Dear fellow Aidpage members:  I am sending this updated message on behalf of Aidpage member http://mrsdraper.aidpage.com/.

Some of you may have already read this post, while others are reading it for the very first time.  To all newcomers; as an Aidpage member since September 28, 2010, I am aware and truly understand that most people who visit the Aidpage website are NOT in a financial position to give monetary donations to others, including me.  I also understand that there are a lot of bad people in this world who prey upon and scam those who are honest and giving.  These factors make it difficult for me to compose the following plea on this person’s behalf.  I am an honest and giving individual and want to help this family, but know I cannot do it alone. 

The Draper family moved to Ellenwood, GA in August after being forced to leave the crowded conditions they were living in by DFCS.  http://mrsdraper.aidpage.com/and her husband are parents to 3 toddlers.  This family of 5 was living in the same home with her mother, brother, and disabled aunt, which made a total of 8 people living under the same roof.  These living arrangements were not done out of choice, but out of desperation of not being able to afford a place of their own since her husband has been unemployed for over a year. 

After only a few short months of moving to a new city, their electricity has been disconnected and they are not eligible for utility assistance since they’ve been customers for less than 4 months.  (I personally contacted the electric company on her behalf, which is why I know this).  They are also in need of food and other necessity items.  They tried seeking help from local churches in the area but were turned away due to the church's lack of funds or simply being told, “We don’t help.”  This family is trying everything they can to survive under the circumstances.  Mrs. Draper’s husband even traveled to Colorado a few weeks ago where he went looking for work.  He had a potential employer there who paid for a one-way Greyhound bus ticket from Conyers, GA to Fort Collins, CO with the promise of a job.  However after arriving, the job opportunity fell through and he found himself stranded there since he didn't have the money to return home.  But fortunately with help from the Salvation Army and day labor jobs, he was able to purchase a bus ticket back home just in time for Thanksgiving, but they are still struggling with no source of income.

I have known and personally assisted http://mrsdraper.aidpage.com/for over a year and can vouch for her honesty and integrity that she’s telling the truth.  We all need a helping hand from time to time, and that’s the position she’s in right now.  If anyone would like to make a donation to help this family, even if it’s only a $1.00, please go to https://www.paypal.com/.  You will need to sign up for a PayPal account if you don’t already have one in order to make a donation and enter her email address mrssaywhat@yahoo.com after you select the “send money” button   Thank you all for your support.  Inspiration. 

hi my name is ann i am in great need of help i luve in independence mo. i have been trying to get money to pay for my light bill and now christmas i have a 3 yearold with asthma and i have chronic myloid leukemia i had to quit my job due to my health . i had gotten a parttime babysitting job but of course they never showed up no call nothing light company is expecting a payment that i dont have now had they told me they will not work with me anymore and now christmas is coming i dont know what to do . i just need something to go right , i am so lost . thanks

FPL ASSIST Program

FPL's ASSIST Program encompasses a vast network of social-service organizations located throughout our service territory. For more information on some of the energy-assistance programs that are offered in FPL's service area, including agency names and phone numbers for your city or county, click on the links below:

Some of the energy-assistance programs that are offered in FPL's service area include:

• LIHEAP – Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (federally funded)
• EHEAEP – Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (federally funded)
• FEMA/EFSP – Federal Emergency Management Agency - Emergency Food and Shelter Program (individual assistance)
• FPL Care To Share^® – FPL-sponsored emergency assistance fund

For preliminary eligibility requirements by program, please review the Eligibility Criteria matrix.

   LIHEAP

Annually, the state of Florida receives funding from the federal government to help low-income people pay their utility bills. The program that provides this funding is called the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). LIHEAP funds are distributed through community-based agencies working throughout Florida. FPL works closely with both state and local agencies and organizations in the administration of LIHEAP and other such funds, as part of our ASSIST Program.

To be eligible to receive help, your household's income may not exceed 150 percent of the poverty guidelines. If your household's income is greater than this amount, you may still be eligible, because some types of income are not counted.

To find out where to apply for the funds, please visit the state of Florida 's Department of Community Affairs Web site, and then click on the link for the Community Assistance Local Programs and Contacts List. Locate your county on the list. The contact agency providing assistance in paying utility bills is listed under “LIHEAP.”

Click here for a video presentation on LIHEAP.

When applying for assistance, you must provide proof, such as a utility bill, that you are responsible for all or part of the energy costs for the household. Other requirements are explained here.

Individuals interested in applying for LIHEAP assistance should contact their local/state LIHEAP agency.
For more information, go to:

• www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/liheap/
• http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/brochure/brochure.html
• www.floridacommunitydevelopment.org/liheap/index.cfm

   EHEAEP

The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly program is available for financially eligible people, 60 years of age and older, who are experiencing an energy-related crisis.

A crisis may be an impending cut-off of utility services, lack of fuel or wood, a broken heating or cooling system, or an unusually hot or cold season energy expense. A recipient may receive financial assistance a maximum of twice a year – once during the heating season and again during the cooling season. Financial eligibility for this program is determined by a local community agency designated by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.

Individuals interested in applying for EHEAEP assistance should contact their local/state EHEAEP agency. For more information, call 1-800-963-5337, or view http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/english/eheap_providers.php.

   FEMA - Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP)

FEMA's Emergency Food and Shelter Program was created by Congress to help meet the needs of hungry and homeless people throughout the United States and its territories by allocating federal funds for the provision of food and shelter.

Program funds are used to provide the following, as determined by the local board in funded jurisdictions:

• Food, in the form of served meals or groceries
• Lodging in a mass shelter or hotel
• One month's rent or mortgage payment
• One month's utility bill
• Minimal repairs to allow a mass feeding or sheltering facility to function during the program year, and/or
• Equipment necessary to feed or shelter people, up to a $300 limit per item.

Click here for FEMA - EFSP locations and information by county.

More information: www.efsp.unitedway.org/

Low Income Energy Assistance Program - (LIEAP)

LIEAP will officially open for general intake on Monday, December 6th, and close at the end of the day on Friday, December 10th. Applications may be obtained at local DHHR offices, Community Action agencies, or senior centers operated by an Area Agency on Aging. The online application will also be available on the DHHR website at www.wvinroads.org. In situations where a heating emergency exists, applicants must be seen by a DHHR Worker.

The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) assists eligible households with the cost of home heating through direct cash payments or payments to utility companies on their behalf. A crisis component is available for households without resources facing the loss of a heating source. Eligibility for both program components is based on a combination of factors, including income, type of heating payment, and total heating costs.

LIEAP is funded entirely by a federal block grant. The program's duration and the amount of the payment is dependent on the amount of the grant. A portion of the grant is transferred to the Office of Economic Opportunity for the Weatherization Program. Applicants for LIEAP may be referred to Weatherization for additional assistance.

The Division of Family Assistance (DFA) operates LIEAP in each of the DHHR field offices for a short time each winter, usually beginning with an automated payment or a mail-out to targeted households. In addition, DFA contracts with the Community Action network and with regional Agency on Aging offices to perform outreach and accept LIEAP applications at their local sites.

View the FY 2011 LIEAP Fact Sheet below for further information, including income guidelines. If you have questions, please contact your local County Office.

FY 2011 Fact Sheet

20% Discount Program

The Special Reduced Residential Service Rate Program (20% Utility Discount Program) was established by statute to assist certain eligible participants in receiving a 20% discount from their electric and/or gas company.

In order to be eligible for this rate reduction, one must be a recipient of either SSI, WV WORKS, or SNAP (former Food Stamp Program) AND be 60 years of age or older. One must be a recipient of one of these programs during November, December, January, February, and March to get the discount for that month.

The electric and/or gas company will be responsible for determining your eligibility for the Special Reduced Residential Service Rate.

Tel-Assistance/LIFELINE and Link-Up

Through Tel-Assistance/Lifeline, telephone companies offer reduced basic service to eligible low-income elderly and disabled customers. The Division of Family Assistance issues applications to eligible recipients and provides ongoing eligibility information to the telephone companies and informs them when customers are no longer eligible for Tel-Assistance. This is handled centrally by the Division of Family Assistance.

Through Link Up, telephone companies offer a discount on telephone installation to low-income households. Applications and certification of eligibility are handled centrally by the Division of Family Assistance.

