Intensive Prevention Services

Intensive Prevention Services is an early intervention program for children and adolescents ages 10-17 years old who demonstrate high risk behaviors or at risk behaviors. This site based program provides after school programming, community service opportunities, mentoring, recreational activities, work preparation programs, social and emotional skills building, and family therapy.Address: 2700 N. 17th Street, Suite 200 Lehigh Pavilion Philadelphia, PA 19132
Phone number: 215-940-0550. https://www.paan1989.org/

Suicide and Crisis Intervention

24-hour hotline- 215-686-4420

Uplift Center For Grieving Children

Uplift Center for Grieving Children offers free therapeutic grief groups led by Master’s-level clinicians who provide trauma-responsive and healing-centered support. Groups allow youth and families to express their grief through non-judgmental discussions, creative activities,
grounding techniques, and other forms of therapeutic support. All grief services are free for youth, grades K-12th, and their caregivers, regardless of immigration status, and do not require insurance. All sign-ups are through Uplift’s Philly HopeLine, a help line that offers grief support and community resources by Uplift clinicians. 1-833-PHL-HOPE (1-833-745-4673). www.upliftphilly.org.

Help Teens Quit Smoking

Info on helping teens quit smoking.
teen.smokefree.gov

Covenant House (Homeless Youth)

Covenant House Pennsylvania operates a 51-bed Crisis Center that provides emergency shelter and a host of support services through our Open Intake Policy. Any youth under the age of 21 in need of a place to stay is admitted, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 31 East Armat Street-call 215-951-5411
www.covenanthousepa.org

Jr. Music Exec Program

The Junior Music Executive Program is an entertainment industry based initiative created to encourage high school students to go to school, graduate, and be successful by exposing them to careers in the music business.
http://www.jrmusicexec.com/

TeenHealth.Fx

TeenHealthFX.com is your online resource for any and all questions regarding your health, your relationships, your body and your sexuality
www.teenhealthfx.com

The Attic Youth Center

Provides a wide range of services to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender youth in Philadelphia- 255 S. 16 th Street- 215-545-4331
www.atticyouthcenter.org

Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN)-Summer Jobs and Year Round Internships

PYN helps Teens connect with jobs and job training especially during summer months. 12- 24 years old. 400 Market St.
Suite 200 Call 267-502-3800 and ask for listing of jobs/internships or go to https://www.pyninc.org/workready-summer
For more info on PYN click here www.pyninc.org

Youth Programs from the City of Phila

Summer camps, employment and educational opportunities for Philly’s youth from K-12th grade.

Kids – https://www.phila.gov/programs/playitsafephl/for-kids/

Teens – https://www.phila.gov/programs/playitsafephl/for-teens/

Families – https://www.phila.gov/programs/playitsafephl/for-families/

Volunteer Match

Match your interests with volunteer activities in your neighborhood. Go to website below.
www.volunteermatch.org/

Do Something

Do something is a teen/young adult website where people learn, listen, speak, vote, volunteer, ask, and take action to make the world a better place. Dozens of volunteer, fundraising, and important national and international issues are featured on this site. Sign up and DO SOMETHING!
www.dosomething.org

YES- Youth Empowerment Services

YES’ year-round open entry program combines enticing media and art activities with proven counseling models, accelerated high school programs, GED preparatory classes and job-readiness training. Call 215.769.0340 for info.
www.yesphilly.org

PHEAA (PA Higher Education Assistance Agency)

A one-stop resource to help students meet their academic, financial aid, and career planning needs- 1-800-692-7392
www.pheaa.org

Take Control Philly

Info on sexually transmitted infections, how to protect yourself and FREE CONDOMS!! throughout the city or mailed to you. Great website below that also has a resource guide that lists resources in Philly that helps teens be safe and successful.
www.takecontrolphilly.org

Access Matters Information Hotline

The Council’s mission is to ensure access to high quality, comprehensive, reproductive and related health and prevention services, including info on abortions, to primarily low-income individuals and families. Free clinics throughout the city. Call (215) 985-2600 for info or text “AskItMatters” to 66746 http://accessmatters.org

Youth Health Empowerment Project (Y-HEP)

An inclusive, trauma-informed, gender affirming approach to healthcare for adolescents and young adults (ages 13-26), providing access to comprehensive primary care, sexual and reproductive health services, integrated behavioral health, PrEP, and other relevant social services. Our mission is to improve health outcomes and expand healthcare access, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. 1207 Chestnut Street, 5th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107 IG: @yhephealthcenter
215-344-1632 Fax: 215-309-1131 yhep@fight.org https://fight.org/programs/y-hep-health-center/

Planned Parenthood of SE PA

The mission of Planned Parenthood is to protect and enhance reproductive freedom and to increase access to reproductive health care. Provides birth control; prenatal care; STD screens; and sexual health education- 1144 Locust Street- 215-351-5500 other locations, click https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center

Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia

Through the United Way, Girls, Inc. is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of girls through advocacy education and direct services including one to one mentoring relationships. Offers after school programs, family strengthening programs, SCOH services, and mentoring- 1901 S. 9th St. Suite 602 Philadelphia, PA 19148– 215-735-7775
https://girlsincpa-nj.org/

Caring People Alliance

This is a comprehensive, community-based human service agency, that includes the following programs for teens: Boys and Girls Club; after-school programs; summer camps; and recreation programs West Philadelphia – 215-386-4075 North Philadelphia – 215-763-0900 South Philadelphia – 215-218-0800
www.caringpeoplealliance.org

Action Wellness

Non-profit, community based social service organization which provides professional, individualized care to people with HIV/AIDs in Philadelphia- 1216 Arch Street, 6 th Floor 215-981-0088
www.actionwellness.org

AIDS Hotline

Provides info on AIDs/HIV and STDs, family planning- 215-985-AIDS

Bebashi

Bebashi – Transition to Hope is a Philadelphia nonprofit with a mission is to empower people to enhance the quality of their health and overall well-being by providing access to high quality healthcare, health education, and social services. 4101 Woodland Ave., Philadelphia. PA 19104. 215-769-3561. Bebashi.org

Check Out After School Programs and Education Handout as well!!

GEAR UP

Helps with college preparation and awareness to students in low-income communities. Starts in 6th or 7th grade and goes through high school- 215-400-4130 or email collegeandcareer@philasd.org
https://www.philasd.org/collegeandcareer/#fundfuture

Office of Postsecondary Readiness

School District of Philadelphia’s Office provides resources and guidance to Philadelphia’s students to pursue their dreams. Provides resources on college preparation and career development- 440 N Broad Street, 2^nd Floor, Portal A- call 215-400-4130.
https://www.philasd.org/collegeandcareer/

The Ellis Trust: Grants and Scholarships for High School Girls Residing in Philadelphia

The Ellis Trust provides financial assistance for school needs, extracurricular programs, summer camps and/or high school tuition for high-achieving girls in grades 9-12 who reside in Philadelphia. Eligible girls are from single parent families who meet federal reduced lunch income eligibility guidelines. Call 215-790-1666, ext 442 with questions.
www.ellistrust.org

Philadelphia Futures

Philadelphia Futures prepares students from low-income families to enter and succeed in college by providing mentoring, academic enrichment, college guidance and financial incentives. Also publishes Step Up to College, a guide to the college and financial aid application processes that is distributed to all high school students; the Guide also is available free of charge on request.- 230 S. Broad St, 7th Fl-215-790-1666
https://heights.org/

Young Scholars High School Program

The University of Pennsylvania’s College of General Studies offers a special opportunity for academically exceptional local junior and senior high school students to take college courses with Penn students and earn full college credit-call 215-746-2309.
www.sas.upenn.edu

College Access Program (Philadelphia Education Fund)

We work with 9th through 12th grade students attending one of PEF’s partner schools. Not just the highest achieving students, but all who apply. If you are considering becoming a student at one of these schools, contact us to learn more about completing a College Access Program application. (Frankford High School, Horace Furness High School, John Bartram High School, Kensington High School for Creative & Performing Arts, Olney Charter High School, Roxborough High School) 215-665-1400
https://philaedfund.org/programs/college-career-resources/college-access-program/

Philly Goes to College

Great info on steps necessary to get into college from 9th grade to adulthood. Call 215-655-1400 or email phillygoes2college@philaedfund.org for more info or go to site below.
http://phillygoes2college.org/

CollegeBoard

Search for info on colleges, how to pay for college, and how to prepare. Go to website below.
www.collegeboard.com

CORE Philadelphia Scholarships

Offers up to $2,000 for graduating high school seniors to help pay first year college expenses. Call 267-764-9880 or go to website to start application
www.corescholars.org

College Scholarships in Philadelphia

Click links below for more info:

Drexel University Liberty Scholars
University of Pennsylvania U.of PA Programs
Temple University Temple Scholarships
Grants: https://sfs.temple.edu/financial-aid-types/grants
Villanova University Presidential Scholars
Philadelphia Foundation Listings of Scholarships
The Urban League Community Scholarships

Khan Academy

Free educational videos to help understand your school work.
www.khanacademy.org

Gateway to College

Gateway to College at Community College of Philadelphia is a scholarship program for School District of Philadelphia students, ages of 16-21, who have dropped out of school but have a desire to get back on track and earn a high school diploma and college credits. Please call 215.751.8404 or email gateway@ccp.edu for additional information.
https://www.ccp.edu/degrees-programs/all-academic-offerings/middle-and-high-school-student-programs/gateway-college

School District of Phila. Re-Engagement Center

A one stop shopping resource center to help students reenroll in diploma or GED programs. Call 215-400-6700 or visit the center at 440 North Broad Street Suite 1013 9am-3pm M-F appointment request link here
https://www.philasd.org/backontrack/#reengagecenter
Listing of Options

Career Builder.com

Careerbuilder.com has an online listing of jobs in the Philadelphia area. Type in Philadelphia, PA and what type of job you are looking for and SEARCH..
www.careerbuilder.com

Programs Employing People

Programs Employing People is a nonprofit corporation providing a full range of vocational, employment, day training and educational opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. 1200 South Broad Street 215-952-4260
www.pepservices.org

Philadelphia Unemployment Project

Job clubs; assistance with mortgage and rent; health care; and unemployment claims. 112 North Broad Street, 11th Floor
. Call 215-557-0822.
www.philaup.org

The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians

The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians serves immigrants and refugees in the Philadelphia area.
Services include:
1) Job placement and employment assistance
2) Social service information and referral
3) Free monthly legal clinics (second Tuesday of every month, 3-5:30pm)
4) Advice and resources for small business owners.
1617 JFK Blvd., Suite 555 215-557-2626
www.welcomingcenter.org

City of Phila Summer Internship Program

The ‘Summer in the City’ High School Internship Program is a paid six-week internship. Students will spend 16-hours per week in an internship with a City department or office and an additional four hours each Friday in workplace skill and leadership development. Must be 16 years old. Call 267-502-3742 for info or go to website.
www.phila.gov/experiencephila/highschool.html

City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources

Immediate openings in wide variety of occupations- 215-686-0880 or hrhelpdesk@phila.gov
www.phila.gov/personnel

Federal Job Information Center

Complete listing of current Federal job opportunities on the web.
www.usajobs.opm.gov

Americorps

Work program that helps pay for college- 800-942-2677
https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/americorps-programs

City Year Philadelphia

City Year Philadelphia is a division of Americorps. City Year brings together young adults from diverse backgrounds for a demanding year of full-time community service, leadership development, and civic engagement. United in their desire to serve, these young leaders invest their talents and energy to solve critical problems in their communities, engage volunteers, and make a positive difference in the lives of others- 2221 Chestnut Street, 2nd Fl- 215-988-2118.
www.cityyear.org

Phila. Workforce Development Corp.

Free assistance with training, resumes, and job placement. 1617 JFK Blvd, 13th Fl Call 215-963-2100.
http://www.philaworks.org

Career Link

This web based resource helps potential employees with job readiness with resume advise, listings of jobs, and providing job search workshops. Several locations in Philadelphia. Go to “search for service locations” at the bottom of the home page to Find Your Local Office
www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline

Free Library Job and Career Center

The Workplace is the Free Library’s job and career information center. It provides library users with current information on changing careers, job search techniques, and emerging employment fields. Call 215-686-5436 for info
https://libwww.freelibrary.org/explore/tag/490

Monster.com Jobs

Online listings of thousands of jobs in the region and nationwide. Click on link below, type in the zip code where you want to work, and check out the listings.
https://www.monster.com/

Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Program at CHOP

This program assesses the developmental, behavioral and health needs of children and adults with Down Syndrome. Also, they can coordinate community resources for families affected by Down as well as referral to parent support groups. Call 267-426-5283.
www.chop.edu

Logisticare (now ModivCare) Medical Transportation

Logisticare provides transportation services for children with special health care needs or ANY child who receives medical assistance and Medicaid. Call at least 7 days in advance and up to 30 days in advance to schedule a pick-up- 877-835-7412 or download the app on the website for easy appointment scheduling
https://member.modivcare.com/en/login

PA Assistive Technology Foundation

The Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) is a non-profit organization that provides low-interest loans to people with disabilities and older adults so that they can buy the assistive technology devices and services they need. Call 484-674-0506.
http://www.patf.us/

Assistive Technology Resources- TechOWL

See links below for info on assistive telecommunications (free phones and other technology) for eligible persons. 800-204-7428 email TechOWL@temple.edu Click here techowlpa.org

PA Elks Home Service Program

Consultation with Special Needs program to assist with: home care and equiptment; finding adaptive clothing and toys; and getting advise on educational and treatment issues. Call 814-475-2554.
www.paelks.com/files/Homeserv.htm and www.paelkshomeservice.org

Katie’s Komets

Katie’s Komets is a co-ed wheelchair basketball team for youth with lower limb impairments from Philadelphia and surrounding areas. Our athletes have varying disabilities, yet they all find a common purpose and a home within our community and each other. Email: info@katieskomets.org or website http://katieskomets.org/

Special Olympics of Philadelphia

Many sports for children with special needs. 2900 Southhampton Road. Call 215-671-5069 for info.
Also runs Special Olympics Young Athletes Programs for kids 2-7 years old. Click here for details.
www.specialolympicspa.org/

Easter Seals

Dozens of Programs throughout Philadelphia and SE PA for children with Special Health Care Needs. Call 215-879-1000 or go to website for info.
http://sepa.easterseals.com

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania

Links families and friends of children with special needs, provides technical assistance, training- 1-888-727-2706 www.parenttoparent.org

Philadelphia Dept. of Education Special Ed. Consult Line

1-800-879-2301 (Voice/TTY/TDD) Help for families and advocates of children with special needs about: Special Education Regulations, School Related Concerns, and Procedural Safeguards. https://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/Special%20Education/Complaints/Pages/ConsultLine.aspx

Office of Specialized Services of the School District of Phila.

