Financial Assistance Services provides support to low-income residents of Ramsey County. We determine eligibility for public assistance programs such as Medicaid, Food Support, General Assistance, Child Care and the Minnesota Family Investment Program.
Note: If you currently have Medicare or will qualify in the near future, you should learn about Medicare D, the new prescription drug coverage program. Go to Minnesota Department of Human Services for more information on Medicare-related programs.
The following programs help low-income people with Cash or Food support. Click on the program links for further information about the programs. Click here for information on How to Apply for Cash or Food Support assistance in Ramsey County.
Diversionary Work Program (DWP) - When most families first apply for cash assistance, they will participate in the Diversionary Work Program, or DWP. This is a 4 month program that helps parents go immediately to work rather than receive welfare.
General Assistance (GA) - This program serves as Minnesota's primary safety net for single adults and childless couples. The GA Program provides monthly cash grants for vulnerable persons whose income and resources are less than program limits.
Minnesota Supplemental Aid (MSA) - This program is a state funded program that provides a monthly cash supplement to people who are aged, blind or disabled and who receive federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Group Residential Housing (GRH) - This program is a state-funded income supplement program that pays for room-and-board costs for low-income adults who have been placed in a licensed or registered setting with which a county human service agency has negotiated a monthly rate.
Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) - This program coordinates services to assist refugees in making the transition to life in the United States. These services include resettlement and placement, cash and medical assistance, and employment and social services.
Health Care Programs
The following programs help low-income people with coverage for medical bills.
Medical Assistance (MA) - This program assists child under the age of 21, parents or relative caretakers of dependent children, pregnant women, people who are 65 or older and people who have a disability.
General Assistance Medical Care (GAMC) - This program serves low-income adults, ages 21-64, who have no dependent children under age 18 and who do not qualify for federal health care programs.
Other Health Care Programs - There are a variety of health care programs available to assist specific groups of people. These include persons in Nursing Homes, at-home care services, etc. the Department of Human Services web site is a good source of information on these programs.
Emergency Programs
The emergency aid programs available in Ramsey County include:
Ramsey County Emergency Assistance (EA) - This program is for low-income families experiencing a financial crisis.
Emergency General Assistance (EGA) - This program primarily helps low-income individuals experiencing a financial crisis.
Emergency Minnesota Supplemental Aide (EMSA) - This program is only available to persons currently receiving MSA.
Emergency aide is usually provided in the form of specific payments for shelter or other emergency expenses, which cause a threat to the health or safety of the individual or family. People currently active on a program with Financial Assistance should call their caseworker to apply for emergency aide. People not currently on assistance with Ramsey County can call 266-4444 to get information on how to apply for emergency aide.
Emergency Shelter/Help for the Homeless - Ramsey County has a variety of services available to those who are homeless or in danger of becoming homeless. Intake services for homeless persons are coordinated through The Family Place. For information on what to do if you are homeless or in danger or becoming homeless call The Family Place at 651-225-9354 or 651-225-9355.
i am a single mom with health issues which has stopped me from working, i had pre exsiting health issues and was cut off of tanf as my child turned 18 yrs old, but was still attending school. my doctor was sending me to a specialist to find out if i have cancer. but the state of washinton cut me off in 2 weeks. now i have no health ins. and am unable to go to a doctor. cant have eyeglasses anymore and have high levels of glacoma. gau is not accepting any of my doctors reports. my doctor says he cant believe this is happening. this state is acting like a third world country. i am facing homelessness. my daughter was planning on going to a community college for dental assitance but her dreams are shot down now as we have no place to live , the shelters are full. i am in tears everyday as i could have a sickness that could take my life without medical attention. and my child has no one but me to count on , this is a disgrase to america to treat their people with such abbuse. god is watching , the evils of this country
I started using heroin 2 1/2 years ago thanks to a boyfriend ( we are no longer together) , I hate the drug so I began methodone treatment with the hope of getting off this shit. But to me it seams like I just traded one drug for another, of coarse methadone isn't as risky to my health so thats a small bonus. The problem is COST at $300 a month its killing me. I have no insurance. I asked my counselor about Saboxone but was told that I would not be eligable because I have Hep C.
I would go through being sick if I didn't have to work. But if I don't work Ill end up Homeless. My methadone dose is 90ML . Any ideas on how to get some financial help or any ideas on how to stop the sickness .I don't use heroin now and never want to again. Its like i have got myself stuck in this spot and can't get out. HELP OH yeah I am 46 if that makes a difference.
The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program provides cash assistance to low-income families with children while they strive to become self-sufficient. The program's goal is to reduce the number of families living in poverty, through employment and community resources
To qualify for TANF, families must have very few assets and little or no income. The current maximum monthly benefit for a family of three is $528.
Applying for TANF
You can apply for TANF by downloading an application and instructions below. You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to view these PDF files. You can download the free software athttp://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
Many families in the TANF program receive help with needs such as employment, housing, child care, domestic violence and other factors that affect family stability.
Pre-TANF
The intent of the Pre-TANF Program is to provide initial screening and case management to families applying for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. This may include cash assistance as necessary to complete the plan and meet basic living expenses when other resources are not available.
Before Pre-TANF Program services begin, an assessment of the immediate unmet needs and strengths of the whole family is completed, eligibility is determined for Food Stamps and TANF-related medical benefits, and TANF eligibility factors are reviewed for presumed eligibility. A family may remain in the Pre-TANF program for as little as one day or up to 45-days, depending on the family's situation.
Pre-TANF includes an orientation on activities and services available in the local area. Case workers and other agency partners will assist clients in identifying family strengths as well as needs. While in Pre-TANF clients will:
Learn about other resources that may be available, like child support or SSI (Social Security)
Use job search and job readiness activities to find and prepare for work.
Learn more about how to get the job they want.
In Pre-TANF, DHS can help pay for childcare and transportation while clients look for work. DHS can also help pay for items needed to start a job. Examples include uniforms, special tools and car repairs.
Post-TANF Program
The goal of the Post-TANF program is to provide parents who become ineligible for TANF due to income, a monthly grant of $100 for up to one year. Post-TANF clients must stay employed and work a minimum number of hours per week. This grant will help families with transitional expenses of employment. There is an income cap of 250% of the federal poverty level.
In addition, the Department of Human Services (DHS) works with the Department of Justice (DOJ) to help clients obtain child support from absent parents. For help getting child support payments, contact Department of Justice.
Also see:
Oregon Helps, a Web site that can help you find out if you might be eligible for several programs that serve families and children.
Program participants must fit at least one of the 15 categories of eligibility specified in state statutes. Eligibility categories are primarily defined in terms of disability and unemployability. Most applicants and recipients are required to apply for benefits from federally funded disability programs for which they may qualify, such as Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income. In addition, the person or couple must have income and resources less than program limits. The resource limit for all units is $1000. After subtracting certain income disregards, a single person must have net income less than $203 per month, and a couple must have net income less than $260 per month.
Monthly benefits
The maximum benefit for a single adult is $203 per month and $260 per month for a married couple. Special funding is available for emergency situations when a person or family lacks basic need items, such as a lack of shelter or food, and that lack threatens the person’s or family’s health or safety.
Program funding
During state fiscal year 2009 (July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009), GA served an average of 19,092 people monthly. The total amount of GA benefits issued in fiscal year 2009 was approximately $45.2 million. Program costs are funded entirely with state funds.
You may also download a Combined Application Form (CAF) (DHS-5223-ENG). The completed CAF can be mailed or taken to your local county human services agency. For security reasons, you can not apply for assistance online.
Description: Providing financial assistance, food shelves and clothes to those in need
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - provides small amounts ($10-$20) of emergency financial assistance for those that qualify. May included perscription drug co-pays, bus tokens, gas cards.
FOOD SHELF - Provides donated food staples and paper products to individuals or families in need. Will handle special needs and after hours food donations by appointment. Food donations accepted.
CLOTHING PROGRAM - Receives and distributes new and used clothing and household items for families in need.
Additional Contact Information: Call for qualification requirements
Program Description BadgerCare is a health insurance program for low-income working families with children. It provides coverage for families with incomes too high for Medicaid who are without access to health insurance. The program seeks to eliminate barriers to successful employment by providing a transition for families from welfare to private insurance. BadgerCare is based on the premise that health care is essential for working families with children.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Wisconsin, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver with a child under the age of 19, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $28,000 if two people live in the household; $35,200 if three people live in the household; $42,400 if four people live in the household; $49,600 if five people live in the household; $56,800 if six people live in the household; $64,000 if seven people live in the household; $71,200 if eight people live in the household; and $78,400 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,200 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Application Process If you think you might be eligible, please call the following number to get your eligibility process started: (800) 362-3002 (TTY and translation services available). You may also send an e-mail to: webmaildhcf@dhfs.state.wi.us.
Program Description Kid Care CHIP is a Wyoming program designed to ensure that children and teens of both working and non-working families can have the health insurance they need. Kid Care CHIP offers health insurance coverage for Wyoming's children and teens through age 18 who are uninsured and meet income and eligibility guidelines.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Wyoming, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, or pregnant, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live in the household; and $81,500 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Application Process If you have any questions, need an application mailed to you or need further information, please call (877) 543-7669 or email Kid Care CHIP at kidcare@state.wy.us.
Program Description The TexCare Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is designed for families who earn too much money to qualify for Medicaid health care, yet cannot afford to buy private insurance. The parents in some of these families have jobs that do not offer health insurance for children. Other parents' jobs offer health insurance, but the insurance is so expensive that families cannot afford it.
TexCare offers additional children's health insurance programs through Medicaid, which is provided at no cost to qualifying children, and the State Kids Insurance Program - SKIP. If you are a state employee, you may qualify for an insurance supplement for your dependent children under age 19. Your SKIP supplement will be covered through your state insurance program.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Texas, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live in the household; and $81,500 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Call 1-800-647-6558 to ask questions about CHIP or to apply over the phone. Operators work between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. M-F and until 3 p.m. (Central Time) on Saturdays, except federal holidays.
Program Description SCHIP allows Oregon to offer health insurance for eligible children, up to age 19, who are not already insured.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Oregon, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $62,382 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household; and $75,388 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Program Description MinnesotaCare is Minnesota's S-CHIP program, but adults may enroll in the program as well as children if they meet the eligibility criteria. To qualify, you must be a resident of Minnesota, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid) for the past four months (some exceptions for some children). In addition, you must not have health insurance available to you through an employer who offers to pay at least half the monthly cost. You must be a US citizen or "qualified" non-citizen. Income limits for MinnesotaCare are higher than the limits for Medical Assistance (Minnesota's Medicaid program). Because of different calculation methods, the income limits listed here may be slightly different than the actual income figures used by Minnesota. Please contact us for more information on the program.MinnesotaCare provides comprehensive health care coverage. Covered services include doctor visits, immunizations, hospitalization, prescriptions, eye exams, eye glasses, dental care and more. Enrollees pay a monthly premium based on income, household size, and the number of people covered. Some low-income children and families pay as little as $4 per month.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Minnesota, under 21 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), underinsured, a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $28,608 if one person lives in the household; $38,508 if two people live in the household; $48,408 if three people live in the household; $58,308 if four people live in the household; $68,208 if five people live in the household; $78,108 if six people live in the household; $88,008 if seven people live in the household; $97,908 if eight people live in the household; and $107,808 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $9,900 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Program Description LaCHIP is a health insurance program designed to bring quality health care to currently uninsured children and youth up to the age of 19 in Louisiana. Children can qualify for coverage under LaCHIP using higher income standards. LaCHIP provides Medicaid coverage for doctor visits for primary care as well as preventive and emergency care, immunizations, prescription medications, hospitalization, home health care and many other health services. LaCHIP provides health care coverage for the children of Louisiana's working families with moderate and low incomes. Children must be under age 19 and not covered by health insurance. Family income cannot be more than 200 percent of the Federal poverty level (about $3,067 monthly for a family of four or $36,800 annually). There are no enrollment fees, no premiums, no co-payments and no deductibles. NOTE: Even if your total income is more than these amounts, your children may still qualify because you can receive these deductions: Earned Income (we deduct $90 for each employed income unit member); Childcare Payments (we deduct $175 per month per child age two or older), or $200 per month per child under age two; Child Support Received (we disregard up to $50); Child Support Payments to someone outside the home (we deduct the amount actually paid up to the amount of the court order.) Children enrolled in LaCHIP will maintain their eligibility for 12 continuous months no matter how much their family's income increases during this period. This is being done to ensure children receive initial and follow-up care. A renewal of coverage is done after each 12-month period. Find out today whether you (if you are under 19) or your children are eligible for benefits!
