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ALLIANCE FOR BETTER HOUSING
648 Buena Vista Drive Phone (610) 925-1880
Kennett Square, PA 19348 Fax (610) 925-1884
Email muscadyne@aol.com
Web www.ruralisc.org/abh.htm
To improve the quality of life of farm workers, their families and other low income persons in southern Chester County by developing, managing, and marketing affordable housing in southern Chester County and by promoting fair housing.
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COMMUNITY, YOUTH & WOMEN'S ALLIANCE
423 East Lincoln Highway Phone (610) 384-9591
Coatesville, PA 19320 Fax (610) 384-9635
Email ywca1@nni.com
Services offered include: affordable housing and housing assistance, emergency shelter for women and children, employment services, food provider, health services and clinics, transitional housing, and youth services.
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF CHESTER COUNTY, INC.
621 Lumber Street Phone (610) 384-7993
P.O. Box 1452 Fax (610) 384-4976
Coatesville, PA 19320
Email info@hfhcc.org
Web www.habitatchestercountypa.org
Providing basic, well-built affordable, owner-occupied homes. Also, accepts donations of building supplies, furniture, and appliances in good working condition.
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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF CHESTER COUNTY
30 West Barnard Street Phone (610) 436-9200
1st Floor Fax (610) 436-9203
West Chester, PA 19382 TDD (610) 429-0495
Toll Free (888) 255-7055
Email cdennis@haccnet.org
Web www.haccnet.org
Public Housing Program Administers the programs of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for construction and rental of low-rent homes to low-income families, elderly and disabled persons. Section 8 Program accepts and processes applications for Section 8 "Existing Housing Assistance and Payments Program" (rental certificates) for low and moderate income families and elderly and/or handicapped persons. Eligible participants receive help with rent and utility payments in apartments which meet quality standards.
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PENNSYLVANIA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY (PHFA)
P.O. Box 15530 Phone (717) 780-3940
Harrisburg, PA 17105-5530 Toll Free (800) 822-1174
TDD (717) 780-1869
HEMAP Toll Free (800) 342-2397
Web www.phfa.org
Apartment Locator http://phfa.org/pal/
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PA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
211 North Front Street Phone (717) 780-3800
P.O. Box 8029 Toll Free (800) 346-3597
Harrisburg, PA 17105
In order to make the Commonwealth a better place to live while fostering community and economic development, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency provides capital for decent, safe and affordable homes and apartments for older adults, persons of modest means and those persons with special housing needs.
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CHESTER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
601 Westtown Road Phone (610) 344-6900
Suite 365 Fax (610) 344-6925
Government Services Center
P.O. Box 2747
West Chester, PA 19380-0990
email ccdcd@chesco.org
web www.chesco.org/ccdcd
programs they fund http://dsf.chesco.org/ccdcd/cwp/view.asp?A=3&Q=610725
Housing they fund http://dsf.chesco.org/ccdcd/lib/ccdcd/dcd_rental_housing_inventory_1-07.pdf
Offers assistance with the development of affordable housing, the provision of services to lower income people, and community development activities that benefit lower income people or geographic areas. In addition, the department develops and administers employment training programs for target populations.
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD)
Wanamaker Building Phone (215) 656-0663
100 Penn Square East Fax (215) 656-3433
Philadelphia, PA 19107 Toll Free (888) 799-2085
web www.hud.gov
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Project R.A.K.E. http://www.projectrake.com/aboutus/ |
GOOD WORKS, INC.
P.O. Box 1441 Phone (610) 383-6311
Coatesville, PA 19320 Fax (610) 380-9795
email office@goodworksinc.org
web www.goodworksinc.org
Good Works, Inc. is a Christian home repair ministry created to meet the needs of disadvantaged homeowners in Chester County. This is accomplished through making homes warmer, safer and drier, while establishing caring, personal relationships with the homeowners.
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HOUSING PARTNERSHIP OF CHESTER COUNTY
41 West Lancaster Avenue Phone (610) 518-1522
Downingtown, PA 19335 Fax (610) 518-3221
web www.housingpartnershipofchestercounty.com
A private, non-profit organization created to increase the supply of low-to-moderate income housing in Chester County. The HPCC is committed to advocating and educating the public about the need for more affordable priced housing as well as being involved in the construction and rehabilitation of housing units for sale and the development of alternative forms of financing. The organization works with other non-profits, for-profits, state and county agencies and local municipalities. HPCC also provides counseling for credit repair, foreclosure prevention through the PHFA Homeowners Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program, required pre-bankruptcy counseling certifications, Senior Citizen Home Maintenance Program and Housing Rehabilitation Program.
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PECO http://www.exeloncorp.com/ourcompanies/peco/pecores/assistance_prgs/
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Good Neighbors - KOINONIA CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES
Phone (610) 274-8449
Good neighbors is a home repair ministry. This rehabilitation is accomplished through making homes warmer, safer, and dryer by establishing personal relationships with the homeowners.
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HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
WEATHERIZATION PROGRAM Phone (800) 732-3554
Lancaster, PA 17604
Serves Chester and Lancaster Counties with weather protection (excluding replacement windows and doors), and energy saving home improvements. Furnace repairs or replacements must first be referred to Energy Assistance (LIHEAP).
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CHESTER COUNTY CARES
540 East Union Street Phone (610) 436-4040
Suite L Phone (610) 696-4545
West Chester, PA 19382 Fax (610) 696-7874
email brice@chestercountycares.org
web http://www.chestercountycares.org/
The mission of Chester County Cares is to build caring and inclusive communities by: -Providing emergency resources to individuals in need. -Serving as the information and referral link to the health and human service community in Chester County. -Building capacity within the health and human service community and facilitating collaborations. -Advocating for the health and human service infrastructure that continued county development requires.
