Prevention, Retention and Contingency (PRC)

The Prevention, Retention, and Contingency Program (PRC) of Perry County is designed to provide benefits and services to low-income families to overcome immediate barriers that prevent the achievement of self-sufficiency by promoting work and personal responsibility.


PRC plan


Other PRC Programs Include:


Vehicle Repairs and Tires

Last 30 days income or if you just started working a statement from employer with how many hours a week you will be working, rate of pay, your first day you start.

  • Valid Drivers License
  • Proof of insurance
  • Title of registration to vehicle
  • 3 Estimates for work to be done

Relocation for closer to employment

Last 30 days income or if you just started working a statement from employer with how many hours a week you will be working, rate of pay, your first day you start.


You will need to get a statement from your landlord with his name, address and signature stating the physical address you are trying to move to and how much of a deposit is required.


Individualized Training Program (ITP)

PRC can assist with the cost of tuition, fees, and books to obtain a certification from an approved program, up to a maximum amount of $5,000. It will be the responsibility of the individual to pay for any cost incurred over the maximum allowable amount of $5,000 for this Individualized Training Plan Program.


PRC Individualized Training Plan Requirements:

  • Individual must be 16-24 years old with a high school diploma or GED and in a household with a minor child.
  • Individual is 16-24 years old with a diploma or GED that has a minor child of their own or who has a current child support order administered by Perry County.
  • The individual's total household income must be at or below the 200% Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG).
  • Must be a resident of Perry County.
  • Training up to the maximum amount of $5,000.