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Louisiana, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $36,432 if two people live in the household; $45,792 if three people live in the household; $55,152 if four people live in the household; $64,512 if five people live in the household; $73,872 if six people live in the household; $83,232 if seven people live in the household; $92,592 if eight people live in the household; and $101,952 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $9,360 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Program Description Hoosier Healthwise is a health insurance program for Indiana children, pregnant women, and low income families. Health care is provided at little or no cost to Indiana families enrolled in the program. The enrolled member chooses a doctor to get regular checkups and health care for illnesses. Other health needs such as prescriptions, dental care, vision care, family planning services, and mental health services are also available as part of the Hoosier Healthwise program.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Indiana, under 19 years of age, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $36,432 if two people live in the household; $45,780 if three people live in the household; $55,128 if four people live in the household; $64,476 if five people live in the household; $73,836 if six people live in the household; $83,196 if seven people live in the household; $92,556 if eight people live in the household; and $101,916 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $9,360 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
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Program Description The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps people with low income get the food they need for good health. SNAP benefits are used in place of cash to buy food. Most people must spend some cash along with their SNAP benefits to buy enough food for a month.
The SNAP Section has the responsibility for administering Arkansas' SNAP Program within the Division of County Operations. The Section is responsible for the following: analysis of issues, laws, and regulations governing the SNAP Program. The SNAP Section develops policy and procedures, monitors compliance with Federal Regulations, which relate to timeliness and accuracy, as well as, compliance with regulations governing the delivery of SNAP benefits.
SNAP is funded with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services dollars.
Annually over $200 million in benefits are authorized for eligible participants in the SNAP Program.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Arkansas and fall into one of two groups: (1) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than $14,079 if one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three people live in the household; $28,665 if four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six people live in the household; $43,251 if seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $4,862 for each additional person in the home.
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Application Process To apply for this program, download a copy of the application, found at http://www.state.ar.us/dhs/dco/NewDCO/DCO-0215.pdf, and return it to your local DHS office by mail, fax, or in person.
Program Description The Family Assistance Administration's mission is to assist individuals and families in improving their quality of life.
The Family Assistance Administration helps individuals and families achieve independence and self-sufficiency by providing temporary assistance in meeting their immediate basic needs. The FAA provides Cash Assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance to eligible participants, determines eligibility for Medical Assistance, and refers participants to other departmental and community resources for assistance.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Arizona and fall into one of two groups: (1) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than $14,079 if one person lives in the household; $18,941 if two people live in the household; $23,803 if three people live in the household; $28,665 if four people live in the household; $33,527 if five people live in the household; $38,389 if six people live in the household; $43,251 if seven people live in the household; or $48,113 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $4,862 for each additional person in the home.
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Please note- clients must have the following information available when applying:
Social Security numbers for everyone, or proof they applied for a Social Security number
Alien registration cards if there are non-U.S. citizens in the household
Name, address and daytime phone number of a landlord or neighbor, if available
A statement verifying your address and the names of everyone living with you. The statement must be made by a non-relative who doesn’t live with you and must be signed, dated and include the non-relative's address and telephone number
Proof of all money your household received from any source last month and this month
Registration/titles for all vehicles
Bank or credit union statement (savings or checking) for the most recent month
Proof of Savings Bonds, securities, retirement plans and life insurance
Copies of rent/mortgage and utility bills (electric, water, gas, etc.) for the most recent month
Proof of childcare expenses for the most recent month
Proof of recurring medical expenses for anyone in the household age 60 and older, blind, or disabled.
Program Description Washington Medicaid is a joint Federal/state program established to pay for medical services for people with disabilities, people 65 years and older, children and their caretakers, and pregnant women who meet the program's financial requirements. The purpose of the program is to provide reimbursement for and assure the availability of appropriate medical care to persons who meet the criteria for Medicaid.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Washington, a US national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. You must also be either pregnant, a parent or relative caretaker of a dependent child(ren) under age 19, blind, have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability, or be 65 years of age or older.
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Application Process For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Description Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid health care program. This program pays for a variety of medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources. Medi-Cal is supported by Federal and state taxes. Medi-Cal is a large program made up of many separate programs designed to assist Californians in various family and medical situations.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, a US national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income. You must also be either pregnant, blind, have a disability or a family member in your household with a disability, be responsible for children under 19 years of age, or be 65 years of age or older.
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Application Process For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
General Assistance Unemployable (GAU) is a state-funded program that provides cash and medical benefits for persons who are physically and/or mentally incapacitated and unemployable for 90 days from the date of application.
Who is eligible:
Persons who:
Are "incapacitated" (unable to work)
Are at least 18 years old, unless married
Meet income and resource requirements
Meet citizenship/alien status requirements
Reside in Washington State
Agree to have their needs for medical treatment and referral assessed
You cannot get GAU benefits if:
You are eligible for Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) benefits or State Family Assistance (SFA) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
You are eligible for SSI
You are an ineligible spouse of an SSI recipient
You were denied benefits or your benefits were terminated by the Social Security Administration for failing to follow a program rule or application requirement.
Income and resource requirements:
As with other cash programs, there is a $1,000 resource limit requirement for the GAU program. Certain items, such as a home you live in, or vehicle equity up to $5,000, are not counted. Income is also considered.
Program Description The Family Assistance Program provides financial assistance to meet basic needs for families with a dependent child under age 18 or age 19 if s/he is a full time student in a secondary school or in the equivalent level of vocational or technical training and whose income and resources do not exceed established agency standards.
General Program Requirements In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Alabama, either pregnant or responsible for a child under 19 years of age, a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either under-employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.
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Application Process To apply, fill out an application and bring it with you to apply in person at your local Department of Human Resources office. Click here for the application: http://www.dhr.state.al.us/large_docs/DHR-FAD-690.pdf
Food Not Bombs: 579-1605 Courthouse Square, 3rd & Santa Rosa Ave. Santa Rosa, Dinner served 5-7 PM. West Washington and Howard St., Peta¬luma, Meal served M & Sat.10:30 AM-Noon
Free Dinners Project: 869-2491 Guerneville Veterans Bldg. - just show up. Soup, salad, vegetarian whole grain meals. 2nd and last Wed. of month. 4:30-7 PM. Volunteers 1:30 - 8:30 PM.
Mission Food Program: 865-0834 St. Andrews Episcopal Mission 20329 Hwy. 116, Monte Rio 1st, 3rd, 4th Tu .5-7 PM, Dinner and food
Petaluma Kitchen: 778-6380 Payran & D, Petaluma, Free lunch every day. Mon-Fri.: 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, Saturday-Sunday: 11:30AM to 12:30 PM. All are welcome.
Redwood Gospel Mission: 542-4817 101 6th St., Santa Rosa. Breakfast: 6:30 AM. Dinner: 6:00 PM. Chapel service before meals.
Saturday Breakfast at UUCSR (Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Santa Rosa) 547 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa 7-8:30 AM
Senior Meal Programs: 525-0383 Lunch programs in communities. Call for locations, days & times in your area. $3.50 donation requested but not required.
St. Vincent de Paul: 528-7580 610 Wilson St., Santa Rosa Free lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Every day.
Sunday Meal Program: 433-2107 209 Matheson St., Healdsburg, Every Sunday 4:00 PM Holiday Events & Meal: 565-2108 or 800¬325-9604
FOOD: Groceries/Food Vouchers
Many community service programs require picture ID to avoid duplicate services. If you are living in a vehicle, homeless or lack a place to receive mail, look under Service Centers to see where you can get a mailbox. IDs are issued by DMV; you don't have to drive to qualify for one.
Catholic Worker: 575-8342 437 A Street, Santa Rosa. Families with Children. Tu & Fri Sign up at 8:30 AM and pick up food at 10:30 AM. Serves Sonoma
COTS Food for Families: 778-6380 Emergency groceries for qualified families & individuals. Call to complete application.
Elisha’s Pantry: 542-2569 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa (Bennett and Rincon Valley residents) Thurs 4-5:30 PM
Emergency Food Bank: 887-2226 Call or stop for food box by noon Thurs. 16390 Main St., Guerneville.
Family Services - Salvation Army: Need IDs for all family members. Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Cotati: 542-0998 93 Stony Circle, Santa Rosa M-F 10-12
Feed Our Children: 575-1620 Harvest Christian Center, 915 Piner, Ste.H, Santa Rosa. Groceries. Thurs 11:30 AM-3:30 PM Soc. Sec. card for adults & children. Serves Sonoma County.
F.I.S.H. Santa Rosa: 527-5151 1055 Benton St., Santa Rosa 3 days of groceries. Call M-F 10:30 AM-1:30 PM and Sat. 10:30-11:30 AM. Serves Sonoma County.
Friends In Sonoma Helping: 996-0111 Emergency groceries & other services in Sonoma Valley
Food for Thought: 887-1647, Forestville For AIDS patients. Tues-Sat. 10 AM-5 PM
Food Closet 887-2020 6550 Covey Rd, Forestville Groceries -2nd & 4th Monday 10 to 11AM Forestville United Methodist Church
Healdsburg Food Pantry: 433-3663 Tu. Wed. and Fri . 3 PM - 4:30 PM. Healdsburg and Geyserville residents only
Inter-Church Food Pantry 823-2483 500 Robinson Rd., Sebastopol Open M - W - F, Sat.- 10 AM-Noon Sebastopol, Occidental, Graton
Occidental Community Church: 874-3501 Food voucher program M-F: 9 AM-3 PM, Sat. by appt. Occidental.
Open Closet/Redwood Covenant Church: 528-8463 3175 Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa,. food, clothes - 2nd Sat. 8:30-10 AM Serves Sonoma County.
Prayer Chapel Mission 546-6520 1355 South Wright Road, Santa Rosa 1st Wed. 2-4 Food & clothing.
Rohnert Park Food Pantry: 318-0376 436 Southwest Blvd., Wed. 4-6 PM Serves Cotati and Penngrove.
Russian River Community Pantry:869-3661, Guerneville Community Church, Guerneville, 2nd & 4th Sat: 10 AM - Noon
Seventh Day Adventist: 578-0954 Santa Rosa. Groceries, clothing, diapers. ID required. 10 AM - Noon - Mon. & Wed.
Sonoma Overnight Support: 933-9593 message. M - F 10 AM - 5 PM.
St. Vincent de Paul: 1-800-584-1579 Emergency food or clothing for families & individuals. Serves Sonoma County
EFAP (U.S.D.A.) Redwood Empire Food Bank: 523-7900 7900 or 565-2108 or (800)325-9604 Call for location of food distribution sites in your area.
WIC: 800-816-3663 or 565-6590 Call for appointment. Monthly food vouchers for pregnant, nursing mothers & children to age 5. Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Sonoma, Guerneville.
