PA DHS - Emergency Assistance / TANF

Housing & Financial · Pennsylvania · Free

Administers cash assistance and emergency programs for Pennsylvania families including fathers who have custody of their children. TANF provides short-term cash assistance while families work toward self-sufficiency. Emergency Assistance provides one-time help to prevent eviction or utility shutoff. Apply through the COMPASS portal at compass.state.pa.us or at your local County Assistance Office. Income eligibility and work requirements apply.

Contact & Details

Address: 625 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA 17120

Phone: 1-800-692-7462

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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