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Community Based Prevention Services DivisionResource Directory A Guide to Prevention ServicesThis directory consists only of programs funded by the Department of Human Services through its Prevention Division. Many additional services are available throughout Philadelphia to support children and families and to address challenges that may lead to abuse, neglect, delinquency, and truancy.A variety of other publications and resources are available for information about the larger array of services to children and families. A notable source of information, sponsored by the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania, is , an online application with a database of thousands of service providers in the five-county Philadelphia region.While every effort was made to provide accurate, up-to-date information on each provider, programs and locations change frequently. We would appreciate your assistance in maintaining and improving the accuracy of this resource guide. For changes, errors, and/or suggestions, please contact:Waleska MaldonadoDeputy Commissioner, Prevention DivisionWaleska.Maldonado@Table of ContentsInformation and Referral Support ServicesDiversion Case ManagementFamily Empowerment Services (FES)Case Management for Pregnant Women with Substance Abuse (CAPTA)LGBTQ Youth focused Case ManagementRapid Service ResponseCovenant House Street Outreach ProgramCommunity & Family Support ServicesAchieving Reunification CenterPrevention Assistance FundCribs for KidsParenting EducationGrandma’s KidsHousing ServicesOlder Youth ServicesAchieving Independence Center YV Life Set ProgramE3 – GED and Career Readiness PowerCorps – Career Readiness and Case Management Education and Child Care Support ServicesEducation Stability ConsultationESSA – Transportation Services for Children in CareChild Care Truancy Intervention and Prevention ServicesPositive Youth Development and Out-of-School Time Services (OST)Out of School Time ProgrammingBig Brothers-Big Sisters MentoringGirls Track Positive Youth Development ProgramBoys Track Positive Youth Development ProgramFree Library LEAP Afterschool ProgramDomestic Violence and Sexual Violence ServicesInformation Referral and Support ServicesReferrals to the services listed in this guide can be made two ways. In addition, walk-in referrals to any of the providers listed in this guide are welcomed. Or, call 215-683-4000, Monday – Friday 9:00am-5:00pm.For DHS staff: Go to DHS Central and click on “Referrals” and choose “IRSS Form.” For CUA/Providers: Go to DHS Central Extranet and click on “IRSS Form.” (To get to DHS’ Extranet, go to dhs and click on the “Contract Provider” link and log in using your agency’s User Name and Password.)Diversion Case Management ProgrammingFamily Empowerment Services – Raising a family and maintaining a household can be extremely challenging. Family Empowerment Services (FES) provides intensive case management that assesses these challenges and provides support and resources to maintain a stable and healthy family.Congreso de Latinos Unidos216 West Somerset Street Philadelphia, Pa 19133Phone: 215-718-4289Website: HYPERLINK "" Zip Codes: 19122, 19124, 19125, 19133, 19134, 19135, 19137, and 19149Intercultural Family Services4225 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104Phone: 215-386-1298Website: Zip Codes: 19104, 19131, 19139, 19142, 19143, 19151, and 19153Family Support Services1325 S 33rd StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19146 Phone: 267- 546-3000Phone: 610- 352-7610Website: HYPERLINK "" Zip Codes: Citywide Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Greater Philadelphia1501 N. Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19122267-256-2200Website: Zip Codes: 19121, 19122, 19123, 19129, 19132, 19133, 19140, 19141The Village (Formerly Presbyterian Children’s Village)6517 Chester AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19142215-730-2249Website: Zip Codes: 19104, 19131, 19139, 19142, 19143, 19151, and 19153United Communities Southeast Philadelphia101 Ellsworth Street Philadelphia, Pa 19147215-468-1645Website: Zip Codes: 19102, 19103, 19106, 19107, 19112, 19123, 19130, 19145, 19146, 19147, and 19148Youth Service, Inc. 6325 Burbridge Street Philadelphia, Pa 19144215-848-6200Website: HYPERLINK "" ZIP Codes: 19118, 19119, 19120, 19121, 19126, 19127, 19128, 19129, 19132, 19138, 19140, 19141, 19144, 19150 Case Management for Pregnant Women with Substance Abuse (CAPTA) – Intensive home visitation and case management for women and their infants that are affected by exposure to an illicit substance at the time of the baby’s birth.Health Federation of Philadelphia1211 Chestnut Street, Suite 811Philadelphia, Pa 19107 Phone: 215-567-8001Website: Zip Codes: CitywideLGBTQ Youth Focused Case Management – Community-based case management services for DHS involved youth that identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) to promote positive outcomes with