Partners
Allegheny County Department of Human Services
The Allegheny County Department of Human Services (DHS) is responsible for providing and administering publicly-funded human services to County residents. DHS provides a wide range of services, including services for older adults; mental health services (includes 24-hour crisis counseling); drug and alcohol services; child protective services; at-risk child development and education; emergency shelters and housing for the homeless; non-emergency medical transportation; and referrals for support coordination for individuals with a diagnosis of intellectual disability.
The Alliance for Infants and Toddlers
The Alliance For Infants and Toddlers was established in 1988 by a Federal grant to assist families of low birth weight infants. In 1992, The Alliance was chosen by Allegheny County as the Early Intervention Service Coordination Agency for families of children, ages birth to three years, who have developmental concerns.
Trying Together
Trying Together supports high-quality care and education for young children by providing advocacy, community resources, and professional growth opportunities for the needs and rights of children, their families, and the individuals who interact with them. Trying Together works regionally (in Southwestern Pennsylvania) and takes its expertise and models to statewide and national audiences.
