Indiana
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Local offices in Indiana
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Indiana Borough Hall
George E. Hood Municipal Building, 80 North 8th Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Borough servicesContact the borough office for help with local government services and questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on indianaboro.com
Utilities · City office
Indiana Borough Utilities Billing
George E. Hood Municipal Building, 80 North 8th Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Utility bill payment and billing helpPay a borough utility bill or contact the billing department with a question about your bill.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on indianaboro.com
Library · Nonprofit
Indiana Free Library
845 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Library resources and programsVisit the library to borrow books, use online resources, and join programs for children and adults.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on indianafreelibrary.org
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of Indiana County
104 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceAsk about affordable housing and rental assistance for eligible households, older adults, and people with disabilities.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on haichousing.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Indiana County
Indiana is in Indiana County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Indiana County Department of Human Services
300 Indian Springs Road, Suite 203, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Human services information and referralStaff can help you find local, state, and national services for your needs.Read more
- Homeless assistanceThe county supports emergency shelter, bridge housing, case management, and rental assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Human services · County office
Indiana County Children and Youth Services
280 Indian Springs Road, Suite 222B, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Child protection and family servicesThe office investigates reports of child abuse and helps families keep children safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program
300 Indian Springs Road, Suite 113, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Behavioral health and developmental servicesThe program connects residents with mental health, intellectual disability, and early intervention services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aibdhp.org
Veterans · County office
Indiana County Department of Veterans Affairs
Indiana County Courthouse, 825 Philadelphia Street, 2nd Floor, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceStaff help veterans and their dependents check eligibility and apply for county, state, and federal benefits.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Child support · County office
Indiana County Domestic Relations Section
280 Indian Springs Road, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Child and spousal supportThe office helps establish and enforce court orders for child and spousal support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Emergency help · County office
Indiana County Emergency Management Agency
85 Haven Drive, Indiana, PA 15701
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and public informationThe agency coordinates county emergency planning and shares public safety information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.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
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