No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are struggling, don't hesitate to get help. Find resources: 🥗 dhs.pa.gov/SNAP  🤝 www.pa-navigate.org 🥫 feedingpa.org 🍎 dhs.pa.gov/Ending-Hunger 🍼 pawic.com

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Launches Strategic Enforcement Initiative to Protect Home Care Workers’ Rights: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/strategic-enforcement-initiative-to-protect-home-care-workers 

Changes are coming to Medicaid – also known as Medical Assistance in Pennsylvania – starting January 1, 2027! Check out our new Medicaid changes webpage to stay updated on these changes and learn what you need to do to prepare: dhs.pa.gov/MedicaidChanges

DYK? CHIP isn’t only for low-income families. Parents may think their kids can't get CHIP coverage because they make too much money. Not true! CHIP covers uninsured kids and teens up to age 19 who are not eligible for Medical Assistance. Apply today: chipcoverspakids.com

Supporting Child Care Workers & Families: Shapiro Administration Highlights $5 Million Increase in 2026-27 Budget for Child Care Recruitment and Retention Bonuses: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/-5-million-increase-in-2026-27-budget-for-child-care-bonuses 

PA Human Services sends automated text messages with important information about your benefits to help you keep them. PA DHS will never ask you to provide personal information over text message!

Have you heard about PA Navigate? It’s a website that helps you find the support you need, all in one place. See what your community has to offer! Enter your zip code at www.pa-navigate.org to get started today.

It’s National Kinship Month, PA! Kinship caregivers are grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, adult siblings, and even family friends who make the selfless choice to take on parenting responsibilities when biological parents can't.

Scam Alert Reminder: DHS will never call or text to request personal info. Do not call scam numbers back and never enter your EBT number or PIN! Report suspicious texts or calls to the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477). Learn more: dhs.pa.gov/scams

Changes are coming to Medicaid – also known as Medical Assistance in Pennsylvania – starting January 1, 2027! If you currently have Medicaid, watch your mailbox for a letter from PA DHS soon with more info! Learn more and stay covered: dhs.pa.gov/MedicaidChanges 

Please note: EBT transactions and services will be under maintenance: September 15, 2026, 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM. September 16, 2026, 1:00 AM to 7:00 AM. September 17, 2026, 3:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Transactions and services may be affected during this timeframe.

The Shapiro Administration is committed to ensuring the choices and freedoms of Pennsylvanians with disabilities are protected so they can live, work, and participate fully in their chosen community.

It's Direct Support Professionals Week! Governor Josh Shapiro has signed an official proclamation recognizing the vital contributions DSPs provide to address the physical and mental health of individuals with disabilities, as well as veterans and senior citizens.

Shapiro Administration is Helping Pennsylvanians Prepare for Major Federal Changes Coming to Medicaid, Ensuring Eligible Residents Continue to be Covered: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/helping-pennsylvanians-prepare-for-major-federal-changes-to-medi 

Did you know? SNAP E&T supports you every step of the way so you can focus on training and building your skills for success! Discover how SNAP E&T can help you today: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resources/snap/snap-employment-training

Please be advised that COMPASS will be unavailable from 5:00pm to 6:30pm today, September 10, 2026, due to maintenance and upgrades. Use the online tool prior to or following the maintenance window: dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS 

You matter! This earth is so much more beautiful with you in it!! That’s the message from Prevent Suicide PA’s poster contest winner Mya Reese of Central Columbia School District. Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, and we couldn’t agree more.

It's Back-to-School time and healthy kids are ready to learn! CHIP provides access to free, routine care including vaccinations, so kids can stay strong throughout the school year. Learn more and apply at ChipCoversPAKids.com.

It’s National Kinship Month, PA! Kinship caregivers are grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, adult siblings, and even family friends who make the selfless choice to take on parenting responsibilities when biological parents can't.

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Launches Strategic Enforcement Initiative to Protect Home Care Workers’ Rights: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/strategic-enforcement-initiative-to-protect-home-care-workers 

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Highlights Statewide Suicide Prevention Plan to Support Mental Health of All Pennsylvanians During National Suicide Prevention Month: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/national-suicide-prevention-month 

Older adults, Medical Assistance recipients & persons with disabilities may qualify for free or low-cost public transit. Providers operating across PA offer programs to assist these riders with their transportation needs. Learn more: pa.gov/FindMyRide.

#988Day is a moment to raise awareness, share reasons for reaching out for support, and remind everyone: help is just three digits away. Hear from Micah Dean from NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania's VIBE Team about why it’s OK to reach out for help.

#988Day is a moment to raise awareness, share reasons for reaching out for support, and remind everyone: help is just three digits away. Hear from Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center Manager of Crisis Intervention Shanon Ward about why it’s OK to reach out for help.

Happy Labor Day, PA! We are grateful for the progress made possible by organized labor, and we thank our friends in labor for all they do for PA. Have a safe and relaxing holiday! Our offices are closed. Access your benefits 24 hours a day online: dhs.pa.gov/compass 

It's Back-to-School time and healthy kids are ready to learn! CHIP provides access to free, routine care including vaccinations, so kids can stay strong throughout the school year. Learn more and apply at ChipCoversPAKids.com.

Is your contact info up to date? DHS sends important information – including benefits renewal information – through the mail. Make sure your contact info is up to date with both DHS and the US Postal Service so that you receive information about your benefits!

Changes are coming to Medicaid – also known as Medical Assistance in Pennsylvania – starting January 1, 2027! If you currently have Medicaid, watch your mailbox for a letter from PA DHS soon with more info! Learn more and stay covered: dhs.pa.gov/MedicaidChanges

Scam Alert Reminder: DHS will never call or text to request personal info. Do not call scam numbers back and never enter your EBT number or PIN! Report suspicious texts or calls to the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477). Learn more: dhs.pa.gov/scams 

Shapiro Administration Highlights Statewide Suicide Prevention Plan to Support Mental Health of All Pennsylvanians During National Suicide Prevention Month: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/national-suicide-prevention-month