*DUE TO COVID-19 SOME OF THESE GROUPS HAVE STOPPED MEETING IN PERSON. CALL AHEAD TO FIND OUT WHAT THE PROTOCOL IS.*
Support Services and Education in Johnstown, Ligonier, Altoona Pa.
This is a work in progress and I will add more as I find them. If the title is highlighted pink, there is a link to a calendar listing with more detailed info. I'm still adding weekly meetings and welcome any other resources. Please email me at julief@macaronikid.com to share.
FOOD AND NUTRITION
Farmers Market Nutrition Program and Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program
ADDICTION AND RECOVERY |
Bethel United Methodist Church
215 Whistler Street, Hollsopple, PA
Meets every Monday from 7-8:30. For families of those struggling with addiction.
CONNECT CHURCH RECOVERY-recovery resource
Meets Thursday at 6:30
Westmont Family Counseling Ministries
789 Goucher Street in Johnstown 15905
Support group for family members of addicted individuals.
Meets the first Tuesday of the month in the evening from 6:00 to 7:30 pm
DISTRICT 41 of ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS / JOHNSTOWN, PA
LAUREL MT. HIGHLANDS NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
WE WILL RECOVER SUPPORT MEETINGS
9457 Lincoln Highway
Bedford Pa 15522
3RD Wednesday of the month 5-7:30 PM
WE WILL RECOVER FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP SOMERSET
132 East Union Street
Somerset Pa 15501
Meets Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
We Will Recover Johnstown Family Support Group
132 Walnut Street
Johnstown, Pa. 15901
Meets Tuesday at 6:00 PM
We Will Recover Somerset Family Support Group
224 Twin Lakes Road
Somerset Pa 15501
Meets Tuesday at 6:00 PM
PaSTOP.ORG: THE COMMONWEALTH PREVENTION ALLIANCE CAMPAIGN TO STOP OPIATE ABUSE
Mission Statement: To create environmental change that will promote healthy decisions and behaviors regarding substance use.
Vision Statement: To provide substance use prevention education programs that create environmental change within school systems and communities that will modify attitudes and beliefs concerning substance use.
HELPLINE NUMBERS
TWIN LAKES CENTER 814 443 3639
SAGE'S ARMY HELPLINE 724 863 5433
SUBSTANCE ABUSE HELPLINE 844 897 8927
CAMBRIA COUNTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL 814 536 5388
SOMERSET COUNTY SCA 814 445 1530
BLAIR COUNTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL 814 693 3023
CENTRE COUNTY 814 355 6744
GREENE COUNTY 888 317 7106
WESTMORELAND COUNTY SCA 724 684 9000
ARMSTRONG/INDIANA 724 354 2746
WASHINGTON COUNTY SCA 800 247 8379
LAWRENCE COUNTY 724 658 5580
CLEARFIELD/JEFFERSON 814 371 9002
BEDFORD COUNTY SCA 814 623 5009
ALLEGHENY COUNTY SCA 412 350 3857
FAYETTE COUNTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL 724 438 3576
TIOGA COUNTY SCA 570 724 5766
WESTMORELAND DRUG OVERDOSE TASK FORCE 724 830 3827
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ARTICLES OF INTEREST:
Upper Yoder Township Police Department Safe Medication Disposal Box
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
PROVEN PROCESS TO REDUCE TEEN DELINQUENCY, DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE
Information for Parents About Teen Drug Use
SUPPORT FOR WOMEN |
INFERTILITY AND MISCARRIAGE SUPPORT GROUP
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
1440 Scalp Ave
Johnstown, Pa. 15904
Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites. For individuals struggling with infertility and miscarriage.
This group welcomes women over the age of 20 affected by any form of cancer. Any woman, whether newly diagnosed, in the midst of chemotherapy, or cancer-free for years, is welcome to attend.
Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month 6 - 8 pm Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904 Phone: (814) 266-9194
Westmont Family Counseling Ministries
789 Goucher Street in Johnstown 15905
Provides women who have had breast cancer with the opportunity to meet with other survivors to offer encouragement, hope and support.
The group meets the first Wednesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:00 pm
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES |
Action Will Help Combat Rising Suicide Rates by Making It Easier for Americans in Crisis to Obtain Assistance from Trained Counselors
Phone: (814) 266-3196Email: johnstown@c-nta.com 485 Berlin Plank Road Somerset, PA 15501
Phone: (814) 701-2898 Email: somerset@c-nta.com
Peer Empowerment Network 514 Somerset Street Johnstown PA 15901 US 814-539-2724
Minority Mental Health Resources
Nulton Diagnostic and Treatment Center, P.C.
