Allegheny County/Pittsburgh, PA area-Dress for Success
https://dressforsuccess.org/programs/suiting/

305 34th Street#1311Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Phone: 412-201-4204
Closed NowSunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
CLOSEEligibility:
This program serves women.Availability: availableDescription:
Dress for Success provides professional clothing that helps women to obtain what they need for an interview, from clothing to confidence, and they can return once they find employment for the apparel and accessories needed to enter the workforce.
This program provides:
- Assistance choosing an interview outfit- Guidance and support for upcoming interviewLanguages: EnglishCost: FreeNext Steps:
Go to the program's website

The Department of Human Services offers an Emergency Shelter Allowance, ESA, to help a homeless or near homeless family/individual to stop eviction, find a long-term place to live and find a short-term place to stay. This service helps ensure people experiencing financial hardship don't end up on the streets.
This program provides:
- Help pay for housing
Contact your County Assistance Office ask what you need to do to apply for an Emergency Shelter Allowance. If you are not receiving any benefits now, you must fill out an Application for Benefits.

https://www.pa.gov/services/dhs/apply-for-the-emergency-shelter-allowance-esa.html

https://www.pa.gov/services/dli/apply-for-vocational-rehabilitation-services.html

https://connect.alleghenycounty.us/all-topics/

https://connect.alleghenycounty.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Allegheny-County-CoC-Drop-in-and-Engagement-Centers.pdf

https://connect.alleghenycounty.us/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Winter-Shelter-Resources.pdf

https://www.pittsburghmercy.org/homeless-services/second-avenue-commons/

-Pittsburgh Mercy Emergency Shelter at Second Avenue CommonsLocationPittsburgh Mercy Emergency Shelter at Second Avenue Commons700 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Contact UsPhone: 412-775-9001Email: info@secondavenuecommons.org
People We ServeAdults 18+ years*

• Persons who self-identify as women or men
• Members of the LGBTQ+ communities
• Couples
• People with partners
• People with pets.ǂ

*Persons under the age of 18 will be referred to providers who serve youth experiencing homelessness.
ǂ Dogs and cats, one per person. Please refer to the pet policy.
Emergency Shelter HoursPittsburgh Mercy’s Emergency Shelter at Second Avenue Commons is open every day. Bed availability at the Emergency Shelter at Second Avenue Commons varies. We encourage you to come in person and speak to our team about what services are currently available. The Shelter is often at capacity. If our emergency shelter is at capacity, we will work with individuals to refer them to other emergency shelters in Allegheny County.Emergency Shelter Services

• Intake assessments
• Housing-focused case management services
• Housing diversion and supportive services
• Connections and linkages to essential health and social services
  • Allegheny Link, the primary entry point to connect individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness to available resources
  • Physical health & primary care services
  • Crisis diversion services
  • Housing programs
  • Mental health services
  • Substance use treatment services
  • I.D. cards and other documents
  • Social Security, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and other public benefits and entitlements
  • Utility assistance programs
  • Training & employment services
  • Transportation assistance programs
• Client Leadership Group
• Meals: Two meals daily
  • Breakfast: 8 to 9 a.m.
    
  • Dinner: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
    
• Hygiene kits
• Showers
  • 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
• Medication delivery
• Quiet hours
  • 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily
• Curfew
  • 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily
• Washers and dryers to do your laundry
• Wi-Fi.

Shelter AccessReady to take that first step? Walk in or call us at 412-775-9001.
-Pittsburgh Mercy Engagement Center at Second Avenue CommonsLocationPittsburgh Mercy Engagement Center at Second Avenue Commons700 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Contact UsPhone: 412-775-9001Email: info@secondavenuecommons.org
People We ServeAdults 18+ years*

• Persons who self-identify as women or men
• Members of the LGBTQ+ communities
• Couples
• People with partners
• People with pets.ǂ

*Persons under the age of 18 will be referred to providers who serve youth experiencing homelessness.
ǂ Dogs and cats. One per person. Please refer to the pet policy.
Engagement Center Hours7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Seven days a week, including holidays.Engagement Center ServicesServices are free to Engagement Center visitors.