The Office of Specialized Services (OSS) is committed to the educational, social, physical, and emotional well being of students within the School District of Philadelphia. The OSS provides comprehensive special education, behavioral health, school health, and prevention/intervention programs. 215-400-4170
https://www.philasd.org/specializedservices/

CONNECT Early Intervention Hotline

Information and referral services to parents of children with disabilities who are less then 3 years old- 800-692-7288

COMHAR (Community Organization of Mental Health and Retardation)

Helps people of all ages and cultures in the community who have developmental disabilities, mental health concerns, physical limitations and other challenges- Children’s Service at 3825 Whitaker Ave- (215) 203-3000
www.comhar.org

Vision for Equality

Mission is to assist and empower people with disabilities and their families to seek quality and satisfaction in their lives as well as equal access to supports and services. 718 Arch Street. Call 215-923-3349.

www.visionforequality.org

The SPARC of Philadelphia

Dedicated to ensuring that each person with intellectual disability will reach his/her potential and exercise his/her right to choose where and how to live- 2350 W. Westmoreland St.- 215-229-4550
sparcphilly.org

Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)

State agency that helps people with disabilities help themselves to prepare for, start, and maintain a career- 444 N. Third Street- 215-560-1900 https://www.pa.gov/services/dli/apply-for-vocational-rehabilitation-services

Frankie’s World Day Care

Frankie’s World is a daycare for children with special healthcare needs. We provide skilled nursing care, OT, PT, and speech therapy for children that qualify ages infants through 8 years. Transportation is also provided for children that require it. 1011 Poplar Street. Call 215-763-0151.
www.frankiesworld.com

Lauren’s House

Lauren’s House is a loving, caring Center for Special Needs Children.
Lauren’s House is a licensed Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center (PPECC) by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 3 locations: North Philly 888-340-9430; and Coatsville 877-589-0854; Lauren’s House is a brand new state of the art center, operated by professional personnel with years of pediatric experience. Call 888-340-9430
https://www.pediatrichomeservice.com/services/ppec-services/

Aveanna Healthcare – Wyncote Pediatric Day Health Care Center

Pediatria (Now Aveanna) Healthcare for Kids Day Health program is a day health center for special needs children from birth to age 8. Bus transportation is provided. Hours of operation are 6:30AM – 6:30PM, Monday through Friday. We set ourselves apart from others with our age appropriate classrooms, therapy gym, and both indoor/outdoor play areas. Meals are provided. Call 215-376-6801 for info. 8101 Washington Lane Wyncote, PA 19095. https://www.aveanna.com/locations/316/wyncote-pennsylvania-19095/

Special Smiles Ltd.

Dental care for children with special needs. 2301 E. Allegheny Avenue Suite 120 Philadelphia, PA 19134 19134 267-639-6250
www.specialsmilesltd.com

HUNE (Hispanos Unidos Para Ninos Excepcionales)

HUNE provides free bilingual English and Spanish training, technical assistance and individual assistance to parents of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities and to professionals who work with children. 2215 N American Street Call 215-425-6203.
huneinc.org

Education Law Center

Promoting fairness and quality education in the public school system, and helping families understand and enforce their legal rights, from prompt early intervention services, children whose native language is not English, and children with disabilities- 1800 JFK Boulevard, Suite 1900-A Philadelphia, PA 19103 – 215-238-6970
www.elc-pa.org

Disabilities Rights Network of PA

Hotline to answer most questions concerning: special education, health, early intervention and the rights of a child or adult with special needs. Call 215-238-8070 for info.
https://www.disabilityrightspa.org/

Legal Clinic for the Disabled Children’s Health Initiative

Helping low-income families of children with disabilities resolve health care coverage issues. Provides FREE legal services on a variety of issues, including the Medical Assistance grievance process. Call 215-587-3158. https://lcdphila.org/

CHADD (Children and Adults with ADD)

The nation’s leading non-profit organization for children and adults affected by ADD/ADHD. Visit www.chadd.org, call 301-306-7070, or email customer_service@chadd.org to find resources in your area. Call 866-200-8098 M-F 1-5 pm to speak with an ADHD specialist

The Center for Autism

Specialized intensive training for autistic children-

4601 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19139

2801 Grant Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19114-1007
215-878-3400

www.thecenterforautism.org
Brochure

The Autism Society of America

The Autism Society of America, Greater Philadelphia Chapter was established in 1977 by a dedicated group of parents with a strong desire to band together and be a united voice to represent individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and spread awareness. 610-358-5256, email autismsocietyphila@verizon.net
http://www.asaphilly.org/

The Center for Autism Research (CAR)

The CAR at CHOP/UPenn is looking for the causes of autism spectrum disorders and is developing new treatments for children and adults with autism. We study infants who have a brother or sister already diagnosed with autism. We also have research studies for toddlers, school-aged children, and adults. Families who take part in our research studies receive evaluation reports and are paid for their time and travel costs. Call 1-866-570-6524.
www.research.chop.edu/center-for-autism-research

Variety Philadelphia

Variety Philadelphia has several programs for children with special needs and autism including: after school programs and camps; autism resources; and medical equipment. 2950 Potshop Road Worcester, PA 19490 Call 610-584-4366 for info
www.varietyphila.org

Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund

The Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund is a non-medical resource center that provides advocacy, education, information, and financial assistance for needs not covered by insurance to families caring for terminally, critically, and chronically ill, severely disabled, or seriously injured children. Call 215-643-0763 for info.
www.dolanfund.org

National Center for Learning Disabilities

NCLD works every day to make meaningful change for individuals with learning and attention issues. Find out more about our work by calling (301) 966-2234, emailing info@ncld.org, or visiting www.ncld.org/what-we-do/

National Down Syndrome Society

NDSS is committed to providing individuals with Down syndrome, their families, caregivers, and the public with information to support them from birth to end of life. Through events, videos, publications, and our website, NDSS provides free resources on a variety of topics including health, wellness, education, employment, adulthood and aging, financial wellness and information for new and expectant parents. 800-221-4602 www.ndss.org

Social Security Dept.

A child might be eligible for 3 types of Social security benefits-
Social Security Dependents Benefits (SSDI)- for children of disabled or deceased parents
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)- benefits are payable to children under 18 years old who have disabilities (an impairment that is as severe as one that would keep an adult from doing any ‘substantial work for at least one year’, i.e. a disability that limits the child’s ability to do things and behave in the way that children of similar age group do.), and limited resources.
Medical Assistance- government funded health program (Medical Assistance and Medicaid are the same thing)-automatic for patients with severe impairments regardless of parental income. – 800-772-1213
https://www.ssa.gov/

The Special Kids Network

A free, statewide service for families with children who have special needs. They will connect parents with resources and support services in their communities, including: advocacy; home health; legal rights; support groups; summer camps; therapies; medical equipment; MA questions; private schools and more- Hours M-F 8:30-4pm-800-986-4550
https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/programs/Special%20Kids%20Network/Pages/Special%20Kids%20Network.aspx

Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN)

A division of the Phila. Dept. of Public Health; Maternal, Child&Family Health Division. This unit can help both families and professionals who are looking for help in navigating the sometimes complex systems that address the needs of CSHCN (birth-21) in the Philadelphia area- call 215-685-5232
www.phila.gov/health/mcfh/specialNeeds.html

After 4pm-Eliza Shirley House

Offers 24 hour emergency housing. MUST go through homeless services first – 1320 Arch Street-215-568-5111.

HopePHL (formerly PEC)

Large homeless shelter for mother/children-HopePHL provides transitional and permanent supportive housing to families experiencing homelessness who are referred by the Office of Homeless Services, especially families fleeing domestic violence. 325 N. 39 th Street-267-720-4673
https://www.hopephl.org/family-housing.html

Gaudenzia, Inc.

6-9 month substance abuse treatment for homeless women and children- 610-239-9600 24/7 Treatment and Referral Helpline: 833-976-4357
www.gaudenzia.org

Youth Emergency Shelter- HopePHL

HopePHL offers several Youth Emergency Services to assist youth ages 9-17 who are housing insecure, or who face a risk of child abuse or neglect Call 215-787-0633.
https://www.hopephl.org/youth-emergency-service.html

Covenant House (Homeless Youth)

Office of Homeless Services

City-run office that helps with the assessment and placement of homeless families into city funded homeless programs. 1401 JFK Blvd. 10th Floor- (215) 686-7175 -open 8am-5pm. Also, Homeless hotline: 215-232-1984. Philly Vets Home Coalition Hotline: 215-923-2600 . Philly Vets Home Coalition Hotline: 215-923-8387. http://philadelphiaofficeofhomelessservices.org/. OSH Brochure

Car Seat Checklist

Click below for car seat guidelines.
Click here

Lead and Healthy Homes Program (LHHP)

Providing information, referral, and training to promote healthy homes and prevent lead poisoning.
Working with families, homeowners, and landlords to reduce lead hazards in homes.
Providing home inspection and remediation to eligible families.
Enforcing lead laws and regulations in collaboration with the Philadelphia Law Department
Call 215-685-2788 for info

https://www.phila.gov/programs/lead-and-healthy-homes-program/
FREE Lead Inspection and possible repairs to pregnant families, families with newborns and those under 6 years old.

Poison Control Center

The mission of the center is to reduce the number of accidents, severity of injuries, the number of deaths, and the healthcare costs associated with poison exposures- 800-222-1222
http://www.chop.edu/service/poison-control-center/
Resources

Cribs for Kids

Cribs for Kids provides free portable cribs for needy families in Philadelphia. It is run by the Maternity Care Coalition and works to help reduce infant deaths due to SIDS and improper sleep environments. Families who are unable to purchase a crib receive a free portable crib, crib sheet, and training on proper sleep environments. 215-989-3589
maternitycarecoalition.org/cribs-for-kids

Quit Line

Pennsylvania’s Free Quitline, 1-877-724-1090, is offered as a partnership between the Pennsylvania Department of Health and the American Cancer Society. Based on state-of-the art techniques in smoking cessation, the service provides counseling and structured assistance for individuals who are committed to quitting.
https://www.phila.gov/services/mental-physical-health/get-health-care-and-support/get-help-quitting-tobacco/

Quit Smoking Resources

Fax Referral for Providers

Smoke Detector Hotline and Kids Zone

Philadelphia Fire Department’s Smoke Detector Hotline for FREE smoke detectors- call 311 Also click below for their Home Fire Safety Checklist and go to the website for fire safety activities for children.
www.phila.gov/fire/
Home Fire Safety Checklist

Safety Center at CHOP

Buy low cost safety products (some free) and pick up free injury prevention information in the P1 level of the Buerger Building at 3500 Civic Center Blvd. Call 267-426-5000 for info.
Click here

Educating Communities for Parenting

Provides a wide variety of Power to Parent workshops for parents including teen mothers and fathers. Classes consist of year long school based programs, 12 week sessions, and assorted short term workshops. Programs focus on helping both parents and their children achieve their full potential. All services are provided free of charge. For information call 215-496-9780 X 203
www.ecparenting.org

The Lighthouse

Program that seeks to empower young mothers 13-21 years old with the skills necessary to compete in the workforce- GED prep., money skills- 152 West Lehigh Ave.- 215-425-7800, ext 309. https://www.lighthouse1893.org/

Postpartum Mood Disorders Resource List

Find expert help for postpartum depression, baby blues and support In Philadelphia. Click below.
Click here for resources
Spanish

Depression After Delivery, Inc.

