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Prepares job seekers for the global workforce through employment and job training services for youth, adults, older adults, and dislocated workers. Enforces regulations and safety standards in the workplace and administers the Commonwealth's programs for community service by young Pennsylvanians. Administers benefits to unemployed individuals, oversees the administration of workers' compensation benefits to individuals with job-related injuries and/or illnesses, and provides vocational rehabilitation to individuals with disabilities.

Matches eligible seniors with local nonprofits or public agencies to increase skills while earning an income. Based on their employment interests/goals, participants may receive supportive services or training through an educational institution.

55+ Employment Workshop: Workshop is conducted every first and third Wednesday from 9-11 am at 150 N Queen St, Suite 415, Lancaster. During the workshop, information on the job market, job search and interviewing techniques are presented. Participants are also led through exercises designed to develop the positive attitudes that are necessary for a successful job search. All attendees are enrolled in the 55+ Job Bank and are screened for possible eligibility for the federally subsidized Senior Community Service Employment Program. 55+Job Bank: This program is a job referral service for older job seekers. People of all skill, experience, income and education levels may participate. They must be 55 years or over and a Lancaster County resident. Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP): The SCSEP is funded by the US Dept of Labor under Title V of the Older Americans Act. It provides 20 hour a week minimum wage jobs for Lancaster County residents who are over 55 years of age and have inco

Provides assistance with senior benefit programs, Medicare & Supplementary programs, eligibility for low-income senior programs including home and community services, along with: home-delivered meals, prescription drug programs, health & Wellness programs, person-centered counseling, case management, senior activities, support groups and volunteering opportunities.

Offers a wide array of non-residential community support programs for adults with specials needs including older adult learning centers, vocational needs, and other support programs and day programs.

Offers public health and clinic services including family planning, immunizations, STD testing and treatment, lead abatement, emergency preparedness, maternal and child health, limited dental care, in-home asthma trigger assessments, injury prevention, and chronic disease education.

Provides diabetes education services to individuals and families. Offers expert guidance in a supportive environment to help participants manage their condition, make lifestyle changes, and understand available diabetes technologies. Aims to improve quality of life and reduce complications by encouraging informed self-management of diabetes.

Works to improve the quality of life of Allegheny County residents by addressing root causes of chronic diseases to prevent, detect, delay, and/or manage chronic health conditions such as heart disease, Alzheimer's disease and related dementia, diabetes, and cancer. To learn more about the programs offered, visit the "About Chronic Disease" page on the intake website.

Offers treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which offers clients a nontraditional approach to therapy. This therapy combines a licensed mental health professional, a certified equine specialist, and a therapy horse to create a research-based treatment model which strives to resolve emotional difficulties caused by disturbing, difficult, or frightening life experiences. The horse is an integral part of treatment because horses are prey animals and therefore are extremely alert and sensitive to the emotions of those around them. Clients learn to identify their own emotional state by observing the reaction from the horse. The horse also helps the client stay grounded as the client processes past traumas.

Provides patient advocacy and crisis counseling in-person and by phone to victims of abuse at Delaware County hospitals. Trains Delaware County health care providers of all disciplines (including physicians, nurses, first responders and allied health professionals) to identify domestic violence warning signs and best practices for patient support.

Program provides medication, support and education to patients diagnosed with chronic diseases. Each patient will receive an individualized care plan, including regular contact with medical professionals, community resources and strategies for self-management.

Provides trauma-informed support and counseling for individuals with chronic illness and substance use disorder. Uses a variety of activities to promote healing and support wellness, including support groups, dance, meditation, pilates, poetry, reiki, tai chi, breathwork, and yoga.

Coordinates all chronic disease programs sponsored and facilitated in partnership with other agencies; acts as a team leader for Injury Prevention, Tobacco, Oral Health, Asthma, Arthritis, Osteoporosis, as well as Cardiovascular programs. Chronic disease team nurses provide information to the public by presenting educational programs and are available for individual consultation.

Provides telephone support, answers emails, and responds to online form submissions. Offers support topics such as current epilepsy treatments and alternative therapies, medication questions, support groups, seizure first aid and safety devices, employment and discrimination, emotional support, Epilepsy Foundation local offices, and Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP).

Provides supportive services for individuals with cystic fibrosis and their families. Funds research and drug development, offers care and support, hosts events throughout the year, and provides information and referral services.

