New marketing campaign will "Open Doors to Home Visiting"
DHS completes first CSBG consumer survey
Beverly's Birthdays delivers cheer to individuals receiving DHS homeless supports
Ombudsman program advocates for rights
Benefits of Predictive Index expand beyond recruitment
Kudos: Kris Kisiday
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New marketing campaign will "Open Doors to Home Visiting"
On February 6, the Department of Human Services (DHS), in partnership with the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD), held a press conference to launch a marketing campaign encouraging families to enroll in one of the many free, voluntary home visiting programs offered in Allegheny County.
DHS completes first CSBG consumer survey
In November, DHS’s Community Service Block Grant Self-Sufficiency program initiated its first efforts to collect, analyze and report consumer satisfaction through the creation of a point-in-time survey.
Beverly's Birthdays delivers cheer to individuals receiving DHS homeless supports
For many, a birthday party or baby shower may seem like an expected treat; however, for families facing a crisis, these celebrations are often challenging, or even impossible, to arrange.
Ombudsman program advocates for rights
For adults in long-term care facilities and their family members, an ombudsman can play a key role in ensuring quality care.
Benefits of Predictive Index expand beyond recruitment
Since its unveiling in Sept. 2015, more than 318 Department of Human Services (DHS) staff members have taken the Predictive Index (PI), unlocking insight into their behavioral drives and motivating needs.
Kudos: Kris Kisiday
The Director’s Action Line (DAL) received a call from a foster mother commending Kris Kisiday, caseworker in the Office of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) North Regional Office (NRO).
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