Newry

Local offices in Newry

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

• Local office · City office

  Newry Borough Office

  Help here

  • Borough informationCall the borough treasurer for information about the borough.
  Call 814-695-0168Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on blairco.org

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Newry

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Blair County

Newry is in Blair County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · County office

  Blair County Domestic Relations Section

  423 Allegheny Street, Suite 327, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps parents establish and manage child support orders.
  Call 814-693-3220DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on blairco.org

• State office

  Blair County Assistance Office

  1100 Green Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601

  Help here

  • Public benefits applicationsResidents can apply for benefits and get help with services such as food, health coverage, and cash assistance.Apply online
  • Energy assistanceEligible households can apply for help with heating bills through LIHEAP.Apply online
  Call 866-812-3341DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov

• Human services · County office

  Blair County Department of Social Services

  423 Allegheny Street, Suite 441B, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

  Help here

  • Human services and housing helpThe department connects residents with county human services and housing programs.
  • Behavioral health and intellectual disability servicesThe county coordinates mental health, intellectual disability, and drug and alcohol services.
  Call 814-693-3023DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on blaircountypa.gov

• Human services · Regional office

  PA 211

  Help here

  • Local help and service referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, bills, and crisis support.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on pa211.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Center for Community Action

  195 Drive In Lane, Everett, PA 15537

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency for help with housing and other services for local residents.
  Call 814-623-9129DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on centerforcommunityaction.org

• Housing help · County office

  Blair County Housing Authority

  1407 Blair Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental vouchersThe authority offers housing assistance to eligible low-income households outside the City of Altoona.
  Call 814-695-7548DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cobrah.com

Everything in Blair 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