Family Resources

11/07/2025

Tomorrow!

Mark your calendars! The 'Coats for Kids' winter coat giveaway will take place on Saturday, November 8th from 10am to 2pm at the Pittsburgh Firefighters Local No. 1 Union Hall (120 Flowers Ave, 15207).

Coats will be available while supplies last. To receive a coat, the child must be present.

11/06/2025

I’m sure you’ve heard the news that SNAP benefits are in danger during our recent government shutdown. At Family Resources, close to 90% of the children we serve receive these benefits.

We at Family Resources believe that no child in our country, one of the richest in the world, should ever go hungry.

As an agency we have invested our own money, relayed resources that are available, helped families we serve to navigate these resources, (which can be tricky) and will continue to do so.

But we need your help. As our neighbor, our donor, and a fellow human, please find it in your resources to donate whatever you can so that children and families will not go hungry in this unforeseen time. We have received an amazing $2,825 in the last week, let’s keep it going!

Your donation will go directly towards the purchase of sustainable food and grocery store gift cards.

https://familyresources.networkforgood.com/projects/262625-groceries-for-families

Thanks for your help.
Family Resources

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from Family Resources!

10/23/2025

In support of our mission to prevent and treat child abuse and trauma by strengthening families, we often focus on the 5 protective factors of preventing child abuse.

Our programming supports families by prioritizing these factors: Knowledge of parenting and child development, Concrete support, Resilience, Social connections, and Social and emotional competence.

Visit our website for more info on our mission and work! www.familyresources.org

10/20/2025

Happy Diwali! From Family Resources

10/14/2025

Our services at Family Resources fall into three categories: Preventing child abuse and trauma before it happens, intervening when it does, and treatment when healing is needed.

Our prevention services are BJWL Out-of-School-Time, Hill District Family Center, and Reach Out to Families. Our Intervention services include Family Unification Services, Parent-Teen Mediation and Joint Planning Team. Our Treatment services include Family Based Mental Health, the Counseling Center, FURiends of Family Resources, and the Therapeutic Preschool.

Visit our website for more information about our programs!
familyresources.org

09/30/2025

Today we would like to highlight our last two BJWL locations for the month of September, Meyer’s Ridge and Pleasant Ridge!

Both locations have longstanding ties to the McKees Rocks Community and provide a safe, nurturing out of school time program for its residents.

At Meyer’s Ridge Supervisor Shayla has been with the program since 2018, and Youth Worker LaToya has been with the program off and on since 2015.

Our program, Fresh Market at Meyers Ridge, is made possible through a partnership with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. We are able provide fresh produce for the community (35-40 households), two times per month, including items such as potatoes, apples, carrots, and more. Please come and join us if you live in the community!

At Pleasant Ridge, Supervisor Na’keya has been with the program since 2017 and has been a dedicated team member since. Youth Workers T’Kaia and Siquoia have been with BJWL since 2024 and have been great additions to the team.

Often, going above and beyond for the families she works with, Na’keya recently helped create a Dance Team within the Pleasant Ridge Community, allowing the children to showcase their talents, while exercising and having fun.

If you’re interested in enrolling your child, please contact the sites at:
Meyer’s Ridge: 412-771-7478
Pleasant Ridge: 412-331-5469

09/24/2025

Welcome to BJWL location at Groveton Village! Supervisor Naveta has been with the agency since 2018, and Youth Worker Dominic has been with BJWL since 2019. He enjoys working with the children and overseeing the cooking program, “Master Chef”. Youth Worker Jordan has been with BJWL since 2017 and is a gifted and creative artist who often teaches unique art projects at the site. Located in a cul-de-sac in Coraopolis, this program is small but mighty!

We partner with Beverly's PGH for monthly birthday parties; 412 Food Program which provides bulk food items to families; Hometown Hoops, a summer basketball clinic that teaches kids the fundamentals of basketball; the Children’s Windows to Africa Program; and The Allegheny County Parks facilitated sessions on snakes and bugs.

If you’re interested in enrolling your child, please contact the site at: 412-329-7249.

09/22/2025

Welcome to BJWL Prospect Terrace, located in East Pittsburgh! Having been embedded in the community for over 20 years, utilizing two housing units for our programming, we help bring resources to the families in the community. Supervisor Sharon has been with the program since 2017; Long-standing employee Theresa, who has worked at multiple sites, has been with BJWL since 2004; and Youth Worker Toya has been with BJWL since 2019.

With transportation often a barrier for the community, partnering with programs including Tickets for Kids, Shop Fresh, a program through the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank that offers various supplemental items for the community, as well exposing our children to off-site experiences, is essential. Over the summer, programming also included Hometown Hoops, a summer basketball clinic that teaches kids the fundamentals of basketball; Racial Equity Fellows from the Department of Human Services facilitated sessions on mental health and wellness Children’s Windows to Africa https://cwtapgh.org/, which is an African Centered program focused on storytelling, craftmaking, and history; The Allegheny County Parks facilitated sessions on how animals adapt to various environments and the life of insects.

If you’re interested in enrolling your child, please contact the site at: 412-824-1555.

09/17/2025

Brian Tessmer, Director of Treatment and Operations at Family Resources, weighs in.

Family Resources has been in the business of keeping kids safe after school for over 35 years!

As school starts, many parents face the decision of letting their children stay home alone after school.

09/16/2025

Meet our dedicated BJWL East Hills staff! Supervisor Blanche has been with the BJWL Team since 2018; Youth Worker Terica has been with the BJWL program since 2004; and Youth Worker Lindsey has been with the program since 2022. We are so lucky to have such a dedicated team working with our youth.

This summer, the children and staff at East Hills had so much fun engaging with various community partners. Racial Equity Fellows from the Department of Human Services facilitated sessions on mental health and wellness; A City in the Streets event was held; STEM projects were completed; The kids (and staff) learned about fireflies and owls, up close, through Allegheny Parks; and children participated in the Children’s Windows to Africa Program, which is an African Centered program focused on storytelling, craftmaking, and history.

We continue this work all school year, inspiring learning, keeping children safe and promoting well-being through social and emotional learning.

If you’re interested in enrolling your children, please contact the site at: 412-727-7756.