Batterer Intervention Program
Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh
https://wcspittsburgh.org/ 412-687-8017 ext. 340
The MENS Group (Men Embracing Non-Violence & Safety) is an education and intervention group to help men who use abuse to be accountable for their actions.
The Men’s Group
https://mensgroup.com/
[email protected] Counselling and support to help men understand their situation and gain control of their feelings.
Family Resources
1425 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
https://familyresources.org/ 412-363-1702, ext. 1302
Provides support and education for families who are at risk of separation, foster care placement, or adoption.
FamilyServices of Western Pennsylvania
6401 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206
https://www.pawp.uscourts.gov/ 412-350-2187
For referrals/assessments of Allegheny Co. Jail inmates only
PERSAD Center
5301 Butler St Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
https://www.persadcenter.org/ 412-441-9786 ext. 260
Persad Center is dedicated to improving the well-being of same sex couples who are involved in domestic abuse relationships.
Wesley Family Services
https://wfspa.org/ 412-458-6455
Offers violence intervention services for families.
Child Care In Emergencies/Families in Crisis
Jeremiah’s Place:
(412)-924-07266
435 Frankstown Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Provides emergency care for children ages 0-6 for a few hours or a few days based on need of the family. Free 24/7
ChildCare Works Subsidized Child Care Program [aka CCIS]:
(412)-350-3577
Income basedwith a waitlist. The client must go to https://compass.state.pa.us to see if they meet the guidelines.
Allegheny County Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) can help withapplication and finding childcare providers.
Angel’s Place:
(412)-271-2229
Angels’ Place’s family-centered childcare services and early childhood education programs are available at no cost or at significantly reduced rates to qualifying parents. Our goal is to provide a clean, safe, fun and comfortable environment where families are free to play, grow and learn.
Diaper Resources
Life’sWork:
(412)-471-2600
Diaper expenses can add up quickly. And no family should have to choose between purchasing diapers or food. Each year, Life’sWork provides monthly free diapers to low-income families in need.
WesternPA Diaper Bank:
(412)-373-3074
[email protected]
The WPADB partners with nonprofit social service agencies. They supply free diapers for them to distribute to pre-qualified families at the low-income or poverty level. Fifty-three agencies are active partners distributing diapers to families they serve in five counties – Allegheny, Cambria, Fayette, Washington, and Westmoreland.
Genesis of Pittsburgh:
(412)-766-5212
https://genesispgh.org/contact/ Genesis Center provides programs and services to women in need. They offer free pregnancy testing, maternity and infant clothing, distribution of baby equipment, and essentials including diapers and formula.
Companion Animal Resources
Animal Control:
(412)-255-2036
The Bureau of Animal Care & Control serves the residents of the City of Pittsburgh by providing care, control and resolution to situations dealing with domestic animals and wildlife.
The Humane Animal Rescue:
1101 Western Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
https://humaneanimalrescue.org/
(412)-345-7300
Humane Animal Rescue provides a safety net for a diverse community of animal lovers, in a passionate environment with a trusted voice.
Animal Friends:
562 Camp Horne Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/
(412)-847-7000
To rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in crisis, ensure healthy pets through education, advocacy and affordable services.
Poison Control for Animals:
1-888-426-4435
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Counseling Mental Health
Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry:
800 McKnight Park Dr Suite 802, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
https://anchorpoint.org/
(412)-366-1300
Accept most insurances, provides counseling for a plethora of issues.
Counseling & Wellness Center of Pittsburgh830 Western Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
https://counselingwellnesspgh.com412-856-WELL
Provides a variety of low-cost counseling and psychiatric services. Accepts most insurances.
Family Resources
1425 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
https://familyresources.org/ 412-363-1702, ext. 1302
Provides counseling to families with children 8-21 years old who are experiencing conflict.
NorthHills Psychological Associates, Inc.:
(724)-759-7500
Provide counseling services for a plethora of issues. Takes most insurances.
