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Local offices in Indiana County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Child support · County office
Indiana County Domestic Relations Section
280 Indian Springs Road, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Child and spousal supportThe office helps establish and enforce court orders for child and spousal support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
State office
Indiana County Assistance Office
2750 West Pike Road, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Public benefits applicationsYou can apply for or renew benefits and ask staff for help in person.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
Housing help · 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
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on haichousing.com
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program
300 Indian Springs Road, Suite 113, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Behavioral health and developmental servicesThe program connects residents with mental health, intellectual disability, and early intervention services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aibdhp.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Indiana County Court of Common Pleas
Indiana County Courthouse, 825 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Court forms and procedure informationResidents can find court forms and basic information about custody, divorce, and other court procedures.
Last checked 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
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- Child protection and family servicesThe office investigates reports of child abuse and helps families keep children safe.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Aging Services, Inc.
1055 Oak Street, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Aging and caregiver servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about care management, meals, transportation, and other local support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on agingservicesinc.com
Veterans · County office
Indiana County Department of Veterans Affairs
Indiana County Courthouse, 825 Philadelphia Street, 2nd Floor, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Veterans benefits assistanceStaff help veterans and their dependents check eligibility and apply for county, state, and federal benefits.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Emergency help · County office
Indiana County Emergency Management Agency
85 Haven Drive, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Emergency preparedness and public informationThe agency coordinates county emergency planning and shares public safety information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Human services · County office
Indiana County Department of Human Services
300 Indian Springs Road, Suite 203, Indiana, PA 15701
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- 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.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on indianacountypa.gov
Jobs and training · State office
PA CareerLink Indiana County
300 Indian Springs Road, Indiana, PA 15701
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- Job search and workforce servicesJob seekers can get help with job searches, career planning, and workforce training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on tricountywib.org
Indiana County, Pennsylvania website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Indiana County, closest to the center of Indiana first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Mobile pantry
The People's Food Pantry
Community Empowerment Association
41 miles from the center of Indiana7120 Kelly Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Hours
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM (2nd of the month)
Who can come: Community
What to bring: First come, first serve.
Listed on ceapittsburgh.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
PCSI Food Pantry
Pittsburgh Community Services Inc.
43 miles from the center of Indiana249 N. Craig Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 4 PM
- Tue10 AM to 4 PM
- Wed10 AM to 4 PM
- Thu10 AM to 8 PM
- Fri10 AM to 4 PM
Who can come: Pittsburgh residents
What to bring: Complete an intake form once a year. First-time visitors and visitors at the start of a new year must bring photo ID for the head of household, identification for other household members, income information, and proof of Pittsburgh residency. Income eligibility guidelines apply.
Listed on pghcsi.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Food Pantry Distribution
Fishes and Loaves Cooperative Ministries
44 miles from the center of Indiana134 E. Elizabeth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 10:30 AM (1st of the month)
Who can come: People living in Hazelwood, Greenfield and Glen-Hazel
Listed on fishes-and-loaves-hazelwood.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Polish Hill Food Pantry
Jubilee Soup Kitchen
44 miles from the center of Indiana3103 Brereton Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on jubileekitchen.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
The CHS Oakland Food Pantry, Supported by Dollar Bank
Community Human Services
44 miles from the center of Indiana370 Lawn Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours
- Wed11 AM to 4 PM
- Thu3 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: People in need
Listed on chscorp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Steel City Table
45 miles from the center of Indiana2700 Jane Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Hours
- Tue5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Thu5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Listed on steelcitytable.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Indiana County
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
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
1 North Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
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
Summit Legal Aid
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
Indiana County Community Action Program
827 Water Street, Indiana, PA 15701-1755
Listed on dced.pa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Indiana County
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.
- 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.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
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 Southwest
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.
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