy Good Samaritan Food Pantry 12-780-8636 Port Vue, PA 15133 Denardo 4713 Chatsworth Avenue Hazelwood YMCA Food Pantry 412-421-5648 Lisa Reihl Hazelwood, PA 15207 Henry Kaufman Center 2201 Salisbury Street 412-431-0557 Tracy Frank Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Intersection Food Pantry 115 Seventh Avenue 412-678-6948 Karen McKeesport, PA 15134 Supansic Lighthouse Memorial Christian Center 810 Fisher Street 412-431-2230 Evelyn Coles Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Lincoln Place Church of the Nazarene 1202 Muldowney Avenue 412-462-2524 Rev. Susan Hazelwood, PA 15207 Crist McKeesport Area MOW Cornell & Versailles Ave. 412-672-1998 Rose Marshall McKeesport, PA 15132 Morningstar Baptist Church Soup Shaw & Boundry Avenue 412-233-3644 Julia Simon Kitchen Clairton, PA 15025 Olivet Presbyterian Church 726 Fourth Street 412-384-7160 Jane Gieske West Elizabeth, PA 15088 Rainbow Kitchen Food Pantry & Soup 135 East 9th Avenue 412-464-1892 Renee Conte Kitchen Homestead, PA 15120 Round Hill Food Pantry 2150 Round Hill Church Road 412-754-1355 Joanne Jones Elizabeth, PA 15037 Salvation Army-McKeesport 821 Walnut Street 412-673-6627 Dawn McKeesport, PA 15132 Bornemann Salvation Army-Steel Valley 104 East Ninth Avenue 412-461-2460 Sandra Wolfe Homestead, PA 15120
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Food Assistance Programs (All listed here are in Allegheny County) Sampson Mills Cupboard Stretchers 1665 Lincoln Highway 412-678-5355 Jolene Keefer White Oak, PA 15131 Shiloh Baptist 2624 Brandis Avenue 412-831-3862 Alma Gilliam South Park, PA 15129 South Hills Assembly of God 2725 Bethel Church Road 412-835-8900 Patty Bethel Park, PA 15102 Heckman South Hills Interfaith Movement 5301 Park Avenue 412-854-9120 Molly Bethel Park, PA 15102 Patterson South Hills Interfaith Movement at 1450 Maple Drive 412-854-9120 Molly Prospect Park Pittsburgh, PA 15227 Patterson South Park Baptist Church 7189 Baptist Road 412-835-1191 Mark Bethel Park, PA 15102 LaQuatra St. John Evangelist Church 4537 Chatsworth Street 412-521-0994 Sherry Hazelwood, PA 15207 Warren St. John Vianney Food Pantry 816 Climax Street 412-381-6970 Ruth Schran Pittsburgh, PA 15210 St. Marks Food Pantry 1101 Romine Avenue 412-678-6275 David Katko Port Vue, PA 15133 St. Paul’s Monastery 148 Monastery Avenue 412-381-1188 Tom Donley Pittsburgh, PA 15203 St. Rosalia Church Food Pantry 411 Greenfield Avenue 412-421-5766 Regis Vollmer Hazelwood, PA 15207 St. Therese Parish One St. Therese Court 412-462-8161 Tina Prepelka Munhall, PA 15120 Stewart Avenue Lutheran Church 2810 Brownsville Road 412-881-4448 Vicki Murrio Pittsburgh, PA 15227 Walnut Grove Assembly of God 44 Adams Avenue 412-469-3010 Lori Kallop West Mifflin, PA 15122 Whitehall Church of Christ 215 Streets Run Road 412-884-2055 Shirley Keller Pittsburgh, PA 15236 Zion Christian Church 2019 Brownsville Road 412-886-1864 Janet Whetsell Pittsburgh, PA 15210
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Goodwill: EARN Contact Name Talise Hill Contact Phone 412-673-5300 ext 123 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 345 Fifth Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Provide case management, job search, placement and retention services Program Services to TANF clients referred by PA Department of Human Services.
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Goodwill: GED Contact Name Sharon Pasternak Contact Phone 421-632-1841 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 345 Fifth Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Free GED® preparation and basic adult education in a small classroom Program Services setting. Classes are available mornings and afternoons and are six weeks long. Classes are open to all community members of any skill level.
