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Allegheny County DHS Hosts Community Meetings
The sessions will focus on the Department of Human Services’ current priorities and the strategies underway to address them.
Diapers and Baby Book Distribution Event Set for Families
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, in partnership with the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank, is distributing diaper and books in the Central Baptist Church’s lower parking lot, located next to CLP – Hill District.
Continued Suspended Child Care Certification Regulations Until October 31
OCDEL has announced some child care certification regulations relating to indoor child care spaces, child growth and development reports, and school-age children continue to be suspended until October 31, 2022.
Complete the 2022 Child Care Market Rate Survey
OCDEL is asking all Pennsylvania licensed child care facilities to complete the 2022 Child Care Market Rate Survey and share information about tuition rates and the true cost of care.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline Available
The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy.
Deadline Extended: T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship for Fall 2022 Semester
Early childhood education professionals interested in attending college for the Fall 2022 semester can submit applications to receive a T.E.A.C.H. (Teacher Education And Compensation Helps) Scholarship.
June Recalls on Children's Products
Here is a list of June child-related recalls collected from the major federal agencies.
Summer Food Assistance Programs and Distribution Locations Available
Numerous organizations throughout Allegheny County are helping to feed children, as well as provide meals and groceries to local families, during the summer months.
Apply: Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) Waiting List
The Allegheny County Housing Authority will accept applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) waiting list from Tuesday, July 12, through Thursday July 14.