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Helpful Resources | PA Parent and Family Alliance

This organization supports parents who have children struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and more. They offer one-on-one support, parenting training, support groups, and educational resources.

Visit them at 425 N Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213. Contact: (570) 664-8615

Community Events in Pittsburgh Check Out:

Positively Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh City Paper Events

Genesis of Pittsburgh Classes

New Beginnings Classes offer a wide variety of topics that address different parenting skills. You can attend the entire series to learn more about positive relationship topics such as emotional well-being, positive communication, and your child’s self-esteem.

Potty Training Classes show you how to train your child to use the toilet, including recognizing signs of readiness and handling setbacks. This class is held on the first floor of the Genesis Center

Learn about the classes here.

Child Care Financial Assistance:

To apply for child care subsidies in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, you can use the COMPASS website or contact your local Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC):

COMPASS
Apply online at www.compass.state.pa.us. You can also download and fill out the Pennsylvania application as a PDF and submit it to your ELRC.
ELRC
You can call (800) 548-2741 to request an application, or you can print and complete an application and return it to your local ELRC by mail, fax, or hand-delivery. You can find your ELRC at www.raiseyourstar.org.

Children are eligible for care from birth until the day before their 13th birthday, but children with disabilities may be eligible up to age 18. ELRCs can help families determine if they are eligible for Child Care Works.

Health & Safety Resources

Classes with Genesis of Pittsburgh

CPR Classes: Learn how to respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies in infants, children, and adults, including the use of automated external defibrillators (AED).

Infant CPR: Free to expectant parents
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR: Free to expectant parents

Nutrition Classes: Six-class series, which includes food safety, menu planning, shopping, and more. Each class includes food preparation and sampling

Click here to learn more about the classes.

Safety Resources for Parents from UPMC

Home Safety Handbook to keep children safe from common accidents
Emergency preparedness plan to help families prepare for a sudden emergency or disaster
Poison prevention center

Access the resources here.