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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 4h

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Workplaces are better when they are inclusive, and Pennsylvanians with disabilities can get services & resources to help them find a career they love at dhs.pa.gov/WeCanWork. #NDEAM

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Small acts of self-care can make a big difference for your mental health. Practice reacting thoughtfully to help with stress, anxiety, and depression, and be present in the moment. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call, text, or chat 988.

React thoughtfully. If you are feeling irritated, consider the source. Is it something you can control? If so, take small steps to address it. If not, focus instead on letting the irritation go and be kind to yourself.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Older adults, Medical Assistance recipients & persons with disabilities may qualify for free or low-cost public transit. Providers operating across PA offer programs to assist these riders with their transportation needs. Learn more: pa.gov/FindMyRide.

Are you eligible for transportation assistance> Find your ride today! Graphic with pictures of people riding public transportation.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you are feeling alone, scared, or unsafe because of a partner or family member, you are not alone. Help is available. 💜 Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or chat online: thehotline.org #DVAM

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. You are not alone. Help is available. Call the 24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or chat online: thehotline.org.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Is your contact info up to date? DHS sends important information – including benefits renewal information – through the mail. Make sure your contact info is up to date with both DHS and the US Postal Service so that you receive information about your benefits!

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Have you heard about PA Navigate? It’s a website that helps you find the support you need, all in one place. See what your community has to offer! Enter your zip code at www.pa-navigate.org to get started today.

PA Navigate connects Pennsylvanians with services in their local communities. Find help now with food, utilities, child care, financial assistance and more. Enter your zip code at pa-navigate.org to get started today!

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Scam Alert Reminder: DHS will never call or text to request personal info. Do not call scam numbers back and never enter your EBT number or PIN! Report suspicious texts or calls to the DHS fraud tip line at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477).

A woman answers a phone. The caller is 888-904-4861 - looks like a hacker. Says, if you don’t call us back and provide your EBT number, your benefits will be suspended! The woman knows this is a scam. No, she says! NO! You’re not “Pennsylvania EBT Customer Service!” This is a SCAM! PA Human Services would never call to ask me for my EBT number or PIN!

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Big changes are coming to Medicaid! Starting January 1, 2027, some Medicaid recipients in PA will need to meet work requirements and will need to have their Medicaid eligibility checked every six months instead of every year.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Protecting Public Benefits: Shapiro Administration’s $7 Million Investment to Modernize SNAP EBT Cards Protects Pennsylvanians’ Access to Food, Safeguards Taxpayer Dollars: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/sh…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

SNAP JETS equips you with career-ready skills and connects you to work in industries paying a living wage—plus expert help with job placement and retention! Discover all the benefits of SNAP Jets today! www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resources/s…

Ready for Something New? Free job training and career support. Level up your skills and plan for the future with SNAP JETS. 877-395-8930

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

ICYMI: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, IUP Announce Collaboration to Train Future Physicians at Clarks Summit State Hospital, Boosting Availability of Rural Health Care Workers: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/pa…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

PA Human Services sends automated text messages with important information about your benefits to help you keep them. PA DHS will never ask you to provide personal information over text message!

Got a message from PA DHS? Automated text messages about your benefits from PA DHS will come from the PA DHS 69217 number and automated recorded phone calls will come from the PA DHS 1-877-839-4782 number. PA DHS will never ask you to provide personal information about you or your benefits over text message. PA DHS will never ask you to provide personal information about you or your benefits over text message. Report suspicious calls, emails, and texts to DHS at 1-844-DHS-TIPS (1-844-347-8477)

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Please be advised that COMPASS will be unavailable from 5:00pm to 7:00pm today, September 24, 2026, due to maintenance and upgrades. Use the online tool prior to or following the maintenance window: dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS

Same as post text on blue background with computer graphic showing COMPASS homepage.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, IUP Announce Collaboration to Train Future Physicians at Clarks Summit State Hospital, Boosting Availability of Rural Health Care Workers: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/pa…

A series of photos from the signing ceremony at Clarks Summit

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are struggling, don't hesitate to get help. Find resources: 🥗 dhs.pa.gov/SNAP 🤝 www.pa-navigate.org 🥫 feedingpa.org 🍎 dhs.pa.gov/Ending-Hunger 🍼 pawic.com

No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. Graphic showing empty plate on a photo of different foods.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Launches Strategic Enforcement Initiative to Protect Home Care Workers’ Rights: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/st…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Changes are coming to Medicaid – also known as Medical Assistance in Pennsylvania – starting January 1, 2027! Check out our new Medicaid changes webpage to stay updated on these changes and learn what you need to do to prepare: dhs.pa.gov/MedicaidChanges

Important changes are coming to Medicaid (also known as Medical Assistance). Renewing Every Six Months: Some adults ages 19-64 will need to have their eligibility checked by completing a renewal every six months instead of every year. New Work Requirements: Some adults ages 19-64 (who do not have a child under age 14) must show that they are meeting work requirements OR that they are exempt from work requirements. This will be reviewed during application and renewals.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

DYK? CHIP isn’t only for low-income families. Parents may think their kids can't get CHIP coverage because they make too much money. Not true! CHIP covers uninsured kids and teens up to age 19 who are not eligible for Medical Assistance. Apply today: chipcoverspakids.com

A youth gets fitted for glasses with colorful ombre overlay. Be prepared with CHIP. Free or low-cost healthcare for kids.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Supporting Child Care Workers & Families: Shapiro Administration Highlights $5 Million Increase in 2026-27 Budget for Child Care Recruitment and Retention Bonuses: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/-5…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

PA Human Services sends automated text messages with important information about your benefits to help you keep them. PA DHS will never ask you to provide personal information over text message!