A national organization that provides support for women with postpartum depression or mood disorders associated with pregnancy- The PSI HelpLine: Call 1-800-944-4773 (#1 En Español or #2 English) or text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (EN) (text en Español: 971-203-7773)
www.postpartum.net/
Local Resources click here
Click here for great handout for moms

ACOG Postpartum Depression Information

Informative info from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) on Postpartum Depression and its treatment .https://www.acog.org/patient-resources/faqs/labor-delivery-and-postpartum-care/postpartum-depression

Safe Haven

If mother is not ready to keep a baby under 28 days old, and if baby unharmed, parent can take child to any hospital in Pennsylvania and parent won’t get in trouble. Child youth agency will find a family for the baby-Confidential Toll-Free Hotline: 1-866-921-7233 https://www.pa.gov/en/agencies/dhs/resources/secret-safe.html

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

Click below for scale
Click Here

Maternity Care Coalition Breastfeeding and Community Doula Program

Free breastfeeding support and community doula (labor support) services for women and families. Doulas provide culturally-connected support to women and families during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the weeks after birth. Breastfeeding support is provided by Certified Lactation Counselors (CLCs). Services available in English and Spanish. 215-972-0700
maternitycarecoalition.org/breastfeeding

WIC Breastfeeding Program

WIC knows that breast feeding is one of the best things you can do for your baby. Call 1-800-743-3300 for information on breast feeding or breast milk.
https://northwic.org/wic/

Breast Feeding Resource Center

This is a Nonprofit center staffed by Board Certified Lactation Consultants to address breastfeeding problems. Appts. necessary, sliding scale used to determine payment. 1355 Old York Road, Suite 101. 215-572-8044
www.breastfeedingresourcecenter.org

Phila Dept of Health Breast Feeding Promotion Division

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is involved in breastfeeding promotion in many ways including publishing thier annual Philadelphia Breastfeeding Resource Handbook.
https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/breastfeeding-and-chestfeeding
Click here for breastfeeding plans in multiple languages

Benefits of Breastfeeding

Click here for Benefits of Breastfeeding

Breast Feeding Library

Click below for info on breast feeding your infant.
https://www.ameda.com/education

MOMobile Healthy Families America (Maternity Care Coalition)

MOMobile HFA supports families from pregnancy through age 3 by providing in-home case management, family support, and health education. Community health workers link pregnant women and their families to prenatal care, health care, behavioral health services, early intervention services, and other community resources. Services in Spanish and English. 267-773-5130
https://maternitycarecoalition.org/services/home-visiting

Nurse-Family Partnership

Nurse Family Partnership is a nurse home visiting program for women having their first baby. The Nurse-Family Partnership provides regular home visits with a registered nurse during pregnancy, these visits continue until the baby is two years old. To qualify, participants must be having their first baby, be no more than 28 weeks pregnant, want to participate, live in Philadelphia, and meet the income requirements. There is no cost for the program. Program goals are as follows: improve pregnancy outcomes, improve child health and development, improve families’ economic self-sufficiency. Our program services all Philadelphia zip codes. To enroll in the program, please call 215-287-2114 or text: 844-637-6667
www.nursefamilypartnership.org/

Early Head Start

A child development and family support program for pregnant women living in Philadelphia and families with children less then 3 years old. Provides weekly parent-child interaction in the family’s home, play groups twice a month, and info on health and nutrition. Click below to find one close to you.
www.ehsnrc.org/index.htm

ELECT Teen Parent Program

ELECT (Education Leading to Employment Career Training) Teen Parent Classrooms help pregnant and parenting teens finish their high school education and plan for college and/or employment after high-school. The ELECT staff provides academic and social service support, case management, home visits and group activities. For more information call 215-400-4250 or ELECTinfo@philasd.org

ELECT Flyer

https://www.philasd.org/face/#parentingstudentservice
ELECT Referral Form

Community Resources For Asthma Obesity Dental Smoking Cessation Reproductive Health And More!!!!

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Healthy Weight Program of CHOP

The Healthy Weight Clinic is a clinic for children ages 2 – 18 who are overweight or obese. Our goal is to provide a complete assessment of obesity-related illnesses; help organize care with medical specialists; and provide weight management using a family-based approach. Call 267-426-2782 for info.

www.chop.edu/service/healthy-weight-program/home.html

5 Steps to Healthy Living

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Healthy Weight Tool Kits

Tool Kits to keep families healthy. From the Healthy Weight program at CHOP. See link below.
http://www.chop.edu/health-resources/healthy-weight-toolkit

Protect Your Babies Teeth Handout

Click here for handout

Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Dental Program

No cost, quality dental care for your child 1-13 years old. Eligible if have no dental insurance or Medicaid insured. Call 215-427-8877 for more information. Click for appt https://towerhealth.org/ronald-mcdonald-care-mobile-dental-program

Philadelphia County Dental Society

Assists Philadelphia residents by answering questions about dental care and providing referrals to dentists in caller?s area- 215-925-6050
www.philcodent.org

PA Dental Association

Get info on dental care, finding a free or low cost dentist , and more. https://www.padental.org/PDA22/ContentAreas/Public/Public_Main.aspx

Access Matters Information Hotline

The mission is to ensure access to high quality, comprehensive, reproductive and related health and prevention services to primarily low-income individuals and families. Free clinics throughout the city. Call (215) 985-2600 for info or text “AskItMatters” to 66746 http://accessmatters.org/

Take Control Philly

Need to Know text information from CHOICE

To find a clinic for free birth control, STD testing, and counseling on sexual health information, just text askchoice to 66746. It’s that easy.

Action Wellness

AIDS Hotline

Provides info on AIDs/HIV and STDs, family planning- 215-985-AIDS

Smokefree Teen

Info on helping teens quit smoking.
teen.smokefree.gov
Click here for QuitStart free app to help teen quit- https://teen.smokefree.gov/become-smokefree/quitstart-app

Sickle Cell Disease Association

Provides non-medical supportive services, resources, and assistance to persons affected by Sickle Cell Disease and Trait- 5070 Parkside Ave, Suite 1404- 215-471-8686
www.sicklecelldisorder.com

Food Allergy Network

Great resource for families that are affected by food allergies. Call 800-929-4040 or visit their website.
www.foodallergy.org

Allergy and Asthma Network Mother’s of Asthmatics

Great resources for families with allergies and asthma.
http://www.breatherville.org/

CAPP (Community Asthma Prevention Program)

Offers free asthma classes (5 sessions with free asthma products at each session) and home asthma interventions for more severe asthmatics- targets West and North Philadelphia residents- 3535 Market Street Suite 1018 – 215-590-5261.
www.chop.edu/capp

We Can!

A national resource for parents and kids to help children 8-13 years old stay at a healthy weight. Go to link below.
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/obesity/wecan/

American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Weight Site

Great site from the AAP for families, providers, and the community. Click here for resources

Health Partners/YMCA Partnership/Weight Watchers

Free YMCA membership and other fitness centers for HP members under 18 years old. See attached or search for participating centers here https://www.healthpartnersplans.com/fitness

Pennsylvania Prison Society

Helps families of parents who are incarcerated in PA prisons- has low cost busing. 230 S. Broad Street, Suite 605-215-564-4775 www.prisonsociety.org

Uplift Center For Grieving Children

Uplift Center for Grieving Children provides free peer support groups to children ages 5-18 and their caregivers who have experienced the death of someone close to them. Uplift helps children grieving a death heal and grow through their grief, while strengthening families, communities, and professionals’ understanding of how best to respond to their needs. Peer support groups are located in various locations across the city and within schools and community groups. The main location is 3300 Henry Ave, Suite 102, Phone number 267-437-3123. www.upliftphilly.org
FREE Support Group info as well here

Bereavement Support Services

Free bereavement support services are available for people grieving the loss of a loved one in Philadelphia. To get support, call the MEO bereavement counselors at (215) 685-7408 or (215) 685-7411 during regular business hours and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For sudden, unexpected deaths of most Philadelphia infants, children, and teens, the MEO offers counseling by phone or in your home. To learn more, call (215) 685-7402. https://www.phila.gov/services/mental-physical-health/get-bereavement-support/

After the Injury

Website to help children recover from physical and emotional injury and trauma.
www.aftertheinjury.org/

Sickle Cell Disease Association

Provides non-medical supportive services, resources, and assistance to persons affected by Sickle Cell Disease and Trait- 5070 Parkside Avenue, Suite 1404, 4th Floor- (215) 471-8686
www.sicklecelldisorder.com

CAPP (Community Asthma Prevention Program)

Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund

Affordable Connectivity Program: Free or Low-Cost Internet

Get Xfinity Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus at no cost when you qualify for and enroll in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Qualifying households can still sign up for Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus for an affordable monthly price. Go to https://www.xfinity.com/learn/internet-service/internet-essentials#amieligible to find more info and see if you’re eligible.
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Philadelphia County Dental Society

Assists Philadelphia residents by answering questions about dental care and providing referrals to dentists in caller?s area- 215-925-6050
www.philcodent.org/home

Philadelphia Family Pride (PFP)

PFP offers family-centered social events, support groups, parenting workshops, educational forums, information and resource referrals, and advocacy on behalf of LGBTQ families in the Greater Philadelphia region. info@phillyfamilypride.org
philadelphiafamilypride.org

Logisticare Medical Transportation

Logisticare provides transportation services for children with special health care needs or ANY child who recieves medical assistance and Medicaid. Call at least 3 days in advance and up to 30 days in advance to schedule a pick-up- 877-835-7412.
www.logisticare.com/
Click here for more information on Medical Transportation

United Way of Southeastern PA 2-1-1

Directs parents to appropriate agencies in their neighborhoods to help with issues that affect families including: children services; health services; housing; employment; and nutrition
Just dial 211.
www.211sepa.org

Catholic Social Services, Family Services Division

Committed to preserving and nurturing family life through preventative, rehabilitative and support services-trained social workers work with families to individualize care– 267-331-2490 helpline.
www.css-phl.org

Episcopal Community Services

Provides services for; after school and summer camp programs; and advocacy for families- 225 South Third St.- 215-351-1400
www.ecsphilly.org

Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia

Provides help with evaluations, testing, adoption and foster care info- 1-866-532-7669
www.jfcsphilly.org

Caring People Alliance (CPA)

Healthy Start Programs

Helps families actively engage in, and benefit from health related services- Healthy Start offers support services such as childcare, housing, career and personal development, medical risk assessments and transportation through partnerships with hospitals, social workers, and nurses, working directly with families-North Philadelphia- 215-685-2457, West and Southwest 215-386-1298
http://www.phila.gov/Health

Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance

A Family Strengthening Program that offers various parent support groups, foster parent support groups, support groups for grandparents, incarcerated parents, parents with children in placement. While in meetings children participate in various children’s programs in the same location- Also helps parents who have had a complaint issued against them through DHS know their rights and obligations they have- 800-448-4906
http://www.pa-fsa.org

Grands as Parents, Inc

Assists and supports grandparents and non-parents raising their kids. Services mostly NorthCentral Philly. Call 215-236-5848 for info 2234 Woodstock St. Email: grandsasparents1@gapsnow.org or https://gapsnow.org/

Parent Action Network

The Philadelphia Dept. of Human Services prevention program that offers: free support groups for parents, teens, children and information for parents as well as referrals– 215-PARENTS

CORA Services

This agency mostly serving families in the North East, provides a variety of services for families- 8540 Verree Road- 215-342-7660
www.coraservices.org

Educating Communities for Parenting

Turning Points for Children

Offers 12 week parenting and support programs for: Teens; Adult Parents and Caregivers. Also has Families and Schools Together Program (FAST) and Personalized Support Services (Pre-ARS). Call 215-875-8200 for info.
www.turningpointsforchildren.org

DHS Parenting Collaborative

The DHS Parenting Collaborative Referral connects parents to parenting education programs. We accept referrals from providers, DHS, and parents. If needed, some parenting agencies provide, tokens, transportation, meals, and childcare. Please call 215-825-8259 https://www.phila.gov/media/20170926145741/Parenting-Collaborative_classes-2017-phmc-doc.pdf PCreferrals@phmc.org

Focus On Fathers

Brings together fathers and other men caring for their children in peer groups, outings, and educational workshops- Centre Square East, 1500 Market Street, 14th Floor. – 267.765.2361
https://focusonfathers.phmc.org/

Youth Violence Reduction Partnership (YVRP)

YVRP is a hands-on, anti-violence collaboration in which Youth Workers are assigned to high-risk youth to protect them from becoming perpetrators or victims of violence. AVRP addresses the needs of these youth.

Call 215-940-0550 NOW for more information or to refer a youth in need.
https://www.paan1989.org/

COMPASS

COMPASS–Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services–is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen for, apply for, and renew a broad range of social programs including Food Stamps, Health Care, Cash Assistance ect.-see what your family is eligible for!! ALSO, download myCOMPASS PA app from apple, android to check benefits, upload documents, check status and balances. No more lines!
www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/COMPASS.aspx

Benefits and Free Tax Prep from the Campaign for Working Families

Free tax preparation. Call 215-454-6483 or visit the web site. Virtual Tax Prep info here.
www.cwfphilly.org/

Clarifi

Clarifi provides a wide variety of counseling services and educational programs designed to empower individuals of all economic levels financially, and to help them before, during or after a period of financial difficulty. Help with: budgeting; bankruptcy; credit; savings; foreclosures and more. 1635 Market Street 5th Floor 19103 Call 1-800-989-2227 or go to website for info and to schedule an appointment. http://clarifi.org/

Childrens First formerly Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY)

Child Health Watch Helpline- free service to assist in finding health insurance for children, solving problems with existing coverage, or answering questions about public health insurance for children- 215-563-5848, ext 17
www.childrenfirstpa.org
Health Insurance Eligibilty Chart

CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program)

Free or low cost health insurance for uninsured children under 19- can check eligibility online or call 1-800-986-KIDS
www.chipcoverspakids.com

Healthy Kids Hotline

Provides information about low or no-cost health care services for middle and low-income families including prenatal care, Medicaid, CHIP-managed by The Dept. of Public Welfare – 800-986-KIDS

Listing of Health Centers in Philadelphia

Any resident of Philadelphia can access medical and dental care by calling one of Philadelphia’s Health Care Centers. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted as emergencies are presented and time is available. For general information about available services, or to find out where a Health Care Center in your area is located, contact them directly: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm https://www.phila.gov/services/mental-physical-health/city-health-centers/

Listing of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC)

FQHCs offer free or low cost medical/dental care regardless of health insurance or immigration status.
Click here for Listing and interactive site here https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

Free and Low Cost Medications

Many medications for $4 or less or free. Click on a pharmacy below for more information.

