Kathleen Gima

Toxic Stress in Children: What It Does and How to Mitigate It

Feeling stressed has become a more frequent expression as we are challenged more every day by the impact and implications of COVID-19. Stress is always present in our lives, and in…

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Kinship Stories of Hope

April is the National Month of Hope, something of which we are all in need during this difficult and unprecedented time. As such, ASCI employees share how they are remaining…

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Acts of Kindness During COVID-19

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ASCI Needs Your Input on Food Distribution!

Although community organizations everywhere are doing all they can to help our neighborhoods through this daunting time, there are still families unable to access needed assistance. As we work together…

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Instruction, Policy & Practice in the Evolving Field of Social Work

The ever-evolving field of social work is rooted in the historical context of its early pioneers’ philanthropic efforts. Since the first social work class offered at Columbia University in 1898, trained social…

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Crucial Info for Caseworkers Making Home Visits During COVID-19 Crisis

Please watch this very important informational video for social workers regarding safety during home visits during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Important Updates on COVID-19

Please visit the following sites for important updates on the evolving situation surrounding COVID-19/Coronavirus in our service areas. As soon as ASCI has more information for our kinship caregivers, birth…

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ASCI Exec Shares Important Legacy of BGLOs

Before the establishment of Black Greek-letter organizations (BGLOs) in the early 1900s, people of color were not able to participate in university clubs, committees or organizations in America. BGLOs gave…

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ASCI Kinship Navigator Celebrates 3 Years

From the Desk of Tara Skibiel, EVP of Child & Family Services The ASCI Kinship Navigator program is celebrating its three-year anniversary with Allegheny County! Kinship Navigation is foundational in…

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ASCI Announces Upcoming Webinars

First up: Busting the Apple Wide Open: The Naked Truth LEAN INTO A PROVOCATIVE CONVERSATION ON KINSHIP CARE by attending the first of 2020’s ASCI webinars. We’ve all heard, “The…

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