Perry County

Local offices in Perry County

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

• Child support · County office

  Perry County Domestic Relations

  2 East Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Child and spousal supportGet help with child and spousal support cases.
  Call 717-582-2131DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Perry County Assistance Office

  100 Centre Drive, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Public benefitsResidents can get help applying for or renewing benefits such as SNAP, Medical Assistance, cash assistance, and LIHEAP.Apply online
  Call 717-582-2127DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 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.
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing help · County office

  Perry County Human Services

  20 W. McClure Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Rental assistanceContact the county housing representative about rental assistance.Apply online
  Call 717-582-8853DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  Perry Human Services

  8391 Spring Road, Suite 2, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Counseling and substance use servicesGet counseling, substance use treatment, prevention, and other social services.
  Call 717-582-8703DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Perry County Children and Youth Services

  Help here

  • Child safety and family servicesContact the agency about child abuse or neglect concerns or services for children and families.
  Call 717-582-2076Website

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Perry County Area Agency on Aging

  315 Keystone Way, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Services for older adults and caregiversGet help with meals, caregiver support, health insurance counseling, transportation, and protective services.
  Call 717-582-5128DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Perry County Veteran Affairs

  25 W. Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and county services for veterans.
  Call 717-582-5133DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Perry County Emergency Management and 911 Center

  Perry County Courthouse, 2 East Main Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068

  Help here

  • Emergency planning informationFind county emergency planning guides and information about local emergency services.
  Call 717-582-5165DirectionsWebsite

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

Perry County, Pennsylvania website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Perry County

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

Cities and towns in Perry County

• Blainnot checked yet
• Bloomfield
• Duncannon
• Landisburgnot checked yet
• Liverpool
• Marysville
• Millerstown
• New Buffalonot checked yet
• Newport

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