Who is eligible?
Open to residents of Warren and Forest Counties.
What we do:We have a trained staff person able to help counsel clients on budgeting, particularly budgeting for housing.
Pre-Housing Counseling
Who is eligible?Open to residents of Warren and Forest Counties.
What we do:
Pre-purchasing counseling for those who are obtaining a Pennsylvania Housing Finance Loan.
Emergency Food & Shelter Program
Who is eligible?This is a needs based program available to residents of Warren and Forest Counties.
What we do:A set amount of funding is given to the agency each year by the Department of Homeland Security to support the purchase of food for soup kitchens and/or provide emergency utility assistance.
Homeless Assistance Program (HAP)
Who is eligible?Open to Warren County residents, at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, who are homeless or near homeless. Near homeless refers to those behind on rent and are facing homelessness. Must have an eviction notice.
What we do:Provide emergency rental assistance with either the first month's rent or a security deposit OR the funds to remain in current living situation.
Warren-Forest Counties Economic Opportunity Council
1209 Pennsylvania Ave., West | Warren, PA 16365 | 814-726-2400