Crisis Services
ASERT does not offer crisis services through our Resource Center. If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health distress or thoughts of suicide please call or text 988 for support.
Category: Housing
811 Project Rental Assistance
This resource provides information on the 811 Project Rental Assistance program, a partnership between the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) and the state Department of Human Services (DHS) focused on keeping people with disabilities out of institutional housing through supportive independent living.
Read moreAssistance with Electric and Utility Bills
Paying bills and managing a budget can be difficult, especially on a fixed income. This information sheet provides information about programs available in Pennsylvania to assist individuals with electric and other utility bills.
Read moreAutism Housing Network
The Autism Housing Network is a database of user-generated resources and residential opportunities for individuals with autism and also fosters a supportive and encouraging online community.
Read moreBe Safe: Home Safety Social Story
This resource, part of the Be Safe resource collection, is a social story explaining ways to stay safe when at home.
Read moreDHCD Housing Resource Guide
The Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) publishes the DHCD Housing Resource Guide that includes information on home ownership, rental assistance, emergency shelter, home repair, utility assistance, and other programs.
Read moreDisability Rights in Housing
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing and housing-related transactions because of disability.
Read moreFinancial Assistance with Housing
This information sheet provides resources to assist individuals and families who may be struggling with covering housing costs for people who both rent or own their home.
Read moreFoster Care Social Story
This social story created by ASERT describes the various aspects of foster care to individuals with autism.
Read moreFulfilling the American Dream
Having a home to call one’s own is a giant milestone millions of Americans strive to achieve.
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