Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Berks County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment
Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

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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: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (610) 736-4211
  • (866) 215-3912 - Hotline/Toll-Free
  • (610) 736-4004 - Fax
Fee Amounts: Free
Intake Procedure: Walk in, call or visit the website at www.compass.state.pa.us
Geographical Area: Berks
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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Berks County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment
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