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Jan 20, 2012
I have read post after post after post ...after post. I am trully sorry for all who are going through tough times.
It seems that 2012 started off rough for alot of us. i am a 29 year old enritchement specialist who specializes in providing after school art clases to at risk youth in and around my community. apart from that i also have been heavily involved in theater in my comunity.i pride myself on making people laugh during moments of frustration, and ecomonical lows. But my biggest contribution to this world has been and will allways be my beautifull lil boy(age 7).
I have allways been able to get myself out of economic hurddles,but lately with my son growing and demanding more from me as a father i have feel like im failing ,and it kills me.:(
This page encourages to speak from the heart..do a tell all.
quite frankly i feel that by doing that the only thing that it has brought is heart ache and pain.
My son recently moved to florida, from texas a huge change for me since i live in california, but a bigger one for him since his mother selfishly made the decision. long story short:
since he was planning to move we ,his mother and i decided that it would be best if he stayed with me here in california from the beggining of winter vacation till the begginning of march then i would fly him out to florida giving me enough time to raise the 1000 to fly us to and from. Well she got mad one night and demanded me to fly him out last week. i refused. her possesive ways have damaged the relationship she fostered with me and my family.Its obvious that she needs psychiatric help, but i cant do anything is she dosent think anythings wrong. She called the authorities and accused me and my family of kidnapping. We are a loving ,caring, respectfull family. to be accused of this ripped my heart. i am so afraid of her hurting his lil mind so i have made the decision of going through the courts and asking for full custody......(pray for us)
The reason why i am on this page asking for help. is not to have someone pay my rent, but to help me with some bills and debt to give me a fresh start,and to do what i need to do for my son and myself.
phone bill=100
debt (flights= 1000)
water bill=500( and yes i have looked up if their are programs to help me with this..no luck)
...at this point i pray for a miracle...i hope my job picks up and i get more hours...hope for more jobs opportunities......
......i hope.
Dec 29, 2011
If anyone can assist me financially or with a better paying job, please write to me. I can provide my resume offline (I am willing to travel near 100% and internationally) and detail my financial situation and needs better in a one-on-one environment. I do believe in the saying God helps those who help themselves and am working with the mortgage holder and to reduce the debt load. If you can assist, PLEASE contact me.
Dec 27, 2011
Haven't heard from anyone either from the bank (they are supposed to call today) or here (Aidpage). I wonder if I have to be a single mom, pregnant with young kids that need gifts for Christmas to have a reply. I had been doing really well getting the bills paid and improving the credit score. As a result of the loss of my wife's job, the emergency account has been wiped clean as well as the retirement account. If anyone can help either financially or with a better paying job, I will greatly appreciate it.
Dec 23, 2011
For the first time, I am unable to make my mortgage payment. I am working with the lender right now but this feeling is sickening. I had to make the awful choice of food for shelter. Luckily the lender seems to be willing to assist but we are just at the beginning of the process. I hate doing this, but I have asked others with little to no results, but I do need some angel to assist me. If anyone out there can spare something, let me know. If you can provide a higher paying job, let me know.
Dec 21, 2011
What's on my heart and mind today? Stress! It looks like I will no longer be able to stave off sinking financially. I have a choice to pay my mortgage...if I am able...or pay the electric bill and buy groceries and gas for my job. Then the cycle starts over. I am trying to get the creditors to give a month or two grace just so that I can get the funds stocked to pay. I hate being in this state and never thought I would be. One month means forever to me. If anyone knows a way out without selling my soul, please let me know.
Massachusetts Assistance and Aid Programs.
Find grants, aid and assistance in all cities and counties Massachusetts, including Boston and Worcester. In addition to the state programs below, there are also charities and aid organizations in Massachusetts that can provide you help with paying bills.
Assistance Programs
Health Safety Net Fund (Free Care)
The Health Safety Net is a health care aid program. It will provide help for people who are not eligible for health insurance or people who cannot afford health insurance. Massachusetts residents who qualify for the Safety Net can get medically necessary health services hospitals as well as community health centers in Massachusetts either at no charge or at a reduced charge. 508-860-7700
MassHealth
MassHealth is a public health insurance program for residents of Massachusetts. 1-888-665-9993
Commonwealth Care
Commonwealth Care is a Massachusetts state-funded health insurance program that covers uninsured low and moderate-income Massachusetts residents who do not qualify for MassHealth aid above. 1-877-623-6765
Help with Mortgage and Foreclosure Prevention
Massachusetts also has a mortgage assistance program that will aid residents with refinancing a mortgage, and it also helps prevent mortgage foreclosures. More.
Numerous non-profit agencies that are HUD certified may be able to provide homeowners with free or low cost solutions to paying their mortgage or avoiding a foreclosure. Find a list. Learn more.
CenterCare
Provides free healthcare and will pay medical bills for lower income MA residents with chronic illnesses or medical conditions. Find additional ways to get help with medical bills and debts. 1-800-475-8455. Learn more.
Prescription Advantage
Prescription Advantage is a state-sponsored prescription drug insurance plan for both Massachusetts disabled residents and seniors who meet eligibility requirements. 1-800-243-4636
Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program
A rental assistance program available in Massachusetts that offers tenant-based vouchers, which are known as Mobile. These vouchers can be used to help pay rent for any housing unit that meets the standards of the state sanitary code. (617) 573-1150
Medical Security Program
An assistance program that helps middle-and lower-income unemployed state residents pay their health insurance premiums and bills. This state program will pay up to 80 percent of a laid-off worker's monthly health insurance premium for about a year. 1-800-908-8801
SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
The SNAP program will help low-income Massachusetts households pay for food so that they can have a healthy diet and still have money to pay other bills. 1-866-950-FOOD
DTA Child Care Services
DTA child care is low cost or free child care for current and former TAFDC families. The DTA child care program is for families who are looking for a job, working, in an approved education or job training program, or disabled. 1-800-249-2007
Free Legal Aid
Qualified families and individuals in Massachusetts can receive free legal advice and assistance from non-profit law firms across the state. Lawyers will offer their services to people in need of help. Click here to read more.
Financial counseling, budgeting, and debt reduction
Families in Massachusetts who are struggling to pay their bills and debts may qualify for free or low cost debt management and credit counseling. Non-profits operate across the state and provide this resource. More on Massachusetts credit counseling.
Income-eligible Child Care
Income-eligible child care aid is low price, subsidized child care for low-income non-TAFDC families who are looking for work, working, disabled, or in an education or job training program. The amount a family pays for child care will depends on family size and income.
Community Partnerships for Children
The Community Partnerships for Children will assist Massachusetts families with paying for needed preschool programs for their children. 617-349-4038
RAFT (Residential Assistance for Families in Transition)
The RAFT programs helps families who are behind on their rent, mortgage payments, heating, or utility bills. RAFT will also assist families who have to move but do not have enough money to pay some of the costs involved, such as utility startup costs, a security deposit, or first/last month's rent. Families can get up to $3000 in aid to apply towards rent or expenses. 1-800-224-5124
Prescription Advantage
This medical assistance program will help pay for prescription drugs for the disabled and the elderly. There are some low cost premiums, deductibles and also co-payments there are based on household income. 800-243-4636
Emergency Aid to Elders, Disabled and Children (EAEDC)
EAEDC will provide cash grants and other benefits to low-income elders, children, and disabled in Massachusetts. EAEDC aid is for individuals and families who do not qualify for other cash assistance programs. 617-573-1600
Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC)
TAFDC is a government assistance program that gives benefits and cash assistance to low-income families with dependent children.
Health Care Centers and Clinics
While Massachusetts does have a health care law, the low income have other options for free or low cost medical or dental assistance. Clinics can help those in need. Read more on Massachusetts community clinics.
Find how to get help from dental clinics. Oral care, checks ups, and other forms of assistance are provided by dental care centers. Click here.
Food Bank and Distribution Centers
Non-profit organizations located throughout the region can provide free or low cost food, groceries, and other support to people facing a hardship. Click here to get more information.
Assistance From Massachusetts Counties and Cities
Heating and energy bill assistance is offered both at the county level (below) and also directly from energy companies. Learn more.
Barnstable County
Berkshire County (Pittsfield)
Bristol County (Taunton)
Dukes County (Edgartown)
Essex County (Salem and Lawrence)
•Gloucester programs
•The North Shore, including Salem, Peabody, Beverly and Danvers. Continue
Franklin County (Greenfield)
Hampden County (Springfield)
Hampshire County (Northampton)
Middlesex County (Cambridge)
•Agencies focused on Somerville
•Areas north of Boston, including Medford, Malden, and Everett. More.
•Rent assistance non-profits in Middlesex County Massachusetts.
•Food banks in Middlesex. More.
Nantucket
Norfolk County (Dedham)
•Food pantries
•Norfolk rent assistance agencies and non-profits
Plymouth County (Plymouth and Brockton)
Suffolk County (Boston)
•Boston focused non-profits and financial assistance programs
•Information on Boston foreclosure prevention agencies
•Boston food banks
•Head Start in Boston
•Community clinics in Boston area.
Worcester County
•Agencies that focus on rent help in Worcester.
Massachusetts Heating and Utility Bill Assistance
In addition to the programs below, click here for more information on emergency grants and weatherization programs in Massachusetts that are available from utility and gas companies.
Citizens Energy Oil Heat Program
In partnership with CITGO, Citizens Energy works closely with thousands of local fuel assistance agencies and oil heat dealers in 17 states to provide deliveries of home heating oil to those who need help. This year, this heating assistance program provided qualified families a one-time delivery of 100 gallons of home heating oil.
Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund
This organization will provide energy assistance to Massachusetts residents who are in a temporary crisis and who may be struggling to pay their heating or utility bills and do not qualify for federal or state energy funds. More on the Good Neighbor Energy Fund.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This will help lower income families pay their heating bills. The aid program is for both renters and homeowners. Most households will also qualify for utility discounts, weatherization, and emergency furnace repairs.
Utility Arrearage Programs
This program will aid families with paying overdue utility bills. Utility arrearage programs will help both households prevent utility shutoffs and also restore utility service that has already been shut off.
Utility Discounts
Massachusetts electric, gas, and telephone companies will offer reduced rates to lower income customers who receive public assistance benefits and who also meet income limits. Qualified customers will receive a 20% to 40% discount on their electric and gas rates, and they will also receive a discount on basic local telephone service and installation.
EnergyBucks
Several assistance programs exist that help Massachusetts residents with paying their energy bills. These programs assist with energy efficiency services, fuel assistance, and they will also help families save on their utility bills. Several of Massachusett's utility companies have partnered together, with the Low-Income Energy Affordability Network (LEAN) and also the Massachusetts Association for Community Action (MASSCAP) to offer assistance and aid programs to eligible households. This program is known as Energy Bucks.
•Discount rates on energy bills: Families can receive discounted rates on utility and heating bills that will reduce what you need to pay for the services that you use.
•Fuel assistance: Subsidies and aid is provided to help lower the price you pay for utility bills and heating fuel.
•Energy efficiency services: Energy saving advice and weatherization services are offered that will help you with conserving energy.
Utility Shutoff Protection
Massachusetts laws will prevent utility and gas companies from shutting off service to households that are in special situations. These protected households include low-income families with infants, senior households, and also people with serious illnesses who can't afford to pay their heating or utility bills. Also, importantly, during the winter months, utility companies can't turn off heating related utilities for any households with a financial hardship.
MassSAVE
An energy savings program for Massachusetts renters and homeowners and renters. MassSAVE will offer energy saving tips and information about energy-saving products, free home energy assessments, and rebates, loans, and other incentives for energy-saving home improvements.
Find grants, aid and assistance in all cities and counties Massachusetts, including Boston and Worcester. In addition to the state programs below, there are also charities and aid organizations in Massachusetts that can provide you help with paying bills.
Assistance Programs
Health Safety Net Fund (Free Care)
The Health Safety Net is a health care aid program. It will provide help for people who are not eligible for health insurance or people who cannot afford health insurance. Massachusetts residents who qualify for the Safety Net can get medically necessary health services hospitals as well as community health centers in Massachusetts either at no charge or at a reduced charge. 508-860-7700
MassHealth
MassHealth is a public health insurance program for residents of Massachusetts. 1-888-665-9993
Commonwealth Care
Commonwealth Care is a Massachusetts state-funded health insurance program that covers uninsured low and moderate-income Massachusetts residents who do not qualify for MassHealth aid above. 1-877-623-6765
Help with Mortgage and Foreclosure Prevention
Massachusetts also has a mortgage assistance program that will aid residents with refinancing a mortgage, and it also helps prevent mortgage foreclosures. More.
Numerous non-profit agencies that are HUD certified may be able to provide homeowners with free or low cost solutions to paying their mortgage or avoiding a foreclosure. Find a list. Learn more.
CenterCare
Provides free healthcare and will pay medical bills for lower income MA residents with chronic illnesses or medical conditions. Find additional ways to get help with medical bills and debts. 1-800-475-8455. Learn more.
Prescription Advantage
Prescription Advantage is a state-sponsored prescription drug insurance plan for both Massachusetts disabled residents and seniors who meet eligibility requirements. 1-800-243-4636
Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program
A rental assistance program available in Massachusetts that offers tenant-based vouchers, which are known as Mobile. These vouchers can be used to help pay rent for any housing unit that meets the standards of the state sanitary code. (617) 573-1150
Medical Security Program
An assistance program that helps middle-and lower-income unemployed state residents pay their health insurance premiums and bills. This state program will pay up to 80 percent of a laid-off worker's monthly health insurance premium for about a year. 1-800-908-8801
SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
The SNAP program will help low-income Massachusetts households pay for food so that they can have a healthy diet and still have money to pay other bills. 1-866-950-FOOD
DTA Child Care Services
DTA child care is low cost or free child care for current and former TAFDC families. The DTA child care program is for families who are looking for a job, working, in an approved education or job training program, or disabled. 1-800-249-2007
Free Legal Aid
Qualified families and individuals in Massachusetts can receive free legal advice and assistance from non-profit law firms across the state. Lawyers will offer their services to people in need of help. Click here to read more.
Financial counseling, budgeting, and debt reduction
Families in Massachusetts who are struggling to pay their bills and debts may qualify for free or low cost debt management and credit counseling. Non-profits operate across the state and provide this resource. More on Massachusetts credit counseling.
Income-eligible Child Care
Income-eligible child care aid is low price, subsidized child care for low-income non-TAFDC families who are looking for work, working, disabled, or in an education or job training program. The amount a family pays for child care will depends on family size and income.
Community Partnerships for Children
The Community Partnerships for Children will assist Massachusetts families with paying for needed preschool programs for their children. 617-349-4038
RAFT (Residential Assistance for Families in Transition)
The RAFT programs helps families who are behind on their rent, mortgage payments, heating, or utility bills. RAFT will also assist families who have to move but do not have enough money to pay some of the costs involved, such as utility startup costs, a security deposit, or first/last month's rent. Families can get up to $3000 in aid to apply towards rent or expenses. 1-800-224-5124
Prescription Advantage
This medical assistance program will help pay for prescription drugs for the disabled and the elderly. There are some low cost premiums, deductibles and also co-payments there are based on household income. 800-243-4636
Emergency Aid to Elders, Disabled and Children (EAEDC)
EAEDC will provide cash grants and other benefits to low-income elders, children, and disabled in Massachusetts. EAEDC aid is for individuals and families who do not qualify for other cash assistance programs. 617-573-1600
Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC)
TAFDC is a government assistance program that gives benefits and cash assistance to low-income families with dependent children.
Health Care Centers and Clinics
While Massachusetts does have a health care law, the low income have other options for free or low cost medical or dental assistance. Clinics can help those in need. Read more on Massachusetts community clinics.
Find how to get help from dental clinics. Oral care, checks ups, and other forms of assistance are provided by dental care centers. Click here.
Food Bank and Distribution Centers
Non-profit organizations located throughout the region can provide free or low cost food, groceries, and other support to people facing a hardship. Click here to get more information.
Assistance From Massachusetts Counties and Cities
Heating and energy bill assistance is offered both at the county level (below) and also directly from energy companies. Learn more.
Barnstable County
Berkshire County (Pittsfield)
Bristol County (Taunton)
Dukes County (Edgartown)
Essex County (Salem and Lawrence)
•Gloucester programs
•The North Shore, including Salem, Peabody, Beverly and Danvers. Continue
Franklin County (Greenfield)
Hampden County (Springfield)
Hampshire County (Northampton)
Middlesex County (Cambridge)
•Agencies focused on Somerville
•Areas north of Boston, including Medford, Malden, and Everett. More.
•Rent assistance non-profits in Middlesex County Massachusetts.
•Food banks in Middlesex. More.
Nantucket
Norfolk County (Dedham)
•Food pantries
•Norfolk rent assistance agencies and non-profits
Plymouth County (Plymouth and Brockton)
Suffolk County (Boston)
•Boston focused non-profits and financial assistance programs
•Information on Boston foreclosure prevention agencies
•Boston food banks
•Head Start in Boston
•Community clinics in Boston area.
Worcester County
•Agencies that focus on rent help in Worcester.
Massachusetts Heating and Utility Bill Assistance
In addition to the programs below, click here for more information on emergency grants and weatherization programs in Massachusetts that are available from utility and gas companies.
