Description:

Offers one-time financial aid to help township residents prevent eviction or utility disconnection. Also offers assistance for car repairs to employed residents. Provides up to $1000 for individuals and up to $1500 for families. Residents can only apply once every two years.

Eligibility:

- Must be an Ela Township resident 18 years of age or older
- Must be a US citizen or have obtained legal status
- Must not have received emergency assistance in the last two years
- Must apply for all welfare benefit programs prior to requesting township financial assistance

Languages:

Spanish
Russian
Polish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call or visit during program hours to apply

Documents required (varies on a case by case basis):
- Proof of residency
- Mortgage payments
- Proof of income from the past 2 months before application
- Birth certificates and Social Security Card for each member in the household
- Valid ID for each member in the household over 16
- Unemployment Records
- Records of Social Security Benefits
- Copy of applications to other agencies
- Bank account records
- Vehicle titles/Registration
- Marriage Licenses/Death Certificates
- Physician Statements
- All utility bills

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

Township

Date of Official Change:

May 31, 2024

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