Family Health

Pittsburgh and Philadelphia Families: Food Banks & Pantries During SNAP Pause

With the federal SNAP benefits pause affecting thousands in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia families just ahead of the holidays, families are turning to local food banks and pantries to make sure…

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Halloween Safety Tips for Families

Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and candy, but safety should always come first! Whether your family is trick-or-treating, attending a party, or handing out treats, here are key…

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State Pauses SNAP Payments — What It Means for Families

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced a temporary pause on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments following notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that federal…

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Hooray for Kids Day!

Every child deserves a day to be celebrated just for being them; for their laughter that lights up a room, their dreams that stretch beyond the stars, their resilience in…

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Tackling Food Insecurity Through ASCI’s Community Garden

Food insecurity is more than just an empty fridge or skipped meal. It’s the daily stress of choosing between groceries and gas, rent or dinner. For many low-income families, access…

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Camp COPES Returns for an Empowering Summer Experience!

Summer is here, and that means it’s time for connection, movement, and growth—and what better way to experience all three than at Camp COPES! Camp COPES (Children Optimizing Personal Experience…

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Caring for Men, Caring for Children

Mental health is often framed as an individual concern, but its effects extend far beyond the self—especially when considering the impact on families and children. Conversations about men’s mental health…

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You Are Beautiful in Your Skin

June is Beautiful in Your Skin Month, and here at ASCI, we’re taking this moment to speak directly to every young person in care: You are enough, just as you…

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Inspiring Care, Lasting Impact: A Celebration of Service

We are overjoyed to share a heartwarming highlight from this spring! ASCI attended a Foster Parent Appreciation Luncheon held on May 15, 2025. It was a truly special day, filled…

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Maternal Mental Health Month: Supporting Moms, Strengthening Families

Every May, we observe Maternal Mental Health Month to bring attention to a topic that too often stays in the shadows: the mental and emotional well-being of mothers during pregnancy…

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