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How to apply for Susquehanna County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Susquehanna County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework

Who it's for

Susquehanna County emergency aid: (1) Susquehanna CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (570-278-9100); (2) Susquehanna AAA for senior-specific case management (570-265-9418); (3) Susquehanna hospital safety net (570-278-3801); (4) Endless Mountain Transit Authority (EMTA) for transportation (570-265-1874); (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.

Susquehanna: referral-coordination model.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna 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 susquehanna county residencyis 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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