Benefits · Emergency Aid
How to apply for Clarion County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
Clarion County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
Who it's for
Clarion County emergency aid: (1) Clarion CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (814-226-9410); (2) Clarion AAA for senior-specific case management (814-226-4640); (3) Clarion hospital safety net (814-226-9500); (4) Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA, Clarion service) for transportation (814-371-1400); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie (covers NCPA counties — Clarion + Jefferson + Clearfield + Forest + Elk + Cameron) or Diocese of Pittsburgh (Greene/Fayette/Indiana/Somerset); (6) Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank or Second Harvest NW PA; (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.
Clarion: referral-coordination model.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Clarion County residency
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 211
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Clarion 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 clarion county 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
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