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Early Intervention & Childcare OCDEL The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) https://www.education.pa.gov/Early%20Learning/Pages/default.aspx https://www.pa.gov/en/agencies/dhs/resources/early-learning-child-care.html OCDEL is a collaborative effort between the PA Department of Education and the PA Department of Human Services OCDEL pulls together the services under one department for ages 0-5 to help minimize the challenges of moving from Early Intervention (DHS) to Early Learning/Head Start (DOE) . Included in OCDEL is Child Care as well. Parents, schools, childcare providers, Early Intervention and Head Start programs, libraries, community organizations, and other stakeholders have joined with OCDEL to provide high-quality early childhood programs and effective family support programs to address challenges faced by families that affect school readiness and academic success. On the website, you will find information on all of the following. Child Care Providers Child Care Works Early Intervention Early Learning Standards Family Support Programs Keystone STARS OCDEL Preschool Programs Professional Development Resources Family Engagement Framework - Companion Guide for Families (PDF) Find Childcare and Early Learning Programs Competitive Grant Awardees Pre-K Counts Grants (PDF) Additional Resources Child Care Works — Subsidized Child Care Program CCW Click Here Early Intervention Resources for Families Click Here Early Intervention Services EI OCDEL Click Here Early Intervention Resources for Professionals Click Here Filing A Complaint on Child Care Facility Click Here Find a Child Care Provider /License and Inspection Reports Click Here Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program Click Here Head Start and Early Head Start Click Here Infant Early Learning Newsletters Sign Up PA KEYS Click Here Keystone Stars Rating Program for Child Care Provides in PA Click Here Local (County/Region) Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC) Pennsylvania State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) Click Here Preschool Programs Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Click Here Regional Child Development Offices OCDEL Contacts and Map Click Here The Bureau of Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) Child Care Click Here The Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) Intro Click Here The Pennsylvania State Advisory Council on Early Childhood Education and Care (SAC) OCDEL Click Here

Military Families We are committed to providing essential support to military families. Our Military Family Services program offers a wide range of resources, including help dealing with PTSD and TBI, support for drug and alcohol addiction, and resources to address the unique challenges faced by military families. We are dedicated to improving the lives of those who have served our country and their families. Addtional Resources Finances, Money and Deployment Military Click Here Hints for Medical Issues and Appointments Click Here 15 Tips for Helping Your Teenager Deal With the Difficulties of Deployment Military Click Here Free Help for Homeless Veterans Click Here Grieving the Loss of a Loved One Military Click Here Mental Health Services US Veterans Affairs Click Here Military Deployment and the Phases of Deployment Click Here Military Family Readiness System Deployment and More Click Here Military Sexual Assault Click Here Overview Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Click Here Parenting Deployment and US Military Click Here Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury TBI Click Here Resources for Military Families and Veterans Click Here Support in a Crisis and/or When You Feel Alone Military Click Here Supports for Military-Connected Students and Families in Education Click Here TIPS for Relocating/Moving with Children Military Click Here The Exceptional Family Member Program Military Click Here The New Parent Support Program Military Click Here The Pennsylvania Military Family Relief Assistance Program Click Here What are the Signs of Crisis? Military Click Here Wounded Warrior Program Click Here Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program Deployment Click Here

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder At PA Families Inc., we understand the challenges of living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). That's why we offer a range of support services that provide education, training, and a sense of community for families affected by this condition. The Pacarepartnership program provides valuable resources to parents and caregivers, while our Parent Support Group and Collaborative Support Group Calendar help to connect families. The Center for Excellence in FASD Education teaches skills for parents and teachers alike, ensuring the best possible care for those affected by FASD. Addtional Resources FASD Media Toolkit & Resources Click Here FASD UNITED (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) National Org. Click Here Families Moving Forward Program FASD Intervention, Training & Research Click Here Notes From the Navigator. FASD quarterly newsletter to provide caregivers with tips and resources Click Here "Myth busting Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders" Podcast Click Here Addiction Substance Abuse Mental Health What to do! Click Here Alcohol and brain structure across the lifespan Click Here CDC Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder FASD Click Here CDC Releases Annual Update to the Disability and Health Data System 2022 Click Here CDC Releases New Video; Obtaining Prenatal Alcohol History in a Pediatric Setting Click Here FASD Studies Birth Defects & Costs Click Here FASD Finding Help in PA; Who are you going to call? Click Here FASD Task Force PA CARE PARTNERSHIP Click Here FASD United Family Navigator Postcard Contact Info for Help! Click Here FASD United Monthly Policy Forum Meetings Click Here FASD and Sleep Disturbances Predict Anxiety Article Click Here Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Bending the Trajectory National Center for Substance Abuse and Child Welfare Click Here Functional Domains Affected By FASD: Growing Independence Of Motor Skills And Intelligence With Increasing Developmental Age Click Here NIAAA Research: FASD in Preschool-aged Children and Early Life Factors Click Here NIH FASD Heavy Prenatal Alcohol Linked to Long-term Impacts on Brain Development Click Here PA State Medical Insurance Enrollment Click Here PENNSYLVANIA Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) TASK FORCE Click Here Prenatal Substance Exposure Workshop for Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Parents Click Here Teachers' needs for an FASD-informed resource: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Click Here The Adoption & Foster Care Journey Podcasts on FASD Click Here The FASD United Weekly Roundup Email Newsletter Click Here The State Correctional Institution at Albion SCI Albion Erie County Special Needs Population Click Here

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Each episode shares real-life experiences, as told by the very people who lived them. Journey through systems that shape the lives of youth, young adults, and families living with mental health needs. All episodes of Tangled Routes are now available on Amazon, Spotify, YouTube, and Apple! Episode 3: Shavontae's Story  In this episode, Shavontae recounts her journey through the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, while battling substance abuse and mental health issues. Her experience highlights the transformative power of support systems and the importance of addressing maternal health and well-being for overall family well-being. Topics Covered: Peer Support, Community Recovery Support Services, Support for Families, Child Welfare, Maternal Health Episode 4: Meri's Story  In this episode, Meri navigates the often-unspoken complexities and challenges of the court system, as a parent of a child who is involved in the juvenile justice system. Through her experiences, we discover how education, preparation, and connection play vital roles in fostering hope for families facing similar experiences. Topics Covered: Justice System, Trauma-Informed Care, Youth Voice & Engagement, Community Recovery Support Services LEARN MORE https://nttacmentalhealth.org/nttac-tangled-routes/