How to apply for Blair County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination in Pennsylvania
Blair County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
Who it's for
Blair County emergency aid: (1) Blair CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (1-866-812-3341); (2) Blair AAA for senior-specific case management (814-946-1235); (3) Blair hospital safety net (814-889-2011); (4) Amtran (Altoona Metro Transit) for transportation (814-944-4074); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown; (6) Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (27-county central PA regional food bank); (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.
Blair: referral-coordination model. Central PA Food Bank + Catholic Charities (Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown) + Dollar Energy Fund.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of all household income
- Proof of Blair 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 Blair 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 Blair 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
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.