Franklin County Government - MH/IDD/EI
Assists with the transition from homeless through the PATH program. Provides rental assistance. Offers security deposit. Assists with a one-time back rent payment if no more than one month's rent is owed.
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Physical Address
425 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202
Hours
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm PA 2-1-1 Hotline: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Voice
Application process
Dial 2-1-1: Individuals/families must have a referral sent by a housing specialist to receive these services. Once a referral is received, a call, within (3) business working days, will be placed directly to the individual to follow up on the current information and determine if the individual meets the eligibility for services. At that point, an intake appointment is scheduled with the individual. Individuals will need proof of income for the household, documentation of serious mental illness, amounts of monthly bills, and eviction notice or lease if seeking security deposit assistance.
Fee
Services free of charge
Eligibility
A) Diagnosed with serious mental illness and can provide documentation B) Must have income that proves that the individual can sustain the desired living situation for at least 90 days C) Is currently homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness
Service area
Franklin, PA
Agency info
Franklin County Government
Franklin County is governed by a board of three county commissioners elected every four years by the citizens who live here. The Board of Commissioners oversees the entire operation of the county and represents the best interests of the citizens. County commissioners also oversee the the core functions of the county government such as fiscal operations, human resources, taxes, voting, emergency services, planning, and information technology. Other officials are also elected to perform certain functions: the Controller, the Treasurer, and the Recorder of Deeds. Under the direction of these officers, the county maintains important legal records such as real estate deeds, licenses and permits, and financial records.