The Beaver County Jail Aftercare/ Re-Entry Resource Directory

The Beaver County Jail

Aftercare/ Re-Entry Resource Directory

September 1, 2010

Beaver County Jail 6000 Woodlawn Blvd. Aliquippa, PA 15001

724-378-8177 724-378-5812 FAX

The Beaver County Jail Aftercare/ Re-Entry Resource Directory ©Beaver County Jail 2010

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Table of Contents

Crisis Hotlines & Important Phone Numbers

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Bridge to Recovery ……………………………………………………………………….. 8 Recovery Resources 7

Beaver County Drug and Alcohol Program ……………………………………………..... 8 City Rescue Mission….......................................................................................................... 9 Co-Dependents United …………………………………………………………………..... 9 Drug and Alcohol Services of Beaver County, Inc. ……………………………………..... 10 Family Services of Beaver County ……………………………………………………….. 10 Gateway Rehabilitation Center …………………………………………………………… 11 Greenbriar Treatment Center……………………………………………………………… 11 Holy Family Institute……………………………………………………………………… 12 Peniel Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center…………………………………………… 12 The Prevention Network…………………………………………………………………… 12 Pyramid Healthcare………………………………………………………………………… 13 Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center – Erie………………………………………. 13 Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center – Pittsburgh………………………………… 13 Salvation Army Harbor Light Center – Pittsburgh………………………………………… 14 Sojourner House…………………………………………………………………………… 14 Teen Challenge of Western PA – Rural Ridge…………………………………………….. 15 Turning Point………………………………………………………………………………. 15 Uncommon Grounds Café ………………………………………………………………… 16 12-Step Programs 17Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings …………………………………………………………. 18

Al-Anon and Alateen Meetings……………………………………………………………. 22 Celebrate Recovery Meetings……………………………………………………………… 23 Cocaine Anonymous Meetings…………………………………………………………….. 24 Faith-Based 12 Step Recovery Programs (Local) …………………………………………. 25 Gamblers Anonymous Meetings……………………………………………………………26 Marijuana Anonymous Online Meetings ………………………………………………….. 27 Narcotics Anonymous Meetings …………………………………………………………... 28 Sex Addicts Anonymous Meetings………………………………………………………… 31 Additional Online 12-Step Resources …………………………………………………….. 32

Adult Literacy Action ……………………………………………………………………... 36 Education and Employment Resources 35

Beaver County Rehabilitation Center…….………………………………………………... 36 Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit…………………………………………………………... 37 Experience Works …………………………………………………………………………. 37 Job Training for Beaver County, Inc. ……………………………………………………... 38 Lutheran Service Society of Western Pennsylvania ……………………………………..... 38 New Choices/New Options Program …………………………………………………….... 39 PA CareerLink – Beaver County ………………………………………………….............. 39 Pennsylvania Women Work………………………………………………………….......... 40


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Professional Outfitters and Variety Shoppe ……………………………………………….. 40 Senior Employment Program ……………………………………………………………… 41 Employment Opportunities ………………………………………………………………... 42 Important Pre-Employment Resources for Ex-Offenders………………………………….. 44

American Red Cross ………………………………………………………………………. 47 Financial Aid, Health Care and Medical Assistance Resources 46

Highmark BCBS Individual Markets……………………………………………………….47 Primary Health Network …………………………………………………………………... 48 Robert Nelson Agency……………………………………………………………………... 48 Salvation Army ……………………………………………………………………………. 49 PA Department of Public Welfare ………………………………………………………… 50

Angel Food Ministries …………………………………………………………………….. 52 Food Assistance Resources 51

The Center for Hope ………………………………………………………………………. 53 City Rescue Mission ………………………………………………………………………. 53 Lutheran Service Society of Western Pennsylvania ………………………………………. 54 Pennsylvania WIC Program ………………………………………………………………. 54 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Food Stamps ……………………… 55 Beaver County Food Pantries ……………………………………………………………... 56 Beaver County Soup Kitchens …………………………………………………………….. 57

American Civil Liberties Union ……………………………………………………………59 Legal Resources 58

Beaver County Bar Association …………………………………………………………… 59 Beaver County Public Defender’s Office …………………………………………………. 59 Disability Rights Network of PA – Pittsburgh Office………………………………………60 The Education Law Center of Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh Office………………………….. 60 Legal Action Center ……………………………………………………………………….. 61 Neighborhood Legal Services Association ………………………………………………... 62 Pennsylvania Health Law Project – Pittsburgh Office…………………………………….. 63 Pennsylvania Legal Resources …………………………………………………………….. 63

BC Launch ………………………………………………………………………………… 66 Housing Resources 65

Boy’s Hope - Girl’s Hope …………………………………………………………………. 66 Catholic Charities of Beaver County ……………………………………………………… 67 City Rescue Mission ………………………………………………………………………. 67 Fair Housing Office of Beaver County ……………………………………………………. 68 Franklin Center ……………………………………………………………………………. 68 Friendship Homes ……………………………………………………………………......... 69 Habitat for Humanity ……………………………………………………………………… 69 Harbor Point Housing ……………………………………………………………………... 70 Help House …………………………………………………………………………………70 Housing Authority of Beaver County ……………………………………………………... 71


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Housing Opportunities of Beaver County, Inc. …………………………………………… 72 Supportive Services ……………………………………………………………………….. 72 Women’s Center of Beaver County ………………………………………………………. 73 Emergency Housing Agencies and Services Charts ………………………………………. 74 Emergency Shelter Providers, Allegheny County…………………………………………. 76

Beaver County Behavioral Health - Base Service Unit …………………………………… 79 Mental Health Resources 78

Beaver County Behavioral Health – Direct Services ……………………………………… 79 Beaver County Network of Care for Behavioral Health …………………………………... 80 Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) ………………………………………. 80 Lazarus Center …………………………………………………………………………….. 81 Mental Health America (MHA) of Allegheny County…………………………………….. 81 Mental Health Association in Beaver County …………………………………………….. 82 MHA Ombudsman Program ………………………………………………………………. 82 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) ……………………………………………... 83 Staunton Clinic, Rochester …………………………………………………………………84 Staunton Clinic, Sewickley………………………………………………………………… 84 Stone Harbor ………………………………………………………………………………. 85 Supportive Services ……………………………………………………………………….. 85 Suicides Other Victims ……………………………………………………………………. 86

Beaver Valley Pregnancy Support Center ………………………………………………… 88 Parenting and Family Resources 87

Catholic Charities of Beaver County ……………………………………………………… 88 Child Care Information Service of Beaver County ……………………………………….. 89 Children and Youth Services of Beaver County ………………………………………….. 89 Choices Pregnancy Center ………………………………………………………………… 90 Family Enrichment Programs ……………………………………………………………... 90 Family Planning Center …………………………………………………………………… 91 Family Savings Account Program ………………………………………………………… 91 Hope Christian Center …………………………………………………………………….. 92 Parental Stress Center ……………………………………………………………………... 92 Parents Anonymous ……………………………………………………………………….. 93 Tower of Hope …………………………………………………………………………….. 93 Women’s Center of Beaver County ………………………………………………………. 93 Internet Websites for Reentry and Aftercare 94

Beaver County Veterans Affairs Office …………………………………………………… 98 Veterans Services 97

Beaver County VA Primary Care Center …………………………………………………..98 Pittsburgh Vet Center ……………………………………………………………………… 98 VA Butler Healthcare (VA Hospital) ……………………………………………………... 99 VA Butler Healthcare – Cranberry Township Outpatient Clinic ………………………….. 99 Veterans Justice Outreach …………………………………………………………………. 99


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Veterans Supportive Housing (VASH) Program …………………………………………. 100 VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VA Hospitals) ………………………………………... 101 Veterans Benefit Administration, Pittsburgh VA Regional Office (VARO) ……………... 101 Toll Free Numbers for Contacting the VA ………………………………………………... 102 Determining VA Eligibility ……………………………………………………………….. 103 Eligibility for VA Benefits during Incarceration ………………………………………….. 103 Benefits Payments While Incarcerated ……………………………………………………. 104 Apportionment of VA Benefits While Incarcerated ………………………………………. 104

How to Obtain a Replacement Pennsylvania Birth Certificate ……………………………. 106 Replacement of Lost Identification 105

How to Obtain a Replacement Pennsylvania Driver’s License …………………………… 107 How to Obtain a Pennsylvania Photo Identification Card ………………………………… 108 How to Obtain a Replacement Social Security Card ……………………………………… 109

Application for Pennsylvania Certified Copy of Birth Record (Form HD1105F) ………... 111 Appendix: Necessary Forms 110

Penn DOT Identification and Residency Requirements (PUB 195) ………………………. 112 Penn DOT Application for PA Non-Commercial Driver’s License Renewal (DL-143) ….. 114 Penn DOT Application for Photo Identification Card (DL54A) ………………………….. 116 Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5) ……………………………………… 118

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Important Phone Numbers Crisis Hotlines

Emergency………………………………………………………………….911

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Contact Beaver Valley - Homeless/Crisis/Suicide Hotline …………….. 1-(800) 273-8255

National Suicide Hotline …………………………………………………. 1-(800) SUICIDE

re:solve Crisis Network …………………………………………………...1-(888) 796-8226

Child Abuse Hotline ……………………………………………………… 1-(800) 932-0313

Child Help U.S.A. – Hotline for Child/ Adult Abuse & Family Violence….. 1-(800) 422-4453

Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men ………………………………………. 1-(888) 743-5754

Pittsburgh Poison Center ………………………………………………... 1-(800) 222-1222

Mental Health Crisis ……………………………………………………... 1-(800) 400-6180

PA Gambling Addiction 24 Hour Hotline ……………………………… 1-(877) 565-2112

National AIDS Hotline …………………………………………………… 1 (800) 822-7422

Focus on Recovery 24-Hour Helpline …………………………………... 1 (800) 888-9383


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Bridge to Recovery Program of Drug and Alcohol Services of Beaver Valley, Inc.

432 Harmony Avenue, Rochester, PA 15074 Tele: (724) 728-3350 Fax: (724) 728-2595

[email protected] Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday Eligibility: Must be referred by Beaver County Children & Youth Services. For CYS clients

in recovery seeking to be reunited with children who have been placed in foster care.

Fees: Clients are responsible for a program fee. This amount is 1/3 of their total

monthly income. Additionally, utility bills in excess of apartment allotment will be charge to the client.

Services: Providing transitional housing, life-skills counseling, nutrition, parenting, abuse,

education and education support, transportation, AA/NA meetings and recovery support and other necessary referrals.

Beaver County Drug & Alcohol Single County Authority (SCA)

Beaver County Behavioral Health 1040 Eighth Avenue, 2nd Floor

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 (724) 847-6225 Fax: (724) 847-6229 www.bcbh.org/drug_and_alcohol.cfm

Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday Eligibility: All Beaver County residents. Fees: Determination based on income. Call if you don’t have insurance and are in need

of treatment. The staff should be able to direct the necessary steps to take to obtain treatment.

Services: The Department of Health has designated Single County Authorities across the

state to be responsible for administration, planning and funding of publicly funded drug and alcohol abuse prevention and treatment services in their local area. Services include screening to determine the presence or absence of alcohol or other drug use in an effort to ascertain the need for emergent, urgent or routine services, Level of Care assessment, validation, authorization and placement determination, level of case management determination, referral, continued stay review and client liability determination.

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City Rescue Mission 319 S. Croton Street

P.O. Box 965 New Castle, PA 16103-0965

(724) 652-4321 www.cityrescuemission.org

Fees: none Eligibility: Adult men over 18. Candidates will be admitted to the recovery program after successful evaluation in the Crossroads Program. Contact number above for details. Services: The True Life Recovery Program provides intensive, long-term addictions

discipleship to men interested in addressing life issues such as bondage to alcohol, drugs, gambling, pornography, and unemployment. Every participant is provided a safe place to live, food to eat, opportunities to learn good work habits, personal and group bible studies, discipleship, educational opportunities, and access to a compassionate and caring staff.

Co-Dependents United currently meeting in St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church

305 Morewood Avenue Shadyside area of Pittsburgh, PA

(412) 321-7411

Hours: Thursday evenings: 6:00 – 9:00 pm Eligibility: Anyone wanting to seriously explore co-dependency and its effects on their lives

as well as their significant relationships. Fees: None Services: Co-Dependents United is an open, interactive self help group offering Stage 1 and

Stage 2 recovery as described by Charles Whitfield, Pia Melody, John Bradshaw, and others. The Stage 1 program focuses primarily on current problems as they relate to our co-dependency issues. The Stage 2 program is directed to the underlying feelings which are at the root of the co-dependency unresolved painful feelings from childhood. Co-dependents United is an interactive group, (not a twelve step group). Co-Dependents United is planning to open another group in Sewickley sometime in late 2010. Call the above number for more information. Many participants are from Beaver County and ride sharing may be a possibility.


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Drug and Alcohol Services of Beaver Valley, Inc. 697 State Street

Beaver, PA Tele: (724) 728-8820 Fax: (724) 728-2153

Hours: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm Monday-Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday Eligibility: Any person experiencing difficulty with alcohol/drugs regardless of age. Fees: DASBV is a non-profit outpatient program treating individuals with alcohol and

other drug problems. Accepts all insurances and is able to access county funding for those with no insurance. DASBV has a sliding scale fee for those ineligible for other funding.

Services: Out-patient counseling for individuals, families, groups and adolescents at various

locations throughout the surrounding Beaver County area.

Family Services of Beaver County

737 Fifth Avenue New Brighton, PA 15066

(724) 728-8220 – (724) 847-7713 Fax: (724) 775-7860

Eligibility: Open to all Beaver County Residents Fees: Sliding Scale Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday (Friday and evenings by appointment

only) Services: Family Services offers the following services: family therapy, counseling

(marital, child, and individual), drug-alcohol issues in relationships, parent-child conflict, single parenthood, divorce-separation, domestic violence issues, unemployment stress, anger management, parenting classes, marriage enrichment seminars, divorce mediation, weight management class for children, family life education programs, and grief and loss bereavement counseling.


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Gateway Rehabilitation Center Moffett Run Road

Aliquippa, PA 15001-9106 Tele: 724-378-4461 Fax: 724-375-0223

www.gatewayrehab.org Hours: Inpatient Services: 24 hours a day, everyday Eligibility: Ages 13 years and older

Fees: Contact the admissions office. Coverage provided by Blue Cross and other third

party insurance also OVR, Drug-Alcohol and self paying clients. (If you don’t have insurance contact your county drug and alcohol office first.)

Services: Provides day and evening outpatient programs for adults with acute or chronic

problems with alcohol and/or other mood-altering chemicals. Also offers free confidential chemical dependency evaluations. Inpatient and outpatient after school treatment provided for youth and young adults. Family treatment emphasized. Outpatient services for adults & youth provided at multiple locations.

Greenbriar Treatment Center (Main) In-Patient Facility

800 Manor Drive Washington, PA 15301 Call 724-225-9700 or 1-800-637-4673

www.greenbriar.net

Greenbriar - Wexford 6200 Brooktree Road Suite 210

Wexford, Pa 15090 724-934-8435

Fax 724-531-6021 Eligibility: Adult Program 18 years and over, suffering from drug and alcohol addictions Fees: Contact either office. Coverage provided by Blue Cross and other third party

insurance also OVR, Drug-Alcohol and self paying clients. (If you don’t have insurance contact your county drug and alcohol office first.)

Services: Greenbriar Treatment Center has a full continuum of care to assist the chemically

dependent individual on the road to recovery through individualized treatment. Inpatient/outpatient and partial programming, detoxification, counseling, addiction education and dual disorders program.


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Holy Family Institute 8235 Ohio River Boulevard

Pittsburgh, PA 15202 (412) 761-0236 - Fax (412) 481-0734

www.hfi-pgh.org Eligibility: 23 years of age and younger Fees: Most health insurances, grants may be available for uninsured/underinsured. Services: Adolescent out-patient drug and alcohol services for individuals and families

conducted on-site or in the home.

Peniel Drug Alcohol Rehabilitation Center P.O. Box 250

Johnstown, PA 15907 (814) 536-2111

Fax (814) 539-6722 www.penielrehab.com

Eligibility: Men and women 18 years and over with drug/alcohol problems.

Fees: None, if approved. There is a waiting list. Contact for more information. Services: Residential 13 month Christian drug and alcohol program dedicated to

maintaining a Biblical and permanent solution to addiction. (Licensed by PA Dep’t of Health, BDAP)

The Prevention Network formerly known as CCBC Prevention Project 270 Ohio River Boulevard, Baden, PA 15001

Tele: 1.888.828.9276 or (724) 869-2222 Fax: (724) 869-3155 www.thepreventionnetwork.org

Hours: Determined by the program Fees: Some programs are fee for service and some are free Services: The Prevention Network offers alcohol/tobacco and other drug abuse programs,

education, consultation, community support service, assistance, and referral. Some programs are dependent upon available funding but community support and referral are always available to connect people to resources that promote wellness. Bus tickets may also be provided to those qualified and in need of transportation to drug and alcohol treatment.


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Pyramid Healthcare Western PA Administrative Office

20397 Route 19 North, Two Landmark Bldg. Suite 128 Cranberry Twp. , PA 16066

Phone: (724) 772-0130 Fax: (724) 772-0151 www.pyramidhealthcarepa.com

Eligibility: People who are dealing with alcohol and/or other drug addiction, mental health disorders

and adolescent behavioral problems. Fees: Pyramid participates in most commercial insurance plans and works with clients who are

un-insured to receive funding for treatment that is deemed appropriate. Services: Behavioral healthcare services for men and women including a full continuum of adult

and adolescent drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs, methadone maintenance programs, therapeutic group homes and alternative schools.

Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Erie 1209 Sassafras Street

Erie, PA 16502 (814) 456-4237

Eligibility: Adult males 21 years and over with treatable and identifiable non-physical handicaps

such as, but not limited to, drug and alcohol abuse. Applicants must test drug and alcohol free to enter the program and remain drug and alcohol free for the entire program.

Fees: none Services: Christian resident Drug and alcohol recovery program. The program includes resident

care, work therapy, personal counseling, group discussion, activities, instructional classes and personal interviews. All clients attend Bible Studies, Daily Devotions, Worship Services, Narcotics Anonymous, Substance Abuse and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. The normal program length is 120 days although it can last as long as necessary for recovery.

Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center - Pittsburgh 44 South Ninth Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15203-1196 (412) 481-7900 ext. 206

Eligibility: Adult males 18 to 65 years old with a treatable non-physical handicap. Applicants must

test drug and alcohol free to enter the program and remain drug and alcohol free for the entire 4 phase program.

Services: Christian resident 180 day drug and alcohol recovery program.


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Salvation Army Harbor Light Center - Pittsburgh 865 West North Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15233 (412) 231-0500

Eligibility: Adult males 18 to 65 years old with a treatable non-physical handicap. Applicants must

test drug and alcohol free to enter the program and remain drug and alcohol free for the entire 4 phase program.

Services: Intensive outpatient, outpatient, residential services, HIV/early intervention.

Sojourner House 5460 Penn Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15206 (412) 441-7783 – FAX (412) 441-3409

www.sojournerhousepa.org Eligibility: To be eligible to participate a woman must be 18 years or older, have at least one

child age 12 years or younger, or be actively seeking custody of a child, or be pregnant. Pregnant women who are IV drug users or substance abusers will receive priority admission. Sojourner House admits women from Allegheny County, the surrounding region and the state.

Services: Sojourner House is a faith-based residential rehabilitation facility where addicted

women learn to break the inter-generational cycle of poverty and chemical abuse while in their own apartment with their children.

Sojourner House responds to admissions inquiries from women and their loved ones, other drug and alcohol programs, case workers, social agencies, physicians, prison and probation officers, counselors, and Children, Youth and Family courts. Sojourner house has 14 apartments. If full, there is a waiting list. To provide continuity between the times a woman is determined to be eligible and the time of admittance, the Clinical Supervisor will require the applicant to attend some type of outpatient treatment and/or a required number of NA or AA meetings per week. Women on the waiting list must also call Sojourner House a specified number of times per week, during which they can receive additional support. Priority of admission is determined by a number of factors, including order on waiting list, clinical issues (e.g. whether or not a woman is following through with treatment recommendations, severity of emotional problems), and environmental issues (e.g. lack of housing, domestic violence). Women on the waiting list are also offered referral to other treatment programs and options and information about interim services. The length of stay varies for each woman, but the program is designed for a five to six month stay. Woman cannot work or go to school while they are at Sojourner House.


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Teen Challenge of Western PA - Rural Ridge P.O. Box 55

Rural Ridge, PA 15075 Phone: (724) 265-4100

Fax: (724) 265-4105 www.teenchallengewpa.com

Eligibility: Adult males 18 to 65 years old suffering with addiction. Applicants must test drug

and alcohol free to enter the program and remain drug and alcohol free for the entire program.

Fees: Contact number above. Services: A faith-based, Christ-centered program for those trying to overcome drug and/or

alcohol addiction located in a rural setting about 30 minutes northeast of Pittsburgh, PA.

Turning Point 4849 US Route 322 Franklin, PA 16323

(814) 437-1750 or (888) 272-8922 www.turningpointtreatment.com

Eligibility: Admission to Turning Point is available to male and female adults (18 years and

older) who are chemically dependent. Fees: For information regarding programs, admissions and fees, or any questions, call

the admissions department. Many insurance companies provide coverage for most or all of treatment at Turning Point. For the uninsured, competitive self-pay rates are offered in an effort to make treatment affordable. Prospective candidates should also contact their local county drug and alcohol agency for placement.

Services: Turning Point is a 65 bed inpatient facility, and our services and continuum of

care include medically monitored detoxification (using Suboxone® for opiate addicts, when appropriate), short term inpatient treatment, long term inpatient treatment, a partial hospitalization program, intensive outpatient program, and individual counseling on an outpatient basis.


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The Uncommon Grounds Café Church Army USA

380 Franklin Avenue Aliquippa, PA 15001

724-375-6141 www.uncommongroundscafe.org

Hours: Tues & Wed: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thurs & Fri: 7:30 a.m. – Midnight Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Services: The Uncommon Grounds Café is an alcohol and drug free safe listening place for

those struggling to overcome addictions. The Café has good coffee and food, community activities, life skills programs, 12-step programs, parenting classes and intensive training workshops.

The Way Out Workshop and Common Solution Recovery

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The Way Out is a one day workshop that seeks to answer three questions: 1. What is the exact nature of addiction? 2. What is the solution? 3. How do you find a way out?

The Workshop identifies both the problem and the solution of drug and alcohol addiction in order for one to work through the hard part of an addicts recovery. The Way-out Workshop was originally developed by alcoholics and addicts in the Church Army Branson, Missouri base, in order to carry the message of the Common Solution Recovery to those still trapped in addiction. Based upon the Alcoholics Anonymous "Big Book" the workshop explains steps 1 through 4. All participants receive a "Big Book" along with all other necessary materials. The workshop and corresponding Common Solution Recovery Classes (CSR), as presented through Church Army, have been successful in helping hundreds of suffering alcoholics find sobriety and a way out. CSR is a series of classes presented in the weeks after a workshop which prepares an individual for their 5th Step and then Steps 6 through 12. The CSR classes are meant to present a model of unity, fellowship and common cause necessary for an individual to begin life long sobriety. Follow-up classes with our Church Army leaders are offered to help you continue through the hard work of recovery. The Way-Out workshop has been conducted with the Bridge to Recovery and on a regular basis at Beaver County Jail.


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Alcoholics Anonymous Pittsburgh Area Central Office

401 Wood Street, Arrott Bldg, Suite 906 Pittsburgh, PA 15222

(412) 471-7472 - www.aa.org Districts 24 & 25, Beaver County

www.beavercountyaa.com Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. The following is a list of AA meetings in the surrounding area:

MONDAY

Monday Morn, Big Book 10:30 a.m. ALIQUIPPA

Mt Carmel Presbyterian Church OD, BB 2720 S.Brodhead Rd. HC X Aliquippa Monday Night 7:30 p.m. First Baptist of Woodland OD X 2107 Mc Minn Street

Sisters of Sobriety 7:00 p.m. BEAVER

Trinity Episcopal Church CD 370 Beaver Street X, BA

It’s All About Me 7:30 PM CLINTON

Hebron Presby. Church 1767 Rt 30, Clinton OD

Moon Discussion/Big Book 8:00 PM MOON TWP.

