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Welcome to the Department of Public Welfare
Our mission is to promote, improve and sustain the quality of family life; break the cycle of dependency; promote respect for employees; protect and serve Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens; and manage our resources effectively.
Our website features information to help families and individuals find the resources they need to live healthier, happier lives; as well as offering providers valuable information to help them in their day to day activities providing care and services for Pennsylvanians.
Please feel free to contact us to learn more.
Open Government
To help you better understand how the Department of Public Welfare spends taxpayer money click here for a wide variety of financial and program information surrounding the department’s day-to-day activities.
- Department of Public Welfare Proposes New Asset Test Limits for SNAP - Sets Responsible Levels to Preserve the SNAP Program
- DPW Releases Nation's Most Comprehensive Autism Needs Assessment
- Department of Public Welfare to Consolidate Financial Management Services under Medicaid Home- and Community-Based Waivers
- Department of Public Welfare Awards Grants to Help Prevent Child Abuse, Neglect
