Indiana County
Services Directory
Always feel free to call the organization you are interested in or Laurel Legal Services for any additional help.
Sections-
- Budgeting and Debt
- Children, Families, and Parenting
- Counseling/Mental Health
- Crisis
- Disability
- Disaster/Emergency Services
- Domestic Violence
- Education/Employment
- Food and Nutrition
- Health Care
- Housing
- Prescription Drug Assistance
- Senior Services
- Substance Abuse Contact Numbers
- Thrift Stores
- Transportation
- Unemployment
- Veterans' Services
- Voting
Budgeting and Debt:
- Consumer Credit Counseling of Western Pennsylvania2403 Sidney Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
1-888-511-2227 (CCCS)
- Family budgeting and money management advice, debt and credit counseling
- Family Savings Account ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Designed to help people with low incomes establish and maintain a savings account for the purchase of a home, home repair, financing a small business, or higher education
- Must save a minimum of $10 per week in a restricted savings account to be eligible for a 100% matching grant of up to $1000 a year
Children, Families and Parenting:
- ARIN Intermediate Unit 282895 West Pike
Indiana, PA 157001
724-463-5300
www.iu28.org- Specialized programs to help parents understand child development and prepare children for school, to assist pregnant and parenting teens, and to provide drug and alcohol prevention education
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Indiana County918 Oakland Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-3377
www.bbbsa.org- Services to foster caring, competence and confidence through emotional, social, cultural, and educational support for children age 6 to 16
- Support is primarily a one-to-one relationship between a child and an adult volunteer through frequent and regular interaction
- All adult volunteers must complete child abuse and criminal background checks
- Boy Scouts of AmericaPO Box 402
Penn's Woods Council
Penn Run, PA 15765
814-288-0162
www.pwcbsa.org- Fun and adventurous activities to develop citizenship, leadership, service, and character
- Center for Family Life125 North 5th Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-8595
724-463-1900 Parent Aid Line (PAL)
www.centerforfamilylife.com- Provides parenting education, information, and support to encourage healthy family relationships
- In-Home Parent Training provides individualized, "hands-on" coaching to teach parents about proper childcare
- Parenting Education Classes provide information about discipline, nurturing, appropriate child expectations, and other topics in weekly sessions for 8-12 weeks
- Support Groups provide opportunities for parents to learn from their peers, establish friendships, and solve problems constructively; Specialized groups for incarcerated parents, adoptive parents, homeless parents, divorced parents, and fathers only are also available
- Supervised Visitation provides an opportunity for safe interaction between children and non-custodial parents under the supervision of a parent educator
- Parent Aid Line during business hours to assist parents through stressful non-emergency situations
- Child Care Information Services of Indiana County1055 Oak Street, Suite A
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-8830
www.childcareinfoservice.org- Helps parents locate child day care facilities through information and referral
- Determines eligibility for subsidized child day care and assists eligible families in paying child care costs
- Girl Scouts of AmericaIndiana County Service Center
Talus Rock Council
The Atrium - Lower Level
554 Philadelphia Street, Suite 303
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-3421
www.talusrockpa.org- Fun activities and service projects to develop confidence, determination, character, and patriotism in girls
- Indiana County Domestic RelationsIndiana County Courthouse
2nd Floor
825 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-3940
www.childsupport.state.pa.us- Assists with filing for Child Support, Spousal Support, and establishment of paternity
- Lifesteps of Indiana County1618 Warren Road
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-1122
www.lifesteps.net- Serves individuals and families with life's changing needs through testing, evaluation and therapy programs, support groups, information, referral and advocacy
- "Child Check" is a free child development screening for children from birth to age 5 in the areas of talking, seeing, hearing, moving, thinking, and living skills
- Penn State Cooperative Extension inIndiana County
827 Water Street, 2nd Floor
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-3880
www.indiana.extension.psu.edu- Variety of programs for families, youth, and children in areas of family living, nutrition, health, food safety, agriculture and horticulture
- YMCA of Indiana County60 North Ben Franklin Road
PO Box 610
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-9622
www.indianacountyymca.org- Programs include: Swimming Lessons, Water Aerobics, Prenatal Exercise Classes, Swim Team, Personal Fitness Training, Youth Sports and Fitness Programs, Summer Day Camp, Preschool/Parent Programs