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Have you heard about PA Navigate? PA Navigate connects Pennsylvanians with services in their local community. Find help now with food, utilities, child care, financial assistance and more.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

It’s National Kinship Month, PA! Kinship caregivers are grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, adult siblings, and even family friends who make the selfless choice to take on parenting responsibilities when biological parents can't.

Happy Kinship Care Month, PA! Kinship care is a journey. We can help.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Changes are coming to Medicaid – also known as Medical Assistance in Pennsylvania – starting January 1, 2027! If you currently have Medicaid, watch your mailbox for a letter from PA DHS soon with more info! Learn more and stay covered: dhs.pa.gov/MedicaidChanges

Changes are coming to Medicaid! Be on the lookout for mail! Are you a current Medicaid recipient? PA DHS is here to help you understand these changes. Watch your mailbox for a letter from PA DHS soon that will include information on whether you need to meet the new requirements or provide more information to PA DHS about your income or work, volunteer, school, or training activities!

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Please note: EBT transactions and services will be under maintenance: September 15, 2026, 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM. September 16, 2026, 1:00 AM to 7:00 AM. September 17, 2026, 3:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Transactions and services may be affected during this timeframe.

EBT Cardholder Alert. Text same as post text.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The Shapiro Administration is committed to ensuring the choices and freedoms of Pennsylvanians with disabilities are protected so they can live, work, and participate fully in their chosen community.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

It's Direct Support Professionals Week! Governor Josh Shapiro has signed an official proclamation recognizing the vital contributions DSPs provide to address the physical and mental health of individuals with disabilities, as well as veterans and senior citizens.

Direct Support Professionals Week Proclamation

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Shapiro Administration is Helping Pennsylvanians Prepare for Major Federal Changes Coming to Medicaid, Ensuring Eligible Residents Continue to be Covered: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/he…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Did you know? SNAP E&T supports you every step of the way so you can focus on training and building your skills for success! Discover how SNAP E&T can help you today: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resources/s…

I'm a single mother that's starting over. If knew that this (SNAP Employment and Training) was available, I would've done this years ago. Shelly, Pittsburgh SNAP E&T Participant Don't Wait. Build a Better Future with SNAP EARN. 877-395-8930

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Please be advised that COMPASS will be unavailable from 5:00pm to 6:30pm today, September 10, 2026, due to maintenance and upgrades. Use the online tool prior to or following the maintenance window: dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

You matter! This earth is so much more beautiful with you in it!! That’s the message from Prevent Suicide PA’s poster contest winner Mya Reese of Central Columbia School District. Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, and we couldn’t agree more.

You matter! This earth is so much more beautiful with you in it!! Poster with picture of the earth and planets in graphic style

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

It's Back-to-School time and healthy kids are ready to learn! CHIP provides access to free, routine care including vaccinations, so kids can stay strong throughout the school year. Learn more and apply at ChipCoversPAKids.com.

A youth at the doctor with colorful ombre overlay. Be prepared with CHIP. Free or low-cost healthcare for kids.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Launches Strategic Enforcement Initiative to Protect Home Care Workers’ Rights: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/st…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Highlights Statewide Suicide Prevention Plan to Support Mental Health of All Pennsylvanians During National Suicide Prevention Month: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/na…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

#988Day is a moment to raise awareness, share reasons for reaching out for support, and remind everyone: help is just three digits away. Hear from Micah Dean from NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania's VIBE Team about why it’s OK to reach out for help.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

#988Day is a moment to raise awareness, share reasons for reaching out for support, and remind everyone: help is just three digits away. Hear from Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center Manager of Crisis Intervention Shanon Ward about why it’s OK to reach out for help.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day, PA! We are grateful for the progress made possible by organized labor, and we thank our friends in labor for all they do for PA. Have a safe and relaxing holiday! Our offices are closed. Access your benefits 24 hours a day online: dhs.pa.gov/compass

Happy Labor Day graphic with silhouettes of workers and the US Flag.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

A family at a doctor's office with colorful ombre overlay. Be prepared with CHIP. Free or low-cost healthcare for kids.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Shapiro Administration Highlights Statewide Suicide Prevention Plan to Support Mental Health of All Pennsylvanians During National Suicide Prevention Month: www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/newsroom/na…

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is a national public health crisis causing immeasurable pain for individuals, families, and communities across our Commonwealth.

Suicide Prevention Month Proclamation from Governor Shapiro

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

What makes *you* happy? Taking time to explore your hobbies and interests is a great way to focus on your mental health. Be kind to yourself and make time for you.  #NationalWellnessMonth 

Be kind to yourself. A bee smiles at a flower with little hearts.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Last day to apply for 2026 SUN Bucks benefits! The SUN Bucks application deadline is today, August 31, 2026! Use the SUN Bucks Eligibility Navigator to determine whether you need to apply at dhs.pa.gov/sunbucks.

Get $120 per eligible child for summer groceries. Kroger bag on a yellow background.

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Please be advised that COMPASS will be unavailable from 4:00pm to 6:30pm on 08/28/2026, 6:00am to 5:00pm on 08/29/2026, and 7:00am to 7:00pm on 08/30/2026 due to maintenance and upgrades. Use the online tool prior to or following the maintenance window: dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS

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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services @pahumanservices.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Children at a doctor's office with colorful ombre overlay. Be prepared with CHIP. Free or low-cost healthcare for kids.

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