Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Northwestern County Assistance Offices - Burial and Cremation Services Payment
145 Race Street, Ridgway, PA 15853
Eligibility
Pennsylvania residents who:
* Received Supplemental Security Income or SSI
* Were receiving cash benefits from the Department of Human Services
prior to death
* Were found eligible for cash assistance prior to death (but had
not yet received payment)
* Residents of nursing homes who received SSI or nursing home care
payments prior to Jan. 1, 1973, continuously to the present
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm
Application process
Call for details.
Fees
Call for details.
Service area
Cameron, PA
Clarion, PA
Clearfield, PA
Crawford, PA
Elk, PA
Erie, PA
Forest, PA
Jefferson, PA
McKean, PA
Potter, PA
Venango, PA
Warren, PA
Description
Provides payment toward the cost of burial or cremation of the remains of eligible individuals. Payment is made directly to the funeral director.
What's Here
Providing organization
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Northwestern County Assistance Offices
Aims to improve the quality of life for Pennsylvanians by providing services and support to vulnerable individuals and families, promoting independence, and ensuring accountability for taxpayer resources.