Sharon Presby. Church 522 Carnot Rd. room 202 CD

Sewickley Jump Start 7:00 AM SEWICKLEY

The Christy House Frederick Ave & Walnut St., CD

Women’s Serenity Place 7:00 PM St James Catholic Church 200 Walnut St. OD Sewickley Open Speaker 8:30 PM Sewickley Presby. Church Beaver St & Grant St OS 7:15 closed beginners

Early Risers Group 9:00 a.m. BEAVER FALLS

Morado Dwellings Com. Bldg. OD 43rd Street and 4th Ave HC, X Beaver Falls Central 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Catholic Church 0D 605 10th Street NS, X

Monaca Monday Night 6:30 p.m. MONACA

First Presbyterian Church OD 1301 Indiana Ave X

Absolute 8:30 p.m. NEW BRIGHTON

Trinity Lutheran Church OD 1001 10th Avenue NSS, X

OHIOVILLEOhioville Miracles 6:30 p.m.

(Monday)

New Salem Pres. Church OD, X, HC Route 168 and Lisbon Road BB last wk.


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TUESDAY

Men’s Discussion 8:30 p.m. BEAVER

First Presbyterian Church CD, HC 252 College Avenue X

Big Book Basic Text Group 7:00 p.m. BEAVER FALLS

St. John’s Church OD, BB 1501 8th Avenue X

New Beginning 8:00 PM MOON TWP.

St Margaret Mary School 807 Beaver Grade Rd. CD

Tues. Morning 12 Steps 10:30 a.m. ROCHESTER

Second Baptist Church CD Clay Street & Irvine Ave X, HC Rochester Tues. Evening 8:30 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church OS 393 Adams Street X, HC

As Bill Sees It 6:30 pm SEWICKLEY

Shields Presbyterian Church Beaver Rd & Church Lane CD

WEDNESDAY

Common Grounds 10:30 a.m. BEAVER

Trinity Episcopal Church OD 370 Beaver Street X

Center Wednesday 8:00 p.m. CENTER TOWNSHIP

North Branch Church CS 139 N. Branch Road NSS, X

Open Speaker 8:30 PM CORAOPOLIS

St Joseph School Hall 4th Ave & Chestnut St 7:15 Closed Step Discussion

Darlington Road Group 8:00 p.m. PATTERSON TOWNSHIP

First Ref. Presbyterian Church CD 209 Darlington Road X

Sewickley Fresh Start 7:00 AM SEWICKLEY

The Christy House Frederick Ave & Walnut St., CD Living In Recovery 7:30 pm Sewickley Presby. Church Beaver St & Grant St CD

Vanport Beginners Meeting 7:00 p.m. VANPORT

Drug & Alcohol Bldg. ODS, HC 697 State Street, enter in rear X

Our Path to Sobriety 6:30 pm BEAVER FALLS

First United Methodist OD 710 10th Street

THURSDAY

Brothers in Recovery 1:00 p.m. ALIQUIPPA

Gareway Rehab, Rutter House, 100 Moffet Run Road OD

Thursday Nite Discussion 8:00 p.m. AMBRIDGE

First United Presbyterian Church OD 649 Maplewood Ave X


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Keep It Simple 10:00 a.m. BEAVER

Trinity Episcopal Church OD 370 Beaver Street X Beaver Group 8:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church OD, T, S 252 College Avenue HC, X

College Hill Thursday 8:30 p.m. BEAVER FALLS

College Hill Presbyterian Church OS 3400 5th Avenue X Beginner’s Meeting 7:00 p.m. OD, X

New Hope Group 8:00 p.m. FRANKFORT SPRINGS

Frankfort Presb. Church 1st WK-OS 3326 Route 18 Others-OD Burgettstown, PA X

Stoops Ferry 4:00 PM MOON TWP.

Church of the Nazarene Stoops Ferry Rd & Shafer Rd CD Airport 8:30 PM, OS Sharon Presby. Church 522 Carnot Rd, off Beers School Rd 7:15 Beginners

Edgeworth/Sewickley 7:30 pm SEWICKLEY

Shields Church Beaver Rd & Church Lane CD

FRIDAY

Grapevine Study Group 10:30 a.m. ALIQUIPPA

Open Door Church of Christ HC 906 Main Street OD X

Beaver County A.A. 7:00 p.m. BEAVER

Medical Center OS 1000 Dutch Ridge Road HC Entrance C, Classroom A X

Early Risers Group. (12 Steps) 9:00 a.m. BEAVER FALLS

Morado Dwellings Com Bldg OD 43rd Street and 4th Ave HC, X Friday Nite Step Meeting 8:00 p.m. Central Methodist Church OD 1227 13th Street X

Friday AM Discussion MOON TWP.

St Margaret Mary School 807 Beaver Grade Rd OD 4th week Step

Monaca Big Book Thumpers 8:30 p.m. MONACA

First Presbyterian Church OD 1301 Indiana Ave X

Sewickley Bright Eyes 7:00 AM SEWICKLEY

The Christy House Frederick Ave & Walnut St., CD Sewickley Friday Night Live 8:30 PM St James Catholic Church 200 Walnut St., Cafeteria OS 7:15 Closed Beginners


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SATURDAY

Aliquippa Step Group 8:00 PM ALIQUIPPA

Mt. Carmel Presbyterian CD 2720 S. Brodhead RD X

Church of the Savior 8:00 PM AMBRIDGE

420 Maplewood Ave., OD

Lower Beaver Falls Group 8:00 p.m. BEAVER FALLS

Central United Methodist Church OS 1227 6th Avenue X

Clinton Saturday Night 7:30 PM CLINTON

Hebron Presby. Church 1767 Rt 30, Clinton OD

Midland Saturday Nite 7:00 p.m. MIDLAND

RC Church Reagan Hall OD Saint Blaise Parish HC 772 Ohio Ave X

Sat. Morn. Survivors 10:30 AM MONACA

Redeemer Lutheran Church HC, OD 814 Washington Ave X

Sewickley Saturday Morning 10:00 am SEWICKLEY

Sewickley Presby. Church Beaver St & Grant St. C BB

SUNDAY

Center Sunday 2:00 p.m. ALIQUIPPA

Gateway Rehab. OS 100 Moffet Run Road X

Baden Sunday Nite 7:30 p.m. BADEN

United Methodist Church OS State and Dippold Street HC, X

Chippewa Sunday 7:30 p.m. CHIPPEWA TOWNSHIP

Chippewa United Presb. Church OD 530 Blackhawk Road X

Cranberry Wake Up 10:00 AM CRANBERRY TWP.

Gateway Rehab North, 1659 Rt. 228 East, OD Concurrent beginners meeting Cranberry Early Sunday 8:00 PM Fountain Park Church 8533 Peters Road OS

Sewickley Valley 8:00 PM SEWICKLEY

Sewickley Valley Hospital Cafeteria 720 Blackburn Rd OD

MEETING GUIDEAM - Morning Meeting

:

BA – Baby sitter available BB – Big Book Discussion C -- Closed Meeting (restricted to alcoholics and those who think they have a problem with drinking) D -- Discussion Meeting HC – Handicap accessible NSS – No slip signing O – Open Meeting (For alcoholics and any interested persons) S -- Speaker Meeting T -- Tradition X—Non-smoking meeting


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Al-Anon (also Alateen) Pennsylvania Area 48

1-888-4AL-ANON www.pa-al-anon.org

The Al-Anon Family Groups, which includes Alateen, are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Alateen is a fellowship of young Al-Anon members, usually teenagers, whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. Al-Anon Family Groups has been in existence for more than 50 years as a community resource providing support to those affected by someone else's drinking. Today, there are about 30,000 Al-Anon and Alateen groups meeting in 115 countries. The meetings are anonymous and confidential. There are no dues or fees for membership. The following is a listing of local Al-Anon meetings: Sunday Chippewa Sunday Night AFG - 7:30 pm Chippewa United Presbyterian Church 530 Blackhawk Rd, Beaver Falls PA 15010 Regular Al-Anon Meeting Add'l Info: AA mtg @ same time/place Monday Ambridge Miracles - 8:00 p.m. First United Methodist Church 649 Maplewood Ave, Ambridge PA 15003 Al-Anon & Alateen Meeting Tuesday Sewickley Daytimers - 1:00 p.m. Christy House, Frederick & Walnuts Sts. Sewickley PA 15143 Regular Al-Anon Meeting Add'l Info: Non-Smoking Rochester Al-Anon - 8:00 - 9:00 pm UPMC Mental Health of Beaver Valley 176 Virginia Ave, Rochester PA 15074 Regular Al-Anon Meeting CM; NS; Wheelchair Accessible Sewickley Al-Anon - 8:30 pm; Beg. 7:30 Christy House, Frederick Ave & Walnut St Sewickley PA 15143 Regular Al-Anon Meeting Add'l Info: Beginner’s start at 7:30

Wednesday New Brighton Wednesday Night - 8:00 pm Trinity Lutheran Church 1001 10th Ave, New Brighton PA 15066 Regular Al-Anon Meeting Add'l Info: Top of Stairs, room on right Thursday Beaver Falls Al-Anon - 8:30 pm College Hill Presbyterian Church 34th St & 5th Ave, Beaver Falls PA 15010 Group Type: Regular Al-Anon Meeting Add'l Info: CM; NS, AA mtg @ 8:30 pm Friday Ellwood City Friday Night AFG - 8:30 pm Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church Ellwood & New Castle Road Ellwood City PA 16117 Regular Al-Anon Meeting, CM; NS; AA mtg @ same time/place Hospit Al-Anon - 7:00 - 8:00 pm Medical Center of Beaver County 1000 Dutch Ridge Rd, Beaver PA 15009 Group Type: Regular Al-Anon Meeting CM; NS; Open AA mtg New Brighton Day Timers Al-Anon - 10:00 am Trinity Lutheran Church 10th St. & 10th Ave. New Brighton PA 15066 Group Type: Regular Al-Anon Meeting Add'l Info: CM; NS;


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Celebrate Recovery www.celebraterecovery.com

Celebrate Recovery is a nationally known Christian drug and alcohol program developed by Rick Warren, the author of the best selling “Purpose-Driven Life.” Celebrate Recovery has been designed to enable a person to work through the principles of recovery from a Christian and Biblical perspective. The program uses 8 basic principles of recovery based on the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:6-11) and emphasizes personal accountability, spiritual commitment and Christian community.

The following area churches have Celebrate Recovery meetings:

(Call first to confirm)

Monday 7:00 PM Chippewa E. Free Church 239 Braun Road Beaver Falls, PA 15010 (724) 843-6381 Monday 7:00 PM First Church of God 12 W. Euclid Ave. New Castle, PA 16105 Contact: Pastor Carl Nicklas Telephone: (724) 674-7513 Tuesday 7:00 PM North Way Christian Community 12121 Perry Highway Wexford, PA 15090 Contact: Debbie Brewer or John Syes (724) 935-6800 Tuesday 7:00 PM Community Alliance Church 800 Mercer Road Butler, PA 16001 Contact: Homer Clark (724) 282-0230

Wednesday 7:00 PM Beaver First Presbyterian Church 252 College Avenue Beaver, PA 15009 (724) 774.6398 Wednesday 7:00 PM Allison Park Church (North Hills) 2326 Duncan Avenue Allison Park, PA 15101 Contact: Dave & Cindy Herbert (412) 492-4030 Thursday 7:00 PM New Life Baptist Church 3414 ST. Rt. 208 New Wilmington, PA 16142 Contact: Pastor Ron Nagel Telephone: (724) 946-2816 Friday 6:00 PM Eastminster Presbyterian Church North Highland Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Contact: Don Farrell Telephone: (412) 361-7788


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Cocaine Anonymous World Service Office

(310) 559-5833 FAX (310) 559-2554

www.ca.org CA of Western PA www.caofpa.org 24 Hour Helpline 1- (866) 777-0983

Cocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. There are no dues or fees for membership; we are fully self-supporting through our own contributions. We are not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. We do not wish to engage in any controversy and we neither endorse nor oppose any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay free from cocaine and all other mind-altering substances, and to help others achieve the same freedom. Monday Clean & Serene in Rochester 8:00 PM First Baptist Church, 301 Adams St. Rochester, PA (OD,OS,CC) Tuesday A Moment of Clarity 8:00 PM Grace Lutheran Church 1192 Brodhead Rd., Hopewell 12 & 12 Book Meeting (OD) Wednesday C.A. Sheradan 8:00 PM Trinity Lutheran Church 3102 Sherwood Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15220 (OD) Thursday We Be Free 7:30 PM Beaver Drug & Alcohol Services 697 State St., Vanport (Beaver) on Rt. 68 right off Rt. 60 (OD, OBB, OS) Hope, Faith and Courage 8:00 PM C.A.S.H. Club 827 Broadway Avenue Mckees Rocks, PA (OD, OS, CC)

Friday Moon Friday Night 8:00 PM St. Andrew Lutheran Church 897 Beaver Grade Rd., Moon Twp. (OD, OS, CC) Saturday CA’s on Saturday! 3:00 PM Onala Club, 1625 W. Carson St. Pittsburgh, near W. End Br. (OD) How It Works 8:00 PM Grace Lutheran Church 1192 Brodhead Rd., Hopewell Big Book Study Sunday Sunday Night Big Book Study 7:30 PM C.A.S.H. Club 827 Broadway Avenue Mckees Rocks, PA (OBB) Meeting Key OS = Open Speaker OD = Open Discussion OBB = Open Big Book CC = Chair’s Choice

Faith-based 12-Step Recovery Programs

The following faith based organizations provide 12-step or recovery based meetings:

Mondays 7:00 PM - Men’s Night Out Lifeway Christian Fellowship (T.R.A.I.L.S. Ministries)

918 Seventh Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 (724) 846-4434

Mondays 7:00 PM - New Hope 4 Recovery New Hope Community Church

592 Beaver Road, Ambridge, PA 15003 (724) 266-0890

www.4newhope.org

Mondays 7:00 PM - Overcomers In Christ Ministries meets in the Wildwood Chapel parsonage 2850 Jack Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001

(724) 378-7150

Mondays 7:00 PM – The Place of Refuge Free fellowship dinner the first Monday of every month at 6:00 PM

Harmony-Zelienople United Methodist Church 123 North Pittsburgh St, Zelienople, Pa 16063

724-816-8206 http://www.hzumc.org/refuge.htm

Tuesdays 7:00 PM - Victory Support Group Victory Family Church

21150 Route 19, Cranberry Township, PA 16066 (724) 453-6272

lifeatvictory.com

Fridays 7:00 PM - Reformers Unanimous Sylvania Hills Baptist Church

567 Pittsburgh Road, Rochester, PA 15074 (724) 480-7912


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Gamblers Anonymous P.O. Box 17173, Los Angeles, CA 90017

(213) 386-8789 - Fax (213) 386-0030 Pittsburgh Hotline Number: (412) 281-7484

www.gamblersanonymous.org

Gamblers anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling. There are no dues or fees for Gamblers Anonymous membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. Gamblers Anonymous is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. Our primary purpose is to stop gambling and to help other compulsive gamblers do the same. G.A. Local Meetings:

Allison Park G.A. 6:30 PM Monday

Allison Park Church 2326 Duncan Avenue, 2nd floor Allison Park, PA Combined Meeting Beaver G.A. 7:00 PM First Presbyterian Church 252 College Avenue, Room 104 (use rear entrance) Beaver, PA Closed Meeting

New Castle G.A. 7:00 PM Tuesday

Human Services Center 130 West North Street New Castle, PA Pittsburgh G.A. 6:30 - 8:30 PM UCP Community Service Center 4638 Centre Avenue (at Neville) Pittsburgh, PA Pittsburgh G.A. 7:30 PM Baldwin Comm. Methodist Church Baptist & Weyman Roads Pittsburgh, PA Combined Meeting (2nd Tuesday)

Pittsburgh/Penn Hills G.A. 7:00 PM Wednesday

Zion Lutheran Church 11609 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA Closed Meeting

Washington G.A. 7:30 PM Brownson House 1415 Jefferson Avenue Washington, PA

Stowe Township G.A. 8:00 PM Thursday

(formerly McKees G.A.) C.A.S.H. Club, 827 Broadway Stowe Township, PA Open Meeting

Pittsburgh G.A. – Scott Township 7:00 PM Friday

2275 Swallow Hill Road Building 600 Pittsburgh, PA Combined Meeting 2nd Friday Step Meeting last Friday Pittsburgh G.A. 8:00 PM Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 601 Brownsville Road (at Margaret Street) Pittsburgh, PA Step Meeting

Pittsburgh/Penn Hills G.A. 2:00 PM Saturday

Mt. Hope Community Church 12106 Frankstown Road (Penn Hills) Pittsburgh, PA Open Meeting

Verona G.A. 1:00 PM Sunday

St. Joseph's Catholic Church 2nd Street & Center Avenue Verona, PA


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Marijuana Anonymous P.O. Box 2912, Van Nuys, CA 91404

1-800-766-6779 www.marijuana-anonymous.org

Marijuana Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share our experience, strength, and hope with each other that we may solve our common problem and help others to recover from marijuana addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using marijuana. There are no dues or fees for membership. We are self-supporting through our own contributions. MA is not affiliated with any religious or secular institution or organization and has no opinion on any outside controversies or causes. Our primary purpose is to stay free of marijuana and to help the marijuana addict who still suffers achieve the same freedom. We can do this by practicing our suggested twelve steps of recovery and by being guided as a group by our twelve traditions.

ONLINE MEETINGS MA Online, PO Box 2912, Van Nuys, Ca 91404

www.ma-online.org

SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS This schedule is valid as of March 17, 2008

Sunday - 6:00 pm Pacific - 9:00 pm Eastern (1st Sunday is Speaker Meeting) Monday - 12:00 noon Pacific - 3:00 pm Eastern Tuesday - 6:00 pm Pacific - 9:00 pm Eastern Wednesday - 12:00 noon Pacific - 3:00 pm Eastern Wednesday - 6:00 pm Pacific - 9:00 pm Eastern (1st Wednesday is Step Study) Thursday - 12:00 noon Pacific - 3:00 pm Eastern Friday - 12:00 noon Pacific - 3:00 pm Eastern Friday - 6:00 pm Pacific - 9:00 pm Eastern Saturday - 9:00 am Pacific - 12 noon Eastern (Women Only) Saturday - 4:00 pm Pacific - 7:00 pm Eastern

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Narcotics Anonymous

P.O. Box 540 Beaver, PA 15009

Pittsburgh NA Helpline (412) 391-5247 Western PA Regional toll free Helpline (888) 251-2426

www.na.org www.beavervalleyna.com

"NA is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We meet regularly to help each other stay clean. ... We are not interested in what or how much you used ... but only in what you want to do about your problem and how we can help." Membership is open to all drug addicts, regardless of the particular drug or combination of drugs used. Narcotics Anonymous provides a recovery process and support network inextricably linked together. One of the keys to NA’s success is the therapeutic value of addicts working with other addicts. Members share their successes and challenges in overcoming active addiction and living drug-free productive lives through the application of the principles contained within the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of NA. These principles are the core of the Narcotics Anonymous recovery program.

Beaver Valley Area Meeting List

Home on the Grange Sunday

Beaver D & A Building 647 State St., Vanport, PA 10:30 a.m. O/S WC Let’s Get It Together Vision of Hope Center 1821 7TH Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 3:00 p.m. O/D Give It A Chance St. Joseph School Hall 4TH and Chestnut, Coraopolis, PA 7:00 p.m. O/D 1st Week S We Are Free Riverview Methodist Church Darlington Rd., & 11th St. Beaver Falls, PA 8:00 p.m. O/D candlelight mtg. It’s About Change 420 Maplewood Ave., Ambridge, PA 8:30 p.m. O/D Last Sun. Steps & Traditions

Essence Group Monday

Hope Center 918 7th Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 2:00 p.m. WC/T/D/S/O, Varied format Sewickley Basic Text The Christy House Frederick & Walnut St., Sewickley 7:30 p.m. T Peer Pressure Group Church In the Round Griffin Street, Aliquippa, PA (Plan 11) 7:30 p.m. O/D Monday Night Hope Shot First U.M. Church, Corner of Vermont Ave., & Jefferson St., Rochester, PA 7:30 p.m. CC/O/NS/

TuesdayNew Recovery

Open Door Community Center 906 Main St., Aliquippa, PA 12:30 p.m. C/D Common Bond Beaver D & A Building 647 State St., Vanport, PA 7:00 p.m. O/S-O/D-T-WC Ties That Bind Us Together Christ Lutheran Church 399 State St., Baden, PA 7:00 p.m. C/D Tuesday Night Miracle St. Paul’s AME Zion Church 5th Ave. & Chess, Coraopolis, PA 7:30 p.m. O/D, Last Wk. S

Double Bubble Group Wednesday

First United Methodist Church 2816 Brodhead Rd. (rear of building) Aliquippa, PA 7:00 p.m. C/D 8:30 p.m. O/S Chapter Nine Group Riverdale Presbyterian Church 1555 Brodhead Rd. Moon Twp., PA 7:30 p.m. O/D (Just for Today) Clean Tyme Vision of Hope Center 1821 7TH Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 8:05 p.m. O/T/L/S varied format

New Way of Life Thursday

United Presbyterian Church 24th St. Darlington Rd., (Steffin Hill) Beaver Falls, PA 2:00 p.m. C/D

Essence Group Thursday

Hope Center 918 7th Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 5:00 p.m. WC/B/D Sweetwater Recovery Sewickley Presbyterian Church Beaver & Grant St., Sewickley, PA Men’s, Women’s, Co-Ed 2nd Thurs. – Speaker 7:30 p.m. O/D, NS Turning it Over Conway United Presbyterian Church 3rd. Ave., Conway, PA It Works How & Why Text Study 7:30 p.m. O/D, NS

The Growing Tree Friday

First United Methodist Church 198 Seventh St., Ambridge, PA 6:00 p.m. C/D Clean For Today Grace Lutheran Church 393 Adams St., Rochester, PA 8:30 p.m. O/T Last Fri.-Speaker Point of Freedom Montour Presbyterian Church 3151 Montour Church Rd., Oakdale, PA 8:30 p.m. O/L Essence Group Hope Center 918 Seventh Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 10:00 p.m., WC/O/D, Candlelight Mtg.

Soft Touch Saturday

Uncommon Grounds Coffee Shop Franklin Ave., Aliquippa, PA Woman’s Meeting 10:30 a.m. NS


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Sign of the Times Saturday

1215 7TH Ave., Rear Entrance, Beaver Falls 6:00 p.m., O/D

Candle Light Recovery Beaver D& A Building 10:30 p.m. O/D, WC

Caring and Sharing Holy Spirit Church 900 Seventh Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 10:30 a.m. O/D Genesis Mental Health Building Virginia Ave., Rochester, PA 1:00 p.m. O/D, WC Courage to Change United Presbyterian Church of Ambridge 823 Maplewood Ave., Ambridge, PA 7:00 p.m. O/D/S

1st Sunday of Each Month Area Meetings

Area Service – 4:00 p.m. H & I – 3:00 p.m. – PI – 3:00 p.m. Activities – 2:30 p.m. All Meetings are at Beaver D & A Buildig 647 State Street – Vanport, PA Meeting Guide O – Open to the general public C – Closed meeting (addicts only) S – Speaker B – Beginner’s Discussion D – Discussion T – Basic Text Discussion L – Literature Discussion WC – Wheel Chair Accessible


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Sex Addicts Anonymous

International Service Organization of SAA, Inc. P. O. Box 70949, Houston, TX 77270 (713) 869-4902 or 1-(800) 477-8191

Messages can be left at any time. Office hours are between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p m. C.S.T.

www.sexaa.org

Sex Addicts Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction and help others recover from sexual addiction and dependency.

• Membership is open to all who share a desire to stop addictive sexual behavior. There is no other requirement.

• Our common goals are to become sexually healthy and to help other sex addicts achieve freedom from compulsive sexual behavior.

• SAA is supported through voluntary contributions from members. • We are not affiliated with any other twelve-step programs, nor are we a part of any other

organization. We do not support, endorse, or oppose outside causes or issues.

Sex Addicts Anonymous is a spiritual program based on the principles and traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. We are grateful to A.A. for this gift which makes our recovery possible.