Related Information

• Propane Prices: What Consumers Should Know
• Residential Natural Gas Prices: What Consumers Should Know
• Residential Heating Oil Prices: What Consumers Should Know

For information and resources visit my blog at

http://friendshelpingfriends.aidpage.com/

Electric, gas and telephone utilities serve millions of customers in Georgia, but there are many customers who can't afford gas, electricity or basic phone service without the help of payment assistance programs. Many electric, gas, and telephone utility companies offer payment plans to their customers who qualify. They may allow deferred payment for those who cannot pay their whole bill or delay disconnection for customers trying to pay their bills. Many civic groups, charitable organizations, and churches in local communities provide payment assistance to low income customers. For more information, contact your gas, electric, or telephone service provider.

Telephone Programs

Lifeline

Lifeline Assistance provides up to a $13.50 credit on qualified residential customers' bills in AT&T-Georgia's service area (a federal credit of $10 and an additional credit of $3.50 from AT&T-Georgia). Customers in other telephone companies' service areas receive the $10 federal credit.

Link Up Georgia

Link-Up Georgia reduces the cost of hook-up charges for eligible customers. AT&T-Georgia waives 100% of the telephone service hook-up charge for its customers. Customers of all other local telephone companies in Georgia receive a waiver of one-half of the connection charge or $30, whichever is less.

You may be eligible if you can prove that you are currently receiving benefits under onev of the following programs:

• Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
• Food Stamps
• Medicaid
• Senior citizen low-income discount plan offered by the local gas or power company
• Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
• Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Call your local phone company to see if you qualify.

Electric and Gas Programs

Weatherization

The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (www.gefa.org) distributes funds for weatherization assistance through Community Action Agencies for the repair or renovation of homes of low-income residents to make them more energy efficient. For more information call 404.656.3826 or contact your local Community Action Agency.

Low Income Energy Assistance

Most electric and gas utility companies provide an efficient means for their customers to help needy individuals by making it possible to include charitable donations with utility bill payments. Georgia Power Company and Atlanta Gas Light Company match funding contributed by their customers.

The Heating Energy Assistance Team ("HEAT") program is administered by the Georgia Department of Human Resources statewide through Community Action Agencies. For more information call 404.656.6696 or your local Community Action Agency. Project SHARE is also a statewide program and is administered by The Salvation Army. For more information call 1.800.25SHARE or your power company's customer service number.

Senior Citizen Discounts

Senior citizen discount rates provide savings for those who qualify. Customers who are at least 65 years old with a total household income of not more than $14,355 annually, are eligible to receive a $14.00 discount on their Georgia Power or Savannah Electric power bill. Natural gas customers in Atlanta Gas Light Company's delivery area may receive up to a $14.00 discount. Call your gas or electric service provider for more information.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)/PSC Matching Grant for Seniors

As a resident of Georgia, you may qualify for a financial assistance program designed to help you pay your energy bills. Low-income consumers who meet the following criteria are eligible to receive assistance from the federally-funded LIHEAP.

• Has an annual income at or below 150% of the poverty level for Georgia,
• is responsible for paying the cost of his or her home's primary heating source, and
• is a U.S. citizen or legally admitted alien.

For more information or to apply for assistance, contact the numbers listed below.

Phone Numbers for LIHEAP Assistance

Other Financial Assistance Programs

• The United Way, 2.1.1, or 404.614.1000
• The Salvation Army, 404.873.3101, or 800.257.4273 - toll free

HOW DO I GET HELP PAYING MY UTILITY BILLS?

The Division of Public Utilities cannot physically assist any party with the payment of their utility bills. The Division of Public Utilities may intervene, and possibly mediate the informal complaint process where the utility may have violated Utah State Statute, Utah Public Service Commission Rules, or the Utility's published tariffs. The Division of Public Utilities can refer the party to programs administered by public agencies or in conjunction with the utilities themselves, that may assist the party in applying for utility payment assistance.

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE TARGET (HEAT)

The HEAT program is Utah's version of the federal LIHEAP program (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program). funded 100% by the Federal Government through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and administered by the Utah State Department of Community and Culture (DCC). It is designed to assist eligible households to meet the rising costs of home heating by either electricity or natural gas. There is also a LOW INCOME WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, administered by the same State office that can assist eligible parties to make their homes more energy efficient.

HEAT Information
How to apply
Application Instructions
Application

WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

This program is also administered by the Utah State Department of Community and Culture. It is administered through nine government and nonprofit agencies across the state, enables qualified low-income individuals and families to make their homes more energy efficient and reduce utility costs. Individuals, families, elderly people (age 60 or older), and the handicapped that are at or below 125 percent of the current federal poverty income guidelines are eligible for the Weatherization Assistance Program.

More Information.

HOME ENERGY LIFELINE PROGRAM (HELP)

This program is also administered by the Utah State Department of Community and Culture, and is designed to assist eligible households to meet the rising costs of home electric energy.

You can obtain more information about these programs by contacting Sherm Roquiero at (801) 538-8644, Rosalinda Tsosie at (801) 538-8621 or Eva Salazar at (801) 538-8642 with Community and Economic development or the Energy Hotline 1-800-662-3633. Click here to visit their website.

Salt Lake County:
      Heat 801-521-6107
      Weatherization 801-359-2444

Tooele County:
      Heat 435-833-9766
      Weatherization 801-359-2444

Utah, Wasatch and Summit Counties:
      Heat 801-377-0066
      Weatherization 373-8333 x 117

Davis, Morgan and Weber Counties:
      Heat 801-394-9774
      Weatherization 435-451-3256

Box Elder, Cache and Rich Counties:
      Heat and Weatherization 435-752-7242

Juab, MIllard, Sanpete, Sevier, Piute and Wayne Counties:
      Heat and Weatherization 435-896-9222

Beaver, Iron, Washington, Garfield and Kane Counties:
      Heat and Weatherization 435-673-3548

Dagget, Duchesne and Uintah Counties:
      Heat and Weatherization 435-722-4518

San Juan, Grand, Emery and Carbon Counties:
      Heat and Weatherization 435-637-7323

 

UTAH TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM   (UTAP or Lifeline)

Under the Public Service Commission Rule R746-341-1 you may be eligible for a discount on monthly local phone service and one-time hook-up fees. It is funded through the Universal Services Fund (USF) approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the State of Utah. It provides a discount of approximately $13.25 a month for low-income households (135% of the federal poverty limit) with landline telephones and a 50% (up to $30) Link-Up discount for low-income households who desire to install a landline telephone in their home. As of June 2006, the Utah Lifeline program had over 29,000 participants.

More Information
Eligibility - Do You Qualify?
UTAP Application

Contact Information:
Shauna Springer 530-6433 sbenvegnu@utah.gov
Eva Salazar 538-8642 esalazar@utah.gov

OTHER POSSIBLE SOURCES OF ASSISTANCE:

• Southeastern Utah Association of Government's Heat Program
• Questar Gas assistance link
• The American Red Cross also administers their own 'Emergency Utility Assistance Programs'.  They are REACH, LEND A HAND and Salt Lake City WATER ASSIST. For more information contact the American Red Cross office nearest you.

There are several programs in Massachusetts to help low-income households pay for their heating fuel and other utilities. Government help is available to pay for fuel, weatherization, and heating system repairs. In addition, low-income customers can get utility discounts, utility shutoff protection, and help from non-government programs.

For more information about Massachusetts energy assistance programs, click on a program name below:

Massachusetts Fuel Assistance (LIHEAP)

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), usually called fuel assistance, helps low-income households in Massachusetts pay their heating bills. LIHEAP eligibility is based on gross household income. Both homeowners and renters in Massachusetts may apply for this low-income energy assistance program. Most fuel assistance households also qualify for weatherization, utility discounts, and emergency furnace repairs for homeowners. Use the online Fuel Assistance Eligibility Check to see if you might qualify for fuel assistance benefits.

Citizens Energy Heat Assistance Programs

Citizens Energy heat assistance programs give financial help to low-income Massachusetts residents who cannot afford to pay their heating bills. Citizens Energy has a program for people who use heating oil, and a program for people who heat with natural gas. The Oil Heat Program gives a voucher for free heating oil to low-income families and elderly residents of Massachusetts. The Citizens Energy Distrigas program gives a gas bill credit to eligible Massachusetts households who heat with natural gas.

