Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
Butler County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment
Provides payment toward the cost of burial or cremation of the remains of eligible individuals. Payment is made directly to the funeral director.
Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who:
  • Received Supplemental Security Income or SSI
    • Were receiving cash benefits from the Department of Human Services prior to death
    • Were found eligible for cash assistance prior to death (but had not yet received payment)
    • Residents of nursing homes who received SSI or nursing home care payments prior to Jan. 1, 1973, continuously to the present
    • Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    (724) 284-8844
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    Phone/FAX Numbers
    • (724) 284-8844
    • (800) 256-0093 - Hotline/Toll-Free
    • (724) 284-8833 - Fax
    Email Address: C-BUTLERCA@pa.gov
    Intake Procedure: Call for details.
    Geographical Area: Service available in all of Pennsylvania. Clients must contact the office in the county where they live (even if another county's office is closer to their residence).
    Helpful Tips: To receive payment, the funeral director must be registered as a provider with DHS.

    Please Note: Allegheny CAO Headquarters Office is NOT open to the public. District offices are available for walk-in service.
  • Individuals are assigned to the district office that serves their address upon application for benefits.
    • Staff at Headquarters will direct callers who wish to apply in person to the appropriate district office.
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    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Butler County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment
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