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Mon, Nov 2 to Fri, Apr 23 · Online on COMPASS or call 1-866-857-7095
Cash grants of $200–$1,000 for heating bills, plus Crisis grants, for households at or under 150% of the poverty level. Apply free on COMPASS.
Tue, Jan 19 · 9 a.m.–12 p.m. · 1424 Chestnut Street
Community Legal Services takes walk-in intake on Tuesdays and Thursdays: housing, benefits, debt and more. Arrive early — slots fill.
Thu, Jan 21 · 9 a.m.–12 p.m. · 1424 Chestnut Street
Community Legal Services takes walk-in intake on Tuesdays and Thursdays: housing, benefits, debt and more. Arrive early — slots fill.
Sat, Jan 23 · 9 a.m.–12 p.m. · 861 E. Allegheny Avenue
The Allegheny Avenue health center is open Saturday morning. Low-cost care — call ahead to check the day's services.
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