Citizens Energy Oil Heat Program
In partnership with CITGO, Citizens Energy works closely with thousands of local fuel assistance agencies and oil heat dealers in 17 states to provide deliveries of home heating oil to those who need help. This year, this heating assistance program provided qualified families a one-time delivery of 100 gallons of home heating oil.
Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund
This organization will provide energy assistance to Massachusetts residents who are in a temporary crisis and who may be struggling to pay their heating or utility bills and do not qualify for federal or state energy funds. More on the Good Neighbor Energy Fund.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This will help lower income families pay their heating bills. The aid program is for both renters and homeowners. Most households will also qualify for utility discounts, weatherization, and emergency furnace repairs.
Utility Arrearage Programs
This program will aid families with paying overdue utility bills. Utility arrearage programs will help both households prevent utility shutoffs and also restore utility service that has already been shut off.
Utility Discounts
Massachusetts electric, gas, and telephone companies will offer reduced rates to lower income customers who receive public assistance benefits and who also meet income limits. Qualified customers will receive a 20% to 40% discount on their electric and gas rates, and they will also receive a discount on basic local telephone service and installation.
EnergyBucks
Several assistance programs exist that help Massachusetts residents with paying their energy bills. These programs assist with energy efficiency services, fuel assistance, and they will also help families save on their utility bills. Several of Massachusett's utility companies have partnered together, with the Low-Income Energy Affordability Network (LEAN) and also the Massachusetts Association for Community Action (MASSCAP) to offer assistance and aid programs to eligible households. This program is known as Energy Bucks.
•Discount rates on energy bills: Families can receive discounted rates on utility and heating bills that will reduce what you need to pay for the services that you use.
•Fuel assistance: Subsidies and aid is provided to help lower the price you pay for utility bills and heating fuel.
•Energy efficiency services: Energy saving advice and weatherization services are offered that will help you with conserving energy.
Utility Shutoff Protection
Massachusetts laws will prevent utility and gas companies from shutting off service to households that are in special situations. These protected households include low-income families with infants, senior households, and also people with serious illnesses who can't afford to pay their heating or utility bills. Also, importantly, during the winter months, utility companies can't turn off heating related utilities for any households with a financial hardship.
MassSAVE
An energy savings program for Massachusetts renters and homeowners and renters. MassSAVE will offer energy saving tips and information about energy-saving products, free home energy assessments, and rebates, loans, and other incentives for energy-saving home improvements.
Oct 8, 2011
Maine Assistance and Aid Programs
Get help and locate assistance programs in all areas of Maine, including Portland.
Maine Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
Maine provides mortgage and foreclosure assistance programs. More.
Also, find a listing of non-profit agencies in Maine that offer foreclosure prevention programs. Click here.
Rural Housing Repair Loans and Grants
This assistance program provides loans and cash grants to very low-income families in Maine to improve, repair, modernize, or to remove safety and health hazards in their homes. (207) 990-9110
DirigoChoice Health Plan
DirigoChoice is an alternative to many health insurance plans and this insurance plan emphasizes preventive care and wellness. It provides affordable health insurance programs for the the self-employed, small business owners, and also individuals. 1-877-892-8391
Low Cost Drugs for the Elderly and Disabled (DEL/Low Cost Drug)
A prescription program for both elderly and disabled Maine residents to help them get low-cost prescriptions and needed medications. 1-866-796-2463
Foreclosure Counseling
Maine offers residents several different programs that can provide mortgage relief. They include foreclosure counseling and a mediation program. Learn more.
Maine Rx Plus
MaineRx Plus is a program to help individuals save on prescription drugs, and it is a discount card program for qualifying Maine residents. Participants can save 15% on brand name drugs and up to 60% on generic prescription drugs. 1-866-796-2463
The General Assistance Program
Aid and cash grants are provided in each city and town to help people in emergencies, including food, medical emergencies, and to also provide assistance with energy bill emergencies. Learn more.
Free Prescription Drugs in Maine
Many hospitals and clinics have started programs that are distributing heavily discounted or free prescription medications to state residents. Charities and other organizations are also participating. Learn more.
Low Income Refrigerator Replacement
The program will replace old, inefficient refrigerators and it will provide for the installation of energy efficient lighting in the homes of qualified lower income families. (207) 626-4600
Rental Assistance Coupon Plus Program and Housing Choice Vouchers
Helps families in Maine pay for rental expenses. 207-626-4600
The Maine Food Supplement Program
This provides help to lower and middle income households to assist them with buying the food they need for good health.
TANF
This is an aid program that provides temporary help and cash grants for children and their parents while the family works toward becoming self-supporting through jobs, training, and education. (207)287-6426
Telephone Assistance
The Maine Public Utilities Commission continues to remind residents about the Lifeline telephone program, which can save customers up to $13.50 on their monthly phone bills, including wireless. In addition, the Link-up Assistance program will pays for 50 percent or up to $30 for the cost of phone installation.
Food and Groceries
Thousands of families and individuals get help every year from food banks in Maine. Get free food, non-financial aid, and other support. Read more.
Low Cost or Free Health Care in Maine
Almost 200 clinics and medical providers across Maine will provide free or low cost medical care, prescriptions, and/or dental assistance to individuals and families who live across the state. Read more on Maine community clinics.
Dental Centers
Several different non-profits, community clinics and dental centers provide the low income and uninsured with free or low cost dental care. Continue.
Maine Heating and Energy Bill Programs
Get information on programs that provide weatherization services, financial grants, and other assistance programs that can help pay utility bills, provide fuel oil, and other aid. Click here.
Assistance From Maine Cities and Counties
Androscoggin County (Auburn)
Aroostook County (Houlton)
Cumberland County (Portland)
Franklin County (Farmington)
Kennebec County (Augusta)
Knox County (Rockland)
Lincoln County (Wiscasset)
Oxford County (Paris)
Penobscot County (Bangor)
Piscataquis County (Dover-Foxcroft)
Somerset County (Skowhegan)
York County (Alfred)
Maine Help With Utility and Heating Bills
Utility and gas companies in Maine administer energy and financial assistance programs. Click here for more information on services and resources offered.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides money and grants to low income homeowners and renters in Maine to help them pay heating costs.
Free Home Heating Oil From Citizens Energy
Citizens Energy has a program that offers free heating oil to Maine families in need of help. Citizens Energy works with Citgo and other heating oil companies throughout Maine to provide free or heavily discounted heating oil.
Home Energy Loan Program (HELP)
The HELP assistance program provides very low interest rate loans to both moderate and low income Maine families to finance energy saving improvements that make their homes more energy efficient.
Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP)
Maine's utility companies are required to create or maintain a LIAP aid program to make utility bills more affordable for LIHEAP-eligible customers.
Weatherization and Governors Weatherization Program
MaineHousing's Weatherization Program and also the Central Heating Improvement Program (CHIP) provide cash grants to assist both renters and homeowners improve the energy efficiency of their home and to also perform energy-related repairs.
Get help and locate assistance programs in all areas of Maine, including Portland.
Maine Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
Maine provides mortgage and foreclosure assistance programs. More.
Also, find a listing of non-profit agencies in Maine that offer foreclosure prevention programs. Click here.
Rural Housing Repair Loans and Grants
This assistance program provides loans and cash grants to very low-income families in Maine to improve, repair, modernize, or to remove safety and health hazards in their homes. (207) 990-9110
DirigoChoice Health Plan
DirigoChoice is an alternative to many health insurance plans and this insurance plan emphasizes preventive care and wellness. It provides affordable health insurance programs for the the self-employed, small business owners, and also individuals. 1-877-892-8391
Low Cost Drugs for the Elderly and Disabled (DEL/Low Cost Drug)
A prescription program for both elderly and disabled Maine residents to help them get low-cost prescriptions and needed medications. 1-866-796-2463
Foreclosure Counseling
Maine offers residents several different programs that can provide mortgage relief. They include foreclosure counseling and a mediation program. Learn more.
Maine Rx Plus
MaineRx Plus is a program to help individuals save on prescription drugs, and it is a discount card program for qualifying Maine residents. Participants can save 15% on brand name drugs and up to 60% on generic prescription drugs. 1-866-796-2463
The General Assistance Program
Aid and cash grants are provided in each city and town to help people in emergencies, including food, medical emergencies, and to also provide assistance with energy bill emergencies. Learn more.
Free Prescription Drugs in Maine
Many hospitals and clinics have started programs that are distributing heavily discounted or free prescription medications to state residents. Charities and other organizations are also participating. Learn more.
Low Income Refrigerator Replacement
The program will replace old, inefficient refrigerators and it will provide for the installation of energy efficient lighting in the homes of qualified lower income families. (207) 626-4600
Rental Assistance Coupon Plus Program and Housing Choice Vouchers
Helps families in Maine pay for rental expenses. 207-626-4600
The Maine Food Supplement Program
This provides help to lower and middle income households to assist them with buying the food they need for good health.
TANF
This is an aid program that provides temporary help and cash grants for children and their parents while the family works toward becoming self-supporting through jobs, training, and education. (207)287-6426
Telephone Assistance
The Maine Public Utilities Commission continues to remind residents about the Lifeline telephone program, which can save customers up to $13.50 on their monthly phone bills, including wireless. In addition, the Link-up Assistance program will pays for 50 percent or up to $30 for the cost of phone installation.
Food and Groceries
Thousands of families and individuals get help every year from food banks in Maine. Get free food, non-financial aid, and other support. Read more.
Low Cost or Free Health Care in Maine
Almost 200 clinics and medical providers across Maine will provide free or low cost medical care, prescriptions, and/or dental assistance to individuals and families who live across the state. Read more on Maine community clinics.
Dental Centers
Several different non-profits, community clinics and dental centers provide the low income and uninsured with free or low cost dental care. Continue.
Maine Heating and Energy Bill Programs
Get information on programs that provide weatherization services, financial grants, and other assistance programs that can help pay utility bills, provide fuel oil, and other aid. Click here.
Assistance From Maine Cities and Counties
Androscoggin County (Auburn)
Aroostook County (Houlton)
Cumberland County (Portland)
Franklin County (Farmington)
Kennebec County (Augusta)
Knox County (Rockland)
Lincoln County (Wiscasset)
Oxford County (Paris)
Penobscot County (Bangor)
Piscataquis County (Dover-Foxcroft)
Somerset County (Skowhegan)
York County (Alfred)
Maine Help With Utility and Heating Bills
Utility and gas companies in Maine administer energy and financial assistance programs. Click here for more information on services and resources offered.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides money and grants to low income homeowners and renters in Maine to help them pay heating costs.
Free Home Heating Oil From Citizens Energy
Citizens Energy has a program that offers free heating oil to Maine families in need of help. Citizens Energy works with Citgo and other heating oil companies throughout Maine to provide free or heavily discounted heating oil.
Home Energy Loan Program (HELP)
The HELP assistance program provides very low interest rate loans to both moderate and low income Maine families to finance energy saving improvements that make their homes more energy efficient.
Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP)
Maine's utility companies are required to create or maintain a LIAP aid program to make utility bills more affordable for LIHEAP-eligible customers.
Weatherization and Governors Weatherization Program
MaineHousing's Weatherization Program and also the Central Heating Improvement Program (CHIP) provide cash grants to assist both renters and homeowners improve the energy efficiency of their home and to also perform energy-related repairs.
Oct 8, 2011
Louisiana Assistance Programs.
You can receive grants and assistance in all cities and parishes, including New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
Operation Round-Up
Several utility companies are part of this organization and participate in this program. Grants are available for needy families and individuals requiring assistance with a wide variety of needs. For example, prescription medications, eyeglasses, artificial limbs, medical care and bills, wheelchairs, ramps or other handicap renovations are examples of the grants awarded each month. However, please note that no utility bills are paid through this program. Call your utility company and ask about Operation Round Up.
LaCHIP
Provides children up to the age of 19 that have no health insurance with help with medical bills and expenses. There are no premiums, enrollment fees, or co-payments.
Louisiana SenioRx
Louisiana SenioRx is will assist seniors with finding patient/pharmaceutical assistance programs (PAPs).
Foreclosure and Mortgage Assistance
There are several HUD approved housing and foreclosure agencies in Louisiana that can help homeowners deal with a foreclosure filing, or get back on track with their home loans. Learn more.
Free Medical Care
Learn how to get free medical and/or dental care from free or low cost community clinics and health care centers. Click here to get a list of, and phone numbers for, a most of the clinics and facilities that operate in Louisiana.
Free Food from Food Banks
Find locations, phone numbers, and get information on food banks and pantries that can help the low income, elderly and others in Louisiana. Learn more.
Louisiana Dental Care
A few dozen clinics specialize in providing free or reduced priced dental care. People of all income can get help with cleanings and other needs. More on Louisiana dental clinics.
Utility Bill Assistance in Louisiana
A wide variety of programs can help families and individuals in Louisiana pay their monthly utility bills. Funds can also be available to prevent a disconnection of service. Learn more on Louisiana utility assistance programs.
Assistance From Parishes in Louisiana
Bossier County (Benton)
Caddo Parish
Calcasieu Parish (Lake Charles)
DeSoto Parish (Mansfield)
East Baton Rouge Parish (Baton Rouge)
Jefferson Parish
Lafayette Parish
Lafourche Parish
Orleans Parish (New Orleans)
•Agencies that focus on rent help in New Orleans.
Ouachita Parish (Monroe)
St. Tammany Parish
Terrebonne Parish (Houma)
Louisiana Help With Paying Utility Bills
Most utility companies offer emergency financial assistance, cash grants, and energy saving programs to their customers. Click here to find your options.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
The Louisiana program, which is funded by the federal government, will provide assistance to residents with paying their cooling and heating bills.
LIEAP Crisis Intervention Assistance
Assistance is provided to eligible individuals and families whose economic hardships or social concerns are compounded by a home cooling or heating energy crisis. A one time cash grant can be paid by this program to help with bills.
Louisiana Weatherization Assistance Program
When the house, apartment, or the dwelling unit determined eligible for aid, weatherization services are provided to the household. Weatherization services provided may include installing wall, attic, floor, duct, or pipe insulation; cleaning air conditioners; installing low-flow shower heads; installing energy efficient, compact fluorescent light bulbs, improving clothes dryer operation; and replacing or repairing old refrigerator.
You can receive grants and assistance in all cities and parishes, including New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
Operation Round-Up
Several utility companies are part of this organization and participate in this program. Grants are available for needy families and individuals requiring assistance with a wide variety of needs. For example, prescription medications, eyeglasses, artificial limbs, medical care and bills, wheelchairs, ramps or other handicap renovations are examples of the grants awarded each month. However, please note that no utility bills are paid through this program. Call your utility company and ask about Operation Round Up.
LaCHIP
Provides children up to the age of 19 that have no health insurance with help with medical bills and expenses. There are no premiums, enrollment fees, or co-payments.
Louisiana SenioRx
Louisiana SenioRx is will assist seniors with finding patient/pharmaceutical assistance programs (PAPs).
Foreclosure and Mortgage Assistance
There are several HUD approved housing and foreclosure agencies in Louisiana that can help homeowners deal with a foreclosure filing, or get back on track with their home loans. Learn more.
Free Medical Care
Learn how to get free medical and/or dental care from free or low cost community clinics and health care centers. Click here to get a list of, and phone numbers for, a most of the clinics and facilities that operate in Louisiana.
Free Food from Food Banks
Find locations, phone numbers, and get information on food banks and pantries that can help the low income, elderly and others in Louisiana. Learn more.
Louisiana Dental Care
A few dozen clinics specialize in providing free or reduced priced dental care. People of all income can get help with cleanings and other needs. More on Louisiana dental clinics.
Utility Bill Assistance in Louisiana
A wide variety of programs can help families and individuals in Louisiana pay their monthly utility bills. Funds can also be available to prevent a disconnection of service. Learn more on Louisiana utility assistance programs.
Assistance From Parishes in Louisiana
Bossier County (Benton)
Caddo Parish
Calcasieu Parish (Lake Charles)
DeSoto Parish (Mansfield)
East Baton Rouge Parish (Baton Rouge)
Jefferson Parish
Lafayette Parish
Lafourche Parish
Orleans Parish (New Orleans)
•Agencies that focus on rent help in New Orleans.
Ouachita Parish (Monroe)
St. Tammany Parish
Terrebonne Parish (Houma)
Louisiana Help With Paying Utility Bills
Most utility companies offer emergency financial assistance, cash grants, and energy saving programs to their customers. Click here to find your options.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
The Louisiana program, which is funded by the federal government, will provide assistance to residents with paying their cooling and heating bills.
LIEAP Crisis Intervention Assistance
Assistance is provided to eligible individuals and families whose economic hardships or social concerns are compounded by a home cooling or heating energy crisis. A one time cash grant can be paid by this program to help with bills.
Louisiana Weatherization Assistance Program
When the house, apartment, or the dwelling unit determined eligible for aid, weatherization services are provided to the household. Weatherization services provided may include installing wall, attic, floor, duct, or pipe insulation; cleaning air conditioners; installing low-flow shower heads; installing energy efficient, compact fluorescent light bulbs, improving clothes dryer operation; and replacing or repairing old refrigerator.
Oct 8, 2011
Kentucky Assistance Programs
Locate grants, help and assistance programs in all cities and counties of Kentucky, including Lexington and Louisville.
Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program
Families can receive temporary cash assistance and grants to help pay bills and debt. This program will also provide help finding a job to participants. Also, find help getting the job training and career development that leads to that job. (502) 564-3440
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF)
Provides families with the tools to become self sufficient. Goals of this aid include providing participants with long term employment, help train clients, and create self sufficient families. (502) 564-3440
Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP)
This will provide health insurance for uninsured children who are income ineligible for Medicaid. KCHIP will cover eligible children until their 19th birthday, and this help can go a long way towards paying medical bills and debt. 877-524-4718
Food Benefits/EBT
The Food Benefit Program will assist people with little or no money with buying groceries and food for healthy meals at participating stores. Food benefits provided will increase a household's food buying power when added to the household's existing money. (502) 564-7050
Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program
This program assists the public with accessing prescription drug programs and free medications that are offered by discount drug programs, the drug manufacturers, and also those from various discount pharmacy programs. These prescription assistance programs provide medicines and prescription drugs for free or at greatly discounted costs for both individuals and qualifying families. 1-800-372-2973
Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
Get information on various foreclosure prevention programs in Kentucky. Learn more.
In addition, learn about HUD approved agencies in Kentucky, and the various services and resources they provide. More.
Rent Assistance From KY HEARTH
This is a program that offers Kentucky residents a wide ranging variety of ways to get help with housing expenses. Families may receive financial assistance in the form of rental assistance, help with energy bills, security deposits, and more. Continue.
Free Legal Aid
Find information on how to get legal assistance and advice in Kentucky. Non-profit law firms and other agencies offer residents free tips, advice, and consultations. Learn more.
Community Health Care Centers
Get information or learn who to call for free or low cost medical and dental assistance. Various non-profits help patients who are struggling. Click here for more information on Kentucky community clinics.
If you need a location that focuses on dental care, read more on clinics and facilities across Kentucky that may be able to help.
Free Food from Food Banks
Kentucky has numerous food banks and pantries that provide assistance to families, individuals, children, and anyone who may be struggling. Click here for information on food distribution centers.
Kentucky Energy Bill and Utility Assistance Programs
Find how to get help paying your utility bills in Kentucky. Programs and financial assistance is offered by energy companies and other organizations. More on Kentucky energy bill programs.
Assistance From Kentucky Counties and Cities
Adair County (Columbia)
Anderson County (Lawrenceburg)
Boone County (Burlington)
Boyle County (Danville)
Bullitt County (Shepherdsville)
Campbell County (Alexandria)
Casey County (Liberty)
Christian County (Hopkinsville)
Clark County (Winchester)
Clinton County (Albany)
Cumberland County (Burkesville)
Daviess County (Owensboro)
Franklin County (Frankfort)
Garrad County (Lancaster)
Green County (Greensburg)
Hardin County (Elizabethtown)
Hopkins County (Madisonville)
Jessamine County (Nicholasville)
Jefferson County (Louisville)
•Agencies that focus on rent help in Louisville region.
Kenton County (Covington and Independence)
Knox County (Barbourville)
Laurel County (London)
Lexington-Fayette County (Lexington)
Lincoln County (Stanford)
Madison County (Richmond)
Mercer County (Harrodsburg)
Montgomery County (Mount Sterling)
Northern Kentucky area
Scott County (Georgetown)
Warren County (Bowling Green)
Whitley County (Williamsburg)
Woodford County (Versailles)
Help With Paying Electric and Heating Bills in Kentucky
Click here for a listing of utility assistance programs that are offered from energy companies, government programs, and non-profits in Kentucky.
Preventive Assistance Program
This initiative will assist families with an payment of up to $300 per family to help pay energy bills. The cash grant payment is provided if the payment would prevent the removal of a child from the family or if the grant would assist in reuniting the child with the family.
Project WARM
Project WARM provides free energy conservation and weatherization services to residents of Louisville as well as Jefferson County. Weatherization measures provided include adding attic insulation, sealing air leaks, and offering free energy education classes.
Weatherization Assistance Program
Trained inspectors and crews with state-of-the-art equipment aim to reduce the cost of energy for low-income families. The Effect of Energy Efficiency on Customers include reducing energy bills and costs on average of $300 yearly, providing safer and more comfortable homes, and increase families knowledge of energy saving practices.
Summer Cooling
Every summer, both fans and air conditioners are loaned to people whose health is threatened by the high humidity and heat.
Home Energy Assistance
Provides a year-round fixed energy bill credit that is based upon the household's income, size and utility bill amounts for the previous 12 months. The credit provided can even be applied to arrearages.
WeCare
Participants in this aid program will receive a walkthrough inspection of their household and energy education and conservation tips. Many participants will receive HVAC and water heater system inspection, attic insulation, and air sealing.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
A federally funded assistance program to help eligible Kentucky households with paying their home heating and/or cooling bills. The LIHEAP program in Kentucky helps approximately 150,000 Kentucky families pay their heating bills every winter.
Locate grants, help and assistance programs in all cities and counties of Kentucky, including Lexington and Louisville.
Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program
Families can receive temporary cash assistance and grants to help pay bills and debt. This program will also provide help finding a job to participants. Also, find help getting the job training and career development that leads to that job. (502) 564-3440
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF)
Provides families with the tools to become self sufficient. Goals of this aid include providing participants with long term employment, help train clients, and create self sufficient families. (502) 564-3440
Kentucky Children's Health Insurance Program (KCHIP)
This will provide health insurance for uninsured children who are income ineligible for Medicaid. KCHIP will cover eligible children until their 19th birthday, and this help can go a long way towards paying medical bills and debt. 877-524-4718
Food Benefits/EBT
The Food Benefit Program will assist people with little or no money with buying groceries and food for healthy meals at participating stores. Food benefits provided will increase a household's food buying power when added to the household's existing money. (502) 564-7050
Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program
This program assists the public with accessing prescription drug programs and free medications that are offered by discount drug programs, the drug manufacturers, and also those from various discount pharmacy programs. These prescription assistance programs provide medicines and prescription drugs for free or at greatly discounted costs for both individuals and qualifying families. 1-800-372-2973
Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
Get information on various foreclosure prevention programs in Kentucky. Learn more.
In addition, learn about HUD approved agencies in Kentucky, and the various services and resources they provide. More.
Rent Assistance From KY HEARTH
This is a program that offers Kentucky residents a wide ranging variety of ways to get help with housing expenses. Families may receive financial assistance in the form of rental assistance, help with energy bills, security deposits, and more. Continue.
Free Legal Aid
Find information on how to get legal assistance and advice in Kentucky. Non-profit law firms and other agencies offer residents free tips, advice, and consultations. Learn more.
Community Health Care Centers
Get information or learn who to call for free or low cost medical and dental assistance. Various non-profits help patients who are struggling. Click here for more information on Kentucky community clinics.
If you need a location that focuses on dental care, read more on clinics and facilities across Kentucky that may be able to help.
Free Food from Food Banks
Kentucky has numerous food banks and pantries that provide assistance to families, individuals, children, and anyone who may be struggling. Click here for information on food distribution centers.
Kentucky Energy Bill and Utility Assistance Programs
Find how to get help paying your utility bills in Kentucky. Programs and financial assistance is offered by energy companies and other organizations. More on Kentucky energy bill programs.
Assistance From Kentucky Counties and Cities
Adair County (Columbia)
Anderson County (Lawrenceburg)
Boone County (Burlington)
Boyle County (Danville)
Bullitt County (Shepherdsville)
Campbell County (Alexandria)
Casey County (Liberty)
Christian County (Hopkinsville)
Clark County (Winchester)
Clinton County (Albany)
Cumberland County (Burkesville)
Daviess County (Owensboro)
Franklin County (Frankfort)
Garrad County (Lancaster)
Green County (Greensburg)
Hardin County (Elizabethtown)
Hopkins County (Madisonville)
Jessamine County (Nicholasville)
Jefferson County (Louisville)
•Agencies that focus on rent help in Louisville region.
Kenton County (Covington and Independence)
Knox County (Barbourville)
Laurel County (London)
Lexington-Fayette County (Lexington)
Lincoln County (Stanford)
Madison County (Richmond)
Mercer County (Harrodsburg)
Montgomery County (Mount Sterling)
Northern Kentucky area
Scott County (Georgetown)
Warren County (Bowling Green)
Whitley County (Williamsburg)
Woodford County (Versailles)
Help With Paying Electric and Heating Bills in Kentucky
Click here for a listing of utility assistance programs that are offered from energy companies, government programs, and non-profits in Kentucky.
Preventive Assistance Program
This initiative will assist families with an payment of up to $300 per family to help pay energy bills. The cash grant payment is provided if the payment would prevent the removal of a child from the family or if the grant would assist in reuniting the child with the family.
Project WARM
Project WARM provides free energy conservation and weatherization services to residents of Louisville as well as Jefferson County. Weatherization measures provided include adding attic insulation, sealing air leaks, and offering free energy education classes.
Weatherization Assistance Program
Trained inspectors and crews with state-of-the-art equipment aim to reduce the cost of energy for low-income families. The Effect of Energy Efficiency on Customers include reducing energy bills and costs on average of $300 yearly, providing safer and more comfortable homes, and increase families knowledge of energy saving practices.
Summer Cooling
Every summer, both fans and air conditioners are loaned to people whose health is threatened by the high humidity and heat.
Home Energy Assistance
Provides a year-round fixed energy bill credit that is based upon the household's income, size and utility bill amounts for the previous 12 months. The credit provided can even be applied to arrearages.
WeCare
Participants in this aid program will receive a walkthrough inspection of their household and energy education and conservation tips. Many participants will receive HVAC and water heater system inspection, attic insulation, and air sealing.
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
A federally funded assistance program to help eligible Kentucky households with paying their home heating and/or cooling bills. The LIHEAP program in Kentucky helps approximately 150,000 Kentucky families pay their heating bills every winter.
Oct 8, 2011
Kansas Assistance Programs
Find how to get aid and assistance in all counties and cities located in Kansas, including Wichita and Overland Park.
Assistance Programs
Child Care Subsidy Program
Helps pay for child care bills. It will assist many types of families, including lower-income, working families, families that are in education or training activities, and it will also help teen parents who are completing their high school degree or GED. 1-888-369-4777
Kansas HealthWave (State Children Health Insurance & Medicaid)
Provides health insurance and help with medical expenses to children and young adults in Kansas. Premiums of HealthWave will range from $0-$30 per month per family, and there are no copays or deductibles that are needed to be paid for HealthWave. (785) 296-3981
General Assistance (GA)
This program provides cash grant benefits to people who are disabled. The program will only assist those who do not qualify for other federal or state assistance programs.
Successful Families Program
Provides assistance services for lower income families. Services provided include cash assistance grants, the program will help adults with finding a job, and it will also provide support services for training, work, work activities, and education. Debt consolidation and assistance programs may also be offered. More. 1-888-369-4777
Food Stamp Program
This assistance program offers food assistance to struggling families and lower income families and individuals to help them buy food from the local grocery store. This aid program also is intended to provide these lower income households with access to a healthy, nutritious diet.
Kansas Rent Assistance Programs
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance will provide families and individuals with housing aid. It provides up to two years of rent subsidies. In addition, qualified individuals can get funds for paying utility bill as well as security and utility deposits. Read more.
Kansas Free Legal Aid
There are some options and programs available to Kansas residents that will provide them with free legal advice and assistance. Services are offered across the state. Read more.
Foreclosure and Housing Counseling
Find a listing of government certified non-profit housing counseling agencies that can provide homeowners with numerous foreclosure assistance programs and advice. Learn more.
Free Food in Kansas
Contact or stop by a non-profit food bank, pantry, or distribution center in the state. Dozens of nonprofit organizations help tens of thousands of Kansas families and individuals each and every month. Continue.
Kansas Health Care Clinics
Get information on phone numbers and the locations of free community clinics in Kansas. These locations provide a wide variety of medical care, health services, medications, and other support to people who need help. Click here.
Kansas patients can also contact a clinic for free or low cost dental care. Read more on the dental centers located throughout Kansas.
Energy Bills
There are several different programs in place that can help families and individuals in Kansas pay their utility bills. Get more information on Kansas energy bill assistance programs.
Assistance From Kansas Cities and Counties
Allen County (Iola)
Anderson County (Garnett)
Bourbon County (Fort Scott)
Butler County (El Dorado)
Chase County (Cottonwood Falls)
Chautauqua County (Sedan)
Cherokee County (Columbus)
Coffey County (Burlington)
Cowley County (Winfield)
Crawford County (Girard)
Douglas County (Lawrence)
Elk County (Howard)
Franklin County (Ottawa)
Greenwood County (Eureka)
Johnson County (Olathe)
Labette County (Oswego)
Leavenworth County
Linn County (Mound City)
Lyon County (Emporia)
Montgomery County (Independence)
Neosho County (Erie)
Riley County (Manhattan)
Sedgwick County (Wichita)
Saline County (Salina)
Shawnee County (Topeka)
Wilson County (Fredonia)
Woodson County (Yates Center)
Wyandotte County (Kansas City)
Kansas Energy Bill Assistance
In addition to the services and resources listed below, click here to find contact information, phone numbers, and additional heating and utility bill programs.
HeatShare
Provides help paying cooling and heating bills throughout Kansas. Grants may also be for emergency repairs and replacement of air conditioners, furnaces, hot water heaters, doors, windows and other energy related equipment.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
This is a federally funded program that is run by the state. It will help qualified households pay a portion of their home energy and heating bills by providing them assistance in the form of a one-time per year benefit.
Weatherization Assistance Program(WAP)
The Weatherization Assistance Program will provide improvements to homes that increase energy efficiency and conservation in income-eligible, multifamily, single dwellings, even including manufactured homes.
Emergency Repair Program (ERP)
The Kansas Emergency Repair Program will assist homeowners with providing emergency repairs of existing owner-occupied homes and family units to help enable residents to maintain a safe environment in their home. Some of the examples of emergency repairs provided are a faulty furnace, inoperable furnace, unsafe electrical wiring and plumbing, leaking roof, hazardous structural conditions, etc.
Kansas Energy Efficiency Program (KEEP)
The Kansas Energy Efficiency Program will provide low interest loans and aid to qualified Kansas homeowners to help them make improvements to their homes that will increase energy efficiency. The KEEP program has no income restrictions.
Find how to get aid and assistance in all counties and cities located in Kansas, including Wichita and Overland Park.
Assistance Programs
Child Care Subsidy Program
Helps pay for child care bills. It will assist many types of families, including lower-income, working families, families that are in education or training activities, and it will also help teen parents who are completing their high school degree or GED. 1-888-369-4777
Kansas HealthWave (State Children Health Insurance & Medicaid)
Provides health insurance and help with medical expenses to children and young adults in Kansas. Premiums of HealthWave will range from $0-$30 per month per family, and there are no copays or deductibles that are needed to be paid for HealthWave. (785) 296-3981
General Assistance (GA)
This program provides cash grant benefits to people who are disabled. The program will only assist those who do not qualify for other federal or state assistance programs.
Successful Families Program
Provides assistance services for lower income families. Services provided include cash assistance grants, the program will help adults with finding a job, and it will also provide support services for training, work, work activities, and education. Debt consolidation and assistance programs may also be offered. More. 1-888-369-4777
Food Stamp Program
This assistance program offers food assistance to struggling families and lower income families and individuals to help them buy food from the local grocery store. This aid program also is intended to provide these lower income households with access to a healthy, nutritious diet.
Kansas Rent Assistance Programs
The Tenant Based Rental Assistance will provide families and individuals with housing aid. It provides up to two years of rent subsidies. In addition, qualified individuals can get funds for paying utility bill as well as security and utility deposits. Read more.
Kansas Free Legal Aid
There are some options and programs available to Kansas residents that will provide them with free legal advice and assistance. Services are offered across the state. Read more.
Foreclosure and Housing Counseling
Find a listing of government certified non-profit housing counseling agencies that can provide homeowners with numerous foreclosure assistance programs and advice. Learn more.
Free Food in Kansas
Contact or stop by a non-profit food bank, pantry, or distribution center in the state. Dozens of nonprofit organizations help tens of thousands of Kansas families and individuals each and every month. Continue.
Kansas Health Care Clinics
Get information on phone numbers and the locations of free community clinics in Kansas. These locations provide a wide variety of medical care, health services, medications, and other support to people who need help. Click here.
Kansas patients can also contact a clinic for free or low cost dental care. Read more on the dental centers located throughout Kansas.
Energy Bills
There are several different programs in place that can help families and individuals in Kansas pay their utility bills. Get more information on Kansas energy bill assistance programs.
Assistance From Kansas Cities and Counties
Allen County (Iola)
Anderson County (Garnett)
Bourbon County (Fort Scott)
Butler County (El Dorado)
Chase County (Cottonwood Falls)
Chautauqua County (Sedan)
Cherokee County (Columbus)
Coffey County (Burlington)
Cowley County (Winfield)
Crawford County (Girard)
Douglas County (Lawrence)
Elk County (Howard)
Franklin County (Ottawa)
Greenwood County (Eureka)
Johnson County (Olathe)
Labette County (Oswego)
Leavenworth County
Linn County (Mound City)
Lyon County (Emporia)
Montgomery County (Independence)
Neosho County (Erie)
Riley County (Manhattan)
Sedgwick County (Wichita)
Saline County (Salina)
Shawnee County (Topeka)
Wilson County (Fredonia)
Woodson County (Yates Center)
Wyandotte County (Kansas City)
Kansas Energy Bill Assistance
In addition to the services and resources listed below, click here to find contact information, phone numbers, and additional heating and utility bill programs.
