On Sunday, February 19th, staff from the PA CareerLink® Fayette County participated in TEAM IAN CHARITIES, "Turtle Bowl" to raise funds to "Help Others Run Their Race." TEAM IAN CHARITIES Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization was established in memory of Ian Paul...
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On March 7, 2025, the Pre-K Counts team at the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. proudly hosted its Annual Registration Day, a pivotal event for families with children aged 3 to 5 years interested in our exceptional program. This was a fantastic...
On March 13, 2025, HS/EHS of Fayette County hosted our annual Registration Day event at the HS/EHS centers in Fayette County. The event was open to pregnant women and families with children ages birth – 5 that were interested in learning more about the Head...
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PIC is excited to announce its DADS MATTER Project launch in Fayette, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties on July 1, 2016!
DADS MATTER is a responsible fatherhood program designed to support DADS in resolving barriers that impact their abilities to be actively involved with their children. The program will meet the goals of improved family dynamics, increased DAD and child well-being, increased economic stability and mobility, and reduced recidivism among reentering DADS from the justice system. PIC will serve 1,060 DADS over the next 5 years.
Target populations include:
An Individualized Education Employment Plan (IEEP) will be developed by each DAD with the assistance and continuous support of the DADS MATTER Team. This approach will connect DADS to services and activities which are evidence-based models that will result in direct benefits to their children, improve the status of DADS both economically & socially and offer DADS other supportive services. The supportive services to be offered by community partners include: substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, domestic violence services, and other ancillary supports.
PIC’s retention plan for DADS includes the use of stipends, incentives, certificates, and recognition of progress. Numerous strategies will be utilized to keep DADS engaged and motivated.
PIC’s past experience as a Responsible Fatherhood Grantee, knowledge and expertise from collaborative partners, and strong presence in the community for more than 32 years are key elements for the success of this DADS MATTER Project!
For more information please call our DADS MATTER team in Greensburg at 724-836-2600.
724-836-2600