Offers an 8-week, Zoom-based, group educational program for adults who would like to learn how to better manage their epilepsy. Designed to increase the medical, psychosocial, and community adjustment of adults with active seizure conditions. Each week, participants will explore different topics and skills to manage their condition effectively.

Provides supportive services for individuals with cystic fibrosis and their families. Funds research and drug development, offers care and support, hosts events throughout the year, and provides information and referral services.

Offers an 8-week, Zoom-based, one-on-one memory and cognition coaching program designed to help navigate and cope with memory challenges. Each week, participants will explore skills to compensate for memory loss and techniques to manage stress.

Provides: A) Outpatient Individual Therapy: Traditional one on one hourly counseling focuses on issues such as family of interpersonal relationships, stress, anxiety and other emotional concerns in conjunction with chemical dependency (CD). B) Outpatient Group Therapy: Weekly group therapy focuses on strategies for maintaining a sober, healthy lifestyle and developing a supportive external environment for recovery. This group also assists in identifying and resolving emotional/behavioral issues that could lead to relapse. Clients may continue with aftercare following treatment. C) Outpatient Family Therapy: This program provides the family with education and support regarding the disease of chemical dependency (CD). We believe that families become ill when one or more members are chemically dependent and that the illness will progress without treatment. The program's goal is to offer awareness and alternatives to the frustration and confusion that results from the disease of chemical dependency (CD).

Provides: A) Outpatient Individual Therapy: Traditional one on one hourly counseling focuses on issues such as family of interpersonal relationships, stress, anxiety and other emotional concerns in conjunction with chemical dependency (CD). B) Outpatient Group Therapy: Weekly group therapy focuses on strategies for maintaining a sober, healthy lifestyle and developing a supportive external environment for recovery. This group also assists in identifying and resolving emotional/behavioral issues that could lead to relapse. Clients may continue with aftercare following treatment. C) Outpatient Family Therapy: This program provides the family with education and support regarding the disease of chemical dependency (CD). We believe that families become ill when one or more members are chemically dependent and that the illness will progress without treatment. The program's goal is to offer awareness and alternatives to the frustration and confusion that results from the disease of chemical dependency (CD).

Provides: A) Outpatient Individual Therapy: Traditional one on one hourly counseling focuses on issues such as family of interpersonal relationships, stress, anxiety and other emotional concerns in conjunction with chemical dependency (CD). B) Outpatient Group Therapy: Weekly group therapy focuses on strategies for maintaining a sober, healthy lifestyle and developing a supportive external environment for recovery. This group also assists in identifying and resolving emotional/behavioral issues that could lead to relapse. Clients may continue with aftercare following treatment. C) Outpatient Family Therapy: This program provides the family with education and support regarding the disease of chemical dependency (CD). We believe that families become ill when one or more members are chemically dependent and that the illness will progress without treatment. The program's goal is to offer awareness and alternatives to the frustration and confusion that results from the disease of chemical dependency (CD).

Offers health promotion programs including exercise, chronic condition management, and health assessments. Activities may include Tai Chi, line dancing, yoga, nutrition, injury prevention, emotional wellness, art, music, and healthy aging classes. Operates as a cooling center during extreme heat emergencies (Code Red).

Offers a full range of therapeutic, home and community-based services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services include behavioral supports, community integration activities, community residential services, community residential living, counseling, home and community habilitation, Life Sharing (Family Living), specialized services for autism, supported employment, and supported living services.

Provides a variety of services to assist individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families to live and work in their home communities. Support services offered are based in the local community and encourage active participation by the individual, their family, friends, and neighbors. Services include: residential and in-home care, vocational and employment services, family support and specialized therapies, and specialized early intervention services for children from birth to age 3 who have a developmental delay.

Provides support and treatment for the pregnant or postpartum woman and her family as well as guidance for her treating physician or therapist. Services include, but are not limited to: -Screening and diagnostic assessment for prenatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders -Consultation, training and supervision for healthcare professionals -Risk assessment and counseling for women and men with a history of emotional illness who are preparing for pregnancy. -Psychotherapy for depression and anxiety during pregnancy and the postpartum period (OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, psychosis) -Grief counseling for miscarriage, stillbirth, newborn loss or termination -Pre and post abortion support -Adoption support -Infertility support -Neonatal Intensive Care support -Reproductive health issues -Support for complications related to pregnancy & birth(Unexpected Outcomes Program)