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Find instructions for using the DHS website here. Questions, concerns, complaints about a DHS service? Contact the DAL. What's happening at DHS? Connect through Facebook and Twitter.

May is Older Americans Month
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May is Older Americans Month

Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald announces seven fun events during May for older adults.

Flowering of Insight
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Flowering of Insight

Flowering of Insight is back, thanks to the initiative of several providers of services for persons with disabilities. The art exhibit is open for public viewing during May. Many works are on sale with proceeds going to the artists. View details.  

Kindergarten Registration
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Kindergarten Registration

Parents of children who are, or will soon be, five years old are encouraged to enroll their eligible children for Kindergarten.

Text4baby
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Text4baby

Text4baby is the first texting service to provide free health information to pregnant women and new moms.

DHS News Newsletter
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DHS News Newsletter

Keep up with the buzz around DHS by reading DHS News. Sign up to be on the mailing list at DHS-information@AlleghenyCounty.us.

Family Caregiver Support Program
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Family Caregiver Support Program

FCSP assists those caring for an older relative or friend who wants to live at home and needs help with daily tasks. More information.

MIPPA
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MIPPA

Through MIPPA, help is available to assist eligible low income persons to pay for extra healthcare expenses.

CYF Family Visitation Room Project
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CYF Family Visitation Room Project

Family visits should be engaging. Become part of the CYF Family Visitation Room Project.

DHS in the News

World Wide Web Icon Home care providers decry proposed state cuts
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, May 14, 2012

World Wide Web Icon Rainbow continues to shine for hungry
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, May 13, 2012

World Wide Web Icon National Council of Negro Women Legacy Awards
New Pittsburgh Courier, May 11, 2012

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