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Tell us more about what you need. We answer first, then show the programs that fit, then ask a few questions to narrow it down.
Programs in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
Unemployment Compensation
Unemployment Compensation provides temporary income support to eligible workers who lose work through no fault of their own.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhone
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
Workers' Compensation
Workers' compensation provides benefits to employees with work-related injuries or illnesses.
Ways to apply:PaperIn person
Pennsylvania Department of Health
Vital Records
The Department of Health issues certified Pennsylvania birth and death records.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaperIn person
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Driver and Vehicle Services
Driver's Licenses
PennDOT issues and renews Pennsylvania driver's licenses.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaperIn person
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Driver and Vehicle Services
Photo Identification Cards
PennDOT issues photo identification cards to Pennsylvania residents who need state identification.
Ways to apply:PaperIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Social Security Administration
Replace a Social Security card
Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Request it online with a my Social Security account, or visit or call Social Security. It is always free.
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.
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