Families with Children
Government Programs
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP )
Pennsylvania's program to provide health coverage to uninsured children and teens who are not eligible for or enrolled in Medical Assistance. Regardless of the reasons your children might not have health insurance, CHIP may be able to help.
See CHIP Info on Webpage Link Below
Apply through COMPASS:
Call the COMPASS Helpline 1-800-692-7462
between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday
APP:
myCOMPASSPA
WIC ( Women, Infants, Children)
The Pennsylvania Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
WIC serves the following Pennsylvania residents:
Pregnant women.
Breastfeeding women, for up to one year postpartum.
Women up to six months postpartum, who are not breastfeeding.
Infants and children under 5 years old, including foster children.
To Apply:
Call the toll-free WIC Hotline 1-800-WIC-WINS
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
The Department of Human Services (DHS) is dedicated to helping low-income families become independent while they receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. TANF is also referred to as cash assistance.
The TANF program provides money to help:
Pregnant women
Dependent children and their parents who live with them
Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
Apply through COMPASS
Call the COMPASS Helpline 1-800-692-7462
between 8:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday
APP:
myCOMPASSPA
Medical Assistance Transportation (MATP)
Any Washington County resident who has a current and valid Medical Assistance Card and needs the medical
transportation service is eligible. Freedom Transit will provide transportation only to medical providers enrolled in the MATP (those which accept Medical Assistance). Social security determination is not covered, even if your doctor accepts MATP.
To apply, please call Freedom Transit at (724) 223-8747. A Customer Service Representative will ask for your
name, address, phone number, date of birth, Medical Assistance recipient and card issue numbers, and Social
Security number.
• We can provide up to 30 days of medical transportation while your application is being processed.
• An application will be mailed to you, or you may apply in person at our office. If applying in person, please bring
your medical insurance cards with you.
Non Profit Organizations-Resources for Families with Babies and Toddlers
Blueprints
Blueprints—formerly Community Action Southwest—has partnered with individuals and families to break down barriers and build stronger, more stable futures. Programs are designed to support whole families—across all stages of life—whether it’s through early childhood education, financial and career support, housing stability, or services for older adults.
Main Office:
150 W Beau St. Suite 106
Washington PA 15301
724-225-9550
Blueprints – Jefferson Avenue
Western PA Diaper Bank
The Diaper Bank has diaper distribution partnership with BLUEPRINTS
Please check the main diaper bank website for the most up to date info.
The Children's Institute
The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh serves the complex needs of children, young adults, and families regardless of the ability to pay. They operate: The Day School, behavioral & physical therapies, autism care, and child and family support services.
The Washington County Location Offers Family supports. The number is base in Pittsburgh.