WIC: 431-0831 Healdsburg & Cloverdale, Call for appt.
Volunteer Center Information & Referral 565-2108 , 1-800-325-9608 2550 Paulin Drive, SR Links people in need with community services. Call M-F, 8:30-4:30
Fair Housing of Sonoma Co.: 579-5033 See listing under Legal. www.FHDSC.org
SC Community Development Comm. - 565-7500 See listing under Housing.
SC Human Services Comm. 565-5305 2227 Capicorn Way, Suite 207, Santa Rosa, M-F, 8 AM-5 PM. Information & referral.
Service Centers
California Human Development Corp. SC Latino Community Services: 433-6652 405 Grove St., Healdsburg. M-F 8AM - 5PM, Translation, assistance for immigra¬tion, rental assistance, services for migrant & seasonal farmworkers.
Disability Services & Legal Center formerly Community Resources for Independence: 528-2745: TDD 528-2151 980 Hopper Ave., Santa Rosa. Assistance for persons with disabilities. Independent living skills training, benefits counseling, personal assistant referrals, interpreting.
Homeless Services Center: 525-0226 600 Morgan St., Santa Rosa. M-F. 6-11:30 AM, 1-2 PM. Showers, phone/mail service, laundry, lockers.
Interlink Self-Help Center: 546-4481 1033 4th St., Santa Rosa, M-T-W-F-S, 10 AM-3 PM. Thursday only: 10AM-2 PM Drop in self-help center for individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Peer counseling, community resources, recreation.
LaCasa De La Amistad 933-0897 Vineyard Workers Services, 17962 Sonoma Hwy, Boyes Hot Springs Farmworkers or family members. Harvest season, days vary, evening hours. Hot meals, English classes, health care, referrals, emergency shelter, food, clothing, sleeping bags and tents.
The Living Room: 579-0142 636 Cherry St., Santa Rosa M-F 8:30 am-1:30 pm Drop-in center for homeless/at risk women & children only. Breakfast & lunch, toiletries, writing supplies/stamps, bus tickets, telephone/message/mail service, information and referral, supervised children's area.
Mary Isaak Center: 776-4777 900 Hopper Ave., Petaluma, Daily 8 AM - 8 PM. Provides meals, showers, phone/mail service, laundry facilities, lockers, counsel¬ing, employment, health care & housing referrals, assistance with chemical dependency.
Nightingale Project: 525-0226 Homeless Service Center. Post operative recovery beds for adults. Referral from hospital.
Russian River Empowerment Center: 604-7264 Tu, Wed, Thurs 9:30AM-3:30PM 16229 Third Street, Guerneville. Consumer-driven center for adults with serious and persistant mental illness.
The Wellness and Advocacy Center: 565-7800 3400 Chanate Rd., Santa Rosa. M, Tu, Thurs. & Fri. 10 AM-2PM and Wed. 11AM¬3PM. Consumer operated & managed pro¬gram for adults with psychiatric disabilities
Emergency Shelters
Catholic Charities Family Support Center: 542-5426 Comprehensive services for 28 families for 30-90 days. Screening required.
Catholic Charities: 525-0226, Intake at Homeless Service Center., 600 Morgan St, Santa Rosa. All shelters have comprehensive services.
Brookwood Shelter : Intake screening M-F 6:00-11:30 AM Russell Ave. Shelter & Samuel L. Jones Hall: Intake 1-2PM
Community Support Network/Opportunity House: 573-6955, 60-Day Emergency Shelter for mentally ill with transitional housing counseling. Call for information, outreach services, Spanish/English translation, crisis intervention.
Cold Weather Shelter-Russian River Area: 565-2108 or 800 325-9604 Single adults
COTS (Committee on the Shelterless) COTS Family Shelter: 765-6593 1500-B Petaluma Blvd. So., Petaluma Comprehensive program with case management. Licensed childcare program. Call for screening & intake. Must call every day to stay active on waiting list. 2 months max. stay.
Mary Isaak Center/COTS: 776-4777 Intake from 2-3 PM at 900 Hopper Ave., Petaluma. Call daily when on Bed List.
Redwood Gospel Mission: 542-4817 101 6th St. at Wilson , Santa Rosa. Dinner at 6:00 PM.
Men’s Emergency Shelter: 542-4817 After dinner, request housing. Men only. 14-day initial stay. Must have ID. Job-search residence program follow up.
Rose Women & Children’s Emergency Shelter: 573-0490 Show up at 5:30 PM at 101 6th St., Santa Rosa. 30-day stay, overnight shelter only. Children (boys under 11) welcome.
Dr. James E. Coffee House/ Social Advocates for Youth: 546-3432 Emergency shelter for runaway or homeless teens aged 12-17. Crisis mediation provided on a 24-hour basis for youth & their families. Outreach to homeless youth and drop-in services. Food, clothes, toiletries.
S.O.S./Sonoma Overnight Support: 933-9593, emergency shelter. Call at 5 PM. Sonoma Valley only. Information and referral, counseling, and food.
Sloan House Women’s Emergency Shelter Call 569-0615 after 4 PM. 30 day shelter for single homeless women and homeless mothers with small children. Santa Rosa.
Spare Room: 433-6161 Single parent families and single women call between 7:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Single men and couples call between 7:30 PM and 8:00 PM. Overnight temporary or emergency shelter. Located in Healdsburg.
Wallace House: 894-2727 Call between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Overnight shelter, transitional housing. Located in Cloverdale.
YWCA Safe House: 546-1234 (24 hrs.) Emergency shelter for women & children fleeing domestic violence.
Housing/Transitional Housing
CAP So. Co. Transitional Housing: 544-6911 Shared housing &Low Cost Apartments for formerly homeless women & families with children. Case Management services.
COTS Housing & Family Services: 765-6593 Petaluma. Shared & transitional housing with case management in Petaluma & Rohnert Park.
Community Support Network - Transitional Training Program: 794-8446 4-month program for homeless mentally ill adults. 9 beds. Call for information.
Petaluma Area Transitional Housing/Salvation Army: 769-0716 For families transitioning out of shelters. Clean and sober. Up to 2 years.
Face to Face: 544-1581 Housing assistance for people living with HIV + or AIDS diagnosis.
Interfaith Shelter Network: 546-7907 Pick up application from So. Co. Community Development Commission, 1440 Guerneville Rd, then call for appointment. Clients are clean & sober, have income or general assistance. Up to 2-year program.
North Bay Veterans Resource Center: 578-8387 M-F, 8 AM- 4 PM. A project of Vietnam Veterans of California. Transitional housing Santa Rosa & Petaluma for single male veterans.
City of Santa Rosa Housing Authority: 543-3300 90 Santa Rosa Ave.
Sonoma County Housing Authority: 565-7500 1440 Guerneville Rd., Santa Rosa.
Supported Permanent Housing Commu¬nity Support Network 575-0979, x14 Residential programs for adults with mental health disabilities - includes a homeless shelter and transitional housing program.
Victory Outreach: 541-0978 Christian home for men and women
Utilities / Cash / Other Aid
General Assistance: 565-2715 2550 Paulin Dr., Santa Rosa. Basic items of need for disabled or unemployed adults not eligible for other cash programs.
HCA Funds: 565-2108 or (800) 325-9604 Rent or security deposit. Priority to families with children, seniors and disabled.
North Coast Energy Services: 1-800-233-4480 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Offers once a year help with wood, propane, kerosene or financial assistance with PG&E.
Salvation Army REACH - Santa Rosa, 542-0998 and all of Sonoma County except Sonoma 996-4761 and Petaluma, 769-0716 Call for information. Help with PG & E bills.
Season of Sharing: 565-2108 or 1-800-325-9604, Critical needs and rent. Priority to families with children, seniors and disabled.
Social Security Benefits including SSI: 544-4302 or 800-772-1213, Social Security Admin., 2099 Range Ave, Santa Rosa.
So. Co. Adult & Youth Development: 793-9030 One-time emergency rental/security deposit assistance to prevent homelessness. HCA Fund & City of Rohnert Park funds.
SonomaWORKS - 565-2715 2550 Paulin Dr., Santa Rosa. M-F 8AM-5PM. Welfare-to Work program for TANF applicants/recipients; employment and training services, cash assistance, child care, transportation, mental health & substance abuse services.
Work/Training Assistance
California Human Development Corp. Employment: 521-4760. 1015 Center Dr. Ste. B, Santa Rosa. Job placement includes resume development, interviewing skills, job development/ placement, and support services pertaining to job retention. Limited work experience services for individuals with employment barriers.
Goodwill Industries 523-0550 Job placement includes resume development, interviewing skills, job development/placement, and support services pertaining to job retention. Limited work experience services for individuals with employment barriers.
Homeless Service Center: 525-0226 Job preparedness; resume writing.
Job Link: 565-5550 2245 Challenger Way, Ste. 104, Santa Rosa. Job search & train¬ing.. Call for Orientation information.
North Bay Veterans Resource Center: 578-8387 2455 Bennett Valley Rd. #112A, Santa Rosa. Men & women with a history of military service. Employment services. job search, Resource Room, & placement.
Social Advocates for Youth - Youth Employment Center: 544-3299, Ext. 227 Counseling, jobs, help finishing school.
Sonoma Co. Community Services (CHD) 433-6652 405 Grove St., Healdsburg Bilingual. Job training & referrals.
Personal Help / Counseling
Alcohol/Drug Issues: Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 544-1300 Narcotics Anonymous: 575-7837 Cocaine Abuse 24-Hour Action Help Line & Treatment: 800-888-9383 Co-Dependents Anonymous or Al Anon Family Groups: 575-6760. Free. Spiritual program.
Chanate Hall Youth & Family Mental Health Outpatient Services: 565-4810 3333 Chanate Rd., Santa Rosa. Services for emotionally disturbed children and adolescents up to 21.
Domestic Violence Hotline: 546-1234 Group, individual self-esteem building and therapeutic counseling for women and men. Residential program for women.
Lomi Psychotherapy: 579-0465 x227 M - F 8AM - 8 PM. Appointment required. Sliding scale, Medicare.
Mental Health Crisis Line: 800-746-8181 Mental health emergencies & homeless help.
Mental Health Resource Team: 565-6900. Serves Medi-Cal patients and those with chronic and serious mental illness.
Orenda Center: 565-7460 Alcohol detoxification center. Referral to treatment programs and services.
Redwood Covenant Church: 528-8463 3175 Sebastopol Rd.., Santa Rosa. Christian recovery.
Russian River Counselors: 865-1200 19375 Hwy. 116, Monte Rio. Counseling, drop-in center, limited transitional housing.
Social Advocates for Youth Crisis: 546-3432 & 1-800-544-3299 Intervention in family crisis; counseling, reunification, foster care, advocacy.
DENTAL CARE
Alexander Valley Regional Medical Center: 894-2094 See information under Health Care.
Alliance Dental Clinic - 433-8161 See information under Health Care.
Redwood Empire Dental Society: 546-7275 1400 No. Dutton Ave., Ste. 10, Santa Rosa. Referral service to dentists taking new patients, dentists accepting Medi-Cal(Denti-Cal), senior dental program.
Russian River Health Center: 869-2849 See information under Health Care.