HeatShare
Provides help paying cooling and heating bills throughout Kansas. Grants may also be for emergency repairs and replacement of air conditioners, furnaces, hot water heaters, doors, windows and other energy related equipment.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)
This is a federally funded program that is run by the state. It will help qualified households pay a portion of their home energy and heating bills by providing them assistance in the form of a one-time per year benefit.
Weatherization Assistance Program(WAP)
The Weatherization Assistance Program will provide improvements to homes that increase energy efficiency and conservation in income-eligible, multifamily, single dwellings, even including manufactured homes.
Emergency Repair Program (ERP)
The Kansas Emergency Repair Program will assist homeowners with providing emergency repairs of existing owner-occupied homes and family units to help enable residents to maintain a safe environment in their home. Some of the examples of emergency repairs provided are a faulty furnace, inoperable furnace, unsafe electrical wiring and plumbing, leaking roof, hazardous structural conditions, etc.
Kansas Energy Efficiency Program (KEEP)
The Kansas Energy Efficiency Program will provide low interest loans and aid to qualified Kansas homeowners to help them make improvements to their homes that will increase energy efficiency. The KEEP program has no income restrictions.
Oct 8, 2011
Iowa Aid and Assistance Programs
How to obtain assistance, aid and grants in all cities and counties in Iowa, including Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.
Assistance Programs
Operation Round Up
Most of Iowa's gas and utility companies are in this program. Funds and cash grants are available to help families in need of help. The grants provided can be used to pay rent, grocery bills, utility bills, shelter, clothing, medical bills, and medical needs. More on Operation Round Up.
Mortgage Assistance Programs
The state of Iowa created several programs back in 2007 that provide mortgage help to people who are struggling with their mortgage payments or who may be facing a foreclosure. Click here to learn more.
In addition, the state created a voluntary foreclosure mediation program that will help borrowers and homeowners meet with a neutral third party to find a solution. Learn more.
Various non-profit organizations across Iowa also offer housing and foreclosure solutions. Continue.
Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (Hawk-i)
This aid program provides free or heavily discounted healthcare insurance coverage for low-income families to help them pay medical bills and debt. It helps those families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid but do not make enough to afford private insurance. 1-800-257-8563
Child Care Assistance (CCA)
This can help pay for child care bills and expenses for lower income families if the parent or guardian is working, training for a job, or pursuing education. 1-800- 972-2017
Food Assistance
This program promotes the general welfare of lower income individuals and families by raising their levels of nutrition to avoid malnutrition and hunger.
Family Investment Program (FIP)
This is Iowa's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program. FIP will provide cash grants to needy families as those families become self-supporting so that the children may be cared for in their own homes or in the homes of relatives. Contact your local Iowa County Department of Human Services.
Promise Jobs
This program will assist with training services and work for people in families eligible for FIP cash assistance. Education and training, among other services, are offered. (866) 227-9874
Iowa Rent Assistance
The federal government Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program provided Iowa with funds that allowed the state to create a program called Iowa Rental Help which will help thousands of families maintain or acquire an affordable rental home. Read more.
Iowa Medication Voucher Program
This program is being created by the Iowa Prescription Drug Corporation. The program will help eligible lower and moderate income Iowans pay for various medications such as those for high blood pressure, depression, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, and pregnancy prenatal care. The program will pay for tens of thousands of prescription medicines. 1-866-282-5817
Embrace Iowa
A program that is sponsored by the Des Moines Register. It will assist Iowans who need immediate financial assistance for paying bills if they are unable to receive help through other existing programs. 515.447.4222. Read more.
Free Health Care from Clinics
With about twenty percent of the population lacking health insurance, and many more classified as low income, clinics are a great option for medical care. Learn more on Iowa community clinics.
Dental services, check ups, and care
Various clinics, per above, help with medical and general health care needs. However a number of other dental centers focus on providing free or low cost dental assistance. Continue.
Iowa Food Assistance and Banks
Hundreds of centers operate across the state and provide free food and perishable items to people who need help. The facilities are determined to reduce or eliminate hunger across Iowa, and mostly are private, non-profit organizations. Click here.
Heating and Energy Bills
Iowa families and individuals have several different assistance programs available to them that can help them pay their energy bills. Some are offered by the government, but most are administered directly by the utility companies. Read more.
Assistance From Iowa Cities and Counties
Black Hawk County (Waterloo)
Cass County (Atlantic)
Cerro Gordo County (Mason City)
Crawford County (Denison)
Des Moines
Dubuque
Emmet County (Estherville)
Fremont County (Sidney)
Harrison County (Logan)
Jasper County (Newton)
Linn County (Cedar Rapids)
Fremont County, Harrison County, Mills County, Montgomery County, Monona County, Shelby County. More.
Mills County (Glenwood)
Monona County (Onawa)
Montgomery County (Red Oak)
Muscatine County
Page County (Clarinda)
Polk County (Des Moines)
Pottawattamie County (Council Bluffs)
Scott County (Davenport)
Shelby County (Harlan)
Sioux County (Orange City)
Woodbury County (Sioux City)
Iowa Heating and Energy Bill Programs
Find how to get help for paying energy bills. Get information on Iowa utility assistance programs.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
WAP was established to help reduce the cooling and heating bills for low income persons, particularly the disabled, elderly, and children. The goal of the program is to improve the energy efficiency of their homes.
The Black Hills Cares Energy Assistance Program
This assistance program provides funds to help those people in need with paying their energy bills or emergency energy-related expenses, such as furnace repairs.
Iowa Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The program will aid eligible households in the payment of a part of their heating bills. The program has an energy crisis intervention component that is designed to provide immediate assistance to address potentially life-threatening situations. The client education part of the LIHEAP program provides grants for activities that promote energy awareness, encourage regular utility payments, and also encourage saving energy through energy efficiency and homeowner education.
MidAmerican Energy's I CARE program
I CARE will help local community action agencies with providing financial assistance for home heating bills and home weatherization.
ReCare
Most utility and gas companies offer this program. Funds are distributed to help pay winter heating bills and to also assist in weatherization improvements of low-income consumers' homes.
How to obtain assistance, aid and grants in all cities and counties in Iowa, including Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.
Assistance Programs
Operation Round Up
Most of Iowa's gas and utility companies are in this program. Funds and cash grants are available to help families in need of help. The grants provided can be used to pay rent, grocery bills, utility bills, shelter, clothing, medical bills, and medical needs. More on Operation Round Up.
Mortgage Assistance Programs
The state of Iowa created several programs back in 2007 that provide mortgage help to people who are struggling with their mortgage payments or who may be facing a foreclosure. Click here to learn more.
In addition, the state created a voluntary foreclosure mediation program that will help borrowers and homeowners meet with a neutral third party to find a solution. Learn more.
Various non-profit organizations across Iowa also offer housing and foreclosure solutions. Continue.
Healthy and Well Kids in Iowa (Hawk-i)
This aid program provides free or heavily discounted healthcare insurance coverage for low-income families to help them pay medical bills and debt. It helps those families that earn too much to qualify for Medicaid but do not make enough to afford private insurance. 1-800-257-8563
Child Care Assistance (CCA)
This can help pay for child care bills and expenses for lower income families if the parent or guardian is working, training for a job, or pursuing education. 1-800- 972-2017
Food Assistance
This program promotes the general welfare of lower income individuals and families by raising their levels of nutrition to avoid malnutrition and hunger.
Family Investment Program (FIP)
This is Iowa's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program. FIP will provide cash grants to needy families as those families become self-supporting so that the children may be cared for in their own homes or in the homes of relatives. Contact your local Iowa County Department of Human Services.
Promise Jobs
This program will assist with training services and work for people in families eligible for FIP cash assistance. Education and training, among other services, are offered. (866) 227-9874
Iowa Rent Assistance
The federal government Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program provided Iowa with funds that allowed the state to create a program called Iowa Rental Help which will help thousands of families maintain or acquire an affordable rental home. Read more.
Iowa Medication Voucher Program
This program is being created by the Iowa Prescription Drug Corporation. The program will help eligible lower and moderate income Iowans pay for various medications such as those for high blood pressure, depression, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, and pregnancy prenatal care. The program will pay for tens of thousands of prescription medicines. 1-866-282-5817
Embrace Iowa
A program that is sponsored by the Des Moines Register. It will assist Iowans who need immediate financial assistance for paying bills if they are unable to receive help through other existing programs. 515.447.4222. Read more.
Free Health Care from Clinics
With about twenty percent of the population lacking health insurance, and many more classified as low income, clinics are a great option for medical care. Learn more on Iowa community clinics.
Dental services, check ups, and care
Various clinics, per above, help with medical and general health care needs. However a number of other dental centers focus on providing free or low cost dental assistance. Continue.
Iowa Food Assistance and Banks
Hundreds of centers operate across the state and provide free food and perishable items to people who need help. The facilities are determined to reduce or eliminate hunger across Iowa, and mostly are private, non-profit organizations. Click here.
Heating and Energy Bills
Iowa families and individuals have several different assistance programs available to them that can help them pay their energy bills. Some are offered by the government, but most are administered directly by the utility companies. Read more.
Assistance From Iowa Cities and Counties
Black Hawk County (Waterloo)
Cass County (Atlantic)
Cerro Gordo County (Mason City)
Crawford County (Denison)
Des Moines
Dubuque
Emmet County (Estherville)
Fremont County (Sidney)
Harrison County (Logan)
Jasper County (Newton)
Linn County (Cedar Rapids)
Fremont County, Harrison County, Mills County, Montgomery County, Monona County, Shelby County. More.
Mills County (Glenwood)
Monona County (Onawa)
Montgomery County (Red Oak)
Muscatine County
Page County (Clarinda)
Polk County (Des Moines)
Pottawattamie County (Council Bluffs)
Scott County (Davenport)
Shelby County (Harlan)
Sioux County (Orange City)
Woodbury County (Sioux City)
Iowa Heating and Energy Bill Programs
Find how to get help for paying energy bills. Get information on Iowa utility assistance programs.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
WAP was established to help reduce the cooling and heating bills for low income persons, particularly the disabled, elderly, and children. The goal of the program is to improve the energy efficiency of their homes.
The Black Hills Cares Energy Assistance Program
This assistance program provides funds to help those people in need with paying their energy bills or emergency energy-related expenses, such as furnace repairs.
Iowa Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The program will aid eligible households in the payment of a part of their heating bills. The program has an energy crisis intervention component that is designed to provide immediate assistance to address potentially life-threatening situations. The client education part of the LIHEAP program provides grants for activities that promote energy awareness, encourage regular utility payments, and also encourage saving energy through energy efficiency and homeowner education.
MidAmerican Energy's I CARE program
I CARE will help local community action agencies with providing financial assistance for home heating bills and home weatherization.
ReCare
Most utility and gas companies offer this program. Funds are distributed to help pay winter heating bills and to also assist in weatherization improvements of low-income consumers' homes.
Oct 8, 2011
Indiana Assistance Programs
How to find assistance, grants, and help in Indiana. Aid is available in all cities and counties including Indianapolis and Fort Wayne.
Assistance Programs
Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP)
HIP is a health insurance plan for uninsured Hoosier adults between the ages of 19-64. Some of the services this plan provides includes a basic commercial health care benefits package once annual medical costs exceed $1,100. It also provides for coverage for preventive services up to $500 a year at no cost to the plan participants. This is a great plan to help pay medical bills and debt. 1-877-438-4479
Indiana State Law Calls for "Poor Relief"
Legislation has been in effect in Indiana since 1894 that requires that Indiana's 1,000+ towns and townships to provide "poor relief" to citizens. This relief can include many things, such as rent help, housing, food, utility assistance, and medical assistance. Contact your local town government and ask them about the law.
Hoosier Healthwise
Hoosier Healthwise is free or low-cost health insurance plan pregnant women, children, and low-income working families. This plan will pay for medical bills and health care expenses. (317) 232-4946
Hoosier Rx
A State Pharmaceutical Assistance Program that will help pay the monthly Part D premium for seniors. More ways to get prescription drug assistance. 1-866-267-4679
Free Prescription Drug Card
The free Indiana drug card will provide free drug cards to all state of Indiana residents, and if people use the card at their local pharmacy, the card will provide substantial pharmacy discounts on prescription drugs and medicines. Thousands of pharmacies across the state will accept the card. Find additional ways to get help with medical bills. Continue.
Indiana Manpower and Comprehensive Training (IMPACT)
This program will provide services that are designed to help recipients of Food Stamps and TANF obtain economic self-sufficiency through
•training
•education
•job search and placement activities
•Contact the Local Office of Family and Children in your county
Indiana Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)
Program that provides financial assistance for individuals and families who are working or enrolled in school.
Indiana's Food Stamp Program
This aid program was designed to raise the nutritional level of low income households in Indiana.
Consolidate Debts, Advice for Personal Loans, and Budgeting
Find a listing of credit counselors and organization to call for help. The locations listed will be non-profits and can offer help for paying bills, debts, and other loans. More Indiana credit counseling services.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
TANF is an assistance program that provides cash grants, aid, and various supportive services to assist the Indiana family and help families become economic self-sufficient.
Indiana Foreclosure Help and Mortgage Assistance
Locate Indiana organizations and programs that can help you with paying your mortgage. Continue.
Also, there are many non-profit agencies that are HUD approved. These locations are another resource for Indiana homeowners. Read more.
Free Legal Aid
Read about programs that offer free legal assistance and representation to needy individuals in Indiana. Non-profit law firms can help people deal with civic legal cases. Learn more.
Children's Special Health Care Services
This is a supplemental health care program that will assist Indiana families of children with chronic, serious medical conditions pay for bills and debts that are from the treatment related to their child's condition. 1-800-475-1355
Free Health Care
The Indiana agency known as Community Health Centers provides free medical and health care to people across the state, regardless of their income. Get more information on free health care in Indiana.
In addition to the community centers, many other locations focus on providing dental care to Indiana families. They can provide assistance at no cost, or reduced rates, to those in need. Click here.
Free Food in Indiana
State residents can contact a food bank or pantry for groceries, free food, and other forms of non-monetary assistance. Click here to find locations.
Energy Bill Assistance
Get access to and learn about several different utility and heating assistance programs in Indiana. More.
Assistance From Indiana Cities and Counties
Adams County (Decatur)
Allen County (Lola)
Bartholomew County (Columbus)
Benton County (Fowler)
Blackford County (Hartford City)
Clark County (Jeffersonville)
Clay County (Brazil)
Dearborn County (Lawrenceburg)
DeKalb County (Decatur)
Delaware and Blackford Counties
Dubois County (Jasper)
Elkhart County (Goshen)
Floyd County (New Albany)
Fountain County (Covington)
Franklin County (Brookville)
Grant County (Marion)
Hamilton County (Noblesville)
Hancock County (Greenfield)
Hendricks County (Danville)
Howard County (Kokomo)
Huntington County
Indianapolis-Marion County
•Indianapolis non-profits that specialize in rental assistance. Click here.
•Health care from Marion County community clinics.
Fort Wayne
Jay County (Portland)
Kosciusko County (Warsaw)
Lake County (Crown Point)
La Porte County
Lawrence County (Bedford)
Madison County (Anderson)
Martin County (Shoals)
Montgomery County (Crawfordsville)
Monroe County (Bloomington)
Morgan County (Martinsville)
Noble County (Albion)
Ohio County (Rising Sun)
Orange County (Paoli)
Parke County (Rockville)
Pike County (Petersburg)
Porter County (Valparaiso)
Ripley County (Versailles)
St. Joseph County (South Bend)
Switzerland County (Vevay)
Tippecanoe County (Lafayette)
Vanderburgh County (Evansville)
Vermillion County (Newport)
Vigo County (Terre Haute)
Wane County (Richmond)
Warren County (Williamsport)
Warrick County (Boonville)
Washington County (Salem)
Indiana Heating and Utility Bill Assistance
Most utility and energy companies provide some form of financial assistance to help the low income and other qualified individuals pay their bills. More on Indiana utility bill assistance programs.
Citizens Energy Oil Heat Program
In partnership with the oil company CITGO, Citizens Energy provides free and discounted heating oil to thousands of households. They work closely with numerous fuel assistance agencies and heating oil dealers in about 17 states to provide deliveries of home free heating oil to those who need aid.
Universal Service Program (USP)
Customers in need will receive a reduction on their utility bills of between 9 and 32 percent. This discount is in addition to any LIHEAP benefits they are receiving.
Indiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This program will help lower income and elderly families pay their heating bills. Assistance is available from the federal government.
Winter Assistance Fund
This assistance provides financial assistance and help with bills to Indiana families who are not eligible for any other energy assistance programs.
Indiana Winter Warmth Assistance Program
Participants in this assistance program will automatically receive lower heating bills in addition to LIHEAP benefits. For Citizens' customers, the monthly heating bill reductions can range anywhere from 10 percent to 25 percent of their total monthly heating bill. For qualifying Vectren customers, monthly heating bill reductions can be from 15 to 30 percent of their total bill.
