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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has released the latest edition of the Positive Approaches Journal, a resource dedicated to advancing support for individuals with intellectual …
Pennsylvania DHS Highlights New Research to Support Individuals with Disabilities Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A performance audit conducted by the Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General has uncovered significant shortcomings in UPMC’s management of its Community HealthChoices (CHC) contract with the …
Audit Uncovers UPMC’s Costly Errors That Left Taxpayers Losing $120,000 Read More
TORRANCE, PA — The Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh announced a new clinical training partnership between the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and Torrance State Hospital …
Transforming Rural Health Care: IUP Partners with Torrance State Hospital to Train Future Physicians Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A recent report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services names Pennsylvania as the top state in filing Medicaid fraud charges and third in securing …
Pennsylvania Cracks Down on Medicaid Fraud, Saving Millions and Protecting Your Tax Dollars Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced new measures to combat SNAP benefit fraud, including a planned text message alert to warn recipients of the …
SNAP Benefits at Risk! Pennsylvania DHS Issues Urgent Warning on Skimming Scams Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking step toward transforming behavioral health care in Pennsylvania has taken root in Harrisburg. The Shapiro Administration, continuing its commitment to improving access to mental health and …
New Crisis Center in Harrisburg: Could It Change Mental Health Care for Thousands? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently released the latest issue of its Positive Approaches Journal, emphasizing trauma-informed training to improve interactions between law enforcement and individuals …
Pennsylvania Highlights Trauma-Informed Training and Autism Resources in Latest Positive Approaches Journal Read More
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