- Scholarships are available for membership and programs based on financial need
Counseling/Mental Health:
- Armstrong-Indiana Mental Health/Mental Retardation Program1430 Route 286 East, Suite 1
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-3360
www.aimhmr.org- Arranges mental health and mental retardation services for individuals and their families through contracted community agencies
- Services include: Early Intervention, Crisis Intervention, Family Support Services, Drop-in Centers, Respite, Children's Service Coordination, and Intensive Case Management
- Catholic CharitiesSt. Thomas More University Parish
Newman Center
1200 Oakland Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-8806
www.ccharitiesgreensburg.org- Counseling services for individual, marital/couples, and family, as well as group services for anger management
- Comprehensive Information and Referral Services for counseling and therapy
- Pregnancy Support Services and Hotline (1-800-241-8806)
- Christian Counseling Service637 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-5440
www.ccsoi.org- Christian-based individual, family and marriage counseling
- No cost, but monetary donations accepted for services
- Community Guidance Center793 Old Route 119 Highway North
Indiana, PA 15701
1-888-686-1991 or 724-465-5576
www.thecgc.com- Base Service Unit for mental health and mental retardation services, as well as crisis intervention
- Individual, Group, Family-Based Counseling and Intensive Therapy services for individuals and families with mental health issues (all age groups)
- Developmental Disabilities Unit to coordinate services for individuals with mental retardation and their families
- Family Behavioral ResourcesAirport Professional Center
1380 Route 286 Highway East, Suite 524
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-0369
- Child-centered, family-focused therapy for children, youth, and young adults, ages 0-21, and their families in the home and community settings
- Services available for a variety of mental health diagnoses, behavioral concerns, and autism spectrum disorders
- Highmark Caring Foundation: The Caring Place620 Stanwix Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
1-888-224-4673
www.highmarkcaringfoundation.com- Peer Support Program for grieving children, adolescents, and their families who have lost a loved one
- Groups are age-specific and help share their feeling, memories and experiences in a non-judgmental and accepting atmosphere
- Center for Applied Psychology - IUP1020 Oakland Avenue
Uhler Hall, Room 210
Indiana, PA 15705
724-357-6228
www.iup.edu/psychology/CAP- Psychological assessment and treatment for children, couples, families and individuals
- Clinics for Intake, Assessment, Family and Child Treatment, Adult Treatment, and Behavioral Medicine staffed by IUP faculty who are licensed psychologists and by IUP doctoral students
- Child Study Center - IUPDepartment of Educational and School Psychology
243 Stouffer Hall, IUP
Indiana, PA 15705
724-357-2445
www.coe.iup.edu/edsp/csc.html- Education and Psychological assessments of children ages 4-17 with learning and/or behavior problems
- Short-term counseling and treatment of learning and behavior problems
- Consultation to parents and schools concerning educational remediation and treatment of problem behaviors
- Real Alternatives7810 Allentown Blvd., Suite 403
Harrisburg, PA 17112
1-888-LIFEAID or 1-888-543-3243
Outside PA call 1-800-848-LOVE
www.realalternatives.org- Non-Profit, Charitable Organization providing the Pennsylvania Alternative to Abortion Program, funded through the PA Department of Public Welfare
- Committed to assisting women in crisis pregnancies by providing free and compassionate, practical and life-affirming alternatives to abortion
- Services include: confidential counseling; free pregnancy test kits; clothing, food and furniture pantries; temporary shelter; pregnancy, childbirth and parenting classes; medical referrals; adoption information; education and career guidance
- The Open Door of Indiana, Pa334 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701
1-877-585-3667 (24 Hour Crisis Hotline)
724-465-2605
www.theopendoor.org- Counseling services for individuals and families experiencing mental health, drug and alcohol, and other related problems
- Information and Referral, Prevention, Education, and Outreach Services
- Additional Locations:
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155 E Market Street
Blairsville, PA 1571771 South Main Street
Cherry Tree, PA 15724
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- Tri-Centers, Inc.. - Consumer OutreachDrop-In Center
499 Central Street
PO Box 193
Rossiter, PA 15772
1-888-227-7065 or 814-938-1982
- Socialization and advocacy programs for past or present mental health consumers age 18 or older
- Referral from Base Service Unit required for participation in center activities
- Tri-Centers, Inc. - Self-Help AllianceDrop-In Center
845 Maple Street, #15
Indiana, PA 15701
1-888-216-8099 or 724-463-0802
- Socialization and advocacy programs for past or present mental health consumers age 18 or older
- Referral from Base Service Unit required for participation in center activities
