Forest County

Local offices in Forest County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · Regional office

  Forest-Warren Human Services

  285 Hospital Drive, Warren, PA 16365

  Help here

  • Children and youth servicesContact the office about help and assessments for children and families.Read more
  • Mental and behavioral health servicesContact the office to find mental health and behavioral health services.
  • Drug and alcohol servicesContact the office to find drug and alcohol services.
  Call 814-726-2100DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on warrencountypa.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Forest County Veterans Affairs

  526 Elm Street, Box 3, Tionesta, PA 16353

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet information about veterans benefits and help with applications.Read more
  Call 814-755-3404DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmva.pa.gov

• State office · State office

  Forest County Assistance Office

  106 Sherman Street, Tionesta, PA 16353

  Help here

  • Benefits applications and case helpGet help with applications for public benefits, including food, health coverage, and cash assistance.Apply online
  Call 814-755-3552DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Experience Inc. Area Agency on Aging

  905 Fourth Avenue, Warren, PA 16365

  Help here

  • Aging services and supportGet information and help connecting with services for older adults and caregivers.Read more
  Call 814-723-3763DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on experienceinc.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Warren-Forest Counties Economic Opportunity Council

  1209 Pennsylvania Avenue West, Warren, PA 16365

  Help here

  • Community and housing servicesContact the agency about help with housing and other needs for people with low incomes.
  Call 814-726-2400DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wfcaa.org

• Local office · Regional office

  PA 211 Northwest

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with needs such as food, housing, health care, jobs, or utility bills.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on northwest.pa211.org

Forest County, Pennsylvania website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Forest County

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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