SUICIDE LOSS SUPPORT GROUP CAMBRIA COUNTY 1086 Franklin Street Johnstown, PA 15905 814-534-7748
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center's Adult Psychiatry Inpatient Program
Bedford Somerset Development & Behavioral Health Services
UPMC Altoona Behavioral Health Services 501 Howard Ave Altoona, PA 16601 814-889-2706 marinepl@upmc.edu
Independent Family Services, Inc. Johnstown and Bedford
AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION WEBSITE
CRISIS: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
FAMILY SUPPORT |
ARTICLES OF INTEREST
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🤱 Breast Feeding Education at Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center: Registration required
Meets in the Community Room at Conemaugh East Hills the first Thursday of the month from 6-9 P.M.
To register, call 814.534.9009 or visit Conemaugh.org.
PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP: Socialize and network with other families. Learn about programs, resources, and related services. Monthly topics focus on infants, children, and teen issues. Supervised play area for children up to age 10 - Must RSVP. Beverages provided. Please feel free to bring a light snack to share.
Meets the third Sunday of each month 6 - 8 pm St. Paul's United Church of Christ 202 West Union Street Somerset, PA 15501 For more information or to RSVP, call Tamie at (814) 445-4329 or (814) 233-1580.
PARENTING BY CHOICE SUPPORT GROUP: Many grandparents and other relatives find themselves raising grandchildren as a result of their own child being addicted to drugs or alcohol. This support group is designed to provide encouragement adn comfort as well as an opportunity to share helpful experiences and discuss the unique challenges of raising this special group of children. Topics include finding help and support, understanding family addiction, knowing laws and legal resources, talking to children about tough issues, managing the caregiving role, and building resiliency in the child and guardian.
Meets the first Wednesday of each month 6 - 7 pm Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue Johnstown, PA 15905 Phone: (814) 534-7926
CHILDREN'S SAFETY PROGRAM: Fitting cribs to families. Referring agencies include ACRP, Birthright, Community Action and Women’s Help Center, although any organization or physician can refer a family to the program by contacting Marlene Singer at 814-534-1588 or msinger@conemaugh.org.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT |
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP FOR ADULTS: Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B
1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904
Bereavement support provides an opportunity to meet with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one, and network with other individuals to assist in the completion of the grief process. This group is hosted by Conemaugh Regional Hospice.
Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month 6 - 8 pm
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES (CALL FOR INTAKE AND DATES): The Healing Patch is a free peer support group designed specifically for children and their families who have suffered the loss of a loved one, such as a parent, sibling, grandparent, or close family member. The Healing Patch offers a safe place where grieving children and their families can discover they are not alone in their grief by interacting with others who have encountered similiar losses.
Meets two Tuesday evenings per month Intake and orientation required for participation. Please call for more information.
Support group meetings held at: 118 Ebony Road, Ebensburg, PA
Phone: 1-800-445-6262
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HEALTH SUPPORT |
ALL CANCERS SUPPORT GROUP: This group offers support, information, and encouragement for patients, survivors, and caregivers dealing with any type of cancer diagnosis.
Meets the first Thursday of each month 4:30 - 5:30 pm Conemaugh Cancer Care Center Good Samaritan Building, Ground Floor - Lower Level Lobby Area 1020 Franklin Street, Johnstown, PA 15905 Phone: (814) 534-1297
BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP: Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center -
Main Campus Good Samaritan Building, Discharge Lobby
1086 Franklin Street, Johnstown, PA 15905
For those that have had weight loss surgery or are interested in learning more about surgery.
Meets the first Wednesday of every month 6 - 7:30 pm
BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP: Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B
This group is open to any individual, family member, or caregiver affected by a brain injury or stroke.This group also provides education and information for survivors and caregivers, enabling them to maintain a positive attitude.
Meets the last Thursday of each month 3 - 4:30 pm
CHRONIC PAIN SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the second Monday of each month 4:30 - 5:30 pm Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904 Phone: (814) 534-3797
CHARCOT-MARIE-TOOTH (CMT) SUPPORT GROUP: CMT is an inherited neurological disorder affecting the nerves that control muscles in the arms, hands, legs, and feet. Over time, these nerves deterioriate. CMT is a hereditary disorder and family medical history of CMT patients should be reviewed thoroughly to assist in proper diagnosis.
Meets the fourth Saturday of each month 1 - 3 pm Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA Phone: (814) 539-2341
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the first Tuesday of each month, excluding January and February 1 - 2:30 pm 6 - 7:30 pm * Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center - Lee Campus Conemaugh Diabetes Institute, First Floor 320 Main Street, Johnstown, PA 15901 Phone: (814) 534-6800 or 1-866-641-3828
*Services offered to Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center and Conemaugh Miners Medical Center via live video during this session.
LAUREL HIGHLANDS ALZHEIMER'S FOUNDATION SUPPORT GROUP MEETING: Memorial Medical Center Room B801
1086 Franklin St Johnstown, Pa. 15905
Meets the second Monday of every month from 7:00PM to 9:00PM.
