COTRAIC Head Start - Dorseyville

COTRAIC Head Start - Dorseyville, located at 120 Charles Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a school that promotes the socio-economic development of the Native American community and others facing economic difficulties in the Greater Pittsburgh area. They offer training, job placement, and counseling for Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiians 18 years and older.

The institution provides comprehensive child development and family support services to low-income pregnant women and families with children up to three years old. As a lead agency provider of Head Start and PreK Counts, they offer tuition-free preschool education for children from age three until kindergarten entry age.

COTRAIC also supports the needs of families in the Hazelwood community and surrounding neighborhoods, with certified staff focusing on child development and connecting families with necessary resources. The Elders Program assists with applying for services such as housing, medical benefits, and social security, while the Singing Winds Food Pantry serves low-income individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Allegheny County.

The institution recognizes the enduring relationship between Indigenous Peoples and their traditional territories, offering native speakers knowledgeable in various aspects of history and culture to share their wisdom. They host an annual family-friendly event showcasing Native American heritage through dancing, food, arts, and crafts. For more information, contact COTRAIC Head Start - Dorseyville at 412-782-4457.