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LA COMUNIDAD HISPANA (THE SPANISH COMMUNITY)
314-316 East State Street Phone (610) 444-4545
Kennett Square, PA 19348 Fax (610) 444-6407
email agarcia@lchps.org
web www.lacomunidadhispana.org
La Comunidad Hispana is committed to the empowerment and improvement of the lives of low income Latino individuals, families and others by initiating, participating in and developing resources through educational, vocational, recreational, health care and employment programs.
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PHOENIXVILLE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES (PACS)
257 Church Street Phone (610) 933-1105
Phoenixville, PA 19460 Fax (610) 933-1569
email info@pacsphx.org
web www.pacsphx.org
Free, confidential information about health and human services is provided. People requesting information receive referrals for benefits, services, and other resources to help them meet their needs. Staff assist with applications, advocacy, and follow up as needed. PACS distributes community-donated and government food to local residents who qualify. Temporary financial assistance is provided to meet basic needs for residents who are eligible under agency guidelines. PACS also coordinates holiday programs for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Office space is available for agencies to meet with Phoenixville area clients who are unable to travel to their administrative offices. PACS has a bilingual staff member to assist Spanish speaking clients.
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Salvation Army SALVATION ARMY DIVISIONAL HEADQUARTERS
Phone (610) 384-2954
SALVATION ARMY DIVISIONAL HEADQUARTERS
SALVATION ARMY: COATESVILLE
669 East Lincoln Highway
Coatesville, PA 19320
(610) 384-3699 FAX
(610) 384-2954
SALVATION ARMY: DOWNINGTOWN
Downingtown, PA 19335
(610) 269-5250
SALVATION ARMY: GREATER WEST CHESTER
101 East Market Street
P.O. Box 689
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-8746
(610) 696-1652 FAX
SALVATION ARMY: HONEYBROOK
Honey Brook, PA 19344
(610) 286-0387
SALVATION ARMY: OXFORD
Oxford Borough Office
401 Market Street
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-2500 ext. 3012
SALVATION ARMY: WAGONTOWN
P.O. Box 96
Wagontown, PA 19376
(610) 383-0868
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His mane without discrimination. This is the Eastern Divisional Territory.
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CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES (COATESVILLE)
605 East Lincoln Highway Phone (610) 344-7028
Coatesville, PA 19320
email aboyer@CHS-ADPHILA.ORG
web http://www.archdiocese-phl.org/
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES (WEST CHESTER)
125 North Darlington Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 344-7028
email mnagel@chs-adphila.org
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES (WEST GROVE)
105 Prospect Avenue
West Grove, PA 19390
(610) 869-6500
(610) 869-6258 FAX
email mnagel@chs-adphila.org
Catholic Social Services is a multipurpose social service agency providing services in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. It is committed to promoting the corporal and spiritual well being of all who seek assistance by reason of age, illness, handicap or any other cause. Catholic Social Services serves children, families, adults and older adults without regard for religion, race or creed. The agency provides services through a number of Family Service Centers, Specialized and Support Services, Homeless Residences, Senior Citizen Centers and Women's Residences.
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PECO
Web http://www.exeloncorp.com/ourcompanies/peco/pecores/assistance_prgs/ |
OXFORD AREA NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
35 North Third Street Phone (610) 932-8557
Oxford, PA 19363 Phone (610) 869-8557
Fax (610) 932-8270
email NSC35@zoominternet.net
A multi-purpose agency serving the southern Chester County area. Provides information about and referral to existing agencies in Chester County. Staff helps clients evaluate problem areas and choose appropriate course of action. Serves as advocate for clients experiencing difficulty with agencies or other service providers. Maintains community food and clothing banks and provides limited help with emergency fuel, utility, medical and housing needs. Office space available for use by agencies to meet with southern Chester County clients, primarily in the Oxford and Avon Grove School Districts. Open 8:30am-4:30pm Mon - Fri.. Bilingual (Spanish) workers on staff.
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CHESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE
100 James Buchanan Drive Phone (610) 466-1160
Thorndale, PA 19372
(888) 814-4698 - Toll Free
(877) 395-8930 - Toll Free Call-in Center for current clients
(610) 466-1043 - LIHEAP
(610) 466-1008 TDD
(619) 466-1130 FAX
CHESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE- OXFORD
35 North Third Street
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-8270 FAX
(610) 869-8557
(610) 932-8557
CHESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSISTANCE- PHOENIXVILLE
257 Church Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
(610) 933-1563 FAX
(610) 933-1105
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income families pay their heating bills.
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KENNETT AREA COMMUNITY SERVICE
515 South Broad Street
P.O. Box 1025
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Assistance with rent, fuel, utilities, medical help, and emergency overnight housing is provided. Food is distributed Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 12:00 noon until 3:00PM. Holiday food baskets are provided to families referred by service agencies.
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OXFORD GRAIN & HAY
112 Railroad Avenue
Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 932-8914 - call Brenda on this line for fuel
(610) 932-8521
SERVICES: Heating Fuel Assistance
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UTAP (VERIZON)- Telephone Bill Assistance
1717 Arch Street Phone (800) 640-4155
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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PUC - Utility Assistance
Philadelphia, PA 19104 (800) 692-7380 - Philadelphia
(800) 782-1110 - Harrisburg
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