Crisis:
- 24 Hour Crisis Hotline - The Open Door1-877-585-3667 or 724-465-2605
- 24 Hour Kidsline1-800-578-5100
- Emergency Assistance Referral Service24 Hour Crisis Line
724-658-5519
Disability:
- accessAbilities, Inc.Canterbury Office Building
2273 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, Pa 157001
724-465-8280
www.accessAbilities.org- Services to enable people with disabilities to live independently, remain in their homes, and part of their community
- First Steps Early Intervention provides services to children, ages birth - 3, with physical, occupational, speech, vision or hearing developmental delays
- Home and Community Based Services to assist adults and children over 3 with disabilities that significantly impact the ability to complete daily activities, such as housekeeping and chores, personal assistance and respite care, self-help, skilled nursing, and therapies (physical, occupational, speech, vision and hearing)
- Home Support Services for adults over age 60 that need assistance with housekeeping, simple errands, and minor household repairs and window washing
- Arc of Indiana County1570 Oakland Avenue, Suite 290
Regency Mall
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-8230
www.arcindiana.org- Information, education and support for people with developmental disabilities and/or mental retardation and their families
- Monitors state and local services provided to people that are developmentally challenged
- Advocacy regarding legal and educational concerns of people with disabilities
- Center for Independent Living of South Central Pennsylvania (CILSCPA)1603 Ninth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
1-800-237-9009 or 814-949-1905
www.cilscpa.org- Empowers people with disabilities to live independent lives in their communities
- Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Counseling, Deaf Action Awareness Program, Interpreter Referral Services, Advocacy, Service Coordination, and Information and Referral to Community Services
- Easter Seals of Western PA2525 Railroad Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
1-800-587-3258 or 412-281-7244
www.westernpa.easterseals.com- Provides services to children and adults with disabilities and other special needs through Job Training and Employment, Early Intervention and Education, Adult Day Services, and Recreation Activities
- Office of Vocational Rehabilitation727 Goucher Street - Section 10
Johnstown, PA 15905
1-800-762-4223
www.dli.state.pa.us (Keyword Search: OVR)- Assist people with disabilities to prepare for, secure, and maintain employment and independence
- Social Security Administration1265 Wayne Avenue, Suite 310
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-9122 or 1-800-772-1213
www.socialsecurity.gov- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - income maintenance for aged, blind, and disabled people
- Social Security Disability - income maintenance for temporarily disabled workers
- Social Security - income for retirees or survivors (widows, widowers, dependent children)
- Federal Black Lung Program
Disaster/Emergency Services:
- American Red Cross - Indiana County Chapter728 Church Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-8804
www.redcross.org- Disaster Services: Prompt relief to victims of small and large disasters by providing food, clothing, shelter, emergency medications, counseling, and referrals
- Armed Forces Emergency Services: Emergency communications and financial assistance for members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families
- Health and Safety Services: Offers First Aid CPR, and Water Safety courses
- Blind Association, Inc. - Indiana County402 North 4th Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-5549
- Applicant must be an Indiana County resident with a visual impairment
- Remedial Eye Care Program to help defray the cost of eyeglasses for visually eligible and income eligible applicants
- Case Management/Service Planning, Transportation, Employment, Adapted Aids and Appliances, Recreation, Prevention Education, and Consultation
- Emergency Food and Shelter ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Help with a current one-month heating utility bill or a minimum fuel delivery once per year as funding is available
- Must be at or below 150% of Federal Poverty guidelines
- LIHEAP and Crisis Energy Assistance must be exhausted prior to application for this service
- Proof of income for last 90 days, Social Security cards for all household members, medical assistance cards (if applicable), and all monthly household bills required upon application
- Salvation Army635 Water Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-2530
www.use.salvationarrmy.org- Provides emergency food and shelter, counseling, and social programs
- Disaster Emergency Services:412-232-6804
www.salvationarmydisasterservices.org
Domestic Violence:
- Alice Paul HousePO Box 417
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-435-7249 or 724-349-4444
(24 Hour Crisis Hotlines)
www.alicepaulhouse.org- Provides emergency food and shelter, counseling, and social programs
- Mission is to provide safety to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, to assist and empower all victims, and to promote awareness of these issues in the community
