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Northumberland County Pennsylvania assistance programs
This resource provides information about available assistance programs and support services for individuals and families in need of financial help and emergency aid.
Get help for utility and heating bills, rent, and mortgage assistance
Housing assistance programs help families and individuals avoid eviction, find affordable housing, and maintain stable living situations. Services may include:
• Emergency rent payment assistance • Security deposit help for new housing • Mortgage payment assistance and foreclosure prevention • Transitional housing programs • Housing counseling and case management • Utility assistance to prevent service disconnection
Contact local social services, community action agencies, or housing authorities for program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency assistance
This section provides information about emergency assistance programs and services available in your community. These resources are designed to help individuals and families meet their basic needs and work toward long-term stability.
Services may include emergency assistance, case management, referrals to other programs, and ongoing support to address underlying challenges. Contact local agencies directly to learn about specific eligibility requirements, application processes, and available services.
Many programs operate through partnerships between government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to provide comprehensive support.
Referrals for rent and mortgage help
Housing assistance programs help families and individuals avoid eviction, find affordable housing, and maintain stable living situations. Services may include:
• Emergency rent payment assistance • Security deposit help for new housing • Mortgage payment assistance and foreclosure prevention • Transitional housing programs • Housing counseling and case management • Utility assistance to prevent service disconnection
Contact local social services, community action agencies, or housing authorities for program details and eligibility requirements.
Free legal advice and representation
This section provides information about free legal advice and representation programs and services available in your community. These resources are designed to help individuals and families meet their basic needs and work toward long-term stability.
Services may include emergency assistance, case management, referrals to other programs, and ongoing support to address underlying challenges. Contact local agencies directly to learn about specific eligibility requirements, application processes, and available services.
Many programs operate through partnerships between government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to provide comprehensive support.
Food aid, household products, and clothing
Food assistance programs ensure that individuals and families have access to nutritious meals and groceries. Services include:
• Food pantries and mobile food distributions • Hot meal programs and soup kitchens • SNAP (food stamps) application assistance • WIC programs for women, infants, and children • School backpack and summer meal programs • Senior food programs and home-delivered meals • Holiday meal programs and food baskets
Most programs have no income requirements and welcome anyone in need of food assistance.
Health and medical care, and clinics
Healthcare assistance programs provide medical care and insurance support for low-income individuals and families. Available services include:
• Free and low-cost medical clinics • Prescription medication assistance programs • Dental care services and clinics • Health insurance enrollment assistance (Medicaid, CHIP) • Mental health counseling and support • Specialty care referrals and transportation • Medical bill assistance and payment plans
Many programs serve uninsured and underinsured individuals regardless of immigration status.
Assistance for paying energy bills
This section provides information about assistance for paying energy bills programs and services available in your community. These resources are designed to help individuals and families meet their basic needs and work toward long-term stability.
Services may include emergency assistance, case management, referrals to other programs, and ongoing support to address underlying challenges. Contact local agencies directly to learn about specific eligibility requirements, application processes, and available services.
Many programs operate through partnerships between government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to provide comprehensive support.
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