Good Neighbor Energy Fund

The Good Neighbor Energy Fund helps people in need pay for their winter heating fuel and other energy bills. The Fund is for people who are facing a short-term financial crisis and do not qualify for government fuel assistance programs.

Utility Arrearage Programs

Utility arrearage programs help Massachusetts households pay overdue utility bills. Utility arrearage programs help households prevent utility shutoffs or restore utility service that has already been shut off. The programs offer payment plans, debt forgiveness, or a combination of the two.

Utility Discounts

Utility discounts are lower rates charged to low-income Massachusetts customers for gas, electricity, and telephone service. Massachusetts law requires regulated utility companies to offer discounted rates to customers who receive public assistance benefits and meet income limits.

Utility Shutoff Protection

Massachusetts laws prevent utility companies from shutting off service to households in special situations. These include senior households, low-income families with infants, and people with serious illnesses who cannot afford to pay their utility bills. During the winter months, utility companies cannot shut off heating-related utilities for households with a financial hardship.

MassSAVE

MassSAVE is an energy savings program for Massachusetts homeowners and renters. MassSAVE offers energy tips and information about free home energy assessments, energy-saving products, and loans, rebates, and other incentives for energy-saving home improvements.

Organizations that can help you pay your utility bills.

	Missouri Weatherization Assistance Program - federal grant program established to help reduce the heating and cooling costs for low income persons through improving the energy efficiency of their homes.
	Missouri Low Income Energy Assistance Program - program to assist qualifying households with the payment of a portion of their residential winter heating costs.
	Black Hills Cares - provides funds to help people with their energy bills or emergency energy-related expenses.
	"Heat Share" program by the Salvation Army - provides assistance with heating and cooling bills, and when funds permit, with emergency repairs to furnaces, air conditioners and hot-water heaters. Contact your local Salvation Army location for assistance.
	Empire's Action to Support the Elderly ("E.A.S.E.") - program to assist seniors with their overdue electric bills.
	Project Help by Empire District Electric Company provides assistance to senior citizens and handicapped persons.
	"IShare" and "IRap" programs by the Independence, Missouri Power and Light Department assist low-income and seniors with their utility bills. Contact your Community Services League for assistance.
	"Dollar More" - program by AmerenUE assists lower income individuals with their utility bills.
	"Dollar Aide" by Kansas City Power & Light helps people in need pay their utility bills. Contact KCP&L for assistance.
	Energy Assistance program by Missouri Gas Energy provides emergency assistance to assist with payment of utility bills.
	DOLLAR HELP - a non-profit corporation supported by Laclede Gas Company that provides private funds to low-income, elderly, and disabled households to prevent the cut-off of the household's heat. DOLLAR HELP is available only if you have qualified for LIHEAP. For information, contact: St. Louis City & Wellston Residents - Human Development Corporation (HDC)652-5100 St. Louis County Residents - Metroplex, Inc. 863-0015
	Operation "Round Up" – program by several local power companies provides energy assistance funds to local non-profit organizations and individuals in need:   Co-Mo Electric Cooperative   Crawford Electric Cooperative   Laclede Electric Cooperative   Osage Valley Electric Cooperative   White River Valley Electric Cooperative
	Caring Co-op Neighbors – a customer-funded program North Central Missouri Electric Cooperative to assist members who meet eligibility requirements. Members in need can receive up to $2,500 assistance annually. Apply through the Green Hills Community Action Agency or the Missouri Division of Family Services
	Make your home more energy efficient

FUEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (FAP)

If you or someone you know may have trouble paying for heat this winter, the Office of Energy and Planning’s (OEP) Fuel Assistance Program (FAP) may be able to provide some relief. FAP is federally funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. OEP in turn contracts with six local Community Action Agencies (also known as CAAs) to provide service to eligible households.

As funds become available, the Fuel Assistance Program provides benefits to income eligible New Hampshire households to assist with heating costs. Renters and homeowners are eligible for the Fuel Assistance Program.

For application information, contact the Community Action Agency in your area.

For administrative information, contact OEP.

NATURAL GAS BILL ASSISTANCE

National Grid (formerly KeySpan Energy Delivery) and Northern Utilities now offer a discount program for eligible low-income customers in New Hampshire who heat with natural gas. You are eligible for these programs if you or a member of your household qualify for any of the following programs:

• Fuel Assistance
• Electric Assistance Program
• Supplemental Security Income
• Women, Infants and Children
• Commodity Surplus Foods (for women, infants and children)
• Elderly Commodity Surplus Foods
• Temporary Aid to Needy Families
• Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
• Head Start
• Aid to Permanently and Totally Disabled
• Aid to the Needy Blind
• Old Age Assistance
• Food Stamps

Fuel Assistance recipients do not need to apply. You will be automatically enrolled in the program when your gas utility is notified about your fuel assistance benefit.

Customers of National Grid and Northern Utilities who believe they qualify should contact their gas company directly, either National Grid at 1-800-262-4111 or Northern Utilities at 1-800-552-3044.

ELECTRIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

The statewide Electric Assistance Program (EAP) provides qualifying customers with a discount on their monthly electric bill. The electric utilities work with Community Action Agencies located throughout the state to identify and enroll eligible customers for the statewide EAP.

The discount is based on the household gross income and the type of space heating used in the home. Eligibility is determined by total household income and the number of household members. Income is based upon a household’s gross income at the time of application. New applicants may be placed on a waiting list for benefits. However, it is very important for you to complete the application. In the event that funds become available, your application will be considered.

To apply for Electric Assistance, contact your Community Action Agency. If you need additional assistance please contact:

New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission
21 South Fruit Street, Suite 10
Concord NH 03301-2429
Phone: (603) 271-2431
Fax: (603) 271-3878
TDD Access - Relay NH: 1-800-735-2964
Consumer Assistance: 1-800-852-3793
e-mail: puc@puc.nh.gov
Directions to the NHPUC

WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (WXN)

The State of New Hampshire's Weatherization Assistance Program (WXN) is designed to reduce household energy use and costs in the homes of low-income persons throughout the state by installing energy efficiency improvements.

The Office of Energy and Planning (OEP) operates the Weatherization Program with grants from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. OEP subcontracts with New Hampshire’s Community Action Agencies (CAAs) which are responsible for operating and delivering weatherization services at the local level.

OEP, whenever possible, collaborates with the electric and natural gas utilities’ energy efficiency programs to enhance the weatherization services provided to low-income households in New Hampshire. Please contact your electric and/or gas utility for more information about the utility sponsored programs. To contact your electric utility go to nhsaves.com. To contact your natural gas utility go to gasnetworks.com.

Once an applicant is determined income eligible, the application is placed on a waiting list. An energy auditor will contact the applicant to schedule a time to perform a comprehensive home energy audit. The audit includes diagnostic testing, which is performed by an OEP-certified energy auditor. The following are installed in order of priority based on the energy audit findings:

1 - measures designed to reduce general heat waste;
2 - wall and/or attic insulation where appropriate;
3 - evaluations of and repairs to heating systems (funding is limited).

To apply for Weatherization Assistance, contact your Community Action Agency. If you need additional assistance please contact:

Andy Gray
Weatherization Program Manager
Office of Energy and Planning
4 Chenell Drive
Concord NH 03301-8501
Phone: (603) 271-6359
Fax: (603) 271-2615

TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES PROGRAM (TANF)

Available through the Department of Health & Human Services, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (TANF) provides cash assistance to families with dependent children through either the Family Assistance Program (FAP) or the New Hampshire Employment Program (NHEP). To qualify, the dependent children must lack parental support or care due to death, continued absence or because one or both parents in a two-parent home are disabled, unemployed or working less than 100 hours a month.

The Emergency Assistance Program (EA) allows families eligible for TANF to obtain or retain safe and healthy housing. EA payments can be applied to rent, mortgage and utility arrearages; rent and utility deposits; and fuel deliveries. EA can only be used in a true emergency such as homelessness, termination of a utility, or lack of heat, hot water, or cooking fuel.