- Free and Confidential Services include: 24 Hour Crisis Hotline, Emergency Shelter, Counseling and Support Groups, Victim Advocacy and Accompaniment, Community Education and Prevention Programs, and Information and Referral
- Provides emergency food and shelter, counseling, and social programs
Education/Employment:
- ARIN Intermediate Unit 28 - Adult Education2895 West Pike
Indiana, PA 157001
724-463-5300
www.iu28.org- Adult Basic Education for adults who are interested in improving their basic skills in reading, writing, or math
- GED Test Preparation for adults who are interested in preparing for the GED Exam
- English as a Second Language (ESL) for adults learning the English language
- Literacy Program to train volunteer tutors and match them with adults who need basic education, GED preparation, and ESL instruction
- Family Literacy Program provides individualized family instruction for reading in the home and Head Start Center settings
- Summer Reading Program with local libraries to keep your family reading over the summer with fun activities and books
- CareerLink of Indiana County300 Indian Springs Road
Indiana, PA 15701
724-471-7235
www.pacareerlink.state.pa.us- Self-service system where interested individuals have access to employment, education, and training resources
- Career TRACK - CareerLink300 Indian Springs Road
Indiana, PA 15701
1-888-573-5733 or 724-471-7220
www.careertrack.org- Job Training and Career Development to prepare youth, ages 14-21, adults, and dislocated workers for economic self-sufficiency
- Individualized assessment conducted to develop career plan
- Job Search Workshop to give adults the knowledge needed to perform a productive and effective job search resulting in employment
- Youth Work Readiness Workshop to introduce acceptable interviewing behavior, resume preparation, and responsible decision making
- Goodwill Industries of the Conemaugh Valley920-922 Oak Street
Johnstown, PA 15902
814-536-3536
www.goodwillpa.org- Non-profit provider of employment and training services for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment
- Services include: Personal Work Adjustment Training, Community Based Work Assessment, Job Development and Placement, Supported Employment Program, Sheltered Employment Program, Driver's Education Training, and Contract Services
- Head Start and Early Head Start Programs528 Gompers Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-592-9036 or 724-349-6200
www.indianacountyheadstart.org- Provides services to income eligible children and their families in the areas of child development, parent involvement, social services, health, mental health, and nutrition
- Head Start is a center-based program for preschool children ages 3-5
- Early Head Start is a home visiting program for pregnant women and their children ages birth - 3
- Indiana County Community College Centerof Westmoreland County Community College
45 Airport Road
Indiana, PA 15701
724-357-1404 - Intake
1-800-262-2103 or 724-925-5939 - Administration
www.wccc-pa.edu- Associate Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs
- GED Preparation and Testing
- Career Counseling
- Indiana County Technology Center441 Hamill Road
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-6700
www.ictc.ws- Adult Education Programs for ages 16 and older; Must have High School Diploma or GED for certain programs
- Programs include: Allied Health Care, Computer Applications, Management and Small Business, and Industrial, Trade and Technical Courses
- New Choices/New OptionsIndiana University of Pennsylvania
1110 Maple Street
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-830-3248 or 724-357-4738
www.voced.iup.edu/Inquiry/More/Default.asp- Offers career counseling, job search assistance, and funding for continued education and training for single parents and displaced homemakers (low income, unemployed, or underemployed)
- Single pregnant women, 19 and over, and out-of-school single teen parents are also eligible for assistance
- Funds may also be provided for career and technical school tuition, child care support, and transportation
- Pennsylvania Highlands Community CollegeCollege Plaza
881 Hills Plaza Drive, Suite 450
Ebensburg, PA 15931
814-471-0010
www.pennhighlands.edu- Provides quality, affordable, and comprehensive educational opportunities for all students in a supportive, community-oriented environment
- Offers Associate Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs
- Alternate Location is the Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center
- Welfare Initiative Program - CareerLink300 Indian Springs Road
Indiana, PA 15701
1-888-573-5833 or 724-471-7220 (CareerLink Site)
1-800-742-0679 (Satellite Office at DPW)
www.pacareerlink.state.pa.us- Provides intensive case management and job placement services designed to train, educate, and place clients into unsubsidized gainful employment
- TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) referral required from the Indiana County Assistance Office prior to participation
- Welfare-To-Work Transportation ProjectIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Provides transportation options for working families with children
