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HARRISBURG, PA — As the Open Enrollment period for 2025 progresses, the Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID), Department of Human Services (DHS), and Pennie are emphasizing the importance of exploring health insurance …
Secure Your Health: Don’t Miss Out on 2025’s Affordable Insurance Savings Through Pennie’s Open Enrollment! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has issued a warning to residents about a recent text message scam targeting recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). …
Scam Alert! SNAP Recipients Targeted in Shocking Text Scheme – Protect Your Benefits Now! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Departments of Labor & Industry (L&I) and Human Services (DHS) have once again embraced the spirit of giving with their annual donation of stuffed toys to …
Annual Toy Donation Brings Holiday Cheer to Pennsylvania Families Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Stephen DeFrank have formally opened the application period for the …
Stay Warm This Winter: Your Guide to Heating Assistance with LIHEAP Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As the November 5 General Election approaches, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is emphasizing its commitment to ensuring that voters with disabilities can fully participate …
Empowering Every Vote: PA DHS Unveils Key Resources for Disabled Voters Ahead of November Election Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently unveiled the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal, a pivotal resource aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals …
Pennsylvania’s Positive Approaches Journal Highlights Trauma-Informed Practices for Autism Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a strategic move aimed at enhancing access to critical mental health and substance use disorder services, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has revealed plans …
Pennsylvania DHS Announces Rate Increase to Bolster Behavioral Health Services for Medicaid Recipients Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has issued a Request for Applications (RFA) to identify managed care organizations that will spearhead the administration of the Children’s …
Pennsylvania Seeks Partners to Enhance Children’s Health Coverage with CHIP Program Overhaul Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a determined effort to address ongoing disparities in maternal health care, key figures from the Pennsylvania government convened Monday with members of the Black Maternal Health …
Pennsylvania Takes Bold Steps to Address Maternal Health Disparities Read More
STATE COLLEGE, PA — On Wednesday, in a concerted effort to bolster the response to mental health crises across Pennsylvania, the 2024 Statewide Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Symposium convened over …
Crisis Intervention Pioneers Recognized: Discover How CIT is Transforming Mental Health Response in Pennsylvania Read More