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Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: Green Grocer Contact Name Ehrrin Keenan Contact Phone 412-460-3663 x215 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address One North Linden Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of A mobile farmers market that is designed to travel into food desert Program Services communities to provide fresh food options. Operates in multiple communities in Allegheny County, including Clairton, Glassport, Duquesne, and Mt Oliver. NOTES
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Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: Produce to People Contact Name Ehrrin Keenan Contact Phone 412-460-3663 x215 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address One North Linden Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of A large-scale produce distribution program. Each family receives Program Services 30-40 pounds of food, mostly fresh produce. This is an additional resource to the local food pantry. People can come to as many distributions as needed and still attend the local pantry. Operates in 17 communities in SWPA, including McKeesport and Duquesne. NOTES
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: Summer Food Service Program Outreach & Education Contact Name Chris West Contact Phone 412-460-3663, ext. 307 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address One North Linden Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Provides information and support for organizations interested in Program Services becoming host sites or sponsors for summer meals. NOTES
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Outreach & Education Contact Name John Cooper Contact Phone 412-460-3663, ext. 220 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address One North Linden Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Staff available to help guide individuals through the SNAP Program Services application process over the telephone. We conduct on-site SNAP education and information sessions for groups of individuals. NOTES
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Healthy Start, Inc.: Community Education Contact Name Thelma Jackson, Director of Programs Contact Phone 412-723-1352 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 400 North Lexington Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15208 Description of Community-based education for parents and caregivers; Classes in life Program Services skills, health related topics such as safe sleep, breastfeeding and self-care; Peer support groups. NOTES
Healthy Start, Inc.: Fatherhood Initiative Contact Name Shannon Lawhorn, Fatherhood Program Manager Contact Phone 412-723-1342 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 400 North Lexington Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15208 Description of Individual home visiting and case management; Support with parenting, Program Services health education, and resource referral; Fatherhood peer support groups. NOTES
Healthy Start, Inc.: Prenatal and Postpartum Home Visiting Contact Name Patricia Glenn, Intake Contact Phone 412-723-1348 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 400 North Lexington Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15208 Description of Individual tiered home visiting and case management with a focus Program Services on pregnant women; Assistance with pregnancy and maternal health education, parenting, and breastfeeding; Screenings for health issues, mental health concerns with appropriate referrals. NOTES
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Highmark Caring Place Contact Name Terese Vorsheck Contact Phone 814-248-9256 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 620 Stanwix Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Peer support groups for children, teens and their families who have Program Services lost a family member. Consultation services for professionals working with children provided. School based grief support provided. All programs provided at no cost. NOTES
Horses with Hope: Equine Assisted Learning Contact Name Anne Davis Contact Phone 412-932-6036 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 6235 Brush Run Rd. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Description of Method for treating addictions, trauma, social and behavioral disorders, Program Services depression and more with teams made up of licensed mental health professional, equine specialist, and horses. NOTES
Horses with Hope: Therapeutic Riding Contact Name Anne Davis Contact Phone 412-932-6036 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 6235 Brush Run Rd. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Description of Certified instructors teach horsemanship skills to individuals with Program Services special needs, enhancing mental, social, and emotional health. NOTES
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Human Services Center: VITA Free Tax Prep Program Contact Name Stephanie Eson Contact Phone 412-829-7112 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 519 Penn Avenue Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Description of Provides free tax preparation for low-income individuals and families. Program Services
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Just Harvest: Fresh Access Contact Name Averyl Hall Contact Phone 412-431-8960 x 110 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 16 Terminal Way Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of The Fresh Access Program supports local area farmers and producers Program Services by enabling shoppers to use their food stamps and/or credit/debit card at the farmers’ market. Services offered in Materials offered in Nepali at the Carrick farmers’ market. other languages