A Sex Addicts Anonymous meeting consists of a group of two or more individuals who - using the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of SAA - meet together regularly for the purpose of recovering from their compulsive sexual behavior. A SAA meeting is a safe place. It is a gathering of equals who keep confidences, refrain from judgment, and who support one another through sharing their experience, strength and hope in seeking the common goal of recovering from sexual addiction.

Local Meetings: New Castle Sunday 1:00 PM - Slippery Rock SAA, New Castle Group For information call John G. at 724-658-2797


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Additional 12-Step Online Resources

Dual Recovery Anonymous World Network Central Office

P.O. Box 8107, Prairie Village, Kansas, 66208 Toll Free 1 (877) 883-2332

draonline.org DRA is an independent, non-profit, non-professional self-help organization established to help men and women who experience a dual disorder. A dual disorder occurs when an individual is affected by both chemical dependency and an emotional or psychiatric illness. Our primary purpose is to help one another achieve dual recovery, to prevent relapse, and to carry the message of recovery to others who experience a dual disorder. The DRA program is based on the principles of the Twelve Steps and the personal experiences of men and women in dual recovery.

Beaver County Meetings Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM at Seventh Ave. Place (Harbor Point Housing), 5021 7th

Ave., Beaver Falls Every Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:00 PM and Every Saturday, 3:30 – 4:30 PM at the Mental health

Association, 105 Brighton Ave., Rochester, 2nd Floor.

Families Anonymous, Inc. P.O. Box 3475

Culver City, CA 90231-3475 (800) 736-9805 FAX (310) 815-9682

www.FamiliesAnonymous.org Families Anonymous is a 12-Step self-help recovery program and fellowship of support groups for relatives and friends of those who have alcohol, drug or behavioral problems. We are people whose lives have been adversely affected by a loved one's addiction to alcohol or drugs. Every one of us has made the same statement at one time or another... "But I'm not the one who needs help!" It was obvious that someone else was the one with problems. Many of us were annoyed or shocked that the other person seemed to refuse help, maybe even resented our efforts to help. Families Anonymous is dedicated to doing something constructive about our approach to someone else's problem.


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J.A.C.S. (Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent Persons and Significant Others) 120 West 57th Street New York, NY 10019

Phone: (212) 397-4197 - Fax: (212) 399-3525 www.jacsweb.org

JACS is dedicated to: Encouraging and assisting Jewish alcoholics, chemically dependent persons and their families,

friends and associates to explore recovery in a nurturing Jewish environment Promoting knowledge and understanding of the disease of alcoholism and chemical dependency

as it involves the Jewish community and Acting as a resource center and information clearinghouse on the effects of alcoholism and drug

dependency on Jewish family life.

Life Ring Secular Recovery 1440 Broadway Ste 312

Oakland CA 94612 Toll Free 1-800-811-4142

(510) 763-0779) Fax (510) 763-1513 www.unhooked.com

Life Ring is a non-religious network of support groups for people who want to be free of alcohol and addictive drugs. Like AA/NA, we are abstinence-based. We are a group for people who have learned through experience that the only solution that works for us is to abstain completely. Unlike AA/NA, we see the power to get clean and sober inside each person. Through the positive reinforcement of the group process, that power becomes dominant in each person and enables us to lead clean and sober lives. Since the Life Ring recovery process does not rely on a "higher power" or similar concepts, Life Ring participants' religious and/or spiritual beliefs remain private and don't become an issue in our meetings.

SMART Recovery

7304 Mentor Avenue, Suite F Mentor, OH 44060

Toll free: (866) 951-5357 Tel: (440) 951-5357 Fax: (440) 951-5358

www.smartrecovery.org SMART (Self-Management And Recovery Training) helps people recover from all types of addictive behaviors, including: alcoholism, drug abuse, substance abuse, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, gambling addiction, cocaine addiction, and addiction to other substances and activities. SMART is an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. Our efforts are based on scientific knowledge and evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. The program offers specific tools and techniques for each of the program points: Point 1: Enhancing and Maintaining Motivation to Abstain Point 2: Coping with Urges Point 3: Problem Solving (Managing thoughts, feelings and behaviors) Point 4: Lifestyle Balance (Balancing momentary and enduring satisfactions)

Check the website for both the on-site and online meeting schedule and to download resources.


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Women For Sobriety, Inc.

P.O. Box 618 Quakertown, PA 18951-0618

Phone: (215) 536-8026 Fax: (215) 538-9026 www.womenforsobriety.org

Women For Sobriety is both an organization and a self-help program for women alcoholics. The WFS "New Life" Program,” the first national self-help program for women alcoholics, grew out of one woman's search for sobriety. Based upon a Thirteen Statement Program of positivity that encourages emotional and spiritual growth, the "New Life" Program has been extremely effective in helping women to overcome their alcoholism and learn a wholly new lifestyle. As a Program, it can stand alone or be used along with other programs simultaneously.


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Beaver County Education and Employment

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Adult Literacy Action 336 College Avenue Tele: (724) 773-7810 Fax: (724) 773-7303

www.adultliteracy.org Adult Literacy Action helps adults to develop or refine skills in reading, writing, math, English as a second language, family literacy and workforce education. Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Adults who would like help with reading, writing, math and daily living skills or

workplace needs. Services: Classes and individual tutoring: educational skills assessment; computer assisted

learning; brush up of basic skills in reading, writing and math; Pre-G.E.D and G.E.D preparation; workforce education – including workforce math, tech reading and/or writing and job skills enrichment; English for speakers of other languages (ESOL); U.S. citizenship and naturalization preparation; family literacy – including parenting skills, child development and early literacy skills, etc.; oral history and writing for senior citizens; institutional adult basic education.

Beaver County Rehabilitation Center 1517 Sixth Avenue

New Brighton, PA 15066-2219 Voice/TTY: (724) 847-1306 Fax: (724) 847-1126

www.bcrc.net Hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Services are available for adults and children age 16 and older who have

disabilities. Fees: Contact (724)847-1306 Services: BCRC provides vocational assessment, sheltered employment, transitional

employment, supported employment, job placement follow-up, work activity center, skills training, projects with industry, sign language classes, interpreting, psychiatric rehabilitation, welfare-to-work transition, and school-to-work transition.

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Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit 147 Poplar Drive

Monaca, PA 15061 (724) 774-7800 - Fax: (724) 774-4751

www.bviu.org Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Need for special education program and services Services: Provide educational programs for a wide range of mental-physical-social and

emotional disabilities. Also provides: adult basic education, vocational-technical education, continuing education, individual education plan development, advisory services for gifted program, early intervention program, instruction materials services and English as a second language

Experience Works Senior Employment Program

Senior Community Service Employment Program Sponsored by: Lawrence County Community Action Partnership

Available in Lawrence, Mercer and Beaver Counties Phone: (724) 658.7258 or Toll Free: 1 (888) 252-5104

www.experienceworks.org Eligibility: 55 years of age or older, resident of PA, unemployed, must be eligible to work in

the U.S., and annual family income must not be more than 125% of the established federal poverty income guidelines.

Services: The goal of the Experience Works Senior Community Service Employment

Program (SCSEP) is to provide participants with the training, experience, supportive services and information they need to improve their lives, gain self-sufficiency, realize their goals, obtain permanent employment and meet the needs of a demand-drive workforce. Based on their employment interests and goals, participants are assigned to qualified nonprofit organizations or government agencies on a part-time basis where they are trained and receive work experience by performing their community service training assignment. While participants receive training, supervision and experience directly from their host agencies, their training wages and fringe benefits are paid by Experience Works. The training assignment is designed to help a person upgrade their skills, learn new skills, and ultimately find employment. The training assignment will be approximately 20 hours per week. As the training progresses, Experience Works staff will help the participant turn their newly acquired skills and experience into a full time or part time job off the program. The participant may also receive additional education, training and work experience through supplemental programs.

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Job Training for Beaver County, Inc.

277 Beaver Valley Mall, Monaca, PA 15061 Tele: (724) 728-2020 - Fax: (724) 728-2074

www.jtbc.org

Hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Adults – various services available Youths – must have a need for income and meet other requirements Fees: None Services: Job search program, career exploration, Work Certified program. Job Training for Beaver County is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that provides employment and training services for Beaver County economically disadvantaged in-school/out-of-school youth, welfare clients, adults and dislocated workers. Funds for these services are provided under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) legislation. About the “Work Certified” program: Work Certified, a national work readiness program, is a comprehensive training program that teaches basic business ethics, interpersonal skills and behavior modification. This hands-on learning program includes activities that help jobseekers and employed customers develop work ethic skills that enable them to excel in the workplace. Competencies are taught in: reading comprehension, business tools – computers plus, pre-employment, customer service, business writing, job skills 1 – work maturity, job skills 2 – employability, business math and general business knowledge.

Lutheran Service Society of Western Pennsylvania 2020 Beaver Avenue, Suite 212

Monaca, PA 15061 Tele: (724) 774-5654 Fax: (724) 774-5635

www.lsswpa.org Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Varies according to each program Fees: Fee for Meals on Wheels and contributions/donations to other services Services: The Lutheran Service Society provides: meals on wheels, senior employment

program, Monaca Senior Center, home delivered meals/waiver program funded through the Beaver County Office on Aging.


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New Choices/New Options Program Butler County Community College P.O. Box 1203, Butler, PA 16003

1- 888-826-2829 ext. 8393 Fax: (724) 284-8506

www.bc3.org/commedu/newchoices.htm Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday Fees: None Eligibility: Single parents, single pregnant women, displaced homemakers, and those

interested in exploring careers nontraditional to their gender. Services: Butler County Community College's "New Choices/New Options" program

provides free career development workshops. The workshop content includes: employment and personality assessments, career exploration, communication skill development, goal setting lecture, networking and job search, resume and cover letter development, community resources, and computer instruction.

PA CareerLink – Beaver County 2103 Ninth Avenue

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Tele: (724) 728-4860 Fax: (724) 728-7963

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 10:00am – 4:30pm Tuesday Eligibility: Variety of services available to employers, job seekers, incumbent workers,

special needs individuals, youth and welfare recipients. Fees: None Services: PA CareerLink partners with many other agencies in order to deliver coordinated

services for job seekers and employers: access to job listing, civil service, skill assessment, tutoring in math and reading, classes to obtain a high school diploma, resume writing and job search workshops, intro to computer workshops, career development information, training information and financial aid for school, on the job training programs, apprenticeship opportunities, special services for persons with disabilities, veterans’ employment services, youth employment services (ages 15-21). Workshops for ex-offenders, resources for those with criminal records, help to learn what you need to know to move beyond a criminal record.


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Pennsylvania Women Work New Choices Career Development Program

Beaver County representative: Mary Ann Eisenreich Pennsylvania Women Work, 411 Seventh Ave. Suite 925

Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Phone: 412-281-9240 Fax: 412-281-9279

www.pawomenwork.org

Eligibility: The target population served by the New Choices Programs is displaced homemakers and single parents. Individuals in transition are encouraged to apply.

Fees: For special events only Services: The New Choices Career Development Programs provide free program services,

offering a wide a range of classes including: Keyboarding, Introduction to Computers, Microsoft Office Computer Software Programs, Career Development Workshops, Math, Reading and English Brush-Up, to name a few. In addition to group sessions, participants receive individualized counseling, career coaching and job search assistance tailored to each person's particular need. Day and evening classes are usually available. Specific program offerings vary from site to site. A clothing closet and special workshops on subjects such as budgeting are available in Pittsburgh.

Professional Outfitters & Variety Shoppe PA Working Wardrobe

1035 Penn Avenue New Brighton

(724) 709-5016 Fax: (724) 846 -2000

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 4:00 Services: Since 2003, Professional Outfitters has been assisting no or low income job

seekers (who have proper documentation) with professional clothing for job interviews and work. Clients who visit Professional Outfitters also benefit from pointers on appropriate interview attire and receive effective job seeking hints to help them reach their employment goals.


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Senior Employment Program A program of Lawrence County Community Action

(724) 658-7258 or 1 (888) 252-5104

Eligibility: Low income seniors age 55 and older Fees: None Services: This program serves older job seekers who have multiple barriers keeping them

from employment and offers job readiness workshops and job development assistance. Complimentary training to develop job skills is available including computer training, adult basic education, GED classes, drivers training, etc.


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Employment Opportunities This list of employers is offered only as a suggested starting point for a job search.

The following local employers have a history of hiring individuals with criminal backgrounds. Please note this list is not inclusive.

• Costco o 1050 Cranberry Square Drive - Cranberry Township (724) 778-6309 o 202 Costco Drive – Robinson Township (412) 490-2204

• Comfort Suites o 1523 Old Brodhead Road - Monaca (724) 728-9480

• Dairy Queen o 2201 8th Avenue - Beaver Falls (724) 846-1277 o 449 Adams Street - Rochester (724) 775-2253 o 1115 3rd Street - Beaver (724) 774-4033 o 2625 Brodhead Road - Aliquippa

• Embassy Suites o 550 Cherrington Parkway, Moon Township (412) 269-9070

• Fire Mountain o 400 Chippewa Town Center - Beaver Falls (724) 843-0678

• Giant Eagle o 2650 Constitution Boulevard - Beaver Falls/Chippewa (724) 843-9034 o 111 West Madison Street - Rochester (724) 775-0551 o 289 State Route 288 - Ellwood City (724) 752-1100 o 1600 W State Street - Baden (724) 869-8420 o 3113 Green Garden Road - Aliquippa (724) 378-8896 o Quaker Village Shopping Center – Leetsdale (412) 741-6040

• Goodwill Industries o 750 Ohio River Boulevard - Rochester (724) 775-2559 o 2611 Ellwood Road - New Castle (724) 652-4877 o 102 West Madison Street - Rochester (724) 775-5765 o 1000 Brodhead Road - Aliquippa (724) 375-4960

• K-Mart o 2660 Constitution Boulevard - Beaver Falls/Chippewa (724) 843-1060 o 300 Brighton Avenue - Rochester (724) 775-3400

• McDonald’s o 1625 7th Avenue - Beaver Falls (724) 846-9180 o 2546 Constitution Boulevard - Beaver Falls/Chippewa (724) 846- 7400 o 131 Pleasant Drive - Aliquippa (724) 774-3244 o 190 State Street - Beaver (724) 775-8085 o 3946 Brodhead Road (724) 774-7184

• Midas Muffler o 800 1st Avenue - Conway (724) 869-3774

• MSP Incorporated o 155 Commerce Drive - Freedom (724) 774-3244


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• Ponderosa Steak House o RT 51 + RT 251: Chippewa Mall - Beaver Falls/Chippewa (724) 846-3966

• Sears o 300 Beaver Valley Mall - Monaca (724)773-1899

• Sipple CO Incorporated o 101 Port Ambridge Drive - Ambridge (724) 266- 9800

• Subway

o 1801 7th Avenue - Beaver Falls (724) 843-4990 o 1228 3rd Avenue - New Brighton (724) 843-7890 o 1427 1st Avenue - Koppel (724) 846-3220 o 382 State Street - Baden (724) 869-2202 o 2693 Brodhead Road - Aliquippa (724) 375-8090 o 1152 Midland Avenue - Midland (724) 643-0801

• Taco Bell o 2666 Constitution Boulevard - Beaver Falls/Chippewa (724) 843-9797 o 11 Wal-Mart Plaza - Monaca (724) 728-8226

• Traco o 71 Progress Avenue - Cranberry Township (724) 776-7000

• TRG Consumer Solutions o 200 Industry Drive - Pittsburgh (724) 462-4278

• Wendy’s o 1701 7th Avenue - Beaver Falls (724) 847-2210 o 700 Chippewa Towne Center - Beaver Falls (724) 843-3391 o 1635 Third Street - Beaver (724) 774-6342 o 111 Golfview Drive - Monaca (724) 774-4780 o 751 South Brodhead Road - Aliquippa (724) 375-5410

Employment Contractors/Temporary Positions

• Adecco Employment Services o 192 Ohio River Boulevard - Leetsdale (724) 251-3013

• Temporary Personnel Services Inc. - Ambridge (724) 266-8367


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Important Pre-Employment Resources for Ex-Offenders An excerpt from the Legal Action Center’s “National HIRE Network”website

www.hirenetwork.org Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry

Labor and Industry Bldg., Room 1700 7th and Forster Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17120 717-787-5279 - www.dli.state.pa.us

Information about State Department of Labor resources may be of interest to: potential employers looking for incentives to hire individuals with criminal histories; individuals with criminal histories (and service providers) who are looking for assistance

in finding employment; and researchers and policy makers looking at current programs to ascertain what programs are

effective and serve their intended purpose. Federal Bonding Program: The Federal Bonding Program provides fidelity bonding insurance coverage to individuals with criminal histories and other high-risk job applicants who are qualified, but fail to get jobs because regular commercial bonding is denied due to their backgrounds.

Contact

Labor and Industry Bldg., 12th Floor 7th and Forster Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17120 717-787-6915 - 717-772-5478 fax www.dli.state.pa.us

: Pennsylvania Bureau of Workforce Investment

Tax Credits: The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit to reduce the federal tax liability of private for-profit employers to be used as an incentive for employers to hire individuals from eight different targeted groups: TANF recipients, veterans, ex-felons, high risk youth, summer youth, Food Stamp recipients, SSI recipients, and vocational rehabilitation referrals.

Contact

: Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Labor and Industry Bldg., 12th Floor 7th and Forster Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17120 717-783-3676 - 717-787-5785 fax www.dli.state.pa.us/


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Criminal Record Repository: This is the agency individuals may contact to obtain a copy of their state rap sheet and learn about the process of sealing, expunging or cleaning it up. The criminal record repository can also tell the individual who else is legally entitled to have access to his or her record. To obtain a copy of a criminal record, a "Request for Criminal Record Check" (Form SP4-164) must be sent to the contact address below, along with a certified check or money order in the amount of $10.

Contact

: Bureau of Records and Information Services Pennsylvania State Police 1800 Elmerton Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17110 717-783-5588 - 717-772-3681 fax

State Attorney General: Employers and service providers may obtain information from the state attorney general regarding occupational bars, the licensing of individuals with criminal records in certain jobs, and whether the state has laws that limit what employers may ask job applicants or protections against employment discrimination based on a criminal record.

Contact

: Office of the Attorney General Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, PA 17120 717-787-3391 - 717-783-1107 fax E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.attorneygeneral.gov/

Roadblocks to Reentry: Roadblocks to Reentry is the first-ever comprehensive study of the legal barriers in all 50 states that people with criminal records must overcome in order to lead productive, law-abiding lives and successfully rejoin society. The report documents state laws and policies that prevent qualified individuals with arrest and conviction records from obtaining employment, housing, food stamps & public assistance, and drivers' licenses, and from voting and becoming adoptive and foster parents; grades states on whether their laws and policies help or hinder the ability of people with criminal records to reenter society successfully; and provides policy recommendations. Access the online version at: www.lac.org/roadblocks-to-reentry/ Download a copy of the printed version at: hirenetwork.org/publications.html

______________________________________________________________________________ Expungement Procedures: For detailed information of expungement procedures for Summary Offenses (Act 134 – 2008) and ARD contact:

Judy R. Enslen, Clerk of Courts Beaver County Courthouse 810 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009 (724) 770-4593 (724) 728-3934 x11487


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Beaver County Financial Aid and

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American Red Cross 133 Friendship Circle

Beaver, pa 15009 Tele: (724) 775-9700 Fax: (724) 775-6457

Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility The Red Cross aids local citizens in the armed forces and their families at home

during emergencies. The chapter also helps individuals and families in times of disaster by providing aide and comfort

Fees: None Services: Service to military families, disaster victims, offers classes in first aide and CPR

(fee) helps people avoid, prepare and cope with emergencies, provides volunteer disaster and health information, blood services, babysitter training, AED and lifeline (fee)

Highmark BCBS Individual Markets 120 Fifth Avenue Place, Suite 1224, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Phone: 412-544-2644 - FAX: 412-544-4009

Fees: Free, low-cost and direct coverage based on eligibility and income guidelines Eligibility: Eligibility is based on family size and income (as well as children's ages for the

CHIP program). Services: CHIP and Direct Pay Caring Program is for uninsured children and newborns

through 18 years of age who are not eligible for Medical Assistance (Medicaid). Adult Basic is for uninsured adults ages 19 through 64 who are not eligible for Medical Assistance (Medicaid) or Medicare.

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday (24 hour phone mail)


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The Primary Health Network P.O. Box 716

Sharon, PA 16146 Customer Service: 1-(866) 276-7018

www.primary-health.net The Primary Health Network, a Federally Qualified Health Center, provides quality primary care services and access to specialty care commensurate with the needs of the people in the communities we serve. Services are offered regardless of age, race, creed, sex, national origin or ability to pay.

Beaver County Locations: Aliquippa Medical Center 524 Franklin Avenue Aliquippa, PA 15001 Monday, Tuesday and Friday 8:30-5pm 724-375-5754 Aliquippa Behavioral Health 2500 Hospital Drive, Aliquippa, PA 15001 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday 724-857-3570 Beaver Falls Behavioral Health 1302 7th Ave, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Mon 8:30am to 7pm Tues - Fri 8:30am to 5pm 724-843-0314

Beaver Falls Dental Center 1302 7th Ave Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Mon & Wed 9am-8pm Tues 9am-7pm Thurs 9am-5pm Fri 9am-3pm 724-843-4400 Beaver Falls Primary Care & Obstetrics/Gynecology 1302 7th Ave Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Mon, Wed - Fri 8:30 am to 5 pm Tuesday 8:30 am to 7 pm 724-843-4400 Ob/Gyn: 724-843-4010

The Robert Nelson Agency

Independent Health Insurance Specialist 321 Merchant Street, Ambridge, PA 15003

Phone: 724 - 266-0301 – FAX 724 - 266-8677 www.robertnelsoninsurance.com

The Robert Nelson Agency is an independent medical and healthcare insurance broker, advisor and intermediary, offering free quotations to both corporate and individual consumers. As an independent insurance agency, they are in a position to analyze needs and offer advice and/ or recommendations on a full range of products and premiums. The agency specializes in finding low rates for the self-employed, the under-employed and the unemployed.


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The Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters 700 North Bell Avenue

Mailing Address: P O Box 742 Carnegie PA 15106

Hours: Call each service center for schedule Eligibility: By need Fees: None Services: Emergency financial assistance for food, clothing, and temporary lodging.

Emergency canteen, disaster services, recreation and character building services. Drug and alcohol treatment programs, personal and family counseling, food and nutrition programs. Community food banks and soup kitchen.

Main Beaver County Locations

Beaver Falls Worship & Service Center Majors Robert & Mary Carney, Beaver County Headquarters 414 16th Street (PO Box 600)

Beaver Falls, Pa 15010 (724) 846 2330

Aliquippa Corps Worship & Service Center

Captains Wayne & Elizabeth Bink 514 Franklin Avenue (PO Box 615)

Aliquippa, PA 15001 (724) 378 0875

Rochester Corps Worship & Service Center

221 Washington Street (PO Box 71) Rochester, PA 15074 Office: 724-774-8335

Fax: 724-774-8354

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PA Department of Public Welfare Beaver County Assistance Office

171 Virginia Avenue P. O. Box 349

Rochester, PA 15074-0349 Toll-Free: 1-800-653-3129

Tele: (724) 773-7300 Fax: (724) 773-7859

www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/ Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Each program listed below has its own income requirements, resource or other

eligibility. A client may not be eligible for every program. Fees: None Services: Cash assistance (temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) and general

assistance), agency referrals, health care/medical assistance, food stamps, nursing home care, energy assistance, employment/training program, disability advocacy program, emergency assistance, mental health/substance abuse services, homeless assistance program and heating assistance.

For additional information on health care*See the entry for the Pittsburgh office of The Pennsylvania Health Law Project in the Legal Resources section

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Angel Food Ministries P.O. Box 128 Good Hope, Georgia 30641

1-877-FOOD-MINISTRY (1-877-366-3646) www.angelfoodministries.com

Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and support throughout the U.S. Angel Food is available in a quantity that fits into a medium-sized box at $30 per unit. The menu changes every month and consists of both fresh and frozen items with an average retail value of approximately $60. Generally, one unit of food assists in feeding a family of four for about one week or a single senior citizen for almost a month. The food is high quality not second hand. There are no applications to complete or qualifications to meet. Angel Food participates in the Food Stamp program, using the Off-Line Food Stamp Voucher system. Angel Food partners with churches and community organizations throughout the country to help distribute food to those in need.

