When people in Pittsburgh hear the term human trafficking, they often think of it as being something that happens only in other countries. But trafficking happens anywhere and can happen to anyone, depending on the circumstances. And yes, it happens right here in Pittsburgh. At JFCS, we’ve worked with trafficking…Read More
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Housing & Utility Assistance
At this time, it is very important for residents to have secure housing and utilities available. To avoid or delay eviction, there are measures being put into place to ensure that residents can remain in their homes until the threat of COVID-19 has subsided. Utility providers in our region are…Read More
Gluten Free Recipes: Squirrel Hill Food Pantry Healthy Recipe Series
Breakfast Sausage Egg Muffins By: Celiac Disease Foundation Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 12 INGREDIENTS 12 Eggs 1/4 Tablespoon Salt 1/4 Tablespoon Pepper 1 Cup Breakfast Sausage, cubed 1/2 Cup Peppers and Onion, diced 1/2 Cup Spinach Leaves, chopped 2 Cups Shredded Cheese (of your choice)…Read More
Guardianship Helps Shabresha Live Independently
JFCS Guardianship helps our community’s most vulnerable individuals with decision-making, financial management, case management, and more, taking full responsibility for adults who cannot meet their own needs. That’s why, when caseworker Patty McKeown met her client Shabresha in 2012, she worked to get her independent housing over the course of…Read More