How to apply for Carbon County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

Carbon County emergency aid: (1) Carbon CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (610-577-9020); (2) Carbon AAA for senior-specific case management (610-824-7830); (3) Carbon hospital safety net (484-526-4000); (4) Carbon Transit (LANta) for transportation (888-253-8333); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Allentown (covers Lehigh + Northampton + Carbon + Berks + Schuylkill); (6) Second Harvest Food Bank of Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania (regional food bank serving 6 counties); (7) Dollar Energy Fund (PA-specific utility crisis nonprofit since 1983). Dial 211 (211 NEPA) for general referrals.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of all household income
• Proof of Carbon County residency
• Photo identification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Carbon 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 Carbon 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