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Just Harvest: Fresh Corners Contact Name Dawn Marie Smith and Kristen Hochreiter Contact Phone 412-431-8960 x122 and 412-431-8960 x121 Contact Email [email protected] and [email protected] Program Address Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Fresh Corners is a healthy corner store initiative that helps make it Program Services feasible for small businesses in underserved communities to carry fresh fruits and vegetables. A full list of participating stores is available on our website. If you would like to learn more about how to become a Fresh Corners store and the resources and support that we can provide, please call or email one of our program coordinators. NOTES
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Just Harvest: SNAP (Food Stamp) Application Assistance Contact Name Ken Munz & Food Stamp Team Contact Phone 412-431-8960 x 602 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 16 Terminal Way Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Offers eligibility screening, application assistance, and advocacy over Program Services the phone or in-person. NOTES
Morning Star Community Services (Clairton Cares): Soup Kitchen/Outreach Contact Name Sheila Walker Contact Phone 412-233-7289 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 307 Shaw Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Provides warm meals every second and fouth Saturday for the Program Services community and deliveries for shut-ins. NOTES
Rainbow Kitchen: Breakfast and Supportive Services Contact Name Lori Roadway Contact Phone 412-464-1892 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 135 E 9th Ave Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Daily hot meal served Monday - Friday, 9:30 - 10:30 AM. Open to Program Services anyone in need. Rainbow Kitchen provides food stamp eligibility screenings, nutrition and financial literacy education, etc. NOTES
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Rainbow Kitchen: Food Pantry and Case Management Contact Name Renee Conte Contact Phone 412-464-1892 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 135 E 9th Ave Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides ongoing guidance and support to clients working to achieve Program Services self-sufficiency and provides low-income residents with a 5-day supply of groceries. NOTES
Rainbow Kitchen: Kids Café Contact Name Donna Little Contact Phone 412-464-1892 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 135 E 9th Ave Homestead, PA 15120 Description of A balanced hot dinner meal is served Monday - Friday to low income Program Services children at local, participating program sites. NOTES
Round Hill Presbyterian Church: Clothes Closet Contact Name Beverly Harchelroad Contact Phone 412-384-5889 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 2150 Round Hill Church Road Elizabeth, PA 15037 Description of Provides clothing and household items to those in need in the Program Services Elizabeth, Elizabeth Township, and Forward Township communities. NOTES
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SHIM: Dollar Energy Screening Site Contact Name Molly Patterson Contact Phone 412-854-9120 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5301 Park Ave. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Description of SHIM is a screening site for the Dollar Energy utility assistance Program Services program. If utility service has been terminated, or is in threat of termination, individuals can apply to receive a one-time utility assistance grant. NOTES
SHIM: Food Pantry & Clothing Room Contact Name Molly Patterson Contact Phone 412-854-9120 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Pantries operate 2x monthly at Bethel Center (5301 Park Ave), Prospect Park (1450 Maple Dr, Whitehall and 201 Knoedler Rd, Baldwin). Clothing room is located at 5301 Park Ave only – serves all. Description of Provides non-perishible items and produce from community gardens Program Services during the growing season for families in need. The clothing room is open to everyone registered to use the food pantries to “shop” at no charge for seasonally appropriate clothing. NOTES
SHIM: Smart Investments Contact Name Corrie Yanko Contact Phone 412-854-9120 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5301 Park Ave. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Description of Provides small grants to women experiencing life-changing events like Program Services an accident, illness, domestic abuse, or unemployment. NOTES
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Sisters Place: Permanent, Sunrise Permanent, and Sisters Place Housing Programs Contact Name Patricia Wood Contact Phone 412-233-3903 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 418 Mitchell Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 Description of Provides housing and supportive services to homeless, single parent Program Services families. NOTES
Southwinds: Residential Programs Contact Name Stacey Kubala Contact Phone 412-446-1080 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Has home locations in Baldwin, Bethel Park, Elizabeth, McKeesport, and South Park. Description of Provides quality residential care and life skills training for adults with Program Services intellectual and developmental disabilities. NOTES
Touching Families: Family and Community Teaming Program Contact Name Tia Carter Darlene Hart Contact Phone 412-461-3383 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 338 East Ninth Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides families with resource connections and assists with developing Program Services a plan to address outcomes and needs. NOTES
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Touching Families: Summer Food Program Services Contact Name Tamika Stewart Carlene Parkinson Contact Phone 412-461-3383 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 338 East Ninth Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Serves to sponsor community based programs and organizations Program Services to ensure that children receive nutritious meals during the summer months. NOTES
YMCA Hazelwood: Dollar Energy Screening Site Contact Name Lisa Reihl Contact Phone 412-773-7318 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 4713 Chatsworth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Description of Provides energy assistance to individuals in need. Program Services NOTES
