How to apply for Erie County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Who it's for

Erie County emergency aid: (1) Erie CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (814-877-1111); (2) Erie AAA for senior-specific case management (814-451-6620); (3) Erie hospital safety net (814-877-6000); (4) EMTA (Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority — 'the e') for transportation (814-452-3515); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie (covers all 13 NW PA counties — Erie, Crawford, Warren, Mercer, Venango, Clarion, Forest, McKean, Elk, Cameron, Jefferson, Clearfield, and parts of Centre); (6) Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA (regional food bank for 11 NW PA counties); (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of all household income
• Proof of Erie County 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 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