Local Community Resources
Everyone needs a Helping Hand every now and again. Our Mission group, Mount Moriah Helping Hands has taken some time to pull together some local resources to help meet you where you are at.
Resource List
Temporary Housing List
If you don't have a place to go, contact someone below:
Ruth's Place
Luzerne County’s only 24/7 emergency shelter serving women experiencing homelessness.
For immediate assistance please call!
VA Homeless Programs
If you are a Veteran who is homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness, we strongly encourage you to contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
Manna House Apartments
Manna House provides up to two years of transitional housing to individuals between 18-24 years old who are experiencing homelessness.
Domestic Violence Service Center
A counselor is available by phone, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to provide counseling, information about Protection from Abuse Orders, referrals to other community resources, and other services including emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children.
Resources for Food
Here are a few options if you are experiencing food insecurity.
Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)
CEO Wilkes-Barre Food Pantry - Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Produce Market at Nebo Baptist Church
Nebo Baptist Church offers their free produce market to those in need in the community. The market is offered on the first Wednesday of the month, 4-6PM.
Food Pantry at Saint Faustina Parish in Nanticoke
The food pantry takes place on the first 4 Wednesdays of the month from 9am - 11am.
Transportation
If you need a ride, contact one of these resources.
Dial-A-Driver
Dial-a-Driver provides transportation services to individuals with disabilities and seniors throughout Luzerne County.
To request an application or clarification on eligibility, call
Luzerne County Transportation Authority
Fixed route and shared ride options.
Clothing
If you are in need of cloting, we can help.
Mount Moriah Helping Hands Clothing Closet
Free clothing to anyone in need, open Thursdays 10 AM - 2 PM.
Closed on holidays and if the Greater Nanticoke Area School District closes due to inclement weather.
Prayer
If you are in need of prayer, we can help.
Mount Moriah Independent Fellowship
If you need prayer, let us know. Use the phone number above, or the contact us button. You are also welcome to come to any of our services, or contact us through Facebook Messenger.
Above resources verified January 2026.
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