Office of Behavioral Health (24 hour):
1 Smithfield St # 5, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Human-Services/About/Offices/Behavioral-Health.aspx(412)-350-4457
Provides services for county residences in need of mental health or substance abuse services.
StauntonClinic:
111 Hazel Ln #300, Sewickley, PA 15143
https://www.heritagevalley.org/locations/staunton-clinic-edgeworth/
(412) 749-7330
Has an inpatient psychiatric unit.Helps with full spectrum of mental health disorders
Covid-19 Resources
Crisis Hotlines (Non-Domestic Violence)
24-Hour Addiction Services:
1-(800)-559-9503
National Child Abuse Hotline:
1-(800)-4-A-CHILD
Childline:
1-(800)-932-0313
Elder Abuse Protective Services:
(412)-350-6905
Custody Mediation
Generations Mediation:
(412)-350-4311.
For those filing for custody, you will be scheduled for education, mediation, conciliation.Mandatory two-part process for individuals involved in a custody dispute. Meet with trained mediator to formulate a custody plan.
Disability Support
ACHIEVA:
(412)-995-5000
Toll Free 1-888-272-7229
Provides in-home support and care, early intervention, residential supports, special needs trusts, vocational services and more for individuals with disabilities and elderly
Allegheny Link:
(866)-730-2368
Provides access to services and supports for Allegheny County residents with disabilities who need to find services, individuals 60+ to remain safely in their community, those who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, those who are pregnant, parents/caregivers of children 0-6.
Family Resource Guide:
(412)-350-7079
Helps families find information and support for children with developmental delays,special health care needs and other disabilities
Center for Hearing & Deaf Services:
(412)-281-1375
(412) 281-1375(V/TTY)
VP 412-235-95181945
5
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Provides a wide range of services for people who are deaf, hard of hearing or have other communication needs.
The Hotline:
1-800-787-3224(TTY)
1-855-812-1001(Video Phone)
Contact an advocate by email:
[email protected] can respond through email, instant messenger and video phone.
Donations
Clothing- Women: Treasure House Fashions:
(412)-364-3256
The economic empowerment advocate has coupons to help victims of DV get clothing.
Clothing-Maternity/Baby: Genesis of Pittsburgh:
(412)-766-4934
Women’s Center & Shelter:
(412)-687-8017 x331
You can donate old cell phones by mail. They only accept new items. The below list of thrift shops benefits the efforts of the shelter, as they give out coupons to these locations.
The East End Community Thrift:
(412)-361-6010
Does not accept furniture.
Thriftique: (412)-742-4951
Clothing, furniture, housewares, electronics, books, etc. Does not accept bathing suits or mattresses.
The Chapel Market:
(412)-441-3800
Accepts gently used clothing, anyone can shop for free without a voucher.
Drugs & Alcohol Support
Gateway Rehabilitation:
426 George St, Braddock, PA 15104
https://www.gatewayrehab.org/
(800)-472-1177
Provides detox, inpatient and outpatient care as well as other supporting programs
Narcotics Anonymous:
https://na.org/ (412)-397-5247
Support groups meet regularly at various locations and times. Call to attend a meeting.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
https://www.aa.org/
(412)-471-7472
24-hour answering services and support groups that meet regularly and at various times and locations. Call for meeting information.
Elder Services
Adult Protective Services:
1-(800)-490-8505
To make a report on behalf of an adult living in their home or in a care facility—an individual calling on behalf of a victim may ask for a wellness check if they feel the victim’s life is in danger
Area Agency on Aging:
(412)-350-5460
Provides adult day services, counseling, meals, inpatient respite care and other services for adults 60+.
In Service of Seniors:
(412)-354-7420
Provides a variety of home-based services and home safety checks for adults 60+.
