Description:

Provides monthly financial aid for township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent, utilities, or medical expenses. Intended for individuals who meet one of the following criteria:
- Cannot work due to medical condition
- Experiencing income or job loss due to circumstances outside of their control. Must be actively seeking employment.
- Have applied for government assistance and are waiting for approval

Eligibility:

- Must be Vernon Township resident
- Must meet income requirements set by the Township Supervisor
- Must have applied for all government assistance programs
- Must be able provide proof of hardship

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call to apply

Documents required:
- Birth Certificates/Proof of Citizenship
- Lease, most recent rent receipt, or mortgage statement
- Social Security Cards for all members in the household
- Photo ID
- Proof of Income
- Employer letter verifying employment
- Documents on benefits client is receiving
- Bank statements
- Proof of marriage, divorce documents, or proof of separation
- Copy of most recent tax return
- Letter of acceptance or denial from other agencies
- Proof of emergency
- Disconnection or eviction notice
- Written verification that client is receiving or have applied for food stamps, TANF, medical card, unemployment benefits, SS/SSD/SSI, and child support

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

Township

Date of Official Change:

December 9, 2024

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