For further information, contact:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (TANF)
Department of Health & Human Services
Brown Building
129 Pleasant Street
Concord NH 03301-3857
Phone: (603) 271-4238 or 800-852-3345 x4238
Fax: (603) 271-4637
TDD ACCESS: 800-735-2964
Directions to Brown Building

NEIGHBOR HELPING NEIGHBOR

The Neighbor Helping Neighbor Fund (NHN) was established to help New Hampshire's working poor, elderly, handicapped, and others in financial crisis who do not qualify for other fuel assistance and have received a disconnect notice from their electric or natural gas company. Since 1992, more than 1,100 families have been helped each year.

For more information or to apply, New Hampshire residents should contact their local Community Action Agency.

OTHER ASSISTANCE

Other assistance may be found for either low-income or non low-income households by contacting:

Your town or city welfare office
Your local house of worship
Your heating vendor
The Salvation Army

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCIES

Telephone your local Community Action Agency (CAA) office to set up an appointment or learn more about the application process for Fuel Assistance, Electric Assistance, Weatherization services, or Neighbor Helping Neighbor.

For Belknap & Merrimack County Residents:
Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc.
Concord 225-6880
Franklin 934-3444
Laconia 524-5512
Meredith 279-4096
Suncook 485-7824
Warner 456-2207
www.bm-cap.org

For Rockingham County Residents:
Rockingham Community Action, Inc.
Salem 898-8435
Portsmouth 436-3896 or Toll Free: 1-800-639-3896
www.rcaction.org

For Hillsborough County Residents:
Southern New Hampshire Services, Inc.
Nashua 889-3440 / 1-877-211-0723
Manchester 647-4470 / 1-800-322-1073
Peterborough 924-2243 / 1-877-757-7048
Hillsborough 464-5835 (Monday and Friday)
Milford 673-0756 (Tuesday and Thursday)
Greenville 878-3364 (Wednesday)
www.snhs.org

For Cheshire & Sullivan County Residents:
Southwestern Community Services
Keene 352-7512
Claremont 542-9528 or Toll Free: 1-800-529-0005
www.scshelps.org

For Strafford County Residents:
Strafford County Community Action
Dover 749-1334
Rochester 332-3963
Milton 652-9893
Farmington 755-9305
www.straffcap.org

For Coos, Carroll & Grafton County Residents:
Tri-County Community Action
Coos County
Berlin 752-3248
Colebrook 237-8168
Lancaster 788-4477
Carroll County
Tamworth 323-7400 or Toll Free: 1-888-842-3835
Grafton County
Littleton 444-6653
Plymouth 536-8222
Woodsville 747-3013
Lebanon 443-6100
www.tccap.org

Area Code for all numbers listed is 603

WINTER DISCONNECTION RULES

During the winter months, there is increased protection for customers of natural gas, electric and steam utilities. While customers can still be disconnected if they fail to make payments on their gas, electric or steam bills, it is more difficult to be disconnected in the wintertime.

From November 15 to March 31, a utility company may not disconnect a customer’s service:

• If the customer does not use electric service for heating and the balance owed for service provided is less than $225;
• If the customer does not use gas service for heating and the balance owed for service provided is less than $125;
• If the customer has electric, gas, or steam heat, the utility may not disconnect service if the balance owed for service provided is less than $450.

Utilities must seek commission approval before disconnecting the service of residential customers known to be 65 years or older and customers with a known financial hardship.

Customers with medical emergencies have additional protection from disconnection at any time of the year. If you or someone in your family has a medical condition which would be adversely impacted by the disconnection of your utility service, contact your utility.

For complete information regarding Winter Disconnection Rules, contact the Public Utilities Commission Web site or call the Consumer Assistance Line at 1-800-852-3793.

The state Department of Public Health and Human Services administers a number of programs aimed at helping low-income Montanans move out of poverty and become self-sufficient. These include:

Child Care Assistance

The department offers "Best Beginnings" child-care scholarships to qualified low-income families who send children to licensed child-care centers, registered group or family child-care homes, or legally unregistered child-care providers. Each family participates in the cost of that care by making a co-payment based on family income.

Scholarships are available to low-income working families and families who get cash assistance through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.

More on child care assistance

Healthy Montana Kids (HMK)

HMK is a low-cost health coverage plan for eligible Montana children up to age 19.

To be eligible, a child must:

• Be a Montana resident and U.S. citizen or qualified alien;
• Have been without health insurance coverage for at least three months;
• Meet income guidelines; and
• Have parents who do not work for the State of Montana.

Applications for HMK are available at local health departments, WIC offices, Head Start facilities, and Indian Health Services. You can call 1-877-KIDSNOW (1-877-543-7669) to request an application.

More about HMK

Energy Assistance

The department offers two programs aimed at helping low-income individuals reduce their heating costs.

The Weatherization Program helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes and thus reduce their energy consumption. The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) pays part of winter energy bills for eligible people. Most utilities offer discounts to LIEAP recipients.

Eligibility for weatherization and fuel assistance is based on income and assets. Homeowners and renters may apply for these programs.

If your household receives benefits from Supplemental Security Income or the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, you may qualify automatically for weatherization or fuel assistance.

You can apply for energy assistance at your local Human Resources Development Council. Applications for weatherization assistance are accepted year-round. Applications for fuel assistance must be submitted October 1-April 30 .

More about energy assistance

Medicaid

Montana Medicaid is a joint federal-state program that pays for a broad range of medically necessary health care and long-term care for eligible low-income Montanans.

Medicaid is governed under broad national guidelines, but each state can establish its own eligibility standards, decide what services to cover and for how long, and set the rate of payment for services. In Montana, the Medicaid program is administered by the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS).

To be eligible for Montana Medicaid, you must meet financial requirements that take into account your income, assets, and resources. You must be a Montana resident and a U.S. citizen (or qualified non-citizen), and you must fall into one of the following groups:

• Parents or other related adults with dependent children under age 19
• Children
• Pregnant women
• Women diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer or pre-cancer
• People aged 65 or older
• People who are blind or disabled (using Social Security criteria)

Medicaid recipients receive either full or basic Medicaid coverage based on which eligibility group they fall into. Those who are eligible for full coverage are able to get coverage for all services that Medicaid covers, assuming they are medically necessary. Full Medicaid is provided to recipients who are:

• Under age 21
• Blind or disabled
• Age 65 or older
• Pregnant

Everyone else receives basic Medicaid coverage. Basic Medicaid covers all Montana Medicaid services except for dental care, audiology services, eyeglasses and vision exams, durable medical equipment, and personal care services in the individual’s home. Services excluded under basic Medicaid may be covered if necessary for employment or in emergency situations.

To find out if you qualify for Medicaid, call or visit your local Office of Public Assistance.
Download Application for Public Assistance (Word Version)
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Download Application for Public Assistance (Spanish version) (Word Version)
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More about Medicaid

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

The program mission is to provide supplemental food assistance to low income people and improve the nutrition, health, and wellbeing of SNAP recipients.  The program plays a vital role in Montana’s safety net for low income people.  The program is an economic stimulus – every $5 in new SNAP benefits generates nearly twice as much ($9.20) in total community spending.  Benefits are distributed electronically using an “Electronic Benefit Transfer” (EBT) card which functions like a debit card.  Among other requirements, applicants must meet income criteria, be United States Citizens or legal aliens intending to live in Montana, and must furnish a Social Security number.  The program was previously known as the Food Stamp Program.

You can apply for SNAP at your local Office of Public Assistance.
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More about SNAP

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

TANF provides temporary financial assistance to needy families. A household may receive TANF benefits for no more than 60 months.

Those who may be eligible for TANF benefits are:

• Minor children;
• Certain relatives with whom minor children are living, including siblings;
• Women in their last trimester of pregnancy who have no other eligible children; and
• Refugees with minor dependent children.

Among other requirements, applicants must meet income and asset criteria, be citizens or legal aliens intending to live in Montana, and furnish a Social Security number.

You can apply for TANF at your local Office of Public Assistance.
Download Application for Public Assistance (Word Version)
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Download Application for Public Assistance (Spanish version) (Word Version)
Download Application for Public Assistance (Spanish version) (PDF Version)

More about TANF

WIC

The goal of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is to give children the best possible start in life by ensuring that they get proper nutrition both in utero and during their preschool years. The program provides nutritious foods, such as iron-fortified cereal, milk, eggs, peanut butter, and dried beans, as well as formula for mothers who choose not to breastfeed. It also provides nutrition education to improve eating behavior.

