COMPASS is an online site that allows families to apply for several Pennsylvania benefits. Families can apply for Subsidized Childcare, Medical Assistance, Cash Assistance, SNAP, LIHEAP and CHIP.
The County Assistance Office is available to help provide financial assistance to families so you can become financially independent. If you have low income and have limited resources, you may be eligible in Pennsylvania for cash assistance or general assistance. To apply for subsidized childcare, Medical Assistance, Cash Assistance, SNAP, LIHEAP and CHIP, complete the applications below.
If you have low income and limited resources, you may be eligible in Pennsylvania for cash assistance or general assistance.
If you would like to request a paper copy of the Child Care Works application, please visit your ELRC Region page here. Click on the region in which you live and then click on the green Child Care Works button.