Employment Assistance
CareerLink:
(412)-552-7100 (Downtown Pittsburgh)
(412)-436-2225 (Allegheny East)
https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline/
Open 8:30-4:15.Helps connect unemployed individuals to jobs, directs you how to get GED,trainings, etc. Register for Unemployment: 1-888-313-7284 or online at www.uc.pa.gov
WorkAble:
(412)-904-5993
Helps with immediate needs and barriers to employment. Must be 300% below poverty guideline.
Family & Children Services
Childline:
(800)-932-0313
24 hours reporting system for suspected child abuse/neglect.
Family Resources of PA:
(412)-363-1702
Helps families before, during and after crisis to help children remain in their homes
Women, Infants & Children (WIC):
(412)-350-5801
Enroll at www.pawic.com. Receive foods such as milk, soy milk, eggs, cheese, juice, cereal,peanut butter, beans, grains. May receive voucher for more specific food items.
Parent Support
Financial Assistance
Allegheny County Assistance Office:
Headquarters (412)-565-2146
Open 8:00am-5:00pm. Provides a variety of services to low-income families and individuals.
North Hills Community Outreach:
(412)-487-6316
Open 9:00am-4:00pm. Can provide rent or security deposit to prevent homelessness if experiencing a financial crisis (if funds available) if under 150% of federal poverty level.
Catholic Charities & Stability Services:
(412)-456-6999 (Allegheny County)
You do not need to fill out an application for disaster relief. Fill out application at www.ccpgh.org and click on Services.
Salvation Army Social Services Department:
(412)-727-2172
Provides emergency financial assistance, along with vouchers for food, clothes,prescriptions, small utility bills
Society of St. Vincent de Paul St. Sebastian:
(412)-364-8999
Serves those in 15237 (Ross Twp.) with furniture, clothing, rent, security deposit, utility and food assistance.
St. Teresa of Avila:
(412)-367-9002
Serves those in 15237 (Perrysville) with furniture, clothing, rent, security deposit, utility and food assistance.
Traveler’s Aid:
343 Boulevard of the Allies,Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 281-5474
If a client is on Medical Assistance, they will help with bus tickets forgetting to doctor/medical appointments. Call them and sign up for MATP to get trip tickets (they do notdo monthly passes) for medical appointments.
Low Income Energy Assistance (LIHEAP):
(412)-562-0330
https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/LIHEAP.aspx
Food Assistance
East End Cooperative Ministry:
(412)-345-7149
Community Kitchen serves lunch every Monday through Friday 12:15-1:15pm. 6140 Penn Circle North. Also has food bank and help with social services. Need to bring ID, SS# documents. Open9:30-11:30am & 6:30-8:30pm M-F.
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank:
(412)-460-3663
www.pittsburghfoodbank.org/producetopeople/Produce to People:
Must be 150% of federal poverty guideline, receive government assistance and experiencing a food emergency. Register on site and receive box of food where 3 out of 4 food items are fresh produce. Locations listed on website.
North Hills Community Outreach:
(412)-487-6316
Hampton Area: 1975 Ferguson Rd. Allison Park, PA 15101
(open 1st Tues 5-8pm, 2nd Tues noon-3, 3rd Tues 9-noon, 4th Tues 10am-1pm)
Bellevue Area: 100 S. Jackson Ave Pittsburgh PA 15202
(open 1st and 3rd Thurs 2-4pm, 2nd and 4th Thurs 5-7pm)
Millvale Area: 917 Evergreen Ave Pittsburgh PA 15209
(open 3rd Wed 10-1)
Must reside in Northern Allegheny County and be under 150% of federal poverty level. Bring proof of income for one month and proof of residency
Just Harvest:
(412)-431-8960x602
Apply for food stamps, getting food for kids and filing taxes
North Hills Food Bank:
(412)-366-7477845
Perry Highway / Route 19 PGH PA 15229
In the rear parking lot of Hiland Presbyterian Church in Ross.
