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How to Apply

Please read all of the following information before applying for assistance.  

     The Town of Epping, NH Public Assistance provides temporary emergency assistance to town residents for the basic necessities of life when no other resource is available.  Local Assistance is rendered in voucher form only.

If you need temporary emergency assistance:

     To apply for Epping Public emergency assistance, you must obtain and complete the Application Form. You can obtain this form from this website or at the Town Hall, 157 Main Street, Epping, NH or you can pick one up during business hours (Monday - Thurs 8:00 am to 3:00 pm).  You can also email the Welfare Director and have one sent to you electronically or through the mail.  Should you have any questions or comments, please contact the Welfare Administrator at (603) 679-1224 ext. 34   You can also download forms from the Town’s website. Print and complete all forms and submit in a confidential envelope labeled “ASSISTANCE APPLICATION” and mail to Public Assistance at 157 Main St. Epping, NH 03042 or drop in the drop box at the front door of the Town Hall.

     If you need any of the services listed below, contact the State Division of Health and Human Services.
 
The Manchester District Office serves Epping residents and is located at 361 Lincoln Street, Manchester NH.  Their phone number is 603 668-2330. Their Web Site is www.dhhs.nh.gov.  Call them to schedule an intake appointment for the services you need.
 
ANB – Aid to the Needy Blind
APTD – Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled
Child Care
Child Support
DEAS – Division of Elderly and Adult Services
DCYF – Division of Children, Youth and Families
EBT – Electronic Benefits Transfer
Food Stamps
Healthy Kids Program
Medicaid
OAA – Old Age Assistance
TANF – Temporary Assistance to Needy Families
 
Fuel Assistance program
If you need any of the services listed below, contact the Rockingham County Community Action Program (CAP).
 
Persons seeking fuel assistance should call Rockingham Community Action in Raymond at 895-2303 to make an appointment at the Raymond office.   
Electric Assistance Program
 
 
The Application must be fully completed and be signed by all adult household occupants.

Do not email or fax completed Applications. The completed Application must be brought in person to the applicant(s)’ scheduled intake interview along with the following:
 
Proof of Identification for all household members, such as picture ID, driver’s license and birth certificate.
Social Security numbers for all household members.
Proof of income/benefits from any source for all household members, such as TANF, food stamps, child support, Social Security (SSI/SSD/Retirement), unemployment compensation, Workers’ Compensation, VA, and/or current pay stubs for the past four (4) weeks.
Proof of Current Tax Return.
Proof of Residency such as: current rent receipts, copy of rental agreement or lease, statement from person with whom you are residing; a mortgage statement or deed.
Proof of Expenses such as – rent or mortgage, utilities, child care, food, vehicle and medical expenses, or any other receipts you have for the household.
Proof of Cash Resources for all household members such as: savings passbooks, current checking or savings account statement from your bank or credit union, cash on hand.
Proof of Personal or Real Estate Property such as: vehicle or mobile home.
Doctor’s Statement is necessary if anyone in the household is unable to work. This statement must include the nature and extent of the disability, as well as any work limitations.
Proof of any programs you have applied for such as: APTD (State Disability), TANF, food stamps, Medicaid, Social Security (SSI/SSD/Retirement) Medicare, VA benefits, Fuel Assistance/W.I.C., Unemployment Compensation, Workers Compensation.
     Applicants facing eviction are to bring copies of all documents relating to the eviction, as well as the name and phone number of the landlord or the landlord’s agent.