Pediatric Healthcare Associates

11/12/2025

RSV season is here and Pediatric Healthcare would like help protect your infant. Please considering getting your baby Beyfortus, a one time RSV antibody injection.
Beyfortus is recommended for:
1. Infants age 8 months or younger, unless the mother received the RSV vaccine at least 2 weeks before delivery
2. High risk infants ages 8-19 months who meet certain criteria

RSV, short for respiratory syncytial virus (or as one dad calls it, the "Really Stinky Virus"), spreads easily through coughs, sneezes and surfaces. It puts ...

11/11/2025

Mental health matters!
If you are concerned your child may be struggling with depression or anxiety, please call for an appointment with one of our compassionate providers for an evaluation and guidance.

Anxiety and depression are on the rise in kids as young as 3 years old. Today, kids and teens are dealing with stressors that most parents never imagined. Over the past few years, they’ve had to adjust to ever-changing routines and expectations at home, at school and in their in-person and online interactions. It has become even more important for parents to be aware of their children’s internal struggles and know how to get help. Here are some tips for you to encourage mental well-being on World Mental Health Day. Learn more: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Pages/How-to-Talk-with-Your-Child-and-Their-Pediatrician-About-Mental-Health-Concerns.aspx

11/05/2025

We understand times are difficult for some and would like to provide helpful resources to our patients and families. Also, don't forget to talk to a staff member at the office who also may be able to guide you in the right direction.

Food Bank resources for Blair County:

BLAIR COUNTY
28th Street Church of the Brethren
2800 Union Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 814-946-0098
Monday-Friday 8:30am-noon (by appointment only; call to schedule)
May require ID proof of residency in Blair County

Abundant Life Assembly of God
231 Howard Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-6650
Please call for information/eligibility requirements

Altoona Food Bank
2318 N. Branch Avenue
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 942-8415
Offers up to 3 days’ supply of emergency food; residents of Blair Country may access up to 12 times in 12 month period
Every Thursday from 9am-10:30am
Second Thursday of every month from 5:30pm-7pm
Appointment and ID required

Altoona Food for Families/Family Kitchen
2201 Union Ave.
Altoona, PA
814-944-6302
Lunch Time meal Monday – Friday 11:30am-12:30pm

American Rescue Workers Hollidaysburg Office
811 Scotch Valley Road
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 814-695-0762
Business Hours M-F 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm
Call to make an appointment.
Eligibility: Residents of Hollidaysburg, Duncansville, Newry, Martinsburg, Roaring Spring, East Freedom and Williamsburg. Current utility bill. Must meet income and residency guidelines. Need to provide a current gas or electric bill that verifies the address. Can receive food from the pantry once a month.

Catholic Charities
1300 12th Ave.
Altoona, PA
814-944-9388
Call for more information

Center City Church
1220 12th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
814-201-2454
Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:15am-Noon
Call for more information

Claysburg Area Food Bank Claysburg Church of the Brethren
577 South Bedford Street
Claysburg, PA 16625
814-239-2440
Thursday 9:00am-1130am; Drive-up service Residents of Newry, East Freedom, Roaring Spring, Claysburg, and Kimmel Twp.

Community Baptist Church
1420 4th Street, Altoona, PA 16601
814-312-0777
Food Give-a-way Tuesdays 4PM-6PM
Wednesday Evening Meal @ 6PM
Eligibility: None

Faith Baptist Church
315 40th St.
Altoona, PA
814-944-2894
Food pantry will be held on Friday 11/7/25 and Tuesday 11/15/25

Fathers House & Fathers Table Food Bank
1520 11th Street
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 381-7019
Hot meals provided to go the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month from 5pm-5:45pm
No eligibility requirements
1 meal per person

First Baptist Church - Reapers Food Ministry
1209 17th Street
Altoona, PA 16601
814-943-8162
2nd and 4th Thursday of every month – call for availability

The Hope Center Client-choice Food Pantry
421 Main St.
Bellwood, PA
814-931-8965
Open designated Saturdays of each month 9:30am-11:30am – Dates are announced on the Hope Center page and posted on the door

Juniata United Methodist Church-Mustard Seed Ministry
808 N.4th Street, Altoona, PA 16601
814-942-6065
Monday thru Thursday 9:00- 3:00PM
Call for more information