Beaver County Angel Food Ministries locations

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Ambridge The Center for Hope (724) 251-4899 Beaver Falls Lifeway Christian Fellowship Church (724) 847-4177 or (724) 846-4434 Butler Grace at Calvary Lutheran Church (724) 273-0830 Coraopolis Mt. Olive Baptist Church (412) 264-3125 or (412) 805-4432 Ellwood City First Church of God (724) 758-7970 Freedom First Baptist Church of Freedom (724) 775-8992 or (724) 494-2499 Industry Greater Faith Family Worship Center (724) 643-0603 Monaca Monaca United Methodist Church (724) 775-6702 or (724) 773-8144 New Brighton First United Methodist Church Women (724) 843-3774 Ohioville Christian Assembly Church (724) 643-8885 Zelienople Harmony-Zelie U.M. Church (724) 452-4295 or (724) 272-6323 Refer to the Angel Food Ministries website or national office for additional locations in the Beaver County area.


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The Center for Hope 233 Merchant Street, Ambridge, PA 15003

Phone and Fax: 724-251-4899 www.thecenterforhope.com

The Center for Hope program provides an outreach and service to a community that has undergone economic hardship and demographic change in what has been designated a distressed community. The Center houses the Ambridge Area Food Pantry, WIC of Beaver County, a local branch of the Salvation Army and the Benefit Bank. Ambridge Area Food Pantry: A program of the Ambridge Ministerium providing food to persons who are unable to purchase enough food for themselves and their families because of an emergency or other crisis. The pantry is open the last two Tuesday evenings of the month from 7-8:30PM. Call the Center for Hope to confirm times and dates. WIC of Beaver County: Food, nutrition counseling, access to health services, and referral to other health, welfare and social services are provided to low-income women, infants, and children under the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, popularly know as WIC. Call the Center for Hope for the hours of the WIC program. To enroll in WIC, please contact Adagio Health, the Beaver County WIC Agency, at 1-800-942-9467. The PA WIC website address is: www.pawic.com

City Rescue Mission 319 Croton Avenue, P.O. Box 965

New Castle, PA 16103 Tele: (724) 652-4321 Fax: (724) 652-4922

www.cityrescuemission.org Eligibility: Services provided on need/cause basis. Community Meal Program: The meal is open to any one in the community, served at 319 S Croton Avenue, New Castle, PA: Monday - Friday 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Saturday and Holidays 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Family Care Food Bank: The food bank is also located at 319 S Croton Avenue, New Castle, PA: Monday - Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Requirements: Applicants must call to arrange an appointment. Identification and proof

of income for everyone in the household should be brought to the appointment. Inter-Church Food Bank: This service is provided to any area church that has a member of their congregation that has a need for food. Monday and Thursday 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Requirements: Applicants must bring a referral form from their Pastor. The Pastor is

responsible for evaluating the applicant's need. Applicants must call ahead to make an appointment. Pastors may contact the Family Care Ministry to obtain a referral form.


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Lutheran Service Society of Western Pennsylvania 2020 Beaver Avenue, Suite 212, Monaca, PA 15061

Tele: (724) 774-5654 Fax: (724) 774-5635 www.lsswpa.org

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Varies according to each program Services: Meals on Wheels, the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). LSS in

conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture administers The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) for Beaver County. TEFAP serves as the major distribution component for the delivery of surplus food commodities into the food pantry system for distribution to low income families. In Beaver County, LSS coordinates through the Salvation Army for distributions to 48 different communities. TEFAP now distributes a wide variety of nonperishable food products, including canned and frozen meats; fruit juices; canned and frozen vegetables; infant formula; instant potatoes; instant baking mix; rice; noodles; pasta; peanut butter and egg mix, among others. Through TEFAP, LSS allocates an average of 2.1 million pounds of surplus food products, annually. LSS administers TEFAP in accordance with eligibility guidelines established by the United States and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Departments of Agriculture. Generally, total household income is limited to less than 150% of the federal poverty guideline. For additional information about eligibility or availability of food through low income food pantries, contact 412-734-9330.

Pennsylvania WIC Program (Women, Infant, and Children)

Adagio Healthcare - Beaver County WIC Provider Adagio/WIC Aliquippa

1 Hospital Drive Aliquippa, PA 15001

Adagio/WIC Beaver Falls 1317 Seventh Ave.

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Use Local Hotline for all communication: 1-800-942-9467

www.pawic.com Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Women (pregnant and breast feeding), infants (up to 1 year of age) and children

(up to 5 years of age) who meet income guidelines. Fees: None Services: WIC is a federally funded program that provides healthy supplemental foods and

nutrition services for pregnant women, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children under age five in a supportive environment. The goal of the WIC Program is to decrease the risk of poor birth outcomes and to improve the health of the participants during critical stages of growth and development.


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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (Food Stamps) PA Department of Public Welfare: Beaver County Assistance Office

171 Virginia Avenue, P. O. Box 349, Rochester, PA 15074-0349 Toll-Free: 1-800-653-3129

Tele: (724) 773-7300 Fax: (724) 773-7859 www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/FoodStamps/

Hours: 7:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Must meet eligibility and income requirements available online or at the county

assistance office. Fees: None Services: The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the new name for the

Food Stamp program. SNAP benefits are used to buy food and help low-income households in Pennsylvania obtain more nutritious diets by increasing the food purchasing power at grocery stores and supermarkets for all eligible participants. If you do not have enough money to buy food for yourself and your family, you can receive a Pennsylvania Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) ACCESS Card. This card works like a bank debit card and allows you to make food purchases at grocery stores and supermarkets.

How to apply: You can: (1) apply for and renew your benefits from the comfort of your home

using COMPASS, (2) File an application at your local County Assistance Office or (3) Download an Application for SNAP benefits (Food Stamps) from the Web and return it to your local County Assistance Office.


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Beaver County Food Pantries Food Pantries are community based programs that serve people in need with free food and other grocery products to add to their monthly food supply, tiding them over during hard times. The following is a partial list of food pantries in Beaver County. Please call agencies directly for days and times of operation. Ambridge Area Food Pantry (Ambridge & Baden area) (724) 251-4899 Baden United Methodist Church/We Care Food Pantry (Baden & surrounding area) (724) 869-2720 Church in the Round (Aliquippa area) (724) 375-5528 ext. 113 Christian House Baptist Chapel (Raccoon Township) (724) 495-3330 Fishers of Boys (Darlington and surrounding area) (724) 827-2437 Franklin Twp. Borough Bldg. (Franklin Twp. and surrounding area) (724) 758-9702 Greater Faith Family Worship Center (Industry) (724) 643-0603 Hanover Presbyterian Church (724) 899-2911 Marion Twp. Borough Bldg. (Marion Twp. and surrounding area) (724) 452-1986 New Life Presbyterian Church (Hopewell, Aliquippa) (724) 378-4389 St. Frances Cabrini (Center Twp. and surrounding area) (724) 775-6363 Salvation Army Aliquippa (lower Beaver Valley 15001 zip code) (724) 378-0875 Salvation Army Service Unit Ambridge (15003, 15005 zip codes) (724) 266-8636 Salvation Army Beaver Falls (15010, 15066, 16115, 16117, 16120, 16136, 16141, 16157 zip codes) (724) 846-2330 office, (724) 891-3605 food pantry Salvation Army Service Unit Midland, Reagan Hall (15043, 15050, 15052, 15059, 15077 zip codes) (724) 643-2690 Salvation Army Rochester (15009, 15027, 15042, 15061, 15074 zip codes) (724) 774-8335 If you are not sure which food pantry serves your area, call the Salvation Army Beaver Falls for more information at (724) 846-2330 Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

FOR EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE: call Contact Beaver Valley (724) 728-3650


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Beaver County Soup Kitchens Soup kitchens are open to the public and provide prepared meals at their sites to people in need. Monday:

4:00 to 5:00 PM - Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, 409 11th St., Beaver Falls

5:30 to 6:30 PM – The Ladle and the Hearth, 9th & Maplewood, Ambridge

Tuesday:

11:00 AM to 1:00 PM – Christ Anglican Church, 1217 3rd Ave., New Brighton

12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM – Church in the Round – Griffin St. & Woodrow, Aliquippa

6:00 to 7:00 PM - Rochester Salvation Army, 221 West Washington St., Rochester

Wednesday:

8:00 AM to 10:00 PM – Ebenezer A.M.E. Church, 1015 Davis St., Aliquippa



12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM – Salvation Army, 514 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa

4:00 – 5:00 PM – First Presbyterian Church, 1103 8th Ave., Beaver Falls

Thursday:




Friday:

4:00 to 6:00 PM – First Methodist Church, 716 10th Street, Beaver Falls

Saturday:

9:00 to 11:00 AM – Beaver Falls Breakfast Ministry – Breakfast every Saturday

1st Saturday: Central United Methodist Church, 6th Ave. & 13th St., Beaver Falls

2nd Saturday: Calvary United Presbyterian Church, 6th Ave. & 11th St., Beaver Falls

3rd Saturday: First Christian Church, 1401 Sixth Ave., Beaver Falls

4th Saturday: First Baptist Church, 6th Ave. & 17th St., Beaver Falls

5th Saturday: Calvary United Presbyterian Church, 6th Ave. & 11th St., Beaver Falls


Sunday:

4:00 to 5:45 PM – Salvation Army Beaver Falls, 414 16th Street, Beaver Falls


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Legal Services


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American Civil Liberties Union ACLU of Pennsylvania

PO Box 40008 · Philadelphia, PA 19106 Phone: 215-592-1513

www.aclupa.org

Greater Pittsburgh Chapter 313 Atwood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

412-681-7736 or Toll-free: 877-PGH-ACLU Fax: 412-681-8707

The ACLU of Pennsylvania is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve and protect the civil liberties and civil rights guaranteed by the US Constitution, especially the principles contained in the Bill of Rights, and the Pennsylvania Constitution. Among the issues we work on are freedom of speech, freedom of religion, government-sponsored religious activities, privacy, discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation or disability, police misconduct, censorship in schools or libraries, fairness in application of school discipline, workplace privacy, access to government documents, inhumane jail and prison conditions, and other issues of fair treatment by government. If you believe your rights have been violated and would like to receive help from the ACLU of Pennsylvania, please contact the local office via phone or through the website. ACLU of PA only accepts complaints regarding civil liberties violations that occurred in Pennsylvania. If you are seeking assistance for a problem that occurred in another state, please check the website for a national directory of ACLU offices.

Beaver County Bar Association 788 Turnpike Street, Beaver, PA 15009

Tele: (724) 728-4888 Fax: (724) 728-7717 www.bcba-pa.org

Services: Information and Lawyer Referral, Legal Services

Beaver County Public Defender’s Office Beaver County Courthouse

810 Third Street Beaver, PA 15009

(724) 728-5700 (Switchboard)

http://www.bcba-pa.org/�


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The Disability Rights Network of PA – Pittsburgh Office 429 Fourth Avenue, Suite 701, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1505

(412) 391-5225 [Voice] - (412) 467-8940 [TDD] FAX (412) 391-4496

www.drnpa.org

The Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania (DRN) is a statewide, non-profit corporation designated as the federally-mandated organization to advance and protect the civil rights of adults and children with disabilities. DRN works with people with disabilities and their families, their organizations, and their advocates to ensure their right to live in their communities with the services they need, to receive a full and inclusive education, to live free of discrimination, abuse and neglect, and to have control and self-determination over their services. DRN works to ensure that people with disabilities have equal and unhindered access to employment, transportation, public accommodations, and government services; to enforce their rights to vocational, habilitative, post-secondary educational, health, and other services; and to protect them from abuse and neglect. DRN identifies systemic issues which are important to people with disabilities and seeks change and reform through litigation, administrative advocacy, and public education.

The Education Law Center of Pennsylvania (ELC)

429 Fourth Avenue, 702 Law & Finance Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Phone: 412-258-2120 - Fax: 412-391-4496

www.elc-pa.org

ELC is a non-profit legal advocacy and educational organization, dedicated to insuring that all of Pennsylvania’s children have access to a quality public education. Since 1975, the ELC has worked to make good public education a reality for Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable children – poor children, children of color, children with disabilities, English language learners, children in foster homes and institutions, and others. Our strategies include “traditional” legal work, training and information-sharing, advocating for new laws and policies in Harrisburg and Washington, and working with organizations and media. ELC’s work falls into three major areas: Making sure that all children have access to school and school programs. We work to

eliminate practices that make it difficult or impossible for a child to enroll in school, or that deny children access to school programs on the basis of disability, English language learner status, homelessness, or other factors.

Providing families (and those who work with them) reliable, understandable

information about education laws and policies. Through publications, training materials, and training events, we try to de-mystify the rules and help people understand how to deal with common problems.

Improving schools. We work with local and statewide groups on getting more funding for

our neediest schools; making sure that teachers are prepared to meet the needs of diverse learners; promoting programs of positive behavior support in schools; and more.


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The Legal Action Center

225 Varick Street New York, NY 10014

Phone # (212) 243-1313 toll free 1-800-223-4044

Fax # (212) 675-0286

Washington, D.C. 20002-4980 Phone # (202) 544-5478 Fax # (202) 544-5712

lac.org National Anti-Discrimination Project: The Legal Action Center (LAC) is dedicated to helping people who face discrimination based on their HIV/AIDS status or history of alcohol or drug dependence. Through the National Anti-Discrimination Project, LAC lawyers provide legal advice and assistance to clients around the country, make available back-up assistance to other lawyers fighting discrimination on behalf of these groups, and fight any proposals in Congress that would strip individuals with HIV/AIDS or those in recovery of hard-won civil rights.

National Criminal Justice Legal Services: The Legal Action Center (LAC) is dedicated to helping people who face discrimination based on their criminal history. Beginning with a series of class action law suits and other successful litigation in the 1970's and 1980's challenging discrimination in employment and government benefits,

How to Get Help: Call the Legal Action Center at (212) 243-1313, Monday to Friday, from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (E.S.T.), and ask to speak with the “attorney on call.” Free Publications from the Legal Action Center website – click on free publications under the resources bar on the left and then download to your computer: How to Get and Clean Up Your Pennsylvania Rap Sheet After Prison: Roadblocks to Reentry Employment Discrimination and What to Do About It Know Your Rights: Are You In Recovery From Drug or Alcohol Problems?

The Legal Action Center’s Roadblocks to Reentry website: www.lac.org/roadblocks-to-reentry/ The Legal Action Center’s National HIRE Network Website: hirenetwork.org/index.html


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Neighborhood Legal Services Association Beaver County Office

Stone Point Landing, Suite 104 500 Market Street

Bridgewater, PA 15009 (724) 378-0595 or (412) 766-0773

Fax: (724) 378-9795 www.palegalservices.org

Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. is a client-centered organization that provides leadership, funding, and support to improve the availability and quality of civil legal aid for low income people and victims of domestic violence in Pennsylvania. Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday Eligibility: Must meet requirements on size and gross income. Emergency cases only! Fees: No fee for attorney services. Client may have to pay court costs. Services: Free legal assistance to low income individuals in civil emergency cases. Other

services are offered for abused women and children, evictions and lock-outs, landlord-tenant disputes, utility terminations, foreclosures, sheriff sales, tax sales, execution sales, child snatching, welfare recipients, social security denials or terminations, and unemployment.

Self-help Programs: PALawHELP.org PALawHELP.org is a guide to legal information and free civil legal services for low-income persons and seniors in Pennsylvania. Here you can locate information on a variety of legal issues, as well as information on how to contact programs providing legal assistance in Pennsylvania. This includes basic eligibility and contact information for the programs proving free legal assistance in Pennsylvania. PALawHELP.org is a free service which is made possible through a grant from the Legal Services Corporation and the ongoing support of Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. and its member programs. PAProbono.net PAProbono.net is an online legal community that provides information and resources for pro bono attorneys, legal aid attorneys, public defenders, and other legal advocates interested in increasing access to justice.


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The Pennsylvania Health Law Project

650 Smithfield St., Center City Tower, 23rd Floor, Pgh., PA 15222 412-434-5779 – 1-800-274-3258

www.phlp.org PHLP is a nationally recognized expert and consultant on access to health care for low-income consumers, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. PHLP provides free legal services and advocacy to Pennsylvanians having trouble accessing publicly funded health care coverage or services.

Pennsylvania Legal Resources An excerpt from the Legal Action Center’s “National HIRE Network”website

www.hirenetwork.org Free or low-cost legal resources, both in civil and criminal law, are helpful to individuals with criminal histories in learning about relevant state laws governing the expungement or sealing of criminal histories or addressing other legal issues resulting from having a criminal history. State Public Defender

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Public Defender Association of Pennsylvania 115 State St., Harrisburg, PA 17101 – Telephone: 717-234-7403 – Fax: 717-234-7462 Legal Services

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Pennsylvania Legal Services - www.palegalservices.org 118 Locust St., Harrisburg, PA 17101-1414 - Telephone: 717-236-9486 – Fax: 717-233-4088 Community Legal Services, Inc. 1424 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19102 – Telephone: 215-981-3700 Community Legal Services, Inc. has experience with a wide variety of criminal records and employment issues, including filing EEOC charges and community education on pardons, expungements, and employment rights. Pennsylvania Bar Association - www.pabar.org - E-Mail: [email protected] 100 South St., P.O. Box 186, Harrisburg, PA 17108 – Telephone: 717-238-6715 – Fax: 717-238-1204


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Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole 1101 South Front Street, Suite 5100

Harrisburg, PA 17104-2517 Phone: (717) 787-5699

Website: www.pbpp.state.pa.us/ Publication: The Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole Handbook (Not available online)

Pennsylvania Department of Corrections 2520 Lisburn Road, P.O. Box 598

Camp Hill, PA 17001-0598 Phone: (717) 975-4859

Website: www.cor.state.pa.us/ Publication: A Handbook for the Family and Friends Department of Corrections Prison Inmates (October 2004) PDF available on website: www.cor.state.pa.us/portal/lib/bis/Handbook_for_Families_and_Friends.pdf


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Beaver County Shelters and Housing

Assistance

Important Phone Numbers and Websites

CONTACT Beaver Valley – Homeless/Crisis Hotline…… 1 (800) 273-8255 Fair Housing Officer/Housing Specialist …………………. (724) 513-5544 Mental Health Housing Specialist ………………………… (724) 847-6225 Veteran’s Administration Homeless Services …………….. 1 (800) 362-8262 ext. 2439 Pennsylvania Affordable Apartment Locater …………….. www.phfa.org/pal BC-LAUNCH – is the primary contact if you know of someone who is homeless or on the verge. Their number is 724-857-4950. The emergency/after-hours number is (412) 523-3448. Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Program – Beaver County, PA Contact Catholic Charities at (724) 775-0758 or the Franklin Center at (724) 378-2882


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BC Launch Beaver County – Learning and Understanding the Needs of the Chronically Homeless

Gateway Rehab BC Launch Program 100 Superior Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001

(724) 857-4950 ext. 2721 Emergency number: (412) 523-3448

Beaver County Behavioral Health and Gateway Rehab received funding from the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to expand and strengthen treatment services for individuals who are chronically homeless and have a substance abuse and/ or mental health disorder. Eligibility: Beaver County resident over the age of 18 lacking a fixed, regular, adequate nighttime

residence; including individuals engaged in substance use and/ or mental health disorder treatment; individuals who are sharing another person’s dwelling on a temporary basis and could be asked to leave at any time.

Services: Outreach services; assistance in locating affordable housing in a safe environment; peer

support; comprehensive evidence based treatment programs: Assertive Community Treatment, Supported Employment, Seeking Safety, Adkins Like Skills Program, Career Development Series, Relapse Prevention Therapy.

Boy’s Hope Girl’s Hope Main Office

12120 Bridgeton Square Drive Bridgeton, MO 63044-2607

314-298-1250 or 1 (877) 878-HOPE FAX: 314-298-1251

www.boyshopegirlshope.org

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Baden) Sr. Sharon Costello, Executive Director

1020 State Street, Baden, PA 15005 Ph. (724) 869-2868 Fax: (724) 869-6576

Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: At risk children between the ages of 10 and 14 who need long term out of home

placement, have academic potential and a desire to attend college. Other qualifications apply.

Fees: Contribution Services: Located in 16 cities across the U.S., Boy’s Hope Girl’s Hope helps children who

are hurt and at-risk, yet academically capable, to realize their leadership potential by providing a value-centered, family-like home and a quality education through college.


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Catholic Charities of Beaver County 3582 N. Brodhead Road, Suite 108


Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday: Evening hours-appointment only Eligibility: Determined by program requirement Fees: Determined by program requirement & sliding fee scale Services: Catholic Charities offers living assistance when available through FEMA-Housing

Assistance, Duquesne Light CAP, and Columbia Gas CAP, emergency relief & tangible assistance, workshops, trainings, & community education. Provides help during emergencies and disasters through the CARE Line at 800.321.CARE.

City Rescue Mission

319 Croton Avenue, P.O. Box 965 New Castle, PA 16103

Tele: (724) 652-4321 Fax: (724) 652-4922 www.cityrescuemission.org

City Rescue Mission is dedicated to meeting the physical and spiritual needs of homeless individuals by bringing help, healing and hope to any neighbor in need – man, woman or child. Currently the mission serves the Western PA counties of Beaver, Butler, Lawrence and Mercer. Fees: None Hours: Call contact numbers Services: Men & Men with Children

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Crossroads Program: Provides temporary emergency shelter (1 to 90 days). True Life Recovery Program: Admittance to program is after successful evaluation in

Crossroads Program. Covenant Cottage: Provides temporary emergency shelter (1 to 90 days) to homeless

men with children. Those in need of shelter or referring agencies should contact City Rescue Mission

prior to client arrival. Covenant Cottage physical address: 1020 Rebecca Street, New Castle, PA Contact: Kevin Green - (724) 652-4321

Women and Families

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Covenant House: Temporary emergency shelter (1-30 days) for women, women with children, married couples, and married couples with children. Those in need of shelter or referring agencies should contact the Covenant House

staff prior to client arrival. Covenant House physical address: 1018 Rebecca Street, New Castle, PA Contact: Brenda Brenneman - (724) 652-4349


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The Fair Housing Office of Beaver County c/o Beaver County Community Development Offices

1013 8th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Tele: (724) 513-5544 Fax: (724) 378-9622

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: No Requirements Fees: None Services: The Fair Housing Office works closely with Neighborhood Legal Services and

South West PA Legal Services to investigate and advise any resident who feels he/she may have encountered housing discrimination based on religion, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, familial status or disability. The office sponsors educational seminars to educate and address Fair Housing issues as well as Fair Housing Tester Training for individuals who are interested in participating in testing properties in which alleged discrimination has taken place and been reported.

The Beaver County Fair Housing Office refers the complaint to Neighborhood Legal Services or HUD directly for investigation, litigation, or conciliation.

Franklin Center of Beaver County, Inc. 524 Franklin Avenue Aliquippa, PA 15001

Phone: 724-378-2882 - Fax: 724-378-9809 www.aaud.org

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Fees: N/A Eligibility: Criteria for participation in the programs offered through the Franklin Center,

such as income eligibility, vary by program. Typically clients are required to be at or below federal poverty guidelines.

Services: The Franklin Center provides emergency rental and utility assistance for qualified

applicants as well as information and referral services.


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Friendship Homes

(A program of the Salvation Army) 414 Sixteenth Street

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Phone: 724-846-1089 or 724-846-2330

Fax: 724-846-9551 Friendship Homes is a HUD funded program that provides permanent supportive housing to homeless individuals and families with disabilities. Our goal is to find permanent housing and self sufficiency through achievement of individual and/or family goals. Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. – Monday through Friday Fees: Program fee based on ability to pay Eligibility: Must be homeless with one of the following disabilities: mental health/mental

retardation, drug & alcohol, physical disability Services: Supportive housing program for individuals and families with disabilities.

Habitat for Humanity 47 Bridge Street

Beaver Falls, PA 15010-3259 Tele: (724) 846-1630 Fax: (724) 847-2963

beavercountyhabitat.org Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm Eligibility: Must meet HHBC general income, employment and savings guidelines and attend

a mandatory orientation meeting in order to receive an application. More information can be found on the website.

Fees: Explained in general guidelines. Services: Habitat for Humanity of Beaver County (HHBC) is a non-profit, Christian

housing ministry financed through private and corporate donations and utilizing volunteer labor. Our purpose is to give witness to the Christian Gospel by building homes with families who could not otherwise afford a home. Habitat will sell the houses to partner families at no profit and no interest.


