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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
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Our vision is that all Pennsylvanians live safe, healthy, and independent lives, free of discrimination and inequity.
If #BlackFriday and the holiday season is stressful for you, you are not alone.

If you need someone to talk to, the 988 Lifeline is here for you. Get support anytime — day or night.

Call or text: 988. Chat: pa.gov/988
November 28, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful to provide programs that help Pennsylvanians and support local communities.

Our offices are closed today and tomorrow, but applications for assistance can be accessed anytime at dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS.
November 27, 2025 at 4:18 PM
The holiday season can be stressful. Self-care is important!

Take a moment to prepare for the season by reflecting on the positives in your life and allow yourself to feel grateful for those experiences.
November 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
DYK? Getting involved in your community is an act of self-care. You’ll find a sense of purpose and joy throughout the holiday season by helping others.

Find your local food bank and get started today! feedingpa.org
November 26, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Shapiro Administration Secures Additional Funding for Early Intervention Workforce, Increases Access to Services for Children: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs...
November 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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.
November 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are able, please consider donating food or volunteer time to your local food pantry. Let’s work together to help our neighbors in need.

Find your local food pantry: feedingpa.org
November 24, 2025 at 4:16 PM
It’s OK to not be OK. Help is available, and you are not alone!

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 or chat: pa.gov/988.

If you or a loved one is in need of substance use treatment or resources, contact the Get Help Now helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
November 21, 2025 at 9:08 PM
No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are able, please consider donating food or volunteer time to your local food pantry. Let’s work together to help our neighbors in need.

Find your local food pantry: feedingpa.org
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
During #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth, we honor the many Pennsylvanians providing dignified care for loved ones across our communities. Being a caregiver is a selfless act of love that is both rewarding and challenging, but remember, you don’t have to do it alone.
November 19, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Governor Shapiro is tackling Pennsylvania’s child care crisis — helping parents stay in the workforce and ensuring children have access to quality care. There are 3,000 unfilled child care jobs in Pennsylvania.
November 17, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Shapiro Administration Issues Full November 2025 SNAP Benefits less than 24 Hours following End of Federal Government Shutdown: bit.ly/4i3SiSj
November 14, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Governor Shapiro is tackling Pennsylvania’s child care crisis — helping parents stay in the workforce and ensuring children have access to quality care.
November 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Pennsylvania Resumes Paying Full SNAP Benefits following End of Federal Government Shutdown: bit.ly/3JygZJN
November 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
DHS recognizes the service and sacrifices made by Pennsylvania veterans all year long. Thank you for making our country and commonwealth a safer place.

#VeteransDay
November 11, 2025 at 3:58 PM
No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are able, please consider donating food or volunteer time to your local food pantry. We’re all in this together. Let’s work together to help our neighbors in need. Find your local food pantry: feedingpa.org
November 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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.
November 6, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Scam Alert Reminder: DHS will never call or text an individual to request personal information. Please report any texts or calls about DHS benefits that seem suspicious by calling the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477).
November 6, 2025 at 3:28 PM
No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are able, please consider donating food or volunteer time to your local food pantry. We’re all in this together. Let’s work together to help our neighbors in need. Find your local food pantry: feedingpa.org
November 5, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Be present in the moment. Observe your surroundings and sensations and engage in the present moment. This can help you ground yourself and find a sense of calm and awareness.
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Accept your vulnerabilities. As humans, we all have thoughts, fears, and insecurities that arise from time to time. Accept your vulnerabilities as a natural part of life, and extend the same understanding and compassion to others.
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Find ways to be kind. Making others happy impacts our mental and emotional health too. Make a point each day to share kindness and treat others the way you would like to be treated.
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Personalize creative rituals. Find a creative outlet that resonates with you. Designate a space and time for creativity in your life, and immerse yourself in the artistic process.
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Establish a calming bedtime routine. Wind down with gentle stretching, reading, or breathing exercises and aim for a consistent sleep schedule to improve mood.
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
It’s #NationalStressAwarenessDay!

Here are a few self-care tips that you can use today, and every day, to help with stress, anxiety, and depression, and be present in the moment.
November 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM