Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.
Galatians 6:2
Resources
In an effort to assist those in need in our community, following is a list of available resources. If you or someone you know requires assistance, please contact the appropriate resource and make use of the assistance that is available. If you are not sure who to contact, start by dialing 211, or by contacting your local church.
Please Check on Family, Friends and Neighbors
Remember to check on your family, friends, and neighbors during each season, including power outages, cold, snow, and flooding.
The Great Commandment (Mark 12:30-31)
[30] Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ [31] The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’[g] There is no commandment greater than these.”
People Fund
The People Fund is a Mission of the Church that provides Financial Assistance to Tri-Valley Residents in need of a Helping Hand. The assistance is confidential and subject to the rules of the People Fund. For more information or to request assistance, please contact the church office.
Local Resources
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- St Andrews UMC People Fund
- For assistance paying bills such as medical, utilities, heating, or rent.
- Contact the Church Office at 570-682-3508 or [email protected]
- Pine Creek Outreach
- Assistance with food, household items, and Christmas gifts
- (570) 691-8133 or (570) 294-3581
- St Johns Food Closet
- Provides food assistance. (570)-682-9119
- Tri Valley Charities
- Provides Emergency funding for special needs.
- Emergency Assistance Letter
- Emergency Assistance Application
- Across the Valley
- Assistance with minor home projects and cleanup.
- Contact Pat Moore at 570-682-3960 or [email protected]
- acrossthevalley.org
- Servants to All
- Assistance for Homeless
State and County Resources
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- Jewel Womens Center
- No-Cost and Confidential Women’s Center
- Call or Text (570) 990-2259
- LIHEAP
- Assistance with heating bills and Emergency Energy Assistance.
- PPL Electric Utilities
- Apply for assistance and payment plans.
- Weatherization
- Assistance to weatherize your home.
- Schuylkill Community Action
- Schuylkill County Assistance Office (CAO)
- Schuylkill County Children and Youth Services
- Schuylkill County Mental Health Services
- Schuylkill County Senior Services
- PA Department of Aging
- Programs and Services, Prescription Discounts, and Rent/Property Tax Rebates
- PA Link to Community Care
- Helping seniors or those with disabilities find support and services, including transportation options.
- Utility Services Termination 1-800-692-7380