Emergency Assistance

Central Indiana Food Pantries: Food Pantries provide a limited amount of food to individuals and families in short-term emergency situations. Available provisions and supplies fluctuate since pantries often rely on donated items. Request for assistance is usually linked with other financial or social problems and an assessment may identify other available services.

For additional information and a location near you, contact:
Help Line 211
Dial 2-1-1 from any phone
Or call 317-926-4357

Food Stamps: Food stamps are available to low-income persons regardless of age. However, special consideration is given to those aged 60 and older. Eligibility is based on household size and total household income with deductions made for medical expenses. Food stamps are issued monthly and can be mailed to those over 60 years old.

Utility Assistance: During the winter season, the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helps low-income persons pay heating expenses by applying a one-time payment to the utility accounts of those who qualify. For information on eligibility guidelines and nearest application site, www.state.in.us/fssa/families/housing/cap.

For additional information, see CIOA's Central Indiana Resource Guide: Solutions or contact CICOA's Aging & Disability Resource Center at (317) 254-3660 and (800) 432-2422.