Northside Common Ministries:
(412)-323-11701601'
Brighton Road Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Eligibility: Serves residents of 15212, 15214,and 15233.Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Provides fresh and shelf stable food to Pittsburgh northside residents in need.
Housing Assistance
Allegheny Link: 1-(866)-730-2368
Call for referrals to shelters and housing programs 8:00am to 7:00pm. Should direct you to other resources that may be available.
Allegheny County Housing Authority:
(412)-355-8940
Subsidized housing for low-income families. Pay 30% of your monthly income.
Action Housing:
(412)-829-3910
Provides services for families experiencing homelessness, family savings account program, helps first time home buyers, provides energy efficiency loan program, mortgage assistance, helps young people who have aged out of foster care find housing, weatherization assistance and home modifications for individuals for disabilities.
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh:
(412)-227-4802
Rental Assistance, emergency food assistance, food for early development and SNAP.
Compass:
(412)-565-2146
www.compass.state.pa.us
COMPASS provides you access to many of Pennsylvania’s health and human services benefits online and allows you to:Learn about benefits and see if you qualify Apply for benefits and renew existing benefits Manage your benefits Connect to other benefits that aren’t available on COMPASS
McKeesport Housing Authority:
(412)-673-6942
The mission of the housing authority is to primarily assist low-income individuals to find quality housing options in the McKeesport area.
Housing List:
PSCI -
https://www.pghcsi.org/copy-of-training-and-workforce-deve
PCSI staffprovide support for customers who lack safe, affordable housing. We are also working to create significant, long-term solutions to housing issues in Pittsburgh.
Utility Support
Duquesne CAP:
https://www.duquesnelight.com/account-billing/payment-assistance/customer-assistance-program
Our Customer Assistance Program (CAP) was established to assist our low-income customers who may have difficulty paying their bill with an ongoing, affordable monthly payment. CAP offers several benefits to those who are eligible, including a reduced monthly bill, debt forgiveness and security deposit waiver, if needed.
Employment Resources
PA Women Work:
(412)-742-4362
We transform lives through empowerment, employment and economic independence.
Career Link:
(412)-742-4362
Create a PA CareerLink
® account for resume building tools, new job alerts,job search tracking tools, and much more.
Partner4Work:
(412)-552-7090
Partner4Work is the workforce development organization that connects funding, expertise and opportunities for employers, job seekers, agencies, and policy makers to develop a thriving workforce in the Pittsburgh area.
The Mom Project:
https://themomproject.com/talent-community
Find fulfilling job opportunities that fit into your life. Whether you’re searching for your next opportunity, looking to give or get career guidance or just getting started, you’re in the right place.
Human Trafficking
Immigration
Jewish Family & Community Services:
(412)-422-7200
Helps with immediate and long term with secure housing, furniture, food, clothing, signing up for benefits, paperwork, transportation and more.
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PA Women Work RISE Program:
(412)-742-4362
RISE is a career development program for immigrants, refugees, and asylees that offers individualized career services, including assistance developing a professional resume, support in transferring professional skills and credentials, introductions to local and regional employers, and advice for adjusting to the American workplace.
Interpreter Services
Hearing & Deaf Services:
(412)-281-1375
Spoken language interpreters are available 24/7 and if an emergency, may be able to have interpreter on-site within an hour. Need to give interpreter location, contact information, reason why needed and more information.
Immigrant Survivors Advocate Network(ISAN):
1-(866)-421-3463.
Provides language translations in real time.
Jail Release Notification Program
Allegheny County Jail Release Notification Program:
(412)-392-8582
www.vinelink.com
24 hours helpline for victims of crime to receive notification of the release of an offender for the county jail.
