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July 30, 2021

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Resources for Families & Centers, July 30

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Make sure your families know about the new Child Tax Credit, with new monthly payments of $250 to $300 for each child included in the American Rescue Plan, to help families make ends meet. Check out the fact sheet here. Eligible low-income families who did not file taxes in 2019 or 2020 can enroll with a new, simple sign-up tool.

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Resources for Families & Centers, August 6

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Public Meeting / Call for Comments: Aug 9, 1 pm. DHS is preparing its 2022-23 Needs Based Plan and Budget. Funding awarded to DHS through the Needs Based Plan and Budget process supports programs and services for children, youth and families across the entire continuum - from Family Centers and out of school time to foster and kinship care, and many more.

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Resources for Families & Centers, August 13

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Welcoming Families, PRIDE Training, the All-Staff Sept PD Day, and Pre-Service: Register here, under Trainings. Aug 24, 9am-noon - Synergy Refresher - Register Links to all Synergy registrations are available here, under the Synergy & FAST heading.: You may recall the

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August 20, 2021

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Resources for Families & Centers, August 20

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Clarifications: Site Directors - All SD should plan to attend these combined update meetings/PD. Meet the Partners - Optional; all staff are invited for these virtual informal Q&A time with key partners. Quarterly Network PD Days - All staff should plan to attend these quarterly trainings.

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What's new for families this week? Check it out and see.

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Resources for Families & Centers, August 27

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Welcoming Families, PRIDE Training, Parent Leaders for Staff, the Mini PD Day (for All Staff), and Pre-Service: Register here, under Trainings. About the meetings: Site Directors - All SD should plan to attend these combined update meetings/PD. Meet the Partners - Optional; all staff are invited for these virtual informal Q&A time with key partners.

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Check out this week's newsletter, full of info for families & Centers!

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Resources for Families & Centers, September 3

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to receive the meeting link. Initial Certification for Family Support Center New Hires Refresher and Recertification training -- Sept 30, 1-4 pm -- for staff who were certified in/before July 2020 and are using the FAST with the families you serve. You are only required to attend one session--choose the one that best fits your schedule.

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Sept 10, 2021

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Resources for Families & Centers, September 10

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to receive the meeting link. Initial Certification for Family Support Center New Hires Refresher and Recertification training -- Sept 30, 1-4 pm -- for staff who were certified in/before July 2020 and are using the FAST with the families you serve. You are only required to attend one session--choose the one that best fits your schedule.

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Info for families & Centers in Allegheny County!

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Resources for Families & Centers, September 17

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to receive the meeting link. Initial Certification for Family Support Center New Hires Refresher and Recertification training -- Sept 30, 1-4 pm -- for staff who were certified in/before July 2020 and are using the FAST with the families you serve. You are only required to attend one session--choose the one that best fits your schedule.

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A round-up of the resources families in our area need, brought to you weekly.

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Resources for Families & Centers, September 24

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to receive the meeting link. Links to all Synergy registrations are here (Synergy & FAST heading). Stay info about office hours below. There's still time to complete your FAST training this month. Each 3-hour training session ends with a guided test-taking process that will result in your successful completion of the certification process!

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Today, Oct 1! 11 am, Wake Up the Vote Registration Drive. Save a Lot, Wilkinsburg. Join Elaine and the rest of the Wake Up the Vote team and Be a Democracy champion! More info here. FREE Dental Services: Oct 22 & 23.

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FREE Dental Services: Oct 22 & 23. Mission of Mercy Pittsburgh is hosting a dental clinic on October 22 and 23 at the David L Lawrence Convention Center. Doors open at 6 am; clinic opens at 7 am.

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Resources for Families & Centers, Oct 15

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PA Dept of Human Services The Impact newsletter (Oct 14) addresses "Expansion of Perinatal Services supports screenings, treatment for new moms." The Department of Human Services (DHS) is taking a close look at maternal health practices.

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Info for families & Centers in Allegheny County!

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Resources for Families & Centers, Oct 22

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New from the CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early." campaign: - Milestones Tracker App (available in English and Spanish) - Milestones in Action Library of videos/photos to help families identify milestones - a new "Baby's Busy Day" boardbook (also available in Spanish). Order free materials and access resources here.

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Resources for Families & Centers, Oct 29

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Most parents agree--parenting can be a big challenge! Mindfulness is one strategy that can help relieve the stress parents can feel. It means noticing what is happening in the moment, and accepting those feelings and experiences without judgement. Think it sounds impossible? Here are 5 ways that Zero to Three suggests parents can practice mindfulness day-to-day.

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It's almost Thanksgiving, and we wanted to share some info about organizations in our area who will be providing food for the holiday. This is not a comprehensive list, so if you know of another resource in your community, please let us know. We'll share additional resources in this newsletter, and on our social media.

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Resources for Families & Centers, Nov 12

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Are you thinking of buying a home, but don't know where to start? Join us for a one-hour workshop and learn about the types of mortgage loans and costs, how much money you really need at closing, and the ways housing counselors can help you navigate the home purchase process.