housing stability, life skills, health and wellness, academic achievement, employment, and family and peer relationships. Attic Youth Center255 S 16th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102-3303Phone: 215-545-4331Website: Zip Codes: CitywideMazzoni Center1201 Chestnut StreetPhiladelphia, Pa 19107 Phone: 215-563-0652, ext. 220Website: Zip Codes: CitywideGALAEI149 W. Susquehanna AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19122Phone: 267-457-3912Website: Zip Codes: CitywideRapid Service Response – In-home support services focused on increasing parents’ and caregivers’ ability to provide safe and nurturing home environment in order to prevent the need for out-of-home placement. This is a DHS only referred service for up to 60 days.Carson Valley Children’s Aid2300 W. Allegheny AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19132Phone: 215-225-2649 ext. 149Website: cvca-Zip codes: CitywideCovenant House Street Outreach Program – Street outreach team that works with youth who are experiencing homelessness or vicarious housing situations to ensure that they have emergency resources, shelter, food, clothing, counseling and referrals to seek other housing options.Covenant House31 E. Armat StreetPhiladelphia Pa, 19144Phone: 215-951-5411 Website: Zip codes: CitywideCommunity and Family Support ServicesAchieving Reunification Center– A “one-stop” support center that provides services to parents or other reunification resources of children in placement who have the permanency goal of reunification. The services include:Education/Training EmploymentHousingMental Health SupportsBudgeting/Financial Planning ServicesParenting ClassesD & A ServicesAchieving Reunification Center 714 Market Street, 5th Floor Philadelphia, PaPhone: 267.514.3500 Website: ZIP Codes: CitywidePrevention Assistance Fund – The Prevention Assistance Fund provides financial support for concrete goods, rental and utility assistance to eligible families. Recipients eligible for the fund are families and children who are receiving services through the following programs: Domestic ViolenceFamily Empowerment Services (FES)Education Support CenterTruancy Intervention and Prevention ServicesRapid Service ResponseHousingCRU (Intake) and Child Welfare Operations for cases not opened for servicePHMC - DHS Prevention Fund1500 Market Street – Suite 1500Philadelphia, PA 19102Website: Zip codes: CitywideTo obtain an application go to Click on: Program & affiliates Scroll to: Emergency Assistance Click on: Prevention Fund ApplicationsCribs for Kids – Provides cribs to families in need to help reduce deaths due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and improper sleep environment. Maternity Care Coalition2000 Hamilton Street, Ste. 205Philadelphia, PA 19130Phone: 215-989-3589Website: programs/cribs.htmlTarget ZIP Codes: CitywideParenting Education – Community-based Parenting Education and Anger Management programming to at-risk populations throughout Philadelphia. Parent Education strengthens family connections and provides families with needed skills to reduce incidences of child abuse and neglect.Parent ACTION NETWORK (PAN) Department of Human ServicesCommunity Based Prevention Division1515 Arch StreetPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania 19102Phone: ?215 PARENTS Website: Target ZIP Codes: Citywide Parenting Collaborative – Collaborates with DHS, PAN and CUAs to refer potential parents to an appropriate class. Provides information?about programming as well as identify and connect the individual to a parenting education class that matches the potential participants need.?Contact PCReferral@ or call 215 825-8259 for additional information.PHMC – Parenting Collaborative 1500 Market Street – Suite 1500Philadelphia, PA 19102Phone: 215-825-8259Website: Zip codes: CitywideGrandma’s Kids & Family and Friends – Family support and respite care for children kindergarten to 5th grade in kinship placement, foster care, and informal care that are being raised by grandparents/relatives. Temple University/Center for Intergenerational Learning1601 N. Broad Street USB 206Philadelphia, Pa 19122 Phone: 215-204-3199 Website: Target ZIP Codes: CitywideFamily support program for families with special needs in Philadelphia. Social workers and older adult volunteers work together to provide support to families and children, including respite care, in their homes and in the community. Housing ServicesHousing services are available to DHS involved families with the goal to prevent placement or encourage rapid reunification. Housing programs can only be accessed by completing a referral packet, found on DHS Central. The referral packet must include: Housing Referral Form, PHA Household Member Verification Form, Single Case Plan, and Court Order. These may be submitted in person to the Housing Unit on the 5th floor of the OPB or via email DHS_Housing@ Supportive Housing Programs (Youth) – supportive services and housing to achieve self-sufficiency