Healthcare Coverage
Compass
COMPASS is an online tool for Pennsylvanians to apply for many health and human service programs. Explore and apply for health care services, food and nutrition programs, child care assistance, emergency rentals, and submit referrals for early intervention and intellectual disability services.
Local Clinics
Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic: If you are not eligible for one of the Medical Assistance programs but you meet certain income requirements, you may qualify for free medical care, dental care and prescription medications through the Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic. The clinic provides care for eligible patients through the volunteer efforts and financial support of numerous healthcare providers, community members and Doylestown Hospital.
HealthLink Dental Center: HealthLink is a free dental clinic serving uninsured, low-wage earning adults and military veterans in Bucks and Montgomery Counties.
Doylestown Hospital Financial Assistance: Even if you do not qualify for any of the free healthcare services, the Doylestown Hospital Financial Assistance Program may be able to help you with your healthcare costs. Whether you are uninsured or underinsured, there are times when your portion of the healthcare bill represents a significant percent of your total household income, making payment a financial hardship. In these situations, financial counselors at Doylestown Hospital are ready to help you determine the available payment options for the hospital portion of your bill. Special financing programs, sliding scale fees and charity care may also be available to those who qualify.
Bucks County Department of Health: The Bucks County Department of Health offers free immunizations, lead screening, an STD clinic, Women Infants and Children (WIC) benefits, and a housing program if you are at risk of or have lost your place of residence. For appointments and clinic locations click here.
Healthcare References
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America offers a series of online courses and materials for families of children with allergies and asthma, including information to help navigate food allergies, to develop an asthma action plan, and severe asthma care.
Real Alternatives Empowering Women: Real Alternatives helps pregnant and parenting women through its 1-888-LIFE AID hotline and the services provided by pregnancy support centers, social service and adoption agencies, and maternity homes it funds throughout Pennsylvania.
Housing/Utility Insecurity Resources
McKinney-Vento
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures that homeless children and youth will secure immediate enrollment in school, facilitating the stability of their education. The term “homeless children and youth” refers to individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or similar reason.
The New Hope Solebury School District has designated its Director of Student Services as the liaison for students in homeless situations.
Education for Homeless Youth- Basic Education Circular (BEC) - Department of Education of the Commonwealth of PA
Bucks County Emergency Homeless Shelter
The Bucks County Emergency Homeless Shelter is a temporary residence for individuals and families who have lost safe and stable housing run through Family Services.
The shelter operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It serves as a temporary home to approximately 75-90 people at any given time.
For more information, visit the the Shelter's webpage.
Bucks County Housing Group
The Bucks County Housing Group provides a wide range of housing, food, and related social services to homeless and food-insecure families. They operate community-based programs including Permanent Supportive Housing and Bridge and HOME programs, Rapid Rehousing programs, free first-time homebuyers counseling, two community food pantries located in Doylestown and Penndel, two Mobile markets, three community gardens, and 87 scattered-site affordable housing units. Their services span the entire continuum of need to best serve our most vulnerable community members with the primary goal is to assist families in attaining permanent housing and food security.
Visit the Bucks County Housing Group website
Bucks County Housing Authority
The Bucks County Housing Authority works to provide safe, sanitary, and decent affordable housing for all eligible persons, regardless of race, sex, color, age, religion, familial status, disability, handicap, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or marital status. Public housing programs are offered to those with low income and very low income families, seniors (62 and over), and non-elderly disabled individuals.
For more information, visit the Bucks County Housing Authority website.
Utility Assistance Programs
Facilitated by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, low-income households or households going through a hardship may qualify for assistance with utility bills. This includes electric, natural gas, water and other additional assistance programs.
For details, visit the PUC Utility Assistant Program Resource.
Unemployment Resources
PA Career Link
The Pennsylvania Career Link offers connection to a variety of employment resources, trainings, services and support to help individuals who are out of work. From job postings to support services for veterans, students and individuals with disabilities, Career Link hosts a robust connection of partnerships to those who are unemployed or underemployed.
Visit the PA Career Link website to get started.
Food/Clothing Insecurity Resources
Food Pantries
Clothing/Household Resources
Support Services for Families with Children with Disabilities
Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network
PaTTAN, Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network, provides a robust listing of family support services for families with children with disabilities. Examples include linkage to support specialists, parent centers, parent education and advocacy leadership, bilingual training and more.
Visit the PaTTAN's Resource Website for the complete listing.
Public Safety
If you are experiencing a medical emergency or other crisis, dial 9-1-1 for immediate assistance.