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Assisted Housing Resources

This page includes Assisted Housing Resources from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. For more information, click here.


Children's Programs and Benefits

The Department of Public Welfare Programs of Child Support, Child Protection, Dependency, Adoption, Mental Health, Subsidized Child Care, and Child Welfare are governed under the authority of the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. They include services to aid, support, and protect families and individuals with state and federal funds, as well as providing measures to reduce family dependency on those funds. For more information about these programs and others, click here.


Cash Assistance

General Assistance (GA) is a cash payment supplemented by Medicaid, which is paid exclusively from State funds, for categories of persons who do not qualify for Federal Assistance. These catagories would include: individuals who have an illness without minor children in their care or needy children in the care of non-relatives. Needy persons applying for disability benefits might receive GA if they agree to reimburse the state from disability benefits when received as a condition of eligibility. For more information, click here.


Construction and Renovation

During these extraordinary times, it is important to remember that as we continue to expand area of land we inhabit, we should also consider the impact of development. To reduce the further degradation of the environment, it may be prudent to utilize the various green technologies available in the market as well as the incentives available from the federal and state governments to ensure energy efficiency, resource conservation, and cost effectiveness. For more information about the resources available for home developments and renovation projects, click here.


Consumer Complaint Process

I understand the frustration and aggravation that arises from dissatisfaction with products and services. To assist the constituents of the 7th District, I have put together the following resources to assist you in your efforts to voice your complaints about the products and services you purchase and receive. Given the current state of the economy, it is important to practice financial responsibility; these resources are intended to help you eliminate wasteful spending on the goods and services that are not fit for the purpose for which they were sold. For more information, click here.


Disabilities Resources

Click here for resouces and information pertaining to disabilities.


Domestic Violence Prevention Assistance

If you or someone you care about is in an abusive situation there are many options for assistance. If there has been recent abuse, the victim should go to the local police department speak with an officer. In addition, a victim can contact the local District Attorney to file a petition requesting a Protection from Abuse Act and/or contact one of the many local and non-profit organizations chartered to aid victims of domestic violence. Click here for more resources.


Food Stamps and other Food Programs

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the new name for the Food Stamp program. SNAP benefits are used to buy food and help low-income households in Pennsylvania obtain more nutritious diets. Eligible participants can use the program to increase their food purchasing power at grocery stores and supermarkets. Other food resources that may interest you include: the National School Lunch Program, Local Food Pantry and Soup Kitchens, and the Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC). Click here for more information.


Foreclosure Prevention and Resources

The rapid increase in defaults in the 7th District is one of my principal concerns. To address this endemic threat, I have compiled a list of resources on the issue which could lessen the possibility of the title to your property being transferring in a Sheriff Sale. Click here to learn more about foreclosure prevention resources.


Health Information

This page includes information about Medicare, Medicald, Medical Insuarnce, COBRA, and more


Identity Theft Prevention

Identity Theft is a serious problem that requires immediate attention. If you believe that you have been the victim of Identity Theft or would like additional information about Identity Theft Prevention, click here.


Landlord-Tenant Issues

To assist the tenants of the 7th congressional district of Pennsylvania, I have assembled a list of resources offering information on affordable housing and rent subsidies as well as information on landlord tenant law. In the event that you require assistance paying the rent or information on the laws applicable to landlords and tenants, please do not hesitate to contact these helpful resources. For more information, click here.


Legal Resources

he separation of powers embedded in the constitution precludes me from representing you in the courts. I understand, however, that legal matters often arise when the time that may be dedicated to properly vetting an attorney is limited. I have complied a list of helpful resources to assist your search for an attorney. Click here for more information.


 

Social Security Benefits

This page includes information about Social Security Benefits such as SSI and SSDI and other related resources. Click here for more information.


Tax Assistance

Filing taxes and tax issues can be complex and overwhelming. Therefore, I have compiled a list of useful Tax Assistance Resources from the IRS. These include links to forms and publications, the latest IRS News, The Making Work Pay Tax Credit, the Withholding Calculator, Refund Information, and more. Click here to access these links and resources.


 Employment Issues

This page includes information about Employment Resources, Unemployment Resources, Workers Compensation, and more. Click here to view theses resources.


Utilities Resources

For your convenience, I have compiled a list of helpful information regarding utilities. Included on this page is information regarding how to pursue a concern with the Utility Company and contact information for the Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate. Also included on this page is information regarding the various assistance programs available through  PECO and AQUA. For more information, click here.


Weatherization Resources

Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development administers the statewide weatherization program through local Community Action Agencies. Pennsylvania’s WAP provides weatherization and energy conservation services at no cost to low-income households. Click here for more information

 

 

2009 Working Families Resources Summit
 To provide constituents with the proper information and tools to compete in the workforce and to care for themselves and their families, I hosted my first Working Families Resources Summit in August of 2009. I recognize the increasing burden being placed on families across the District and so I organized the summit to network constituents with government agencies and private organizations. More than 300 residents from across the region attended the event in which government agencies at all levels were integrated with non-profit organizations to offer access to housing assistance, student loans, employment, health care, disability aid and other existing support.