Family Centers are safe and supportive spaces for parents to learn about the latest discoveries in child development, nurturing behaviors, and positive parenting practices.
Strengthen your family and community by Elevating E.S.T.E.E.M. (Equity, Self-Appreciation, Time, Empowerment, Engage, Meaningful Connections)
The school year might bring some challenges for families. There is support all around you in Allegheny County.
Getting your child to school
There are many different root causes of school absences. Please partner with your school counselor or social worker if your child needs support to be successful in school. Your local family center can assist if your family has needs (such as behavioral health, housing, etc.) that are getting in the way of the parent emphasizing positive school attendance.
Childcare, pre-school and before and after school programs
Use the Allegheny Child Care Tool to find childcare and before and after school programs.
Find quality childcare or get help in applying for the childcare subsidy by contacting the Early Learning Resource Center at 888 340-3572.
Find free early learning classes for infants, toddlers and kids 3-5. Start with the Early Head Start/Head Start Program locator to enroll your child or call (412) 350-6611.
Hello Baby offers support for parents of new babies. It’s a collaborative effort among family-focused organizations in Allegheny County. Hello Baby reaches families through the existing network of Family Centers, but any family can get support from a Family Center through the Hello Baby website, 2-1-1 warmline, or texting service. All services are voluntary.
Family Centers Partner with Buzzwords
Through Buzzword's interactive learning opportunities that encourage imagination, investigation, creation, and reflection, families can expand their young children's vocabulary and conversation skills to support their early literacy development and learning. Available to families throughout Allegheny County, Buzzword is an initiative led by Trying Together in partnership with Allegheny County Family Centers and local arts and sciences organizations.