To qualify for WIC, you must be either 1) a woman who is pregnant, breastfeeding, or recently had a baby, or 2) a child up to age 5. In all cases, applicants must meet income guidelines, and a health professional must consider their health to be at risk.

More about WIC

COMMUNITY ACTIONS, PIEDMONT
300 South Daniel Morgan Avenue, Bldg. A
Spartanburg, SC  29306
STREET ADDRESS: Administrative Offices: 300 South Daniel Morgan Avenue, Bldg. A;  Social Services Office: 704 Howard Street
(864)585-8183
wross@pcasp.org
HOURS: 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Poverty guidelines (bring proof of income).
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit and bring proof of income
A nonprofit organization since 1966. Head Start child development program, energy assistance and conservation case management, emergency financial assistance. Georgia Manor (senior citizen apartments) located in Woodruff.  Pleasant Meadows (senior citizen apartments) located in Inman. Poinsett House Apartments for seniors in Greenville, SC. Computer classes.
FUNDING: Federal; State; Spartanburg County; Cherokee County; Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20100615

DISTRICT 5 FAMILY MINISTRIES
Lyn Turner
84 Groce Road
Lyman, SC 29365
(864)439-7760 FAX: (864)439-7034
lyn.turner@middletyger.org
www.middletyger.org
HOURS: 9 am-12 pm and 1-4 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Residence in school district 5, emergency situation
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Apply in person, with residence verification, situation verification.
District 5 Family Ministries is the emergency services arm of the Middle Tyger Community Center. Provides emergency food, prescription assistance and utility assistance.
FUNDING: Community, Church and Business donations, EFSP, United Way
PARENT AGENCY:  Middle Tyger Community Center
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County with emphasis on the Middle Tyger Area
Date of Last Update: 20100826

GREATER SPARTANBURG MINISTRIES
680 Asheville Highway
Spartanburg, SC  29303
(864)585-9371
greaterspartanburgministries@yahoo.com
www.greatersm.org
HOURS: Call
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants will be screened to determine need/eligibility.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: First come, first served with picture ID and Social Security card.
Our mission is food relief, seasonal heating and cooling assistance, and evangelism, supported by thrift store operations and public/private donations.
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100910

GREER COMMUNITY MINISTRIES
Randy Kemp, Executive Director
PO Box 1373
Greer, SC  29652-1373
STREET ADDRESS: 738 South Line Street Extension 29651
(864)877-1937;  For Meals on Wheels call (864)879-2254
rkemp@gcminc.org
www.gcminc.org
HOURS: Office: Monday-Thursday, 8 am-4 pm; Friday, 8 am-1:30 pm; SERVICE HOURS FOR NEEDY: Monday-Friday, 9 am-12 noon
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Flexible guidelines based on need. EXCEPTION: Must have picture ID and Social Security Card
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call or visit, two forms of ID are necessary
Meals on Wheels, Senior Dining Program, Food Pantry, Clothes Closet.  For Meals on Wheels, the participant must be homebound, and/or have a disability that makes it difficult for people to take care of themselves. This agency serves the greater Greer area.
FUNDING: Private Contributions, Fundraisers, Grants
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Lori Sondov, Marketing/Support Coordinator, lsondov@gcminc.org; Lindsay Ellis, Meals on Wheels Coordinator
AREA SERVED: Greater Greer
Date of Last Update: 20100621

GREER RELIEF AND RESOURCES AGENCY, INC.
Caroline T. Robertson
PO Box 1303
Greer, SC  29652
STREET ADDRESS: 202 Victoria Street
(864)848-5355
info@GreerRelief.org
www.GreerRelief.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday: 9-11 am, 1:30-4 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Determined upon client's needs assessment screening. Must be a resident of Greer, Taylors, Duncan, Lyman, or Wellford.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Walk-In Visit
Financial and/or material assistance with food, rent, utilities, life-sustaining prescription medications, and heating. Also provides comprehensive referrals.
FUNDING: United Way; FEMA; Duke Energy; CPW; Individual Contributions
AREA SERVED: Greer, Taylors, Duncan, Lyman and Wellford
Date of Last Update: 20100707

HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
WIC (Women, Infants and Children)
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
(864)596-2227
www.schec.gov
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information
Helps improve the health of families through healthy foods and health education. Services include: Health screening; Information about nutrition, breastfeeding and general health; Food vouchers.
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100721

HELPING HANDS OF WOODRUFF
Lisa Abercrombie, Director
PO Box 483
Woodruff, SC  29388
STREET ADDRESS: 206 Chamblin Street
(864)476-2401 ; FAX: (864)476-9353
l.abercrombie@hhmow.org
www.hhow.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9-10 am by appointment for services ; Monday-Friday, 10 am-12:30 pm, Table Food ; Monday, 9-11 am, Clothes Closet
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Determined by application and interview
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit, picture ID for applicant, proof of income, proof of residence, and Social Security Card for each member of the household.
Emergency financial assistance with food, prescription medicine, heating, utilities, rent, and clothing.
FUNDING: United Way; Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg School District 4 and surrounding areas
Date of Last Update: 20100819

KINGDOM OUTREACH MINISTRIES
Natalie Davis
100 Commerce Street
Spartanburg, SC 29306
(864)562-4501
info@kingdomoutreachministries.net
www.kingdomoutreachministries.net
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-12 noon
FEES: None
Application Procedures: Contact office or visit website
Kingdom Outreach Ministries provides food, clothes, housing and transportation to people with low incomes and the homeless.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20100616

OPERATION HOPE OF LANDRUM
Glen Plumley, Director
206 Rutherford Street
Landrum, SC  29356
(864)457-2812
oph01@windstream.net
HOURS: Financial Aid: Monday-Friday, 10 am-12 pm; Food and clothing, Monday-Friday 10 am-2 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons with verifiable need
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit, bringing your Social Security card and one picture ID, and disconnect notice, eviction notice or prescription
Emergency assistance, food, rent, heating, and utilities. Used clothing store and food pantry. Also offers crisis counseling (crisis counseling only) and referrals.
FUNDING: Donations
PARENT AGENCY: Local Churches
AREA SERVED: Landrum, Campobello, Gowensville
Date of Last Update: 20100819

SALVATION ARMY
Social Service Facility
PO Drawer 2909
Spartanburg, SC  29304-2909
STREET ADDRESS: 1529 John B. White Blvd. 29301
(864)576-6670
www.salvationarmycarolinas.org
HOURS: Call for hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Required information: Up-to-date Spartanburg County picture ID, social security cards for all household members, verification of income for working members of household, receipts of all bills paid for last 4 weeks, and utility disconnect letters.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: By appointment only
Emergency financial assistance with food, rent, utilities and clothing. Personal counseling and spiritual guidance. Furniture with referral from Red Cross or Safe Homes only.
FUNDING: United Way; Contributions; FEMA
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100811

SOCIAL SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
Steve Strom, County Director
PO Box 3548
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: Evans Human Resources Center, 142 South Dean Street
(864)596-3001, 596-3064 (Child Abuse & Neglect Intake), 585-1445 (24-hour Child Abuse Hotline)
steve.strom@dss.sc.gov
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Based on family income and size for economic services. Human services provided without regard to income.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit, internet
ECONOMIC SERVICES-Food Stamps, financial assistance to families with dependent children, Ribicoff, child support enforcement, work support, family independence.
HUMAN SERVICES-Foster care, treatment services for children, assistance to neglected or exploited adults.  Investigation of abuse reports, homemaker services.
FUNDING: Federal, State, Spartanburg County
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100615

TELAMON CORPORATION
Magaly Mathis
PO Box 5291
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 2379-A South Pine Street, 29302
(864)573-8783 or 1-800-553-8783
lmathis@telamon.org
http://telamon.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Farm work experience within past year to 24 months; income eligibility-persons must have earned more from farm work as opposed to non-farm work
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit, recruitment
Assistance with food, clothing, housing, counseling, and information. Training and employment services, relocation assistance and bilingual staff available.
FUNDING: Federal
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Cherokee, Greenville, Union, Laurens, and Oconee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20101102

