Are you a current or former foster youth?  If you were in care at age 14 or over and are currently under age 27 AND a current resident of Westmoreland County, you may be eligible for a direct pandemic relief payment. Funding ends for youth aged 23 to 27 on 9/30/2021, so please hurry! 

Online Application

Make sure to also upload or mail in a signed W9 or the payment can’t be made.  The amount of the payment will depend on the number of youth who apply.  Apply by August 16, 2021 to ensure funding is still available.  

If you meet the above criteria and are in need of services through the Independent Living Program please email the IL Coordinator, Angela Lankey, LSW at [email protected]  Services end for youth aged 23 to 27 on 9/30/2021, so please hurry!