by Christopher Scalise | Mar 1, 2018 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
More than 17% of last year’s calls to 2‐1‐1 occurred in February. As the temperature drops, energy bills are at their peak – and the need for assistance rises. Despite these challenges, there are many organizations working hard to keep the heat on. This winter has...
by Christopher Scalise | Mar 1, 2018 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
“PA 2-1-1 Southwest helped me keep going when my world turned upside-down.” Lauren was devastated when her mother passed away. They’d been very close, and Lauren’s mom had provided emotional and financial support so that Lauren could serve in the Air National Guard,...
by Christopher Scalise | Dec 4, 2017 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
When someone loses their job, has a large medical expense, an issue with their vehicle, or any other unexpected financial or life set-back, utility bills can fall behind. We all face difficult times in our lives – but that doesn’t mean we deserve to have our gas shut...
by Christopher Scalise | Dec 4, 2017 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
““It feels good to know that my service hasn’t been forgotten.” Alan, 59, has been out of work since the last round of job cuts at the engine plant. His severance package cushioned the blow for a while, but he and his wife were scrambling to pay their bills, and...
by Christopher Scalise | Dec 4, 2017 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
“If someone says they don’t know where else to turn, we tell them to call 2-1-1.” The Fayette County Community Action Agency (FCCAA) helps Fayette County residents make ends meet after they’ve faced a trying time in their life. Some consider them the ‘go-to’ spot for...
by Christopher Scalise | Aug 28, 2017 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
A little help with taxes goes a long way: Sara’s Story “We were living paycheck to paycheck and were about to get evicted from our house. Our tax refund made it possible to pay rent and keep a roof over our heads.” Sara came to Robert Morris University to file her...
by Christopher Scalise | Aug 28, 2017 | PA 2-1-1 Southwest Blog |
Jean Bowen 2-1-1 Featured Agency Center for Community Resources, Inc., VITA “When people come to the center through PA 2-1-1, we can help them identify other agencies that can also benefit them.” The Center for Community Resources serves community members in need in...
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