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How to apply for Wharton County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Wharton County Commissioners Court — coordinates emergency aid through CEAP subrecipient, H-GAC AAA, county health/social services, and faith-based partners

Who it's for

Wharton County's emergency aid framework operates through referral coordination: (1) Economic Action Committee of the Gulf Coast (EACGC) for CEAP utility assistance (979-244-2887); (2) H-GAC AAA for senior services (713-627-3200); (3) Wharton County CIHCP for healthcare (979-532-3771); (4) United Way Greater Houston / 211 for general referrals; (5) faith-based partners (Catholic Charities, Salvation Army, local churches).

Wharton County referral-coordination model.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+ for senior pathway
Proof of all household income
Proof of Wharton County residency
Photo identification
For specific assistance: documentation of need

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 211

Renewals

appropriations-limited at referral partners

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