LGBTQ+ Services
SisTers PGH:
(412) 297-0548
https://www.sisterspgh.org/,
Serves QTBIPOC (Queer Trans Black Indigenous People of Color), trans, and nonbinary people in Southwestern PA.Programs include Project T transitional housing initiative, BrotherPGH (support for trans men), Name Change Project, others.Drop-in Community Center with access to clothes, toiletries, food, computers, and referrals. Address: 2014 Monongahela Ave, Swissvale, PA 15218; Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm
PERSAD Center
5301 Butler St Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
https://www.persadcenter.org/ (412)-441-9786 ext. 260
Persad Center is dedicated to improving the well-being of same sex couples who are involved in domestic abuse relationships.
Planned Parenthood of Western PA:
933 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412)562-1900
Providing hormones (testosterone hormone therapy or estrogen/antiandrogen therapy) fortrans* individuals.
Legal Resources
Allegheny County Bar Association:
(412)-261-6161
Fee for service.Will provide divorce, custody, PFA hearing consultation if you meet income guidelines. $30 referral fee.
Allegheny County Bar Association – Divorce Law Project:
(412)-402-6714
The Divorce Law Project handles only simple, no-fault divorce actions and cannot handle custody, support, or property claims. You must have a valid address for your spouse. You must bring valid I.D. and proof of income.
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Allegheny County:
(412)-594-3606
Helps children through legal process.
Modest Means Lawyers:
(412)-261-5555
Offer a range of services depending on client’s income.
Neighborhood Legal Services:
(866)-761-6572 or (412)-255-6700
https://nlsa.us/ Open Monday through Thursday 9-noon & 1-3pm. Provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals. Gives advice, assistance in self-representation,referrals to free private attorney. Free interpretation services. Can sign up for services at nlsa.us, click on Get Legal Help.
PA Safe Law Hotline:
(833)-727-2335 (PA-SAFE-LAW)Email Attorney: Replies Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Services are free through PCADV.
Not 24 hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) Live Chat w/ Attorney: Mon- Fri 9am- 5pm -Refers to Attorney email form
Women’s Law Project:
(412)-281-2892
[email protected] Accept a small number of high impact cases and provide legal information. Will refer those they can’t directly represent.
University of Pittsburgh Legal Clinics:
(412)-648-1300
Provides taxpayer, elder, family, health, and immigration law assistance.
Duquesne University Family Law Clinic:
(412)-396-4704
Students of family law clinic represent income-qualified clients with cases of domestic violence, child support and child custody.
Fair Housing Project:
(412)-391-2535
https://fhp.org/contact/ The Fair Housing Partnership of Greater Pittsburgh is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to creating equal housing choice in western Pennsylvania. FHP is the only private qualified fair housing organization dedicated to serving the greater Pittsburgh, PA region. FHP assists individuals in the region who believe they have experienced housing discrimination.
Just Mediation:
https://www.justmediationpgh.org/ (412) 973-0513
Nonprofit dedicated to helping landlords and tenants find solutions to housing disputes.
PASafe Law Hotline:
(888)-727-2335
Live chat with attorney, Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Free through PCADV.
PublicDefenders:
(412)-350-3401
Our office is responsible for furnishing competent and effective legal counsel to any person who lacks sufficient funds to obtain legal counsel in any proceeding where representation is constitutionally required.
Custody Mediation UPMC:
(412)-350-4311
Education, mediation, and conciliation.Mandatory two-part process for those involved in a custody dispute. Meet with a trained mediator to formulate a custody plan.
Medical Resources
Consumer Health Coalition:
(412)-456-1877
Helps individuals enroll in public health insurance programs (Affordable Care Act,Medical Assistance, CHIP), renew health coverage, contact caseworkers to resolve issues, apply for free/low-cost pharmaceutical programs and other services related to health insurance.
Pitt Dental School:
(412)-648-8616
Provides reduced cost dental care. Accepts Medicaid and CHIP. Call for appointment.
Catholic Charities Free Health Care Center:
(412)-456-6911
Routine medical care for ages 18-65 who do not qualify for government programs. Call for appointment.
North Side Christian Health Center:
(412)-321-4001
Routine medical care and home visits to elderly. Sliding scale fee; accepts most insurance;those without insurance asked to pay whatever they can.