St. Joseph Dental Clinic: 547-2221 751 Lombardi Ct., #A, Santa Rosa. Provides preventative and treatment services to low income children. Offers checkups, cleaning, fillings, sealants, extractions. Limited emergency services at 7:30 am. Children 1-20 years of age, low income families. Accepts Denti-Cal
Western Dental: 542-5200 240 Farmers Lane, Santa Rosa. Call for appt. Accepts Medi
HEALTH CARE
Alexander Valley Regional Medical Center: 894-4229 6 Tarman Dr., Cloverdale. Call for appointment. Walk-ins for urgent care only. Comprehensive medical care. Accepts Medi-Cal, CMSP, Medicare, Sliding scale. www.avrmcorg.org
Alliance Medical Center 433-5494 1381 University St., Healdsburg. Urgent Care, Call for appointment. Comprehensive medical care. Medi-Cal, CMSP, Medicare, sliding scale. www.alliancemed.org
Chanate Family Practice Center: 303¬3600 3320 Chanate Rd., Santa Rosa. Full service family practice. Appointment required. Open M-F. Spanish. Medi-Cal, CMSP, Medicare, sliding scale. Serves uninsured.
Community Intervention Program (CIP): 565-4811 M-F Serves individuals with serious mental illness who are also homeless and/or have alcohol and drug problems or are part of an underserved ethnic minority. Call for locations to meet with staff.
Jewish Community Free Clinic: 585-7780 6307 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park. Mondays 9:30-11:30AM, Thursday 6-8 PM. Free family practice clinic for those without health insurance, Medi-Cal, CMSP or Medi-Care. No narcotics are prescribed. www.jewishfreeclinic.org
Medi-Cal & County Medical Services Program (CMSP): To apply call 565-2715 or go to 2550 Paulin Dr. , Santa Rosa. M-F 8AM - 5PM. Medi-Cal - pays for medical and dental care, prescriptions, hospitalization and nursing home care. For eligible persons, CMSP provides medical and dental care for adults. Service Center for enrollees: 877-699-6868. care. CMSP provides medical and dental care for adults not eligible for Medi-Cal.
Mental Health Outreach Services / Cloverdale, Guerneville, Petaluma & Sonoma: 565-4730, 3400 Chanate, Santa Rosa. Medication evaluation, mental health assessment & treatment. M-F 8-5. Call for information.
Occidental Area Health Center: 874-2444 3802 Main, Occidental. Call for appt. sive medical care. Low cost clinics, sliding scale, Medi-Cal, CMSP & CMSP. www.wchealth.org
Perinatal Services: 565-4554 625 Fifth Street, Santa Rosa. M-F 8-5 Health services for pregnant women with Medi-Cal.
Petaluma Health Center: 559-7500 1301 Southpoint Blvd., Petaluma. Compre¬hensive medical care. Sliding scale, Medi-Cal, CMSP, Medicare. www.phealthcenter.org
Planned Parenthood: 1-800-967-7526 1370 Medical Center Dr., Rohnert Park
Psychiatric Emergency Services: 576-8181 OR (800)746-8181 (toll free) 3322 Chanate Rd., Santa Rosa 24-hour psychiatric emergency intervention and treatment. Call or walk-in.
Public Health Clinical Services: 565-4820 3420 Chanate Rd, SR. Sexually transmitted disease diagnosis/treatment, family planning, sterilization, pregnancy testing, teen clinic, maternity services, immunizations, TB testing, HIV testing.
Riley Street Clinic: 565-4820, 418 Riley St., Santa Rosa - includes teen clinic.
Roseland Children’s Health Center:578-2005, 962 Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa. M-F 8:30 AM - 5 PM. Comprehensive pediatric care. Medi-Cal, Healthy Families & sliding scale. No child turned away due to inability to pay. www.capsonoma.org/schc
Russian River Health Center: 869-2849 16319 Third St., Guerneville. M - Th. 9 AM - 8 PM. Fri. 9AM - 5PM, Sat. 9 AM - 1 PM. Offers comprehensive medical care. Medi-Cal, CMSP, Medicare, & sliding scale. www.wchealth.org
Saints Jane & Mary Medical Clinic: 591-9667, 1580 Sebastopol Rd., Santa Rosa Appointment required, same day only, call beginning 8:30 AM. Medi-Cal. Uninsured adults, a low cost visit fee of $60. Dental & vision care referrals available to uninsured children to age 18 and also sports/school physicals and immunizations. No walk-ins.
St. Joseph Mobile Health Clinic: 524-2477 Serves low-income individuals without primary care physician, especially chilren. Call for day and locations.
Santa Rosa Free Clinic: 546-6479 at Family Support Center, 465 A St., Santa Rosa. Mon. 8:30 AM-12 Noon and Wed. 8:30 AM-5 PM (Closed 12PM-1PM). Free acute medical care & referral for those without medical insurance especially those who are homeless. www.srfreeclinic.org
Santa Rosa Veterans Affairs Clinic: (877) 487-2838, 3315 Chanate Rd. Ste 1E M-F 8AM-4:30PM. Appointment required.
Sonoma County Indian Health 521-4545 144 Stony Point Rd, SR Native Americans, limited services to others.Comprehensive medical care and also WIC
Sonoma Valley Community Health Center: 939-6070 430 W. Napa St., Ste. F, Sonoma. Comprehensive medical care. Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, sliding scale and sees non-insured.
Southwest Community Health Center: 547-2222, 751 Lombardi Ct., Suite B, Santa Rosa. Appts. required. Teen & Malewalk-ins accepted. Offers comprehensive medical care and education. www.swhealthcare.org
Urgent Care: 543-2000, 1287 Fulton Rd., Santa Rosa 7 Days 9 AM-8 PM; 584-0672 1450 Medical Center Dr., Rohnert Park 7 days 8 AM-9 PM; walk-ins for non life threatening medical problems. Medi-Cal
Women’s Health Specialists: 537-1171 4415 Sonoma Hwy #D, Santa Rosa. Free pregnancy testing/counseling, free/low cost birth control, breast cancer early detection.
Alcohol & Other Drug Treatment
DAAC Outpatient Treatment: 544-3295 2403 Professional Dr., SR Group and individual treatment for alcohol and other drug problems. Methadone treatment available. Call for appointment.
DAAC-Turning Point: 284-2950 Residential treatment for chemically dependent adults. Not a shelter.
Manna Home: 576-1471 Christian residential rehabilitation for chemically dep. women. Children visit.
Orenda Center: 565-7460 1430 Neotomas Ave., Santa Rosa. Alcohol detox, residential alcohol & drug treatment, counseling, education.
Santa Rosa Treatment Program: 576-0818. 1901 Cleveland Ave., Ste. B. Santa Rosa. Outpatient methadone detoxification.
Women's Recovery Services: 527-0412 Residential treatment for chemically dependent women and mothers. www.womensrecoveryservices.org
TRANSPORTATION
Santa Rosa City Bus: 543-3333 (24 Hr. Automated) or 543-3325 M–F 8am-5pm.
Sonoma County Transit: 576-7433 or (800) 345-7433 or 585-9817 TDD for bus schedule information 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Regional Transit Connection Discount Card: (800) 345-7433 Allows persons with documented disabili¬ties and senior citizens to ride at a reduced fare.
PARATRANSPORTATION
Paratransportation is for person with disabilities who are medically certified and are unable to use fixed bus routes.
Santa Rosa Paratransit (MV Transportation): 543-3925 to apply for service M-F 10 am to 7 pm. 546-2092 for trip reservations M–Sat. 8 am–5 pm and Sun. 10 am–3 pm. Service provided M–Sat 6 am–8 pm and Sun 9;50 am– 5 pm.
Sonoma County Paratransit/Volunteer Wheels: 573-3377; (800) 992-1006; 573-3381 TDD. M–Fri 8 am–5 pm, Sat and Sun 9 am–5 pm. Fare based on zones.
ADVOCACY
SC Community Development Commission 565-7500 1440 Guerneville Rd., SR Housing Authority. Continuum of Care Planning, Section 8 housing, rental subsidies, programs for low-income people.
SC Task Force for the Homeless:575-4494, 3315 Airway Dr., SR. Coalition of public/private service providers, businesses, churches and individuals working to end homelessness in Sonoma County. Public meetings. A forum for action and ideas.
School County Coordinator: 524-2801 Addresses questions about homeless students and school issues.
LEGAL SERVICES
Calif. Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA): 528-9941 725 Farmers Lane, Ste. 10, Santa Rosa, M T Th F 9AM-5PM; W 1PM-5PM. Provides legal assistance for civil cases.
Fair Housing of Sonoma County 579-5033 Information and referral on tenant-landlord rights, discrimination and housing issues. www.fhosc.org
Fair Housing Program/Petaluma: 765-8488 Petaluma People Services Center
Family Law Facilitator: 521-6545 600 Administration Dr., Room 223J. Drop by or call for an appt. Family law matters with child support being priority. www.sonomasuperiorcourt.com
Legal Aid of Sonoma County: 542-1290 1105 N. Dutton Ave., Suite B, Santa Rosa. M - Thurs.9:30-11:30AM and 1:15-4:30PM. Call for an appt. or walk-in for assistance in the area of restraining order and eviction
Restraining Order Clinic: 542-1290 1105 N. Dutton Ave., Suite B, Santa Rosa. M - Thurs.9:30-11:30AM and 1:15-4:30PM. Call for an appt. or walk-in for assist with filling out the paperwork for a domestic violence and civil harassment restraining orders.
So. Co. Legal Services Foundation- 546-2924 1212 Fourth St, Suite I, Santa Rosa. Legal services and information and referral to other legal help.
CRISIS LINES
Mental Health Hotline: (800) 746-8181 & 576-8181
SAY Youth Crisis: (800) 544-3299 & 546-3432
Domestic Violence Hotline: 546-1234
United Against Sexual Assault: 545-7237
Men Evolving Non-violently (M.E.N.): 528-2636
Nationwide Shelter/Services
www.ShelterListings.org - Our housing database is specifically for the homeless and low-income consists of 2,600 listings nation-wide and is made up of the following residential programs: - homeless shelters/emergency shelters - transitional housing - day shelters - residential drug/alcohol rehabilitation programs - permanent affordable housing.
What is the Health & Safety Grant Program? Based on available funding through the Brentwood Redevelopment Agency, the Health & Safety Grant Program for Homeowners provides Income-qualified homeowners with a one-time grant, up to $3,500 for minor repairs to their home. The purpose of the Program is to provide funds for home repairs to correct a condition that is detrimental or a threat to life, health, or safety, and to correct building code violations and disabled inaccessibility, which without the repair or replacement, would create an unsafe or hazardous situation for the occupants. Funds are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Am I Eligible?
The homeowner must qualify as a very-low or low-income household
The home must be located within the city limits of Brentwood.
The home must be the principal residence of the homeowner.
Residence cannot be for sale.
Why are only very-low and low income homeowners eligible? Agency Board limits eligibility to very-low and low-income households based on the State Department of Housing and Community Development Income Guidelines.
What are some examples of Eligible Repairs?
Air conditioning/Heating units
Roofing repairs
Plumbing repairs
Electrical repairs
Handicap access & safety devices
Inadequate fire protection equipment
Replacement of hot water heaters
Weatherization
What is the application process?
Contact the Brentwood Redevelopment Agency for an initial screening and determination of eligibility.
An application shall be completed and returned to the Brentwood Redevelopment Agency, 104 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA 94513. Redevelopment Agency staff can assist in completing the application on behalf of homeowners when needed.
The homeowner shall provide all requested documentation listed in the application to verify eligibility for Program.
Application will be reviewed by staff and applicant will be notified of decision and next steps if application is approved.
What neighborhoods are eligible for assistance? All neighborhoods located within the City of Brentwood limits are eligible, but each homeowner must qualify to participate.
Who determines what work needs to be done or can be done? Once the homeowner has been income-qualified, and the application has been approved the Program staff will arrange to inspect the home and develop a cost estimate for the required work. The Health & Safety Grant Program focuses on emergency and urgent repairs. This program is not intended to repair all substandard conditions in a home. The program addresses potential conditions and code violations that may make a home uninhabitable or unsafe if not addressed. The program also concentrates on handicap access and the installation of handicap safety devices.
