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Emergency Assistance and Homeless Prevention | Salvation Army of Decatur and Macon County

229 West Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523

Eligibility

Assistance while funding lasts for rent/mortgage and utilities; Households in situations with the following qualifiers may be eligible: Utility shut off or landlord late notice required; Proof of 30 days income that exceeds rent and utilities OR Unemployment Application; Verifiable hardship with documentation, including job loss, reduced hours, unemployment, hospitalization, surgery, divorce, etc

Required documents

Landlord's Late or Utility Shut-off notice Proof of 30 days' income or application for Unemployment Proof of verifiable emergency or hardship Government issued Photo ID Social Security Cards for entire household Link Card if applicable Medical Card if applicable Current Utility bill Lease Most recent rent receipt Signed returned Housing Agreement/Assistance Voucher (sent from Social Services to landlord)

Application process

Call for information about income guidelines

Fees

Call for information

Service area

Macon County, IL

Description

Provides assistance with rent, mortgage, and utility payments when funds are available.

Providing organization

Salvation Army of Decatur and Macon County

Faith-based agency providing a variety of services for individuals and families.