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AIU: Adult Education Civics & Citizenship Contact Name Clara Folino Contact Phone 412-281-4494 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 475 East Waterfront Dr. Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Learn about civic responsibilities including the rights and responsibilities of Program Services citizens in the United States. Content will help students prepare to become citizens, or increase community awareness for recently naturalized citizens. NOTES
AIU: Adult Education English As A Second Language Contact Name Clara Folino Contact Phone 412-281-4494 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 475 East Waterfront Dr. Homestead, PA 15120 Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh 1811 Brownsville Rd. Carrick, PA 15210 Description of Instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) for beginning to Program Services advanced level speakers. Classes support students who are developing skills for careers and training in the United States. NOTES
All for All Contact Name Betty Cruz Contact Phone 412-709-3418 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 305 34th St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Description of All for All connects people, organizations, and communities to actions Program Services that build a welcoming and inclusive region for all. These include: building capacity through professional development opportunities, facilitating community engagement through events that spark dialogue and action, and convening and connecting partners to increase institutional fluency around engaging our region’s immigrant population. Services offered in All for All is an advocate of language access and would work with other languages partners to translate materials and programs if necessary. NOTES
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Bhutanese Community Association of Pittsburgh: Support to Bhutanese Refugees/Immigrants Contact Name Khara Timsina Contact Phone 412-668-3197 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 4048 Brownsville Road Brentwood, PA 15227 Description of Services to immigrants/refugees from Bhutan who have difficulty Program Services navigating a new culture. Services include outreach on mental health issues, youth programs, senior programs, English as a second languge, health literacy programs, tours/recreation, and a women’s leadership program. Services offered in Yes, we offer services in Nepali. other languages NOTES
Casa San Jose: Service Coordination Contact Name Pilar Caballero & Veronica Jerkins Contact Phone 412-343-3111 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 933 Brookline Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA15226 Description of Information, referrals, and assistance to connect immigrants/refugees Program Services to needed services. Services offered in All services offered in English and Spanish; Portuguese is available. other languages
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Center for Hearing & Deaf Services: Pittsburgh Language Access Network (PLAN) Contact Name Doug Masiroff Contact Phone 412-281-1375 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1945 5th Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Foreign Language Interpreting. Male or female interpreters may be Program Services requested. Services offered in Yes, interpreters are available for 20 languages; check hdscenter.org for other languages availability. NOTES
Global Wordsmiths: The Language Access Project Contact Name Meredith Bapir Contact Phone 201-491-2570 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 6401 Penn Avenue, 3rd Flr Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Description of The Language Access Project provides language translation and Program Services interpretation to service providers for free so that immigrants and refugees with limited English proficiency can access the services provided. Services offered in Services are available in multiple languages. other languages
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JFCS: Immigration Legal Services Contact Name Jamie Englert Contact Phone 412-422-7200 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5743 Bartlett Street Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Description of Provides family-based legal immigration services to low-income Program Services immigrants and refugees. Services offered in Yes, Nepali, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Burmese, Karen, various African other languages languages. NOTES
JFCS: Immigrant Services and Connections (ISAC) Contact Name Brenda Green Contact Phone 412-422-7200 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5743 Bartlett Street Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Description of Connects immigrants and refugees to community-based human services Program Services and advocates on their behalf to ensure access to culturally competent services. Services offered in Yes, Nepali, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Burmese, Karen, various African other languages languages. NOTES
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JFCS: Refugee and Immigrant Services Contact Name Leslie Aizenman Contact Phone 412-422-7200 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5743 Bartlett Street Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Description of Resettles refugees from around the world in the Pittsburgh region Program Services by assisting with finding housing, employment and connecting to community resources. Also runs refugee and immigrant peer-led support groups. Services offered in Yes, Nepali, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Burmese, Karen, various African other languages languages. NOTES
