PA: Family/Father Issues
Documentary on dementia in African American communities in PA
Alzheimer's disease is the eighth-leading cause of death in Pennsylvania. A documentary on the topic debuts Saturday in Pittsburgh. "Remember Me: …
PA Early Intervention programs vital for child development
A new study highlights the importance of Pennsylvania's Early Intervention program and its services for infants and toddlers at risk of developmental …
'Empowering Social Workers,' in March and beyond
Social workers are in the spotlight in March for National Professional Social Work Month. They play a crucial role in addressing society's most …
Report examines strengths, challenges of PA congregate-care settings for teens
For young people with serious behavioral health challenges, a new report showed Pennsylvania's congregate-care settings may be the best option…
Report: PA Ranks 22nd Among States in Child Well-Being
Pennsylvania ranks in the middle among states for the well-being of its children. It is 22nd overall in the new Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E…
PA Teens in Foster Care Await Outcome of 'Permanency' Bill
Backers of legislation awaiting Gov. Tom Wolf's signature said it would improve the odds of success for teens transitioning out of foster care…
Paid Leave Called "Critical" to Economic Recovery
PITTSBURGH - The COVID pandemic has shown that the lack of a paid family-leave system has devastating consequences for families, public health and …
Report: Raising Minimum Wage Good for All Pennsylvanians
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- A new report showed raising Pennsylvania's minimum wage to $15 an hour would give workers an additional $6 billion and help the …
Report Calls for Equity in Kinship Care
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- A new report highlights the advantages of kinship care for children in contact with Pennsylvania's child-welfare system, and the …
Pandemic Leaves PA Children, Families Struggling
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- A new report shows the COVID pandemic is having a big impact on the health and well-being of children and families in Pennsylvania …
PA Organizations Call for Action on COVID Relief
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- More than fifty advocacy organizations have sent a letter to Pennsylvania's congressional delegation urging immediate action on a …
Faith Leaders Launch Initiatives to Vote for Justice, Reconcile Families
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- A national organization of religious leaders is encouraging people of faith to reject the politics of fear, heal family divisions …