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COVID-19 Update to Services (June 4, 2021)

June 4, 2021

If you or someone you know is having trouble with alcohol or other drugs, help is available. Call the POWER Line at 412-243-8755. POWER House, our 26-bed residential treatment program in Swissvale, continues to operate and accept new clients. POWER House reviews and adjusts their specific procedures and protocols as needed, keeping the staff and clients apprised. Fully vaccinated clients and staff are no longer required to wear masks in the House. All Intake screenings

Make the Connection with Saige Gracie

June 9, 2021

Approximately 2 ½ years ago, a Therapist with a distinctive name walked through the doors of POWER. Saige Gracie arrived with experience, knowledge, and a desire to make a difference in the world.

RFP: Capital Campaign Consultant

June 1, 2021

POWER is seeking submissions from fundraising consultants interested in managing a Capital Campaign to raise capital funds for the renovation of a former school building and the creation of a POWER Campus. POWER is a non-profit organization located in Pittsburgh whose mission is to help women reclaim their lives from addiction and related emotional health issues, and to improve the well-being of future generations. This year, POWER will purchase the former Word of God Elementary

Mental Health Disorders

May 6, 2021

Mental health disorders affect people from all walks of life and all age groups. Fortunately, there are tools that can help improve your mental health. You can learn to manage anger and frustration, recognize when trauma may be affecting your mental health, challenge negative thinking patterns, and make time to take care of yourself. Mental illnesses involve changes in thinking, mood, and/or behavior and can affect how we relate to others and make choices. Throughout the

Make the Connection with Cheryl “CC” Werber

April 8, 2021

Small in stature, but by no means small in her contributions to the growth of the POWER organization, she has witnessed the continuing and progressive evolution of the recovery facility.

Another Chance at Recovery

March 24, 2021

Mentor Lisa Childers never gave up on her client or the promise of recovery.

Coping Concerns: examining your relationship with substances

March 19, 2021

Over 1 year into the pandemic, what got you through the early weeks may no longer be serving you. Join the Center for Women and POWER for a free online event on Friday, April 2 at noon to learn more about the signs that your relationship with substances may be putting you, your family, or your job at risk, and understand the next steps you can take to access support. Click here to register

#StopAsianHate

March 18, 2021

Today, we reach out to show support for another community suffering from their own unique trauma. The circumstances may be different, but they are symptoms of the same disease that is White Supremacy. And the need actively work to dismantle racism remains the same.

Make the Connection with CFO Keith C. Gardner

March 11, 2021

The new CFO takes on the challenge of working in a predominantly woman’s world.

Anyone can call the POWER Line, including women or men who are struggling with substance use and those concerned about a loved one.

Call 412-243-8755