- Services include car repairs, insurance assistance, driving lessons, AAA memberships, donated vehicles, and transportation to job sites
Food and Nutrition:
- Angel Food Ministrieswww.angelfoodministries.com
- Medium-sized box of high-quality fresh and frozen grocery items for $25
- Distributed once per month
- Must bring a medium sized container to pick up the order
- Each box feeds a family of 4 for approximately 1 week or a senior citizen for approximately 1 month
- 3 Locations in Indiana County are:
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Lord Jesus Christ Assembly Church 916 Oakland Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
724-459-3651Black Lick United Methodist Church 36 Walnut Street
Black Lick, PA 15716
724-248-9650
If no one answers, press option 2 and leave message with your name and telephone numberFaith Lutheran Church 6810 Route 22 East
New Florence, PA 15944
724-676-2240
- Commodity Supplemental Food ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Eligibility is limited to income-eligible senior citizens 60 or older, postpartum breast feeding women 6-12 months following delivery of their baby, and children up to age 6
- Nutrition Education also provided
- Food Bank ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Ongoing food distribution program in convenient locations throughout Indiana County
- Contact Community Action for location, date and time of your local food pantry
- Food Stamp Participation ProjectIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Outreach Worker distributes eligibility information and assists elderly, disabled, and low-income people with completing the application for Food Stamps
- Food StampsIndiana County Assistance Office (DPW)
2750 West Pike Road
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-742-0679 or 724-357-2900
www.compass.state.pa.us- Eligibility based on income and family size
- PA Hunger Action Center208 North 3rd Street, Suite 200
Harrisburg, PA 17101
www.pahunger.org- Food Information Line links people in need to food through local pantries or soup kitchens in all 67 PA counties by calling 1-800-FOOD-997
- Food Stamp Screening Line helps callers learn if they might be eligible for the Food Stamp Program and can assist them in applying online via COMPASS by calling 1-800-634-2003
- Penn State Cooperative ExtensionIndiana County Office
827 Water Street, 2nd Floor
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-3880
www.extension.psu.edu- Provides important information on nutrition, health, family, and community development
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC)Adagio Health
1099 Oak Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-2022
www.pawic.com- Provides healthy supplemental foods and a range of nutrition services for pregnant women, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children under age 5
- 1-800-WIC-WINS (1-800-942-97467) for Satellite Locations in Indiana County
Health Care:
- adultBasic Health Care Insurance1-800-GO-BASIC (1-800-462-2742)
www.compass.state.pa.us (To Apply Online)- Income guidelines depend on family size
- Coverage for adults (age 19-64) who have no private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare
- PA residency of at least 90 days required
- Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)1-800-986-KIDS (1-800-986-5437)
www.compass.state.pa.us (To Apply Online)- Income guidelines depend on family size
- Coverage for children under age 19 who have no private insurance or Medicaid
- Donated Dental Services - Western PAACHD
907 West Street, 2nd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
1-888-683-9158 or 412-243-4866
- Must be a Senior Citizen or a disabled or chronically ill child or adult with no dental insurance and no significant savings
- 150% of poverty guidelines apply
- Major Dental Treatment required
- Indiana County Health Department75 North 2nd Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-357-2995
www.health.state.pa.us- Mission to promote healthy lifestyles, prevent injury and disease, and assure the safe delivery of quality health care
- Free or low cost care for people who do not have health insurance and need to see a doctor
- Contact the PA Health Department for information about other health resources at 1-877-PA-HEALTH
- Medical Assistance/MedicaidIndiana County Assistance Office (DPW)
2750 West Pike Road
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-742-0679 or 724-357-2900
www.compass.state.pa.us- Eligibility based on Income and Family Size
- Northwestern Pennsylvania Optical Clinic7400 Schultz Road
Erie, PA 16509
1-800-732-9313
- Nonprofit organization that provides prescription eyeglasses to financially disadvantaged people at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines
- Must have a current prescription for glasses
- Flat rate cost is around $36
- Pennsylvania Health Law Project650 Smithfield Street, Suite 2130
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
1-800-274-3258 (Helpline)
www.phlp.org- Free information, advice, and direct representation for persons having trouble accessing healthcare coverage and services through Medicaid, adultBasic, CHIP, etc.