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. Harbor Point Housing, Inc. (H.P.H.)

501 7th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010

Tele: (724) 847-8807 Fax: (724) 847-8811 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Diagnosed and in treatment for a mental illness/disorder and have an open case with the

Base Service Unit and 18 years of age or older and agreeable to in-home visits with HPH staff.

The “Freedom Project” homeless program eligibility: (1) homeless, (2) mental health

consumer in treatment, (3) open case with Base Service Unit, (4) 18 years or older (single or family placement), (5) must agree to participation in a "program".

Fees: None Services: Harbor Point Housing is a “supported housing” program for adult mental health

consumers and their families when appropriate. These services include: case management/home visits, assistance in obtaining suitable housing, budget/financial management, community awareness, daily living skills training, furniture and appliance donations/moving assistance, health education, medication management, self-care, socialization training, family services/case management. The Freedom Project is a subsidized housing facility directed towards homeless adult mental health consumers. The Freedom Project offers permanent subsidized housing through a HUD grant, life skills training, on-site programming, support services and case management.

Help House Housing Authority of Beaver County

1027 Beaver Road, Ambridge, PA 15042 Tele: (724) 624-0192 or (724) 266-6860

Fax: (724) 266-6860

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fees: Program payment fee based on 30% of income, if applicable Services: Transitional housing for homeless individuals or families. Program participants agree to

accept case management, community referrals, help obtaining more permanent housing and development of successful life skills through activities such as attendance at a Personal Enrichment Group, etc.

Apartments are fully furnished two-bedroom units. Residents have a private bedroom with a security lock and share a common living area (bathroom, living room, and kitchen) with another resident of the same sex. There is an application and interview process before admission. There is a waiting list. Qualified applicants are taken in order from the waiting list. Applicants should contact the Help House office as soon as possible for more information and to place their name on the waiting list.


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The Housing Authority of Beaver County Administrative Offices

300 State Street (Vanport), Beaver, PA 15009 Tele: (724) 775-1220 Fax: (724) 775-8827

www.beavercounty.com/Service/HousingAuthority.asp The Housing Authority of the County of Beaver (HACB) provides affordable housing for families and senior citizens who meet low- and moderate income guidelines. HACB provides housing without regard to race, color or national origin and does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental handicap or disability. Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Must qualify as a senior citizen or family (parent or parents with child/children

and meet income guidelines). There are maximum net income limits (after deductions) established by HUD for HACB housing. Call the office or see website for detailed information.

Fees: Generally, the monthly rent for HACB housing is 30 percent of the family's net

income (gross income minus deductions) or a minimum rent of $50 per month, whichever is greater. A flat monthly rent based on apartment size and location may also be offered. A $99 security deposit and the first's month rent are due when you sign your lease. The security deposit, less any charges for rent or damages, is refunded when you move. In some HACB neighborhoods, residents pay their utilities. For these residents, we provide a monthly utility allowance in the form of a rent credit that is subtracted from your rent every month. However, rent credits for utility payments are not available to residents who select the flat rent option.

Services: Federally aided low-moderate income housing, transitional housing, section 8

existing housing, supplemental rent for low income individuals, home improvement program, weatherization and homebuyer program.

Defiant Trespass - If the client is on the “Defiant Trespass List” at the Housing Authority. In order to be removed from the defiant trespass list the individual will have to

write to the Director and ask to be removed from the defiant trespass list. The letter must state the reasons why the person feels they should be removed. In other words, what has changed?


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Housing Opportunities of Beaver County, Inc. 282 East End Ave. Beaver, PA 15009

Phone: (724) 728-7511 - Fax: (724) 728-7202 www.hobcinfo.org

Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm Fees: Contact Office Eligibility: Must be low to moderate income Services: HUD approved housing counseling agency offering fair housing assistance,

budget counseling, credit repair, loss mitigation, money debt management, mortgage delinquency and default resolution counseling, home buyer education classes, pre-purchase and/or post-purchase counseling, foreclosure prevention program and renters assistance. First time home buyer program. Help low to moderate income families qualify for a mortgage.

Supportive Services 1314 9th Avenue, P.O. Box 758


www.supportive.org Hours: 7:30am – 4:00pm 24 hour service Eligibility: Mental Health Consumers of Beaver County Fees: Based on income Services: Community residential rehabilitation housing and services, inpatient diversion

unit- short term facility for individuals having a mental health crisis, long term structured residency program, dual diagnosis unit, mental health consumers on probation, crisis intervention, community awareness, daily living skills training, management of symptoms-medications, self-care, socialization, supportive counseling and transportation.


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The Women’s Center of Beaver County P. O. Box 428

Beaver, PA 15009 724-775-0131 - HELPLINE

Fax: 724-775-2750 www.womenscenterbc.org

Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Fees: None -donations accepted Eligibility: Victims of domestic and/or sexual violence. Services: The Women's Center offers a 24 hour Helpline for crisis intervention and

counseling for domestic and/or sexual violence victims. The 26 bed shelter is available for victims of domestic and/or sexual violence, and homeless women and their children. Other services include: legal and medical accompaniment and advocacy, individual counseling for adults and children, support groups, children's program, prevention-education, and training programs. On-call 24 hour response for emergency room accompaniment and police interviews.


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Emergency Housing Agencies and Services ORGANIZATION CONTACT SERVICES

Homeless Hotline 724.728.3650 Referrals for Emergency Housing.

BC-Launch (724) 857-4950 ext. 2721

Provides assistance to chronically homeless individuals who have a mental health or substance abuse problem.

Salvation Army Beaver Falls

Rochester Aliquippa

724.846.2330 724.774.8335 724.378.0875

Provides assistance during emergencies for qualified individuals and families needing food and shelter.

Catholic Charities

724.775.0758

Emergency Relief and Tangible Assistance: Helps during emergencies and disasters through the CARE Line at 800.321.CARE. Facilitates programs that help pay utility bills for income-eligible residents.

Living Assistance: Provides emergency rent assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency and budgeting assistance through The Duquesne Light Customer Assistance Program to income-eligible residents.

American Red Cross

724.775.9700

Assistance for disaster related emergencies

The Franklin Center

724.728.6000

The Franklin Center provides emergency rental and utility assistance for qualified applicants as well as information and referral services.

Voluntary Action Beaver

County

724.728.3900

Furniture and referral assistance for qualified applicants.

The Center for Hope

Ambridge

724.251.4899

www.thecenterforhope.com

The Benefit Bank: Connects communities and their residents to available resources for low and moderate income families. Ambridge Area Food Pantry: A program of the Ambridge Ministerium providing food to persons who are unable to purchase enough food for themselves and their families because of an emergency or other crisis. The pantry is open the last two Tuesday evenings of the month from 7-8:30PM.

Neighborhood Legal Aid

Services

724.378.0595 724.774.3522

Offers a continuum of critically needed legal information, advice and representation for low-income individuals and families who face urgent civil legal problems. These problems affect basic needs such as food, shelter, employment, consumer issues, healthcare, and family safety.

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Beaver County Housing Specialist/ Fair Housing Officer 724.513.5544

724.378.9622 fax

TYPES OF HOUSING CONTACT DESCRIPTION

1. EMERGENCY HOUSING

Homeless Hotline 724.728.3650 CONTACT Beaver Valley receives calls and makes appropriate referrals.

Women’s Center of Beaver County 724.775.0131 Temporary shelter for women and their children

who are homeless and/or victims of domestic violence.

2. PUBLIC HOUSING

Housing Authority of Beaver County 724.775.1220 Federally funded low and moderate income

housing.

Privately Owned Contact the individual rental offices.

Federally funded low and moderate income housing, privately owned.

3. TRANSITIONAL HOUSING

Supportive Services 724.843.8802 Transitional housing for mental health consumers of Beaver County.

Women’s Center 724.775.0131 For women and their children who have been

victims of domestic violence. Must participate in program for self-sufficiency. May stay for 1 year.

HELP House 724.624.0192 For homeless individuals and families.

4. PERMANENT HOUSING

Harbor Point Housing 724.847.8807 Permanent housing for mental health/special needs residents of Beaver County.

5. ELDERLY HOUSING 724.775.1220 Low income housing for persons aged 55+ years.

6. PERSONAL CARE HOMES 412.565.5614 Assisted living for disabled individuals.

7. HOUSING FOR PEOPLE WITH LOW OR NO INCOME.

Housing for persons with no or little income. Eligibility for the following programs varies.

Contact the agencies for specifics.

Bridge to Recovery 724.728.3350 For clients involved with Children & Youth Services and Drug & Alcohol Services.

CYS House 724.891.5800 For homeless Children & Youth Services clients. Fisher of Boys 724.827.2437 For homeless males. Friendship Homes 724.846.1089 For disabled, homeless individuals and families.

Freedom Project 724.847.8807 Permanent housing for homeless mental health consumers/families with no income.


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Allegheny County Emergency Shelter Providers

Alle-Kiski Hope Center: (724) 224-1100 P.O. Box 67, Tarentum, PA 15084 – www.akhopecenter.org Population served: Women and women with children Bethlehem Haven (Miryam’s): (412) 391-1348 Fifth Avenue Commons, 905 Watson St., Pgh., PA 15219 – www.bethlehemhaven.org Population served: Single women Services: Overnight shelter, transitional & permanent supportive housing, mental health and medical clinic, professional development classes, drop-in center, drug and alcohol services for women through POWER satellite office. Shelter admission begins at 3:30 PM; dinner is at 7:00 PM. East End Cooperative Ministries: (412) 361-5549 250 N. Highland Avenue, Pgh., PA 15206 – www.eecm.org Population served: Adult men ages 18 and up Familylinks Downtown Outreach Shelter: (412) 471-6160 1601 Fifth Ave., Pgh., PA 15219 – www.familylinks.org Population served: Youth under 21 years Light of Life Ministries: (412) 258-6100 10 E. North Ave., Pgh., PA 15212 – www.lightoflife.org Population served: Men only for overnight shelter – bed sign up 4:00 to 4:30 PM Food service: All who are hungry: men, women & children – Breakfast 8:00 AM; Dinner 5:00 PM ORR Compassionate Care: (412) 362-3550 6023 Harvard St., Pgh., PA 15206 – www.pghpresbytery.org/ Population served: Single men and women ages 18 and up Provides 24-hour respite. Referral from a community agency required. Pleasant Valley Shelter/ Northside Common Ministries: (412) 323-1163 admin (412) 321-4272 shelter; 1601 Brighton Rd., Pgh., PA 15212 www.northsidecommonministries.org/programs.htm Population served: single men Salvation Army: (412) 446-1500 700 Bell Ave., Carnegie, PA 15106 – www.use.salvationarmy.org Population served: Single women, women or men with children, and youth (18-21 yrs) Salvation Army/ Northside Corp: (412) 321-0290 – 100 W. North Ave., Pgh., PA 15212 Population served: Single adult men and women Day shelter: Weekdays 9:00 AM to 2:15 PM; Breakfast & Lunch on Mon, Wed, Fri


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Allegheny County Emergency Shelter Providers (con’t) Women’s Center and Shelter: (412) 687-8017 – Pgh., PA 15224 Population served: Victims of domestic violence with or without children Womenspace East, Inc.: (412) 765-2661 – Pgh., PA 15230 Population served: Single women, women with children Hours: 24 hours a day – 7 days a week Womensplace, Inc.: (412) 678-4616 – McKeesport, PA 15136 – www.womensplace.org Population served: Victims of domestic violence and their children Wood Street Commons Shelter: (412) 765-3302 – 301 Third Ave., Pgh., PA 15222 Population served: Single men and women age 18 years and older. Applications accepted M-T-W between 9:00 and 10:00 AM. YMCA of McKeesport: (412) 664-9168 – 523 Sinclair St., McKeesport, PA 15132 Population served: Single men, women and youth (18 to 21 years)


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Beaver County Mental Health Services

Adult Survivors of Child Abuse: Every Thursday evening from 6:00 – 7:30 PM at the Mental Health Association, 105 Brighton Ave, Rochester. Contact: 724-775-9507. Bipolar Disorder Group: Meetings are on the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM at the Mental Health Association, second floor, 105 Brighton Ave, Rochester. Contact: 724-775-9507 COPE (Center of Overcoming Problem Eating) 412-246-6390 NAMI – Beaver County is an educational, advocacy and support group for families, consumers and professionals dealing with serious mental illnesses or brain disorders. Meetings are held at 7:30 PM on the 3rd Thursday of each month in the conference room, Beaver Valley Mental Health Services, 176 Virginia Ave., Rochester. Panic and Anxiety Support Group: Meetings are on the first and third Monday of each month at 7:30 PM at the first floor of Friendship Ridge, Brighton Twp. 724-869-5687 Pennsylvania Network for Eating Disorders: 412-366-9966 Rebuilders: Support for individuals receiving behavioral health services. Every Monday, 12:30 PM, Phoenix Center, Mental Health Association, 105 Brighton Ave, Rochester. Contact: 724-775-9507 Suicides’ Other Victims: The last Monday of each month, 7:30 PM at the Mental Health Association, 105 Brighton Ave, Rochester. Contact: 724-775-9507 Warm Line of Allegheny County: (for emotional support) 1-866-661-WARM (9276) Warm Line of Beaver County: Peer Support 6-9 PM 724-775-9507 - Toll Free 1-877-775-WARM (9276)


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Beaver County Behavioral Health - Base Service Unit 1040 Eighth Avenue

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Phone: 724-847-6225 Fax: 724-847-6229

Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Open to Beaver County residents with psychiatric, mental retardation or drug and

alcohol issues Fees: None Services: Services include intake, assessment, life management planning, psychiatric

evaluation and/ or consultation, treatment planning and service authorization. Case management services include monitoring, advocacy, service planning, and continuity of care. Types of case management include: Intensive Case management, Resource Case management, Service Case management, Student Assistance (S.A.P.) Case management and Early Intervention Case management. Additional services include CASSP program coordination, BHRS and Family-Based Mental Health programs coordination.

Beaver County Behavioral Health - Direct Services 1040 Eighth Avenue, 2nd Floor

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 (724) 847-6225 Fax: (724) 847-6229

www.bcbh.org Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Open to Beaver County residents with mental health or mental retardation issues. Fees: No charge to consumer Services: Beaver County's Direct Services Unit (DSU) provides a variety of services

including but not limited to intake, assessment, case management, Student Assistance (SAP) case management, as well as Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS), also known as wraparound and Family Based Mental Health programs.


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Beaver County Network of Care for Behavioral Health http://beaver.pa.networkofcare.org/mh/home/index.cfm

This web site is a resource for individuals, families and agencies concerned with behavioral health. It provides information about behavioral health services, laws, and related news, as well as communication tools and other features. Regardless of where you begin your search for assistance with behavioral health issues, the Network of Care helps you find what you need - it helps ensure that there is "No Wrong Door" for those who need services. This Web site can greatly assist in our efforts to protect our greatest human asset - our beautiful minds.

Forensic Assertive Community Treatment NHS Human Services – NHS FACT Program

220 Ohio River Boulevard Baden, PA 15005

724.869.5004 Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) is a multi-disciplinary, recovery oriented approach to providing both in-home and community based interventions to individuals who are diagnosed with serious mental illness, and who have had frequent interactions with law enforcement as well as the criminal justice system. FACT services are designed for individuals who are challenged with treatment compliance, have co-occurring disorders, repeated criminal offenses and/or repeated psychiatrist hospitalization due to their mental illness. A team of professionals works with consumers and referral agencies to meet the unique needs of each person in order to reduce arrest, extended incarceration and unnecessary hospitalization. Eligibility: To be eligible for FACT services, one must have been diagnosed with (1) a major

psychiatric disorder that includes one of the following: Schizophrenia, Schizo-affective disorder, Psychotic Disorder NOS, Major Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder and (2) have had frequent interactions with the criminal justice system due to mental illness, such as: arrest, incarceration, forensic hospitals

Referrals: Call contact number to make a referral to the FACT program Services: Each individual who meets eligibility requirements will participate in a

comprehensive assessment process. The treatment team, including the individual, will develop a treatment plan that could include the following services: medication management and monitoring, access to rental housing through partnership with Volunteers of America, life skills training, health education, housing support and assistance, after hours support for crisis support and intervention, benefit coordination, individual, group and family therapy, addictions treatment and case management.


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The Lazarus Center 507 Merchant Street Ambridge, PA 15003

724-266-7576 www.thelazaruscenter.org

Hours: Call for schedule Services: The Lazarus Center is an inter-denominational faith-based resource center

providing information re support groups and resources, as well as maintaining a referral list of counselors and offering classes, groups and retreats to help people heal and grow emotionally and spiritually.

Mental Health America (MHA) of Allegheny County 1945 Fifth Avenue, Third Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-5543

Phone: 412-391-3820 or 1-877-391-3820 - Fax: 412-391-3825 www.mhaac.net

MHA provides individuals in Pittsburgh and surrounding communities with a relevant mix of information, referral, advocacy and legal services. We assist individuals in the recovery process and all of our services are free and confidential. The MHA web site is designed to be a reliable guide to mental health and wellness reflecting the new approach of the mental health community to openly discuss mental health. The design allows the user to obtain specific information about mental health, mental wellness and MHA. MHA provides programs and services to support the health of mind and body and eliminate the stigma of mental illness and addition. Programs include: Adult Mental Health Advocacy - to ensure the rights of individuals Community Outreach - programs and information are offered to community-based,

faith-based, human service and other organizations that are in un-served or underserved communities to raise awareness of mental illness and encourage individuals to seek support and treatment, if necessary.

Education Advocacy - with families and schools to help children diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders and/or a mental illness receive appropriate education placement and services.

Mental Health America Legal Services (MHALS) provides legal consultation and/or representation, on civil matters, for individuals receiving treatment and support services through the community mental health system.

Public Education - with individuals diagnosed with a mental illness and well as those diagnosed with a physical disability.

Youth Advocacy - Youth Advocates work to protect the rights of the approximately 200 young men who reside in two youth development centers and to provide a bridge between the development center and aftercare.


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Mental Health Association in Beaver County 105 Brighton Avenue, Rochester, PA 15074

Phone: 724-775-4165 Fax: 724-775-8523

Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Fees: None Eligibility: Persons and families who have mental illness. Services: Provides advocacy, support groups, education, social programs, and referrals for

persons and families who have mental illness; operates drop-in center, wellness and recovery programs. Please note: The Mental Health Association does not provide clinical treatment.

Ombudsman Program Mental Health Association in Beaver County

Beaver Valley Professional Building 3582 N. Brodhead Road, Suite 107

Monaca, PA 15061 Tele: (724) 775-4165 - Fax: (724) 775-8523

Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: Persons must be enrolled with Value Behavioral Health of PA in the Health

Choices program Services: Provide information about managed care and accessing needed services. Help

consumers use the complaint and grievance process for behavioral health care. Educate consumers about their rights and responsibilities.


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National Alliance on Mental Illness - NAMI

NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania 105 Braunlich Drive, Suite 200, McKnight Plaza

Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Phone: 412-366-3788 toll free 1-888-264-7972

www.namiswpa.org

NAMI Beaver County 243 Buffalo Street Beaver, PA 15009

Diane Watson, President 724-774-7571

NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization established in 1983, to address the increasing need for families and service recipients to have a stronger voice in the mental health system. Membership consists of families, consumers and friends of people with severe mental illnesses. Through regional peer directed volunteer activities, NAMI provides education programs, support groups and self-help to enable families and consumers to become more effective self advocates.

BEAVER COUNTY NAMI SUPPORT GROUPS

NAMI – Beaver County is an educational, advocacy and support group for families, consumers and professionals dealing with serious mental illnesses or brain disorders. Meetings are held at 7:30 PM on the 3rd Thursday of each month in the conference room, Beaver Valley Mental Health Services, 176 Virginia Ave., Rochester. Contact: Diane Watson, (724) 774-7571 Support Group for Families: Rochester, 1st Monday – Vicki Mann 724-775-4051 NAMI CONNECTIONS, Peer Recovery Support Group: Mondays - 6:30-8:00 pm, Mental Health Association, 2nd floor, 105 Brighton Ave.,

Rochester. Thursdays - 1-2:30 pm, Aurora Psych Rehab, Lower Level, 363 Third Street, Beaver. Thursdays - 7:00-8:30 pm, Grace Lutheran Church, 393 Adams Street, Rochester. Note: Contact NAMI-Beaver County for the times and locations of the NAMI-CARE (Consumers Advocating for Recovery through Empowerment) and the NAMI-CAN (Parents of Children & Adolescents Program) groups.


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Staunton Clinic Heritage Valley Rochester

176 Virginia Avenue, Rochester, PA 15074 Phone: 724-775-5208 or 1-800-400-6180 - Fax: 724-770-8259

www.heritagevalley.org/Facilities/StauntonClinic_Rochester.aspx

Hours: By appointment - Crisis: 24 hrs/7 days a week Eligibility: None Fees: Varies Services: 24-hour crisis/intervention, 7 days a week; child, family, and adult outpatient therapy;

adult partial hospital; psychiatric services and medication management for adults and children; 32 - bed inpatient unit at the Medical Center.

The Rochester Mental Health Clinic was incorporated into the Staunton Clinic to provide

centralized mental health services for Beaver County. Outpatient and Specialty Programs include: Clinical evaluations; Psychiatric evaluations and medication management; Individual, marital, family and group therapy; Child and adolescent counseling; Adult Partial Hospital Program; Family Based Services; Community Treatment Team (CTT); Specialized programs for Beaver County Behavioral Health.

Crisis Intervention Services: 24 hrs, 7 days/wk 724-775-5208 or 1-800-400-6180. Requests for Outpatient Services: (except for Crisis Services) call Central Intake

Department at 724-770-8222 to speak with an intake specialist.

Staunton Clinic Heritage Valley Sewickley

111 Hazel Lane, Suite 300, Sewickley, PA 15143 Phone: 412-749-7330

www.heritagevalley.org/Facilities/StauntonClinic_About.aspx

Staunton Clinic is a mental health as well as a mental retardation treatment and resource coordination center. Staunton Clinic provides a number of diverse services that assist people from all walks of life who are seeking to recover from a temporary or more long-term mental health condition. Staunton’s Adult and Child Programs include Outpatient Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Administrative and Intensive Case Management Services, Mental Retardation Supports Coordination, Inpatient Services for adults and other specialized activities such as the Student Assistance Program.


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Stone Harbour

403 Jackson Street, Rochester, PA 15074 (724) 728-0150 - Fax: (724) 728-6041

operated by Supportive Services, Inc. The Stone Harbour program is a 12 bed facility that provides homeless individuals with co-occurring disabilities such as mental illness and/or substance abuse and/or legal issues a safe, therapeutic, regimented, transitional environment that promotes independence and recovery, that guarantees dignity of self and others, teaches the value of hard work and discipline, and assists persons in developing useful skills through a broad needs based “phase” program (if applicable). Stone Harbour prepares the individual for positive reintegration into the community. Criteria for Eligibility:

1. Must be homeless 2. Must be diagnosed with a mental illness/disorder and actively receiving

mental health treatment (current psychological evaluation required). 3. Must be 18 years of age or older, or an emancipated minor. 4. Must have an open case with the Base Service Unit. 5. Must participate in a program; day, partial employment, volunteer work,

BCRA/Aurora, etc. 6. If consumer is also diagnosed with substance abuse, must be in a

drug/alcohol treatment program (i.e. AA/NA meetings, D/A counseling group) or have completed a D/A program and be clean.

7. Must agree to a criminal history check for housing purposes. 8. Must not display any life threatening of community damaging behaviors at

the time of referral. 9. Stone Harbor will determine if consumer is appropriate for services.

Placement is determined according to need and there is a possibility that a referral will be placed on a waiting list.

Supportive Services 1314 9th Avenue, P.O. Box 758


www.supportive.org Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 Monday - Friday (24 hour service) Eligibility: Mental Health Consumers of Beaver County Fees: Based on income Services: Community Residential Rehabilitation Housing and services, Inpatient Diversion Unit-

short term facility for individuals having a mental health crisis, Long Term Structured Residency Program, Dual Diagnosis Unit (mental health consumers with a substance abuse issue), mental health consumers on probation, crisis intervention, community awareness, daily living skills training, management of symptoms-medications, self-care, socialization, supportive counseling, and transportation.