COMPASS

COMPASS–Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services–is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen for, apply for, and renew a broad range of social programs including Food Stamps, Health Care, Cash Assistance ect.-see what your family is eligible for!!
www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/public/cmphome

PA Health Law Project

Dedicated to helping low income individuals gain access to quality health care. They also deal with the medical assistance grievance process, eligibility, and complaints- 123 Chestnut Street, Suite 404. 800-274-3258
www.phlp.org

Medical Assistance (Access Card)

Medical insurance for welfare recipients as well as many other eligible PA residents- 1-866-550-4355. Verification procedure to process application: birth certificates, social security cards, proof of income last 30 days, proof of residence (utility bill), ID of person applying, last 3 months of medical bills.

Pennsylvania Families’ and Children’s Equality

Pennsylvania Families’ and Children’s Equality advocates for children’s rights to full access to both parents and their extended families, and provides advice and self-help support groups for non-custodial and/or non-residential parents-call 877-472-3223 for more information. email face@paface.org or www.paface.org

Domestic Relations Forms and Info

Click link to find info on: Child Support; Divorce; Custody; Paternity; Protection from Abuse and more.
www.courts.phila.gov/common-pleas/family/dr/

Senior Law Center

SeniorLAW Center provides a wide range of services in our mission to protect the legal rights and interests of the elderly. 1650 Arch Street, Suite 1820. Call 1-877-727-7529 for help.
http://seniorlawcenter.org/

Community Legal Services

Provides a variety of FREE legal services for low-income people, including the homeless and immigrants. Can provide advice navigating the Child Welfare System- 2 locations-1424 Chestnut Street-215-981-3700 AND 1410 W Erie Avenue-215-227-2400.
www.clsphila.org

Temple Legal Aid

Provides free legal services for low income people- 215-204-1800, 1719 N. Broad Street
www.law.temple.edu/resources/community-service/temple-legal-aid

Philadelphia Legal Assistance

Provides free civil legal services to Philadelphia’s low-income community. 718 Arch Street, Suite 300N. 215-981-3800.
philalegal.org/

Juvenile Law Center

Public interest law center which provides legal services to children, specializing in reform of child welfare, juvenile justice, mental health and children’s health- 215-625-0551- 1800 JFK Blvd, Suite 1900B
www.jlc.org

Education Law Center

Promoting fairness and quality education in the public school system, and helping families understand and enforce their legal rights, from prompt early intervention services, children whose native language is not English, and children with disabilities- great web site 215-238-6970, 1800 JFK Boulevard, Suite 1900-A Philadelphia, PA 19103
www.elc-pa.org

PALawHELP.org

An on-line resource for legal information and free or low-cost civil legal services to low-income people- only on-line.
www.palawhelp.org

PA Health Law Project

Women’s Law Project

Legal telephone counceling service for many issues pertaining to women’s rights including: Interpersonal Violence; Child Custody and Support; Separation and Divorce; Spousal Support; and Employment issues- 125 South 9th Street, Suite 300-215-928-9801.
www.womenslawproject.org

Woman Against Abuse, Legal Clinic

Specializing in Protection From Abuse (PFA) issues and the legal questions that arise- 215-686-7082
www.womenagainstabuse.org

Disabilities Rights Pennsylvania

Provides free legal services to persons with developmental disabilities especially disability-based discrimination. 1800 JFK Blvd, Suite 900 – 215-238 – 8070
http://disabilityrightspa.org/

Legal Clinic for the Disabled Children’s Health Initiative

Helping low-income families of children with disabilites resolve health care coverage issues. Provides FREE legal services on a variety of issues, including the Medical Assistance grievance process. Call 215-587-3350.
https://lcdphila.org/

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Congreso de Latinos Unidos

Congreso is a multiservice nonprofit serving communities in Eastern North Philadelphia, offering over 30 programs in health, education, workforce development, and social services. While Congreso doesn’t provide direct immigration legal services, many of its programs—like the Health Center, Parenting Programs, Domestic Violence Program, and Adult Education Classes—are open to individuals regardless of immigration status. Congreso is also a safe space where clients can get connected to resources across the city. Eligibility for other services may vary.

Main Office Address – 216 West Somerset St 215-763-8870

www.congreso.net

Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations (CONCILIO)

Founded in 1962 this organization provides a multitude of services for Spanish /bilingual persons including: summer camps; foster care; parenting skills; adult education/GED; and housing counseling. Also hosts the annual Puerto Rican Festival– 141 E. Hunting Park 19124- 215-627-3100
www.elconcilio.net

Association de Puertorriquenos en Marcha (APM)

A multi-service agency providing a wide range of health and social services to Philadelphia’s Latino community including: early intervention; young parents support; day care and Head Start; housing related issues; and behavioral and mental health issues- 1900 N 9th Streete-267-296-7200
http://apmphila.org/

ASPIRA, Inc.

The ASPIRA Association promotes the empowerment of the Puerto Rican and Latino community by developing and nurturing leadership, intellectual and cultural potential of its youth so that they may contribute their skills and dedication to the fullest development of the Puerto Rican and Latino community everywhere. Multiple programs for youth development- 4322 N. 5th-215-455-1300 https://www.aspirapa.org/

Nationalities Service Center

The mission of this organization is to help immigrants and refugees participate fully in American society- Assists with social services, English as a second language, protecting the legal rights of immigrants/refugees, eliminating barriers caused by language and cultural differences, and assistance with the immigration and naturalization process. 1216 Arch Street- 215-893-8400
www.nationalitiesservice.org

Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians

The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians serves immigrants and refugees in the Philadelphia area.
Services include:
1) Job placement and employment assistance
2) Social service information and referral
3) Free monthly legal clinics
4) Advice and resources for small business owners.
1617 JFK Blvd., Suite 555 215-557-2626
www.welcomingcenter.org

Intercultural Family Services, Inc.

Committed to serving the needs of children and families that have immigrated to Philadelphia from countries around the world- offers SCOH services, family preservation, ESL, housing counseling and more- 4225 Chestnut Street- 215-386-1298
www.ifsinc.org

Catholic Social Services

Representation of visa processing and legalization processes. 215-587-3555 http://www.catholicsocialservicesphilly.org/index.php

Southeast Asian Mutual Assistance Associations Coalition (SEAMAAC)

Various advocacy programs for the Southeast Asian community (Cambodian, ethnic Chinese, Hmong, Laotian, and Vietnamese)- 215-467-0690
www.seamaac.org

Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia

It’s mission is to improve the quality of life Cambodian-Americans within the Greater Philadelphia Area by providing services, advocating and empowering them to obtain equal access to social/economic development, as well as to quality healthcare and education. 5412 North 5th Street-215-324-4070
www.cagp.org

ACANA (African Cultural Alliance of North America)

Resources for African Immigrants/Refugees or decendants of Africans. 5530 Chester Ave 215-729-8225.
http://acanaus.org/

Polish American Social Services

Many services for Polish Americans. Call 215-923-1900 for info.
www.polishamericancenter.org

HIAS and Council

HIAS Pennsylvania provides legal and supportive services to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers from all backgrounds in order to assure their fair treatment and full integration into American society. Our programs include 1) representation and legal counseling for immigration issues and 2) citizenship, refugee resettlement and other social services for newly arriving immigrants, refugees and asylees. 215-832-0900. www.hiaspa.org

JEVS Refugee Assistance Program

The JEVS Refugee Assistance Program serves eligible refugees, asylees, and victims of trafficking in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties with free services. These services include:
‘ Job placement and employment assistance
‘ Job retention training
‘ ESL classes
‘ Computer classes
‘ Acculturation workshops
‘ Use of driving simulator
‘ Multiple locations
Call 215-854-1800 for further information.
www.jevshumanservices.org

Office of Multilingual Curriculum and Programs

Office of The School District of Philadelphia that helps English Language Learners Excel. 215-400-4240
www.philasd.org/multilingual/

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Health Info

The USCRI Healthy Living Toolkit is designed to educate refugees and immigrants to become proactive health consumers and promoters in their communities. See link below on health information in dozens of languages.
www.refugees.org

Habitat for Humanity

Offers a home ownership program for low-income individuals and families. 1829 N 19th Street. 215-765-6000.
www.habitatphiladelphia.org

PA Housing Finance Agency

Many programs for low/middle income buyers, renters- 800-822-1174
www.phfa.org

Save Your Home Philly Hotline

Help for homeowners with mortgage deliquencies, foreclosures, and predatory loans. Call 215-334-4663 for help.
http://saveyourhomephilly.org/

Philadelphia Fair Housing Commission

Advocates for fairness in rental property relationships. For tenants only – 215-686-4670
www.phila.gov/fairhousing

Fair Housing Rights Center

Their mission is to ensure equal access to housing opportunities for all people. The Center educates the public on fair housing laws, provides assistance to individuals who have experienced housing discrimination, and offers information and counseling on housing related issues including finding low cost rental properties. Call 215-625-0700 or 866-576-1968 toll free for help.
http://fairhousingrights.org/

Homeless Prevention Program

If you are at risk of becoming homeless, there is help. Click below for info.
http://www.phila.gov/osh/

Tenant Union Representative Network (TURN)

Counseling for landlord/tenant disputes- rental assistance- tenant rights-21 South 12th St, Suite 1100.-215-940-3900- http://rturn.net/

Child Lead Poisoning Prevention of Philadelphia

A variety of assistance for the prevention, detection, and treatment of childhood lead poisoning- 215-978-2788.
https://www.phila.gov/programs/lead-and-healthy-homes-program/

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Programs (LIHEAP)

The Pennsylvania Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low income people pay their heating bills through energy assistance grants. People need not have an unpaid bill to receive energy assistance. People can receive this money without being on welfare. For more information call 1-866-857-7095.
If you want to call the utility company directly call
(215) 787-HEAT (4328). for PGW and ask about their Customer Responsibility Program (CRP) or CRISIS grants for low income people or
1-800-344-3574 for PECO.
http://www.pgworks.com/
PECO Assistance Programs
LIHEAP Application
LIHEAP info Spanish
LIHEAP Application Spanish

Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

UESF provides grants to income eligible families who have applied already to LIHEAP but are at risk to have their utilities terminated or have a notice of shut off. Call 215-972-5170 for more information.
www.uesfacts.org

Neighborhood Energy Centers (NEC)

Each NEC provides utility payment assistance, education on weatherizing, and minor home repairs. See link below for one in your neighborhood.
http://www.pgworks.com

Energy Unit of Community Legal Services (CLS)

CLS provides free legal advise and counsel to clients to help resolve disputes with PECO, PGW, and PWD. For CENTER CITY: 215-981-3700 North Philadelphia Law Center:215-227-2400 for more information.
clsphila.org/services/utilities
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ECA Energy Coordinating Agency

Helps low income families save on utility bills as well as find ways to cut down on their bills. Operates neighborhood energy services (see link below to find one near you). 106 W Clearfield. Call 215-609-1000. http://ecasavesenergy.org/

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Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA)

PHA develops, acquires, leases and operates affordable housing for city residents with limited incomes- 215-684-4000
www.pha.phila.gov

Achieveability Housing

ACHIEVEability works to permanently break the cycle of poverty by helping, formerly homeless, low-income, single-parent families have what they need to pursue higher education and achieve self-sufficiency via supportive services, community and economic development, housing and accountability. To become a client or to get more information, please call 215-748-8800.
https://achieveability.org/

WIC (Women, Infant, and Children’s Program)/NorthWIC

WIC is a supplemental food and nutrition education program funded by federal and state governments to make nutritious foods available to women, infants and children. The following persons may be eligible: Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or who have given birth within the past 6 months, Infants, Children under 5 years old. Main Office- 215-978-6100, or 800-743-3300- 1300 W Leigh Avenue. https://northwic.org/
https://www.pawic.com/

Philabundance Food Help Line

Call the WhyHunger Hotline (1-800-5 HUNGRY or 1-800-548-6479) if in need of food or go to the website
www.philabundance.org

United Way 2-1-1

United Way helpline provides phone numbers for a wide array of assistance: food; clothing, housing etc.-
Just call 211 or go to website 211sepa.org

COMPASS

COMPASS–Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services–is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen for, apply for, and renew a broad range of social programs including Food Stamps, Health Care, Cash Assistance ect.-see what your family is eligible for!!
www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/public/cmphome

The Food Trust

Committed to improving people’s health and eliminating malnutrition by ensuring that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food and nutrition education. Operates low cost, fresh food farmer’s markets throughout Philadelphia Click here for map. 1617 JFK Blvd Suite 900. 215-575-0444.
www.thefoodtrust.org
Click here for info on Philly Food Bucks to get extra healthy foods with your Access Card

SHARE Food Program

SHARE (Self-Help and Resource Exchange) is a program where people can purchase a package of food for $20 and 2 hours of community service with a retail value of about $40. The food package contains meat, fresh fruits, vegetables, and staples. Call 215-223-2220 or 800-595-3663 for more info or check out their website for a SHARE location near you.
sharefoodprogram.org

Food Fit Philly

Philly site to help you reduce sweetened drinks and increase healthy choices in our lives.
http://foodfitphilly.org/

La Leche League

Information, and support for nursing families- 610-666-0359 https://lllusa.org/

Breast Feeding Resource Center

This is a Nonprofit center staffed by Board Certified Lactation Consultants to address breastfeeding problems. Appts. necessary, sliding scale used to determine payment. 215-886-2433.
www.breastfeedingresourcecenter.org

Breast Feeding Library

Click link below for info.
https://www.ameda.com/breastfeeding-guide

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School provides out-of-school youth, 17-20 year-olds , in Philadelphia with the broadest range of tools, supports and opportunities available to become self-sufficient, responsible and productive citizens in their community.
Students earn their high school diplomas while learning valuable job skills and engaging in community service projects. YouthBuild Philadelphia rebuilds lives and communities! 1231 N. Broad St, 3rd Fl 215-627-8671. hello@youthphilybuild.org
www.youthbuildphilly.org

YES- Youth Empowerment Services

YES’s year-round open entry program combines enticing media and art activities with proven counseling models, GED preparatory classes and job-readiness training. Call 215.769.0340 for info.
www.yesphilly.org

Truancy and Behavioral Interventions

PSD Office of Prevention & Intervention”; adjust description to “Focusing on mental, behavioral and social-emotional health needs, the Office of Prevention & Intervention increases access to education by: decreasing barriers through responsive, trauma-informed practices; promoting a holistic and inclusive approach to supports; validating students through person-centered practices and partnerships. Call 215-400-4930, email preventionandintervention@philasd.org, or visit www.philasd.org/prevention/ for more info and resources.

