Benefits · Emergency Aid
How to apply for Montour County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
Montour County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
Who it's for
Montour County emergency aid: (1) Montour CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (570-275-7400); (2) Montour AAA for senior-specific case management (570-784-4036); (3) Montour hospital safety net (570-271-6211); (4) rabbittransit + Geisinger Shuttle for transportation (570-784-7825); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg or Diocese of Scranton (depending on county); (6) Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (27-county central PA regional food bank); (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.
Montour: referral-coordination model. Central PA Food Bank + Catholic Charities Harrisburg/Scranton + Dollar Energy Fund.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Montour 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 Montour 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 montour 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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