Under NIPSCO's Winter Warmth Assistance program, homeowners can also receive up to about $450 annually in help and the eligibility for aid has now includes those with lower incomes and those who may be experiencing a financial hardship.
How to find assistance, grants, and help in Indiana. Aid is available in all cities and counties including Indianapolis and Fort Wayne.
Assistance Programs
Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP)
HIP is a health insurance plan for uninsured Hoosier adults between the ages of 19-64. Some of the services this plan provides includes a basic commercial health care benefits package once annual medical costs exceed $1,100. It also provides for coverage for preventive services up to $500 a year at no cost to the plan participants. This is a great plan to help pay medical bills and debt. 1-877-438-4479
Indiana State Law Calls for "Poor Relief"
Legislation has been in effect in Indiana since 1894 that requires that Indiana's 1,000+ towns and townships to provide "poor relief" to citizens. This relief can include many things, such as rent help, housing, food, utility assistance, and medical assistance. Contact your local town government and ask them about the law.
Hoosier Healthwise
Hoosier Healthwise is free or low-cost health insurance plan pregnant women, children, and low-income working families. This plan will pay for medical bills and health care expenses. (317) 232-4946
Hoosier Rx
A State Pharmaceutical Assistance Program that will help pay the monthly Part D premium for seniors. More ways to get prescription drug assistance. 1-866-267-4679
Free Prescription Drug Card
The free Indiana drug card will provide free drug cards to all state of Indiana residents, and if people use the card at their local pharmacy, the card will provide substantial pharmacy discounts on prescription drugs and medicines. Thousands of pharmacies across the state will accept the card. Find additional ways to get help with medical bills. Continue.
Indiana Manpower and Comprehensive Training (IMPACT)
This program will provide services that are designed to help recipients of Food Stamps and TANF obtain economic self-sufficiency through
•training
•education
•job search and placement activities
•Contact the Local Office of Family and Children in your county
Indiana Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)
Program that provides financial assistance for individuals and families who are working or enrolled in school.
Indiana's Food Stamp Program
This aid program was designed to raise the nutritional level of low income households in Indiana.
Consolidate Debts, Advice for Personal Loans, and Budgeting
Find a listing of credit counselors and organization to call for help. The locations listed will be non-profits and can offer help for paying bills, debts, and other loans. More Indiana credit counseling services.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
TANF is an assistance program that provides cash grants, aid, and various supportive services to assist the Indiana family and help families become economic self-sufficient.
Indiana Foreclosure Help and Mortgage Assistance
Locate Indiana organizations and programs that can help you with paying your mortgage. Continue.
Also, there are many non-profit agencies that are HUD approved. These locations are another resource for Indiana homeowners. Read more.
Free Legal Aid
Read about programs that offer free legal assistance and representation to needy individuals in Indiana. Non-profit law firms can help people deal with civic legal cases. Learn more.
Children's Special Health Care Services
This is a supplemental health care program that will assist Indiana families of children with chronic, serious medical conditions pay for bills and debts that are from the treatment related to their child's condition. 1-800-475-1355
Free Health Care
The Indiana agency known as Community Health Centers provides free medical and health care to people across the state, regardless of their income. Get more information on free health care in Indiana.
In addition to the community centers, many other locations focus on providing dental care to Indiana families. They can provide assistance at no cost, or reduced rates, to those in need. Click here.
Free Food in Indiana
State residents can contact a food bank or pantry for groceries, free food, and other forms of non-monetary assistance. Click here to find locations.
Energy Bill Assistance
Get access to and learn about several different utility and heating assistance programs in Indiana. More.
Assistance From Indiana Cities and Counties
Adams County (Decatur)
Allen County (Lola)
Bartholomew County (Columbus)
Benton County (Fowler)
Blackford County (Hartford City)
Clark County (Jeffersonville)
Clay County (Brazil)
Dearborn County (Lawrenceburg)
DeKalb County (Decatur)
Delaware and Blackford Counties
Dubois County (Jasper)
Elkhart County (Goshen)
Floyd County (New Albany)
Fountain County (Covington)
Franklin County (Brookville)
Grant County (Marion)
Hamilton County (Noblesville)
Hancock County (Greenfield)
Hendricks County (Danville)
Howard County (Kokomo)
Huntington County
Indianapolis-Marion County
•Indianapolis non-profits that specialize in rental assistance. Click here.
•Health care from Marion County community clinics.
Fort Wayne
Jay County (Portland)
Kosciusko County (Warsaw)
Lake County (Crown Point)
La Porte County
Lawrence County (Bedford)
Madison County (Anderson)
Martin County (Shoals)
Montgomery County (Crawfordsville)
Monroe County (Bloomington)
Morgan County (Martinsville)
Noble County (Albion)
Ohio County (Rising Sun)
Orange County (Paoli)
Parke County (Rockville)
Pike County (Petersburg)
Porter County (Valparaiso)
Ripley County (Versailles)
St. Joseph County (South Bend)
Switzerland County (Vevay)
Tippecanoe County (Lafayette)
Vanderburgh County (Evansville)
Vermillion County (Newport)
Vigo County (Terre Haute)
Wane County (Richmond)
Warren County (Williamsport)
Warrick County (Boonville)
Washington County (Salem)
Indiana Heating and Utility Bill Assistance
Most utility and energy companies provide some form of financial assistance to help the low income and other qualified individuals pay their bills. More on Indiana utility bill assistance programs.
Citizens Energy Oil Heat Program
In partnership with the oil company CITGO, Citizens Energy provides free and discounted heating oil to thousands of households. They work closely with numerous fuel assistance agencies and heating oil dealers in about 17 states to provide deliveries of home free heating oil to those who need aid.
Universal Service Program (USP)
Customers in need will receive a reduction on their utility bills of between 9 and 32 percent. This discount is in addition to any LIHEAP benefits they are receiving.
Indiana Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This program will help lower income and elderly families pay their heating bills. Assistance is available from the federal government.
Winter Assistance Fund
This assistance provides financial assistance and help with bills to Indiana families who are not eligible for any other energy assistance programs.
Indiana Winter Warmth Assistance Program
Participants in this assistance program will automatically receive lower heating bills in addition to LIHEAP benefits. For Citizens' customers, the monthly heating bill reductions can range anywhere from 10 percent to 25 percent of their total monthly heating bill. For qualifying Vectren customers, monthly heating bill reductions can be from 15 to 30 percent of their total bill.
Under NIPSCO's Winter Warmth Assistance program, homeowners can also receive up to about $450 annually in help and the eligibility for aid has now includes those with lower incomes and those who may be experiencing a financial hardship.
Oct 8, 2011
Illinois Assistance Programs.
Locate help and assistance in all Illinois cities and counties, including Chicago and Rockford. In addition to the state programs noted below, find organizations and charities in Illinois that may be able to provide you with help paying bills.
Assistance Programs
Access To Care
The Suburban Primary Healthcare Council provides very low cost health insurance to lower income, or uninsured residents of suburban Cook County and areas around northwest Chicago. 708.531.0680
DuPage Physician's Medical Assistance Program (DPMAP)
Provides financial assistance and help with prescription bills, medical supplies and health care fees for those living in DuPage County. 1-(800) 942-9412
Rental Housing Support Program
The state of Illinois Rental Housing Support assistance program is the nation's largest state rental assistance program and helps thousands of people pay their rent each month. The RHS program will provide rent grants and subsidies for thousands of low income Illinois residents. Find additional rent help.
Illinois Cares Rx Basic and Plus
This is a state-sponsored prescription plan that helps pay for medicines and drugs that Medicare Part D does not pay for. 1-800-226-0768
Nicor Gas Reconnect Assistance
This program was created specifically to help customers who can't afford to pay their bills and who have had their natural gas service disconnected. Learn more.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This program helps both families and pregnant women with one or more dependent children with temporary cash and also other benefits. The TANF aid can help pay for shelter, rent, food, utilities, heating bills, and expenses other than medical. (800) 843-6154
Get Free Health Care and Ways to Stop Medical Debt Collectors
Regulations and laws exist in Illinois that will stop both aggressive and illegal collection efforts from medical debt collectors. Fair pricing and coverage laws also ensure patients have access to free health care and competitive prices. Continue.
FamilyCare
Low cost, very affordable healthcare coverage for caregivers or parents who live with children under age 18. There are small co-pays and there is a low cost monthly premium. 1-877-204-1012
Debt Consolidation, Loan Repayment, and/or Credit Counseling
Homeowners and individuals in debt can get access to services from not-for profit credit counseling agencies. Many programs are offered at reduced prices or for free. Get a list of credit counseling agencies in Illinois.
All Kids (formerly KidCare and Medicaid)
All Kids is health insurance for Illinois children, to help families pay for medical bills, no matter what the family income is. 1-866-255-5437
Illinois Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
Illinois has various programs that will help families with keeping their mortgage current, and they can help those in need avoid foreclosure. More.
Find an extensive listing of HUD counseling agencies in Illinois. They can provide homeowners with foreclosure and mortgage programs.
Legal Aid in Illinois
Non-profit law firms and lawyers throughout the state offer Illinois residents with free legal assistance and services. Click here to read more.
General Assistance (GA)
This program provides families and people with money and grants and also limited medical care to help take care of themselves if they do not qualify for other cash programs administered by the Department of Human Services (DHS). If a person has children and the family is not eligible for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) aid, the family might qualify for GA Family and Children Assistance (GA-FCA).
Medical Assistance
If you and your family are eligible for medical assistance from Medicaid through Illinois, you will have two basic decisions to make on how your health care will be delivered. Find more ways to get help with medical bills and debt.
•Fee-For-Service
•If you decide on the regular fee-for-service medical aid program, you need to find your own clinic or doctor that will accept Medicaid clients.
•Managed Care
•If you choose the managed care plan to help with medical bills, you and your family will receive their standard, basic health care through a primary care doctor that is associated with an accepted managed care plan.
Food Stamp Program
The Food Stamp Grant Program will help lower income people and families in Illinois buy the food they need for good health. Most households that have a low income can get food stamp benefits.
Child Care Assistance Program
The Illinois Child Care Assistance Program will help provide working as well as low-income families with access to affordable and high quality child care. The program also provides grants to help pay child care bills. 1-800-843-6154
Free Food Banks
Hundreds of food banks throughout Illinois provide free or low cost food, groceries, and other non-financial support to residents of the state. These are in addition to programs offered in your county below. Learn more.
Illinois Community Clinics and Health Care Centers
Families and individuals who are either low income, or who have no or limited health insurance may be able to get help from community clinics. These centers offer numerous medical and dental services to Illinois residents. More on Illinois community clinics.
The low income, people with no or limited health insurance, or patients facing a hardship may be able to qualify for low priced or free dental care from clinics in the state. Click here.
Locate help and assistance in all Illinois cities and counties, including Chicago and Rockford. In addition to the state programs noted below, find organizations and charities in Illinois that may be able to provide you with help paying bills.
Assistance Programs
Access To Care
The Suburban Primary Healthcare Council provides very low cost health insurance to lower income, or uninsured residents of suburban Cook County and areas around northwest Chicago. 708.531.0680
DuPage Physician's Medical Assistance Program (DPMAP)
Provides financial assistance and help with prescription bills, medical supplies and health care fees for those living in DuPage County. 1-(800) 942-9412
Rental Housing Support Program
The state of Illinois Rental Housing Support assistance program is the nation's largest state rental assistance program and helps thousands of people pay their rent each month. The RHS program will provide rent grants and subsidies for thousands of low income Illinois residents. Find additional rent help.
Illinois Cares Rx Basic and Plus
This is a state-sponsored prescription plan that helps pay for medicines and drugs that Medicare Part D does not pay for. 1-800-226-0768
Nicor Gas Reconnect Assistance
This program was created specifically to help customers who can't afford to pay their bills and who have had their natural gas service disconnected. Learn more.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This program helps both families and pregnant women with one or more dependent children with temporary cash and also other benefits. The TANF aid can help pay for shelter, rent, food, utilities, heating bills, and expenses other than medical. (800) 843-6154
Get Free Health Care and Ways to Stop Medical Debt Collectors
Regulations and laws exist in Illinois that will stop both aggressive and illegal collection efforts from medical debt collectors. Fair pricing and coverage laws also ensure patients have access to free health care and competitive prices. Continue.
FamilyCare
Low cost, very affordable healthcare coverage for caregivers or parents who live with children under age 18. There are small co-pays and there is a low cost monthly premium. 1-877-204-1012
Debt Consolidation, Loan Repayment, and/or Credit Counseling
Homeowners and individuals in debt can get access to services from not-for profit credit counseling agencies. Many programs are offered at reduced prices or for free. Get a list of credit counseling agencies in Illinois.
All Kids (formerly KidCare and Medicaid)
All Kids is health insurance for Illinois children, to help families pay for medical bills, no matter what the family income is. 1-866-255-5437
Illinois Mortgage Help and Foreclosure Assistance
Illinois has various programs that will help families with keeping their mortgage current, and they can help those in need avoid foreclosure. More.
Find an extensive listing of HUD counseling agencies in Illinois. They can provide homeowners with foreclosure and mortgage programs.
Legal Aid in Illinois
Non-profit law firms and lawyers throughout the state offer Illinois residents with free legal assistance and services. Click here to read more.
General Assistance (GA)
This program provides families and people with money and grants and also limited medical care to help take care of themselves if they do not qualify for other cash programs administered by the Department of Human Services (DHS). If a person has children and the family is not eligible for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) aid, the family might qualify for GA Family and Children Assistance (GA-FCA).
Medical Assistance
If you and your family are eligible for medical assistance from Medicaid through Illinois, you will have two basic decisions to make on how your health care will be delivered. Find more ways to get help with medical bills and debt.
•Fee-For-Service
•If you decide on the regular fee-for-service medical aid program, you need to find your own clinic or doctor that will accept Medicaid clients.
•Managed Care
•If you choose the managed care plan to help with medical bills, you and your family will receive their standard, basic health care through a primary care doctor that is associated with an accepted managed care plan.
Food Stamp Program
The Food Stamp Grant Program will help lower income people and families in Illinois buy the food they need for good health. Most households that have a low income can get food stamp benefits.
Child Care Assistance Program
The Illinois Child Care Assistance Program will help provide working as well as low-income families with access to affordable and high quality child care. The program also provides grants to help pay child care bills. 1-800-843-6154
Free Food Banks
Hundreds of food banks throughout Illinois provide free or low cost food, groceries, and other non-financial support to residents of the state. These are in addition to programs offered in your county below. Learn more.
Illinois Community Clinics and Health Care Centers
Families and individuals who are either low income, or who have no or limited health insurance may be able to get help from community clinics. These centers offer numerous medical and dental services to Illinois residents. More on Illinois community clinics.
The low income, people with no or limited health insurance, or patients facing a hardship may be able to qualify for low priced or free dental care from clinics in the state. Click here.
Oct 8, 2011
Idaho Aid and Assistance Programs
Find how to get help, grants, and assistance in all cities, counties and areas of Idaho including Boise.
Assistance Programs
CHIP
An assistance program that provides low or free health insurance to both working and non working families to help them pay medical bills.
Operation Roundup
This is an assistance program offered by many utility companies that can help both with utility bills and other bills. The aid from this program is used to address needs such as clothing, food, shelter, medical bill, utility bills, and education expenses, but help provided is not limited to just these categories.
Access Card
Assists families with buying health insurance for qualifying children. The Access Card is a premium medical assistance program that is administered in partnership with Idaho insurance carriers. idahohealth.org
Access to Health Insurance (AHI)
Helps employees of small businesses enroll in employer-sponsored insurance. It will also assist their families
Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP)
Helps lower income families in Idaho pay for child care. This program is for parents who either work or are attending school. (208) 455-7106
Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI)
The goals of TAFI program are to provide employment opportunities for families and to support and encourage both personal and family responsibility. This program focus requires more than government aid alone can or should provide. 208-334-5500
Foreclosure and Mortgage Programs
There are several different non-profits to contact in Idaho for foreclosure and mortgage help. These agencies help thousands of homeowners every year. Learn more on Idaho HUD agencies.
Idaho Clinics Provide Free Health Care
State residents, no matter their income, can turn to a free or low cost community or health care clinic. Dozens of centers operate across the state, and each center offers a wide variety of medical and/or dental care to people who need help. Read more.
A large number of dental centers and clinics operate across Idaho and provide a number of free or low cost services and assistance. Read more on Idaho dental clinics.
Legal Programs and Advice
Law firms and attorneys can provide pro-bono (free) advice to clients for dealing with a large number of legal issues and concerns. Read about how to get free legal advice in Idaho for such issues as housing, predatory loans, government programs, and family matters.
Food Pantries and Banks
Get the addresses and phone numbers of food banks and distribution centers that operate in Idaho. The locations provide free food, groceries, and maybe other forms of non-financial aid, such as clothing, to qualified low income residents. More information on Idaho food banks and pantries.
Energy Bill Assistance
Find where to go to and who to call for help with paying your energy and heating bills in Idaho. A large number of assistance programs can help the low income and other. Click here.
