If you are experiencing difficulties making your rental or utility payments there are a number of non-profit organizations that offer assistance. Listed below are some of the ones we know with their contact information. Many get funds at different times and do run out. Therefore, you can expect that you may have to contact numerous agencies before being able to receive assistance. The internet is also a valuable tool in locating other assistance programs.
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1-877-428-8844
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency’s housing search tool helps people search for housing by topics such as rent amount, area of interest, accessibility, or availability of public transportation.
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The HCV program is the federal government’s major program that assists very low-income families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities with obtaining decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private housing market. Pennsylvania’s list of PHAs and contact information can be found at the above link.
https://www.hud.gov/states/pennsylvania/renting/hawebsites
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PA 2-1-1 is a free resource and information hub that can connect you with customized health, housing, and human services information. By calling 211, you can receive information related to food, housing, employment, health care, along with a variety of other services. PA 2-1-1 also provides a 24/7 confidential phone service and website.