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Our Vision is toward a better integration of services among County departments and all Human Service entities accompanied by a strengthened customer service orientation that will best serve all of the citizens of Westmoreland County. Tab through to learn more about our programs:
| Meet the Administrator |
Area Agency on Aging staff help seniors access free health insurance counseling, our 13 Senior Centers, visitors to the homebound, legal and consumer protection services, discounted shared rides, and vision benefits. |
| Dirk Matson, Director Meet the Director |
Our Behavioral Health and Developmental Services staff provides opportunities for individuals to choose appropriate services and supports to promote quality of life and inclusion in the community. Employment assistance, Family services for the victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault, and Financial assistance with essentials like food and fuel are some of the ways we can help. Our Early Intervention Program serves families with children from birth to age three with developmental delays or disabilities. |
| Shara B Saveikis M.S.W., Executive Director Meet the Director |
The Children's Bureau protects children from abuse and neglect, preserves families whenever possible and ensures that every child under our care and supervision has a safe, stable and permanent home in which to grow. |
| Carlos Alejandre, Director Meet the Director |
At the Juvenile Detention/Shelter we provide temporary secure care for alleged delinquent or adjudicated delinquent juveniles awaiting disposition of the court, minimizing the negative effects of confinement on these minor children while also protecting the community. |
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#MeToo movement, murder of Pitt student influence Greensburg 'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes' event
Over 1,000 people gathered Saturday at Offutt Field to raise awareness about gender-based violence by participating in the annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event hosted by the Blackburn Center of Greensburg. Additional Info... -
Hundreds attend 'Very Special Prom' in Latrobe
Hundreds of people with special needs attended "A Very Special Prom" on Saturday at St. Mary's Dome near Latrobe. Additional Info... -
Teens lead forum on school safety at Westmoreland college
Two months after a Feb. 14 school shooting in Parkland, Fla., that touched off a national discussion about school safety and gun control, students from across Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties are confident ... Additional Info... -
Southwest Greensburg woman finds passion through healing with music
BY MARYANN GOGNIAT EIDEMILLER For The Bulletin--Laurie Fox always loved music and wanted to do something with it as a career. When she was in high school, her clarinet teacher asked her if she wanted to teach. No, she did not. Did she want to perform? Additional Info... -
Words matter in Legislature's Medicaid work-requirement debate
At a state budget hearing last month, the then-acting Human Services secretary, Teresa Miller, was asked a question by a legislator: “Is Medicaid health care or is Medicaid welfare?” Additional Info... -
Blind association's open house to coincide with 'National Day of Choice'
It's difficult to walk 15 feet at the Westmoreland County Blind Association without seeing a smile. Additional Info... -
Hempfield, New Ken, Pittsburgh housing projects get tax credits
Low-income housing tax credits were conditionally awarded to projects in New Kensington, Hempfield and the Pittsburgh area, the state said Thursday. Additional Info... -
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Area Agency on Aging News May/June 2018
Farmer's Market voucher info, Tools for Caregivers, Events, Elder Abuse tips, and more! Additional Info... -
Sesame Place 1st theme park designated as Certified Autism Center
Pennsylvania's Sesame Place is the first theme park in the world to receive a very important distinction. Additional Info... -
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
We invite you to join us for a six week course for family caregivers. Deadline to register is April 23, 2018. Additional Info... -
Online fundraiser in May to benefit food pantries
The Pittsburgh Foundation has scheduled a daylong, online giving event on May 1 to benefit regional food pantries and nonprofit organizations that supply them. Additional Info... -
Westmoreland overdose deaths taper off, trend could be regional
Westmoreland County Coroner Ken Bacha released the 2017 year-end statistical report Wednesday that shows the county reached the predicted overdose death tally of 193, a new record. Additional Info... -
Westmoreland food bank bulks up frozen section with new cooler, van
