How to apply for Forest County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Who it's for

Forest County emergency aid: (1) Forest CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (814-755-3537); (2) Forest AAA for senior-specific case management (814-265-1551); (3) Forest hospital safety net (814-755-3531); (4) ATA NCPA + Crawford CATA Connections — Rural Shared Ride for transportation (814-371-1400); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie (covers NCPA) or Diocese of Scranton (covers Susquehanna PA Northern Tier); (6) Central Pennsylvania Food Bank or Second Harvest NW PA Food Bank; (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of all household income
• Proof of Forest County residency
• Photo identification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Forest 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 forest 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