Allegheny Intermediate Unit/ DART Program – Support Services

This program works with families whose children may have a developmental delay. They provide an in-depth assessment aimed at identifying a child’s individual needs and to recommend and provide appropriate early intervention services.

For more information, call 412-394-5736.

 
Forbes Road Career and Technology Center

The Forbes Road Career and Technology Center provides the following services for individuals receiving public assistance:

• Job Readiness and Life Skills Training
• GED Instruction
• Reading and Math Brush Up Classes
• Basic Computer Skills Classes
• Vocational Training
• Job Placement Assistance

For more information, call 412-342-1330.

 
Wilkinsburg Family Health Center

The Health Center provides basic health care for adults and children of all ages. Services provided include:

• Pediatric and Adult Primary Care
• Immunizations
• Gynecological Care
• Obstetrics
• Drivers License Physicals
• Pre-employment Physicals
• Podiatry

A sliding fee scale is available and most insurance plans are accepted. The Health Center is located in Suite 203. For an appointment or more information, call 412-247-5216.

 
Wilkinsburg Family Support Center

Family Support is a family-focused approach to human service delivery. It is community based and has no eligibility requirements for participation. Families may choose General or Intensive Enrollment. Family support focuses on identifying and building upon family strengths. This helps people in dealing with difficult life events and setting personal goals. Family Support services are designed by and for participants.

What kinds of services are provided?
Drop-in Playroom
Crisis Nursery Respite Program
Mental Health Counseling
Literacy Activities
Substance Abuse Prevention
Transportation Services

What kinds of programs are offered?
Super Pantry Parent Council Connection
Women’s Leadership Project Cultural Events
Fresh Air Camp Arts and Crafts
Computer Classes And Fellowship

The Family Support Center is located in Suite 205. For more information or to sign up for activities, please call 412-871-7948.

 
Women, Infants and Children - WIC

WIC provides nutritious foods and information on healthy eating to eligible pregnant, breastfeeding, and post-partum women and their infants and children up to age five. Participants must a medical and income guidelines. Milk, eggs, cheese, cereals, dried beans and peas, tuna, carrots and infant formula are some of the foods provided. The program also links clients to other community services as needed.

The WIC Office is located in Suite 202. For more information, call 412-241-3860 and speak with the nutritionist.

 
Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery - POWER  

POWER provides treatment and support services for women in recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs.  POWER operates six programs at four sites, including:  POWER House, our halfway house in Swissvale; POWER NewDay Partial Hospitalization, a day treatment program located at Hosanna House; POWER Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient; POWER Connection, an intervention and recovery support program in partnership with Allegheny County’s Office of Children, Youth and Families (CYF); and POWER Reintegration for women who are incarcerated at the Allegheny County Jail and for women who are reentering the community.

POWER’s dedicated and skilled staff are committed to supporting each woman’s journey of recovery by building on her strengths and determination to live free of the burden of addiction.  We believe that our clients deserve quality care that respects and is sensitive to their unique experiences as women.  We believe that empowering women leads to healthy families and strong communities.

For more information, please visit our web site: www.power-recovery.com

 
Links to Other Resources Outside of Hosanna House, Inc.  

Educational Opportunity Center at Penn State McKeesport

 
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