Northern Area Multi-Service Center: Immigrant Services and Connections (ISAC) Contact Name Rebecca Johnson Contact Phone 412-781-1175 ext 2905 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address LifeSpan Knoxville Resource Center, Elder-Ado Building 320 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Phillips Recreation Center, 201 Parkfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Description of Information, referral, and service coordination services for Program Services immigrants and refugees. Immigrants living within Allegheny County’s Jefferson Communities are eligible for services. Services offered in Yes - Nepali language provided on site, but phone interpretation other languages available for other languages including Arabic, Swahili, French, Spanish, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Burmese, Dari, Russian, and others. Printed materials available in English, Spanish, Nepali, Swahili, and Arabic. NOTES
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SHIM: Immigrant Services and Connections (ISAC) Contact Name Courtney Macurak Contact Phone 412-892-4673 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 41 Macek Dr. Baldwin, PA 15227 Description of Assists refugees and immigrants in accessing existing services like Program Services shelter, education, healthcare, and legal support in Allegheny County. Services offered in Materials in Arabic, Nepali, French other languages
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Zion Christian Church: Citizenship Classes Contact Name Kara Engle Contact Phone 412-886-1864 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 2019 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Description of Teaching Citizenship to Bhutanese Refugee Seniors and others. Program Services Offered Thursdays at 5:00 pm. NOTES
Zion Christian Church: English as a Second Language (ESL) Contact Name Diane Scott Contact Phone 412-886-1864 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 2019 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 Description of Teaching ESL and Civics to Bhutanese Refugee Seniors. Offered Program Services Sunday at 10:00 am and Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Services offered in Nepali other languages NOTES
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Christ United Methodist Church: PRIME TIME Adult Care and Caregiver’s Support Contact Name Mary Ann Weber Contact Phone 412-835-6661 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 44 Highland Road Bethel Park, PA 15102 Description of Medical supervision for frail elderly, those with functional impairments Program Services and/or those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Also offers day care for elderly and informal monthly support groups for caregivers of elderly individuals. NOTES
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank: Senior Box Program Contact Name Michael Bethune Lydia Vanderhill Contact Phone 412-460-3663 x286, x285 Contact Email [email protected] [email protected] Program Address One North Linden Street Duquesne, PA 15110 Description of Commodity Supplemental Food Program (aka Senior Box program) Program Services provides a monthly box of shelf-stable food and fresh American cheese to seniors 60+ and having income within 130% of federal poverty line. Federal program administered at select food distribution sites within the Jefferson region. NOTES
Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Geriatric Assessment Program Contact Name Jessica Frederick , M.S., CCC-SLP Contact Phone 412-469-5015 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of The Geriatric Assessment Program is in-depth testing on the simple and Program Services instrumental activities of daily living to pinpoint where assistance is needed. NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Senior Services Contact Name Bethany Liput Contact Phone 412-469-7099 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 Coal Valley Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Provides Information and Referral services as well as free tax assistance Program Services and free Medicare insurance counseling (APPRISE). Offers educational services including AARP Driver Safety Classes. Senior Services is an officially designated site for Access and PAT Bus applications. NOTES
LifeSpan: Care Management Contact Name Michael Dunn Contact Phone 412-464-1300 x145 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 314 East 8th Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Coordinates in-home services, provides family caregiver support, and Program Services offers advocacy services to individuals over the age of 60 residing in Allegheny County. NOTES
LifeSpan: Home Delivered Meals Contact Name A. Sarah O’Leary 412-464-1300 x153 [email protected] Phone Number B. Jill Radakovich 412-464-1300 x133 [email protected] and Email (corresponds to list of programs below) Program Address A. LifeSpan Homestead and Clairton Home Delivered Meals 314 East 8th Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 B. LifeSpan Knoxville Home Delivered Meals 314 East 8th Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Provides Meals to individuals age 60 and over who are unable to Program Services prepare meals for themselves. NOTES
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LifeSpan: Resource Centers Contact Name A. Sami Burnsworth 412-831-7111 [email protected] Phone Number B. Kimberly Simmons 412-381-6900 [email protected] and Email (corresponds to list of C. Michelle Craven 412-664-5434 [email protected] programs below) D. Tyrone Walker 412-233-4847 [email protected] E. Jackie Prontiker 412-464-1300 x121 [email protected] F. Nancy Biddle 412-216-3169 [email protected] Program Address A. LifeSpan Services at Bethel Park Community Center 5151 Park Avenue Bethel Park, PA 15102 B. LifeSpan Knoxille Resource Center Elder-Ado Building 320 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15210 C. LifeSpan Mon-Valley Olympia Resource Center 4313 Walnut Street, Suite 370 McKeesport, PA 15132 D. LifeSpan Steel Valley Resource Center 530 Miller Avenue Clairton, PA 15025 E. LifeSpan Heritage House Resource Center 308 E. Eighth Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 F. LifeSpan Century III Mall Resource Center Level 2, Century III Mall West Mifflin, PA 15122 Description of Provides information and assistance, socialization, health and wellness Program Services services, and registration for transportation services to individuals over the age of 60. NOTES