The Westmoreland County Food Bank last year provided more than 9 million pounds of food to about 31,000 local residents in need, with fresh produce comprising 25 percent of the total. Additional Info... -
Dads Matter program helps fathers with life, skills
New Dads Matters classes are forming now! Thomas Abare has less time to spend with his three young children since he's started a new job in shipping and receiving. But the time he does have with his daughters & son is more meaningful. Additional Info... -
Elliott Group donation funds nights at Greensburg shelter
A donation by a Jeannette company will pay for 352 nights at the Welcome Home Shelter in Greensburg. Additional Info... -
Westmoreland juvenile detention center ups capacity as school threats increase
Westmoreland County's juvenile detention center has increased its capacity by a third to accommodate an influx of teens charged with making threats against schools. The expansion comes after more than two years of planning. Additional Info... -
Westmoreland County departments seeks feedback in survey
Feedback is being sought through an online survey by the Westmoreland County Office of Behavioral Health/Developmental Services/Early Intervention. Additional Info... -
Grant helps Westmoreland Food Bank add refrigerated van
The Westmoreland County Food Bank is adding a van equipped with a refrigeration unit to its fleet, thanks to a grant from the Walmart Foundation. Additional Info... -
Reactions to ABC’s popular ‘The Good Doctor’ vary in local autism community
Already renewed for a second season, ABC’s “The Good Doctor” (10 p.m. Monday, WTAE) became a rare broadcast hit when it debuted last fall. It joined a growing number of TV series to feature characters with autism. Additional Info... -
Home buyer workshops planned in South Greensburg, Jeannette, Herminie
Workshops for prospective home buyers are planned for this month in South Greensburg and in Jeannette and Herminie next month. Additional Info... -
412 Food Rescue group pushes into 724 area code
With a $20,000 donation from Uber and thousands of pounds of food from Farm Aid 2017, Pittsburgh-based 412 Food Rescue has been able to push to the 724 area code on multiple fronts. Additional Info... -
College grants will fund sexual assault prevention programs
Several Western Pennsylvania colleges have received state grants for programs designed to reduce sexual assaults on campus. Seton Hill University & Saint Vincent College are among the awardees. Additional Info... -
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New Medicare cards come with new possible scams, Federal Trade Commission warns
Medicare will send new cards to enrollees starting in April, and the Federal Trade Commission has a few tips for how to avoid getting scammed during the process. Additional Info... -
Twilight Wish gives Westmoreland Manor resident gambling experience with slots, table games
Della Lewis wanted one more trip to the casino. But the 89-year-old South Greensburg resident stays at Westmoreland Manor, and isn't physically able to make the journey these days — so a national nonprofit brought the casino to her. Additional Info... -
Levin Furniture, others donate 125 beds to needy kids in Westmoreland County
With one donation, the waiting list for beds for abused and neglected children in Westmoreland County has been eliminated. Additional Info... -
Murrysville consumer advocate to testify before Senate committee
Mary Bach, a nationally recognized consumer advocate from Murrysville, is fond of saying, “If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam.” Additional Info... -
Westmoreland, Indiana County newborns reap college savings bonus
Parents in Westmoreland and Indiana counties might be excused if they happen to refer to their offspring born this year as bonus babies. Additional Info... -
Empty Bowl luncheon to help Westmoreland County Food Bank
Steaming bowls of soup will help nourish Westmoreland County residents struggling with hunger at the 10th annual Empty Bowl luncheon. Additional Info... -
Applications open for two Greensburg Habitat for Humanity homes
Central Westmoreland Habitat for Humanity has nearly finished repairing two houses on Jefferson Avenue in Greensburg, but the homes are still missing an important detail — residents. Additional Info... -
Summer food program looking for hosting sites
A program that serves breakfast and lunch to children during the summer months is looking for sites where the program can be hosted. Additional Info... -
Westmoreland County Community College will hold driving courses for seniors
Westmoreland County Community College's Retired and Senior Volunteer Program will host several AARP Smart Driver Course starting this spring. Additional Info... -
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