Benefits · Emergency Aid
How to apply for Perry County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
Perry County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
Who it's for
Perry County emergency aid: (1) Perry CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (717-582-2127); (2) Perry AAA for senior-specific case management (717-582-5128); (3) Perry hospital safety net (717-763-2100); (4) rabbittransit (Perry County service) for transportation (717-846-7433); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg (15-county footprint includes Adams + Franklin + Perry + Juniata + Mifflin + Huntingdon + Bedford); (6) Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (27-county central PA regional food bank); (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.
Perry: referral-coordination model. Catholic Charities Diocese of Harrisburg + Central PA Food Bank.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Perry 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 Perry 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 perry 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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