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PA Provider Advisory Board Members
PA Provider Advisory Board Members

A diverse group of 40 early childhood professionals from across the state have been working to identify the needs of the early childhood workforce.

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News, ProvidersMaria PisanoOctober 4, 2022
Suspended Child Care Certification Regulations to be Reinstated October 31
Suspended Child Care Certification Regulations to be Reinstated October 31

OCDEL has announced some child care certification regulations relating to indoor child care spaces, child growth and development reports, and school-age children will be reinstated October 31, 2022.

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Providers, NewsMaria PisanoOctober 3, 2022
2022 Annual Lights On Afterschool Event
2022 Annual Lights On Afterschool Event

On October 20, 2022, celebrate Lights On Afterschool, a nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families, and communities.

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NewsMaria PisanoSeptember 28, 2022
September Recalls on Children's Products
September Recalls on Children's Products

Here is a list of September child-related recalls collected from the major federal agencies.

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NewsMaria PisanoSeptember 28, 2022
Request Free PPE Materials for Child Care Providers
Request Free PPE Materials for Child Care Providers

Child care providers can request Personal Protective Equipment to ensure COVID-19 protection during a fall/winter surge of cases and for other relevant needs, including training purposes.

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Maria PisanoSeptember 27, 2022
Summer P-EBT for PA Children Approved
Summer P-EBT for PA Children Approved

Eligible families will receive a Summer P-EBT payment of $391 per child for June, July, and August months.

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News, Families, ProvidersMaria PisanoSeptember 22, 2022
RADical Days 2022
RADical Days 2022

RADical Days is featuring free events and activities for people of all ages through October 16, 2022.

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Maria PisanoSeptember 22, 2022
November 8 Election Resources and Reminders
November 8 Election Resources and Reminders

Dedicate time today to check your voter registration status, review what options you have to cast your vote, and create your personal voting timeline.

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Maria PisanoSeptember 20, 2022
September is Attendance Awareness Month
September is Attendance Awareness Month

When students attend school regularly, starting as early as preschool and kindergarten, they have an opportunity to achieve academically and thrive.

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Maria PisanoSeptember 19, 2022
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Main Office

304 Wood Street, Suite 400
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1928

Satellite Locations

Toll-Free Phone 1.888.340.3572
Phone 412.350.3577
Fax 412.350.3575

elrc5@alleghenycounty.us

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Hours

Wood Street

Monday–Friday:
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Visit the Satellite Locations page for those hours.

The Early Learning Resource Center Region 5 downtown office and satellites are open for families and professionals interested in accessing services and support. At this time, appointments are strongly preferred.

Virtual and phone appointments continue to be available for convenience and safety.

Virtual after hours personal interviews and provider orientations also are available on an as-needed basis.

ELRC Region 5 currently offers evening phone hours on the first and third Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Find Support Near You

The Allegheny County Family Resource Map provides caregivers of young children the opportunity to locate available supports closest to them, including food, housing, new parent, and employment resources.

Browse the resource map →

 
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