COVID-19 RESOURCES
If you need to connect with resources in your community, but don’t know where to look, Pennsylvania 211 is a great place to start. From help with a utilities bill, to housing assistance, after-school programs for kids, and more, you can dial 211 or text your zip code to #898-211 to talk with a resource specialist for free.
— Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
— Cash Assistance
— Health Care Coverage (Medical Assistance)
— Home Heating Assistance (LIHEAP)
— Family Planning Services
— Help with Child Care
— School Meals
— Long-Term Living Services
Bucks County
1214 Veterans Highway
Bristol, PA 19007-2593
Office Hours 8am-5pm
Toll Free: 1-800-362-1291
Phone: 215-781-3300
Fax: 215-781-3438
Philadelphia County
Office Headquarters
801 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Office Hours: 8am-5pm
Phone: 215-560-7226
Fax: 215-560-3214
30103 Delaire Landing Road
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Phone: (215)-632-9100
Email: Delaire@uchweb.comSalem Harbour Apartments:
455 Olde Bridge Road
Bensalem, PA 19020
Phone: (215)-639-1000
Email: SalemHarbour@uchweb.comArbor Lane Apartments:
600 Old Street Rd
Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053
Phone: (215)-357-6655
Email: ArborLane@uchweb.com
Rental Assistance
BUCKS COUNTY
EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
If you have been impacted by COVID-19, apply for rental assistance today at https://buckscounty.org/LivingAndWorking/RentHelp.
Program Highlights:
- One or more individuals of the renter’s household must meet the following criteria to qualify:
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- Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19;
- Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability;
- Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median.
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- You can apply for a full 12 months of back rent, as well as an additional 3 months of future rent if there is a concern for future housing instability.
- You do not have to be arrears in order to qualify for assistance with future rent.
- Residents that have received rental assistance funding via other programs are eligible.
- Assistance can cover home internet costs needed for distance learning, telework, and telehealth, helping to keep families connected to school, work, and healthcare.
Bucks County is utilizing Neighborly Software for their online applications. You will be required to create an account with Neighborly. After creating your account, you will receive an email from Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance (BERA) (no-reply@neighborlysoftware.com) confirming your registration. You can then login and select the “Tenant: Rental & Utility Assistance” option to start a new application. You will be required to provide documentation of eligibility, such as identification and income documentation.
For Section G of the Application, please insert the following Landlord information:
G.5 Landlord/Entity Name [University City Housing Company for Arbor Lane and Salem Harbour Associates for Salem Harbour]
G.6 Landlord Phone Number 610-525-3900, Option 1
G.7 Landlord Email accountsreceivable@uchweb.com
Please let us know once you submit your application!
After you submit your application, UCH will receive an email and a code allowing us to complete the Landlord portion of the application.
If you are not able to submit your application electronically and/or have questions regarding the application or need assistance in completing it, please call the Bucks County Emergency Rental Assistance (BERA) Helpline at 1-888-50-BUCKS Monday through Saturday, 9am-4pm. UCH’s Accounts Receivable Department (610-525-3900, Option 1) is also more than happy to help!
Grants – Nonprofits, Individuals, Small Businesses
https://learning.candid.org/resources/knowledge-base/covid-19-emergency-financial-resources/
Credit Cards
If you have seen a reduction in pay due to COVID-19 and are struggling to make your credit card or loan payments, contact your lender right away. Regulatory agencies have encouraged financial institutions to work with customers impacted by the coronavirus. For guidance, visit the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau or contact a credit counselor near you