Shauna Spencer assumes helm of Family Resources

On March 1, 2012, Shauna Spencer became the third executive director in the 26-year history of Family Resources.  Read the full post

Dr. Walter Howard Smith, Jr. announces his retirement.

After twenty-five years of service, Dr. Walter Howard Smith, Jr. has  announced his retirement from Family Resources. Shauna Spencer, MBA, former director of the D.C. Department of Mental Health’s Children’s Services and project director for the Pittsburgh Regional Health Initiative, will take over as executive director, effective March 1, 2012.   Read the full post

Free Income Tax Services available for low income families and individuals in Allegheny County beginning January 17th!

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The Importance of Routines

Routines may seem boring or insignificant, but they are vital to how children function.  Read the full post

What About The Victims

We are horrified by what we have read in the papers or heard on newscasts. How could those in power ignore the abuse being perpetrated on young children? Dr. Walter Smith spoke with WTAE's Mike Clark on the issues facing Penn State and all of us.  Read the full post

Prevent Child Abuse America is proud to announce the kickoff of the National Movement for Americas Children!

Last week, more than a dozen child advocacy organizations kicked off the National Movement for America’s Children to help ensure that every child in America is given an opportunity for healthy growth and development.  Read the full post

ComputeReach Donates Apple Computers to BJWL

Thirteen Beverly Jewel Wall Lovelace Afterschool Children's Program sites will feature complete iMac computer labs thanks to the generosity of ComputeReach. More than 500 children will enhance reading, math, science and problem-solving skills!

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Your Baby is Counting on You

Your baby is counting on you to make good decisions when you leave them with someone else.  Here are some tips.  Read the full post

Goodfellows: Homewood Family Guided By Nonprofit

Post-Gazette - Each day, 12-year-old Kearmani "Keke" Bogan wakes up early, makes her bed and gets ready for the day, which includes classes in language arts, social studies and math at a private school in Robinson.

Recently, when one of her 13-year-old classmates walked out of class, she offered to help her with her work.

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Our Babies Are Suffocating in Their Sleep

Many parents allow their infants to sleep with them. In some cultures infants sleep with parents for many months. But is it a safe practice? What should you know before taking your baby into bed with you? Read what one of our leading professors of pediatrics has to say before you retire for the night.

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