Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices - Emergency Shelter Allowance (ESA)

2236 Highland Road, Hermitage, PA 16148

Eligibility

Pennsylvania residents who meet all income, resource, and non-financial guidelines. Individuals/families must either be currently receiving or apply for other benefits (Medicaid, SNAP, TANF) through the Department of Human Services. Individuals not currently receiving benefits are required to apply, and may do so via the eligibility website, mobile app, or in-person at the local County Assistance Office.

Hours

Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.

(724) 983-5000

Voice

https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Emergency-Shelter-Allowance.aspx

Application process

Contact the County Assistance Office by phone or visit in person.

Fees

Service provided free of charge.

Service area

Allegheny, PA
Armstrong, PA
Beaver, PA
Butler, PA
Cambria, PA
Fayette, PA
Greene, PA
Indiana, PA
Lawrence, PA
Mercer, PA
Somerset, PA
Washington, PA
Westmoreland, PA

Description

Provides an Emergency Shelter Allowance (ESA) to help individuals/families who are experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming unhoused, to: Stop eviction or foreclosure Find a long-term place to live Find a short-term place to stay

What's Here

Mortgage Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance

Providing organization

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices

Provides administrative oversight, assistance with applications, and other information for individuals and families receiving or applying for various public assistance programs.