Town of Manchester - General Assistance

The General Assistance Program is to provide immediate help to people who do not have enough money for basic needs, such as rent/mortgage, food, heating fuel, medications, non-elective medical care and other items that are essential to maintain themselves or their families. In order to receive GA, people must follow program rules and meet the eligibility conditions. In order to receive assistance, you must apply in person and fill out an application. If your situation in not life threatening you may be expected to make an appointment. When you apply, you will be asked to give the administrator information necessary to determine your eligibility. You will be asked for your household income, expenses and the number of people in your household. You will also be asked to show the administrator proof of your expenses, including food, rent/mortgage, heating fuel, electricity, water/sewer, medical expenses, and so on. Remember, without complete information about your income and expenses, the administrator can’t determine if you are eligible.

Assistance for basic needs such Rent/Mortgage, Food, Heating Fuel, Medications, Non-Elective Medical Care, etc.