Employee Spotlight

Congratulations to Amie McKeel for receiving the 2023 Paving the Way to Educational Success Advocate Award for her outstanding contributions toward furthering the educational stability of students experiencing homelessness and for students in foster care....

Employee Spotlight

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 Maltreatment.

“Jason’s...

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

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...

Children’s Safety in a Connected World

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

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 ...