Government Programs
COMPASS
PA website for people who need or recieve state benefits of ANY KIND.
People need to set up an account
Call the COMPASS Helpline 1-800-692-7462 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday
APP:
myCOMPASSPA
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP )
Pennsylvania's program to provide health coverage to uninsured children and teens who are not eligible for or enrolled in Medical Assistance. Regardless of the reasons your children might not have health insurance, CHIP may be able to help you.
Apply through COMPASS:
Call the COMPASS Helpline 1-800-692-7462
between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday
APP:
myCOMPASSPA
Hello Baby Pittsburgh
This is a website from the Allegheny Department of Health with a list of supports and services for families with babies, toddlers, and pregnant women. Info on how to get free/reduced cribs, diapers, car seats and info on Gensis of Pittsburgh
WIC ( Women, Infants, Children)
The Pennsylvania Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
WIC serves the following Pennsylvania residents:
Pregnant women.
Breastfeeding women, for up to one year postpartum.
Women up to six months postpartum, who are not breastfeeding.
Infants and children under 5 years old, including foster children.
To Apply:
Call the toll-free WIC Hotline 1-800-WIC-WINS
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
The Department of Human Services (DHS) is dedicated to helping low-income families become independent while they receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. TANF is also referred to as cash assistance.
The TANF program provides money to help:
Pregnant women
Dependent children and their parents who live with them
Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
Apply through COMPASS
Call the COMPASS Helpline 1-800-692-7462
between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday
APP:
myCOMPASSPA
COMPASS Webpage
Employment and Training for TANF Recipients
If you receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, known as TANF, employment and training programs can help you go back to school or guide you on your career pathway.
Medical Assistance Transportation (MATP)
The Travelers Aid MATP program assists Allegheny County residents who receive medical assistance insurance to billable medical services. Consumers must be deemed eligible by Travelers Aid and MATP, must reside in Allegheny County and must verify all services to receive assistance. If you live in Allegheny County and are receiving Medicaid, you may be eligible for free public transportation (bus, subway, incline) ahead of time tickets, or reimbursement for your use of public transportation/private vehicle, or free door-to-door service when medically necessary via a shared ride.
Call 1-888-547-MATP (6287) Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
MATP Application for Children Younger than 18
Non Profit Organizations- Material Resources for Families with Babies and Toddlers
Angel's Place
Pittsburgh
Location: Swissvale/Northside
Mission:
Support for single parents attending school eg child care, resources
Contact:
North Side Center & Administrative Offices
Jennifer Leck, Operations Director
2615 Norwood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
P. 412.321.4447
F. 412.321.0112
Email: info@angelsplacepgh.org
Swissvale Center
Beth Banas, Executive Director
2538 Woodstock Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
P. 412.271.2229
F. 412.271.1445
Email: info@angelsplacepgh.org
Western PA Diaper Bank
The Diaper Bank has diaper distribution with partners throughout the county. Below is a list provided, please check the main diaper bank website for the most up to date info.
The Nest
Provides clothing and furniture to single mothers for children birth
to school aged (8 years).
425 East Ohio Street
Pittsburgh,PA 15212
Touching Families
Touching Families, Inc. is a private, non profit, social service partner committed to enhancing the lives of all family members. We believe in keeping children with their family, with the intent of preserving rich cultural contexts and bonds of kinship. Touching Families, Inc. was established in 2001 to support the needs of families and communities. The program many of our FIN families will need is the FACT program, which is family learning based. They also have a mobile medical unit and summer food programs for families with children.
Contact info:
35 Grant Ave
Duquesne, PA 15110
Phone: 412.461.338
Fax: 412.461.339
Email: info@touchingfamilies.org
Non Profit Organizations- Pregnancy Support
Birthright Pittsburgh
Provides the following Support to mothers:
Matarial Support:
Community Resources, such as prenatal medical care,
legal, housing and educational resources
Practical Support
Insurance Assistance
Childcare
Transportation Assistance
Job Search and Application Assistance
Parenting Support
Pregnancy Support
Free Pregnancy Tests
Adoption Information
Maternity and Baby Clothes
160 N. Craig Street, Suite 116
The Omega Building
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Local Office: 412-621-1988
24/7 chat: www.birthright.org
hope@birthrightofpittsburgh.org
Catholic Charities Pittsburgh
Roselia Pregnancy and Parenting Support Services
Catholic Charities supports women who are pregnant, possibly pregnant, and mothers and fathers with children under two years old.
one time need eg diapers/baby clothes Baby boxes –
clothing, baby supplies will deliver
1 appt - car seat fitting, pack n play safety info
longer term – pregnancy support/parenting support classes counseling
Call 412-456-6999 for general information or the county office where you live.
Allegheny County 412-456-6948
Genisis Pittsburgh
Provides pregnant women and their families with supplies, education and support.
Distribution Center:
141 N Fremont, 15202 in Bellevue, PA.
For more information call 412.766.4934 x301
Mobile Moms
Travelers Aid's first local program, Mobile Moms was designed to assist pregnant women with transportation to prenatal appointments and other related appointments. There is no residency (the program does utilize the Allegheny County Pittsburgh Regional Transit system) or income requirement, and no charges or fees.
How to apply:
Potential enrollees can inquire and apply onsite at a participating network location (please see accompanying list). If the consumer does not attend a network location, they may apply for the Mobile Moms Safety Net mail program by contacting the Travelers Aid main office at (412)281-5474.
Participating locations:
Lawrenceville Family Health Center (3937 Butler Street, Lawrenceville, PA 15201)
Magee Womens Hospital (300 Halket Street, Oakland, PA 15213)
Midwife Center (2831 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222)
Shadyside Family Health Center (5215 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, PA 15232)
West Penn Multi-Specialists - 1307 Federal Street, Northside, PA 15212
West Penn Hospital (4800 Friendship Avenue, Bloomfield, PA 15224) - Inpatient Unit, Outpatient Unit, Women's Behavioral Unit, Perinatal HOPE Program, Seasons OB-GYN
Mobile Moms Safety Net
The Mobile Moms Safety Net is designed to assist women who are experiencing difficulty in attending their prenatal appointments, but do not attend a network Mobile Moms location. All of the criteria and assistance for Mobile Moms Safety Net is the same as Mobile Moms, but will be provided through the mail. Please call (412)281-5474 to inquire or apply for Mobile Moms Safety Net.
Moblie Moms Website (Scroll to bottom for Safety Net)
Support for Women Seeking Employment
PA Women Work
PA Women Work participants address barriers they might be experiencing in their career or employment search with a helping hand to guide them every step of the way.
Services/Resources:
Job Search Assistance
Professional Mentorship
Support for New Americans
Job Re-entry Support
Contact Info:
5607 Baum Boulevard
Suite 333
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 742–4362
info@pawomenwork.org
Dress for Success Pittsburgh
The mission of Dress for Success is to help unemployed and underemployed women achieve economic independence by providing no-fee programs, development tools and professional attire to thrive in work and in life.
Services Provided:
Suiting (Providing an interview outfit)
Employment Retention Support
Career Center (Help finding employment)
Location: By Appointment Only
305 34th Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201
412.201.4204