What if repairs cost more than the grant amount? If the emergency repairs cost more than the available funds, the homeowner will be required to fund the difference. In cases where a home is in need of general rehabilitation above and beyond the parameters of this Program, referrals will be made to the Contra Costa County Neighborhood Preservation Program for consideration of a low-interest or deferred payment loan for major and minor rehabilitation needs.
Who does the work and how are they selected? The Agency maintains a list of pre-qualified and insured contractors. The Agency will solicit price quotes from this list of contractors and the Agency will enter into a contract with the selected contractor.
How often can I apply for a grant? The maximum grant amount for any single household is $3,500 in a single fiscal year, not to exceed $10,000 over a 5-year period.
Is a warranty provided for the work completed? The contractor must guarantee all work, materials, and workmanship for a minimum of one year from the date of inspection by the City Building Inspector. Where materials or subcontracted work are covered by an extended warranty, copies of the warranty must be provided to the owner during project closeout. The owner shall thereafter make requests for warranty repairs in writing to the contractor.
Must I have homeowners insurance to qualify for the program? No.
Will the Agency place a lien on my house equal to the Grant Amount? No. There are no liens required for participation in this program.
What additional documentation is required?
Photo identification.
Verification of all household income for persons over age 18.
If I want to apply for a loan for the rehabilitation of my home who should I contact? Contra Costa County operates the Neighborhood Preservation Program to provide low-interest and 0% interest loans to very-low and low-income homeowners to help improve and repair their homes. For additional information contact Pat Corum, Contra Costa County Neighborhood Preservation Program at 925-335-1137 or visit the County’s website at:
How can I make my home more energy efficient? Contra Costa County also offers a Weatherization Program. The Weatherization Program (WP) is a Federal and State funded program whose purpose is to assist low and/or fixed income people in making their homes more energy efficient. The program is available regardless of whether you own or rent, live in a house, apartment, or a mobile home. Free weatherization home improvements include, but are not limited to: weather-stripping, attic insulation, water heater blanket, broken glass repairs, caulking, ceiling fans, etc. For more information contact the Contra Costa County Building Inspection Department at (925) 335-1116.
Who can I contact if I still have questions? Contact Peggy Trudell, Senior Community Development Specialist at 925-516-5187 or email to ptrudell@ci.brentwood.ca.us
The Repair Service provides non-repayable grants up to $850 per household for minor home maintenance repairs to enable the citizen to maintain his/her property. Typical projects funded through the Repair Service include furnace and plumbing repairs, porch and step repair, ceiling, wall, and floor repairs. Eligibility requirements:
The applicant must own and occupy the home to be repaired for a minimum of one year. Trust Deeds and Contract Purchases are allowable.
The property must be located within the Urbana city limits.
The applicant for whom repairs are made must be 62 years old or older or a person with a disability of any age. A person with a disability is an individual either receiving disability payments or having a pending application for disability payments.
Household income may not exceed 50 percent of area median family income (see chart below for specific income limits).
The Urbana Grants Management Division will accept applications throughout the year subject to funding availability. Call (217) 384-2447 for more information.
The Emergency Grant Program is available to very low-income homeowners for repair of health or safety items. Emergency grant funds are available only if the repair is immediately needed to mitigate a hazardous condition. Eligible activities include only those repairs necessary to alleviate a hazardous condition which poses a threat to the health and safety of the occupant, including repair or replacement of defective mechanical, electrical or plumbing systems, building components, and surfaces. Eligibility requirements:
The property must be owner-occupied for a minimum of one year. Trust Deeds and Contract Purchases are allowed.
The property must be located within the Urbana corporate limits.
Household income may not exceed 50 percent of area median family income.(See Income Limits chart above)
The owner must provide evidence of property insurance.
Maximum funding through the Emergency Grant Program is $5,000 per household. The Urbana Grants Management Division will accept applications throughout the year subject to funding availability. Call (217) 384-2447 for more information.
Access Grant Program (City of Urbana)
The Access Grant Program helps eliminate physical barriers that keep a person with a disability from using his or her home. Eligible households may receive up to $5,000 of home improvements from a non-repayable grant. Typical projects funded through the Access Grant Program include ramp installation, bathroom modifications, and door widening. Access grants may be used to renovate single-family homes as well as units in duplexes and multiple-family buildings. Eligibility requirements:
The applicant may be either a homeowner, renter or trust deed recipient.
Household income may not exceed 80 percent of area median family income. (See Income Limits chart above)
The property must be located within the Urbana corporate limits.
The Urbana Grants Management Division will accept applications throughout the year subject to funding availability. Call (217) 384-2447 for more information.
Get the Lead Out (GLO) Program
The City of Urbana and the Illinois Department of Public Health are working together to promote lead safe housing. Funds may be available to eliminate lead hazards in and around your home. Eligibility requirements are:
You must have a child 6 years old or younger living in your home.
Your home was built before 1978 and is within Urbana city limits.
There must be visible signs of deteriorating paint that might contribute to lead-based paint hazards.
Your household income may not exceed 50 percent of the area median family income. (See Income Limits chart above)
To see if you qualify for this program, call 384-2373 for more information. The Urbana Grants Management Division will accept applications throughout the year subject to funding availability.
(Only available to homeowners within the City's Community Development Target Area)
Grants and loans totaling up to $25,000 per project are available for renovation of owner-occupied housing. Half of the assistance is provided by the city in the form of a grant. The grant is generally not repaid to the city. The other half of the assistance is provided either by the city or by a local bank in the form of a loan. Eligible activities include general repairs which will bring the house into compliance with City codes. These include but are not limited to the following:
Repair or replacement of defective mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Repair or replacement of defective building components and surfaces, i.e., foundations, roofs, porches and stairways, floors, ceilings and walls, doors and windows, siding and trim.
Energy conservation activities, i.e., insulation, caulking and weather-stripping, siding, doors, and windows.
Lead paint hazard reduction.
Accessibility for disabled persons.
Incipient repairs and general property improvements of a non-luxury nature.
Eligibility requirements:
The property must be a single-family residence located within the Urbana Community Development Target Area (north and east central Urbana). The property must be owned and occupied for a minimum of one year.
Household income may not exceed 80 percent of area median family income. For persons with income at or below 50 percent of area median family income, the loan portion of the financing is provided by the city at no interest and with no monthly payments. The loan portion is due back to the city upon the sale of the property or transfer of title. For persons with income greater than 50 percent of area median family income but not more than 80 percent of area median family income, the loan portion is provided by a local bank with payments of principal and interest due monthly for up to ten years.
Applications for the whole-house rehabilitation program are processed from a program waiting list maintained by the Urbana Grants Management Division. The Grants Management Division periodically accepts names for the waiting list. Applicants are selected for funding from the waiting list based on household and housing need. Call (217) 384-2447 for more information.
Weatherization Program (Champaign County Regional Planning Commission)
The Champaign County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) provides energy saving services for home weatherization. Work funded through the program includes caulking, insulation, window repair and replacement, door repair and replacement, and repair or replacement of heating systems. The dwelling to be weatherized must be located within Champaign County.
While the program primarily serves homeowners, renters may be assisted if they are otherwise eligible and if the property owner contributes half of the funds needed for the weatherization work. Income-eligible households with relatively high energy bills and with either young children, persons with disabilities, or elderly persons receive priority for funding. Contact the CCRPC at (217) 384-1226 for further information.
Assistance for Immediate Housing Needs If you need immediate assistance finding a home due to a temporary housing crisis such as eviction because your landlord has been foreclosed upon, RoadHome Emergency Housing Assistance (RHEHA) may be able to help.
RHEHA is designed to help Rhode Islanders in need and reduce the Rhode Island shelter population by providing cash assistance to individuals and families at risk of becoming homeless due to a short term housing emergency. RHEHA provides up to $1,200 to eligible program participants for security deposits, first month's rent or mortgage payment assistance.
To qualify for RHEHA you must be facing a temporary housing crisis, meet strict income and eligibility requirements and be able to sustain your housing costs over the long term. RHEHA is funded and administered by Rhode Island Housing and implemented through community-based organizations.
If you feel you are a victim of unfair housing practices, visit Fair Housing RI to learn more about your rights and to access resources.
Supportive Housing Program The Supportive Housing Program (SHP) is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Each year, Rhode Island Housing applies for a grant in which partner service agencies are provided with funding for a wide array of programs. These programs provide housing with services to the homeless population along a “Continuum of Care.”
The three basic program types are: • Safe Havens, housing for hard-to-reach homeless persons with severe mental illnesses who are on the streets and have been unable or unwilling to participate in supportive services; • Transitional Housing, housing in which homeless persons live for up to 24 months and receive supportive services that enable them to live more independently and • Permanent Housing, long-term community-based housing and supportive services for homeless persons with disabilities.
The intent of this type of supportive housing is to enable this special needs population to live as independently as possible in a permanent setting. For more information, contact mhusband@rhodeislandhousing.org or 401 457-1113.
Shelter Plus Care Program The Shelter Plus Care Program (S+C) is designed to link rental assistance to supportive services for hard-to-serve homeless persons with disabilities (primarily those who are seriously mentally ill; have chronic problems with alcohol, drugs, or both; or have acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and related diseases) and their families. The program provides grants to be used for rental assistance for permanent housing for homeless persons with disabilities.
Rental assistance grants must be matched by supportive services that are equal in value to the amount of rental assistance and appropriate to the needs of the population to be served. S+C is authorized by title IV, subtitle F. of the Stewart B. Mc Kinney Homeless Assistance Act (the McKinney Act). For more information, contact Carmen Mirabal at cmirabal@rhodeislandhousing.org or 401 457-1175.
Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program The Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Program addresses the specific needs of persons living with HIV/AIDS and their families. HOPWA, established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), makes grants to local communities, states, and nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit low income persons medially diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their families.
HOPWA funding provides housing assistance and related supportive services as part of HUD’s Consolidated Planning initiative that works in partnership with communities and neighborhoods in managing Federal funds appropriated to HIV/AIDS programs. HOPWA grantees are encouraged to develop community-wide strategies and form partnerships with area nonprofit organizations. HOPWA funds may be used for a wide range of housing, social services, program planning, and development costs.
These include, but are not limited to, the acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of housing units; costs for facility operations; rental assistance; and short-term payments to prevent homelessness. HOPWA funds also may be used for health care and mental health services, chemical dependency treatment, nutritional services, case management, assistance with daily living, and other supportive services.
Many beneficiaries receive supportive services that are funded by HOPWA or other related public and private programs. In fact, states and cities leverage approximately two dollars for every one dollar provided by the HOPWA program, according to HUD reports. For more information, contact Carmen Mirabal at cmirabal@rhodeislandhousing.org or 401 457-1175.
The objective of general assistance is to provide cash assistance to dependent needy children and disabled adults who are not eligible for assistance under a federally matched cash assistance program, such as New Mexico works (NMW) or the federal program of supplemental security income (SSI).
Basic General Assistance Rules
You must provide your SSN within 60 days of approval.
You must be:
a citizen of the United States;
a naturalized citizen;
an alien that entered the United States as a legal permanent resident or PRUCOL before August 22, 1996; or
an alien who entered the United States on or after August 22, 1996, and who meets the definition of a qualified alien, and is subject to the five-year bar from participation in the federally funded TANF cash assistance program.
You must be living in the state of New Mexico, and have demonstrated an intent to remain in the state.
