FATHERS COLLABORATIVE COUNCIL OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA RESOURCE GUIDE FATHERS...We Matter ames E. Faust said, “Nobel fatherhood gives us a glimpse of the Divine.” This is the best statement that I have ever heard on the subject. What does this mean, noble fatherhood? I believe it means that being a father is indeed a vocation in God’s service, and should be Jdone with serious and fierce determination, compassion, empathy and love. This is not to say that mistakes won’t be made, and that as fathers, we don’t struggle and stumble at times; but it is to say that we will do all of these things with strength, courage, taking nothing about the responsibilities of fatherhood frivolously or lightly. There is deep, profound love and satisfaction that is gained from wearing the title of father upon one’s heart. Fathers are ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers and story-tellers. This, in and of itself, is nothing less than a divine gift and responsibility. A man doesn’t need to be flawless to be a perfect father – quite the opposite – the flawlessness is in his commitment to his family. And so it is with these words I am honored and privileged to share this resource guide with the fathers of my communities. I hope it is helpful to you on your journey as a father. Very Sincerely, Pittsburgh Office – (412) 665-5502 100 Sheridan Square, 3rd Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Ed Gainey State Representative Harrisburg Office – (717) 783-1017 24th Legislative District – Allegheny County 116 B East Wing, PO Box 202024 The Pennsylvania House of Representatives Harrisburg, PA 17120-2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS PA 2-1-1 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Allegheny Link ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 PCIT Providers in Allegheny County ..................................................................................................................... 1 Fatherhood Collaborative Council Members ........................................................................................................ 2 Re-Entry Programs ................................................................................................................................................... 4 Workforce & Career Development ......................................................................................................................... 5 Training Centers & Apprenticeship Programs ...................................................................................................... 8 Education: Early Childhood 0-5 .............................................................................................................................. 9 Education: School Age Resources ......................................................................................................................... 10 Education: Adult GED/ESL Education Resources .............................................................................................. 11 Mental Health Services ........................................................................................................................................... 11 Drug and Alcohol .................................................................................................................................................... 13 Health Clinic Services ............................................................................................................................................. 15 Utility Assistance ..................................................................................................................................................... 16 Special Needs ........................................................................................................................................................... 18 Clothing .................................................................................................................................................................... 18 Food Banks ............................................................................................................................................................... 21 Housing – DHS ........................................................................................................................................................ 22 Legal Contacts .......................................................................................................................................................... 25 Shelters ...................................................................................................................................................................... 27 Utilities ...................................................................................................................................................................... 29 PA 2-1-1 • PCIT Connecting People With The Help They Need PA 2-1-1 Southwest is a FREE resource and information hub that connects people with community, health and disaster services in 11 counties through a free, 24/7 confidential phone service and this website. Need Help? http://pa211sw.org/ 2-1-1 is here to help you. Text your ZIP code to 898-211. Email: [email protected] Phone: Dial 2-1-1 • Check our help page if you aren’t able to get through to 2-1-1. Allegheny Link The mission of the Allegheny Link is to simplify and streamline access to services and supports in an effort to help individuals and families maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life. The Allegheny Link provides a wide array of services to Allegheny County residents: with a disability • over the age of 60 with or without a disability who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness • professionals in the human services systems Contact: 866-730-2368 • Website: http://www.alleghenycounty.us/Human-Services/About/Contact/Allegheny-Link.aspx PCIT Providers in Allegheny County (Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) The Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) is in the process of constructing additional PCIT playrooms within strategically located, secure, non-stigmatizing environments. These existing Family Support Centers, funded by the DHS Office of Children, Youthh and Families (OCYF), are not only more inviting than mental health clinics, but are locations that are already a valued part of the communities they serve. Each of the following sites have been paired with a PCIT provider. Duquesne Family Support Center • PCIT: Family Resources of PA REFERRAL PROCESS 849 Braddock Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104 • 412-273-4614 Make a direct referral to the provider Braddock Family Care Connection • PCIT: Family Resources of PA of the family’s choice. One Library Place, Duquesne, PA 15110 • 412-469-9870 • Be sure to select PCIT from the Service Hazelwood Family Support Center • PCIT: Wesley Spectrum Services Tree in order to docuement the referral. 5066 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 • 412-488-2751 • Hilltop Family Care Connection • PCIT: WPIC – Matilda Theiss The provider will do an assessment 1630 Arlington Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15210 • 412-432-1638 to confirm elegibility. • Providence Family Support Center • PCIT: Wesley Spectrum Services health service by CCBHO and 3113 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 • 412-766-6730 private insurance. Fathers Collaborative Council of Western Pennsylvania Resource Guide 1 Fatherhood Collaborative Council Members Allegheny Intermediate Unit (AIU) Responsible Fatherhood Program* Service Area: Allegheny County Larry Klinger – 412-394-5955, [email protected] Mike Smith – 412-771-6817, [email protected] Art Johnson – 412-924-1701, [email protected] Jeanette Casciato/Head Start – 412-394-4594, [email protected] The AIU Responsiblle Fatherhood Program works through a variety of family centers and early childhood programs including Head Start. The program is designed to support fathers as they overcome parental and employment challenges. By providing the fathers with different opportunities and experiences, the program equips them to become more self-sufficient and nurturing. Our program focuses on economic self-sufficiency, healthy development of children and effective parenting. www.aiu3.net Allegheny Family Network – Father Involved Now* Service Area: Allegheny County George J. Fleming – 412-246-2030, ext. 116, [email protected] The Allegheny Family Network helps empower, promote and support fathers in being positive role models for their children. www.alleghenyfamilynetwork.org Children, Youth & Families’ DADS Program* Service Area: Allegheny County – www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/DADS/aspx Jerry D. Harvey – 412-350-2824, jerryd.harvey@ allghenycounty.uss Al Martin – 412-402-8612, [email protected] The DADS Support Group Program assists fathers whose children are involved in the state’s child welfare system. The program helps dads understand the child welfare system, helping them to be reunited with their children. www.alleghenycounty.us Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh – Family Care Connection Service Area: Braddock, Hilltop (Mt. Oliver), Lawrenceville, Rankin, Turtle Creek John M. Burwell – Office: 412-273-4610, ext. 402, Direct: 412-273-6452, [email protected] Encourages men to become better fathers and husbands by having a positive impact on the health