Primary Care Health Services:
(412)-244-4775
Provides healthcare on a sliding scale fee and may only have to pay 25-75% of total cost. Need proof of income (if no income, letter from family member or friend stating how you survive) and information about members of household. Download the application at
www.pchspitt.org. Call 412-697-4697 with questions about sliding scale fee.
Mental Health Resources
Resolve Crisis Services:
1-(888)-796-8226
24/7 mental health crisis intervention, stabilization services and mobile crisis team.
Allegheny County WarmLine:
1-(800)-661-9276
Provides peer support for individuals over the age of 18 with mental health challenges living in Allegheny County. Phone lines are open 365 days a year from 10 a.m.to midnight.
Psychologytoday:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
A portal to find mental health services.
Psychiatrist: Dr. Wesley Sowers (412)-624-5237 Trauma informed psychiatrist.
Psychiatrist: Dr. Vered Cohen(724) 260-0550 Private practice, so she might not take all insurances, but she speaks fluent Spanish.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-(800)-273-8255
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones,and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic:
(412)-624-2100
If you or a loved one suffers from a behavioral health disorder, we can help. UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is a national leader in the cutting-edge treatment of mental health and addictive disorders.
Pregnancy Assistance
Catholic Charities Allegheny County:
(412)-456-7219
Open 8:00am-4:00pm. Pregnancy and parenting support services including free,confidentially pregnancy testing, counseling and education. Free infant-care items for children ages 0-2.
Planned Parenthood:
1-(800)-230-7526
Women’s health screening, pregnancy testing/counseling, emergency contraception, birth control.
Women’s Choice Network:
Oakland:(412)-687-7767
Wexford:(724)-935-6411
Northside:(412)-709-6192
Monroeville:(412)-373-2755
Pregnancy tests, STI testing and treatment and other pregnancy and women’s health services. Free and confidential. Bring some form of ID.
Clothing Resources
Treasure House Fashions:
(412)-364-3256
Treasure House Fashions is a nonprofit, quality women’s resale clothing shop with a tender heart. We have a boutique-style atmosphere but maintain a playful and embracing attitude.
Thriftique:
(412)-742-4951
NCJW Pittsburgh Section operates a retail store that not only generates funds to support our mission, but also provides a platform for member volunteerism, community service projects, internships, and employment opportunities for at-risk women moving towards self-sufficiency and young adults with special needs.
Shelters For Victims of DV
Women’s Center & Shelter Pittsburgh:
(412)-687-8005 Pets accepted. Will accept teenage males. Has the ability to place men in a hotel.
Center for Victims McKeesport:
(866)-644-2882
Alle-Kiski Area Hope CenterTarentum: (888)-299-4673
Pets accepted.
Women’s Center of Beaver County (724)-775-0131
VOICE Butler County:
800-400-8551
The Blackburn Center Greensburg:
(724)-836-1122
Domestic Violence Services of SW PA Washington County: (724)-223-9190
Greene County: (724)-852-2463
Fayette County: (724)-439-9500
*Call shelter numbers directly to see if beds are available—also call Allegheny Link to get on shelter list*Be sure to ask for any accommodations needed*Out of county shelters give priority to in-county residents—advocate may call with victim’s verbal confirmation/signed release to advocate on their behalf (do not give identifying information)—inform shelterall Allegheny Co. shelters are full and victim is in immediate danger and in need of shelter
Shelters For Women, Men, & Families
Allegheny Link:
(866)-730-2368
Open 8:00am to 7:00pm. Call this number to get on list for shelter in addition to calling DV shelters. Victims of DV should tell the link they are victims of DV.
Bethlehem Haven
Pittsburgh: (412)-391-1348
Provides temporary emergency shelter to women ages 18+ up to 60 days.
