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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Westmoreland County Human Services Fair

Westmoreland County Human Services Fair 2023

Save the Date July 13, 2023, for the Westmoreland County Human Services Fair presented by Westmoreland County Department of Human Services, 211, and the United Way.

Commissioners Meeting, Activities, Resources, Information Sessions, and more! The event will be held at the Westmoreland County Community College Campus at 10:00 AM. 

Register online or call 211 for more information. 

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

Employee Spotlight

Dr. Rachel Berger (UPMC) and Jason Ware (Westmoreland County Children's Bureau)

Congratulations to Children’s Bureau Casework Manager Jason Ware for receiving the Champion of Hope and Healing Award for his outstanding dedication and commitment to the well-being of children, at the annual UPMC Conference on Child Maltreatmen...

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Children's Bureau
Posted on: February 15, 2023

Department of Human Services in Westmoreland County Announces First Ever Coordinated Entry System

Diverse group of people with words Westmoreland County Department of Human Services Department

This Coordinated Entry System will begin with the County’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (BHDS) partnering with United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and PA 211 Southwest (211). The Base Service Unit (the entry way into ment...

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Children's Bureau
Posted on: April 7, 2020

Office Update

COVID-19 related update

Westmoreland County Children’s Bureau is an essential department that is predominately operating remotely. There are a limited number of employees on site maintaining operations.  Office is open to the public by appointment only. &n...

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Children's Bureau
Posted on: April 7, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19): How to Talk to Your Child

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Your kids are hearing about coronavirus (COVID-19). You want to make sure they get reliable information — and you want them to hear it from you. Here’s how to talk about it.Ask questions geared to your child’s age level. For ...

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