and independence for youth (16-21) who meet the following criteria: considered homeless by HUD, previous placement history with DHS, and a current resident of Philadelphia.Methodist Family Services, Freshstart ProgramNorthern Home, Generations IIValley Youth House, SHPMethodist, QUADSFamily Unification Program (Family) - supportive services to achieve reunification, self-sufficiency and permanency for heads of households who have a primary lack of adequate housing and: imminent placement of children in out of home care and/or housing is the remaining barrier to reunification.Methodist Family Services of PhiladelphiaBlueprint Program (Family) - supportive services to achieve reunification, self-sufficiency, housing and permanency for heads of households who meet the following criteria: must reside in an OHS sanctioned shelter, reunification or stabilization of housing is a barrier, possess a mental and/or physical disability that requires support.Shelter Plus Care (Family) - supportive services to achieve reunification, self-sufficiency, housing and permanency for heads of households who meet the following criteria: Family must currently reside in an OSH sanctioned shelter or treatment program, Open case with Philadelphia County DHS with goal of reunification or stabilization, Possess at least one of the following targeted disabilities; Serious mental illness with DSM IV Axis I diagnosis, substance abuse and in treatment and/or receiving services for HIV/AIDS related illnessMethodist Family Services of PhiladelphiaFAST Program (Family) - case management and permanent subsidized housing to 42 families with a history of chronic homelessness as verified by the Office of Homeless Services and a parent may have a verified disability. Chronic homelessness is defined as “either (1) an unaccompanied homeless individual with a disabling condition who has been continuously homeless for a year or more, OR (2) an unaccompanied individual with a disabling condition who has had at least four episodes of homelessness in the past three years. Families must be in shelter at time of referral. Episcopal Community servicesOlder Youth ServicesAchieving Independence Center - This center provides independent living services to older youth ages 14-21 with a history of placement. The goal is to prepare youth for a successful transition from foster care to self-sufficiency by providing a collaborative, comprehensive service delivery system that meet their individual transition needs. Please note that Achieving Independence Center services are only available to DHS involved youth. Referral for the AIC are completed through ECMS by the assigned CUA SW team. Referrals are also processed as walk-ins with youth who come directly to the center. AIC DHS SW also have the capacity to complete referral for eligible youth.Valley Youth HouseIndependent Living Skills Program1500 Sansom Street, Suite 300aPhiladelphia, PA 19102Office: 215-925-3180 Website: Target ZIP Codes: ALL CUAYV Life Set Program - This intensive, experiential case management program is for youth ages 17-22. Many of our youth aging out have deficiencies in their abilities to maintain housing, employment, safe relationships, and stay in school. YV LifeSet builds skills and connects youth to resources to address these issues.Turning Points for Children415 S. 15th Street Philadelphia, Pa 19145Program Phone: 215-875-4943 Website: Target ZIP Codes: CitywideE3 Power Centers - The E3 Power Centers provide education, employment and empowerment services to out-of-school youth who have not earned a high school diploma, youth returning from juvenile placement and at-risk youth to achieve long-term educational, career and personal goals, including self-sufficiency.Center City Branch 112 N. Broad Street 12th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19141 267-238-3180 operated by: JEVS, Human Services North Branch 2800 N. American Street Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-763-8870 ext. 7224 operated by: Congreso de Latinos Unidos Southwest Branch CISP Education Center 5407-09 Grays Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 267-299-2513 operated by: Communities in Schools Philadelphia West Branch 4111 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-387-2134 operated by: The Bridge, an affiliate of PHMC PowerCorps PHL Program - PowerCorpsPHL is a 12 month job training program for young adults ages 18-26. The first six months include job placement with City Departments and the final 6 months include intensive job placement support in the community. Applicants must provide copies of their birth certificate, social security card, Diploma/GED or transcript, and a state issued photo-ID (school ID is not acceptable). Referrals to PowerCorps may be made through IRSS only.Education and Child Care Support ServicesEducation Stability Consultation (Intake Unit) – This team provides consultation to assess and identify education barriers for children and youth in DHS care, ages Pre-K