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HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant stride toward addressing the complex interplay between social conditions and health, Pennsylvania has been selected as one of nine states to participate in a …
Pennsylvania Joins National Initiative to Tackle Health-Related Social Needs Through Medicaid Read More
LANCASTER, PA — The halls of Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services (DHS) and Department of Health (DOH) are alive with hope. The Secretary of DHS, Dr. Val Arkoosh, and the …
Doula Access Expanded: A Beacon of Hope for Expecting Mothers in Pennsylvania Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a significant development for maternal and child health services in the Greater Philadelphia region, the Maternity Care Coalition (MCC), a recognized community-based nonprofit organization, has announced …
Philadelphia’s Maternity Care Coalition Expands Reproductive Health Services to Chester and Berks Counties Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Lately, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has taken an extraordinary step towards ensuring better everyday life for individuals grappling with challenges such as mental health …
Aging Gracefully in the Face of Intellectual Disabilities and Autism: A Roadmap for Pennsylvania Read More HARRISBURG, PA — In the midst of a chilling Pennsylvania winter, the subject of home heating is not just one of comfort, but of survival. The recent announcement by the …
Pennsylvanians Hold Their Breath: LIHEAP Funding Uncertainties Disrupt Winter Aid Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Scams have become an unfortunate part of our online landscape, and Pennsylvanians are not exempt. Dr. Val Arkoosh, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), …
Scam Alert: Pennsylvania Residents Warned of Fraudulent SNAP Benefit Scheme Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As the pace of life accelerates, so does the complexity of the challenges that our children and young adults face. In Pennsylvania, an interdisciplinary workgroup, the Blueprint …
Blueprint for a Brighter Future: Innovative Solutions for Pennsylvania’s Youth with Complex Needs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are being warned of a potential phishing scam seeking to steal their personal information. The Pennsylvania Department of …
Pennsylvania Officials Warn SNAP Recipients of Phishing Scam Read More
LANCASTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently unveiled a pioneering online tool, PA Navigate, aimed at bridging the gap between individuals and vital community resources. In …
PA Navigate: A Groundbreaking Tool Connecting Pennsylvanians to Essential Resources Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently announced grantees for its innovative Women’s Service Program. The initiative is set to expand accessible and inclusive healthcare services, …
Empowering Women’s Health: Pennsylvania Rolls Out Groundbreaking Service Program Read More