• Charging stations
• Coffee
• Connections and linkages to other essential services
  • Allegheny Link
  • Physical health & primary care services
  • Crisis diversion services
  • Mental health services
  • Substance use treatment services
  • I.D. cards
  • Social Security, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), utility assistance, and other public benefits.
• Housing & supportive services, including housing navigation assistance and homelessness prevention services
• Hygiene kits
• Light snacks
• Mail services
  • 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily
• Showers
  • 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
• Washers and dryers to do your laundry
  • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
• Wi-Fi.

Engagement Center AccessWalk in or call us at 412-775-9001 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week, including holidays. If our Engagement Center is at capacity, we will work with individuals to refer them to other engagement centers in Allegheny County.

https://www.pa.gov/services/dhs/apply-for-the-homeless-assistance-program.html

-Cali Outreach
https://www.wpsardc.org/outreach

https://www.cognitoforms.com/CorporateOutsourceSolutionsInc/CommunityOutreachInformationForm2

https://www.ccpgh.org/services/housing-and-shelter-assistance

-Housing Choice Voucher Program
https://hacp.org/housing/housing-choice-voucher/

https://hacp.org/programs-services/assistance/emergency-housing-services/

• Programs & Services
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  • Health Programs & Insurance
    
  • Affordable Housing Resources
    
  • Home Repair
    
  • Emergency Housing Services
    
  • Seniors
    
  • Transportation
    
  • Utility Assistance
    
  • Veterans
    
• Resident Services
  
• Resident Employment
  
• Submit A Work Order
  
• Public Safety
  
• Digital Literacy Initiatives
  
• Creative Arts Corner
  
• Scholarship Program
  
• Disability Compliance Office
  
• Community Service
  

https://connect.alleghenycounty.us/employment-training/

https://findfood.pittsburghfoodbank.org/s/?_ga=2.85912089.106007657.1647269608-2119141018.1647269608

(All less than 2 miles from the corner store)
-Network Of Hope - Northside Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.01(412) 487-7220
https://www.allisonparkchurch.com/food-banks

3035 Perrysville AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15214US
Monthly on the 1st Tuesday6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

-Focus on Renewal Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.22(412)331-1685
https://www.forstorox.org

11 Robb StreetMcKees Rocks, PA 15136US
Weekly on Thursday2:00 PM — 4:00 PM

-Mt. Carmel Baptist Church - Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.25(412)323-0266

2000 Brighton RoadPittsburgh, PA 15212US
Monthly on the 2nd Saturday10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

-St. Nicholas Orthodox Church Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.40(412) 331-1053
https://orthodoxpittsburgh.org/news_210223_2

320 Munson AvenueMcKees Rocks, PA 15136US
Last Saturday of the Month4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

-Northside Common Ministries - Pleasant Valley ShelterDistance in miles: 1.51(412)323-1163
https://www.ncmin.org/pleasant-valley-mens-shelter/

1601 Brighton RoadPittsburgh, PA 15212US
Daily6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

-Northside Common Ministries - Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.51(412)323-1170
https://www.ncmin.org

1601 Brighton RoadPittsburgh, PA 15212US
Weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday9:30 AM — 12:00 PM

-Northview Heights Family Support Center - Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.64(412)323-1020
https://ulpgh.org/programs/family-support-centers/arthur-j-edmunds-family-support-center-at-northview-heights/

437 Mt. Pleasant RoadPittsburgh, PA 15214US
Weekly on Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

-BJWL Meyers Ridge - CN-CACFPDistance in miles: 1.83

901 Gray StreetMcKees Rocks, PA 15136US
Dinner: Every Monday to Friday—10/1/24-5/30/255:15 PM — 6:30 PM

Snack: Every Monday to Friday—10/1/24-5/30/253:45 PM — 5:00 PM

CACFP Monthly Paperwork12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

-Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.85(412) 973-5053
https://hughlane.org/wellness-services/hughs-kitchen-resource-program/