Bullying Hotline

Office of Family and Student Support- if teacher or principal can’t fix the problem call the Parent- Hot-Line- 215-400-SAFE or 1-215-656-5381. Click here for info on bullying prevention and here for facts for parents

Khan Academy

Free educational videos on all topics from K-12. Learn at your own pace.
www.khanacademy.org

Office of Diverse Learners

The Office of Diverse Learners is committed to the educational, social, physical, and emotional well being of students within the School District of Philadelphia. The OSS provides comprehensive special education, behavioral health, school health, and prevention/intervention programs. 215-400-4170
https://www.philasd.org/specializedservices/

Special Education Consult Line Phila. School District

Main phone number for most issues relating to Philadelphia school system- 800-879-2301 https://www.education.pa.gov/K-12/Special%20Education/Complaints/Pages/ConsultLine.aspx
The Special Education Consult Line handbook click here and in Spanish, here

ASPIRA, Inc.

Office of Multilingual Education

Office of The School District of Philadelphia that helps English Language Learners Excel. 215-400-4240
www.philasd.org/multilingual

Education Law Center

Mighty Writers

At Mighty Writers, we teach kids to think clearly and write with clarity so they can achieve success. We host writing workshops in and around Philadelphia, PA and distribute groceries, diapers and other essentials to families in our communities. All of our programs are free for students and families. We are located in Germantown, West Philly, North Philly, South Ninth Street, and virtually. Email hello@mightywriters.org, call 267-239-0899, or visit mightywriters.org for more info.

Evaluation Letters

For evaluation letters to request testing for children having trouble in school, see “Resources” section.

School District of Philadelphia

Main Number 215-400-4000. School finder for preK to High School click here
Office of Specialties Service including: special education, charter school information and exceptional student information- 215-400-4170
Charter School Listings
Listing of Magnet Schools or click here for website
School Selection Process www.philasd.org/studentplacement/services/school-selection/

www.philasd.org

Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Information about Catholic Schools in Philadelphia – 215-587-3700 https://aopcatholicschools.org/
High Schools https://aopcatholicschools.org/high-schools/
Elementary https://aopcatholicschools.org/elementary-schools/

How to register your child for school checklist

Very helpful guide on what you need to register your child for school.
Click here for guide

Head Start -Pre-Kindergarten

Head Start is a comprehensive preschool program for low-income three, four, and five year olds. It provides children with a developmentally appropriate early childhood education. The program ensures that young children get health checkups and treatment, and that they are fed a nutritious hot meal every day. 215-400-4270 to register or 866-763-6481 for more info.
Click here for applications or apply online at Compass
www.phlprek.org/head-start/

Office of College Readiness

School District of Philadelphia’s Office provides resources and guidance to Philadelphia’s students to pursue their dreams. Provides resources on college preparation and career development- 440 N Broad St. Suite 212- call 215-400-4200
https://www.philasd.org/collegeandcareer/ also free resource below
phila.schoolnet.com/outreach/philadelphia/students/beyond/local

GEAR UP

Helps with college preparation and awareness to students in low-income communities. Starts in 6th or 7th grade and goes through high school- 215-400-4200. https://www.philasd.org/collegeandcareer/

The Ellis Trust: Grants and Scholarships for High School Girls Residing in Philadelphia

Heights Philadelphia (Stepping Stone Scholars

Heights Philadelphia is a merger of Philadelphia Futures and Steppingstone Scholars, offering sustainable access to academic and workforce opportunities through expansive programming and partnerships. Heights works with students from middle school to their first careers. Call 215-790-1666 and visit heights.org to learn more and enroll your child or student.

Children’s Scholarship Fund

The Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia provides educational alternatives to low-income Philadelphia families through needs based scholarships. Call (215) 670-8411 or go to website below for info. www.csfphiladelphia.org

College Access Program (Philadelphia Education Fund)

Through the College Access Program, students are supported in their schools with one-on-one advising, college readiness workshops, recruiter sessions, college visits, and four signature events conducted in their freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior years. The schools supported are Frankford, Horace Furness, John Bartram, Olney Charter, Paul Robeson, Roxborough, and Kensington High School for the Creative & Performing Arts. Email bdefoney@philaedfund.org, call 215-665-1400, or visit https://philaedfund.org/programs/college-career-resources/college-access-program/ for more info.

Gateway to College

Gateway to College at Community College of Philadelphia is a scholarship program for School District of Philadelphia students, ages of 16-21, who have dropped out of school but have a desire to get back on track and earn a high school diploma and college credits. Call 215.751.8404 orgateway@ccp.edu and go online for an application.
https://www.ccp.edu/degrees-programs/high-school-student-programs/gateway-college

Philly Goes to College

Hey Philly, you can go 2 college! And we can connect you to the resources and programs to help you plan, apply, and pay for it. PG2C, powered by The Philadelphia Education Fund, is your college access solution. phillygoes2college.org

CollegeBoard

Search for info on colleges, how to pay for college, and how to prepare. Go to website below.
www.collegeboard.com

CORE Philadelphia Scholarships

Financial Literacy Scholarships are need-based scholarships that awards students from $2,500 up to $4,000 in scholarship dollars in exchange for completing Financial Literacy Training. The scholarship is meant to help high school, college, and trade school students from families at or below the national poverty line, giving them the knowledge to handle the financial difficulties of college and onward. Application open year round. Visit corescholars.org or call 267-764-9880 for more info.

College Scholarships in Philly

Click links below for more info:

Drexel University Liberty Scholars
University of Pennsylvania U.of PA Programs
Temple University Temple Scholarships
Villanova University Presidential Scholars

The Lighthouse

Program that seeks to empower young mothers 18-21 years old with the skills necessary to compete in the workforce- GED prep., money skills- 152 West Lehigh Ave.- 215-425-7800. https://www.lighthouse1893.org/

Early Intervention (EI) in PA

These are free services and supports to help families with young children with developmental delays. 2 parts in Philadelphia. Infant Toddler Early Intervention for children birth-3 years old AND Elwyn SEEDS for children over 3 years old.

http://dbhids.org/early-intervention

Philadelphia Infant Toddler Early Intervention Services

Early intervention services for developmentally at risk preschool children ages 0-3 years old- funded by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 215-685-4646. fax 215-685-4638
If not happy with services your child is getting call 717-346-9320 (Office of Dispute Resolution)
http://dbhids.org/early-intervention
Click here for Brochure on Child Development

Infant Toddler Early Intervention Referral

Referral from Health Care Professionals
Click here

CONNECT Early Intervention Hotline

Call 800-692-7288 to find early intervention services in counties throughout PA.

Elwyn SEEDS (Special Education for Early Developmental Success)

Early intervention evaluation and services for children 2yr 10mo to 5 years old- funded by Dept. of Education- 4025 Chestnut Street. Call 215-222-8054
Children>5 call 215-895-5500
If not satisfied with the preschool services your child is getting call 800-992-4334 (Office of Dispute Resolution)
www.elwyn.org
Elwyn SEEDS Referral Form

● Community Violence Resources ●

Handout for those affected by violence

The Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline 1-866-SAFE 014

You can call here first for help, or just call the organizations listed below directly.

Women Against Abuse, 24 hour Hotline

Provides information, 24-hour shelter, transitional housing, and free legal assistance to women who have been abused. 1-866-723-3014
www.womenagainstabuse.org

WOAR (Woman Organized Against Rape)

Helps survivors of sexual assault and abuse through counseling and advocacy. WOAR offers both crisis counseling and long-term therapy for survivors of sexual abuse. 215-985-3333 (24 hour hotline)
www.woar.org

Lutheran Settlement House

Operates the Bilingual Domestic Violence Program offering free individual, and group counseling for survivors of domestic violence in both Spanish and English, transitional housing, workshops about domestic violence for professionals and community members, specialized trainings for businesses and non-profits focusing on domestic violence in the workplace. Co-operates Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline. Call 215-426-8610 extension 1236. www.lutheransettlement.org
Medical Advocacy Referral line call (215) 385-3077 . Check out this flyer

Women in Transition

Women In Transition provides early intervention and prevention services that include telephone counseling, information and referral services, individual and group empowerment counseling, and advocacy for women who are endangered by domestic violence and substance abuse. Also has Self-Defense training for women (WAVE Program)call 215-751-1111, or witservices@helpwomen.org. www.helpwomen.org/

Latina Domestic Violence Program

A program offered through Congreso, provides support and advocacy for persons affected by Domestic Violence- 215-763-8870, ext 3. https://www.congreso.net/health-safety/domestic-violence-services/

PA Coalition Against Domestic Violence

The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) is working at the state and national levels to eliminate domestic violence, secure justice for victims, enhance safety for families and communities, and create lasting systems and social change. Lists of resources for all PA counties. Call 717-545-6400 for info. Natl number 1-800-799-7233
www.pcadv.org

Courdea (formerly Menergy)

For people who are physically or emotionally abusive. Provides outpatient group treatment, rehabilitation and anger management for men who have been abusive to their partners. 215-242-2235
www.courdea.org

PA SAVIN

A free, confidential service that lets you know when a particular offender is going to be released and alert you when they will be released. Call 1-866-277-7477 to sign up or go online below.
www.vinelink.com

Resources

Women Against Abuse: Planning for Safety
Safety Plan Checklist

Early Head Start

A child development and family support program for pregnant women living in Philadelphia and families with children less than 3 years old. Provides weekly parent-child interaction in the family’s home, play groups twice a month, and info on health and nutrition- Click below to find one close to you. https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator

Caring People Alliance (CPA)

YMCA

Find your nearest YMCA on https://www.philaymca.org/locations?type=ymca,administration&amenities

Child Care and Development Info from the Office of Childhood Development and Early Learning

Great information to help with: finding child care; helping with your child’s development; and info on child nutrition and safety.
www.education.pa.gov/Early%20Learning/Pages/default.aspx

Crisis Care Nurseries and Respite Care

Available through Hope Services these free nurseries offer short-term care for young children whose parents need a safe place to leave their children temporarily due to parental illness, job search, housing search, drug treatment or just as a respite from the stresses of parenting. Click here for brochure.
Baring House (West Phila), 3401 Baring Street, (267) 720-HOPE
https://www.hopephl.org/baring-house-crisis-nursery.html

Frankie’s World

Lauren’s House

Lauren’s House is a loving, caring Center for Special Needs Children. Lauren’s House targets children from birth up to twenty-one years of age who have skilled medical/nursing needs whether acute or chronic in nature.
Lauren’s House is a licensed Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center (PPECC) by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 3 locations: North Philly 888-340-9430; Coatsville 877-589-0854; and Dover, DE: (302) 730-1717 Lauren’s House is a state of the art center, operated by professional personnel with years of pediatric experience. Call 888-340-9420.
www.laurenshouse.com/

Aveanna (formerly Pediatria) Healthcare for Kids

Aveanna (Pediatria) Healthcare for Kids Day Health program is a day health center for special needs children from birth to age 8. Call (770) 441-1580 for info. Locations in Wyncote, Media, Bala Cynwyd, and Mt. Laurel. https://www.aveanna.com

Childline

(To report child abuse)- 1-800-932-0313

CY-47

Report of Suspected Child Abuse form to be submitted after a mandated report makes an oral report. https://www.dhs.pa.gov/KeepKidsSafe/Resources/Documents/CY47.pdf

Children’s Crisis Treatment Center

Provides outpatient mental health services for children 2-13 who have been abused, neglected or who have witnessed extreme violence- Programs include: Therapeutic Nursery Program for children 3-5 yrs. old with emotional, behavioral, and multiple learning problems. Community Based Services like WRAP Around services and Intensive Case Management- Trauma Assistance Program for children who have experienced a severely traumatic event- 215-496-0707
www.cctckids.org

Hospital Based Child Protection Services

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children’s Child Protection Clinic at Front and Erie helps minimize the potential for further trauma from abuse by completing the medical evaluation and providing psychosocial support for the affected child and family. Call 215-427-6869 for information. Click for link
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) Safe Place: The Center for Child Protection and Health, also provides compassionate evaluations of abused children and advocates on their behalf- call 215-590-4923 or click here for more information.