EPILEPSY EDUCATION AND SUPPORT GROUP: Meets the first 4th Wednesday of the month. From 4-5:00 PM
Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904
Phone: (814) 799-0345
FRANK E. MAYAK ALS SUPPORT GROUP: Meets second Wednesday of each month 3 - 4:30 pm
Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904
Phone: (814) 269-5241
HIV / AIDS SUPPORT GROUP (CALL FOR MEETING DATES): This group provides a secure and friendly environment for individuals living with HIV / AIDS. Group members receive up-to-date information and support through interactions with positive peers.
For more information, including meeting dates and times, call Community Care Management at (814) 534-3032 or 1-866-429-1583.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP: Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B
1450 Scalp Avene, Johnstown, PA 15904 Phone: (814) 269-5241
Meets the second Monday of each month 7 - 8 pm
OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP (CALL FOR MEETING DATES): This group provides a secure and friendly environment for individuals living with an ostomy. The group is hosted by ostomy nurses and guest speakers may attend. Group members receive up-to-date information and support through interactions with positive peers.
Meets quarterly on a Wednesday 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center - Main Campus Good Samaritan Building, Myron C. Conference Room
1086 Franklin Street, Johnstown, PA 15905 Phone: (814) 534-6840
PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP: Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B 1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904 Phone: (814) 269-5241
Goals is this group include offering friendship, support, and encouragement to Parkinson's patients and caregivers; educational information; and providing a warm, supportive atmosphere.
Meets the third Wednesday of each month 2:30 - 4 pm
SLEEP DISORDERS SUPPORT GROUP: Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center First Floor, Community Room B
1450 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15904 Phone: (814) 534-6450
This support group provides information and support for those with sleep apnea and other sleep disorders.
Meets every Third Thursday 6 - 7 pm
CENTRAL ALLEGHENY LYME DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP: Roaring Spring Community LibraryTHE AlTOONA AREA LYME DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP: Saint Rose of Lima Church Social Hall 5519 6th Ave
Altoona, PA 16602
Meets the second Thursday of each month.
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March 16, 2020
PA Turnpike Temporarily Will Not Accept Cash To Safeguard Employee and Traveler Health
Cash customers should NOT stop at tollbooths; they’ll be invoiced by mail starting at 8 p.m.
HARRISBURG, PA (MARCH 16, 2020) – The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) is alerting motorists that cash will not be accepted at any interchange statewide beginning tonight at 8 p.m. This is a temporary safety measure to keep travelers moving with no need to stop at tollbooths or interact with tolling personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
During this time, cash and credit cards will not be accepted anywhere on the PA Turnpike’s ticket system. All tolls will be assessed electronically via E-ZPass or the PA Turnpike TOLL BY PLATE program as vehicles travel at posted speed limits through tolling points.
“This temporary measure is critical to enable us to support the Commonwealth in its efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19,” said PA Turnpike CEO Mark Compton. “I want to be clear that we will return to normal toll-collection operations as soon as it becomes practical.”
Customers who do not have an E-ZPass account should continue to use lanes marked “Tickets” on entry and “Cash” on exit, however they should keep moving through the lane at the posted speed without stopping. Instead of paying their toll on the roadway, they will receive a PA Turnpike TOLL BY PLATE invoice through the mail.
With the PA Turnpike TOLL BY PLATE option, high-speed cameras capture license-plate images as vehicles pass by. The registered owner receives an invoice within 30 days for trips made through the tolling point. Invoices can be paid online, by phone or by mail.
Customers who receive a TOLL BY PLATE invoice will be charged the “cash” toll rate. However, when paying their invoice, they will have the option to open an E-ZPass account to receive the discounted rate at time of payment.
Customers have 20 days to pay invoices before a second invoice is issued. If the first invoice is not paid, the second invoice will include an additional fee of $5 or the equivalent of 1.5% of the total amount owed, whichever is higher.
Cash tolls will still be in place on the Mon-Fayette Expressway (PA Turnpike 43) via the current Automated Payment Machines.
All customers should be prepared for possible confusion around the toll plaza areas as drivers adjust to the temporary measure. Drivers should slow down when approaching a tolling point or interchange, pay attention and proceed with caution.
For more information on how all-electronic tolling works, visit nocashzone.com.
Additionally, late last week, the PA Turnpike announced the added precaution of limiting services at the King of Prussia Service Plaza in Montgomery County and the Valley Forge and Peter J. Camiel service plazas in Chester County. All fast food dining and public restrooms are closed inside the service plazas. Portable toilets are available for the traveling public.
For other service plaza locations and amenities, click HERE.
For more information on operational changes due to further COVID-19 guidance, visit PATurnpike.com.
CONTACT:
Rosanne Placey, 717-675-4362 (mobile)
Carl DeFebo, 717-645-2265 (mobile)
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