to college. Additional specialty units are below. For additional information about any of our Education Support Center related services, please call 215-683-4001.Location: 1515 Arch Street - 4th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102Program Phone: 215-685-0830 Email: dhs.education.support@ Target Zip Codes: Citywide Family Court -Prevention Services Unit (sonata.williams@) School District of Philadelphia Student Transition Center (STC) (transitioncenter@) School District of Philadelphia Re-Engagement Center (REC) (reengagementcenter@) Family Court -Academic Help Center (academic.help.center@) Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) – Referred through the Education Stability Unit above, ESSA Liaisons work with foster care youth to ensure that their education is maintained without disruption during foster care placements, including staying in their school of origin regardless of the distance from their foster home. Best Interest Determination (BID) conferences are held to determine if the child requires enrollment in a new school and/or ensure school transportation is maintained throughout the duration of the child’s time in foster care.Location: School District of Philadelphia Headquarters440 N. Broad Street2nd Floor, Suite 243Philadelphia, PA 19130Program Phone: 215-685-0830Email: dhs.essa.transport@Target Zip Codes: Citywide, cross countyChild Care Support Services – The childcare care eligibility unit monitors the eligibility and coordination of subsidized childcare, Universal Pre-K & Head start programs for DHS committed children birth to 5 years old while a child is in foster care placement and during reunification to ensure education continuity. Location: 1515 Arch Street, 4th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102Program Phone: 215-683-4001Target Zip Codes: Citywide Email: dhschildcareeligibility@Truancy Intervention and Prevention Services (TIPS) – DHS works in collaboration with the School District of Philadelphia, Family Court, and nine contract providers to improve school attendance for 4th – 10th grades and divert families from formal child welfare services. For youth in K-3, truancy support is provided through Family Empower Services (FES). For more information on FES, see “Diversionary Case Management”.Phone: 215-683-4001Target Zip Codes: Citywide Email: DHS.Truancy.Prevention@Please note these services are referred only through regional truancy court. For questions about Truancy Case Management, contact the Education Stability Consultation Intake Team 215-683-4001.Carson Valley Children’s Aid1419 Bethlehem PikeFlourtown, PA 19031215-233-1960Covers CUA 1 Catchment AreaJewish Family & Children’s Services2100 Arch Street, 5th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19103267-256-2100Covers CUA 7 Catchment AreaCongreso De Latinos Unidos, Inc.216 West Somerset StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19131215-763-8870Covers CUA 2 Catchment AreaUnited Communities Southeast Philadelphia2029 South 8th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19148215-468-6111Covers CUA 8 Catchment AreaSoutheast Asian Mutual Assistance Associations Coalition, Inc. (SEAMACC)1711 South Broad Street, 2nd floorPhiladelphia, PA 19148215-467-0690Covers CUA 3 Catchment AreaSoutheast Asian Mutual Assistance Associations Coalition, Inc. (SEAMACC)1711 South Broad Street, 2nd floorPhiladelphia, PA 19148215-467-0690Covers CUA 9 Catchment AreaCora Services, Inc.8540 Veree RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19111215-701-2588Covers CUA 4 Catchment AreaIntercultural Family Services, Inc.4225 Chestnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19104215-386-1298Covers CUA 10 Catchment AreaJuvenile Justice Center 100 W. Coulter Street Philadelphia, PA 19144215-849-2112 Covers CUA 6 Catchment AreaYouth Service, Inc. 410 N. 34th StreetPhiladelphia, Pa 19104215-222-3262Covers CUA 5 Catchment AreaPositive Youth Development and Out-of-School Time (OST) ServicesOut-of-School Time - The hours between school dismissal and when caregivers return home from work are a critical window of time for young people, families, and communities. Multiple studies show that young people are most likely to participate in risky behaviors during the hours of 3PM-6PM. DHS responds to this need by funding over 150 agencies that provide high quality after school and summer programs for youth in grades K-12 that take place in schools and community-based centers across the city of Philadelphia. OST programs have openings throughout the school year (September-June) and summer (July-August). While OST programming is open to all youth in Philadelphia, families receiving DHS services will be prioritized. For help locating an OST program or to make a referral, contact the OST department via email at DHSOST@. Big Brothers Big Sisters Southeastern PA Mentoring – One-to-one mentoring relationships for children ages 7 to 17 with specially trained adult volunteers and at-risk children. Mentors