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

If you are being hurt, know someone who might be hurting, or are afraid you might hurt another, call or text the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 800-422-4453. www.childhelp.org

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)

The mission of CASA of Philadelphia County is to provide screened, trained and supervised volunteers who advocate for safe, permanent, and nurturing homes for abused and neglected children under the protection of the Dependency Court in Philadelphia County. 1501 Cherry Street- 267-519-5326-for providers, families can’t call or info@casaphiladelphia.org
www.casaphiladelphia.org

Philadelphia Children’s Alliance

Coordinates child sexual abuse investigations among Philadelphia public agencies. Also provides support and education to children and non-offending caretakers- Victim Services and Support phone number 215-387-9500– 300 E Hunting Park Avenue. www.philachildrensalliance.org

Support Center for Child Advocates

Offers free legal and social services to Philadelphia’s abused and neglected children with the goal of securing a permanent, nurturing environment for every child. – Founded in 1977, they have trained over 2000 attorneys for pro bono services-One Penn Center1617 JFK Boulevard- Suite 1200 267-546-9200 ask for preassigned child advocate.
sccalaw.org

City of Philadelphia Child Protective Services

To report child abuse in Philadelphia- 215-683-6100. https://www.phila.gov/services/crime-law-justice/report-a-crime-or-concern/abuse-and-harassment/report-child-abuse-or-neglect/

Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Autism Society of America

Promoting lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and their families. Call 877-231-4244
www.asaphilly.org

The Center for Autism

Specialized intensive training for autistic children- info@cfa.phmc.org. 4601 Market Street- 215-878-3400
www.thecenterforautism.org

Autism Society of America

Providing resources and opportunities for the Autism community through a nationwide network. Call 1 (800) 328-8476 or visit www.autismsociety.org

The Center for Autism Research (CAR)

The CAR at CHOP/UPenn is looking for the causes of autism spectrum disorders and is developing new treatments for children and adults with autism. We study infants who have a brother or sister already diagnosed with autism. We also have research studies for toddlers, school-aged children, and adults. Families who take part in our research studies receive evaluation reports and are paid for their time and travel costs. Call 267-426-7540. email autism@chop.edu
https://www.research.chop.edu/car

SpArc

Community, home, career, and education services and aid for intellectually disabled children and their families. Call 215-229-4550 or go to www.sparcphilly.org for more info.

Drug and Alcohol Helpline

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Visit www.samhsa.gov for resources. Find treatment resources near you at www.FindTreatment.gov. Call or text the Suicide & Crisis hotline: 988. Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990. National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

For immediate help, call 215-NA-WORKS (215-629-6757). For meeting info, call or text zip code to 215-999-4670.
http://www.naworks.org/

Nar-Anon

Local and online support groups for family groups (Nar-Anon) and teens (Narateen) affected by someone else’s addiction. No dues or fees. Find a group at www.nar-anon.org, call (800) 477-6291, or email wso@nar-anon.org (English) or osm@nar-anon.org (Spanish)

Alcoholics Anonymous

Local and online support groups for individuals struggling with alcoholism. Find groups at www.aasepia.org or call 215-923-7900

Mental Health Crisis Hotline

A mental health delegate may dispatch a Mobile Emergency Team or direct the individual to the nearest CrisisResponseCenter. – 215-685-6440, or if Suicide ideation, attempt- 215-686-4420.
https://healthymindsphilly.org/988-philly/crisis-services/

Suicide and Crisis Hotline

24-hour hotline- 215-686-4420

Bereavement Support Services

Through the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, offers bereavement counseling and/or referrals to appropriate resources for parents who have experienced a late fetal loss or the death of an infant or child. Call 215-685-7411 for help. http://www.phila.gov/health/medicalexaminer/BereavementSupport.html

Peter’s Place

Peter’s Place aims to provide a safe and supportive environment for grieving children and families and acts as a community resource to foster understanding of the effects of death and grief. Click here for great handouts on death/grieving. 336 King of Prussia Road, Radnor, PA 19087
610.687.5150
www.petersplaceonline.org

After the Injury

Website to help children recover from physical and emotional injury and trauma.
www.aftertheinjury.org

Anti-Violence Partnership (AVP)-Counseling Center

At the AVP Counseling Center, counseling is provided, free of charge, to adult and child co-victims of homicide and victims who have been traumatized by other forms of violence. AVP’s licensed counselors have specialized training and experience in assisting co-victims homicide and victims of crime. 4946 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia PACall 215-567-6776 or counseling@avpphila.org for info.
http://avpphila.org/counseling/

Community Behavioral Health

Community Behavioral Health (CBH) is contracted by the City of Philadelphia to provide mental health and substance abuse services for Philadelphia County Medicaid recipients. For more info, visit cbhphilly.org or call 215-413-3100

Children’s Crisis Treatment Center

Provides high quality mental health services to Philadelphia’s children and their families. Programs include: outpatient mental health services; post-traumatic assistance for children who have experienced a severe emotional trauma; family support; and WRAP around services- 1080 North Delaware Avenue, Suite 600, 215-496-0707, ask for intake. or email information@cctckids.org www.cctckids.org

Network of Care and Supports

This Web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health and mental retardation services. It provides information about behavioral health and intellectual disability services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. The Network of Care and Supports helps you find what you need – it helps ensure that there is “No Wrong Door” for those who need mental health services. Sponsored by the Phila. Dept. of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities. https://mentalhealth.networkofcare.org/philadelphia-pa/Services/Category?cid=53140

Mental Health Association of Southeastern PA

Mental Health Partnerships offers services throughout the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond, including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, and select locations in the state of Delaware. To find what resources are offered in your area, visit www.mentalhealthpartnerships.org, call 800-688-4226, or go to our Main Office at 833 Chestnut Street, Suite 1100.

Friends Hospital

Friends Hospital – Adolescent Unit
Provides comprehensive inpatient treatment for adolescents ages 13-17 years old who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Individual, group, and family therapies ensure each adolescent receives individualized care to set them on the path of recovery. Units feature all private bedrooms with access to outside courtyard. Patients receive confidential assessment and academic support is offered during treatment. 4641 Roosevelt Blvd- 215-831-4600.
http://friendshospital.com/programs/adolescent-unit/

BHSI (Behavioral Health System Initiative)

City-funded agency for individuals with substance abuse problems and are underinsured or uninsured. Main Office: 801 Market Street, 7th floor. Phone: 215-546-1200. Website: bhsi-dbhids.org

Magellan Behavior Health (Health Partners, KHPE, BCBS)

Magellan has been managing behavioral health services for PA HealthChoices members in collaboration with its county customers, providers, and community stakeholders in Bucks, Cambria, Lehigh, Montgomery, and Northampton counties. For more info and resources, visit magellanofpa.com or call Bucks County: (877) 769-9784, Cambria County: (800) 424-0485, Lehigh County: (866) 238-2311, Montgomery County: (877) 769-9782, Northampton County: (866) 238-2312

Joseph J. Peters Institute Child/Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program

The Joseph J. Peters Institute treats children and adolescents (ages 3-19) who have been sexually abused or are presenting developmentally inappropriate sexual behaviors. – 100 South Broad Street, 17 th Fl.- 215-701-1560
jjpi.phmc.org

Best Behavioral Health

BBH is a community-based program offering outpatient psychiatric and community services to ethnically and/or culturally diverse families, including Latino/Hispanic and Asian families. 5043 Frankford Avenue (215) 744-4343 or https://bbhirecovery.org/

YMCA – Summer camps, other after school activities

Many children and adult programs including: after school programs; summer camps; child care; literacy; weight management; and tutoring. FREE membership to all 7th graders!! Locations-
North Phila-1400 N. Broad 215-235-6440; South Phila- 1724 Christian St.- 215-735-5800; West Phila- 5120 Chestnut St.- 215-476-2700; NE Phila- 11088 Knights Rd- 215-632-0100; and Roxborough- 7201 Ridge Ave- 215-482-3900.
www.philaymca.org

Police Athletic League (PAL)

The mission of PAL is to offer young people a viable and constructive alternative to the ‘street life’. They serve over 28,000 children in Phila. with programs ranging from a summer baseball program, chess, golf, soccer, wrestling and a Positive Image program for girls 11-17 year old, which helps, build self esteem- 215-291-9000. here are locations at 23rd, 24th, 26th, Cozen, Fairhill, Ford, Grays Ferry, Haddington, Harrowgate, North Penn, Paley, Southwest, Strawberry Mansion, Tacony, and Wynnefield www.phillypal.org

Boys and Girls Clubs of Philadelphia

The Boys&Girls Clubs of Philadelphia’s programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence. The Club is a safe place to learn and grow – all while having fun. It is truly The Positive Place For Kids. 1518 Walnut Street, Suite 712. Call 215-735-8818 or email admin@bgcphila.org
www.bgcphila.org

ASAP (After School Activities Partnership)

Goal is to increase supervised after school recreation activities for the city’s kids- Call 215-607-2069 for a list of activities in your neighborhood or check their website for the https://phillyasap.org/asap-directory/ broken down by zip code- One Penn Center, 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1855
www.phillyasap.org

Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts

Boys Scouts are a great way to get your child involved in positive activities. The Boys Scouts mission is for each child to master “character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness.” For children 6 years-20 years old. Call 215-988-9811 or 610-688-6900 for more information or click on Boy Scouts to go to their website.
Girl Scouts has for over 90 years helped girls learn positive values, get involved in their community and learn to succeed. For girls 5 years old through 17 years old. Call 215-564-2030 or 610-688-6900 or click on Girl Scouts.
All Programs click here https://colbsa.org/

Mural Arts Program Youth Development Programs

Various after school programs and positive activities through mural making for youth ages 9-19 years old- 1729 Mount Vernon Street-call 215-685-0750 for details
http://muralarts.org/programs/art-education

Neighborhood Bike Works

Neighborhood Bike Works (NBW) provides educational, recreational, and career-building opportunities for youth through bicycling; it also promotes cycling as a healthy, affordable, and environmentally friendly form of transportation. NBW’s free or low-cost youth programs include Summer Cycling Day Camp and after-school programs like Earn-A-Bike and Ride Club. NBW’s address is 3939 Lancaster Ave.; call 215-386-0316 for more info.
www.neighborhoodbikeworks.org

Legacy Youth Tennis and Education (formerly Arthur Ashe)

Founded in 1952 their mission is to prepare young people, especially those from under-resourced families and communities, for success as individuals and as active, responsible citizens through innovative tennis, education, life skills, and leadership development programming. Main office is 4842 Ridge Ave. Call 215-487-3477 or check their website for listing of programs. http://www.legacyyte.org/

SquashSmarts

Combines the sport of Squash with Academic Tutoring and Mentoring of under-served, urban youth in order to develop self-esteem and discipline through academic, athletic and personal achievement. Students in Grades 5-12 attending any Philadelphia Public school are eligible to join SquashSmarts. 215-221-6860 3890 N 10th Street Email: info@squashsmarts.org www.squashsmarts.org

Starfinder Soccer Program

Starfinder’s mission is to create inspirational learning environments where children starting at 6-12 years old, are encouraged through soccer to develop strong moral character, strive for academic excellence and live with a positive attitude, regardless of their socio-economic status. Starfinder has affordable summer camps and after school programs, as well as several youth development programs- 4015 Main Street- Call 215-764-5410 for more info.
www.starfinderfoundation.org

Ed Snider Youth Hockey

The Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation’s mission is to have a profoundly positive impact on the lives of underserved children in the Greater Philadelphia Region by providing a program that incorporates both on-ice and off-ice activities. The program is provided, at no cost, to both boys and girls. The Foundation provides the equipment, ice time and experienced coaching. 100 W. Oxford Street. Call 215-952-5271 or email info@sniderhockey.org
www.esyhf.org

Students Run Philly Style

Teams up Philly youth with adult mentors to train for marathons and develop ways to be successful in life. 1819 JFK Boulevard, Suite #480 call 267-930-3546 or Email –srps@studentsrunphilly.org www.studentsrunphilly.org

Work to Ride

Work to Ride provides disadvantaged urban youth with constructive activities centered around horsemanship, equine sports, and education. Located in Fairmount Park, the setting provides a unique opportunity to bring 7-to 19-year-old youth in contact with animals and nature. 98 Chamounix Drive, 215-877-4419 or email wtr@worktoride.net
www.worktoride.net

Philadelphia City Rowing

Teaches rowing to local public school students free of charge. #1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Drive. Go online for application or email info@philadelphiacityrowing.org
www.philadelphiacityrowing.org

Zhang Sah Martial Arts

Zhang Sah is a non-profit organization that provides character, cultural, physical and academic development through martial arts training into its After-School, Pre-Kindergarten, Teen Lounge, Winter, Spring, and Summer Camp Programs.
main location: 530 Bainbridge St. (215) 923-6676 or email info@zhangsah.org. Other locations Queen Village/South Philly, Mt Airy/Germantown, Wynnefield/Belmont, , Casarez Elementary, Pennypacker School, Nebinger Elementary School, Cayuga Elementary School, Robert Pollock Elementary School, John B Kelly, Horatio B Hackett, Willard Elementary
www.zhangsah.org

