How to apply for Jefferson County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination in Pennsylvania
Jefferson County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
Who it's for
Jefferson County emergency aid: (1) Jefferson CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (814-938-2990); (2) Jefferson AAA for senior-specific case management (814-849-3096); (3) Jefferson hospital safety net (814-849-2312); (4) Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) for transportation (1-866-282-4968); (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.
Jefferson: referral-coordination model.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Jefferson County residency
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 814-849-3096
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Emergency AidJefferson County Assistance Office (CAO) — LIHEAP Energy Assistance Delivery (Jefferson County)Jefferson County Assistance Office (CAO), part of Pennsylvania DHS — administers PA LIHEAP and other public assistance programs for Jefferson County residents
- Emergency AidPennsylvania LIHEAP — Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Cash + Crisis + Weatherization)Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Income Maintenance — administers PA LIHEAP through county Assistance Offices (CAOs); seasonal program
- EmploymentSenior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)U.S. Department of Labor / Employment and Training Administration
- Income SupportSupplemental Security Income (SSI)Social Security Administration
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Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.