Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southeastern County Assistance Offices
Chester 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: Hours vary by County Assistance Office. Call or visit the website for details.
(610) 466-1000
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Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (610) 466-1000
  • (888) 814-4698 - Hotline/Toll-Free
  • (610) 466-1130 - Fax
Fee Amounts: Services provided free of charge
Intake Procedure: Call or visit the website for details.
Geographical Area: Service available in all of Pennsylvania.

Each County Assistance Office serves ONLY residents of the county in which it is located.
Helpful Tips: Please note that to receive payment, the funeral director must be registered as a provider with DHS.
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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southeastern County Assistance Offices
Chester County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment
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