Sisters of Mercy: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Contact Name Georgine Scarpino Contact Phone 412-422-8020 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 115 Seventh Ave. McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of A monthly support group session for grandparents with some Program Services responsibility for their grandchildren. NOTES
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TJ Arts: Classic Crooners Contact Name Karen Suszynski Contact Phone 412-655-0747 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Crooners- Atria South Hills 5300 Clairton Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15236 500 N Lewis Run Rd West Mifflin, PA 15122 Description of A free choral group for senior citizens in the South Hills. Applications Program Services can be viewed at www.tj-arts.org. NOTES
Venture Outdoors: Senior Programs Contact Name Liz Fager Contact Phone 412-255-0564 x230 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 33 Terminal Way, Suite 537A Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Description of Venture Outdoors provides outdoor recreational activities for all ages, Program Services experience levels, and interests. Activities include: kayaking, biking, hiking, fishing, geocaching, rock climbing, and more. NOTES
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Vintage: Better Choices, Better Health Contact Name Michael Smith Contact Phone 412-361-5003 ext. 108 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 421 N. Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Description of Community health workshop for adults with chronic health Program Services conditions. Sessions are held once per week, for six weeks, at various locations such as churches and libraries in the Jefferson Region. Call or email for workshop details. NOTES
Wesley Family Services: In Service of Seniors, Pittsburgh Contact Name Roberta Lisi and Kathleen McDermott Contact Phone 412-345-7420 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 221 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Description of Volunteer-based services free to seniors age 60+. Services include Program Services information and assistance, transportation, grocery shopping, friendly visiting and phone calls, help reading and sorting mail, home safety checks, and grab bar and handrail installation. Services are available for residents in the Jefferson Region. Services are not guaranteed due to limited volunteer availability. NOTES
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ACCESS: 65 Plus Contact Name Josephine Moore Contact Phone 412-562-5353 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Shared ride program for those over 65. Program Services NOTES
ACCESS: ADA Contact Name Belinda Herman Contact Phone 412-562-5353 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Service for people with disabilities who are functionally unable to use Program Services Port Authority bus service. Customer pays fare. NOTES
ACCESS: Agency Sponsors Contact Name Denise Strawoet Contact Phone 412-562-5353 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Agencies, churches, health care facilities, nursing and personal care Program Services residences can sponsor ACCESS for their participants. Discount may be available for seniors. NOTES
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ACCESS: Connections Contact Name Belinda Herman Contact Phone 412-562-5353 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Service for people with disabilities who are able to use the bus, but Program Services have no bus service available. Customer pays fare. NOTES
ACCESS: MATP Contact Name Charise Bonner Contact Phone 412-562-5353 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Service for people with medical assistance insurance traveling to a covered Program Services medical appointment. Customer pays no fare once eligibility is met. NOTES
ACCESS: OPT Contact Name Karen Seibel Contact Phone 412-562-5385 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Service for seniors over 60 to medical appointments, senior centers Program Services and grocery shopping (small co-pay). NOTES
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Jefferson Hospital/Allegheny Health Network: Outpatient Transportation Contact Name Bethany Liput Contact Phone 412-469-7099 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Jefferson Hospital 565 Coal Valley Rd. Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Free service for Jefferson Hospital patients coming to the campus for Program Services healthcare services, such as diagnostic testing, chemo and dialysis treat- ment, and cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation therapy. The outpatient transportation will be available to anyone with limited resources in either access to a vehicle, ability to drive, limited financial resources, or face challenges identifying a friend or family member to transport them. This is available in a limited zip code area. Please call for more details. NOTES
Port Authority Contact Name Belinda Herman Contact Phone 412-562-5353 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address Centre City Tower 650 Smithfield St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Description of Fixed route transit – seniors ride free and people with disabilities pay Program Services half-fare all day. NOTES
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AIU: Adult Education GED & Workforce Development Contact Name Joe Tokar Contact Phone 412-350-2249 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 475 East Waterfront Dr. Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Prepares adults to pass the GED test and earn this vital credential while Program Services gaining the essential transferable workplace and study skills. NOTES
Auberle: The Employment Institute Contact Name Rodney Prystash Contact Phone 412-673-5856 ext. 1224 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 1101 Hartman Street McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of A workforce development program offering 9 nationally and industry Program Services recognized certification programs, life-skills training, job-readiness training and work experience for youth ages 14-24.