You CANNOT be:
included as a benefit group member and receiving cash assistance from another department cash assistance program;
an SSI recipient;
a recipient of benefits from a federally-funded TANF program (including a tribal program) or BIA-GA program;
a recipient of a government-funded adoption subsidy program; or
a recipient of benefits from a TANF or GA program in another state.
You may not be the payee for more than one GA cash assistance payment.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program, Medicaid, LIHEAP and other similar programs are not considered concurrent assistance and shall not make an individual ineligible for GA cash assistance programs.
Merck programs help uninsured Americans receive our medicines or vaccines for free or at discount.
Merck firmly believes no one should go without the medicines or vaccines they need. We support policies to increase access to medicines and vaccines and are committed to assisting underinsured or uninsured people obtain the medicines or vaccines they need to improve their health. We have programs to provide our medicines and adult vaccines for free or at discounts to people who do not have prescription drug or health insurance coverage and who, without our assistance, cannot afford their Merck medicines and vaccines. We are proud of having these programs, and Merck is actively supporting healthcare reform that will ensure affordable healthcare coverage for all Americans.
Merck and Schering-Plough have merged as a stronger, combined company. The Merck Patient Assistance Program, the Schering-Plough Patient Assistance Program and Merck/Schering-Plough Pharmaceuticals Patient Assistance Program will continue to operate independently. In the future, the existing patient assistance programs may be combined into one larger umbrella program for Merck -- through which we plan to provide access to more medicines with one simplified enrollment process.
Please use the Web sites and phone numbers below to request information and enrollment forms
Merck Resources and Information
If you have no prescription drug coverage and cannot afford your medicines, you may be eligible for free Merck medicines through the Merck Patient Assistance Program.
If you have no prescription drug coverage you may be eligible for discounted Merck medicines – regardless of your age and income – through the Merck Prescription Discount Program.
If you are age 19 or older, do not have health insurance coverage and cannot afford your vaccines, you may be eligible for free Merck adult vaccines through the Merck Vaccine Patient Assistance Program.
Schering-Plough Resources and Information
Schering-Plough Cares helps low-income patients who do not have commercial prescription drug insurance coverage.
The Commitment to Care program is designed to ensure that eligible individuals, including Medicare beneficiaries who meet our criteria, have access to Schering-Plough’s cancer and hepatitis drugs.
Many state and national resources regularly provide aid to people with vision problems. The National Eye Institute, which supports eye research, does not help individuals pay for eye care. However, if you are in need of financial aid to assess or treat an eye problem, you might contact one or more of the following programs.
You may also contact a social worker at a local hospital or other community agency. Social workers often are knowledgeable about community resources that can help people facing financial and medical problems.
Eye Exams and Surgery
EyeCare America, a public service foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). Provides comprehensive eye exams and care for up to one year, often at no out-of-pocket expense to eligible callers through its seniors and Diabetes EyeCare Programs. Its Glaucoma EyeCare Program provides a glaucoma eye exam. The EyeCare America Children's EyeCare Program educates parents and primary care providers about the importance of early childhood (newborn through 36 months of age) eye care. Telephone: 1-800-222-EYES (3937). Website: http://eyecareamerica.org.
VISION USA, coordinated by the American Optometric Association (AOA), provides free eye care to uninsured, low-income workers and their families. Telephone: 1-800-766-4466. Website: http://www.aoa.org/x5607.xml.
Lions Clubs International provides financial assistance to individuals for eye care through local clubs. A local club can be found by using the "club locator" button found on their website at http://www.LionsClubs.org.
Mission Cataract USA, coordinated by the Volunteer Eye Surgeons' Association, is a program providing free cataract surgery to people of all ages who have no other means to pay. Surgeries are scheduled annually on one day, usually in May. Telephone: 1-800-343-7265. Website: http://www.missioncataractUSA.org.
Knights Templar Eye Foundation provides assistance for eye surgery for people who are unable to pay or receive adequate assistance from current government agencies or similar sources. Mailing address: 1000 East State Parkway, Suite I, Schaumburg, IL 60173. Telephone: (847) 490-3838. Website: http://www.knightstemplar.org/ktef/ktef-faq.htm#contact.
InfantSEE® is a public health program designed to ensure early detection of eye conditions in babies. Member optometrists provide a free comprehensive infant eye assessment to children younger than one year. Telephone: 1-888-396-3937. Website: http://www.infantsee.org.
Eyeglasses
Sight for Students, a Vision Service Plan (VSP) program provides eye exams and glasses to children 18 years and younger whose families cannot afford vision care. Telephone: 1-888-290-4964. Website: http://www.sightforstudents.org/.
New Eyes for the Needy provides vouchers for the purchase of new prescription eyeglasses. Mailing address: 549 Millburn Avenue, P.O. Box 332, Short Hills, NJ 07078-0332. Telephone: (973) 376-4903. E-mail: neweyesfortheneedy@verizon.net. Website: http://www.neweyesfortheneedy.org.
Prescription Drugs
The Medicine Program assists people to enroll in one or more of the many patient assistance programs that provide prescription medicine free-of-charge to those in need. Patients must meet the sponsor's criteria. The program is conducted in cooperation with the patient's doctor. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4182, Poplar Bluff, MO 63902-4182. Telephone: 1-866-694-3893. E-mail: help@themedicineprogram.com. Website: http://www.themedicineprogram.com.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance offers a single point of access to more than 475 public and private patient assistance programs, including more than 150 programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. Telephone: 1-888-477-2669. Website: https://www.pparx.org.
Government Programs
Medicare Benefit for Eye Exams For People with Diabetes -- People with Medicare who have diabetes can get a dilated eye exam to check for diabetic eye disease. Your doctor will decide how often you need this exam. For People at Risk for Glaucoma -- Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss. People at high risk for glaucoma include those with diabetes or a family history of glaucoma, or African Americans age 50 or older. Medicare will pay for an eye exam to check for glaucoma once every 12 months. Patients must pay 20 percent of the Medicare-approved amount after the yearly Part B deductible. Telephone: 1-800-633-4227. Website: http://www.medicare.gov.
State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) For little or no cost, this insurance pays for doctor visits, prescription medicines, hospitalizations, and much more for children 18 years and younger. Most states also cover the cost of dental care, eye care, and medical equipment. Telephone: 1-877-543-7669. Insure Kids Now! Website: http://www.insurekidsnow.gov/states.asp.
EqualityCare is the name chosen by the Wyoming Department of Health for its public health insurance programs. EqualityCare helps pay for certain healthcare services, and is available to qualifying families, children, individuals who are aged, blind or disabled, and qualified or non-qualified aliens.
Contact Information EqualityCare (Medicaid) 6101 Yellowstone Road Suite 210 Cheyenne, WY 82002 1-(888) 996-8786 (phone) 1-(307) 777-6964 (fax)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: Eligibility is generally based on family income and sometimes assets and/or healthcare needs. Federal statutes define more than fifty groups of individuals that may qualify for Medicaid coverage. There are four broad categories of Medicaid eligibility in Wyoming: Children, Pregnant Women, Family Care Adults, and Aged, Blind and Disabled. Childless adults who do not fit into one of these categories are not covered regardless of income or assets.
Other Information: You can apply for all EqualityCare health insurance programs at the local Department of Family Services (DFS) offices, or by calling the DFS office. They will mail you an application. Make sure the EqualityCare application is accurately completed with all applicable information. Be sure that you sign and date the application and amail or take your completed application to your local DFS office. A friend or relative may help you apply for EqualityCare.
Big Sky Rx (BSRx) is dedicated to helping Medicare clients pay for Medicare approved prescription drug insurance premiums. It is administered by the State of Montana.
Contact Information Big Sky Rx PO Box 202915 Helena, MT 59620-2915 1-(866) 369-1233 (phone) 1-(406) 444-3846 (fax)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: Montana is your primary state of residence Must meet generous income criteria Income less than $21,660 (single person) Or $29,140 (two person household). Assets (your nestegg--for example; IRAs, Bonds, Stocks, Savings Accounts) are NOT income.
Healthy Montana Kids (HMK) is a free or low-cost health coverage plan. The plan provides health coverage to eligible Montana children and teenagers up to age 19. A child can qualify for HMK based on family size and income. There is no asset test. Proof of citizenship/identity and proof of income is required at time of application.
Contact Information Healthy Montana Kids (HMK) Plan PO Box 202951 Helena, MT 59620-2951 1-(877) 543-7669 (phone) 1-1-877-KidsNow (vanity_phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: Only uninsured children under the age of 19 are eligible for HMK coverage. A child must be a Montana resident and a U.S. citizen or qualified alien. Parents cannot be employed by the State of Montana or Montana University System. Household income must meet the guidelines for household size and income.
The Children's Health Insurance Program, or CHIP is a state health insurance plan for children. Depending on income and family size, working Utah families who do not have other health insurance may qualify for CHIP.
Contact Information Utah CHIP PO Box 144102 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-4102 1-(877) 543-7669 (phone) 1-(801) 538-6860 (fax) 1-1-877-KIDS-NOW (vanity_phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: Children who may qualify for CHIP must meet income guidelines and be: Under age 19, Not currently covered by health insurance, US citizens or legal residents
Other Information: What does CHIP cover? Well-child exams , Immunizations, Doctor visits, Hospital and emergency care, Prescriptions, Hearing and eye exams, Mental health services, Dental care
The Idaho Health Plan Coverage: CHIP/Medicaid provides low-cost or no cost health care coverage to eligible children. The plan provides a full range of health services including regular checkups, immunizations, prescription drugs, lab tests, x-rays, hospital visits and more.
Contact Information 1-(800) 926-2588 (phone) 1-211 (vanity_phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: To qualify a child must live in Idaho and be: Under the age of 19 A U.S. citizen or legal resident Within family income guidelines For more information or to request an application, please call 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine.
First Steps is a program that helps low-income pregnant women get the health and social services they may need. These services will help you be a healthy mother and have a healthy baby. First Steps is available as soon as you know that you are pregnant.
Contact Information DSHS Constituent Services PO Box 45130 Olympia, WA 98504-5130 1-(800) 322-2588 (phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: All pregnant women covered with a Medical ID Card (MAID) qualify for First Steps. If you have no medical coverage you are urged to apply for First Steps. If you are a teenager living with your family, you may apply for coverage. Your eligibility will be determined by your personal income. If you are not a documented U.S. resident, you may also receive First Steps coverage. Some women learn about First Steps services when they have a pregnancy test or apply for WIC. First Steps has many "entry points". There is no "one way" to get in! After you have your baby or are no longer pregnant, your DSHS medical coverage will continue for two months. This will still be full medical, vision and dental coverage. After two months you will start receiving a Family Planning Only ID card. You will continue to get Family Planning Services for 10 months after other First Steps benefits end. Your baby will receive full medical coverage until his or her first birthday.
Other Information: First Steps services include: - paid medical bills - transportation to medical appointments - child care while at medical appointments - child birth education - medical care for your newborn - help accessing medical care for your children - drug education and assistance - Family Planning services when your pregnancy ends
Over 100,000 children and teenagers in Washington State don't have health insurance. Many families can get free or low-cost health insurance for their kids. A family of 4 with income up to $4,417 a month may be eligible.
Contact Information Washington State Department of Social & Health Services, FSA PO Box 9501 Olympia, WA 98507-9501 1-(877) 543-7669 (phone) 1-1-877-KIDS-NOW (vanity_phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: Infants through teenagers can receive free or low-cost health insurance. Many families in Washington State qualify and don't know it. The programs are flexible and cover kids in many types of households: Kids with single parents, kids with working parents, kids living with grandparents, other family or friends, kids with two parents, young adults (under 19) living on their own, non-citizen kids, kids with pre-existing medical conditions.