TOTAL MINISTRIES
420 Union Street
Spartanburg, SC  29306
(864)585-9167
director@totalministries.org
www.totalministries.org
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons in need, must have Social Security card, picture ID
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit
Emergency assistance with food, clothing, shelter, utilities, medicine and other needs.
FUNDING: Churches, Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100824

Food Banks & Meal Assistance

COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF THE PIEDMONT
PO Box 873
Mauldin, SC  29662
STREET ADDRESS: 20 Maple Creek Circle, Greenville, SC 29607
(864)277-0298 ; FAX: (864)277-0297
www.upstatescfoodbank.org
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 501C tax exempt feeding programs, congregate dining halls, or emergency boxes.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit our office
Distribution of donated goods to community agencies ONLY. Does not accept walk-ins.
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20100721

GOODFELLOWS INC.
Spartanburg Herald-Journal
Kim Land
PO Box 1657
Spartanburg, SC  29304-1657
(864)582-4511
kim.land@shj.com
www.goupstate.com/goodfellows
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Low Income Families
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Goodfellows accepts applications the week after Thanksgiving
Takes tax-deductible donations to buy food for needy families. Goodfellows chooses the recipients. Send any contributions to PO Box 18192, Spartanburg, SC 29318. Sponsored by the Spartanburg Herald-Journal.
FUNDING: Donations
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Board Members-Lou Parris, Mary Debolt
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100920

GREATER SPARTANBURG MINISTRIES
Food Bank
Rev. Kevin D. Koger, Executive Director
680 Asheville Highway
Spartanburg, SC  29303
(864)585-9371 ; FAX: (864)585-9373
greaterspartanburgministries@yahoo.com
www.greatersm.org
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 9 am-5pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants will be screened to determine need/eligibility.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: First come, first served with picture ID and Social Security card
Our mission is food relief and evangelism, supported by thrift store operations and public/private donations
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080717

MOBILE MEAL SERVICE OF SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Jayne McQueen, President/CEO
PO Box 461
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 419 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC  29302
(864)573-7684
Jayne@mobile-meals.org
www.mobile-meals.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Homebound persons with no in-home assistance
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, walk-in
Home delivered lunch and related services to persons who are homebound, cannot prepare meals and are alone during the day and medical mission for recipients.
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100615

SOUP KITCHEN, SPARTANBURG
Lou Landrum, Director
438 North Church Street
Spartanburg, SC  29303
(864)583-6320 (soup kitchen) or 583-6696
lelansoupk@bellsouth.net
HOURS: Volunteers 9 am-1 pm, Sunday-Saturday
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Needy persons (homeless, unemployed, transients)
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit
Meal served at lunch time daily, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100713

Shelters

ARK YOUTH SHELTER AND HOME
Darel or Lynne Finch
9261 Fairforest Road
Spartanburg, SC  29301
(864)576-6174
HOURS: 24 hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 13-17 year olds
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Purpose is to rescue runaways traveling through the area. Offers meals, shelter and religious counseling.
FUNDING: Donations
PARENT AGENCY: Trinity Baptist Church
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100824

CHILDREN SHELTER OF THE UPSTATE, INC.
Van Clark, CEO
PO Box 2663
Spartanburg, SC  29304
(864)583-7688 ; FAX: (864)597-1287
vclark@childrenshelterupstate.org
INTERNET: www.childrenshelterupstate.org
HOURS: 24 Hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Abused, neglected, or abandoned children (birth-17 years)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Placement through DSS, Law Enforcement, Family Court
Temporary shelter (placement cannot exceed 30-90 days). Independent Living Program for teen girls, ages 12-21.
FUNDING: Contributions, Spartanburg County, United Way, Churches
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County; other counties if space available
Date of Last Update: 20100819

HAVEN, THE
Cindi Goodin, Director
PO Box 2914
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 282 South Church Street, 29306
(864)582-6737
FAX: (864)573-7141
hshelter@bellsouth.net
www.thehavenshelter.com
HOURS: Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Resident Intake Hours: from 1-5 pm Monday-Friday; 24 Hour Emergency Intake based on availability; Shelter operates 24 hours, 365 days a year.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: The Haven accepts intact families with or without children, single parent families, legal guardian families, and single women.  Entry requires identification, homelessness status, financial, relationship verifications and stated willingness to follow a Plan of Action.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Initial screening by phone or walk-in; Intake application process requires verifications, Needs Assessment and Plan of Action development.
Sheltering and Supportive Services Program.  Sheltering includes 3 meals daily, clothing, personal hygiene items, linens, towels, laundry facilities, phone and mail; Supportive Services includes Intensive Case Management, Daily Living Skills education program and Extended Case Management.  Information and referral services are provided to those seeking shelter who do not meet eligibility criteria or cannot be assisted due to lack of space.
FUNDING: Second Presbyterian Church, Spartanburg Regional Hospital Foundation, FEMA, Spartanburg County Community and Economic Development, United Way, First Presbyterian Church, ESGP, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Evangel Cathedral, individual citizens, community groups and businesses.
PARENT AGENCY: None-Independently operated 501(c)3 nonprofit
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Robin Alexander, PA; Mark Durkin, PA, (864)582-6737
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100625

INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK (SPIHN), SPARTANBURG
Beth Rutherford, Interim Executive Director
899 South Pine Street
Spartanburg, SC 29302
(864)597-0699
FAX: (864)597-0698
spihn@bellsouth.net
www.spihn.org
Provides temporary shelter, food and support services through a faith-based network to homeless families of Spartanburg County. SPIHN's goals are to help families break the cycle of homelessness and to provide opportunities for volunteers of all faiths to help alleviate stress caused by homelessness.
ARE SERVED: Spartanburg
Date of Last Update: 20100820

MIRACLE HILL RESCUE MISSION -- SPARTANBURG
Calvin Vinson, Director
189 North Forest Street
Spartanburg, SC  29301
(864)583-1628 ; FAX: (864)583-9139
www.miraclehill.com
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Willingness to comply with ministry guidelines
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Walk in
Miracle Hill Rescue Mission provides food, shelter, discipleship, counseling and assistance in finding work and housing. It also offers a free medical clinic providing vision, dental, and medical exams for clients and the surrounding community.
FUNDING: Contributions from churches, businesses, and individuals
PARENT AGENCY: Miracle Hill Ministries, Inc., PO Box 2546, Greenville, SC 29602, (864)268-4357 ; Toll Free, 1(877)558-4357
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg and surrounding counties
Date of Last Update: 20100806

Housing Assistance

CHRISTMAS IN ACTION
Joan Moore
PO Box 5852
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 301 Railroad Street, Spartanburg, SC 29376
(864)576-7101 ; FAX: (864)587-5623
cia@christmasinactionspartanburg.org
www.christmasinactionspartanburg.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be a homeowner living in the home who meets the federal poverty guidelines; homeowner taxes must be paid up to date.
FEES: No fees or dues for our services toward the recipient of assistance.
Our mission is to rehabilitate the houses of elderly, disabled, and otherwise disadvantaged homeowners, to provide for their continued warmth, safety, and independence.
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Andrew Hoyer-Booth, vista@christmasinactionspartanburg.org
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg City and County
Date of Last Update: 20100726

FULLER CENTER FOR HOUSING OF SPARTANBURG
Sharon McFalls, Executive Director
PO Box 171653
Spartanburg, SC 29301
STREET ADDRESS: Thrift Store and Office, 7228 Asheville Hwy
(864)503-0373
smcfalls@earthlink.net
www.fullercenter.org/spartanburg
HOURS: 9 am-3 pm, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday; Thursday, Friday, 9 am-5 pm; Saturday, 11 am-3 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be homeowners who meet federal poverty guidelines
FEES: Donations back to Fuller Center
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for details
A faith-based, Christian nonprofit organization that promotes collaborative and innovative partnerships with individuals and organizations to build and rehab houses for people in need.
FUNDING: Contributions; volunteer labor; emergency grants
PARENT AGENCY: Fuller Center for Housing, Americus, GA
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: 1-229-924-2900
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County and City
Date of Last Update: 20100714

