Benefits · Emergency Aid
How to apply for York County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
York County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
Who it's for
York County emergency aid: (1) York CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (717-771-1100); (2) York AAA for senior-specific case management (717-771-9610); (3) York hospital safety net (717-851-2345); (4) rabbittransit + Shared Ride for transportation (717-846-7433); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg (covers Dauphin + Cumberland + Lebanon + York + Lancaster + Adams + Franklin + Mifflin + Northumberland + Perry + Snyder + Union — 15-county footprint); (6) Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (regional food bank serving 27 counties — among the largest in PA); (7) Dollar Energy Fund (PA-specific utility crisis nonprofit). Dial 211 (211 South Central PA) for general referrals.
York: referral-coordination model. Catholic Charities Diocese of Harrisburg + Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (27-county) are the regional anchors.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of York 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 York 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 york 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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