Housing:
- Bridge Housing ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Provides low-cost interim/transitional housing, counseling, case management, support and referral services for homeless, single-parent families who are moving toward self-sufficiency
- Habitat for Humanity of Indiana CountyPO Box 663
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-1189 or 1-800-HFH-LINE (800-434-5463)
www.habitat.org- Home ownership for low-income families through community volunteer efforts
- Families selected based on need for housing, their ability to repay their mortgage, and their willingness to put in 500 hours of "sweat equity"
- Homeowners' Emergency Mortgage Assistance ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Loan program designed to protect Pennsylvanians who, through no fault of their own, are financially unable to make their mortgage payments and are in danger of losing their homes to foreclosure
- Up to 24 months of mortgage assistance available to qualified participants
- Housing Assistance ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Provides temporary financial help by paying rent and/or security deposits for people who are homeless or nearly homeless
- Housing Authority of Indiana County104 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 157001
724-463-4730
- Committed to providing, managing, and maintaining quality, affordable housing that is safe for all income eligible families
- Subsidized Housing in studio, 1, 2, or 3 bedroom units based on income eligibility and family size
- Section 8 Rental Assistance provides housing assistance payments for people renting from private landlords
- Family Self-Sufficiency Program to help Section 8 participants set and achieve goals, obtain employment, education or training, and coordinate services with various community agencies
- Pennsylvania Housing Finance AgencyStatewide Counseling Network
Indiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Provides Home Buyer Education Seminars for pre-approved and pre-purchase borrowers in the PA Housing Finance Loan Programs
- USDA Rural Development602 Evans City Road
Butler, PA 16001
1-800-654-6984 or 724-482-4800, Ext 119
www.rurdev.usda.gov/pa- Indiana County Community Action is local contact for the following programs:
- Single Family Home Ownership Loan Guarantees to purchase new or existing homes in rural areas
- Single Family Home Ownership Loans for low-income families to buy, build, improve, repair or rehabilitate rural homes
- Single Family Home Repair Loans and Grants to winterize, purchase or repair a heating system, structural repair, water/sewage connect fees, and similar uses
- Weatherization ProgramIndiana County Community Action Program, Inc.
827 Water Street
PO Box 187
Indiana, Pa 15701
724-465-2657
www.iccap.net- Low-income homeowners and renters receive free installation of energy conservation measures to homes
- Services include weatherstripping for doors, window reglazing, caulking, hot water tank wraps, basement and attic insulation, and storm or replacement windows where needed
Prescription Drug Assistance:
- NeedyMeds, Inc.www.needymeds.com
- Internet access to Patient Assistance Programs that help people who can't afford to buy their medications
- Income guidelines vary by pharmaceutical company
- Partnership for Prescription Assistance1-888-4PPA-NOW (1-888-477-2669)
www.pparx.org- Access to more than 475 public and private Patient Assistance Programs for people having difficulty affording health care and prescription medicines
- Income guidelines vary by participating company
- RxAssistwww.rxassist.org
- Website with information, news, and a database designed to help people get affordable or free medications
Senior Services:
- Aging Services, Inc.1005 Oak Street
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-442-8016 or 724-349-4500
724-349-6190 Emergency/After Hours
www.agingservicesinc.com- Assists older adults in maintaining their independence as long as possible through the provision of specialized casework services, supportive services, in-home services, community networking, and information and referrals
- CareNet29 North 8th Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-2865
www.care-net.net- Network of religious congregations, community agencies, and concerned community members whose purpose is to help frail, elderly and disabled people to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life
- Services include: Friendly Visits, Telephone Assurance Calls, Shopping Assistance, Transportation, Yard Work, Light Meal Preparation during a visit, and Respite Care
- Experience Works, Inc.817 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
1-5800-854-1578 (Toll Free)
www.experienceworks.org- National, nonprofit organization that provides training, employment assistance, and local community service assignments to low-income older Americans (55 or older)
- Senior Community Service Employment Program provides training and employment opportunities while developing the skills and self-confidence needed to secure future employment
- Meals on WheelsR 534 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-7676