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SPARTANBURG, INC.
Tom Webster, Executive Director
2270 South Pine Street
Spartanburg, SC  29302
(864)591-2221, ext. 102
tom.webster@habitatspartanburg.org
www.habitatspartanburg.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Currently living in substandard housing
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for application guidelines.
Building homes in partnership with people currently residing in substandard housing.
FUNDING: Contributions; Volunteer labor
PARENT AGENCY: Habitat for Humanity International
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Volunteer Resource Development Coordinator, (864)591-2221, ext. 100
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County (except Woodruff and Landrum)
Date of Last Update: 20100817

HOUSING AUTHORITY, SPARTANBURG
Harry A. Byrd, Jr., Executive Director
201 Caulder Avenue
Spartanburg, SC  29306
(864)598-6000
FAX: (864)598-6155
info@shasc.org
www.shasc.org
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Requirements according to HUD regulations
FEES: Vary (sliding scale)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit office to pick up application.
Low income housing.  Also administers the Section 8 Rental Assistance program that helps families or individuals, including elderly, veterans, and disabled persons be able to rent units in the private rental market.
FUNDING: Federal
PARENT AGENCY: United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100916

HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, SOUTH CAROLINA
Homeownership Program
Claude Spurlock, Director, Mortgage Production
300C Outlet Pointe Blvd.
Columbia, SC  29212
(803)896-9001 (Main phone); (803)896-9396 (Direct Line)
claude.spurlock@schousing.com
www.schousing.com
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must meet authority guidelines
FEES: Based on income and other factors
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Apply at any participating mortgage lender/broker
Program organized to help low to middle income South Carolinians with the dream of home ownership. Offers first time home buyer loans with affordable below-market interest rates with down-payment assistance through mortgage lenders statewide.
FUNDING: Bonds
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Marcia Padgett, (803)896-8797
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20100702

PRESERVATION TRUST OF SPARTANBURG, INC.
Heather Morrow, Executive Director
PO Box 2223
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 226 South Spring Street
(864)542-2282 ; FAX: (864)542-2283
heather@preservespartanburg.org
www.preservespartanburg.org
HOURS: Office: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm; Board meets 4th Tuesday at the Preservation Trust Office, 226 South Spring Street
The Preservation Trust works to restore and stabilize historic properties and districts within the City of Spartanburg. Also provides community education and has an architectural salvage store. Performs home and family research for patrons for a fee.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg City
Date of Last Update: 20100817

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, SPARTANBURG
Gaines Mason, Treasurer
PO Box 2494
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 1002 South Pine Street
(864)583-9191 or 585-7419 (H) ; FAX: (864)583-1294
corp1687@bellsouth.net
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Income based on HUD Low Income Schedule
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Apply to Spartanburg Residential Development Corp., 583-9191
We currently have 5 area banks that are in partnership with our program. Maximum mortgage amounts for new construction and existing homes based on homebuyers' ability to pay, family household income, and maximum sales price as determined by SC State Housing Finance and Development Authority and HUD.  Homebuyer must provide a $500 down payment + taxes and insurance.  New homes available for $92,500 - $95,000. Down payment assistance up to $10,000.
FUNDING: Federal and State Government
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Amanda Smith or Claude Owens, (864)583-9191
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg City and County
Date of Last Update: 20100621

WOODRUFF HOUSING AUTHORITY
Steve Wray, Executive Director
PO Box 715
Woodruff, SC  29388
(864)476-7043
sgwrayed@att.net | whaadmin@att.net
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-4:30 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons with low income
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Apply in person
Rental subsidies are available for qualified persons with low-income. By law, some public housing units are reserved for people with disabilities.
FUNDING: Federal subsidy
PARENT AGENCY: United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
AREA SERVED: Woodruff
Date of Last Update: 20101005

Medical Assistance

ST. LUKE'S FREE MEDICAL CLINIC
PO Box 3466
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 162 North Dean Street 29302
(864)542-2273 ; FAX: (864)597-0413
info@stlukesfreemedicalcenter.org
INTERNET: www.stlukesfreemedical.org
HOURS: Call for hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Call for requirements
FEES: Donations accepted
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information regarding application
Provides comprehensive health services to Spartanburg County residents who lack access to medical care. (low income; uninsured)
FUNDING: Donations; Local Churches; Foundations; Clubs; Grants
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100811

INDIGENT CARE SERVICES, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Susan Hicks, Eligibility Officer
PO Box 5666
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 101 East Wood Street, 1st floor (behind cashier's office)
shicks@spartanburgcounty.org
(864)560-7926 ; FAX: (864)560-7056
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Based on family size, gross income, assets. Will not co-pay with Medicare, Medicaid or Insurance.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information. Application cannot be approved if applicant is eligible for other sponsorship -- Medicare, Medicaid, Workman's Comp, or Insurance.
Provides sponsorship for inpatient hospital charges for any hospital in South Carolina that accepts the Medically Indigent Assistance Program (MIAP Program). SPECIAL NOTE: Program does not pay emergency department physician fees, radiology, pathology, medication, housing or food.
FUNDING: State; Spartanburg County
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Lynn McClure
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100623

Medicaid Transport
Medical Transportation Management
1-866-831-4130
www.scdhhs.gov/transportationFAQ.asp
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Only people certified for Medicaid.
If you have Medicaid and need a ride for a non-emergency reason please call 1-866-831-4130. For Medical Transportation problems, call the SCDHHS (SC Dept of Health and Human Services) provider transportation hotline at 1-866-915-3025 or the SCDHHS call center at
1-888-549-0820.
Area Served: Spartanburg County and surrounding areas.
Date of Last Update: 20100524

Thrift Shops

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES
Thrift Store: Spartanburg Location #1
1300 Asheville Highway
Spartanburg, SC  29303
(864)582-1103
www.goodwillsc.org
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 9 am-8 pm; Sunday, 1-6 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call or visit
Goodwill helps people with disabilities and other barriers to employment become fully independent citizens through education, job training and employment. Training programs include: merchandising, forklift training, food service training, telecommunication customer service training, computer literacy, English as a Second Language. Goodwill generates revenue through sale of donated items at area retail outlets. 90% of revenue generated goes to the job training and placement programs. You can drop off donations at the retail stores or at the two attended donation centers: Intersection of Hwy. 290 & Hwy. 296 and Hwy. 29 across from Lowe's. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8 am-6 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm
FUNDING: Self funded from sale of donated items
PARENT AGENCY: Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, Inc.
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Patrick Michaels, President and CEO
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100526

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES
Thrift Store: Spartanburg Location #2
300 Dawn Redwood Drive
Spartanburg, SC  29304
(864)582-9410
www.goodwillsc.org
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 9 am-9 pm; Sunday, 1-6 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call or visit
Goodwill helps people with disabilities and other barriers to employment become fully independent citizens through education, job training and employment. Training programs include: merchandising, forklift training, food service training, telecommunication customer service training, computer literacy, English as a Second Language. Goodwill generates revenue through sale of donated items at area retail outlets. 90% of revenue generated goes to the job training and placement programs. You can drop off donations at the retail stores or at the two attended donation centers: Intersection of Hwy. 290 & Hwy. 296 and Hwy. 29 across from Lowe's. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8 am-6 pm; Sunday 1-6 pm
FUNDING: Self funded from sale of donated items
PARENT AGENCY: Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina, Inc.
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Patrick Michaels, President and CEO
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100526

GREATER SPARTANBURG MINISTRIES
Thrift Store
Rev. Kevin D. Koger, Executive Director
680 Asheville Highway
Spartanburg, SC  29303
(864)585-9371 ; FAX: (864)585-9373
greaterspartanburgministries@yahoo.com
www.greatersm.org
HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 10 am-12 noon
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants will be screened to determine need/eligibility.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: First come, first served with picture ID and Social Security card.
Our mission is food relief and evangelism, supported by thrift store operations and public/private donations
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080717

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE
Robert Hinton, Store Manager
2270 South Pine Street
Spartanburg, SC  29302
(864)583-1332
robert.hinton@habitatspartanburg.org
INTERNET: www.habitatspartanburg.org
HOURS: Tuesday-Saturday, 9 am-5 pm
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Drop off donations during store hours.  Please call if you need assistance bringing donations to the store.
The Habitat ReStore takes household items and kitchenware items including appliances, furniture and interior accessories, as well as building/construction materials.
FUNDING: Donations; Earned Revenue
PARENT AGENCY: Habitat for Humanity of Spartanburg, Inc.
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Tom Webster
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100714

