To: STATE EDITORS

Contact: Stacey Witalec of Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, +1-717-787-4592

HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new federal grant awarded to Pennsylvania this week will further statewide efforts to help prevent youth suicide and promote early intervention, Secretary of Public Welfare Estelle B. Richman said today.

"Too often, we learn that a child was in need only after a tragedy has taken place," Secretary Richman said. "Through this grant, we will be better equipped as we work to reach Pennsylvania children and their families and provide them with the necessary services and support to keep them healthy for life."

Awarded by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Pennsylvania will receive $500,000 to continue efforts that promote early intervention, assessment services to at-risk youth, collaboration among programs and services. Through the grant, the department will also continue its work providing referrals for community mental health treatment as well as provide immediate support and information resources to families.

For more information on programs and services available to at-risk youth, visit www.dpw.state.pa.us.

The Department of Public Welfare helps people meet their basic needs by providing health care and other critical support services for children, the elderly, people with chronic diseases, persons with disabilities and low income families and adults in Pennsylvania. DPW is dedicated to promoting, improving, and sustaining the quality of family life; breaking the cycle of dependency while protecting and serving Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. Visit DPW on the Internet at: www.dpw.state.pa.us.

CONTACT:

Stacey Witalec

(717) 787-4592

SOURCE Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare

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