925 Brighton RoadPittsburgh, PA 15212US
Weekly on Wednesday12:00 PM — 5:00 PM

Weekly on Friday10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

Weekly on Thursday1:00 PM — 6:00 PM

-Brown Chapel AME Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.88(412)321-2240
https://www.bccministeriespgh.org

1400 Boyle StreetPittsburgh, PA 15212US
Monthly on the 4th Saturday10:00 AM — 12:30 PM

-The Pneuma CenterDistance in miles: 1.94(412)414-3054

700 Sherwood AvePittsburgh, PA 15204US
Monthly on the 3rd Friday9:00 AM — 12:00 PM

Monthly on the 3rd Saturday9:00 AM — 12:00 PM

-Light of Life Rescue Mission - Food PantryDistance in miles: 1.97412-803-4146
https://LightofLife.org

10 E North AvePittsburgh, PA 15212US
Weekly on Wednesday11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

-Direct Distribution - West EndDistance in miles: 1.98412-460-3663
https://www.pittsburghfoodbank.org/

2940 Sheraden BlvdPittsburgh, PA 15204US
Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday5:30 PM — 7:00 PM

-Outreached Arms Meal ProgramDistance in miles: 2.97(724)759-4833
https://outreachedarms.org/

320 Oliver AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15222US
Weekly on Tuesday6:30 PM — 8:00 PM

-Doorstep Delivery
412-460-3663 ext. 655
https://pittsburghfoodbank.org/what-we-do/individuals-families/doorstep-delivery/

If you live in Allegheny County and are receiving Medicaid, you may be eligible for free public transportation (bus, subway, incline) ahead of time tickets, or reimbursement for your use of public transportation/private vehicle, or free door-to-door service when medically necessary via a shared ride.MATP is required by law to provide the least costly, most appropriate transportation service available.

• Call 1-888-547-MATP (6287)Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or
• Fill out the application (MATP application for adults) (MATP application for anyone younger than 18) sign it and email to: MATP@alleghenycounty.us. You can also drop it off at the Human Services Building at One Smithfield Street on the 1st floor.

https://connect.alleghenycounty.us/substance-use/

-Start with Pathway to Care and Recovery

• 24/7-Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
  
• Visit Website
  
• Walk-in: 326 Third Avenue, Pittsburgh Pa 15222
  
• Call: 412-325-7550
  

• Schedule Online
  
• Call 716-302-4122
  
• Weekdays: 5pm-11pm
  
• Weekends: 11am-11pm
  

-Start with PA Get HELP NOW24/7-Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Walk-in: Pathway to Care and Recovery, 326 Third Avenue, Pittsburgh Pa 15222. A mobile response team can also come to you.You’ll talk to someone who has been where you are. Then you’ll decide the next best step.

-The UPMC Medical Toxicology Telemedicine Bridge ClinicProvides urgent, non-emergent access to providers trained in management of withdrawal syndromes and substance use disorders.

• Appointments available Monday – Friday, 9am – 7pm (occasionally 9am-5pm)
• Call weekdays to register and schedule: 412-432-1042
  
• 24/7 Virtual registration and scheduling
  

-resolve Crisis Network

• 1-888-796-8226 (1-888-7 YOU CAN)
  
• Visit in person at 333 North Braddock Ave., Point Breeze
  
• Phones answered 24/7 and walk-ins accepted 24/7
  

-https://www.alleghenycounty.us/files/assets/county/v/1/services/dhs/documents/publications/brochures/obh-where-to-call-booklet.pdf

LocationUPMC Second Avenue Commons Health Center700 Second Avenue, First Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Contact UsPhone: 412-232-7544Email: powelle7@upmc.edu
Health Center Hours9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Appointments and walk-ins are accepted. Serves everyone, regardless of insurance.Health Center Services

• Behavioral health assessment, treatment, and linkages to care
• Clothing and shoes
• Foot care
• Gynecologic care
• Harm reduction supplies
• Hepatitis C screening & treatment
• Over-the-counter and prescription medications
• Personal hygiene items
• STI screening & treatment
• Substance use disorder treatment
• Treatment of acute medical conditions related to skin, urinary, respiratory infections, etc.
• Treatment of chronic medical conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and COPD
• Wound care, minor injuries, and suturing

Referrals are not required but are encouraged.

