How to apply for Erie County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Who it's for

Erie County emergency aid: (1) Erie County Job and Family Services for Ohio Works First (TANF), Disability Financial Assistance, Emergency Assistance, and Ohio Medicaid; (2) Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP) for HEAP/PIPP+/Winter Crisis utility help; (3) Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio for senior case management, Title III meals, and PASSPORT enrollment (1-800-472-7277 / 800-472-7277); (4) the county hospital FAP + Ohio HCAP for healthcare safety-net; (5) Catholic Charities / Salvation Army / St. Vincent de Paul; (6) regional food bank; (7) Ohio 2-1-1 for general referrals.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of all household income
• Proof of Erie County / Ohio residency
• Photo identification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Erie County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 60+, proof of all household income, proof of erie county / ohio residency — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

as-needed