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Goodwill: Allegheny County Jail Employment and Training Program Contact Name Mila Eggers Contact Phone 412-589-0013 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 345 Fifth Avenue McKeesport, PA 15132 Description of Job Readiness, job search, job placement, and training referrals for Program Services people who are incarcerated or who were previously incarcerated. NOTES
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Human Services Center: Supports for Success Contact Name Iris Grilho Contact Phone 412-829-7112 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 519 Penn Avenue Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Description of An intensive case management program for adults 18 and over Program Services focusing on housing, employment, and overall financial wellness. To participate, individuals must meet income eligibility, must have a goal of employment and/or education, and live within the Mon Valley. NOTES
JFCS: Career Development Center Contact Name Sarah Welch Contact Phone 412-422-7200 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5743 Bartlett Street Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Description of Provides comprehensive job search assistance to job seekers throughout Program Services Allegheny County, including one-on-one career counseling, group workshops, employer events and connections. Specializes in meeting specific needs of displaced workers, refugees/immigrants, foster youth and individuals with disabilities. Services offered in Nepali, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Burmese, Karen, various African languages. other languages NOTES
Mon Valley Initiative: Workforce & Business Development Contact Name Tracey Reaves Contact Phone 412-464-4000 x4027 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 303-305 East Eighth Avenue Homestead, PA 15120 Description of Assists unemployed and underemployed Mon Valley residents to Program Services become prepared for and able to access employment opportunities that exist in the region. NOTES
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Pittsburgh Urban Leadership Service Experience: PULSE Contact Name Chris Cooke Contact Phone 412-361-0124 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5151 Penn Avenue, 1st Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Description of PULSE invites talented university graduates to partner with Pittsburgh Program Services nonprofits for a year of service and leadership. Fellows start in September and assist nonprofits on projects, build nonprofit capacity, live in community, and grow as leaders through the experience. Services offered in Depending on language(s) spoken by Fellows other languages
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Riverside Center for Innovation: Diversity Business Resource Center Contact Name Judy McNeil Contact Phone 412-322-3272 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 700 River Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Description of Provides training, assistance and resources to MWDBE & Veteran Program Services entrepreneurs seeking information or referrals, to start, grow, maintain & sustain their businesses. NOTES
SHIM: WorkAble Contact Name Corrie Yanko Contact Phone 412-854-9120 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5301 Park Ave. Bethel Park, PA 15102 Description of Provides access to free one-on-one career counseling, workshops, Program Services career fairs, resume assistance, job searching strategies, LinkedIn training, and access to an online learning center. NOTES
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Steel Center Career & Technical Education: Workforce Development Program Contact Name Cheryl Fischetti Contact Phone 412-469-3200 ext. 2512 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 565 North Lewis Run Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025 Description of Provides both short-term and full-time vocational training which Program Services gives adults the opportunity to learn new job skills or to supplement present job skills. NOTES
Trying Together (formerly PAEYC): Quality Initiatives Contact Name Jan Sapotichne Contact Phone 412-421-3889 Contact Email [email protected] Program Address 5604 Solway Street Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Description of Focusing on early childhood professionals working in home, Program Services center, and school-based settings, we deliver professional growth opportunities both in person and online. We also provide accreditation assistance, and induction support. NOTES
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