Private, non-profit agency which serves the economically and socially disadvantaged by responding to their specific needs, enabling them to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential through individual, social, and educational development.

Services may include, but are not limited to,

• food commodities,
• emergency food,
• energy assistance,
• clothing,
• limited financial assistance dependent upon funding sources,
• family development programs,
• special housing programs, and telephone assistance

You can apply for the telephone assistance program at either Health and Welfare or the Community Action Agency.

Other community programs may be available, call your local office for details.

IDA stands for Individual Development Accounts.

IDAs are matched savings accounts that can only be used to save for a certain asset goal.

To get more information ask to speak to an account manager.