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State Departments Extend Insurance Survey Deadline, Add Spanish Option
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) and the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) have developed a survey on health insurance in the child care industry and are asking child care providers to complete it.
The Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Prevention Tactics
For some children, childhood may be marred by adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that can have a lasting impact on their lives.
PA DHS Accepting Applications for Children's Trust Fund Grants
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is accepting applications for the Children’s Trust Fund (CTF) grants.
2023 Lights On Afterschool Poster Contest Deadline Approaching
The 2023 Lights On Afterschool poster contest will close on Monday, July 10 and interested individuals must enter their submissions before the midnight deadline.
New Nationwide Report Ranks Pennsylvania 22nd in Child Well-Being
The Annie E. Casey Foundation recently released its 2023 KIDS COUNT Data Book on state trends in child well-being.
Resources for July Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.
Dr. Val Arkoosh Takes Office as Secretary of the Department of Human Services
Dr. Val Arkoosh officially became Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) on Thursday, June 29.
Allegheny County Family Resource Map Highlights Supports for Locals
The Allegheny County Family Resource Map provides caregivers of young children and other residents in Allegheny County the opportunity to locate available supports closest to them.
June Recalls on Children's Products
Parents and caregivers should be aware of several child-related product recalls made in June.