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Washington County assistance programs
Programs for utility bill assistance
Community Action Southwest is a local non-profit agency that offers a wide variety of energy programs. Some options include the Allegheny Power/Lipurp/Case Referral/LIURPWeatherization, Homeless Assistance Program (HAP), EFSP (Emergency Food and Shelter Program), and direct cash grants that provide assistance with utility bills. (724) 225-9550
Other non-profits, government programs, or financial assistance for utility bills includes:
- Dollar Energy Fund: 724-223-4500
- LIHEAP: 724-223-5246
- Washington County Assistance: 724-223-4300
- Community Action Southwest: 724-225-9550
Weatherization Programs
Homeowners can take advantage of a free program that will help them save up to hundreds of dollars per year on home heating costs and energy bills. ACTION Housing, Inc. runs the program for Washington County Pennsylvania families. The free program will weatherize low to moderate income homes. It works as follows. Each unit must receive a complete energy audit as the first step. After the audit it will be decided what type of improvements are needed to your home. The improvements made will reduce the amount of heat loss in your home. Some of the energy conserving measures conducted to your home include caulking, water conservation, attic and floor insulation and ventilation, crawl space and floor insulation, heating systems tune ups, inspection and incidental repairs. Other components include hot water tank insulation, door sweeps, packing in holes and cracks, caulking, replace broken glass, and replacing and replacing windows. Dial (724) 483-2399 to learn more.
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Primary health care
Receive free or discounted primary medical care and access to dental programs and cleanings through family practice doctors, dentists and other providers. Doctors and medical professionals can provide primary medical care to patients of all income levels. If someone is too poor, or has limited health insurance or no insurance, fees will be based on a sliding scale that is determined by what someone can afford to pay. (724) 947-2255.
Prescription and medical assistance
Other clinics, non-profits, or programs that can provide prescription medications or health care in Washington Pennsylvania include.
- Cornerstone Care: 724-947-2255
- Catholic Charities: 412-456-6911
- FamilyWize: www.familywize.org
- Crossing the Jordan: 724-222-7159
- The Caring Network: 724-884-0290
Washington County food banks/pantry
Receive free food and groceries from the Greater Washington County Food Bank. The organization provides food for the hungry and needy of Washington County. (724) 229-8175
Other places to turn to for free food, groceries, and possibly non-financial support like clothes, meals, diapers, and furniture include:
- Washington Christian Outreach: 724-222-0750
- Soup Kitchen-City Mission: 724-222-8530
- Great Food For All: 724-223-8404
- Public Welfare: 724-223-4300. Also click here for information on such programs as food stamps and SNAP.
Free legal aid
The Legal Aid Society SW PA helps low income, elderly, and disabled. It provides Washington County clients with free legal assistance on civil cases that involve landlord/tenant, foreclosures, divorce, support, abuse, custody, welfare problems, visitation, SSI, SSD, government programs, unemployment compensation, consumer debt problems, bankruptcy, and insurance issues. Read more on the programs, or dial (724) 225-6170 for legal help.
Housing and Rent Programs
Many families are facing an eviction, or losing their home to foreclosure. Community Action Southwest ((724) 225-9550) has several housing programs to provide rent and foreclosure/mortgage help. Counselors will work with you to provide Budget/Credit Counseling, Mortgage Default Assistance, and information on the Pennsylvania HEMAP (Homeowners Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program).
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Short term emergency and crisis grants
A local charity organization, the Washington County Salvation Army, provides assistance in the form of emergency social services, emergency food pantry, disaster assistance, rent and housing programs, a friendly visitor program, spiritual counseling, funds for paying electric bills, youth music programs, prescription drug assistance, Traveler’s Aid, and winter coats and money for fuel. Call the agency at (724) 225-5740.
Credit counseling, debt reduction, and foreclosure prevention
The following non-profit agencies can help people who need assistance paying off credit card or medical debts, or who may be considering bankruptcy. You can meet with a credit counselor to discuss options. In addition, these locations may have on staff housing counselors who can provide foreclosure prevention tactics. They can also provide extensive information on various government and lender mortgage assistance programs, such as options from Bank of America as well as the federal government loan modification programs.
- Community Action Southwest: 724-225-9550
- Consumer Credit Counseling: 1-888-511-2227
- SW PA Legal Aid Society: 724-225-6170
- Washington County Assistance: 724-223-4300
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