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2023 Holiday Toy Programs
The holidays can be a fun, joyful time for many. However, there are families in need of extra support. Here is a list of resources for those who are experiencing financial hardship and have trouble affording or cannot afford holiday toys this year.
November Recalls on Children’s Products
Here is a list of November 2023 recalls collected from the following major federal agencies: the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Food and Drug Administration, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recalled Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches Causing High Blood Lead Levels in Children
Various recalled cinnamon apple purée and applesauce products with elevated lead levels have been reported to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Start Strong PA and OCDEL Hosting Child Care Provider Listening Session
Start Strong PA partners and the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) Deputy Secretary Shante’ Brown are hosting 13 virtual child care provider listening sessions.
Upcoming: Free Immigrant Workforce Program
Join Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) Career Services and Literacy Pittsburgh for an eight-week cohort to prepare immigrants through the job search process spanning a variety of industries.
Happening Now: Pennie 2024 Open Enrollment Period
The 2024 Open Enrollment Period for Pennie — Pennsylvania’s official health and dental insurance marketplace — is happening through January 15, 2024.
Nominations Open for the 2024 Voice for Children Award
The VOICE for Children Award is the only statewide award in Pennsylvania that recognizes early care and education professionals, who are not paid advocates, that go above and beyond their daily work in the field by being grassroots leaders through advocacy and public policy efforts.
Pennsylvania Key Streamlines the Child Development Associate Process
The Pennsylvania Key partnered with the Council for Professional Recognition to enhance the Child Development Associate (CDA) process in Pennsylvania.