Martinsburg Food Pantry Old Borough Building
133 East Allegheny Street
Martinsburg, PA 16662 814-793-3958
1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 10am-Noon

Nehemiah Project
1809 11th Street
Altoona, PA 16601 (814) 201-2096
Lunch served from 12:30 - 1:30
****Was designed for children but will not turn anyone away

Roaring Spring Ministerium Food Pantry
401 E Main St
Roaring Spring, PA
814-224-2434
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Please call for more information

Sacred Heart Food Pantry
2009 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602
814-943-4529
Wednesdays from 10am-2pm

Salvation Army — Altoona Worship & Service Center
1813 Sixth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-8104
Sunday - 2:15 - 3:00 PM Soup Kitchen (Pick-up Only), Served the second and last Sunday of the month.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Food Pantry/Utility Assistance (By Appointment)

Second Avenue United Methodist Church
130 2nd Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 943-2072
Last Friday of each month, starting at 11:00am until supply runs out

St. Luke's Episcopal Church
806 13th Street
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-1372
Last Thursday of the month 2:00-5:30PM, leave message which will be returned. Photo ID an address verification are required. Birth certificates for those under 18. Drive up service

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Roaring Spring Food Pantry
402 East Mail Street, Roaring Spring, PA 16673
814-931-2487
Thursdays 1:00 to 3:00. Entrance on Girard Street (large gray building)
Eligibility: Must reside in Roaring Spring

St. James Evangelical Church
1407 8th Ave.
Altoona, PA
814-944-6835
Monthly Community lunch – next date is 11/12/25 at noon

St. Vincent DePaul Assumption Chapel
Food Pantry
1523 Adams Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 943-7962
By appointment only, call to schedule, to go containers only
Eligibility: Residents must live in Altoona, Bellwood, Antis Township with zip codes 16602, 16602. 16603 or 16617. Photo ID required.

Tyrone Area Food Bank
Wesley United Methodist Church
1200 Logan Avenue
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 934-7672
Thursdays from 9am-10:30am and 5:30pm-7:30pm the 2nd Thursday evening each month
Eligibility: Must reside in Tyrone or Bellwood-Antis school districts. Photo ID required

Williamsburg Food Pantry
217 Plum St.
Williamsburg, PA
814-832-3329
Located at Zion Lutheran Church
Open the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. Food orders can be picked up between 1pm-3pm
Backpacks for children and youth in school are available for guardians to receive during the school year. The food bank is also opened the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 3pm-4pm for children and youth to receive bags of food.

10/31/2025

happy halloween from your PHCA providers!🎃

10/24/2025

We love a chance to support our patient's treatment journeys! 🤍🍕

10/16/2025

With RSV season approaching as well, call if you are interested in getting your child (newborn to 8 months) the RSV injection.

Please contact your insurance to make sure the cost of the injection will be covered so you are not faced with any charges.

**The codes to provide to your insurance company are 90380 and 90381 if asked**

10/16/2025

Don't forget to schedule your kiddos flu shot in our clinics this month! 😊 See below for details...

For the month of October at the ALTOONA OFFICE ONLY and BY APPOINTMENT ONLY we will be having flu clinics at the following times:
Evening hours: Tuesday and Wednesday weekly from 5-5:45pm
Daylight hours: M-F 9am-11:30am and 1-2:30pm
Call if you'd like to schedule your family 😊

09/20/2025

PHCA Altoona's pediatric care ensures your child's well-being with excellent support staff monitoring your infant's health. PHCA Altoona's pediatricians pride themselves in providing the best pediatric care.

07/04/2025

PHCA Altoona's pediatric staff ensures your kid gets all the necessary support they want. Our Caregivers make sure your child is in their best phase of life.

07/04/2025

Pediatric support is essential for Kids growth. PHCA Altoona's excellent pediatric staff can get your child the support they need.

06/20/2025

Trust our board-certified pediatricians for compassionate, high-quality care tailored to your child’s needs. From well visits to urgent concerns, we’re here for you every step of the way.

06/20/2025

At PHCA Altoona, We offer lactation support to mothers. We understand the importance of pediatric care and thus provide personalised consultations so that both moher and the child feels comfortable and happy.