Chester County

Local offices in Chester County

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

• State office · State office

  Chester County Assistance Office

  100 James Buchanan Drive, Thorndale, PA 19372

  Help here

  • Pennsylvania public benefitsResidents can apply for or get help with SNAP, cash assistance, Medical Assistance, and heating assistance.Apply online
  Call 610-466-1000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of Chester

  30 West Barnard Street, Suite 2, West Chester, PA 19382

  Help here

  • Public housing and housing choice vouchersEligible residents can apply for public housing or rental help through the housing choice voucher program.Apply online
  Call 610-436-9200DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on haccnet.org

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  PA CareerLink Chester County

  479 Thomas Jones Way, Suite 500, Exton, PA 19341

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesJob seekers can get help finding work, training, and career services.
  Call 610-280-1010DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pacareerlinkchesco.org

• Library · County office

  Chester County Library System

  450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, PA 19341

  Help here

  • Library cards and information resourcesResidents can get a library card and use books, digital resources, and library programs.Read more
  Call 610-344-5600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ccls.org

Chester County, Pennsylvania website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Chester County

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

Cities and towns in Chester County

• Atglen
• Avondale
• Coatesville
• Downingtown
• Elverson
• Honey Brook
• Kennett Square
• Malvern
• Modenanot checked yet
• Oxford
• Parkesburg
• Phoenixville
• South Coatesville
• Spring City
• West Chester
• West Grove

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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