724-463-8112 Emergency/After Hours Only
- Provides a hot, nutritious meal, five days a week, including holidays, to elderly or shut-in persons who are unable to cook for themselves
- Eligibility Requirements: inability to cook, prepare or shop for meals, with no age or income requirements
- Fees/Cost: $4 per day or $20 per week, payable on Fridays
- Homer City/Center Township:
Contact 724-479-8997
Substance Abuse:
- Alcoholics AnonymousPO Box 412
Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-4061 (24 Hour Answering Service)
www.wpaarea60.org - Arc ManorAddiction Recovery Center
200 Oak Avenue
Kittanning, PA 16201
1-800-323-1333 or 724-548-7607
www.arcmanor.org- Non-profit agency committed to prevention, education, intervention and treatment of abuse and addiction to alcohol and other drugs
- 24 Hour Crisis Intervention (phone or drop-in); Residential, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Programs for anyone who is 18 years or older
- Outpatient Counseling program for anyone with a drug or alcohol problem and their family members
- Armstrong-Indiana Drug and Alcohol Commission, Inc.10829 US Route 422
Shelocta, PA 15774
724-354-2746
www.aidac.org- Coordinates assessment, prevention, intervention, treatment, and case management services for people experiencing drug and alcohol problems
- Narcotics AnonymousLaurel Mountain Highlands Area
1-800-494-3414
www.lmhana.com
Tri-State Regional Helpline
1-888-251-2426
- The Open Door of Indiana, Pa334 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701
1-877-585-3667 (24 Hour Crisis Hotline)
724-465-2605
www.theopendoor.org- Crisis Intervention and Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Counseling services for individuals and families experiencing drug and alcohol problems
- Information and Referral, Prevention, Education, and Outreach Services
- Additional Locations:
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155 E Market Street
Blairsville, PA 1571771 South Main Street
Cherry Tree, PA 15724
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Thrift Stores:
- Goodwill Retail Storeswww.shopgoodwill.com
- 2 Locations in Indiana County
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1570 Oakland Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
724-463-6212164 E Market Street
Blairsville, PA 15717
724-459-9066
- Katie's ClosetZion Lutheran Church
S 6th and Church Streets
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-5597
- Wide variety of clothing for adults and children offered to community residents
- Clothing bank is held 2 mornings per month
- Contact Church for Dates and Times
- St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Store - Closest Location127 Ligonier Street
New Florence, PA 15944
724-235-2152
Transportation:
- Indiana County Transit Authority - Indigo1657 Saltsburg Avenue
Indiana, PA 15701
1-800-442-6928 or 724-465-4140
www.indigobus.com- Provides Public Bus Service throughout Indiana County
- Shared Ride Program and Transport to Pittsburgh twice a week for medical appointments also available
Unemployment:
- Unemployment Compensation BenefitsIndiana UC Service Center
630 Kolter Drive
Indiana, PA 15701
1-888-313-7284 or 724-599-1250
www.state.pa.us (Keyword: Unemployment)- Program that provides income if you lose our job through no fault of your own
- PA Teleclaims 1-888-255-4728
Veterans' Services:
- Governor's Veterans' Outreach and Assistance1005 Oak Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-2697
- Provides assistance to all veterans and their dependents including employment services, educational benefits, VA medical information, access to military records, VA home loans, and benefits
- District Office:
600 Rugh Street
Greensburg, PA 15601
1-800-442-6815
- Veterans AffairsIndiana County Courthouse
825 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-3815
- Assists with applications for pensions, military records, burial benefits, disability compensation, vocational rehabilitation and training, clothing allowances, survivor's benefits, educational benefits, life insurance, home loan guarantees, adaptive equipment, and Emergency Assistance Funding
- Referrals to local VA hospitals for medical services, and agencies which may assist with housing, food, clothing, etc.
- Veterans Leadership Program of Western PAHiram G. Andrews Center
727 Goucher Street
Johnstown, PA 15905
814-255-7209
www.vlpwpa.org- Case management services address housing, employment, medical, family, and financial concerns for veterans in Southwestern PA
- Housing Programs to address the individual needs of homeless and/or disabled veterans
- Job Search and Placement, Vocational Counseling, Resume Preparation, Workshops, Job Fairs, and Networking Services assist veterans in obtaining gainful employment
Voting:
- League of Women Voters of Indiana CountyPO Box 672
Indiana, PA 15701
724-465-2595
www.pa.lwv.org/Indiana- Nonpartisan political organization committed to studying important issues, such as health care, education, environment
- Assists with voter registration and absentee balloting
- Membership open to all men and women ages 18 and older