SALVATION ARMY
Inman Thrift Store
11211 Asheville Hwy., Suite B
Inman, SC  29349
(864)473-0243
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit
Donations of clothing and furniture are received Monday-Saturday, 9 am-4:30. Call (864)576-1808 to schedule a pickup for donations at your address.
FUNDING: None
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100812

SALVATION ARMY
Family Store of Spartanburg
Sherry Gardner, Family Store Operations Manager
PO Drawer 2909
Spartanburg, SC  29304-2909
STREET ADDRESS: 1529 John B. White Blvd. 29301
(864)576-1808
sherry.gardner@uss.salvationarmy.org
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit
Donations of clothing, furniture, and household items are received Monday-Saturday, 10 am-4:30 pm. Call 576-1808 (for all stores) to schedule a pickup for donations at your address. This facility is located at 1529 John B. White Blvd. 29301.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100714

SALVATION ARMY
Union Family Store
215 South Mountain Street
Union, SC  29379
(864)427-0656
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit
Donations of clothing, furniture, and household items received Monday-Saturday, 9 am-4:30 pm.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100811

SALVATION ARMY
Woodruff Family Store
467 Cross Anchor Road
Woodruff, SC  29388
(864)476-2201
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit
Donations of clothing, furniture, and household items received Monday-Saturday, 9 am-4:30 pm. Call (864)576-1808 to schedule a pickup of donations if you live in the Woodruff area.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20100811

Transportation

AIRPORT, GREENVILLE-SPARTANBURG INTERNATIONAL
Dave Edwards, Executive Director
2000 GSP Drive, Suite 1
Greer, SC  29651
(864)439-4476; (864)848-6225 (FAX and TTD)
dedwards@gspairport.com
www.GSPAIRPORT.com
Located midway between Greenville and Spartanburg off I-85 at Exit 57. Served by American Eagle, Continental Express, Delta, United Express, USAir and Allegiant Air with over 60 daily nonstop departures to 16 major cities. GSP International served 1,253,475  passengers in 2009.
PARENT AGENCY: Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Chairman-Roger Milliken; Vice-Chairman-Minor Shaw
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20100716

AIRPORT, SPARTANBURG DOWNTOWN MEMORIAL
Jeannette Terry, Airport Operations Manager
PO Drawer 1749
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 500 Ammons Road
(864)574-8552
jterry@cityofspartanburg.org
www.cityofspartanburg.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 7 am-8 pm; Saturday-Sunday, 8 am-8 pm  Maintenance Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm
Located three miles from the heart of the city. Host to annual Warbirds Scramble each May. The Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport is the City's largest owned asset and is located in the southwest section of the City off Ammons Road. It was the first airport in South Carolina-opening in October 1927. The airport serves over 100 local aircraft, as well as corporate planes. Charter flights and flight instruction are available. The airport is a popular tour site for elementary school and daycare groups.
PARENT AGENCY: City of Spartanburg
Date of Last Update: 20100804

SPARTA; SPARTANBURG TRANSIT SYSTEM
Luis Gonzalez
PO Box 1607
Spartanburg, SC  29304
(864)595-2715
lgonzalez@cityofspartanburg.org
www.spartabus.com
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 6 am-6 pm; limited service Saturday 10 am-6 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. Fixed Route: In order to qualify for the reduced fare and SPARTA ID card,
passengers must have: Picture ID verifying age 65 years old or older;
Medicare Card; Physical or mental disability that is verified by a licensed physician.
2. Complementary Paratransit: There is a two part application process which
you must complete before you are allowed to use SPARTA's ADA Complementary
Paratransit service. In the first part, you give SPARTA permission to
contact a professional who is familiar with your abilities. In the second
part, this professional answers questions about your ability to use fixed
route bus service. SPARTA uses this information to determine if you are
eligible to use SPARTA's Complementary Paratransit service all of the time,
some of the time, or not at all.
FEES:
1. Fixed Route: Fare is $1.25 plus $0.30 for a transfer. Reduced fare for senior citizens, students, and the handicapped.
2. Complementary Paratransit: $1.80 per trip.
Fixed Route and Complementary Paratransit bus service in and around the City
of Spartanburg. Trained and courteous drivers. Air conditioned and ADA
equipped buses. Bus schedules are available on the SPARTA website, on the
buses, and at City Hall in Spartanburg. SPARTA office is located at 150 Air
Flow Drive. SPARTA Transfer Facility is located at 100 Liberty Street.
FUNDING: Federal Transit Administration; SCDOT; City of Spartanburg
PARENT AGENCY: Transit Management of Spartanburg
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Angela Grant, (864)595-2715
AREA SERVED: Greater Spartanburg Area
Date of Last Update: 20100726

TRANSPORTATION SERVICE BUREAU
Dial-A-Ride
(864)560-4118
www.spartanburgcounty.org
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public in Spartanburg County
FEES: $3.00-$8.50, one-way
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call by 10 am for next day service
Non-emergency transportation to medical facilities and other destinations. Contracts with various agencies to provide transportation to specified destinations. Dial-a-Ride is also a general public service which provides door-to-door transportation to any destination in Spartanburg County.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20101102

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If you received a shut-off notice from Seattle City Light (electricity) or Seattle Public Utilities (water, sewer, garbage), or you are unable to pay your bill, you may qualify for emergency payment assistance.

Electricity/Seattle City Light

The City of Seattle manages or operates two different programs that provide one-time payment assistance for eligible residential customers facing electrical disconnection:

1. City’s Light’s Emergency Low-Income Assistance Program, which pays 50 percent of the past due balance to a maximum of $200 once every 12 months.



2. Project Share, which pays a maximum of $500 in a calendar year. Of this amount, up to $250 can be provided without a customer matching payment. Any additional assistance requires a two-to-one customer matching payment.

For more information or an eligibility assessment, call the Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities Customer Service Center at 206-684-3000, then press 5 for account balance, then press 0 to speak to a customer service representative.

Water, Sewer and Garbage/Seattle Public Utilities

Seattle Public Utilities provides payment assistance and consultation for eligible residential customers facing disconnection of water, garbage and sewer service. Customers who meet the income criteria may receive assistance in the amount of 50 percent of their past due balance to a maximum of $200 in a 12-month period.

Customers requesting assistance must make payment arrangements through Seattle Public Utilities Residential Service Team at 206-684-5800.

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 General Information

See Most Recent Obsolete Policy
Policy Effective Date: January 1, 2008

Emergency Assistance - Homeless Prevention Program (EA) provides immediate short term help for destitute families to remedy or prevent homelessness.

Tip/Hint/Instruction

Services provided include:

Rent, deposits, mortgage, utility payments

Referral to legal services to avoid eviction

Counseling in basic planning and family budgeting

Advocacy referral needed to resolve problems with landlords and mortgage companies

Payments provided will not exceed:

$450 per family for one month’s rent

$700 per family for one month’s mortgage payment

$300 per family for utility programs

The family must meet ALL eight of the following program eligibility requirements to be eligible:

   1.

      The family must be homeless, facing eviction, foreclosure, utility shutoff, or in need of utilities, because of past due payments that resulted from a crisis beyond the control of the family.
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            A written statement from the landlord that the household is in danger of eviction, or that eviction procedures are expected to begin, can be accepted as evidence the household is facing eviction. The statement must be signed and dated by the landlord and must contain enough information to determine if an issuance of emergency assistance will prevent eviction.
   2.

      The family must be able to secure housing, utilities, or be able to prevent the eviction, foreclosure, or utility shutoff, with a one time rent, deposit, mortgage, or utility payment.
   3.

      The family must demonstrate how it will resolve past due payments and pay future months' rent, mortgage, or utility payments after resolution of the crisis.
   4.

      The family must have exhausted all other resources first.
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            The family is not required to provide written verification that other resources have been exhausted unless there is reason to question the customer statement or there is a question regarding a specific resource.
   5.

      The value of the household's assets cannot exceed $2000.00.  Countable assets are those immediately available to the family members.
   6.

      The gross income available to the household cannot exceed 185% of the Standard Needs Budget (SNB), based on the household's size. See Table 1 for income amounts that are 185% of the SNB.
   7.

      This is a time limited program.  See section 285.
   8.

      The household must have an eligible dependent child.  See section 228 for information on household composition for EA.

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