LEAP at the Free Library of Philadelphia

A free, drop-in after school program that provides homework help, computer literacy, library skills, and presents cultural enrichment programs that assists children and teens Grades 1-12- 215-686-5372 libwww.freelibrary.org/programs/leap/
LEAP@freelibrary.org

The Salvation Army Kroc Center

The Kroc center has dozens of sports, arts, aquatic and education programs for children, teens, and adults. 4200 Wissahickon Avenue. Call 215.717.1200, PhillyKrocInfo@use.salvationarmy.org, for info or visit their website.
www.salvationarmykroccenter.org/

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse

Smith’s huge Playground and beautiful Playhouse in East Fairmount Park is open for FREE for unstructured physical and imaginative play, weekly story time, monthly arts and crafts sessions, and several special kids’ celebrations throughout the year. For more information, including visiting hours, directions, and how to schedule a group visit or birthday party, please contact Smith at 215-765-4325. 3500 Reservoir Drive, “info@smithplayground.org”; http://smithkidsplayplace.org/

Village of Arts and Humanities

The Village of Arts and Humanities (often called the Village) is a community arts organization located in North Central Philadelphia seeking to raise consciousness and spirits, and empower people of all ages through the arts.
Operates an after-school program for teens ages 13 to 19 offering video production, step, and hip hop dance, as well as homework help, academic enhancement, and tutoring. 2544 Germantown Ave. (267) 350-4900 or info@villagearts.org
www.pewcenterarts.org/organization/village-arts-and-humanities

Caring People Alliance (CPA)

From nurturing individuals and families to entire communities, Caring People Alliance provides a wide range of services. Our Boys & Girls Clubs in West (215-386-4075), North (215-763-0900), and South (215-218-0800) Philadelphia provide high quality childcare, afterschool, summer programs, senior services and more. We also operate a one-stop-shop for families in Philadelphia with child care needs through the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC-18). The ELRC helps with finding quality child care that meets the family’s needs, determines eligibility for child care subsidy, and then works with child care providers to help them achieve the highest levels of quality. Go to caringpeoplealliance.org

Episcopal Community Services

Episcopal Community Services – After-school programs, other supports for families. Main Office – 225 South 3rd St – 215.351.1400 – info@ecsphilly.org; St. Barnabas Mission Community Center – 6006 West Girard Ave – 215.528.5400 – sbm@ecsphilly.org; Out Of School Time, Feltonville Elementary – 238 E. Wyoming Ave – 215.456.3160 – ost@ecsphilly.org; Out Of School Time, Feltonville Middle School – 210 E Courtland St – 215.456.3160 – ost@ecsphilly.org; Out Of School Time, Anderson – 1034 S 60th St – 215.456.3160 – ost@ecsphilly.org; Out Of School Time, Finletter – 6100 N Front St – 215.456.3160 – ost@ecsphilly.org; Out Of School, Darby – 523 S Union Ave – 215.456.3160 – ost@ecsphilly.org; Out Of School Time, WPace – 6701 Callowhill St – 215.456.3160 – ost@ecsphilly.org www.ecsphilly.org

College Settlement Camp

Overnight camp for children ages 8-12 who cannot otherwise afford this experience. For info call 215-542-7974.
www.collegesettlement.org

Ladore Summer Camp

Run by the Salvation Army, this camp allows low income families to experience overnight camping in a beautiful setting for 7-12 years olds. You must contact your closest Salvation Army for information and an application or call 215-787-2814.
ladore.org/summer-camp/

Department of Recreation Summer Camp Resource Guide

Find summer camps in Philly for your child.
Click Here for Guide

Dragonfly Forest

Dragonfly Forest is committed to offering children with serious illnesses and disorders the opportunity to enjoy a free overnight camp experience in an environment that is safe, equipped to meet a variety of physical, medical and psychological needs, nurturing, and filled with activities that allow each child to reach their “full fun.” Summer Sessions are available for children with Autism, Persistent Asthma, bleeding Disorders and Sickle Cell Disease. Applications must be completed by March 31 each year. For more information or to apply go to www.dragonflyforest.org or contact us at 610-298-1820.
https://www.campspeersymca.org/post/experience-the-outdoors-with-dragonfly-forest-an-inclusive-camping-experience

Keep Kids Safe Summer Camp

Free overnight camp for kids 9-13 years old who have been impacted by violence.
The Camp, which is part of the Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia, is a program of the Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition and managed by Nu Sigma Youth Services and the Philadelphia Anti-Drug Network.
For more information, applications or questions about Keep Kids Safe or the Blueprint, contact Brandon Brown at (215) 851-1755.

Girls Leadership Camp

The mission of Girls’ Leadership Camp is to provide 8-14-year-old girls in the Philadelphia area with an affordable residential camp experience, and to provide year-round leadership development opportunities for teenage girls. Call (215) 951-0330 x2180 for info or visit website.
http://girlsleadershipcamp.org/

American Camping Association

Will send ‘Parent’s Guide to Accredited Camps’ which lists accredited camps in area and camps for special needs children- 1-800-428-2267 www.acacamps.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Eastern Pennsylvania

Big Brothers Big Sisters of SEPA- provides one-on-one mentoring for children in need of a positive role model- 123 South Broad Street, Suite 2180- 215-790-9200
www.bbbssepa.org

Amachi

Amachi provides mentoring to children with incarcerated parents- 2000 Market St, Suite 600- call Big Brothers Big Sisters at 215-790-9200 and mention Amachi
www.amachimentoring.org

Quit Line

Smoke Detector Hotline

Philadelphia Fire Department’s Smoke Detector Hotline for FREE smoke detectors- call 215-686-1176- Also check out their website for Home Fire Safety Checklist
www.phila.gov/fire

Lead Information

The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey III indicates that 4.4% of children ages 1-5 have blood lead levels of 10 micrograms per deciliter (ug/dL) or greater. Levels of 10 ug/dL have been associated with harmful effects on children’s learning and behavior. Ingestion of dust generated by deteriorating lead-based paint (LBP) and renovations of surfaces containing LBP is the leading cause of childhood lead poisoning. Approximately 45% of Pennsylvania housing was built prior to 1950 and is likely to contain LBP. Call 215-685-2797 for more information.
www.phila.gov/health/ChildhoodLead/

Poison Control Center

Car Seats

Every state requires that infants and children ride buckled up. However, state laws do not always require the safest way to transport a child. More children are still killed as passengers in car crashes than from any other type of injury. Using a car safety seat correctly can help prevent injuries to young children, but it is not as easy as you think. Just a little mistake in how the car safety seat is used could cause serious injury to your child.
www.healthychildren.org

FREE Home Safety Inspection-Injury Prevention Program City of Phila

A home safety inspection checks out the following: a properly operating smoke detector, carbon monoxide levels, hot water temperatures, improperly placed electrical extension cords and overloaded electrical outlets, loose carpeting, loose stairs, handrails on stairways and grab bars in bathrooms, slippery bathroom surfaces, and improperly placed medication and cleaning chemicals.
In addition, if needed, we distribute free items such as smoke detectors, bath-water thermometers, nightlights, and rubber bath mats. Call 215-685-7441

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety Information

Click here for information on CO safety.

Bike Safety

See link below for Bike Safety tips from the Department of Transportation.
www.nhtsa.dot.gov

Gun Safety

By now, you probably know what guns are and what can happen if they fall into the wrong hands. Even though guns are featured in many television shows, video games, computer games, and movies, it’s important to know that real guns are dangerous. Guns are so dangerous that they can hurt or even kill someone you know – including other kids.
More Info

SIDS (Crib Death) Prevention

Click link beow for info on how to protect abbies from SIDS.
Click here

Cribs for Kids (SIDS Prevention)

A program of the Maternity Care Coalition that provides cribs for needy families in Philadelphia to help reduce the deaths due to SIDS and improper sleep environment. Cribs are provided to families who are otherwise unable to purchase one. In addition, Cribs for Kids provides education and training on proper sleep environment to all families receiving a crib, as well as health providers and the public- 215-989-3589
maternitycarecoalition.org/cribs-for-kids

Kohls Safety Center at CHOP

Buy low cost safety products (some free) and pick up free injury prevention information in the lobby of CHOP’s main hospital, 34th and Civic Center Blvd. Call 267-426-5000 for info.
Click here

National Center for Children in Poverty

The mission of NCCP is to identify and promote strategies that prevent child poverty in the United States and that improve the lives of low-income children and families
nccp.org

NetSmartz Workshop

Age appropriate, interactive website for teens and children on how to be safe on the internet.
www.netsmartz.org

Operation Homefront

Operation Homefront provides emergency assistance and morale
to our troops, to the families they leave behind and to the wounded warriors when they return home. Call (267) 721-3385 or visit their website.
www.operationhomefront.org

Reach Out and Read

Reach Out and Read (ROR) is a program that promotes early literacy by bringing new books and advice about the importance of reading aloud into the pediatric exam room.
www.reachoutandread.org

Ready for Life

Website to help parents raise happy, healthy children.
www.readyforlife.org

Robert Wood Johnson-Commision to Build a Healthier America

www.commissiononhealth.org/

Stop Bullying Now

A Bullying Reduction and Awareness resource for parents, teachers and kids.
http://www.stopbullying.gov/

We Can!

We Can! (Ways to Enhance Children’s Activity&Nutrition) is a national program designed as a one-stop resource for parents and caregivers interested in practical tools to help children 8-13 years old stay at a healthy weight. www.nhlbi.nih.gov

Zero to Three

ZERO TO THREE’s mission is to promote the healthy development of our nation’s infants and toddlers by supporting and strengthening families, communities, and those who work on their behalf
www.zerotothree.org

Phila. Dept. of Public Health

www.phila.gov/health

Phila. Dept. of Public Health Bulletin

Click below for the most recent health bulletin from Phila. Dept. of Public Health. click here

Philly Parent Partner eGroup

Join Listserv to find and share resources for children in Philadelphia.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/parentpartner/

Physicians for Social Responsibility

Philadelphia PSR seeks to inspire, motivate and activate health professionals and others who are committed to the prevention of interpersonal violence, the delivery of high quality and accessible health care, the achievement of a sustainable environment, and the elimination of weapons of mass destruction
www.psrphila.org

Prevent Child Abuse Now

Promotes public awareness, policy, and particiapation in child abuse prevention.
www.preventchildabusepa.org

Reach Out and Read Pennsylvania Affiliate

Advocates for early childhood reading through health care professional’s offices.
www.reachoutandread.org

National Advocacy

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American Academy of Pediatrics

Website for parents and pediatricians to find resources for children’s health and welfare.
www.aap.org

American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Weight Site

Info for families, health care professionals and communities.
www.aap.org/obesity

America’s Promise Alliance

The America’s Promise Alliance is the nation’s largest multi-sector collaborative dedicated to the well-being of children and youth.
www.americaspromise.org

Anne E. Casey Foundation

Since 1948, the Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) has worked to build better futures for disadvantaged children and their families in the United States
www.aecf.org

CHADD (Children and Adults with ADD)

The nation’s leading non-profit organization for children and adults affected by ADD/ADHD-800-233-4050
www.chadd.org

Children’s Defense Fund

The mission of the Children’s Defense Fund is to Leave No Child Behind and to ensure every child a Healthy Start, a Head Start, a Fair Start, a Safe Start, and a Moral Start in life and successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and communities
www.childrensdefense.org

Children’s Health Watch

Children’s HealthWatch monitors the impact of economic conditions and public policies on the health and well-being of very young children.
www.childrenshealthwatch.org

Children of Incarcerated Parents Library

Very helpful site for parents and providers of children with incarcerated parents.
nrccfi.camden.rutgers.edu/the-children-of-incarcerated-parents-library/
Tips for caring for children with an incarcerated parent
Tips from Caregivers for Caregivers

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Lot’s of info on product safety.
www.cpsc.gov

Docs for Tots

National advocacy organization to assist doctors in their advocacy roles.
www.docsfortots.org/

Family Savings Account

For low-income Pennsylvanians where you can save up to $2,000 with matching funds from the state. See link below and/or check out the fact sheet.
worc-pa.com/savings-family-savings-account.html
Family Savings Account Fact Sheet

First Five Years Fund

The First Five Years Fund is committed to improving the lives of at-risk children by leveraging cost-effective investments in early learning.
www.ffyf.org

Foster Care America

Great site from the AAP for resources for foster care.
www.aap.org/fostercare

GovBenefits.gov

GovBenefits.gov is a free, easy-to-use website that helps people find government benefits and assistance programs that you might be eligible to receive. Click on this site and select Pennsylvania to begin.
www.benefits.gov

HealthyChildren.org

Great website from teh American Academy of Pediatrics for Families and Providers
www.healthychildren.org

Immunization Action Coalition

Vaccine information in many languages.
www.immunize.org/catg.d/noneng.htm

IRS Earned Income Tax Credit

Click below to see if you are eligible for a federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families.
www.irs.gov

KidsHealth

KidsHealth is the largest and most visited site on the Web providing doctor-approved health information about children from before birth through adolescence.
www.kidshealth.org

Medline Plus

Useful information for most diseases that affect you and your child.
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/healthtopics

Links to national and regional childhood advocacy organizations and family resources