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Suicides Other Victims Mental Health Association

105 Brighton Avenue, Rochester, PA 15074 Phone: 724-775-4165 Fax: 724-775-8523

Hours: 7:30pm Meetings held on last Monday of each month Eligibility: Anyone dealing with suicide of a loved one. Fees: None Services: Mutual support, self-help, information, education, public awareness programs,

support group for family, relatives, friends and neighbors dealing with the death of a loved one by suicide.


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Beaver Valley Pregnancy Support Center 110 Christy Drive


Hours: 10:00am – 2:30pm Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 10:00am – 12:00pm Wednesday Eligibility: Any woman facing an unexpected or an unplanned pregnancy. Fees: All services are free and confidential Services: The Pregnancy Support Center offers free pregnancy tests, baby and maternity

clothes, 24 hour hot-line, post-abortion counseling, community referrals, and community education programs..

Catholic Charities of Beaver County 3582 N. Brodhead Road, Suite 108


Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday: Evening hours-appointment only Eligibility: Determined by program requirement Fees: Determined by program requirement & sliding fee scale Services: Catholic Charities offers pregnancy and parenting programs for childbirth,

parenting and life skills education, and Women-In-Need (free diapers & baby supplies for children up to 12 months of age). They also provide adoption and foster care, counseling for adults, adolescents, couples and families, psycho-education support groups (Transparenting-Children Cope with Divorce, domestic violence, self esteem, child abuse treatment and a Prevention group for adult perpetrators of child abuse, post-abortion healing groups, and grief support). They also offer living assistance when available through Fema-Housing Assistance, Duquesne Light CAP, and Columbia Gas CAP, emergency relief & tangible assistance, workshops, trainings, & community education.


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Child Care Information Service of Beaver County 1030 Eighth Avenue, 1st Floor, Room 128

Beaver Falls, PA 15010 Phone: 724-847-0145 / 800-322-8504

Fax: 724-847-1593

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Determined by family size, income and other criteria. Fees: Determined by income and family size Services: Free resource and referral services to all families and members of the general

public needing counsel on choosing child care. We assist in the payment of childcare services for eligible families who need care to be employed and to ensure that all families are able to choose a childcare setting that is appropriate for their child(ren) including licensed, registered and legally unregulated providers.

Children & Youth Services of Beaver County Beaver County Human Services Building

1080 Eighth Avenue, 3rd Floor, Beaver Falls, PA 15009 Toll Free: 1-800-615-7743

Tele: (724) 891-5800 Fax: (724) 891- 5801 bccys.org

Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday; 24 hour answering service, workers on

call Eligibility: Children and their families in need of services, 0-18 years old Fees: None Services: The agency’s mission is to provide rehabilitative services to children and their

families where child abuse/neglect has been investigated and/ or substantiated. In addition, services are provided to teens who are experiencing behavior problems, and their families. The agency provides foster care when necessary and provides adoption services for children within our system. The agency funds a variety of services in the community, both rehabilitative and preventative with the goal of stabilizing families and ensuring children a safe, permanent home. Speakers are available to provide information on abuse/neglect related issues, mandated reporting, laws governing child abuse/neglect and the agency’s function in the community.


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Choices Pregnancy Center 625 Fifth Avenue

Coraopolis, PA 15108 724-457-1220 or 412-264-0200 Fax: 724-264-0600

1-877-RU4-SURE www.choices-for-life.org

Hours: Monday: 10:00am - 3:00pm Tuesday: 10:00am - 8:00pm Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:00pm Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm Friday: 10:00am - 2:00pm Fees: None Services: Obstetrical ultrasound to confirm pregnancy; pregnancy testing; Nurse

Practitioner consultation; STD/STI testing and treatment for men and women - STD clinic is held on Tuesday or Thursday (walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred). Confidential counseling for women and men; Referrals - legal, financial, adoption, housing; Material assistance for mothers and baby - clothing and furniture; Spiritual counsel; Pre and Post abortion counseling; Abortion support groups; New Mom support group; Dr. Dad – young father training program.

Family Enrichment Programs

599 Market Street Bridgewater, PA 15009 Tele: (724) 774-0522

Hotline: (724) 846-9777 Fax: (724) 774-6436

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Eligibility: As needed Fees: None Services: Basic parenting workshops, parent aide program, information, referral and parents

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Family Planning Center Heritage Valley Health System 918 Third Avenue, Third Floor Beaver Falls, PA 15010-4613

Tele: (724) 846-8500 Fax: (724) 847-7840 www.heritagevalley.org/services/FamilyPlanning.aspx

Hours: Monday 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesday 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Eligibility: Adult men and women Fees: Some free services; others low cost. Accept most insurance, medical assistance, or

a sliding scale fee based on household income is used to determine cost of other services.

Services: Low-cost, high-quality medical care; confidential services for women and men;

information on sexual responsibility and general wellness. Pregnancy tests and pregnancy options counseling, complete reproductive exams for male and female patients (includes Pap test and breast exam), treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and vaginal infections, referrals for adoption information or prenatal care, free Pap testing and mammography to uninsured women over age 40 (income based on federal poverty guidelines), HIV testing.

Family Savings Account Program Housing Authority of Beaver County 300 State Street, Beaver, PA 15009

Tele: 724-775-1220 x 48 Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday Requirements: Household annual income must be less than 80% of the poverty level. The savings

account must be opened at National City Bank. Services: Families must choose a savings goal and save at least $40.00 per month or more.

The savings must be on a consistent monthly basis and the family cannot withdraw their savings during the year. At the end of the first year, the FSA program will match up to $1000.00 or at the end of two years $2000.00. Families must also attend 4 financial literacy classes during the year. These classes are provided free of charge by National City Bank and cover topics such as: "Predatory Lending," "The Hidden Cost of Credit Cards," "Saving for Homeownership," and "How to Save a Million Dollars"


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The Hope Christian Center 434 Franklin Avenue Aliquippa, PA 15001

Tele: (724) 375-1016 Fax: (724) 375-4765 Hours: 6:00am – 6:30pm Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 9:00am – 9:00pm Wednesday and Friday Eligibility: Any child, teen, or adult Fees: Contact number above Services: The Hope Christian Center is a Christian non-profit organization whose mission is

to deposit hope into the heart of the community and surrounding areas, through the administration of educational, social, spiritual, economic and health programs, to enable youth and adults to become productive contributors to the community.

Parental Stress Center 5877 Commerce Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Phone: (412) 361-4800 Fax: (412) 361-4801 www.PSCFamily.net

Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m Eligibility: Voluntary; the only requirement is that the family desire to improve its situation. Fees: Sliding Scale Services: PSC is a strength-based, solution-focused, family-centered program that prevents

child abuse and neglect by providing education, counseling and supportive services to families and caregivers in southwestern Pennsylvania. The economic empowerment program offers financial education classes for adults & older youth; access to available public benefits, support to increase financial assets, free income tax preparation for families & individuals eligible for earned income tax credits and referral to community resources.


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Parents Anonymous 599 Market Street

Bridgewater, PA 15009 Tele: (724) 846-9777 Fax: (724) 774-6436

Hours: 24 hours a day, days a week Eligibility: Voluntary participation, no cost Services: Parents anonymous of Beaver County represents an autonomous self-help group provided

for parents. Its purpose is to help parents cope with the everyday problems families encounter. Participants share concerns, mutual support and parenting ideas.

Tower of Hope, Inc.

located in The Center for Hope 233 Merchant Street, Ambridge, PA 15003

724-728-2457 [email protected]

Hours: Call for appointment Eligibility: Voluntary participation; unmarried or married women of any age, race, income level or

religion who need help dealing with a pregnancy, babies and children, or abortion related issues are welcome. No cost to participants.

Services: Holistic support for women with pregnancy, babies and children related issues: physical,

emotional, and spiritual support in the form of counseling, education or providing material needs for babies and small children.

The Women’s Center of Beaver County

P. O. Box 428 Beaver, PA 15009

724-775-0131 - HELPLINE Fax: 724-775-2750

www.womenscenterbc.org

Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Fees: None -donations accepted Eligibility: Victims of domestic and/or sexual violence. Services: The Women's Center offers a 24 hour Helpline for crisis intervention and counseling for

domestic and/or sexual violence victims. The 26 bed shelter is available for victims of domestic and/or sexual violence, and homeless women and their children. Other services include: legal and medical accompaniment and advocacy, individual counseling for adults and children, support groups, children's program, prevention-education, and training programs. On-call 24 hour response for emergency room accompaniment and police interviews.


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INTERNET RESOURCES FOR REENTRY AND AFTERCARE CLASP – Center for Law and Social Policy – www.clasp.org CLASP is a nonprofit public policy and advocacy organization that conducts research, policy

analysis, technical assistance, and advocacy on issues related to economic security and family stability for low-income parents, children, and youth. CLASP analyzes proposed federal and state legislation, laws, and regulations and testifies before Congress and state legislatures. Analyses, in-depth reports, policy briefs, fact sheets, and testimony are posted on this site, organized by topic area. CLASP also represents and provides advice to legal aid programs funded by the Legal Services Corporation and encourages innovative advocacy to achieve racial and social justice on behalf of low-income and marginalized communities through the Project for the Future of Equal Justice.

FAMM – Families against Mandatory Minimums – www.famm.org Families Against Mandatory Minimums is the national voice for fair and proportionate sentencing

laws, shining a light on the human face of sentencing, advocating for state and federal sentencing reform, and mobilizing thousands of individuals and families whose lives are adversely affected by unjust sentences. FAMM's vision is a nation in which sentencing is individualized, humane, and sufficient but not greater than necessary to impose just punishment, secure public safety, and support successful rehabilitation and reentry. FAMM's national membership includes prisoners and their families, attorneys, judges, criminal justice experts and concerned citizens. FAMM works to change mandatory sentencing laws through the legislative process on the federal and state levels, participation in precedent-setting legal cases and by educating the public. Download newsletters and resources for families and incarcerated people including a family reentry guide.

Legal Action Center – www.lac.org The Legal Action Center is the only non-profit law and policy organization in the United States

whose sole mission is to fight discrimination against people with histories of addiction, HIV/AIDS, or criminal records, and to advocate for sound public policies in these areas. For three decades, LAC has worked to combat the stigma and prejudice that keep these individuals out of the mainstream of society. The Legal Action Center is committed to helping people reclaim their lives, maintain their dignity, and participate fully in society as productive, responsible citizens. Download many useful LAC publications and reports such as: “How to Get and Clean Up Your PA Rap Sheet” and “Employment Discrimination and What to Do About It.”

The National H.I.R.E. Network – www.hirenetwork.org Established by the Legal Action Center, the National Helping Individuals with criminal records

Re-enter through Employment Network is both a national clearinghouse for information and an advocate for policy change. The goal of the National H.I.R.E. Network is to increase the number and quality of job opportunities available to people with criminal records by changing public policies, employment practices and public opinion. The National H.I.R.E. Network provides training and technical assistance to agencies working to improve the employment prospects for people with criminal records and also offers smart solutions to employers to help them access qualified workers, protect themselves from negligent hiring concerns, and maximize cost-savings. Download manuals and handbooks for employment, housing and discrimination. Download information on employer federal and state tax credits, the federal bonding program for high risk job applicants and other important publications.


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The Sentencing Project – www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project is a national organization working for a fair and effective criminal justice

system by promoting reforms in sentencing law and practice, and alternatives to incarceration. As a result of The Sentencing Project's research, publications and advocacy, many people know that this country is the world's leader in incarceration, that one in three young black men is under control of the criminal justice system, that five million Americans can't vote because of felony convictions, and that thousands of women and children have lost welfare, education and housing benefits as the result of convictions for minor drug offenses. The Sentencing Project is dedicated to changing the way Americans think about crime and punishment. Download policy reports, briefing sheets, and educational materials on a wide range of criminal justice issues including research, litigation materials, and commentary from some of the nation's foremost experts on criminal justice policy and civil rights.

SVORI – Serious and Violent Offender Initiative – www.reentry.gov The purpose of the Serious and Violent Offender Initiative (SVORI) is to assist in the creation of

prototypical reentry systems that address both juvenile and adult offender populations in all three phases of reentry: institutional readiness, community reentry, and stabilization. This informational website from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs provides access to the latest information on reentry from all levels: federal, state and community. Download federal and state reentry resources, funding information, training and technical assistance and publications.

The Urban Institute – www.urban.org The Urban Institute gathers data, conducts research, evaluates programs, offers technical

assistance overseas, and educates Americans on social and economic issues — to foster sound public policy and effective government. The UI shares research findings with policymakers, program administrators, business, academics, and the public online and through reports and books. Download the latest reports on criminal justice, corrections, reentry, housing, welfare, etc.

WPA – Women’s Prison Association – www.wpaonline.org WPA is the nation's oldest service and advocacy organization committed to helping women with

criminal justice histories see new possibilities for themselves and their families. We take a dual approach to the issues facing criminal-justice involved women, combining a commitment to changing the circumstances of women’s lives one-by-one with a commitment to changing the systems that create opportunities and barriers for our clients. All of our programs are designed to reduce the use of incarceration and to help criminal justice-involved women make decisions that support, strengthen and enrich their own lives, and those of their family members. The WPA Institute on Women & Criminal Justice is a national center for policy analysis, research, and information about criminal justice-involved women, their families and communities. Download training manuals, publications, annotated bibliography and other resources for women, children and families in the criminal justice system and reentry.


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Beaver County Veterans Affairs 810 Third Street, Room A-100

Beaver, PA 15009 (724) 728-3934 ext.22294

Fax: (724) 728-3875 www.co.beaver.pa.us/veterans/index.htm

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Must have been discharged under honorable conditions Services: Assistance with applying for all veterans benefits to include dependents and surviving

spouse including service connected compensation, pension (regular, housebound, and aid and attendance) and health care for veterans covering all periods of service.

Beaver County VA Primary Care Center 90 Wagner Road, Monaca, PA 15061

Phone: 724-419-4733 Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Must be registered with the Veterans Administration Services: Primary care outpatient services including general medical care, physical exams, and

laboratory, radiology, dietary and podiatry services.

Pittsburgh Vet Center 2500 Baldwick Rd

Pittsburgh, PA 15205 Phone: 412-920-1765 Fax: 412-920-1769

Hours: Normal working hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday. In an effort to

better serve the veteran and family members, upon request Vet Centers will provide services after normal work hours and/or on weekends.

Eligibility: If you served in a combat zone and received a campaign ribbon (Vietnam, Southwest

Asia, OEF, OIF, etc.) you are eligible for Vet Center services. Your family members are also eligible for services to deal with military related issues. In addition, parents, siblings, spouses and children of any active duty service member who dies while on active duty are eligible for bereavement counseling services. Services are also provided to any veteran who experienced military related sexual trauma while on active duty.

Services: Vet Center services include outreach, individual, group, martial and family counseling,

bereavement counseling, medical referrals, VA benefits assistance, employment counseling, alcohol & drug assessment and referral, information and referral to community resources and community education.


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VA Butler Healthcare 325 New Castle Road, Butler, PA 16001

Phone: (800) 362-8262 Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Must be registered with the Veterans Administration Services: Addictions Treatment Program, Adult Day Health Care, Audiology, Cardiology,

Cardiopulmonary, Center for Behavioral Health Care, Chiropractic Care, Dental, Domiciliary, Eye Clinic, Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Home and Community Care, Homeless Veteran Program, Kinesiotherapy, Laboratory, Minority Veteran Program, Neurology, Nursing Home, Nutrition and Food Service, Occupational Therapy, OIF/OEF Veteran Transitioning, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Pain Clinic, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Primary Care, Prosthetics, Psychiatry, Psychology, Radiology, Recreation Therapy, Rehabilitation, Social Work, Speech Pathology , Urology, Vocational Rehabilitation, Wellness Center, Womens Veteran Program

VA Butler Healthcare – Cranberry Twp. Outpatient Clinic 1183 Freedom Road, Suite A101, Cranberry Township, PA 16066

Phone: (800) 310-5001 Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday Eligibility: Must be registered with the Veterans Administration Services: Primary care outpatient services including general medical care, physical exams,

women’s health, mental health and laboratory, radiology, dietary and podiatry services.

Veterans Justice Outreach Butler VA Medical Center

325 New Castle Road (54), Butler, PA 16001 1-800-362-8262

The Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) initiative targets homelessness among justice-involved veterans in contact with law enforcement, jails and the courts. The primary objective of this program is to prevent homelessness by connecting justice involved veterans with appropriate treatment and other resources, and then encouraging adherence to treatment over time with short term case management. VJO specialists reach in to the criminal justice system to ensure that eligible justice-involved veterans have access and coordination to Veterans Health Administration (VHA) mental health and substance abuse services when clinically indicated, and other VA benefits as appropriate. Services: VA/Community Access, Residential Programs, Transitional Assistance, Medical Care, Housing Resources, Drug & Alcohol Treatment, Veterans Benefits, Vet Center Information, Vocational Rehabilitation, CWT/Employment, Discharge Upgrades & Reentry Support. Contact Information: Bradley J. Schaffer, VJO & HUD/VASH Coordinator at (724) 285-2240 and/or email at [email protected]


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Veterans Supportive Housing (VASH) Program Butler VA Medical Center

325 New Castle Road (54), Butler, PA 16001 1-800-362-8262

What is HUD/VASH? Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’ VA Supportive Housing (VASH) is a joint program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Section 8 “Housing Choice” rental assistance vouchers and the Butler VA Medical Center. Locally, this program is administered through Butler Public Housing Authority (PHA) and VA Medical Center’s HUD/VASH Program. Who May Be Eligible? 1) Veterans who are homeless, as defined by the McKinney Act are: An individual (or family group) who lacks a fixed regular and adequate night time residence and who has a primary night time residence that is supervised publicly or privately operated shelter designed to provide temporary living accommodations including welfare hotels, congregate shelters, and transitional housing for the mentally ill; an institution that provides a temporary residence for individuals intended to institutionalized; or a public or private place not designed for, or ordinarily used as, a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings. 2) Homeless veterans who are eligible for a full range of VA services. 3) Homeless veterans who are in need of case management for substance abuse recovery, medical and/or mental health and are willing to accept this as part of their treatment. 4) Homeless veterans who are willing to participate in outpatient programming. Highest Priority for this program is for chronically homeless disabled veterans and families (defined as consistently homeless for one year or 4 episodes of homelessness in the past three years). Note: The term “homeless” or “homeless individual” does not include any individual imprisoned or otherwise pursuant to an Act of Congress or state law. Among the homeless population not identified as chronically homeless, the following groups should be considered and offered preference, if possible, under existing guidelines:

1. Homeless veterans with children and an identified disability 2. OEF-OIF homeless veterans 3. Women homeless veterans 4. Homeless veterans with a disability 5. All other homeless veterans

Contact Information: Bradley J. Schaffer, VJO & HUD/VASH Coordinator at (724) 285-2240 and/or email at [email protected]


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VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive

Pittsburgh, PA 15240 412-688-6000

www.pittsburgh.va.gov Clinic Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Visiting Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Eligibility: Must be registered with the Veterans Administration The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System is an integrated healthcare system that serves the Veteran population throughout the tri-state area of Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia and consists of three divisions: a major medical and surgical tertiary care facility, a behavioral health facility, and a community living center and a Veterans recovery center all complemented by five community based outpatient clinics. University Drive Division serves as the acute care facility and has approximately 146 operating beds distributed among Medicine, Surgery, Neurology and Critical Care. Specialized services available at University Drive include bariatrics, speech and audiology, dermatology, optometry/ophthalmology, arrhythmia and arthritis, diabetes assessment and education, endocrinology, gastroenterology, nephrology, pain management and wound clinic, sleep studies, urology, and a large outpatient climic. Highland Drive Division has 175 operating beds, 79 inpatient behavioral health beds, a variety of outpatient clinics, research programs and support services. Outpatient programs include the Center for Treatment of Addictive Disorders, the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder clinic, dental, orthotics, primary care, audiology & speech pathology, and physical therapy. The H. John Heinz III VA Progressive Care Center is located in O'Hara Township, a few miles northeast of Pittsburgh. Classified as a Geriatric Center of Excellence, the 262-bed community living center has transitional care beds and offers outpatient services including audiology & speech pathology, dental, primary care, and pharmacy.

Veterans Benefits Administration Pittsburgh VA Regional Office (VARO) William S. Moorhead Federal Building

1000 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Phone: 800-827-1000

www.va.gov The Pittsburgh VA Regional Office (VARO) is responsible for the administration of compensation and pension (C&P), and vocational rehabilitation and employment (VR&E) benefits throughout the tri-state area, as well as providing information and guidance on numerous other veterans programs, including meeting the needs of homeless veterans.


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Toll Free Numbers for Contacting the VA

VA Benefits: 1-800-827-1000

Burial Civilian Health and Medical Program (CHAMPVA) Death Pension Dependency Indemnity Compensation Direct Deposit Directions to VA Benefits Regional Offices Disability Compensation Disability Pension Education Home Loan Guaranty Life Insurance Medical Care Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment

Beneficiaries in receipt of Pension Benefits: 1-877-294-6380 Education (GI Bill): 1-888-442-4551 Health Care Benefits: 1-877-222-8387 Income Verification and Means Testing: 1-800-929-8387 Life Insurance: 1-800-669-8477 Mammography Helpline: 1-888-492-7844 Special Issues - Gulf War/Agent Orange/Project Shad/Mustard Agents and Lewisite/Ionizing Radiation: 1-800-749-8387 Status of Headstones and Markers: 1-800-697-6947 Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD): 1-800-829-4833 For health care services, contact your nearest VA medical facility.


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The following information is from the Pennsylvania Guidebook for Incarcerated Veterans: Determining VA Eligibility: VA health care: 1-877-222-8387 - VA benefits: 1-800-827-1000 Eligibility for most VA benefits is based upon discharge from active military service under honorable conditions. Active service means full-time service as a member of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. Honorable and General discharges qualify a veteran for most VA benefits. Dishonorable and bad conduct discharges issued by general courts-martial may bar VA benefits. Veterans in prison and parolees may be eligible for certain VA benefits. VA regional offices can clarify the eligibility of prisoners, parolees and individuals with multiple discharges issued under differing conditions. VA benefits will not be provided to any veteran or dependent wanted for an outstanding felony warrant. Those seeking a VA benefit for the first time must submit a copy of their service discharge form (DD-214, DD-215), which documents service dates and type of discharge, or give their full name, military service number, branch and dates of service. To apply for services veterans must complete a VA Form 10-10EZ, Application for Health Benefits. The form may be obtained from any VA health care facility or regional benefits office, or by calling the VA Health Benefits Service Center toll free at 1-877-222-VETS (8387) or online at (http://www.va.gov/1010ez.htm). Once enrolled, a veteran is eligible to receive services at VA facilities anywhere in the country. Eligibility for VA Benefits during Incarceration: Veterans incarcerated and incarcerated dependents may apply for the same compensation, dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) – service connected death benefits – and pension benefits as veterans who are not incarcerated. However, Congress has greatly restricted the amount of benefits that may be paid to a veteran or dependent while he or she is incarcerated. These benefits are institutionalized as part of law: 38 U.S.C Sec 5313 (a), 38 C.F.R., Sec.3.665 (a), (d), which reads as follows:

If a veteran is incarcerated as the result of a “felony” conviction as defined by law: “Any offense punishable by death or imprisonment for a term exceeding one year, unless specifically categorized as a misdemeanor under the law of the prosecuting jurisdiction,” Then, the amount paid to a veteran incarcerated for a service-connected disability is generally limited by law to the 10 percent disability rate, or half the amount of the ten percent rate if the veteran’s disability rating is 10 percent. (If the veteran is rated before incarceration as 20 percent disabled or higher, he will receive only the amount payable to a 10 percent disabled veteran.) Incarcerated DIC recipients will receive one-half the amount paid to a veteran receiving compensation payments for a 10 percent-rated disability. A veteran may not receive non-service connected VA pension benefits, or any portion of these benefits, while incarcerated for a felony. However, his family may receive an apportionment of such benefits under the procedure described above. (See 38 C.F.R. Sec.3.666)

One important requirement for eligibility for VA benefits is that the veteran has to have been issued either an honorable or general discharge, or would have received one if not for reenlisting. If a veteran had two periods of service, one honorable and the other less than honorable, he may still be eligible for VA benefits based on the honorable period of service. VA Medical Care is not provided to veterans in prison, but VA health facilities may provide care to you after your release.