Family Crisis Center
(412)-362-0891
Open 24/7. Units for families to stay together. Provides counseling, instruction on daily living skills, help schedule appointments for housing, employment job training, public assistance, etc. Provides three meals a day and snacks for children.
Havin Inc
1-(800)-841-8881
Armstrong County. Cold weather shelter.
Pleasant Valley Men’s Shelter
Pittsburgh: (412)-323-1163
Shelter for single men only. Opens at 4:30pm, provides food, shower, place to sleep, weekly medical clinic, counseling
Welcome Home Greensburg:
(724)-838-9133
Cold weather shelter
YWCA (Short Term) McKeesport:
(412)-664-9168
Single room occupancy shelter for men or women.
Genesis House
(412)-766-2693
Nestled on a quiet residential street in Bellevue, the Genesis House, is a maternity care facility for pregnant women in need of shelter.
WomenSpace East
(412)-765-2661
Womanspace East Inc. (WSE Inc.) provides emergency shelter to families with dependent children.The primary objective in emergency shelter is to identify the cause of homelessness and take necessary steps towards finding permanent housing through case management and referrals.
YWCA (Long Term)
(412)-391-5100
While the Housing and Homelessness Programs offer a continuum of housing options, the programs provide more than housing assistance. The following housing options are coordinated by the YWCA: 30-day Emergency Shelter, Transitional andBridge Housing, Single Room Occupancy, and Permanent Housing for Persons with Disabilities.
Family Links
(866)-583-6003
Family links isa provider of youth and family-centered services. If you or a loved one requires supervised care, are at risk of homelessness, need emergency shelter,or are having trouble finding housing, we can help.
Naomi House
(412)-361-3888
NAOMI House operates on an emergency,front-line basis. That is, providing food, clothing, shelter, safety, andprayer, on-call, as the need arises.
Sisters Place
(412)-233-3903
Sisters Place is a supportive housing community committed to assisting single parent families who are homeless in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The organization helps families move toward self-sufficiency by providing housing and supportive services. YWCA PGH (Permanent) (412)-361-6433 Permanent,supportive housing for homeless individuals with a substance abuse and/or mental health diagnosis or HIV/AIDS. This program is for single individuals and individuals with children.
Women in Christian Ministries
(412)-262-3276
Women In Christian Ministries offers safety for women and their children who are in a crisis situation and in need of immediate refuge on a short- or long-term basis. The services include transitional living which restores the women spiritually, physically, and mentally to transition back into the community.
Women’s Place
(800)-220-8116 or (866)-202-5573
A Woman's Place (AWP) has a full-service shelter ina confidential and secure location. Services through AWP shelter include:·Provision of a safe and nurturing environment·Provision of food and clothing·Counseling, support, and advocacy. Financial, housing, employment, education, and legal assistance.
AWARE
(888)-981-1457
Provides homeless emergency shelter,transitional housing, help with locating and establishing a new residence, and case management.
Arise Crisis Shelter
(724)-652-9036
Provides short-term, temporary shelter to adults and children who need emergency housing because of abuse and violence or threats of abuse and violence.
HEARTH:
(412)-366-9801
HEARTH is a warm place to find support, community with others and a place to call home because a safe place matters.
Helping All Victims in Need:
(724)-919-8400
A secure,confidential shelter is available for individuals who are unsafe in their homes due to Domestic Violence and/or Sexual Assault. Shelter approval is dependent upon availability. Advocates are available 24/7 to assist guests in support,education, options & information and referral to community resources.
Debra House:
(412)-271-5787
Debra House Shelter for Women and Children, Braddock, PA, resource for homeless shelter,emergency housing, and transitional housing assistance.
Light of Life:
(412)-258-6100
The Light of Life Mission offers a bridge housing program that provides case management, D&A counseling, life skills training, and employment counseling.
Salvation Army:
(412)-362-0891
Provides shelter to Single Women, Women & Men w/ Children, Youths 18-21 years old.40 beds. Provides meals. Also provides referrals. Has laundry and bathing facilities.