Assistance From Idaho Cities and Counties
Ada County (Boise)
Bannock County (Pocatello)
Bear Lake (Paris)
Bingham County (Blackfoot)
Blaine County (Hailey)
Bonneville County (Idaho Falls)
Camas County (Fairfield)
Canyon County (Caldwell)
Caribou County (Soda Springs)
Cassia County (Burley)
Franklin County (Preston)
Gooding County
Jerome County
Kootenai County (Coeur d Alene)
Lincoln County (Shoshone)
Minidoka County (Rupert)
Oneida County (Malad City)
Power County (American Falls)
Twin Falls County
Idaho Energy Bill Assistance
Most of the utility companies in Idaho offer grants and financial aid. Several non-profits may also be able to assist. Find who to call for Idaho utility assistance.
Low Interest Energy Loans
Low interest loans are provided to help pay for energy saving improvements that can help lower Idaho families utility and heating bills.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This is federally funded energy program ion which the goal is to help eligible households pay their home heating and utility bills. The LIHEAP program in Idaho helps tens of thousands of families every year help pay all types of energy bills.
Idaho Weatherization Assistance Program
This program provides measures to lower income households that will assist them with improving energy efficiency and decrease energy bills. The assistance program is available year-round to both renters and home owners.
Find how to get help, grants, and assistance in all cities, counties and areas of Idaho including Boise.
Assistance Programs
CHIP
An assistance program that provides low or free health insurance to both working and non working families to help them pay medical bills.
Operation Roundup
This is an assistance program offered by many utility companies that can help both with utility bills and other bills. The aid from this program is used to address needs such as clothing, food, shelter, medical bill, utility bills, and education expenses, but help provided is not limited to just these categories.
Access Card
Assists families with buying health insurance for qualifying children. The Access Card is a premium medical assistance program that is administered in partnership with Idaho insurance carriers. idahohealth.org
Access to Health Insurance (AHI)
Helps employees of small businesses enroll in employer-sponsored insurance. It will also assist their families
Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP)
Helps lower income families in Idaho pay for child care. This program is for parents who either work or are attending school. (208) 455-7106
Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI)
The goals of TAFI program are to provide employment opportunities for families and to support and encourage both personal and family responsibility. This program focus requires more than government aid alone can or should provide. 208-334-5500
Foreclosure and Mortgage Programs
There are several different non-profits to contact in Idaho for foreclosure and mortgage help. These agencies help thousands of homeowners every year. Learn more on Idaho HUD agencies.
Idaho Clinics Provide Free Health Care
State residents, no matter their income, can turn to a free or low cost community or health care clinic. Dozens of centers operate across the state, and each center offers a wide variety of medical and/or dental care to people who need help. Read more.
A large number of dental centers and clinics operate across Idaho and provide a number of free or low cost services and assistance. Read more on Idaho dental clinics.
Legal Programs and Advice
Law firms and attorneys can provide pro-bono (free) advice to clients for dealing with a large number of legal issues and concerns. Read about how to get free legal advice in Idaho for such issues as housing, predatory loans, government programs, and family matters.
Food Pantries and Banks
Get the addresses and phone numbers of food banks and distribution centers that operate in Idaho. The locations provide free food, groceries, and maybe other forms of non-financial aid, such as clothing, to qualified low income residents. More information on Idaho food banks and pantries.
Energy Bill Assistance
Find where to go to and who to call for help with paying your energy and heating bills in Idaho. A large number of assistance programs can help the low income and other. Click here.
Assistance From Idaho Cities and Counties
Ada County (Boise)
Bannock County (Pocatello)
Bear Lake (Paris)
Bingham County (Blackfoot)
Blaine County (Hailey)
Bonneville County (Idaho Falls)
Camas County (Fairfield)
Canyon County (Caldwell)
Caribou County (Soda Springs)
Cassia County (Burley)
Franklin County (Preston)
Gooding County
Jerome County
Kootenai County (Coeur d Alene)
Lincoln County (Shoshone)
Minidoka County (Rupert)
Oneida County (Malad City)
Power County (American Falls)
Twin Falls County
Idaho Energy Bill Assistance
Most of the utility companies in Idaho offer grants and financial aid. Several non-profits may also be able to assist. Find who to call for Idaho utility assistance.
Low Interest Energy Loans
Low interest loans are provided to help pay for energy saving improvements that can help lower Idaho families utility and heating bills.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This is federally funded energy program ion which the goal is to help eligible households pay their home heating and utility bills. The LIHEAP program in Idaho helps tens of thousands of families every year help pay all types of energy bills.
Idaho Weatherization Assistance Program
This program provides measures to lower income households that will assist them with improving energy efficiency and decrease energy bills. The assistance program is available year-round to both renters and home owners.
Oct 8, 2011
Georgia Assistance and Aid Programs.
Find how to get assistance in all cities and counties in Georgia, including Atlanta and Augusta. In addition to the assistance programs offered by the state of Georgia that you will find below, there are organizations and charities that can provide additional help. More.
Assistance Programs
Rent Assistance From Housing Choice Voucher Program
This is an assistance program that helps low income families and individuals with paying rent, and works with them to rent decent and safe dwelling units in the private rental market. The program helps maintain their rent payments at an affordable amount. (888) 858-6085. Find additional help with rent.
After School Services
Available for youth ages 6 through 19. The majority of youth served in this program come from low-and moderate income families. The primary components of after school and summer programs include academic enrichment activities, physical activity, health education, and teen employment opportunities.
PeachCare for Kids
This is a low cost or free health insurance program for children up to age of 19 to help families pay for medical bills and health care expenses. This plan is free for children under age six. 1-877-GA-PEACH
Subsidized Child Care - Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS)
This assistance program will help Georgia families pay for early childhood and school age care programs, and help pay for child care bills. State subsidized care is available for kids from the age birth to age 13, or up to age 18 if the children has special needs. 1-800-869-1150
Georgia Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This is the monthly cash assistance grant program intended for poor families with children under age 18. 1-800-869-1150
Medicaid
Medicaid is an aid program that will provide health care services to families and individuals that meet the requirements for income, citizenship, and resources.
Resources to Deal With Debts and Credit Services
A number of organizations can help residents try to reduce or get out of debt. Some programs are free or offered at a minimal fee. More on Georgia credit counseling.
Georgia Foreclosure Aid and Mortgage Help
Georgia has a foreclosure program that assist families with the foreclosure process. More.
In addition, find a listing of non-profit organizations in Georgia that are HUD approved, and that may be able to offer additional mortgage and foreclosure prevention solutions. Read more.
Free Legal Tips and Counseling
If you are a Georgia resident and have a civil case that you need legal advice for, there are ways to get help with your troubles. Click here to read more on legal assistance.
Georgia Food Stamp
This program will provides monthly benefits to low-income households that need help, and it will assist them with paying for the cost of food. A household may be a family, one person living alone, or several, unrelated individuals who are living together who routinely purchase and prepare their meals together. Anyone may apply for food stamp benefits. This aid program will help households that have limited resources and income. 1-800-869-1150
Low Cost or Free Health Care
Find information on clinics and other medical centers that provide health care to the low income and others. These are in addition to programs you can find in your county. Learn more on Georgia community clinics.
Dental care is also offered by other centers. Numerous services may be offered, including cleaning and preventative care, from free Georgia dental clinics. Read more.
Food Banks and Pantries
Numerous clinics and distribution centers operate across Georgia. They may be able to provide free or low cost food and groceries to the needy and low income. Click here.
Find how to get assistance in all cities and counties in Georgia, including Atlanta and Augusta. In addition to the assistance programs offered by the state of Georgia that you will find below, there are organizations and charities that can provide additional help. More.
Assistance Programs
Rent Assistance From Housing Choice Voucher Program
This is an assistance program that helps low income families and individuals with paying rent, and works with them to rent decent and safe dwelling units in the private rental market. The program helps maintain their rent payments at an affordable amount. (888) 858-6085. Find additional help with rent.
After School Services
Available for youth ages 6 through 19. The majority of youth served in this program come from low-and moderate income families. The primary components of after school and summer programs include academic enrichment activities, physical activity, health education, and teen employment opportunities.
PeachCare for Kids
This is a low cost or free health insurance program for children up to age of 19 to help families pay for medical bills and health care expenses. This plan is free for children under age six. 1-877-GA-PEACH
Subsidized Child Care - Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS)
This assistance program will help Georgia families pay for early childhood and school age care programs, and help pay for child care bills. State subsidized care is available for kids from the age birth to age 13, or up to age 18 if the children has special needs. 1-800-869-1150
Georgia Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This is the monthly cash assistance grant program intended for poor families with children under age 18. 1-800-869-1150
Medicaid
Medicaid is an aid program that will provide health care services to families and individuals that meet the requirements for income, citizenship, and resources.
Resources to Deal With Debts and Credit Services
A number of organizations can help residents try to reduce or get out of debt. Some programs are free or offered at a minimal fee. More on Georgia credit counseling.
Georgia Foreclosure Aid and Mortgage Help
Georgia has a foreclosure program that assist families with the foreclosure process. More.
In addition, find a listing of non-profit organizations in Georgia that are HUD approved, and that may be able to offer additional mortgage and foreclosure prevention solutions. Read more.
Free Legal Tips and Counseling
If you are a Georgia resident and have a civil case that you need legal advice for, there are ways to get help with your troubles. Click here to read more on legal assistance.
Georgia Food Stamp
This program will provides monthly benefits to low-income households that need help, and it will assist them with paying for the cost of food. A household may be a family, one person living alone, or several, unrelated individuals who are living together who routinely purchase and prepare their meals together. Anyone may apply for food stamp benefits. This aid program will help households that have limited resources and income. 1-800-869-1150
Low Cost or Free Health Care
Find information on clinics and other medical centers that provide health care to the low income and others. These are in addition to programs you can find in your county. Learn more on Georgia community clinics.
Dental care is also offered by other centers. Numerous services may be offered, including cleaning and preventative care, from free Georgia dental clinics. Read more.
Food Banks and Pantries
Numerous clinics and distribution centers operate across Georgia. They may be able to provide free or low cost food and groceries to the needy and low income. Click here.
Oct 8, 2011
Florida Assistance and Aid Programs
You can get help, grants, and assistance in all cities and counties of Florida, including Miami, Jacksonville, and Tampa Bay. In addition to the state programs listed below, you can also find organizations and charities in Florida that can provide you with help paying bills.
Assistance Programs
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
The goal of the Florida Department of Children and Families is to protect the vulnerable and to also promote strong and economically self-sufficient individuals and families, and to also advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Assistance programs offered include those listed below :
Florida Discount Drug Card
This is a discount card to help with medical bills. It provides eligible participants a discount on virtually all prescription drugs. Almost 5,000 pharmacies now accept the Florida Discount Drug Card. Dial 1-866-341-889, or find more ways to get free health care and help with medical bills. More.
Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing Program (EFAHP)
Provides a one-time cash grant payment to those families who face the loss of shelter or are totally without shelter because of not paying their rent or mortgage. It will also help families who have had household disasters such as flood, hurricane, fire, or other accidents. (850) 922-4691
Florida Health Care Access Program
This program will make quality, affordable health insurance and full access to health care available to Florida's almost 4 million uninsured residents. The six health insurance carriers that are in this plan currently offer over 20 health insurance products to Florida residents, and each health insurer offers at least two benefit options. They include a catastrophic plan with hospital coverage and a preventive care plan.
Florida KidCare
Florida KidCare is Florida's low cost health insurance plan for children under age 19 and who are not insured or under insured. 888-540-5437
Florida Foreclosure Assistance and Mortgage Help
The Florida state government has some ways to get help with your mortgage. Click here to find options.
In addition, the state of Florida has also created a new foreclosure mediation program.
Also, find a listing of non-profit housing counseling agencies that can provide mortgage and foreclosure solutions. Click here.
Food Stamp Program
Helps low-income Florida households to buy nutritious food. A food stamp household is normally a household, or group of people, that live together and that also buy food and prepare meals together. 1-866-762-2237
SUNCAP
The SUNCAP assistance program is a special Food Stamp Program that is for individuals who currently receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)
The TCA program will provides cash assistance and grants to those families that have children under the age of 18 or under the age of 19 if they are full time secondary school students. The children must also meet the technical, asset, and income requirements. This aid program helps families become self-supporting while also allowing children to remain in their own homes. In addition, pregnant women may also receive TCA assistance, either in the 6th month of pregnancy if unable to work, or in the 9th month of pregnancy. Parents, minor siblings, and children who live together must apply together.
Homeless and Rescue Missions
There are numerous rescue missions in Florida that can assist the homeless, the very low income, and those on the verge of homelessness. Click here for more information.
Florida Lifeline Assistance Program
Receive free phone or cellular service. The Lifeline program provides either a $13.50 credit per month on a phone land line bill or it will provide approximately 60 free cellphone minutes per month. Safelink offers this service in Florida. Almost 600,000 families participate in the program. 1-800-342-3552
Foreclosure Prevention
The organization Home Foreclosure Fighter provides Florida residents loan modification proposals. There is no obligation and the proposals are free.
Avoid Foreclosure. Modify Your Mortgage. Free Proposals. No Obligation.
Free Legal Aid
Find information on non-profit law firms in Florida that provide free civil legal services for low to moderate income families throughout the state. Read more.
Medicaid
A program that will provide medical coverage and grants to lower income families and individuals. The state of Florida and federal government both share the expenses and costs of the Medicaid program. DCF determines Medicaid eligibility for:
•Low income families with children
•Pregnant women
•Children only
•Non-citizens with medical emergencies and bills
•Aged and/or disabled families or individuals not currently receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Debt Reduction, Credit and Housing Counseling Services in Florida
Find information on, and a listing of, government certified non-profit credit and housing counselors. Various organizations offer assistance in dealing with debts and credit issues. More Florida debt and credit counseling.
Community Clinics and Health Care Centers
Get information on where to turn to for free or low cost health care in Florida. Read more.
In addition to the clinics that can help with medical care, additional locations provide free dental services, such as cleaning, to those who need aid. Get information on dental clinics in Florida.
Food Banks and Pantries
While clicking on your county below will provide you with information on free food and other financial assistance programs, there are some food banks in place as well. More on Florida food banks.
Assistance From Florida Cities and Counties
In addition to the programs offered at the county level, find a comprehensive list of Florida utility bill assistance programs.
Alachua County and Newberry
•Newberry focused services and resources
Bay County (Panama City)
Brevard County (Titusville)
•Palm Bay agencies and services
Broward County (Fort Lauderdale)
•Fort Lauderdale focused agencies and resources
•Broward and Fort Lauderdale foreclosure prevention.
•Food banks in Broward County. More.
•Rent assistance programs in Broward County.
Calhoun County (Blountstown)
Charlotte County (Punta Gorda)
Citrus County (Inverness)
Clay County (Green Cove Springs)
Collier County (Naples)
Columbia County (Lake City)
Dade County (Miami)
•Foreclosure prevention program in Dade County
•Miami rental assistance agencies
•Miami city assistance programs
•Free health and dental centers in Miami. Read more.
DeSoto County program to delay foreclosures (Arcadia)
Duval County (Jacksonville)
•Jacksonville specific programs to help with bills
•Organizations that focus on rent help in Jacksonville
Escambia County (Pensacola)
Flagler County (Bunnell)
Franklin County (Apalachicola)
Gadsen County (Quincy)
Hernando County (Brooksville)
Highlands County (Sebring)
Hillsborough County (Tampa Bay)
•Food pantries in Hillsborough.
Indian River County (Vero Beach)
Jackson County (Marianna)
Lake County (Tavares)
Lee County (Fort Myers)
Leon County (Tallahassee)
Levy County (Bronson)
Marion County (Ocala)
Manatee County (Bradenton)
Martin County (Stuart)
Monroe County (Key West)
Nassau County (Fernandina Beach)
Okaloosa County (Crestview)
Orange County (Orlando)
•Programs and resources focused on Orlando
Osceola County (Kissimmee)
Palm Beach County (West Palm Beach)
•Agencies that specialize in Palm Beach rent assistance.
Pasco County (Dade City)
Pinellas County (Clearwater)
•St. Petersburg and Pinellas rent focused programs.
•Pinellas County food pantries.
Polk County (Bartow)
Putnam County (Palatka)
Santa Rosa County (Milton)
Sarasota County
Sarasota County - foreclosure assistance
Seminole County (Sanford)
St. Johns County (St. Augustine)
St. Lucie County (Fort Pierce)
Sumter County (Bushnell)
Volusia County (DeLand)
Walton County (Defuniak Springs)
Florida Energy Bill Program
Get more information on Florida utility bill assistance programs that are in addition to those noted below.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program will provide help through grants to local governments and also non-profit agencies. The funds are to assist eligible low-income households in meeting the costs of home heating and cooling bills. More on the Florida LIHEAP program.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The goal of this program is to lower the monthly energy burden and bills on lower income households by improving the energy efficiency and utility bill savings of the home. Types of assistance provided include.
•Fix or replace hot water heaters.
•Replace or repair inefficient heating and cooling units.
•Address air infiltration by improving weather stripping, thresholds, caulking, minor repairs to walls, ceilings and floors, and also door and window replacement.
•Install floor or attic insulation (floors in northern Florida counties only)
Operation Round Up
Most of Florida's utility companies participate in this program. Cash grants and funds can be distributed to struggling families. The money can be used for food, rent, shelter, clothing, medical bills, health needs, and utility bills.
