Child Care Works
PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL)
Do you need help with the cost of child care? Pennsylvania’s child care subsidy program, Child Care Works, may be able to help. Child care subsidy makes it possible for families who meet financial guidelines to find reliable, quality child care near home or work and provides financial assistance to help families afford it.
Pennsylvania Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Pennsylvania CHIP
CHIP covers all uninsured Pennsylvania kids and teens and provides coverage that includes routine doctor visits, prescriptions, dental, eye care and more. Learn more about the program, eligibility and how to apply.
Home and Community Based Services
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Home and Community Based Services, or Waiver programs, provide supports and services beyond those covered by Medicaid, allowing a person to remain at home rather than being admitted to a long-term care facility.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is the new name for the Food Stamp program. Learn about how these benefits are used to help households in Pennsylvania increase their food purchasing power at grocery stores and supermarkets.
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National School Lunch Program
USDA
The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day. Learn more about the program.
Social Security’s Program that Helps Children with Disabilities
Social Security Administration
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program helps children with physical and/or mental disabilities who have limited income and resources. To qualify for SSI, a child must meet financial limits and certain medical requirements.
Get Heating Assistance – LIHEAP
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, also known as LIHEAP, helps families pay their heating bills.
Pennsylvania's Cash Assistance Programs
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
If you do not have enough money to support yourself or your family, you may be eligible for one of four programs: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Diversion Program, the State Blind Pension Program or the Refugee Cash Assistance program. Learn more about benefits and eligibility.
Finding Housing Assistance
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD in Pennsylvania offers rental help and home ownership support. Learn more about housing options.
Ending Hunger in PA
Ending Hunger in PA
Find a food pantry near you with Ending Hunger in PA.
Pennsylvania Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
Pennslvania WIC
WIC provides healthy supplemental foods and nutrition services for pregnant women, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children under age five.
Homelessness Resource: Finding Your Way PA
Eat Right When Money Is Tight
FamilyWize
FamilyWize
FamilyWize can help you save up to 75% on prescription medication by printing a FREE prescription card and showing it to your pharmacist.
My GED
GED Testing Service
Create an account, get GED® study materials and take a practice test. Access information on the test, step-by-step guidance, and tips for after you graduate.
PA Adult Education Resources
PA Adult Education Resources
Adult Education Programs funded by Pennsylvania Department of Education.