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Benefits Payments While Incarcerated: There is a 60-day "grace period" following a conviction when you may still receive full benefits. To avoid an overpayment, it is important that you notify the VARO immediately when you go to prison if you are receiving payments. If you do not notify the VA and receive overpayment, you and your family will lose all financial payments until the debt is paid.

For example, Joe is a veteran who receives a VA pension of $807 per month. He commits a crime and is incarcerated, but doesn't tell the VA right away and keeps getting paid for 6 months. Joe is overpaid a total of $4,872. After serving his sentence of 18 months, he is released and applies to the VA to have his pension restarted. The new pension rate is $830 per month, but the VA will use that amount to start repaying the $4,872 debt. Joe's first real check will start 5 months after he is released and will be for $30! Joe has to go at least 5 months without that income.

Your award for compensation or pension benefits should resume from the date you are released, as long as the VA receives notice of release within one year. This includes placement in a community treatment center or halfway house. Remember, you must notify the VA when you are released to restart your payments. Apportionment: Although legally, the veteran can only receive a portion of the full amount payable for his or her disability rating, the remaining balance may be “apportioned to the individual’s dependent family”. To apply for apportionment, send a letter to the VA Regional Office (VARO) that has jurisdiction over the veteran’s case. VA regulations clearly specify this apportionment amount will only go to family members if they can show financial need for such amount. This applies to the spouse, children, or dependent parents who are involved in the application. In deciding appropriate apportionment the following factors are considered: The family member’s income and living expenses; The amount of compensation available to be apportioned; The needs and living expenses of other family members; and Special needs of any of the family members.

For example: a veteran incarcerated rated as 80 percent disability can only receive the amount he or she would get if he or she were 10 percent disabled. However, his or her family may be apportioned up to 70 percent, the difference of the 80 percent rating. (DIC may also be apportioned with similar restrictions.) There is a 60-day “grace period” following conviction where the veteran, or DIC recipient, may still receive full benefits. If the veteran continues to receive benefits after the 60-day period, it will result in an “over-payment”. The VA considers it to be the recipient’s responsibility and fault if this occurs because the recipient failed to notify the VA of his or her incarceration. Attempts to obtain a waiver in these situations of overpayment are often unsuccessful. As a rule, the veteran loses most, if not all, financial benefits until the entire overpayment is recovered by the VA. It has also been a standard procedure that the family will not be entitled to receive an apportionment until the debt is completely recovered.


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Replacement Identification

Cards


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How to Obtain a Replacement Pennsylvania Birth Certificate Division of Vital Records

Room 512, Pittsburgh State Office Building 300 Liberty Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1210 (412) 565-5113 – info line

(412) 565-5114 – customer service www.dsf.health.state.pa.us/health

Complete the Application for Certified Copy of Birth Record. (see attached form) Apply in person at the Pittsburgh office of the Division of Vital Records. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding State holidays. Photo ID Required: It will be necessary to present valid government issued photo identification. Examples of acceptable identification are a state issued driver's license or non-driver photo ID with requestor's current address, etc. Payment: Payment for walk-in services is by check or money order only ($10.00 per certified copy of birth). Please allow sufficient processing time for walk-in services. Persons requesting same day processing should be at the office no later than 2:00 p.m. What If You Do Not Have All of the Required Proof of Identification?

1. The inmate being released may use his or her Beaver County Jail identity wristband. This is an official county government issued photo identification that will be accepted by the Division of Vital records for proof of identity.

2. The inmate must ask to keep their wristband and request a corresponding letter from the

jail verifying his/her identity and official information at least a week BEFORE they are released. The request must be submitted in writing, using the Inmate Request Form, to the Director of Treatment.

3. Upon release, the inmate should gather any additional identity records, proof of address

and court, probation and/or parole documents he or she may have and take them with their jail identification to the Pennsylvania Division of Vital Records office.


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How to Obtain a Replacement Pennsylvania Driver’s License PennDOT Photo & Exam Center

149 Stewart Ave East Rochester, PA 15074

Driver License & Photo ID Customer Call Center - 1-800-932-4600 www.dot4.state.pa.us

Process: Step 1: Complete Form DL-143 (see attached form) Step 2: Return completed application with a check or money order made payable to PennDOT in the amount indicated on the form. Step 3: A camera card will be mailed, and you should receive it within seven to ten working days after form is processed. Step 4: Once you receive your camera card, you will need to take it along with your Social Security card and appropriate identification to any Photo Center to receive new digitized driver’s license.

East Rochester PennDOT Photo & Exam Center Schedule Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Photo License Center

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 6:00pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

Driver License Center

Closed 8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

Best Times To Visit

Closed 9:00-10:00 am

9:00-10:00 am

9:00-11:00 am

9:00-10:00 am

9:00-10:00 am


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How to Obtain a Pennsylvania Photo ID Card PennDOT Photo & Exam Center

149 Stewart Ave East Rochester, PA 15074

Driver License & Photo ID Customer Call Center - 1-800-932-4600 www.dot4.state.pa.us

An identification card can be issued to any Pennsylvania resident who is at least 16 years of age. Step 1: Visit the East Rochester Driver License Center and take along:

1. Proof of identification (see attached form) 2. Social Security Card 3. Check or money order in the amount of $12 4. 2 acceptable forms of address verification if applicant is 18 years or older.

Step 2: Complete Form DL-54A "Application for Pennsylvania Photo Identification Card". Step 3: Upon handing in the proper identification requirements, a camera card is issued to you. Step 4: The camera card is taken to the photo technician co-located within the Driver License Center for

the photo to be taken. Step 5: A Photo Identification Card is issued to you. What If You Do Not Have All of the Required Proof of Identification?

1. The inmate being released may use his or her Beaver County Jail identity wristband. This is an official county government issued photo identification that may be accepted by the Department of Transportation as proof of identity.

2. The inmate must ask to keep their wristband and request a corresponding letter from the jail verifying his/her identity and official information at least a week BEFORE they are released. The request must be submitted in writing, using the Inmate Request Form, to the Director of Treatment.

3. Upon release, the inmate should gather any additional identity records, proof of address and court, probation and/or parole documents he or she may have and take them with their jail identification to the Pennsylvania Division of Vital Records office.

4. If you were issued a Pennsylvania Driver’s License or Photo ID in the past, ask if they can locate your old records and verify your identity from the records and/or photos on file.

East Rochester PennDOT Photo & Exam Center Schedule Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Photo License Center

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 6:00pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

8:30am - 4:15pm

Driver License Center

Closed 8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

8:30am - 4:15pm *

Best Times To Visit

Closed 9:00-10:00 am

9:00-10:00 am

9:00-11:00 am

9:00-10:00 am

9:00-10:00 am


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How to Obtain a Replacement Social Security Card Social Security

120 Merchant Street Ambridge, PA 15003

1-800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov/ssnumber

An Application for a Social Security Card, Form SS-5 must be submitted to the Social Security office to get or renew a social security card. Please be sure to look at the form instructions (see attached form SS-5). There is no charge when applying for or renewing a card. To renew a card (lost card or new name), you must present recently issued documents that prove your identity, and if born outside the U.S., proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status. Take original or certified copies of your supporting documents along with the application. Acceptable proof of age includes a birth certificate, hospital records, or passport if born

outside of the U.S. Acceptable proof of identity includes a driver's licenses, passports, marriage or divorce

record, school identification card, employer identification card, military identification card, health insurance card (not a Medicare card), life insurance policy, or adoption record.

Acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship includes U.S. consular report of birth, passport and

certificate of citizenship or naturalization. What If You Do Not Have All of the Required Proof of Identification?

1. The inmate being released may use his or her Beaver County Jail identity wristband. This

is an official county government issued photo identification that should be accepted by the Social Security office for proof of identity.

2. The inmate must ask to keep their wristband and request a corresponding letter from the jail verifying his/her identity and official information at least a week BEFORE they are released. The request must be submitted in writing, using the Inmate Request Form, to the Director of Treatment.

3. Upon release, the inmate should gather any additional identity records, proof of address and court, probation and/or parole documents he or she may have and take them with their jail identification to the Social Security office.

4. It may be advisable for the inmate to procure a photo identification as the first step before attempting to restore their social security card.


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Appendix: Necessary Forms

To Replace Lost Identification

HD1105F REV 08//07

BIRTH Application for Certified Copy of Birth Record

Pennsylvania Department of Health � Division of Vital Records BIRTH PART 1: By my signature below, I state I am the person whom I represent myself to be herein, and I affirm the information within this form is complete and accurate and made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. §4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities. In addition, I acknowledge that misstating my identity or assuming the identity of another person may subject me to misdemeanor or felony criminal penalties for identity theft pursuant to 18 Pa.C.S. §4120 or other sections of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code. (Note: Signature must agree with name listed in Parts 2 and 5 of this form.)

Signature of person making request (Do not print): ___________________________________________________________________ Signature required on ALL requests. Must be 18 years of age or older to apply. If under 18, immediate family member must request record.

PART 2: PRINT or TYPE name of individual requesting record and his/her current mailing address.

Relationship to Person Name: ___________________________________________________Named on Record: ______________________________________

Address:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City:__________________________________________________________________ State: __________________ Zip:____________

Daytime phone number: (______) _______ - _________ E-mail Address:_________________________________________

Intended Use of Certified Copy: Travel (Date needed: ________________________) � Social Security/Benefits � School

� Employment � Driver’s License � Other (List reason: ___________________________________________________________)

PART 3: PRINT or TYPE information below regarding person named on requested record: Number of copies: ________

Name at Birth: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ If name has changed since birth due to adoption, court order, or any reason other than marriage, please list that name here: ____________________________________________________________

Date of Birth:________________________________________________ Age Now: __________ Sex: � Male � Female (Month/Day/Year - Records available from 1906 to the present)

Place of Birth: ___________________________________________________________________ Hospital: _______________________ (County) (City/Boro/Twp. In Pennsylvania)

Full Maiden Name of Mother: _______________________________________________________________________________________

Full Name of Father: ________________________________________________________________________________________________

PART 4: BIRTH: $10.00 each. If fee is required, make check/money order payable to: VITAL RECORDS.

Fees will be waived for individuals who served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces and their dependents (complete the following):

Armed Forces Member’s Name: ________________________________________Service Number:________________________________

Relationship to Armed Forces Member: _________________________Rank and Branch of Service:_________________________________

PART 5: VALID GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID REQUIRED � Individual requesting record must include a legible copy of his/her valid government issued photo ID that verifies name and mailing address as listed in Part 2 above.

� Examples: State issued driver’s license or non-driver photo ID (if address has been changed, include copy of update card). � If possible, enlarge photo ID on copier by at least 150% (copies of ID will be shredded upon review). � If acceptable ID not available, visit our website at www.health.state.pa.us/vitalrecords for further information.

Mail with self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Have you? DIVISION OF VITAL RECORDS (ATTN: BIRTH UNIT) � Signed your name in Part 1 (do not 101 SOUTH MERCER STREET print) PO BOX 1528 � Listed your name and current mailing NEW CASTLE, PA 16103 address in Parts 2 and 5

� Completed all items in Part 3 (enter Print or type name and address in the space provided below unknown if information unavailable) (must agree with name and current address in Part 2 and ID documentation):

� Enclosed payment (or completed Part 4 Name for waiver of fee)

� Enclosed legible copy of ID (must agree Street with your name and address in Parts 2

and 5) City, State, Zip Code

For EXPEDITED ON-LINE ORDERING or additional information, visit our website: www.health.state.pa.us/vitalrecords

Identification and Residency RequirementsFor U.S. Citizens

As part of a nationwide effort to enhance the issuance of secure identification credentials,Pennsylvania requires the following documentation from U.S. Citizens applying for a PennsylvaniaDriver’s License, Learner’s Permit or Identification (ID) Card or U.S. Citizens transferring an out-of-state Driver’s License or ID Card.

Age Requirements for U.S. CitizensIndividuals applying for a Non-Commercial Driver’s License and/or Identification (ID) Card must be atleast 16 years of age.

Individuals transferring a Non-Commercial Driver’s License must be at least 16 1/2 years of age.

Individuals applying for a Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit must be at least 16 years of age.

Out-of-state Learner’s Permits can not be transferred to Pennsylvania.

Individuals applying for or transferring a Commercial Driver’s License must be at least 18 years of agefor intrastate driving or 21 years of age or older for interstate driving.

Residents of PennsylvaniaIf you are a 16 or 17-year-old resident of Pennsylvania you will need to show:

� one form of identification from List A, and

� your Social Security Card.

If you are 18 years of age or older and you are a resident of Pennsylvania you will need to show:

� one form of identification from List A,

� two forms of proof of residency from List B, and

� your Social Security Card.

New Residents of PennsylvaniaNew residents of Pennsylvania who hold a valid driver’s license from another state in the UnitedStates must get a Pennsylvania Driver’s License within 60 days after moving to PA and surrendertheir out-of-state driver’s license and/or ID card.

If you are a new resident of Pennsylvania and your prior state’s driver’s license has been expired formore than six months or you do not possess your prior state’s driver’s license you will be required toapply for a PA Learner’s Permit and take the Vision, Knowledge and Road Tests.

New residents of Pennsylvania who hold a valid driver’s license from Puerto Rico or a U.S. territoryor possession may transfer their valid driver’s license to a PA Non-Commercial Driver’s License.

New residents of Pennsylvania who hold a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) from another statein the United States may transfer their CDL to a PA CDL.

PUB 195US (7-07)

If you are a 16 or 17-year-old new resident of Pennsylvania you will need to show:


� your Social Security Card, and

� your out-of-state driver’s license and/or ID Card.

If you are 18 years of age or older and you are a new resident of Pennsylvania, you will need to show:


� two forms of proof of residency from List B,

� your Social Security Card, and

� your out-of-state driver’s license and/or ID Card.

LIST A:Acceptable Forms of Identification for U.S. Citizens:

� Birth Certificate with raised seal (U.S. issued by an authorized government agency,including U.S. territories or Puerto Rico. Non-U.S. Birth Certificates will not be accepted.)

� Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (INS Form N-560)

� Certificate of Naturalization (INS Form N-550 or N-570)

� Valid U.S. Passport

NOTE: Only valid Passports and original documents will be accepted. If the name onyour original document differs from your current name, you must providedocumentation that connects the names, such as an original Marriage Certificate,Divorce Decree, or Court Order document.

LIST B:Acceptable List of Documents for Proof of Residency for Applicants 18 Yearsof Age or Older:

PLEASE NOTEAll documents must show the same name and date of birth, or an association between theinformation on the documents. Additional documentation may be required if a connection betweendocuments cannot be established (e.g. Marriage Certificate, Court Order of name change, DivorceDecree, etc.)

PUB 195US (1-07)

� Current Utility Bills(water, gas, electric, cable, etc.)

NOTE: - For Current Utility Bills: Cellular/Mobile or Pager Bills are notacceptable. If you reside with someone, and have no bills in yourname, you will still need to provide two proofs of residency. Oneproof is to bring the person with whom you reside along with theirDrivers License or Photo ID to the Driver License Center. You willalso need to provide a second proof of residency such as officialmail (bank statement, tax notice, magazine etc.) that has your nameand address on it. The address must match that of the person withwhom you reside.

� Tax Records

� Lease Agreements

� Mortgage Documents

� W-2 Form

� Current Weapons Permit

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I hereby request an exemption from having my photo taken because of my religious affiliation with: ______________________________________________

My religious beliefs forbid the taking of photographs.

RELIGIOUS EXEMPTIONABSENTEE EXEMPTION

A JR./ETCLAST NAME

MIDDLE NAMEFIRST NAME

DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER

❏ YES ❏ NO

REQUEST FOR EXEMPTION FROM PHOTO (If requesting religious exemption, see reverse for additional requirements)

WARNING: Misstatement of Fact is a misdemeanor of the third degree punishable by a fine of up to $2,500 and/or imprisonment up to 1 year (18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904[b]).

❏ YES ❏ NO

❏ YES ❏ NO

APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE

APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE IN INK

NAME OF RELIGIOUS GROUP

APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE

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During the next 60 days I will be absent from PA for the following reason: ❏ Military ❏ School ❏ Work ❏ TravelWithin 45 days of my return I will apply for a driver's license containing my photo.

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THIS FORM MAy BE dUPLIcATEd MESSENGER NO.

1. ❏ YES ❏ NO - Do you hold a valid driver's license issued by any other state?If yes, give: State ___________ Expiration Date ___________________________Driver's License No. __________________________________________________Applicant's __________ driver's license has been surrendered to the Driver License Examination Center at __________________________________________ _______________________________ on ________________________________ __________________________________________________________________

2. ❏ YES ❏ NO - Is your driver's license or driving privilege suspended or revoked in this state or any other state?

3. ❏ YES ❏ NO - Have you been arrested or cited in this state or any other state for any violation which carries a possible penalty of suspension or revocation of your driver's license or driving privilege?

If yes, give state_____________ Date ___________________________ andReason __________________________________________________________

DFOR ARMEd FORcES MEMBERS ANd dEPENdENTS WHOSE LAST PA dRIvER'S LIcENSE EXPIREd MORE THAN 5 yEARS AGO:

AUTHORIZATION ANd cERTIFIcATION (Sign and Enter Fee)

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No person may hold more than one valid license at any time. If you have a license from another state, do not use this form. yOU MUST go to a driver License center to surrender your out-of-state license and complete an application for a PA License.

FEE PAIDSend Check In This Amount

1. Are you an Armed Forces Member?

2. Were you an Armed Forces Member within the last 45 days?

3. Were you discharged or transferred to the Commonwealth within the last 45 days?

4. If an Armed Forces dependent,

state relationship _____________________________________

who resides with _____________________________________

5. Date of entry into the Armed Forces _______________________

6. Date of Discharge _____________________________________

DATE OF BIRTH TELEPHONE NUMBER (8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.) E-MAIL ADDRESS (if applicable)Month Day Year

(SPOUSE, DEPENDENT CHILD)

(NAME OF ARMED FORCES MEMBER)

ZIP CODESTATE

NAME cHANGE REASON: MARRIAGE dIvORcE OTHER (see reverse side) LAST NAME

STREETADDRESS

CITY

ADDRESS - A Post Office Box number may be used in addition to the actual residence address, but cannot be used as the only address. See reverse if using an out-of-state address.

If you are a registered voter in PA, would you like us to notify your county voter registration office of this change? ❏ YES ❏ NOIf you are not a registered voter, you may contact your county voter registration office.

OTHER cHANGES

PA

EyE cOLOR (Please check one): BLUE BROWN GREEN HAZEL PINK BLAcK GRAy dIcHROMATIc OTHER_______________________

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Bureau of Driver LicensingP.O. Box 68272Harrisburg, PA 17106-8272

I certify under penalty of law that all information given on this application is true and correct. I hereby authorize the Social Security Administration to release to the Department of Transportation information concerning my Social Security Identification Number for the purpose of identification. If using a Messenger Service, I hereby authorize the Department to furnish them with my driving record for the purpose of processing this form. I hereby acknowledge this day that I have received notice of the provisions of Section 3709 of the Vehicle Code. (See reverse for provisions.)

❏ I wish to contribute $1.00 to the Organ Donation Awareness Trust Fund. If checked here, include the additional $1.00 in the amount entered in the Fee Paid block.

HEIGHT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

- -MONTH YEAR FEET INCHES

CORRECTION OF DATE OF BIRTH SEXDROP PRIVILEGE:DAY

Drop Class M MALEFEMALE

FIRST NAMEJR., ETC.

NON-COMMERCIAL DRIvER'S LICENSEAPPLICATION FOR RENEWAL

dO NOT Renew if license is under suspension and you have recently surrendered it.

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT IN BLUE OR BLACk INk ALL INFORMATION

INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT ALL INFORMATION IN BLUE OR BLACk INk.

OUT-Of-STATE ADDRESS. We may not issue driver license products to an out-of-state address, except in the case of an employee of federal or state government, armed forces personnel, or their families, whose workplace is located outside of Pennsylvania. If this exception applies to you, please check the appropriate box and include documentation of your status with this application.

Attach a letter from your employer on their letterhead to document your status, or attach a copy of your current Photo ID issued by your employer. If you are the immediate family of a person meeting one of the allowable exceptions, attach the documentation of the person employed. Additionally, you must indicate your relationship to that person.

I certify that my workplace is located out of state and I am employed by, or am the immediate family of a person employed by:

❏ US Armed forces ❏ federal Government ❏ Pennsylvania State Government

Relationship to person meeting exemption (check one): ❏ Spouse ❏ Dependent Child

COMPLETE sections A, B (if applicable), C, D (for armed force members or dependents), E and f (if you are asking for exemption from a photo license).

Religious Exemptions: If requesting religious exemption, a letter must accompany this application that includes:

A. The request for the exemption;

B. The name of the religious group to which the applicant is affiliated;

C. A statement that the religion's belief forbids the taking of photographs; and

D. The applicant's signature.

ChANgE OR CORRECTION

1. If NAME IS CHANGED by permission of court, attach a Certified Copy of the Court Order. If you desire to use a name other than your (1) birth name, (2) spouse's surname, or (3) a name given through a Court Order, you must provide a copy of a Social Security Card (or records), together with copies of documents from two other sources issued in the desired name such as: Tax Records, Selective Service Card, Voter Registration Card, Passport, any form of Photo I.D. issued by a governmental agency, or state issued Birth Certificate.

2. If THE YEAR Of BIRTH on driver's license is incorrect, attach official birth certificate.

3. If SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER is incorrect, attach a copy of your Social Security card.

4. If THE DROP BLOCK M IS CHECKED, you will be required to take the knowledge and skills test to regain motorcycle driving privileges.

FEE INFORMATION

ORgAN DONATION AWARENESS TRUST FUND (ODTF):

You have the opportunity to contribute $1.00 to the Fund. The additional $1.00 must be added to the fees below and in-cluded in your payment by check/money order. You must also check the block provided in Section E to ensure proper handling of your contribution. The ODTF provides for the development and implementation of donor awareness programs and funds shall be appropriated subject to the approval of the governor.

Fee: $28.00 — You have been designated by the Bureau to receive a four year non-commercial driver's license. If you require an exemption from having your photo taken, AND YOU SO QUALIfY, complete Section ''f'' on the face of this form.

Fee: $48.00 — If applying for renewal of a non-commercial driver's license endorsed with a Class M.

NOTE: Drivers age 65 and over have the option of requesting a two (2) year driver's license.

Fee: $17.50 — Two (2) year renewal of non-commercial driver's license.

Fee: $27.50 — Two (2) year renewal of a non-commercial driver's license endorsed with a Class M.

✦ Return your completed and signed application, along with your check or money order payable to "PennDOT", to the: Bureau of Driver Licensing, P.O. Box 68272, harrisburg, PA 17106-8272.

Change your address or renew your driver's license online at www.dmv.state.pa.us

PROvISIONS OF SECTION 3709 OF ThE vEhICLE CODESection 3709 provides for a fine of up to $300 for dropping, throwing or depositing, upon any highway, or upon any other public or private property without the consent of the owner thereof or into or on the waters of this Commonwealth, from a vehicle, any waste paper, sweepings, ashes, household waste, glass, metal, refuse or rubbish or any dangerous or detrimental substance, or permitting any of the preceding without immediately removing such items or causing their removal. For any violation of Section 3709, I may be subject to a fine of up to $300 upon conviction, including any violation resulting from the conduct of any other persons present within any vehicle of which I am the driver.

The most current version of this form can be found at: www.dmv.state.pa.usDL-143 (12-08)

date Signature of Parent, guardian, PerSonS in LoCo ParentiS or SPouSe at LeaSt 18 YearS of age

i hereby certify that i am a ❏ Parent, ❏ guardian, ❏ Person in Loco Parentis, or ❏ Spouse at least 18 years of age and i:

❏ do give consent ❏ do not give consent for applicant's request for organ donor designation.

CONSENT OF PARENT, GUARDIAN, PERSON IN LOCO PARENTIS OR SPOUSE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE. Complete if Applicant is Less Than 18 Years of Age to give consent for Applicant's request for Organ Donor designation.

