Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Northwestern County Assistance Offices - Emergency Shelter Allowance (ESA)
1316 Holland Street, Erie, PA 16512
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.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
(814) 461-2000
Voice
Languages
Translation service available
Application process
Contact the County Assistance Office by phone or walk in.
Fees
No fees apply
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
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
Providing organization
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Northwestern County Assistance Offices
Provides services and support to vulnerable individuals and families, promoting independence, and ensuring accountability for taxpayer resources.