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.
To report welfare fraud call 1-800-932-0582. View hot line data here
News and Multimedia
DPW Initiatives
Facility Advisories
Governor's Initiatives
- Department of Public Welfare Saves Taxpayers $3.5 Million by Cross-Checking Federal and State Benefits
- Department of Public Welfare Launches Easier Way for Low-Income Residents to Apply for Home Heating Bill Assistance
- Department of Public Welfare Releases Statement on Co-payment Initiative
- Corbett Administration Receives Enthusiastic Response to Innovative Human Services Block Grant Program; Announces Selected Counties
- Department of Public Welfare Releases Statement on Co-payment Initiative