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

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

Who it's for

Columbia County emergency aid: (1) Columbia CAO for Cash Assistance / Emergency LIHEAP / Medicaid (570-387-4200); (2) Columbia AAA for senior-specific case management (570-784-9272); (3) Columbia hospital safety net (570-387-2100); (4) rabbittransit for transportation (1-800-632-9063); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg; (6) Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (27-county central PA regional food bank); (7) Dollar Energy Fund. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Columbia: referral-coordination model. Central PA Food Bank + Catholic Charities (Diocese of Harrisburg) + 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.

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What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+
  • Proof of all household income
  • Proof of Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.