Project Care and Project Share
Project Share funds will help pay for emergency energy-related costs, including electric, gas, or oil bills and also pay for the repair of vital heating or cooling equipment. Project Care are one time cash grants paid for utility expenses.
You can get help, grants, and assistance in all cities and counties of Florida, including Miami, Jacksonville, and Tampa Bay. In addition to the state programs listed below, you can also find organizations and charities in Florida that can provide you with help paying bills.
Assistance Programs
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
The goal of the Florida Department of Children and Families is to protect the vulnerable and to also promote strong and economically self-sufficient individuals and families, and to also advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Assistance programs offered include those listed below :
Florida Discount Drug Card
This is a discount card to help with medical bills. It provides eligible participants a discount on virtually all prescription drugs. Almost 5,000 pharmacies now accept the Florida Discount Drug Card. Dial 1-866-341-889, or find more ways to get free health care and help with medical bills. More.
Emergency Financial Assistance for Housing Program (EFAHP)
Provides a one-time cash grant payment to those families who face the loss of shelter or are totally without shelter because of not paying their rent or mortgage. It will also help families who have had household disasters such as flood, hurricane, fire, or other accidents. (850) 922-4691
Florida Health Care Access Program
This program will make quality, affordable health insurance and full access to health care available to Florida's almost 4 million uninsured residents. The six health insurance carriers that are in this plan currently offer over 20 health insurance products to Florida residents, and each health insurer offers at least two benefit options. They include a catastrophic plan with hospital coverage and a preventive care plan.
Florida KidCare
Florida KidCare is Florida's low cost health insurance plan for children under age 19 and who are not insured or under insured. 888-540-5437
Florida Foreclosure Assistance and Mortgage Help
The Florida state government has some ways to get help with your mortgage. Click here to find options.
In addition, the state of Florida has also created a new foreclosure mediation program.
Also, find a listing of non-profit housing counseling agencies that can provide mortgage and foreclosure solutions. Click here.
Food Stamp Program
Helps low-income Florida households to buy nutritious food. A food stamp household is normally a household, or group of people, that live together and that also buy food and prepare meals together. 1-866-762-2237
SUNCAP
The SUNCAP assistance program is a special Food Stamp Program that is for individuals who currently receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)
The TCA program will provides cash assistance and grants to those families that have children under the age of 18 or under the age of 19 if they are full time secondary school students. The children must also meet the technical, asset, and income requirements. This aid program helps families become self-supporting while also allowing children to remain in their own homes. In addition, pregnant women may also receive TCA assistance, either in the 6th month of pregnancy if unable to work, or in the 9th month of pregnancy. Parents, minor siblings, and children who live together must apply together.
Homeless and Rescue Missions
There are numerous rescue missions in Florida that can assist the homeless, the very low income, and those on the verge of homelessness. Click here for more information.
Florida Lifeline Assistance Program
Receive free phone or cellular service. The Lifeline program provides either a $13.50 credit per month on a phone land line bill or it will provide approximately 60 free cellphone minutes per month. Safelink offers this service in Florida. Almost 600,000 families participate in the program. 1-800-342-3552
Foreclosure Prevention
The organization Home Foreclosure Fighter provides Florida residents loan modification proposals. There is no obligation and the proposals are free.
Avoid Foreclosure. Modify Your Mortgage. Free Proposals. No Obligation.
Free Legal Aid
Find information on non-profit law firms in Florida that provide free civil legal services for low to moderate income families throughout the state. Read more.
Medicaid
A program that will provide medical coverage and grants to lower income families and individuals. The state of Florida and federal government both share the expenses and costs of the Medicaid program. DCF determines Medicaid eligibility for:
•Low income families with children
•Pregnant women
•Children only
•Non-citizens with medical emergencies and bills
•Aged and/or disabled families or individuals not currently receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Debt Reduction, Credit and Housing Counseling Services in Florida
Find information on, and a listing of, government certified non-profit credit and housing counselors. Various organizations offer assistance in dealing with debts and credit issues. More Florida debt and credit counseling.
Community Clinics and Health Care Centers
Get information on where to turn to for free or low cost health care in Florida. Read more.
In addition to the clinics that can help with medical care, additional locations provide free dental services, such as cleaning, to those who need aid. Get information on dental clinics in Florida.
Food Banks and Pantries
While clicking on your county below will provide you with information on free food and other financial assistance programs, there are some food banks in place as well. More on Florida food banks.
Assistance From Florida Cities and Counties
In addition to the programs offered at the county level, find a comprehensive list of Florida utility bill assistance programs.
Alachua County and Newberry
•Newberry focused services and resources
Bay County (Panama City)
Brevard County (Titusville)
•Palm Bay agencies and services
Broward County (Fort Lauderdale)
•Fort Lauderdale focused agencies and resources
•Broward and Fort Lauderdale foreclosure prevention.
•Food banks in Broward County. More.
•Rent assistance programs in Broward County.
Calhoun County (Blountstown)
Charlotte County (Punta Gorda)
Citrus County (Inverness)
Clay County (Green Cove Springs)
Collier County (Naples)
Columbia County (Lake City)
Dade County (Miami)
•Foreclosure prevention program in Dade County
•Miami rental assistance agencies
•Miami city assistance programs
•Free health and dental centers in Miami. Read more.
DeSoto County program to delay foreclosures (Arcadia)
Duval County (Jacksonville)
•Jacksonville specific programs to help with bills
•Organizations that focus on rent help in Jacksonville
Escambia County (Pensacola)
Flagler County (Bunnell)
Franklin County (Apalachicola)
Gadsen County (Quincy)
Hernando County (Brooksville)
Highlands County (Sebring)
Hillsborough County (Tampa Bay)
•Food pantries in Hillsborough.
Indian River County (Vero Beach)
Jackson County (Marianna)
Lake County (Tavares)
Lee County (Fort Myers)
Leon County (Tallahassee)
Levy County (Bronson)
Marion County (Ocala)
Manatee County (Bradenton)
Martin County (Stuart)
Monroe County (Key West)
Nassau County (Fernandina Beach)
Okaloosa County (Crestview)
Orange County (Orlando)
•Programs and resources focused on Orlando
Osceola County (Kissimmee)
Palm Beach County (West Palm Beach)
•Agencies that specialize in Palm Beach rent assistance.
Pasco County (Dade City)
Pinellas County (Clearwater)
•St. Petersburg and Pinellas rent focused programs.
•Pinellas County food pantries.
Polk County (Bartow)
Putnam County (Palatka)
Santa Rosa County (Milton)
Sarasota County
Sarasota County - foreclosure assistance
Seminole County (Sanford)
St. Johns County (St. Augustine)
St. Lucie County (Fort Pierce)
Sumter County (Bushnell)
Volusia County (DeLand)
Walton County (Defuniak Springs)
Florida Energy Bill Program
Get more information on Florida utility bill assistance programs that are in addition to those noted below.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Florida Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program will provide help through grants to local governments and also non-profit agencies. The funds are to assist eligible low-income households in meeting the costs of home heating and cooling bills. More on the Florida LIHEAP program.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The goal of this program is to lower the monthly energy burden and bills on lower income households by improving the energy efficiency and utility bill savings of the home. Types of assistance provided include.
•Fix or replace hot water heaters.
•Replace or repair inefficient heating and cooling units.
•Address air infiltration by improving weather stripping, thresholds, caulking, minor repairs to walls, ceilings and floors, and also door and window replacement.
•Install floor or attic insulation (floors in northern Florida counties only)
Operation Round Up
Most of Florida's utility companies participate in this program. Cash grants and funds can be distributed to struggling families. The money can be used for food, rent, shelter, clothing, medical bills, health needs, and utility bills.
Project Care and Project Share
Project Share funds will help pay for emergency energy-related costs, including electric, gas, or oil bills and also pay for the repair of vital heating or cooling equipment. Project Care are one time cash grants paid for utility expenses.
Oct 8, 2011
Delaware Assistance and Aid Programs
How to find assistance, help, and grants in all Delaware counties and cities, including Wilmington, DE.
Delaware Prescription Assistance Program (DPAP)
A program to help pay for prescription drug medicine for the elderly and/or disabled individuals in Delaware. 1-800-996-9969
Emergency Assistance Services and Rent
Emergency assistance will help pay for rent, utilities and emergency shelter. Aid is provided for eligible lower-income families in order to help them to prevent homelessness and maintain self-sufficiency. Contact a state service center near you.
Mortgage Assistance and Foreclosure Prevention Programs
Delaware encourages all homeowners who need help with paying their mortgage, or if they need to stop a foreclosure, Delaware encourages all families to take advantage of the programs that are available. Find out about mortgage aid. More.
In addition, non-profits can also provide housing and foreclosure prevention. Learn more.
Delaware Healthy Children Program
This is a low-cost health insurance assistance program for Delaware's uninsured children. 1-800-372-2022
Elderinfo
This program provides free health insurance advice and counseling for individuals with Medicare. 1800-336-9500
General Assistance
General Assistance is a program funded by Delaware that was designed to provide cash assistance and grants to lower income families people who do not qualify for federally funded aid programs, such as Social Security benefits or the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This is Delaware's main grant and cash assistance program. The goal of the TANF assistance program is to give people temporary aid until they can obtain a job.
Food Stamps
This is a program offered to Delaware families that will that enables struggling families to buy a variety of food and groceries that is the basis for better health and nutrition.
Child Care Services
This assistance service provides support for individuals and families with young children. The program will help those families keep a job, obtain employment training or meet the special needs of the child. 302-892-5800
Food Banks in Delaware
Residents who are facing a hardship or who may be low income can receive free food and possibly other forms of non-financial aid from a food bank or pantry in the state. More on food pantries in Delaware.
Low Cost or Free Medical Care
Medical professionals, volunteers, nurses and others provide families and individuals with access to free or reduced cost health care, prescriptions, and dental assistance. Read more clinics in Delaware.
In addition to the medical care above, learn how to get assistance with any dental needs you may have. Numerous centers focus on that. Read more on Delaware dental centers.
Delaware Energy and Heating Bill Programs
Most of the utility and gas companies that operate in the state offer their customers financial assistance as well as ways to save money through conservation. More on Delaware energy bill assistance programs.
Assistance From Delaware Cities and Counties
Kent County (Dover)
New Castle (Wilmington)
Sussex County (Georgetown)
Delaware Utility and Heating Bill Assistance
Many utility companies in Delaware offer energy conservation and financial assistance/grant programs to their customers. Click here for more details.
Citizens Energy
Oil Heat Program will provide free heating oil to families who need help paying heating bills. Qualified families who need help will receive a one-time delivery of up to 100 gallons of free heating oil.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Delaware Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) will help homeowners save energy. It will install energy conserving improvements in homes to help them reduce their energy burden, lower their energy costs and utility bills, and improve their health and safety in the home.
Delaware Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP) is a program that ins funded by Delaware and the federal government for lower income families. It will help them meet their costs of home energy. There are three main components.
•Summer Cooling Assistance Program (SCAP): This component operates during the summer months of June-August and it will helps pay for electricity bill to cool homes.
•Fuel Assistance: Helps with paying home energy bills from the period of October 1 - March 31.
•Crisis Assistance: This assistance program will aid households in crisis during the winter months. Help may be provided in the form of a supplemental grant payment to their fuel assistance benefit.
How to find assistance, help, and grants in all Delaware counties and cities, including Wilmington, DE.
Delaware Prescription Assistance Program (DPAP)
A program to help pay for prescription drug medicine for the elderly and/or disabled individuals in Delaware. 1-800-996-9969
Emergency Assistance Services and Rent
Emergency assistance will help pay for rent, utilities and emergency shelter. Aid is provided for eligible lower-income families in order to help them to prevent homelessness and maintain self-sufficiency. Contact a state service center near you.
Mortgage Assistance and Foreclosure Prevention Programs
Delaware encourages all homeowners who need help with paying their mortgage, or if they need to stop a foreclosure, Delaware encourages all families to take advantage of the programs that are available. Find out about mortgage aid. More.
In addition, non-profits can also provide housing and foreclosure prevention. Learn more.
Delaware Healthy Children Program
This is a low-cost health insurance assistance program for Delaware's uninsured children. 1-800-372-2022
Elderinfo
This program provides free health insurance advice and counseling for individuals with Medicare. 1800-336-9500
General Assistance
General Assistance is a program funded by Delaware that was designed to provide cash assistance and grants to lower income families people who do not qualify for federally funded aid programs, such as Social Security benefits or the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
This is Delaware's main grant and cash assistance program. The goal of the TANF assistance program is to give people temporary aid until they can obtain a job.
Food Stamps
This is a program offered to Delaware families that will that enables struggling families to buy a variety of food and groceries that is the basis for better health and nutrition.
Child Care Services
This assistance service provides support for individuals and families with young children. The program will help those families keep a job, obtain employment training or meet the special needs of the child. 302-892-5800
Food Banks in Delaware
Residents who are facing a hardship or who may be low income can receive free food and possibly other forms of non-financial aid from a food bank or pantry in the state. More on food pantries in Delaware.
Low Cost or Free Medical Care
Medical professionals, volunteers, nurses and others provide families and individuals with access to free or reduced cost health care, prescriptions, and dental assistance. Read more clinics in Delaware.
In addition to the medical care above, learn how to get assistance with any dental needs you may have. Numerous centers focus on that. Read more on Delaware dental centers.
Delaware Energy and Heating Bill Programs
Most of the utility and gas companies that operate in the state offer their customers financial assistance as well as ways to save money through conservation. More on Delaware energy bill assistance programs.
Assistance From Delaware Cities and Counties
Kent County (Dover)
New Castle (Wilmington)
Sussex County (Georgetown)
Delaware Utility and Heating Bill Assistance
Many utility companies in Delaware offer energy conservation and financial assistance/grant programs to their customers. Click here for more details.
Citizens Energy
Oil Heat Program will provide free heating oil to families who need help paying heating bills. Qualified families who need help will receive a one-time delivery of up to 100 gallons of free heating oil.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Delaware Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) will help homeowners save energy. It will install energy conserving improvements in homes to help them reduce their energy burden, lower their energy costs and utility bills, and improve their health and safety in the home.
Delaware Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP) is a program that ins funded by Delaware and the federal government for lower income families. It will help them meet their costs of home energy. There are three main components.
•Summer Cooling Assistance Program (SCAP): This component operates during the summer months of June-August and it will helps pay for electricity bill to cool homes.
•Fuel Assistance: Helps with paying home energy bills from the period of October 1 - March 31.
•Crisis Assistance: This assistance program will aid households in crisis during the winter months. Help may be provided in the form of a supplemental grant payment to their fuel assistance benefit.
Oct 8, 2011
Connecticut Aid and Assistance Programs
Find how to get aid and assistance in all cities and counties in Connecticut including Bridgeport and Hartford. Programs can help with rent, utility bills, provide food, free foreclosure and mortgage assistance, and other bills.
Connecticut HUSKY
A HUSKY plan is one of three options that are available that will offer free or low-cost health insurance to uninsured children and youth in Connecticut. 1-877-284-8759
Rental Assistance
The Connecticut Rental Assistance Program (RAP). This program will help low income families with rent. It allows them to afford decent and safe housing in the private market. Families can even find their own apartments and housing, including townhouses, apartments, and single-family homes, and receive grants to help them pay the rent. Find more ways to receive rent help. Continue. 1-800-842-1508
Additional Rent Help
The Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program is another source of rent and housing assistance. Find help with making rent payments, security deposits, and more. More.
ConnPACE
This program will help people with disabilities and senior citizens who live in Connecticut afford prescription drug medications and help them with paying pharmacy bills. 1-800-423-5026
Free Health Care
Connecticut individuals and families and can get free health care from the AmeriCares Free Clinics. They have clinics located in Danbury, Bridgeport, and Norwalk. Read more on Connecticut free health care.
Find information on non-profits, community clinics, charities, and heath care centers that can provide either low cost or free, yet high quality, medical care. Free Connecticut clinics.
Not only are there clinics that help with general health care needs, but some centers also focus on offering dental care, check ups, consultations and assistance. Click here for a listing of free dental clinics in Connecticut.
State-Administered General Assistance (SAGA) Medical Program
SAGA Medical will provide medical assistance and help with health care expenses to those who do not qualify for other aid, or those who are awaiting eligibility determination for other medical assistance programs and help. 1-800-842-1508
Temporary Family Assistance
A cash assistance grant program that helps pay for both special and basic needs which are paid to recipients of Jobs First. 800-842-1508
Legal Aid
Connecticut runs a hotline that provides free legal advice. There are also various law firms and attorneys that provide free legal aid on a pro-bono basis. Learn more on Connecticut free legal advice.
Connecticut Foreclosure Aid, Mortgage Refinancing, and Mortgage Help
There is a mortgage and foreclosure program that will assist families with their mortgages, and help them avoid foreclosure. More.
Also, find out how non-profits can provide high quality foreclosure counseling. More on Connecticut HUD counseling agencies.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
A nutrition program that helps lower income families and individuals buy food and provides grants for groceries.
Food Banks and Distribution Centers
Connecticut has dozens of food banks, pantries, and non-profit organizations that provide free or low cost food and non-financial aid to families and individuals who need assistance. More on Connecticut food banks.