LaSt naMe

firSt naMe MiddLe naMe

date of BirtH SeX

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Jr., etc.

age HeigHt SoCiaL SeCuritY nuMBer

--MontH daY Year

1. do you or have you had a Pennsylvania Learner's Permit or driver's License? ..................................................................❏ Yes ❏ no

2. do you hold a current out-of-state driver's license? ...........................................................................................................❏ Yes ❏ no

3. i am under the age of 18 years and i hereby request organ donor designation on my Pennsylvania i.d. Card .....................❏ (Section C below must be completed) Applicants 18 years of age or older will have the opportunity to request Organ Donor designation at the Photo Center at the time they have their photo taken.

4. i wish to contribute to the organ donor awareness trust fund. if checked here, add $1.00 to the $12.00 required fee ...........❏

Signature of aPPLiCant in ink teLePHone nuMBer (daYtiMe HourS 8:00-4:30)

WARNING: Misstatement of fact is a misdemeanor of the third degree punishable by a fine of up to $2,500 and/or imprisonment up to 1 year (18 PA C.S. Section 4904 [b]).

EYE COLOR (please check one): BLUE BROWN GREEN HAZEL PINK BLACK GRAY DICHROMATIC OTHER _________________________

FEE: $12.00 paid by: ❏ CHECK ❏ MONEY ORDER (Cash Will Not Be Accepted)

date Badge no. eXaM Center Signature of eXaMiner

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS (PLEASE CHECK TWO)

OFFICIAL USE ONLY

❒ Current utility Bills (❒ water, ❒ gas, ❒ electric, ❒ cable) ❒ W-2 form *Cellular/mobile or pager bills are not acceptable ❒ Lease agreements❒ Mortgage documents ❒ Current Weapons Permit❒ other _________________________________________ ❒ tax records

this is to certify that the above applicant has applied for a Pennsylvania Photo identification Card.

XSIGNHERE

XSIGNHERE

X

B

C

A

STREET ADDRESS:

a Post office Box number may be used in addition to the actual residence address, but cannot be used as the only address.

PA DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER/ID NUMBER ISSUED:

CitY State ZiP Code

PA

APPLICATION FOR PENNSYLVANIA PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARDplease print all information in blue or black ink you must apply in person

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AUTHORIzATION AND CERTIFICATION

i certify under penalty of law that the information contained herein is true and correct. i hereby authorize the Social Security Administration to release to the Department of Transportation information concerning my Social Security Identification number for the purpose of identification.

Bureau of Driver LicensingP.O. Box 68272Harrisburg, PA 17106-8272

the department is required to obtain the Licensee's Social Security number, height and eye color under the provisions of Sections 1510(a) and/or 1609(a)(4) of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. this information will be used as identifying information in an attempt to minimize driver license fraud. federal law permits the use of the Social Security number by state licensing officials for purposes of identification.

Organ Donor Awareness Trust Fund (ODTF): You have the opportunity to contribute $1.00 to the fund. The additional $1.00 contribution must be added to the $12.00 fee and included in your payment by check or money order.

INFORMATION FOR USERS OF THIS FORMYou must be 16 years of age or older and appear in person at a Driver License Center to apply.

if you are under 18 years of age your parent, guardian, person in loco parentis, or spouse who is 18 years of age or older must accompany you. Proper identification is required and if the last names are different, verification of relationship is needed. if you are over 18 years of age you must present two proofs of residency.

To Meet Identification Requirements You MUST Present the Following:

U.S. CITIzENS

Social Security Card (card cannot be laminated) AND ONE of the following:

• Birth Certificate with raised seal (U.S. issued by an authorized government agency, including U.S. territories or Puerto Rico. Non-U.S. Birth Certificates will not be accepted.)

• Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (BCIS/INS Form N-560)

• Certificate of Naturalization (BCIS/INS Form N-550 or N-570)

• Valid U.S. Passport

✦ If you have an Out-of-State Driver's License, it must be presented with one of the above forms of identification.

NOTE: ONLY VALID PASSPORTS AND ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED. If the name on your original document differs from your current name, you must provide an original Marriage Certificate, Divorce Decree, or Court Order document.

NON-U.S. CITIzENS - You must bring ALL of the following:• Social Security Card

• Valid Passport

• All original (BCIS/INS) documents

• Written verification of attendance from school (Student Status Only)

• Written verification from employer (Employment Status Only)

to obtain detailed information regarding "identity/residency requirements", you can:

• Visit www.dmv.state.pa.us

• Call us at 1-800-932-4600 or 1-800-228-0676 (TDD), Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

TO MEET RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS You MUST Present TWO of the Following(for customers 18 years of age or older):

• Current Utility Bills (water, gas, electric, cable, etc.) • Lease Agreements *Cellular/mobile or pager bills are not acceptable

• W-2 Form • Mortgage Documents

• Tax Records • Current Weapons Permit

Note: if you reside with someone, and have no bills in your name, you will still need to provide two proofs of residency. one proof is to bring the person with whom you reside along with their drivers License or Photo id to the driver License Center. You will also need to provide a second proof of residency such as official mail (bank statement, tax notice, magazine, etc.) that has your name and address on it. the address must match that of the person with whom you reside.

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• An original Social Security card• A replacement Social Security card• A change of information on your record

IMPORTANT: You MUST provide the required evidence before we can process the application. Followthe instructions below to provide the information and evidence we need.

USE THIS APPLICATION TO APPLY FOR:Applying for a Social Security Card is free!

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATIONApplication for a Social Security Card

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STEP 1 Read the instructions on this application. They contain important information about documentsthat can be submitted as evidence, and how to complete and submit the application.

STEP 2 Complete and sign the application using BLUE or BLACK INK. Do not use pencil or othercolors of ink. Please write legibly. If you print this application from our website, you must print iton 8 1/2" x 11" white paper (if you live abroad and cannot obtain 8 1/2" x 11" paper, A4 sizepaper (8.25" x 11.7") is the only acceptable alternative).

STEP 3 Submit the completed and signed application with all required evidence to a Social Securityoffice.

ORIGINAL CARD: To apply for an original card, you will need to provide at least two documents toprove age, identity, and U.S. citizenship or current lawful, work-authorized immigration status. Ifyou are not a U.S. citizen or do not have current lawful, work-authorized immigration status, youMUST prove that you have a valid nonwork reason for requesting a card. (See HOW TOCOMPLETE THIS APPLICATION, Page 2, Item 3.)

HOW TO SUBMIT THIS APPLICATIONIn most cases, you can mail or take this application with your evidence documents to any Social Securityoffice. However, if you live in an area serviced by a Social Security Card Center, you may need to visit theSocial Security Card Center in person for all SSN related business. We will return your documents to you.IMPORTANT: If you are age 12 or older and have never been assigned a Social Security numberbefore, you MUST apply in person.If you have any questions about this form, or about the evidence documents we need, please visit ourwebsite at www.socialsecurity.gov. Visiting our Internet site will help you make sure you have everythingyou need to apply for a card or change information on your record. You may also call Social Security at1-800-772-1213 or contact your local office. You can find your nearest office or Social Security CardCenter in your local phone directory or on our website.

PROTECT YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER AND CARDProtect your SSN card and number from loss and identity theft. DO NOT carry the card with you. Keep itin a secure location and only take it with you when you must show the card, e.g. to obtain a new job, opena new bank account, or to obtain benefits from certain U.S. agencies. DO NOT allow others to use yourSocial Security number as their own.

ABOUT YOUR EVIDENCE DOCUMENTSYou must provide the required documents based on your type of request. There will be situations whenwe must verify a document with the issuing agency. If your documents do not meet these requirements,we cannot process your application.• We need ORIGINAL documents or copies certified by the custodian of the record. We will

return your documents after we have seen them.• We cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies of documents.• See EVIDENCE DOCUMENTS WE NEED TO SEE on page 3.

http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/cgi-bin/ssa.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=1412

REPLACEMENT CARD: To apply for a replacement card, you must prove your identity (See IDENTITY,Page 3). If you were born outside of the U.S., you will also need to prove your U.S. citizenship orcurrent lawful, work-authorized immigration status.

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HOW TO COMPLETE THIS APPLICATION

LIMITS ON REPLACEMENT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN) CARDS

16. If you are age 18 or older, you must sign the application. If you are under age 18, you or a parentor legal guardian may sign. If you are physically or mentally incapable of signing the application,generally a parent, close relative, or legal guardian may sign the application. If you cannot signyour name, you should sign with an "X" mark and have two people sign as witnesses in the spacebeside the mark. Please do not alter your signature by including any additional information on thesignature line as this may invalidate your application. Call us if you need clarification about whocan sign. (See the "IMPORTANT" note under evidence of IDENTITY on page 3.)

Most items on the form are self-explanatory. Those that need explanation are discussed below. Thenumbers match the numbered items on the form. If you are completing this form for someone else,please complete the items as they apply to that person.2. Show the address where you can receive your card 10 to 14 days from now.3. If you check "Legal Alien Not Allowed to Work," you must provide a document from a U.S.

Federal, State, or local government agency that explains why you need a Social Security numberand that you meet all of the requirements for the U.S. government benefit. NOTE: Not all U.S.State or local benefits are acceptable for non-work SSN purposes. Contact SSA to see if yourreason qualifies.If you check "Other," you must provide a document from the U.S. government agency thatexplains why you need a Social Security number and that you meet all of the requirements for aFederal benefit except for the number.

5. Providing race/ethnic information is voluntary. However, providing this information helps usprepare statistical reports on how Social Security programs affect people. We do not revealthe identities of individuals in these reports.

6. Show the month, day and full (4 digit) year of birth, for example, "1998" for year of birth.

8.B. You must show the mother's Social Security number only when the application is for an originalSocial Security card for a person under age 18. However, this item may be left blank if the motherwas never assigned a Social Security number, or if you do not know the mother's Social Securitynumber and are unable to obtain it. We will still be able to assign a number to the person underage 18.

9.B. You must show the father's Social Security number only when the application is for an originalSocial Security card for a person under age 18. However, this item may be left blank if the fatherwas never assigned a Social Security number, or if you do not know the father's Social Securitynumber and are unable to obtain it. We will still be able to assign a number to the person underage 18.

13. If the date of birth you show in item 6 is different from the date of birth you used on a priorapplication for a Social Security card, show the date of birth you used on the prior application andsubmit evidence of age to support the date of birth in item 6.

Public Law 108-458 imposes limits on the number of replacement SSN cards you may receive at 3 peryear and 10 in a lifetime. In determining these limits, SSA will not count changes in legal name (i.e., firstname or surname), or changes to a restrictive legend (i.e., Valid for Work with DHS Authorization, NotValid for Employment) shown on the SSN card. In addition, we may grant exceptions on a case-by-casebasis if you provide evidence to establish a need for an SSN card beyond these limits (e.g., a letter froma social services agency stating you must show the SSN card in order to get benefits).

CHANGE OF INFORMATION: If you need to correct information on your SSN card, or information shownin our records (e.g., a name change, or corrected date of birth), you will need to prove your identity andprovide documents that support the change and establish the reason for the change (e.g., a birthcertificate to show your corrected date or place of birth). A name change document (e.g., marriagedocument) must identify you by both your old and new names. If it does not have enough identifyinginformation (See IDENTITY, Page 3) , we will request an identity document in your prior name and anotherin your new legal name in addition to the name change document. If you were born outside of the U.S.,you also need to prove your U.S. citizenship or current lawful, work-authorized immigration status.

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The following lists are not all inclusive. However, they provide examples of the types ofdocuments we need to see. All documents must meet the criteria shown under "ABOUTYOUR EVIDENCE DOCUMENTS" on Page 1 in order to be considered. If you have questionsor need to discuss additional documents, see "If you have any questions" also on Page 1. Somedocuments we may accept are as follows:

EVIDENCE DOCUMENTS WE NEED TO SEE

AGE: In general, we must see your birth certificate. In some situations, we may accept another document that shows your age. Some of the other documents we may accept are:• U.S. Hospital record of your birth (created at the time of your birth) • Religious record established before age five showing your age or date of birth • Passport • Final Adoption Decree (the adoption decree must indicate that the birth data was taken from the original birth certificate)Call us for advice if you cannot obtain one of these documents.

U.S. CITIZENSHIP: In general, we can accept your U.S. birth certificate or U.S. Passport. Otherdocuments we may accept are a Consular Report of Birth, Certificate of Citizenship, or Certificateof Naturalization.

IMMIGRATION STATUS: We need to see a current document issued to you by the Department ofHomeland Security (DHS) showing your immigration status, such as Form I-551, I-94, I-688B, orI-766. We CANNOT accept a receipt showing you applied for the document. If you are notauthorized to work in the U.S., we can issue you a Social Security card only if you need the numberfor a valid nonwork reason. (See HOW TO COMPLETE THIS APPLICATION, Page 2, Item 3.)Your card will be marked to show you cannot work. If you do work, we will notify DHS.

IDENTITY: We must see evidence of identity in your legal name. Your legal name will be shownon the SSN card. Generally, we prefer to see documents issued in the U.S. Documents submitted toestablish identity must show your legal name AND provide biographical information (your date ofbirth, age, or parents' names) and/or physical information (photograph, or physical description--height, eye and hair color, etc.). Additionally, if you send a photo identity document but do not appearin person, the document must show your biographical information (e.g., your date of birth, age, orparents' names). To protect your Social Security card and number, identity documents must be ofrecent issuance.

• U.S. driver's license; or• U.S. State-issued non-driver identity card; or• U.S. passport

WE CANNOT ACCEPT A BIRTH CERTIFICATE, HOSPITAL SOUVENIR BIRTH CERTIFICATE,SOCIAL SECURITY CARD OR CARD STUB, OR A SOCIAL SECURITY RECORD as evidenceof identity.

IMPORTANT: If you are applying for a card on behalf of someone else, you must provideevidence that establishes your authority to sign the application on behalf of the person towhom the card will be issued (e.g., a minor child's birth certificate establishes the authority of aparent to sign on behalf of the child). In addition, we must see different documents as proof ofidentity for both you and the person to whom the card will be issued.

WE MUST SEE YOUR:

If you do not have one of these documents, or cannot get a replacement within 10 days, we mayaccept other documents such as a U.S. military identity card, Certificate of Naturalization, oremployee identity card. For young children, we may accept medical records (clinic, doctor, orhospital) maintained by the medical provider. We may also accept a final adoption decree, or aschool identity card or a school record maintained by the school.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, we must see your current U.S. immigration document and your foreignpassport with biographical information or photograph.

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THE PAPERWORK/PRIVACY ACT AND YOUR APPLICATION

The Privacy Act of 1974 requires us to give each person the following notice when applying for aSocial Security number.

Sections 205(c) and 702 of the Social Security Act allow us to collect the facts we ask for on thisform.

We use the facts you provide on this form to assign you a Social Security number and to issue you aSocial Security card. You do not have to give us these facts, however, without them we cannotissue you a Social Security number or a card. Without a number, you may not be able to get a joband could lose Social Security benefits in the future.

The Social Security number is also used by the Internal Revenue Service for tax administrationpurposes as an identifier in processing tax returns of persons who have income which is reported tothe Internal Revenue Service and by persons who are claimed as dependents on someone'sFederal income tax return.

We may disclose information as necessary to administer Social Security programs, including toappropriate law enforcement agencies to investigate alleged violations of Social Security law; toother government agencies for administering entitlement, health, and welfare programs such asMedicaid, Medicare, veterans' benefits, military pension, and civil service annuities, black lung,housing, student loans, railroad retirement benefits, and food stamps; to the Internal RevenueService for Federal tax administration; and to employers and former employers to properly preparewage reports. We may also disclose information as required by Federal law, for example, to theDepartment of Homeland Security, to identify and locate aliens in the U.S.; to the Selective ServiceSystem for draft registration; and to the Department of Health and Human Services for child supportenforcement purposes. We may verify Social Security numbers for State motor vehicle agenciesthat use the number in issuing drivers' licenses, as authorized by the Social Security Act. Finally,we may disclose information to your Congressional representative if they request information toanswer questions you ask him or her.

We may use the information you give us when we match records by computer. Matching programscompare our records with those of other Federal, State, or local government agencies to determinewhether a person qualifies for benefits paid by the Federal government. The law allows us to do thiseven if you do not agree to it.

Explanations about these and other reasons why information you provide us may be used or givenout are available in Social Security offices. If you want to learn more about this, contact any SocialSecurity office.

This information collection meets the requirements of 44 U.S.C. §3507, as amended by Section 2 ofthe Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. You do not need to answer these questions unless wedisplay a valid Office of Management and Budget control number. We estimate that it will takeabout 8.5 to 9.5 minutes to read the instructions, gather the facts, and answer the questions. Youmay send comments on our time estimate above to: SSA, 6401 Security Blvd., Baltimore, MD21235-6401. Send only comments relating to our time estimate to this address, not thecompleted form.

MAIL OR TAKE THE COMPLETED FORM TO A LOCAL SOCIAL SECURITY OFFICE. The officeis listed under U.S. Government agencies in your telephone directory or you may call SocialSecurity at 1-800-772-1213. You may also locate the nearest Social Security office on the Internetat http://www.socialsecurity.gov.

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SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF EMPLOYEE(S) REVIEW-ING EVIDENCE AND/OR CONDUCTING INTERVIEW

Has the applicant or anyone acting on his/her behalf ever filed for or received a Social Securitynumber card before?

DATE

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Yes (If "yes", answer questions 11-13.) No (If "no," go on to question 14.)

YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO THE PERSON IN ITEM 1 IS:

MAILINGADDRESS

Full Middle Name

Full Middle Name

DAYTIMEPHONE NUMBER

First Middle Name Last

First Full Middle Name Last

First

TODAY'SDATE

10

B. FATHER'S SOCIAL SECURITYNUMBER (See instructions for 9B on Page 2)

DATEOFBIRTH

RACE/ETHNICDESCRIPTION

DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE (FOR SSA USE ONLY)

Self Natural Or Legal Other (Specify)Adoptive Parent Guardian

Month, Day, Year

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First Last

Street Address, Apt. No., PO Box, Rural Route No.

NAME

CITIZENSHIP

SEX

A. MOTHER'S NAME ATHER BIRTH

PLACEOF BIRTH

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9

TO BE SHOWN ON CARD

FULL NAME AT BIRTHIF OTHER THAN ABOVEOTHER NAMES USED

Enter the name shown on the mostrecent Social Security card issued forthe person listed in item 1.

11

12Enter any different date of birth if used on anearlier application for a card.13

Month, Day, Year

14Month, Day, Year

I declare under penalty of perjury that I have examined all the information on this form, and on any accompanying statements or forms,and it is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

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EVIDENCE SUBMITTED

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A. FATHER'S NAME

B. MOTHER'S SOCIAL SECURITYNUMBER (See instructions for 8B on Page 2)

(Do Not Abbreviate) City State or Foreign Country FCI

Enter the Social Security number previouslyassigned to the person listed in item 1.

First Full Middle Name Last Name At Her Birth

Page 5DCL DATE

Male Female

15

Do Not Abbreviate

(Check One)

(Check One Only - Voluntary)

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U.S. CitizenLegal AlienAllowed ToWork

Legal Alien NotAllowed To Work (SeeInstructions On Page 2)

Other(See InstructionsOn Page 2)

NorthAmericanIndian orAlaskanNative

Black(NotHispanic)

HispanicWhite(NotHispanic)

Asian,Asian-AmericanorPacific Islander

State

City

Don't Know (If "don't know,"go on to question 14.)

NumberArea Code

NPN DOC NTI CAN ITV

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INDEX

A/A Meetings 18 ACLU 59 Adult Literacy Action 36 Al-Anon & Alateen Mtgs 22 American Red Cross 47 Angel Food Ministries 52 Attorney General, PA 45 BCBM - Base Service Unit 79 BC Launch 66 BCBH Direct Services 79 Beaver Co Drug & Alcohol 8 Birth Cert, replace PA 103 Boy’s Hope - Girl’s Hope 66 Bvr Co Bar Association 59 Bvr Co Network of Care 80 Bvr Co Public Defenders 59 Bvr Co Rehab Center 36 Bridge to Recovery 8 BV Intermediate Unit 37 Catholic Charities 67, 88 Celebrate Recovery Mtgs 23 Center for Hope 53 Child Care Info Service 89 Choices Pregnancy Center 90 CYS of Beaver County 89 City Rescue Mission 9, 53, 67 Cocaine Anonymous Mtgs 24 Co-Dependents United 9 Community Legal Services 63 Criminal Records, PA 45 Crisis Hotlines 6 D/A Services Bvr Co, Inc. 10 Disability Rights Network 60 Dual Recovery Anonymous 32 Education & Employment 35 Education Law Center 60 Emerg. Housing Charts 74 Emerg. Shelters, Alleg Co 76 Employment, Ex-Offenders 42 Experience Works 37 FACT Team 80 Fair Housing Office Bvr Co 68 Families Anonymous 32

Family Enrichment Programs 90 Family Planning Center 91 Family Savings Acct 91 Family Services of BC 10 Fed’l Bonding Program 44 Financial Aid Resources 46 Food Assistance Resources 51 Food Pantries, Bvr Co 56 Franklin Center 68 Friendship Homes 69 Gateway Rehab 11 Gamblers Anonymous Mtgs 26 Greenbriar Trtmnt Center 11 Habitat for Humanity 69 Harbor Point Housing 70 Help House 70 Hope Christian Center 92 Housing Authority Bvr Co 71 Housing, Emerg. Numbers 65 Housing Opp. of Bvr Co. 72 Health Care Resources 45 Highmark BCBS 46 Holy Family Institute 12 Housing Resources 65 ID Card, obtain PA 108 J.A.C.S. Jewish recovery 33 Job Training, BC 38 Lazarus Center 81 Legal Action Center 61 Legal Resources 58 License, replace PA 107 Lost ID, replacement of 105 Lutheran Serv. W. PA 38, 54 MHA Ombudsman 82 Marijuana Anonymous Mtgs 27 Medical Assist. Resources 46 Mental Health America 81 Mental Health Assoc. 82 Mental Health, Emerg #’s 78 Mental Health Resources 78 Narcotics Anonymous Mtgs 28 NAMI 88 Neighborhood Legal Serv 62


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Nelson Agency, Health Ins. 48 New Choices/New Options 39 Online 12-Step Resources 32 PA Board or Prob & Parole 64 PA Career Link, Bvr Co 39 Pa Dep’t of Corrections 64 PA Dep’t of Labor & Ind 44 PA Dep’t of Public Welfare 50 PA Health Law Project 63 PA Legal Resources 63 PA State Public Defender 63 PA Women Work 40 Parental Stress Center 92 Parenting & Family 87 Parents Anonymous 93 Peniel D/A Rehab Center 12 Pennsylvania Bar Assoc. 63 Pennsylvania Legal Services 63 Pre-Employment Resources 44 Pregnancy Support Center 88 Prevention Network 12 Primary Health Network 48 Professional Outfitters 40 Pyramid Healthcare 13 Recovery Resources 7 Roadblocks to Reentry 45 Salvation Army, Bvr Co 49 Sal/Army Rehab Center Erie 13 Sal/Army Rehab Center Pgh 13 Sal/Army Harb Lt Center Pgh14 Secular Recovery (Life Ring) 33 SMART Recovery (self mgmt) 33 Senior Employment Program 41 Sex Addicts Anon Mtgs 31

Soc/Sec Card, Replace lost 109 Sojourner House 14 Soup Kitchens, Bvr Co 57 Staunton Clinic 84 Stone Harbor 85 Suicides Other Victims 86 SNAP Prgm. Food Stamps 54 Supportive Services 72, 85 Teen Challenge, West. PA 15 Tower of Hope 93 Turning Point 15 Twelve-step Programs 17 Twelve-Step Prgms, Faith 25 Uncommon Grounds Café 16 VA Benefits, Incarcerated 100 VA Butler Healthcare 96 VA contact phone numbers 99 VA Cranberry Twp 96 VA Eligibility Incarcerated 103 VA Hospitals, Pittsburgh 101 VA Payments Incarcerated 104 VA Primary Care, Bvr Co 98 VA Supportive Housing 100 Vet Center, Pittsburgh 98 Veterans Assistance, Bvr Co 98 Veterans Benefits 101 Veterans Justice Outreach 90 Veterans Services 97 Websites for Reentry 94 Women’s Center Bvr Co 73, 93 Women for Sobriety 34 WOTC (Tax Credits) 44 WIC Program, PA 54