Rental & Mortgage Assistance Programs

January 10, 2024 Important Home Relief Rental Program Update

We know many of our neighbors need assistance with rent and utility payments right now. We previously put a hold on accepting applications due to limited funding. Our funding is still limited, but we have determined that we can begin accepting new applications. New applications will be accepted by appointment only. Using appointments to process applications will help us manage requests while keeping an eye on the amount of funding left.  If you need additional assistance or have questions please contact your Resource Navigator: 740-767-1020.

Making an Appointment

On January 22, 2024, we will begin accepting calls to request an appointment. Please call 740-767-1004 to schedule. Please allow 48 hours for a return call. We will set an appointment when we return your call. You will need to know what dates and times you can come in. We will provide a list of documents you need to bring to your in-person appointment. Please be sure to collect these documents and bring them with you.

Eligibility:

• Must live in Hocking, Athens or Perry Counties
• Be income eligible, see chart below
• Have a COVID hardship
• If you have already used 18 months of assistance you are not eligible to apply

Required Documents:

• Social Security cards or birth certificates for all household members
• Last 30 days income documentation for all household members over the age of 18 or proof of TANF, SNAP, WIC, or HEAP assistance
• Lease or notice of tenancy
• Utility bills
• Landlord affidavit filled out and signed by landlord (available to pick up in office or on our website)
• Documentation of COVID hardship (verbal statement may be provided at time of appointment)

If you have a current application that is in pending, please make sure that you get it completed by the due date or your application will no longer be considered.

We cannot guarantee that funding will be available.  Please do not plan on getting this assistance when considering your bills. Any updates regarding funding will be posted on our website and facebook.

There are other programs that may be able to help with utility assistance, like the Home Energy Assistance Program, the Winter Crisis Program and the Water and Sewer Bill Programs. If you need help determining what resources are right for you, please contact a Community Resource Navigator at 740-767-4500 or email info@hapcap.org

 

Landlord Verification-ARPA Updated