Roselia Center:
(412)-682-4410
Offers temporary housing for single, unwed mothers.
East End Cooperative Ministries:
(412)-361-5144
Our shelter helps individual adults become stable by meeting their basic needs with shelter and food. Those in the emergency shelter also receive assistance obtaining benefits, accessing health care, and locating permanent housing. Once a person achieves stability in the shelter program, Case Management and the Education Employment team will work with them to build on their strengths and develop a pathway to higher levels of self-sufficiency and self-fulfillment.
ORR Compassionate Care Center:
(412)-362-3550
Provides post-hospital respite care for individuals who are recuperating from an illness or injury and require non-medical care/assistance (meals, ADA-accessible accommodations, etc.). *Be sure to ask for any accommodations needed
Sexual Assault Services
Center for Victims:
1-(866)-644-2882
24/7 crisis hotline to respond to emergency needs and provide support
Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR):
1-(866)-363-7273
24/7 free confidential helpline. Provide counseling, medical and legal advocacy.
Family Resources
1425 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
https://familyresources.org/ 412-363-1702, ext. 1302
Help victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
Suicide Support
Resolve Crisis Services:
1-(888)-796-8226 (1-888-7-YOU CAN)
[email protected]24-7 mental health crisis intervention, stabilization services, & mobile crisis team.Serves adults, teens, children.Walk in clinic: 333 North Braddock Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
988 or 1-(800)-273-8255
Caller will listen to an automated message with options while call is routed to local network crisis center. Trained crisis worker will answer the call and provide support and help caller get the help they need
Transportation Assistance
*If an individual’s life is in danger, police officers may provide transportation to emergency shelter—advocates may never provide transportation
ACCESS:
(412)-562-5353
Provides door-to-door transit for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities
North Hills Community Outreach Transportation Assistance Program:
(412)-408-3830 ext 3225
[email protected]To qualify you must live in Northern Allegheny Co., North of the City of Pittsburgh and income must be at or below 150% of FPL. Provides one-time assistance for vehicle ownership expenses (repair, insurance payment to avoid break in coverage,payment to avoid repo, gas cards, car seats, AAA membership), transportation expenses or limited matching funds for vehicle purchase (must be at 250% of FPL, working 25+ hours/week).
Traveler’s Aid:
(412)-281-5474
All programs have enrollment process and eligibility requirements. Victims can access services when: receiving or in need of prenatal care, has a small child receiving medical care and has limited transportation/is staying at one of Allegheny Co. shelters. Traditional Stranded Program: provides bus passes and gas reimbursement cards only. Proof that the individual is in crisis (PFA or police report) is required to receive transportation assistance. To access this service, call the Travelers Aid Greyhound location at 412-281-0751 or walk in at Grant St. Transportation Center, 55 11
th St. Suite 200, Pittsburgh PA 15222.
Travel Navigation Center:
(412)-562-5104
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm.
Offers Medical Appointment Transportation Program—free service for anyone who is receiving Medical Assistance and needs to go to a medical appointment of any kind. Offers Senior Citizen Programs for senior citizens or individuals with disabilities to help with transportation needs.
Ways to Work: (866)-965-5929 x650To qualify for aloan, you must have a valid PA driver’s license, employed for at least 3 months+ for at least 20 hours/week. Must live in Allegheny or Westmoreland counties, proof of ability to afford monthly rent. Fill out a pre-application online.
Transportation Services
Amtrack:
1-(800)-872-7245
1100 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh 1522
Port Authority:
(412)-442-2000
345 Sixth Ave #3, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Pittsburgh Greyhound Station:
(412)-392-6514
11th St. & Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh PA1522
Z-Trip:
(412)-777-777
Book a taxi. Download zTrip app.
Other Services & Networks
Domestic Violence Services
Housing Assistance
Financial, Food, Medical, & Utilities Assistance
Support Networks