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Welfare Frequently Asked Questions
- What expenses can the Town assist me with?
- What else does welfare do?
- Is Fuel Assistance available from Milford Welfare?
- Does Milford Welfare pay security deposits?
- How do I apply if I am disabled?
- Does the Milford Welfare office have handicapped access?
- I am not a Milford resident, can I still apply?
- I do not speak English well, do you have interpreters?
- Can I apply over the phone or the internet?
- I received help from Milford Welfare in the past, do I have to reapply?
- Does Milford offer emergency shelter if I am homeless?
What can the Town assist me with?
Rent - need demand for rent or notice to quit from landlord; 1st month's rent
Utilities (electric, heat)
Prescriptions
Certain requirements must be met
Client needs to provide a current doctor's prescription
Client is responsible in obtaining pricing from a participating pharmacy
In addition to providing financial assistance, the following are common referrals which are made as a result of coming to the Welfare Department:
- Counseling-Individual and Family
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Domestic Violence Advocacy
- Homeless Outreach and Case Management
- Assistance in completing forms to apply for other services
- Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs
- Budget Counseling
- State Welfare: food stamps, child care, child support, cash assistance, Medicaid/Healthy Kids, unemployment, employment
- Social Security
- Host Homes
- Mediation
Is Fuel Assistance available from Milford Welfare?
No, Fuel Assistance is administered by Southern NH Services.
Call 1-877-757-7048
Does Milford Welfare pay security deposits?
No, The Town may assist with first month's rent to qualified applicants.
How do I apply if I am disabled?
Call to make an appointment and suitable arrangements will be made
Does the Milford Welfare office have handicapped access?
Yes.
I am not a Milford resident, can I still apply?
In New Hampshire each town (city) has their own Welfare Department for their residents. You will be referred to the town of your residency.
I do not speak English well, do you have interpreters?
Arrangements will be made to the best of our ability. Often times family members may accompany a client at their appointment.
Can I apply over the phone or the internet?
No, Applications must be delivered in person at a scheduled appointment.
I received help from Milford Welfare in the past, do I have to reapply?
Yes, Each time assistance is requested, an appointment must be made and an application reviewed.
Does Milford offer emergency shelter if I am homeless?
Milford residents are referred to shelters throughout New Hampshire (usually Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter).