Permanency Network News Today

November is National Adoption Month.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) – U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND) introduced the Adoption Tax Credit Refundability Act. The bill, introduced to the Senate on Sept. 21, will support families wishing to adopt by easing the financial costs associated with adoption. According to the Children’s Bureau, a federal agency organized under the United […]

Despite meager beginnings and adverse circumstances, Jason Wolfe has long found a way to make a difference in a fascinating, fruitful and philanthropic career through Wolfe LLC.

Looking for a new job? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings throughout the region, including Social Worker, Sewist, Executive Director, Sous Chef and more.

For years, abc27’s Valerie Pritchett has worked with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) to place waiting children with adoptive parents.

An attorney with Allegheny County Child Protection Services (CPS) is seeking to become an Allegheny County judge. Alyssa Cowan, an Allison Park resident and assistant county solicitor for CPS, made the announcement Saturday. “I’ve decided to throw my name in this race, not to chase political fame or boost my resume but to help build a better and more equitable Allegheny County,” Cowan said. The first-time candidate is seeking the Democratic Party nomination in the May 18 primary, forgoin...