Other Information: Kids are considered for free health insurance first (Medicaid and Non-citizen programs). Kids who don't qualify for free insurance are screened for low-cost health insurance (SCHIP) (premiums). You can apply on line and submit your application directly to DSHS. Or, you can print a copy of the application, complete and mail it to DSHS. If you need assistance, call 1-877-543-7669. When your completed application is received, it will be screened for eligibility.
The Oregon Prescription Drug Program (OPDP) with FREE enrollment is a cost-saving program that ALL Oregonians can join. Save up to 60% on prescriptions. There is no paperwork required and no age or income limit.
Contact Information Office of Medical Assistance Programs 500 Summer Street NE Salem, OR 97301-1077 1-(800) 359-9517 (phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Senior Rx and Disability Rx are state programs that provide specified Nevadans with relief from the high cost of prescription medications. Both are administered through the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director's Office.
Contact Information Nevada Senior Rx 4126 Technology Way, Suite 101, Carson City,, NV 89706-2009 1-(866) 303-6323 (phone)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: Applicant must be 62 years of age at the time of application, must have lived continuously in Nevada for at least one year prior to the date of application and meet income guidelines.
Other Information: Dial 687-7555 if calling from the Reno-Carson City-Gardnerville areas.
The State of California wants to help you get good health care for your pregnancy, even if money is a little tight. Going without prenatal care can cause many problems for you and your baby. Studies show that women who do not get prenatal care often have more complicated (and expensive) births. If you don't have insurance to cover your pregnancy and are not receiving no-cost Medi-Cal or Medicare Part A or Part B, the Access for Infants and Mothers (AIM) Program may be just the helping hand you and your baby need. AIM can even help if you have health insurance but your co-payment or deductible for maternity services is more than $500.
Contact Information Access for Infants and Mothers Program P.O. Box 15559 Sacramento, CA 95852-0559 1-(800) 433-2611 (phone) 1-(888) 889-9238 (fax)
How to Apply: Select one of the links below to download the application or go to the program site for more information on how to apply. Once you fill out your application, send it to the address on the application. Do NOT send it to PPA.
Eligibility: To qualify for AIM, you must be: Pregnant: You must be pregnant, but not more than 30 weeks pregnant, as of the application date. The application date is the date the complete and eligible application is sent to the AIM Program as shown by the U.S. Postal postmark date on the application envelope, or documentation from other delivery services. Count your weeks of pregnancy by starting at the first day of your last menstrual period or use the AIM Pregnancy Calculator; and A California resident: A person who is present in California with intent to remain present; and Not enrolled in other programs: You cannot be receiving no-cost Medi-Cal or Medicare Part A and Part B benefits as of the application date; and Not covered by private insurance costing $500 or less: You cannot have maternity benefits through private insurance, unless your coverage has a deductible or co-payment specifically for maternity services that is more than $500 as of the application date; and Within the AIM income guidelines: You must have a monthly household income (after income deductions) within AIM income guidelines. Read about income guidelines at AIM income guidelines.
Other Information: The AIM Program covers all your medically necessary services from your effective date of coverage in the AIM Program until 60 days after your pregnancy has ended. The newborn is covered from birth through the Healthy Families Program.
The cost of providing water to almost two million people each day is directly tied to the cost of fuel, electricity and federal mandates.
This means that some of our citizens with limited incomes are finding it harder to make ends meet. That is why Baltimore City is offering assistance to those who may be having problems paying their water bills. Please contact your nearest Baltimore Community Action Center for more information on how we may be able to help you.”
Who is eligible?
You must be a Baltimore City resident, the utility account holder and receive your water bill directly from the City.
You must reside at the property on the account.
You must have received a delinquent, turn-off, or tax sale notice due to being in arrears.
You must not have an existing payment plan with the Department of Finance.
You must have verification documents for eligibility.
Once approved:
You must pledge to make consistent payments on your unpaid and current balance.You will receive a credit of $125.00.
You must meet the household income guidelines below:
Household Income Guidelines Table (Reflects 175% of the Federal Poverty Threshold)
Household Size
Max. Monthly Income
Max. Yearly Income
1
$1,488.96
$17,867.50
2
$1,996.46
$30,047.50
3
$2,503.96
$30,047.50
4
$3,011.46
$36,137.50
5
$3,518.96
$42,227.50
6
$4,026.46
$48,317.50
For each additional person, add
$507.50
$6,090.00
Baltimore Housing community action centers
Southeast Community Action Center Diann Baker, Director 3411 Bank Street Baltimore, Maryland 21224 410-545-6518 Fax: 410-545-6511
Eastern Community Action Center Desiree Mack, Manager 1401 East Preston Street Baltimore, Maryland 21213 410-396-9468 Fax: 410-545-7955
Northern Community Action Center David Smith, Manager 5225 York Road Baltimore, Maryland 21212 410-396-6084 Fax: 410-545-7960
Western District Community Action Center Emmanuel Holmes, Social Program Administrator III 1133 Pennsylvania Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21217 410-396-0893 Fax: 410-396-0366
Northwest District Community Action Center Diane Jones, Manager 3314 Ayrdale Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21216 443-984-1384 Fax: 410-542-3635 Satellite: 3939 Reisterstown Road, Room 150 410-396-4770 Fax: 410-367-5609
Southern Community Action Center Beulah McCain-Lucas, Manager 606 Cherry Hill Road Baltimore, Maryland 21225 410-545-0900 Fax: 410-545-1702
What is Regular HEAP? The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program administered by the Ohio Department of Development, Office of Community Service (OCS). It is designed to help eligible low-income Ohioans meet the high costs of home heating. If you are eligible for assistance, the amount of your one-time HEAP benefit wilI depend on federal funding levels, how many people live with you, total household income and the primary fuel you use to heat your home. In most cases, the one-time benefit will be a credit applied to your energy bill by your utility company (or fuel vendor).
Eligibility Requirements: Applications for the 2009-2010 Regular HEAP program will be accepted August 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010. The total household income of an applicant must be at or below 200 percent of the Federal Fiscal Year 2009 federal poverty guidelines listed below:
Size of Household
Total Household Income Twelve Months
1
up to $21,660.00
2
$29,140.00
3
$36,620.00
4
$44,100.00
5
$51,580.00
6
$59,060.00
7
$66,540.00
8
$74,020.00
For households with more than 8 members, add $7,480 per member
A household applying for HEAP must report total gross household income for the past 12 months for all members, except wage or salary income earned by dependent minors under 18 years old. Both homeowners and renters are eligible for assistance.
Exceptions to the Guidelines: Families who live in federally-subsidized housing where the heat is included in the rent are not eligible for HEAP.
Household Income: Household income is defined as the total annual gross income before taxes (minus exclusions) of all household members, except earned income of dependent minors under 18 years of age. Head of household and spouse may never be considered minors. Gross household income includes wages, interest, dividends, annuities and pensions. Additional sources that HEAP defines as income include, but are not limited to the following:
Social Security
Supplemental Security income (SSI)
Railroad Pensions
Retirement and/or Company Pensions
Veterans Pensions (not for service related disability)
Company Disability and Black Lung
Strike Benefits
OWF/TANF/DA
Alimony
Unemployment Benefits
Workers Compensation
Unearned income paid to or on the behalf of minors
Cash Gifts
Lump Sum Distribution (prorated when payment is designated for a set period of time)
Estate and Trust Settlements (excluding attorney fees)
Capital Gains (Example: Proceeds from sale of property, home and stock)
Utility Allowances (as discretionary income)
Immigrant Relocation Allowance
Adoption Assistance
Child Support Received
Garnished Wages
Active Military Pay
Social Security Disability (SSDI)
Veteran's Disability (VA Disability)
Excluded Household Income:
Food Stamps/Cash Payment for food stamps
Assets from bank withdrawals
Tax refunds and rebates
Handicapped Income- self-sufficiency programs (e.g., work expenses for the blind)
Loans from individuals or institutions requiring repayment of either principal or principal and interest
Funds/training stipends designated for specific purposes (i.e., educational grants for tuition and/or books)
Title V Wages Older Americans Act (Public Law 100-175 i.e., Green Thumb, Foster Grandparents program)
Medicare payments
Stipend for Foster Care
Agent Orange Compensation/Benefit
Vista or other Americorp Stipends
Health Insurance Premiums (dental, vision and health insurance, supplemental health insurance)
Prevention, Retention, Contingency (PRC), assistance to attempt to divert families from long-term financial dependency
Title III DREAP
Military allowances for subsistence; housing, family separation, etc.
Where Can You Obtain HEAP Applications? The HEAP application is the same Energy Assistance Programs application referenced above. They were mailed to households that were found eligible for assistance the previous winter heating season. Applications are available at:
Call HEAP toll-free at 1-800-282-0880
Local Community Action Agencies
Local libraries
County Departments of Job and Family Services
Area Agencies on Aging
Local Utility Offices
What else is required to be mailed with your completed and signed application?
Proof of income for the past twelve (12) months
A copy of a recent fuel/utility bill
Please sign your application.
Mail Completed and Signed Applications to: HEAP P.O. BOX 1240 COLUMBUS, OH 43216
For Additional Information: Call HEAP toll-free at 1-800-282-0880 during regular business hours (7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) Monday through Friday. For the hearing-impaired with a telecommunication device for the deaf (TTD), call toll-free number 1-800-686-1557 or in Franklin County, call (614) 752-8808. The FAX number is (614) 728-6832.
Lifeline - provides qualified users a discount on monthly charges for the primary home phone line, even if it's a cell phone. Depending on the phone company, you can save up to $10 a month.
Tribal lands residents may receive up to $35 under the discount, but must pay at least $1.00 per month.
Link-Up - pays up to 50% (up to $30) of a qualified user's home phone installation/connection charges (even if it's a cell phone). You may ask for a year to pay the other half of connection or activation charges, interest-free.
For tribal lands residents, Link-Up will cover 50% of installation costs up to $60, and all of costs between $60 and $100. Link-Up will NOT cover the cost of a phone or wiring your home.
Telephone Assistance Plan (TAP) -provides a monthly discount of $1.75 on home phone service (excludes cell phones).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP)
National School Lunch Free Lunch Program (NSL)
Bureau of Indian Affairs Program (Tribal TANF, Head Start Subsidy, NSL)
Deposit fees:
If you have financial or credit problems, you may be required to pay a deposit before setting up service.
Eligible users of the Lifeline and Link-Up programs do not have to pay a deposit if they agree to limit their use of long distance service with "toll limitation" or "toll blocking." Users can still make long-distance calls using pre-paid calling cards.
If the phone company threatens to disconnect service because of late or non-payment of bills, ask the company to restrict phone service to local numbers only.
How to apply:
Not all telephone companies offer Lifeline and Linkup discounts. Contact your phone company and ask for a Lifeline/Link-Up/TAP application, or download an application by clicking on the link in the right hand margin of this page. If your local telephone company is not authorized to provide Lifeline, Link-Up or TAP discounts, contact the Department of Commerce at telecom.commerce@state.mn.us or 651-297-3375 to find an authorized provider.
Other Important Information:
Discounts cannot be applied to past due telephone bills.
Once you are on Lifeline and TAP you may be asked periodically to verify that you remain eligible. If you do not respond, the phone company is required to stop the discounts.
It can take up to two months for the discounts to show up on your bill. You must pay the bill until that time.
Lifeline, Link-Up and TAP discounts are available for only one line per household.
If you qualify based on participation in a federal aid program, the phone must be in the name of the person who receives those benefits. If you qualify based on the National School Lunch program, phone may be in the name of an adult.
Complaints: To make a complaint against a telephone company about the TAP program, call or e-mail the Department of Commerce at telecom.commerce@state.mn.us or 651-297-3375.