-Big Burgh
https://www.bigburgh.com/#/

-University of Pittsburgh Resources
https://yfrp.pitt.edu/resources/services-and-support/crisis-services/emergency-shelters

-Salvation Army
https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/western-pennsylvania/provide-housing/

-Bethlehem Haven
https://www.pittsburghmercy.org/homeless-services/bethlehem-haven/

https://bethlehemhaven.org
-Hearts of the Homeless
https://www.findhelp.org/hearts-of-the-homeless--pittsburgh-pa--overnight-shelter/4795711585779712?postal=15201

-2nd Ave Commons
https://secondavenuecommons.org/shelter/

-Action Housing
https://actionhousing.org/general-properties/housing-for-the-homeless/

-Woman’s Space East, Inc
https://www.wseinc.org

-Woman’s Shelter of Pittsburgh
https://wcspittsburgh.org

-Non profits of Pittsburgh
https://greatnonprofits.org/city/pittsburgh/PA/category:homeless-and-housing/sort:review_count/direction:desc

-Hearth
https://hearthpgh.org

-Catholic Charities of Allegheny County
https://www.ccpgh.org/services/basic-needs-assistance

412-456-6999

• Utility Assistance* (utilityassistance@ccpgh.org)
  • Mandatory Documents
    
  • Customer Assistance Programs (CAP) for Duquesne Light Company customers.
    • CAP Application
      
    • Zero Income Form
      
  • Dollar Energy Fund's Pennsylvania Hardship Program (DE)
  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
• No financial assistance at this time

*Due to high call volume, you may experience a delay. Calls prioritized by order received.For Dollar Energy/LIHEAP application help, find agencies near you: Dollar Energy Agency Finder: https://hardshiptools.org/AgencyFinder.aspx


-Light of Life Rescue Mission
https://www.lightoflife.org/our-services/

Light of Life offers Emergency Shelter Services located at our Voeghtly Street Shelter for men, women, and children seeking the following:

• Emergency Shelter Services
• Meal Ministry
• Chapel Services
• Men & Women’s Day Center
• Showers
• Access to Mental Health Services
• Ability to join or learn more information about our Long-Term Recovery Programming

Voeghtly Street Shelter is located at 234 Voeghtly St., Pittsburgh PA 15212
Contact Number: 412-803-4120
Hours of Operation: 24 Hours, 7 days/ weekHomemade Meals:8-9 a.m. breakfast12 p.m breakfast5-6 p.m. dinner

-Chamber of Commerce
https://www.eastlibertychamber.org/homeless/Homeless-Assistance

-Shelter List Pittsburgh
https://www.shelterlist.com/city/pa-pittsburgh

-City Mission(Washington, PA)(Part of Pittsburgh Metro area)
https://www.citymission.org

-Non Profit List for Pittsburgh
https://www.volunteermatch.org/search/orgs.jsp?r=20.0&aff=&l=97+Courtland+St%2C+Pittsburgh%2C+PA+15207%2C+USA&k=Homeless

-Genesis House
https://genesispgh.org/genesis-house/

-Unity Recovery
https://unityrecovery.org/portfolios/community-place

-Article about Safe Haven
https://pittsburghfoundation.org/safe-haven

-PA 211
https://www.pa211.org

-Allegheny Link
1-866-730-2368

-500 in 500 Allegheny County
https://500in500.alleghenycounty.us

-Monroeville
https://www.findhelp.org/housing/short-term-housing--monroeville-pa

-Carnegie Library
https://carnegielibrary.libguides.com/socialservices/income-based-housing-assistance

-Pathways to Housing
https://pathwaystohousingpa.or

-Allegheny Co Housing
https://www.achsng.com/applyHCVP.asp

-Rehousing and Eviction prevention
https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/allegheny_county_homeless_preven.html

https://www.dot.state.pa.us/public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Fact%20Sheets/FS-HomelessID.pdf