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MEDIA, PA — The Voices for Children Coalition, together with lawmakers and local leaders recently held a press conference to discuss the results of a new poll in Delaware County. …
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Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offer free or low-cost health coverage for children and teens up to age 19. Coverage includes check-ups and regular doctor visits, immunizations, …
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As Pennsylvania finally begins to emerge from over a year of fear, lockdowns, and restrictions, it is important to look back over the year and reflect on the valuable lessons …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) recently released the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal, which aims to provide the most recent research and resources for …
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BERWYN, PA — Melmark announced the receipt of a $21.5 million endowment gift from the Anne and Brutus Kenan fund to further secure the not-for-profit organization’s mission well into the future. Melmark …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The Wolf Administration launched an online Mental Health Resources Guide intended to provide Pennsylvanians with a full complement of resources available to help everyone with their mental health …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The PA Department of Human Services (DHS) yesterday hosted a virtual press briefing to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people with disabilities during the public-health …
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EXTON, PA — State Rep. Danielle Friel Otten, D-Chester, will hold a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing on the state of the care workforce in Pennsylvania.
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WEST CHESTER, PA — As the spring semester begins, West Chester University announced that its RAM (Real Achievement Matters) Initiative Pilot for Non-Degree Seeking Students with Intellectual Disabilities is official. With …
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WEST CHESTER, PA — Employees of Benchmark Federal Credit Union just donated more than $2,000 to The Arc of Chester County, after a year-long campaign to raise money as they wore blue …
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