Heating and Energy Bills
Find a listing of assistance programs that can help families in Connecticut pay their monthly utility and heating bills. Read more.
Assistance From Connecticut Cities and Counties
Fairfield County (Bridgeport)
•Bridgeport and Fairfield rent assistance agencies.
Hartford County
Huron County
Litchfield County
New Haven County
•Programs focused on rent assistance in New Haven.
New London County
Tolland County (Rockville)
Windham County (Willimantic)
Utility and Heating Bill Help in Connecticut
In addition to the programs below, get phone numbers and additional information on energy bill assistance programs in Connecticut.
Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)
Provides winter heating aid for qualified lower-income households under the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program. Basic benefits paid in the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program range from $650 to almost $1000.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The purpose of this program is to help families with reduce their home energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient and helping people conserve energy.
Contingency Heating Assistance Program (CHAP)
CHAP is an assistance program for households that have higher incomes, and are not eligible for other aid programs.
Discounted and Free and Home Heating Oil
A program from Citizens Energy, called the Oil Heat program, offers free and/or discounted heating oil to those in need. Citizens Energy has a partnership with with various fuel assistance and heating agencies across the state. They also work closely with heating oil dealers to provide discounted and free heating oil to those who need help with paying heating bills.
Matching Payment Plan
Most utility companies offer the Matching Payment Plan. This plan will give consumers a reduction in their past-due amount for every dollar paid on their current heating or utility bills.
Winter Protection Program
Most utility companies also offer this aid, which protects hardship customers from natural gas or electric service shutoffs for nonpayment from Nov. 1 to May 1.
Operation Fuel
Operation Fuel is a nonprofit private assistance program that will provide emergency help with utility or energy bills for people in need, who are not eligible for CEAP or SAFA aid.
Find how to get aid and assistance in all cities and counties in Connecticut including Bridgeport and Hartford. Programs can help with rent, utility bills, provide food, free foreclosure and mortgage assistance, and other bills.
Connecticut HUSKY
A HUSKY plan is one of three options that are available that will offer free or low-cost health insurance to uninsured children and youth in Connecticut. 1-877-284-8759
Rental Assistance
The Connecticut Rental Assistance Program (RAP). This program will help low income families with rent. It allows them to afford decent and safe housing in the private market. Families can even find their own apartments and housing, including townhouses, apartments, and single-family homes, and receive grants to help them pay the rent. Find more ways to receive rent help. Continue. 1-800-842-1508
Additional Rent Help
The Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program is another source of rent and housing assistance. Find help with making rent payments, security deposits, and more. More.
ConnPACE
This program will help people with disabilities and senior citizens who live in Connecticut afford prescription drug medications and help them with paying pharmacy bills. 1-800-423-5026
Free Health Care
Connecticut individuals and families and can get free health care from the AmeriCares Free Clinics. They have clinics located in Danbury, Bridgeport, and Norwalk. Read more on Connecticut free health care.
Find information on non-profits, community clinics, charities, and heath care centers that can provide either low cost or free, yet high quality, medical care. Free Connecticut clinics.
Not only are there clinics that help with general health care needs, but some centers also focus on offering dental care, check ups, consultations and assistance. Click here for a listing of free dental clinics in Connecticut.
State-Administered General Assistance (SAGA) Medical Program
SAGA Medical will provide medical assistance and help with health care expenses to those who do not qualify for other aid, or those who are awaiting eligibility determination for other medical assistance programs and help. 1-800-842-1508
Temporary Family Assistance
A cash assistance grant program that helps pay for both special and basic needs which are paid to recipients of Jobs First. 800-842-1508
Legal Aid
Connecticut runs a hotline that provides free legal advice. There are also various law firms and attorneys that provide free legal aid on a pro-bono basis. Learn more on Connecticut free legal advice.
Connecticut Foreclosure Aid, Mortgage Refinancing, and Mortgage Help
There is a mortgage and foreclosure program that will assist families with their mortgages, and help them avoid foreclosure. More.
Also, find out how non-profits can provide high quality foreclosure counseling. More on Connecticut HUD counseling agencies.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
A nutrition program that helps lower income families and individuals buy food and provides grants for groceries.
Food Banks and Distribution Centers
Connecticut has dozens of food banks, pantries, and non-profit organizations that provide free or low cost food and non-financial aid to families and individuals who need assistance. More on Connecticut food banks.
Heating and Energy Bills
Find a listing of assistance programs that can help families in Connecticut pay their monthly utility and heating bills. Read more.
Assistance From Connecticut Cities and Counties
Fairfield County (Bridgeport)
•Bridgeport and Fairfield rent assistance agencies.
Hartford County
Huron County
Litchfield County
New Haven County
•Programs focused on rent assistance in New Haven.
New London County
Tolland County (Rockville)
Windham County (Willimantic)
Utility and Heating Bill Help in Connecticut
In addition to the programs below, get phone numbers and additional information on energy bill assistance programs in Connecticut.
Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)
Provides winter heating aid for qualified lower-income households under the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program. Basic benefits paid in the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program range from $650 to almost $1000.
Weatherization Assistance Program
The purpose of this program is to help families with reduce their home energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient and helping people conserve energy.
Contingency Heating Assistance Program (CHAP)
CHAP is an assistance program for households that have higher incomes, and are not eligible for other aid programs.
Discounted and Free and Home Heating Oil
A program from Citizens Energy, called the Oil Heat program, offers free and/or discounted heating oil to those in need. Citizens Energy has a partnership with with various fuel assistance and heating agencies across the state. They also work closely with heating oil dealers to provide discounted and free heating oil to those who need help with paying heating bills.
Matching Payment Plan
Most utility companies offer the Matching Payment Plan. This plan will give consumers a reduction in their past-due amount for every dollar paid on their current heating or utility bills.
Winter Protection Program
Most utility companies also offer this aid, which protects hardship customers from natural gas or electric service shutoffs for nonpayment from Nov. 1 to May 1.
Operation Fuel
Operation Fuel is a nonprofit private assistance program that will provide emergency help with utility or energy bills for people in need, who are not eligible for CEAP or SAFA aid.
Oct 8, 2011
Colorado Aid and Assistant programs
Find how to get grants and assistance in all areas, cities, and counties in Colorado, including Denver and Colorado Springs.
Telephone Assistance Program
This is a program that is run by the Colorado Department of Human Services and it will pay a portion of your monthly phone bill. You can be qualified for a discount from your phone company on your basic phone service.
Mortgage Help and Colorado Foreclosure Assistance
Locate programs and organizations in Colorado that will help you with paying your mortgage loan(s). The state also tries to reduce foreclosures. More.
Organizations that employ HUD certified housing counselors also operate in Colorado. Click here for a listing of HUD agencies in the state.
Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
A low-cost health insurance plan that is offered for Colorado's uninsured children and pregnant women. It is a health insurance plan available for children and pregnant women who cannot afford private health insurance. (800) 359-1991
Food Stamps Program
Assists lower income families and individuals who need assistance purchasing food. Helps ensure the nutritional needs of families are met. 303 866-3122
Colorado Employment First
Increases employment opportunities for food stamp participants through referrals, support, accountability, and community work. Also provides advice on how to eliminate debt. (719) 486-2497
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program
This program helps parents afford childcare while they are actively working, receiving job training or looking for work. This program may also be called the Low Income Child Care Assistance. 303.866.5700
Colorado Works/TANF
This will help strengthen families by providing cash grants, promoting opportunities for comprehensive job training, and fiscal support to state residents. (303) 866-6210
Credit Services and Debt Consolidation
Individuals who need budgeting advice or information on low cost or free debt reduction and financial assistance programs can speak to a not for profit credit counselor. Read more Colorado counseling agencies.
Legal Aid
Organizations and attorneys provide free or low cost legal assistance to low and moderate income families in Colorado. Click here to learn more.
Energy, Heating, and Utility Bills
Numerous government programs, non-profits, and assistance programs from utility companies exist to help the low income pay their bills. Read more.
Colorado Food Banks and Pantries
Millions of pounds of free food and groceries are provided to families every year from various locations across the state. Get a listing of Colorado food banks, that are in addition to county programs listed below.
Free or Low Cost Health Care
Various community clinics and health care programs are offered in your county per below. Find an additional listing of Colorado community clinics.
Dental clinics also exist in Colorado, and can provide free care, or offer services on a sliding fee scale so that patients can save money on their monthly dental bills. More.
Assistance From Colorado Cities and Counties
Adams County (Brighton)
Arapahoe County (Aurora)
Archuleta County (Town of Pagosa Springs)
Baca County (Springfield)
Bent County (Las Animas)
Boulder
Cheyenne County (Cheyenne Wells)
Crowley County (Ordway)
Custer County (Westcliffe)
Delta County
Denver
•Foreclosure specific programs. More.
•Help with rent in Denver.
Douglas County (Castle Rock)
Eagle County
Elbert County (Kiowa)
El Paso County (Colorado Springs)
•Agencies that focus on rent help in Colorado Springs and El Paso.
Garfield County (Glenwood Springs)
Gunnison County
Huerfano County (Walsenburg)
Jefferson County (Golden)
Kiowa County (Eads)
Kit Carson County (Burlington)
La Plata County (Durango)
Lake County (Leadville)
Larimer County (Fort Collins)
Las Animas County (Trinidad)
Lincoln County (Hugo)
Mesa County (Grand Junction)
Montezuma County (Cortez)
Montrose County
Morgan County (City of Fort Morgan)
Otero County (La Junta)
Ouray County
Pitkin County (Aspen)
Prowers County (Lamar)
Pueblo County
Routt County (Steamboat Springs)
San Miguel County (Telluride)
Summit County (Breckenridge)
Weld County (Greeley)
Colorado Help With Paying Heating and Utility Bills
In addition to the services and resources listed below, find more Colorado utility assistance programs.
Property Tax, Rent, and Heat Rebate
This aid program is operated by the state Department of Revenue. It provides cash grants and tax rebates for home heating payments to certain residents. They must be at least 65 years old, be a surviving spouse at least 58 years old, or disabled. Qualified applicants can receive a property tax rebate of up to $600 and a couple hundred dollars directly or as part of their monthly rent payments.
Energy $avings Partnership Program
The Partnership Program provides free energy efficiency services to lower income customers, the disabled, and seniors. Services provided can include an energy audit, wall, attic, and crawl space insulation, forced air efficiency assessment, air leakage reduction, appliance safety inspections, high efficiency lighting surveys and other safety inspections and ways to save energy.
Weatherization
The Colorado Energy $aving Partners (E$P) program, provides Weatherization services. They provide free and very effective energy efficient upgrades to Coloradans. The organizations involved have assisted with weatherizing more than 4,000 homes per year. Services provided include:
•Air leakage reduction
•Complete energy audit
•Attic, crawl space, and wall space insulation
•Furnace efficiency assessment and improvement
•Appliance safety inspection
•High efficiency lighting survey
•Inspection for other potential safety problems
Weatherization benefits include:
•You can lower utility bills by around 20%. One in four homes save 37% on their bills
•Reduced energy and heating consumption
•Overall comfort increased, as well as safety of the home
Energy Outreach Colorado
If you do not qualify for any government aid, such as federal assistance under the LEAP program, or if you have already received LEAP and need additional help, then you can get assistance from Energy Outreach Colorado. To qualify for help from this organization, you need to have a past-due balance on your heating or utility bill. Read more.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
A federally funded grant program that is managed by the Colorado Department of Human Services. This program was created to assist with your winter heating costs. Read more.
Crisis Intervention Program
The Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) will operate year-round and can provide your round assistance with your home's primary heating source such as a furnace. Furnace repairs, replacement, and other services are offered. You must be eligible for basic LEAP to qualify for CIP.
Find how to get grants and assistance in all areas, cities, and counties in Colorado, including Denver and Colorado Springs.
Telephone Assistance Program
This is a program that is run by the Colorado Department of Human Services and it will pay a portion of your monthly phone bill. You can be qualified for a discount from your phone company on your basic phone service.
Mortgage Help and Colorado Foreclosure Assistance
Locate programs and organizations in Colorado that will help you with paying your mortgage loan(s). The state also tries to reduce foreclosures. More.
Organizations that employ HUD certified housing counselors also operate in Colorado. Click here for a listing of HUD agencies in the state.
Colorado Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
A low-cost health insurance plan that is offered for Colorado's uninsured children and pregnant women. It is a health insurance plan available for children and pregnant women who cannot afford private health insurance. (800) 359-1991
Food Stamps Program
Assists lower income families and individuals who need assistance purchasing food. Helps ensure the nutritional needs of families are met. 303 866-3122
Colorado Employment First
Increases employment opportunities for food stamp participants through referrals, support, accountability, and community work. Also provides advice on how to eliminate debt. (719) 486-2497
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program
This program helps parents afford childcare while they are actively working, receiving job training or looking for work. This program may also be called the Low Income Child Care Assistance. 303.866.5700
Colorado Works/TANF
This will help strengthen families by providing cash grants, promoting opportunities for comprehensive job training, and fiscal support to state residents. (303) 866-6210
Credit Services and Debt Consolidation
Individuals who need budgeting advice or information on low cost or free debt reduction and financial assistance programs can speak to a not for profit credit counselor. Read more Colorado counseling agencies.
Legal Aid
Organizations and attorneys provide free or low cost legal assistance to low and moderate income families in Colorado. Click here to learn more.
Energy, Heating, and Utility Bills
Numerous government programs, non-profits, and assistance programs from utility companies exist to help the low income pay their bills. Read more.
Colorado Food Banks and Pantries
Millions of pounds of free food and groceries are provided to families every year from various locations across the state. Get a listing of Colorado food banks, that are in addition to county programs listed below.
Free or Low Cost Health Care
Various community clinics and health care programs are offered in your county per below. Find an additional listing of Colorado community clinics.
Dental clinics also exist in Colorado, and can provide free care, or offer services on a sliding fee scale so that patients can save money on their monthly dental bills. More.
Assistance From Colorado Cities and Counties
Adams County (Brighton)
Arapahoe County (Aurora)
Archuleta County (Town of Pagosa Springs)
Baca County (Springfield)
Bent County (Las Animas)
Boulder
Cheyenne County (Cheyenne Wells)
Crowley County (Ordway)
Custer County (Westcliffe)
Delta County
Denver
•Foreclosure specific programs. More.
•Help with rent in Denver.
Douglas County (Castle Rock)
Eagle County
Elbert County (Kiowa)
El Paso County (Colorado Springs)
•Agencies that focus on rent help in Colorado Springs and El Paso.
Garfield County (Glenwood Springs)
Gunnison County
Huerfano County (Walsenburg)
Jefferson County (Golden)
Kiowa County (Eads)
Kit Carson County (Burlington)
La Plata County (Durango)
Lake County (Leadville)
Larimer County (Fort Collins)
Las Animas County (Trinidad)
Lincoln County (Hugo)
Mesa County (Grand Junction)
Montezuma County (Cortez)
Montrose County
Morgan County (City of Fort Morgan)
Otero County (La Junta)
Ouray County
Pitkin County (Aspen)
Prowers County (Lamar)
Pueblo County
Routt County (Steamboat Springs)
San Miguel County (Telluride)
Summit County (Breckenridge)
Weld County (Greeley)
Colorado Help With Paying Heating and Utility Bills
In addition to the services and resources listed below, find more Colorado utility assistance programs.
Property Tax, Rent, and Heat Rebate
This aid program is operated by the state Department of Revenue. It provides cash grants and tax rebates for home heating payments to certain residents. They must be at least 65 years old, be a surviving spouse at least 58 years old, or disabled. Qualified applicants can receive a property tax rebate of up to $600 and a couple hundred dollars directly or as part of their monthly rent payments.
Energy $avings Partnership Program
The Partnership Program provides free energy efficiency services to lower income customers, the disabled, and seniors. Services provided can include an energy audit, wall, attic, and crawl space insulation, forced air efficiency assessment, air leakage reduction, appliance safety inspections, high efficiency lighting surveys and other safety inspections and ways to save energy.
Weatherization
The Colorado Energy $aving Partners (E$P) program, provides Weatherization services. They provide free and very effective energy efficient upgrades to Coloradans. The organizations involved have assisted with weatherizing more than 4,000 homes per year. Services provided include:
•Air leakage reduction
•Complete energy audit
•Attic, crawl space, and wall space insulation
•Furnace efficiency assessment and improvement
•Appliance safety inspection
•High efficiency lighting survey
•Inspection for other potential safety problems
Weatherization benefits include:
•You can lower utility bills by around 20%. One in four homes save 37% on their bills
•Reduced energy and heating consumption
•Overall comfort increased, as well as safety of the home
Energy Outreach Colorado
If you do not qualify for any government aid, such as federal assistance under the LEAP program, or if you have already received LEAP and need additional help, then you can get assistance from Energy Outreach Colorado. To qualify for help from this organization, you need to have a past-due balance on your heating or utility bill. Read more.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
A federally funded grant program that is managed by the Colorado Department of Human Services. This program was created to assist with your winter heating costs. Read more.
Crisis Intervention Program
The Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) will operate year-round and can provide your round assistance with your home's primary heating source such as a furnace. Furnace repairs, replacement, and other services are offered. You must be eligible for basic LEAP to qualify for CIP.
