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Carbon County Action Committee For Human Services - Emergency Housing Assistance

267 South Second Street, Lehighton, PA 18235

Eligibility

Must meet 200% FPIG; have nowhere to go; and document ability to retain or secure other suitable housing arrangements or acceptance into shelter within a week of entry. Carbon County only.

Hours

Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm
[email protected]

Application process

Telephone, walk-in

Fees

Services free of charge

Service area

Carbon, PA

Description

* Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA) will provide one month rent/security deposit to individuals who are in danger of eviction or homelessness. Individuals must meet eligibility and affordability guidelines and requirements and may receive assistance only one time. *Other Homeless Prevention and Rapid Rehousing Services in the form of security/utility deposits, first month rent, rental arrears, or current month's rent are also available to individuals experiencing a hardship that are either "homeless" or at "risk of homelessness". Some income, eligibility, residency, and affordability guidelines and requirements exist and can vary by program.

Providing organization

Carbon County Action Committee For Human Services

Dedicated to combating poverty in Carbon County and helping individuals and families become more self-sufficient. All programs have income guidelines. Most do not charge fees. Provides: - Salvation Army Emergency Assistance Program - Emergency Housing Assistance - Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing - Chores/Minor Home Repairs Program - Utility assistance/Weatherization