are friends, guides, and role models. Program Location/ Phone: 123 South Broad Street, Ste. 2180215-790-9200Philadelphia, PA 19109 Website: Target Service Location: Citywide Boys Track Youth Development Program – Youth Development Program for teen boys 8th-11th grade designed to support and guide them through a positive transition from boyhood to adulthood. Workshops, cultural, recreational, and social outings included in programming.DHS/Family & Community Support Center 1616 Cherry StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19102Phone: 215-683-4030 Target ZIP Codes: CitywideGirl’s Track Youth Development Program- Youth Development Program for teen girls ages 12-18 designed to help girls assume personal responsibility and develop skills confront and overcome adversity. A tutoring component meets twice weekly for youth in need of additional academic support. Workshops, cultural, recreational, and social outings included in programming.DHS/Family & Community Support Center 1616 Cherry StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19102Phone: 215-683-4026 Target ZIP Codes: CitywideFree Library of Philadelphia Foundation – Provides school aged children hands-on education programming, computer assistance, and homework help at all 53 locations of the Free Library of Philadelphia. Literacy Enrichment After-School Program (LEAP)Main Office: 1901 Vine StreetPhiladelphia Pa, 19103Phone: 215-567-7710 Website: LEAP Target ZIP Codes: Citywide Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence ServicesDomestic Violence and Sexual Violence Services are available to families and youth who have been involved in or exposed to domestic violence and are either involved with DHS or at risk of DHS involvement. Services include counseling, education, training workshops, resource linkages, and aftercare services. In addition, community education services are available to promote understanding of domestic violence and sexual assault. Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-866-SAFE-014Congreso de Latinos Unidos - Individual and group counseling services for adult and youth victims/survivors of domestic violence; individual and group counseling for children witness of domestic violence; and dating violence prevention education. Rapid re-housing.216 W. Somerset St.Philadelphia, PA 19133Phone:? 215-763-8870 or Domestic Violence Hotline (1-866-723-3014)Website: Target Population/Eligibility: Child and adult survivors of domestic violenceTarget ZIP Codes: CitywideLutheran Settlement House - Individual and group counseling services for adult and youth victims/survivors of domestic violence; individual and group counseling for children witness of domestic violence; parenting classes for victims/survivors of domestic violence; and dating violence prevention education. Medical advocacy for victims/survivors of domestic violence at CHOP, CHOP-Karabots, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, Aria Hospital, and Einstein Medical Center Bilingual Domestic Violence Program1340 Frankford Ave.Philadelphia, PA 19125Phone: 215-426-8610 x236 or Domestic Violence Hotline (1-866-723-3014)Website: Target ZIP Codes: CitywideMenergy – Outpatient group treatment and rehabilitation for adult men and women who have been abusive to their intimate partners. Rodin Place2100 Hamilton Street, Suite 304Philadelphia, PA? 19130Phone: 215-242-2235; 267-625-6135 (Spanish language)Website: Target ZIP Codes: CitywideWomen Against Abuse - Emergency shelter and supportive housing for victims/survivors of DV; legal aid for PFA cases as well as DV-related child custody and support; dating violence prevention programs. Case consultation and technical assistance for DHS, CUAs, and FES workers.100 South Broad Street, Ste. 1341Philadelphia Pa, 19110Phone: 215-386-1280 or Domestic Violence Hotline (1-866-723-3014)Website: Target Population/Eligibility: Victims of domestic violenceFor emergency shelter call the Hotline (1-866-723-3014). Target ZIP Codes: CitywideWomen In Transition - Telephone counseling for female victims/survivors of domestic violence through the LifeLine: 215-751-1111. Individual and group counseling for female victims/survivors of domestic violence and for women who are struggling with addiction. Self-defense empowering program WAVE. 718 Arch Street, Suite 401 NPhiladelphia, PA 19106Phone: 215-751-1111 or Domestic Violence Hotline(1-866-723-3014)Website: Target ZIP Codes: CitywideWomen Organized Against Rape - Individual and group counseling to adults and children who have experienced sexual violence. Counseling for parents and family member of children victims of sexual violence. Sexual violence prevention education for children, youth, parents, and professionals.* Sexual assault services onlyOne Penn Center1617 JFK Blvd. Suite 800Phila, PA 19103Phone: 215-985-3315Website: Referral Process: Call the hotline at 215-985-3333Target ZIP Codes: Citywide ................
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