Boyertown
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Local offices in Boyertown
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Regional office
PA 211 East
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with needs such as housing, food, utilities, jobs, and child care.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on east.pa211.org
Local office · City office
Boyertown Borough Hall
100 South Washington Street, Boyertown, PA 19512
Help here
- Borough services and resident helpContact the borough about municipal services, forms, and resident concerns.
- Utility billsPay or ask the borough about a utility bill.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on boyertownborough.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
The Center at Spring Street in Boyertown
200 West Spring Street, Boyertown, PA 19512
Help here
- Senior center activities and mealsOlder adults can join center activities and have a meal at lunchtime.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on boyertownareamulti-service.org
Library · Nonprofit
Boyertown Community Library
24 North Reading Avenue, Boyertown, PA 19512
Help here
- Library servicesUse the library's books, public computers, printing, study room, and programs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on berkslibraries.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Boyertown
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Helping Harvest
117 Morgan Drive, Reading, PA 19608
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
MidPenn Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Berks County Community Action Program, Inc.
645 Penn Street, 3rd Floor, PO Box 22, Reading, PA 19601
Listed on dced.pa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Berks County
Boyertown is in Berks County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office · State office
Berks County Assistance Office
625 Cherry Street, Reading, PA 19602-1188
Help here
- Public benefitsResidents can apply for state benefits and get help with their assistance case.Apply online
- LIHEAPEligible households can apply for help paying heating bills.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
Berks County WIC
1110C Rockland Street, Reading, PA
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceWIC provides nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mfhs.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Berks County Housing Authority
1803 Butter Lane, Reading, PA 19606
Help here
- Affordable housingThe authority offers public housing and vouchers to help eligible families pay rent.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on berksha.org
Local office · Regional office
PA 211 East, Berks County
Help here
- Community resource referralsResidents can call 211 for free help finding local services such as housing, utilities, employment, education, and child care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on east.pa211.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Berks County Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities Program
633 Court Street, 8th Floor, Reading, PA 19601
Help here
- Mental health treatment and supportThe program connects residents with county-funded mental health, crisis, case management, and housing support services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on berkspa.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Berks County Law Library
Berks County Courthouse, 5th Floor, 633 Court Street, Reading, PA 19601
Help here
- Legal research resourcesVisitors can use legal research materials and a computer with Westlaw access.
- Court self-help informationThe county provides online forms and instructions for people representing themselves in custody and divorce cases.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on berkspa.gov
Pennsylvania programs by kind of help
These are run by Pennsylvania and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- PA 211 East
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988