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Local Advocacy

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Connect211

Connect 211 helps you find health and human service agencies RIGHT in your neighborhood!
http://211sepa.org

After the Injury

Website to help children recover from physical and emotional injury and trauma.
http://stokes.chop.edu/programs/aftertheinjury/index.html

Drexel’s Center for the Prevention of School Aged Violence

Click here for Facebook Page

Go City Kids

Great listing for things to do with kids in Philadelphia.
http://gocitykids.parentsconnect.com

Make-A-Wish Foundation

Make-A-Wish Foundation’ grants the wishes of children with life threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy.
https://wish.org/philadesv

Multiplying Connections

Supportive, nurturing relationships are the building blocks of positive development for all children. Multiplying Connections is a Philadelphia collaborative that builds the capacity of the public children’s service system infrastructure and its professionals to:
Apply developmentally appropriate strategies for young children
Respond to children suffering from trauma in ways that ‘do no further harm;’ and
Support ways to expand the quality and quantity of children’s relationships, and nourish their healthy development.
www.multiplyingconnections.org

Out of School Time Resource Center

The OSTRC promotes out-of-school time (OST) student achievement by conducting research on and providing access to staff resources and professionaldevelopment. The OSTRC maintains a website, administers a professionalListserv, and publishes several resource directories.
www.sp2.upenn.edu/ostrc

PA Medical Home for Special Needs

Info for parents and health care professionals who care for Children with Special Health Care Needs in PA.
www.pamedicalhome.org

PCCY (Philadelphia Citizens for Children and Youth)

A primier advocacy organization whose mission is to improve the lives and life chances of children through thoughtful and informed advocacy.
www.pccy.org

Philadelphia Children’s Foundation

Connects students and families to resources in their community for educational success.
https://phillykids.org/

Smoking Cessation Resources

Click below for a comprehensive listing of smoking cessation resources for Philadelphia and the surrounding communities
Click here for Resource List

Home Fire Safety Checklist

Click here for checlist

Home Fire Safety Plan in Spanish

Home Fire Safety Checklist -(Spanish)

● Cap4Kids Posters/Wall Hangings ●

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CAP4Kids Poster

If you want to display a CAP4Kids poster in your office, use it for a social service project, or just give it to a friend, this is the place.
Cap4Kids Poster

Cap4Kids Parent Questionnaires

Click below for Cap4Kids Parent Social Needs Questionnaires.
In English
In Spanish

Resources in your community

See below for resources for: Education and testing for children not doing well in school or that have dropped out; mental health; healthy weight; childhood dentists and dental care; teens; youth violence reduction; smoking cessation; and safety.

Advocacy Definition

The process of asserting oneself or interceding on behalf of others within a system to get the benefits for which they are eligible. Through both direct aid to families and broader-based policy work, the goal of advocacy is to foster the self-empowerment of families by educating them about their own rights.

Special Education Evaluation Letters

Click here for tips on getting a special education evaluation for your child

Education Law Center’s Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents and Advocates

Click here for guide

Education Programs for Out-of-School Youth

From Philadelphia Youth Network’s, Project U Turn
Click here for Guide

Listing of Charter Schools

Click here for Listing of Charter Schools

Listing of Magnet Schools

Click here for Listing of Magnet Schools

Children’s Mental Health Checklits (ADHD/Autism/Depression/Postpartum)

ADHD Parent Checklist
ADHD Parent Follow up
ADHD Teacher Checklist
ADHD Teacher Checklist- Follow up
ADHD Spanish Parent Checklist
ADHD Spanish Teacher Checklist
ADHD Checklist Scoring
Autism Checklist (click here for MCAT in other languages)
Autism Checklist Scoring
Autism Checklist (MCHAT) Spanish
Childhood Depression Checklist
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
Burmese SWYC MCHAT
Burmese scoring MCAT SWYC
Nepali SWYC MCHAT
Nepali Scoring MCAT SWYC

Childlink’s Developmental Brochure

Click here for brochure

Philadelphia Infant Toddler Early Intervention Referral

Click below for referral.
Click here for referral

Child Support Information

Child Support Handout

Center for Hunger Free Communities

From Drexel College of Public Health. Working on hunger issues in our community.
www.centerforhungerfreecommunities.org

Health Insurance Eligibilty Chart

Click here to view chart

5 Steps to Healthy Living

Click Here

Health Partners/YMCA Partnership

Free YMCA and other fitness center membership for HP members under 18 years old. See attached.
Click here for info

Children’s Oral Health Guide

Click below for a comprehensive guide to oral health for kids as well as a listing of children’s dentists in Philadelphia.
Children’s Oral Health Guide

Listing of Children’s Dentists

Listing of Dentists

Vision Care Guide

A Guide to Vision Servies for Children and Teens in Philly by PCCY.
Click here for Vision Care Guide

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Teen Philly Resource Guide

Put together by White Williams Scholars, this comprehensive guide lists great resources for Teens in Philadelphia.
Click here for guide

TANF

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is the monthly cash assistance program for poor families with children under age 18.

Subsidized Housing

Federally funded, privately owned developments; must apply to each development individually

Public Housing

Federally funded, government-run housing. Must apply at Dept. of Public Housing

Section 8

Federally funded vouchers used to subsidize rent in privately owned apartments

WRAP Around Services

Multidisciplinary behavioral and therapeutic supports for children ages 0-21 that places supports in the child’s community, school, and home.

ICM-Intensive Case Management

Intensive Case Management services provide direct services to children ages 3 through 18 years who display serious emotional disturbances. ICM works to ensure that children and their families utilize natural supports, as well as traditional and non-traditional community resources to develop appropriate relationships with family and caregivers

TSS

Therapeutic staff support services – part of WRAP around service-one-on-one support

Mobile Therapist

A person who provides psychological, behavioral, and family therapy to children in their own home

EPSDT

Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment – Works in conjunction with Medicaid to screen for conditions that interfere with normal childhood development and learning- 1-800-543-7633.

CSAP

Comprehensive Student Assistance Process (CSAP)- 3 tiered process to identify students who need support in classrooms.

Child Find

Process where teachers identify children with possible special education needs for referrals to intervention programs.

IFSP

Individual Family Service Plan – written plan for children 0-3 years old with developmental delays and the services they will receive- Family Focused

IEP

Individualized Education Plan – for 3-21 year olds- more Education Focused

GIEP

Gifted Individualized Education Plan (GIEP). Developed for mentally gifted students (students with an I.Q. >130, or students with an I.Q. <130 that meet other educational criteria.
The Rights of Gifted Students

ITP (Individualized Transition Plan)

This written plan start when a special needs child turns 16 years old. The IEP team meets with the student to discuss and plan for future goals including: post-secondary education, vocational training, independent employment, adult services, independent living, and community participation.

IDEA

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act – passed Congress in 1975 to ensure all children with disabilities in the U.S. receive free and appropriate public education (FAPE)- Birth to 3 years old is under Part C of IDEA Act. From third birthday to 1st grade is under Part B:Section 619 of IDEA.

Chapter 15 Children

These are children who may need special accommodations in school, but not formal special education. These include children with: persistent asthma; seizure disorders; diabetes; mental illnesses; or other health impairments that affects activities of daily living.

Section 504 Accommodations

Similar to Chapter 15 – is a part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. It is not a special education program. Any student with a disability that interferes with a major life activity is qualified for educational services and accommodations. Student does not get an IEP. Conditions include: ADHD; Dyslexia: Severe Asthma; and others.

CPS

Child Protective Service- all abuse categories (physical, sexual, emotional, neglect. Protective services will respond immediately or within 24 hours.

GPS

General Protective Service- involves neglect, lack of supervision, lack of daily basic needs. Protective service will respond in one to six days.

Department of Public Welfare (Philadelphia County Assistance Office)

Administers several programs, including

Cash assistance
Medical Assistance
Food Stamps
Employment and training programs

Applications for Public Assistance can be obtained at the local District Office-Main # 560-2547
https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/public/cmphome

SSI

Supplemental Security Income – A federal program that makes monthly payments to disabled children/adults who have limited income and resources. 1-800-772-1213.

Dragonfly Forest

Dragonfly Forest is committed to offering children with serious illnesses and disorders the opportunity to enjoy a free overnight camp experience in an environment that is safe, equipped to meet a variety of physical, medical and psychological needs, nurturing, and filled with activities that allow each child to reach their “full fun.” Summer Sessions are available for children with Autism, Persistent Asthma, bleeding Disorders and Sickle Cell Disease. Applications must be completed by March 31 each year. For more information or to apply go to website or call 570-828-2329.
https://www.campspeersymca.org/post/experience-the-outdoors-with-dragonfly-forest-an-inclusive-camping-experience

American Camping Association

Will send

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence is a donor-supported organization that enriches, encourages and empowers children to reach their highest potential through safe, one-to-one mentoring relationships. Serving children ages 7-13 in Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties in PA and Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties in NJ. Visit www.independencebigs.org or call 215-790-9200 or 610-277-2200 for more info.

Amachi

Amachi provides mentoring to children with incarcerated parents and military families. For more info, visit http://www.amachimentoring.org/index.html or email mwalker@amachimentoring.org 215-729-0248 or call Big Brother Big Sisters at 215-790-9200 and mention Amachi http://www.amachimentoring.org/index.html

Department of Recreation After School Programs/Camps

Many after school programs and summer camps listed by neighborhood – Main number 215-683-3600, After School Programs 215-683-3676 – www.phila.gov/recreation –

YMCA – Summer camps, other after school activities

Boys and Girls Clubs of Philadelphia

The Boys&Girls Clubs of Philadelphia

ASAP (After School Activities Partnership)

Goal is to increase supervised after school recreation activities for the city’s kids- Call 215-545-2727 for a list of activities in your neighborhood or check their website for the online directory is broken down by zip code- 1520 Locust St. Suite 1104.

www.phillyasap.org

Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts

Boys Scouts are a great way to get your child involved in positive activities. The Boys Scouts mission is for each child to master “character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness.” For children 6 years-20 years old. Call 215-988-9811 for more information or click onBoy Scouts to go to their website.
Girl Scouts has for over 90 years helped girls learn positive values, get involved in their community and learn to succeed. For girls 5 years old through 17 years old. Call 215-564-4657 or click onGirl Scouts.

Mural Arts Program Youth Development Programs

Various after school programs and positive activities through mural making for youth ages 9-19 years old- 1729 Mount Vernon Street-call 215-685-0750 for details

www.muralarts.org

SquashSmarts

Combines the sport of Squash with Academic Tutoring and Mentoring of under-served, urban youth in order to develop self-esteem and discipline through academic, athletic and personal achievement. Call 215-895-4964 (West Philly) or 215-221-6860 (North)for more info.

www.squashsmarts.org

Starfinder Soccer Program

Starfinder’s mission is to create inspirational learning environments where children starting at 6-12 years old, are encouraged through soccer to develop strong moral character, strive for academic excellence and live with a positive attitude, regardless of their socio-economic status. Starfinder has affordable summer camps and after school programs, as well as several youth development programs- 6015 Main Street- Call 215-764-5410 for more info.

www.starfinderfoundation.org

Ed Snyder Youth Hockey

The Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation

Students Run Philly Style

Teams up Philly youth with adult mentors to train for marathons and develop ways to be successful in life. 260 S Broad 18th Fl. Call 215-731-2116.

www.studentsrunphilly.org

Work to Ride

www.worktoride.net

Philadelphia City Rowing

Teaches rowing to local public school students free of charge. Go online for application or call 646-823-5113.

www.philadelphiacityrowing.org

LEAPS (Lacrosse Education Attitude Perseverance Success)

LEAPS

Zhang Sah Martial Arts

www.zhangsah.org

LEAP at the Free Library of Philadelphia

www.library.phila.gov/libserv/leap.htm

The Salvation Army Kroc Center

The Kroc center has dozens of sports, arts, aquatic and education programs for children, teens, and adults. 4200 Wissahickon Avenue. Call 215.717.1200 for info or visit their website.

www.salvationarmykroccenter.org/

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse

Smith

Caring People Alliance (CPA)

This is a comprehensive, community based human service agency, that includes: Boys and Girls Club; day care, after school program, youth development, summer camps, recreation programs- several locations: Central Office- 1628 JFK Blvd., Suite 220 – 215-545-5230; 2407 South Broad- 215-218-0800; 1701 N. 8 th St- 215-763-0900; 3512 Haverford Ave- 215-386-4075

www.caringpeoplealliance.org

Episcopal Community Services

Episcopal Community Services – After-school programs, other supports for families- 225 South Third St.- 215-351-1400

www.ecsphilly.org/

United Way of Southeastern PA

Operates the Center For Youth Development for 10-14 y.o. children by offering after school programs/camps and the One-To-One Mentoring program- 1709 Benjamin Franklin Parkway- 215-665-2554

www.uwsepa.org

College Settlement Camp

A low-cost outdoor camp where campers engage in environmental and traditional camp activities. Offers a Day Camp (ages 7-12), Overnight Camp (ages 8-12), and Teen Adventures Program (ages 13-14). Transportation from Philadelphia to the campgrounds is provided. For more info, go to www.collegesettlement.org or call 215-542-7974

Ladore Summer Camp

Run by the Salvation Army, this 1 week camp allows low income families to experience overnight camping in a beautiful setting for 7-16 years olds. You must contact your closest Salvation Army for information and an application or call # 215-787-2800 (ask for Youth Department for both winter and summer)
ladore.org

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