Lawrence County
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Local offices in Lawrence County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Child support · County office
Lawrence County Domestic Relations
430 Court Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Child and spousal supportFile or get help with child support, spousal support, and support orders.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountypa.gov
State office
Lawrence County Assistance Office
108 Cascade Galleria, New Castle, PA 16101-3900
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for or ask about cash assistance, Medical Assistance, SNAP, and LIHEAP.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.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.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on pa211.org
Housing help · Regional office
Lawrence County Housing Authority
481 Neshannock Avenue, New Castle, PA 16103
Help here
- Public housingApply for public housing and ask about available housing options.
- Housing Choice VoucherContact the authority for information about Section 8 housing vouchers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountyha.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Lawrence County Mental Health and Developmental Services
Gettings Annex, 439 Countyline Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Behavioral health and developmental servicesContact the department to find behavioral health and developmental disability services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountypa.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Lawrence County Law Library
Lawrence County Government Center, 430 Court Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Legal informationUse print and digital legal information at the county law library.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountypa.gov
Human services · County office
Lawrence County Children and Youth Services
1001 East Washington Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Child and family servicesContact the agency about child abuse or neglect, family support, or foster care.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountypa.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Lawrence County Area Agency on Aging, Challenges: Options in Aging
2706 Mercer Road, New Castle, PA 16105
Help here
- Aging and in-home servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about local activities and help to remain safely at home.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ccpgh.org
Veterans · County office
Lawrence County Veterans Service Office
Lawrence County Government Center, 430 Court Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help finding and applying for local, state, and federal veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountypa.gov
Emergency help · County office
Lawrence County Department of Public Safety
1451 County Line Road, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Emergency management and alertsGet county emergency information and sign up for emergency and severe weather alerts.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lawrencecountypa.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
PA CareerLink Lawrence County
101 South Mercer Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Job search and trainingGet help finding jobs, training, and workforce services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wcjp.org
State office
PennDOT New Castle Driver License Center
973 Old Youngstown Road, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Driver licensing and photo servicesVisit for driver license services and photo identification services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
Library · Regional office
Lawrence County Federated Library System
207 East North Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Help here
- Library servicesGet a library card and use books, digital materials, public computers, and outreach services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdlc.org
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Lawrence County, closest to the center of New Castle first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Northside Food Pantry
Northside Common Ministries
41 miles from the center of New Castle1601 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Hours
- Tue9:30 AM to 12 PM
- Wed9:30 AM to 12 PM
Listed on ncmin.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Polish Hill Food Pantry
Jubilee Soup Kitchen
42 miles from the center of New Castle3103 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
Food pantry
Walk-In Ministry
First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh
42 miles from the center of New Castle320 Sixth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM
- Thu11 AM to 1 PM
Listed on downtownpittsburghministerium.wordpress.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Walk-In Ministry
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
42 miles from the center of New Castle325 Oliver Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM. October 19 to 22, 2026 only
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM. October 19 to 22, 2026 only
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM. October 19 to 22, 2026 only
- Thu11 AM to 1 PM. October 19 to 22, 2026 only
Who can come: Anyone who walks in
What to bring: No name, ID, or income verification is required. Guests may receive items anonymously.
Listed on trinitypittsburgh.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Tuesday Night Meal Program
Outreached Arms
42 miles from the center of New Castle320 Oliver Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Every Tuesday; doors open at 6:30 PM. Dinner at 7:00 PM.
Who can come: All are welcome
Listed on outreachedarms.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Walk-In Ministry
Smithfield United Church of Christ
42 miles from the center of New Castle620 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 11 AM
- Tue8:30 AM to 11 AM
- Wed8:30 AM to 11 AM
- Thu8:30 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Downtown residents
Listed on downtownpittsburghministerium.wordpress.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lawrence 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
Neighborhood Legal Services Association
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
Lawrence County Community Action Partnership
241 West Grant Street, New Castle, PA 16101
Listed on dced.pa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Lawrence 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
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