Questions: For questions about TAP, Lifeline or Link-Up, contact your local telephone company. Information is also available from the Public Utilities Commission.
Additional help: The Minnesota Telephone Equipment Distribution (TED) Program provides free specialized telecommunications equipment to income eligible Minnesotans who have trouble using the telephone due to a hearing loss, speech disability or physical disability. Call 1-800-657-3663 (voice), 1-888-206-6555 (TTY), or visit the TED Web site at www.tedprogram.org . for more information.
(Low Income Energy Assistance Program) can help with heating costs if:
You or any household member is a permanent legal resident of the USA and of Colorado.
You pay a heat bill or your heat is included in your rent.
You have a gross monthly income below the established program income limits
How to Apply
Submit your LEAP application November 1 through April 30. If your household meets the eligibility criteria when you apply, you will receive a full LEAP benefit. To request an application, or for additional information, please call toll free 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435) or 498-7730.
How to get an application
Applications are readily available. You may use any of the three choices to obtain an application:
Call toll free 1-866-432-8435 or 498-7730 and request an application be mailed to you.
Pick up an application at your local Department of Human Services, utility company, or public library.
Download an application from the State of Colorado LEAP website
Filling out the application
Send Photocopies of Verification.
Do NOT send original documents. They may not be returned to you.
A photocopier is available for you to make appropriate copies at Department of Human Services.
Review the checklist on the back of the application and submit copies of your verification.
Sign your application.
If the application is not signed, it will be returned to you.
How to get an application
Applications are readily available. You may use any of the three choices to obtain an application:
Call toll free 1-866-432-8435 or 498-7730 and request an application be mailed to you.
Pick up an application at your local Department of Human Services, utility company, or public library.
Download an application from the State of Colorado LEAP website
Other Assistance for Heating Costs
Longs Peak Energy Conservation of Boulder County (LPEC) offers free home energy conservation retrofits (weatherization services) to residents of Larimer County. LPEC also provides REACH program weatherization services to residents of the City of Ft. Collins
Breastfeeding women who have had a baby in the last 12 months
Women who have had a baby in the last 6 months
Infants
Children up to 5 years of age.
WIC Offers:
Individualized Nutrition Counseling
Healthy Food:
Milk
Juice
Cheese
Dried Beans & Peas
Infant Formula
Eggs
Cereal
Peanut Butter
Infant Cereal
Tuna & Carrots (Breastfeeding Women)
(WIC Program Staff determines which foods a participant receives based on individual needs.)
Program Eligibility
You Must:
Have a health/nutrition risk factor based on:
Height and weight measurements
Blood test for low iron
Health history
Diet history
Meet WIC Income Guidelines: Even if you have a job, you may be eligible. If you are on Work First Family Assistance, Medicaid or receive food stamps, you may already meet the income guidelines.
Am I Income Eligible? All kinds of families qualify for WIC. You may or may not be working. You may be a student. You may be single or married. You may live with your parents.
Applicants must be seen at the WIC site to determine eligibility.
To Apply for the WIC Program
Call your WIC office to make an appointment: 919-250-4720.
What will I need?
You must be able to provide proof of identification, residence (where you live), and household income.
Examples of what you will need to bring include:
Identification(only one is needed):
Valid drivers license/DMV ID
WIC folder (new)
Social Security card
Current work/school ID
Current Medicaid card
NC Health Choice ID
Current military ID
Birth certificate
Hospital crib card
Passport
Immunization record
Health record
Insurance card/policy
Bill or paycheck in your name (less than or equal to 60 days old)
Voter registration
Residence (only one is needed):
Current Medicaid card
Valid driver's license/DMV ID
Recent utility bill (less than or equal to 60 days old)
Bank statement
Child's school records
Third-party confirmation letter
Income (only one is needed):
Recent paycheck stubs (less than or equal to 60 days old)
Letter from employer stating gross income and frequency
Copy of child support check
Foster child placement/award letter
W-2 Forms or recent tax return for the self-employed
Accounting records (self-employed only)
Current Medicaid card
Work First eligibility letter
Food stamps notice of eligibility or certification letter
Beige ATP card
What Happens at a WIC Visit?
You will be asked questions about your health and your diet.
Height, weight and a blood test for iron deficiency will be done unless you bring this information from another clinic or doctor's office.
A nutritionist or nurse will review the above information to see if you are eligible for WIC.
Any nutrition problems or questions you have will be discussed.
Your income information will be reviewed.
If eligible, you will be given "vouchers" to take to the store to get your food.
Program Operation
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call 202-720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal-opportunity provider and employer.
The primary goal of Service Intake is to assess and provide assistance to individuals and families in emergency situations that threaten their ability to maintain basic needs. Financial assistance may be provided for eligible households, following an assessment and in accordance with emergency assistance guidelines. For additional information call Service Intake at 919-212-7000.
Must be a family with children under age 18, or elderly (age 60 and above) or disabled – receiving disability benefits
Must have a court eviction notice
Security Deposit
Must be a family with children under age 18 or elderly (age 60 and above), ordisabled – receiving disability benefits
Must be an emergency move (specific Service Intake guidelines apply)
Utilities
Water Assistance
Must be a family with children under age 18 or elderly (age 60 and above), or disabled – receiving disability benefits
Must have disconnection notice
Must pay monthly rent of $100 or more
Electricity Assistance (also see Energy Assistance below)
Must be a family with children under age 18
The parent or legal guardian of the minor child must be employed or beginning employment of at least 30 hours per week.
Must have final notice (except in case of deposit for service)
Gas Assistance (also see Energy Assistance below)
Must be a family with children under age 18
The parent or legal guardian of the minor child must be employed or beginning employment of at least 30 hours per week
Must use gas for cooking
Must have final notice (except in case of deposit for service)
Energy Assistance This program provides assistance for households in a heating crisis. Families or individuals who heat with electricity, gas, fuel oil, kerosene, wood or coal can apply. This program also provides assistance to families or individuals who are experiencing a cooling crisis during warmer weather. Several funding sources are used for assistance, and each has specific guidelines. Assistance is not available on a year-round basis.
Prescriptions
Must have refill bottles or new prescription
No over-the-counter medicine assistance provided
No assistance provided when there is prescription insurance available (no assistance for co-pays)
New prescription cannot be more than 30 days old.
Eye Care
Must be a U.S. citizen or documented alien
Must meet income requirements (provide verification of income for six months prior to date of application
Application is processed by Wake County Human Services and funding is provided by the N.C. Division of Services for the Blind.
Provides an eye exam, eye glasses and limited treatment (preauthorized) for eligible recipients
Casket
The County provides a casket for indigent person who has no insurance to cover cost of burial.
A representative must come in to make request.
No assistance available for funeral service or burial plot
Bus Tickets
Only provided for new employment, prior to receipt of first pay or for medical appointment
Client must have verification of new employment or medical appointment.
Information and Referral
Written food referrals provided
Maintain listing of other food resources where written referral is not required
Emergency clothing referrals to the Bargain Box – when available
Maintain listing of other clothing resources where written referral is not required
Furniture referrals to the Helping Hands Mission for reduced rate on furniture and appliance purchases (can be requested at the Swinburne Building first-floor reception desk)
Recognizing that some of our customers may need help to pay their utility bills, we offer three income-qualified financial assistance programs and one program designed to offset the energy costs associated with home medical equipment. These programs must be applied for in person at one of the locations listed below.
Pasadena Residential Electric Utility Assistance Program (EUAP)
You must be a PWP Residential Electric Customer.
Must meet the income levels. Refer to Income Qualifying Schedule below.
Must show proof of income.
Monthly Benefits of this program PWP will credit your electric account $7.50 (after taxes).
Pasadena Cares and Cares Plus Program
You must be a PWP Residential Electric Customer.
You must be 62 or older or are permanently disabled. For disability you must meet the disability requirements as established by the Social Security Administrations Supplemental Income for the Aged, Blind and Disable (Title XVI of the Social Security Act, as amended).
Must meet the income levels and show proof of income.
Permanently disabled customers must submit a printout of your benefits from the Social Security Administration Office.
Monthly Benefits of the Cares Program: PWP will credit your electric account $7.50 (after taxes) and a credit of the Public Benefits Charge.
Monthly Benefits of the Cares Plus Program: PWP will credit the following on your electric account $7.50 (after taxes), the Public Benefit Charge and Utility Users Tax.
New Qualifying Income Levels - effective 4/15/09
Pasadena Electric Utility Assistance Program (EUAP)
Household Size
1
2
3
4
5
6
Maximum Annual Gross Household income
$27,750
$31,700
$35,700
$39,650
$42,800
$46,000
Add $4,000 for each additional person in the household
PasadenaCares Program
Must be 62 Years of age or older or permanently disabled to qualify.
Household Size
1
2
3
4
5
6
Maximum Annual Gross Household income
$27,750
$31,700
$35,700
$39,650
$42,800
$46,000
Add $4,000 for each additional person in the household
Pasadena Cares Plus Program
Must be 62 years of age or older or permanently disabled to qualify.
Household Size
1
2
3
4
5
6
Maximum Annual Gross Household income
$12,000
$16,000
$20,000
$24,000
$28,000
$32,000
Add $4,000 for each additional person in the household.
Pasadena Medical Assistance Program Application
You must be a PWP Residential Electric Customer.
Must have medically necessary equipment.
Must provide a note on letterhead signed by your doctor that describes the home equipment.
Not an income qualified program.
Monthly Benefits of the Medical Assistance Program PWP will credit your electric account $7.50 (after taxes).
The following is the list of PWP approved equipment for this program:
Aerosol tents, apnea monitors, compressors or concentrators, electrostatic or ultrasonic nebulizers, electric nerve stimulators, hemodialysis machines, kidney dialysis machines, intermittent positive pressure breathing machines, iron lungs, pressure pads, pressure pumps, respirators, or suction machines. The equipment must be plugged in and not battery operated. icatioedical Assistance Program Application
Locations where you can apply for Utility Assistance Programs:
Centers
Hours of Operation
Days of Operation
JRC - 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Pasadena
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays
Villa Parke - 363 E. Villa St. Pasadena
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays
Victory Park - 2575 Paloma St. Pasadena
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Mondays and Fridays
Senior Center - 85 E. Holly St. Pasadena
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tuesdays
Senior Center - 85 E. Holly St. Pasadena
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Thursdays and Fridays
Neighborhood Connections - 1384 East Walnut St. Pasadena
9:30 am to 6:00 pm
Monday - Thursday
For more information about PWP's Electric Utility Assistance Program please call the Answerline at (626) 744-6970.
Project A.P.P.L.E.
Project APPLE (Assisting Pasadena People with Limited Emergencies) provides a one-time grant of up to $100 per year to help eligible low-income customers keep their power on. This vital program is made possible through the generous contributions of our customers who understand that tough times can hit any of us. A Project APPLE recipient may be a single-income family with young children, a person struggling with a disability or recent job loss, or a senior scraping by on Social Security.
Low-income residents who risk power shut-off can apply for a Project APPLE grantMonday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Jackie Robinson Center, 1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave. You�ll be asked to present ID, proof of income and a past-due PWP bill or delinquent shut-off notice. Household income limits range from $22,062 for a one- to two-person household to $49,215 for a family of five.
Eligible recipients are approved on the spot and receive a voucher to present at the City�s Municipal Services Payment Center at Pasadena City Hall , room N106, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.Call 744-7300 for more information.
You can make a donation of any amount to Project APPLE by checking the box on your next Pasadena utility bill and including your donation with your payment. If you are making a large tax-deductible donation, call 744-4420.
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