Eviction Avoidance and Water Bill Help Offered

Eviction Avoidance and Water Bill Help Offered

LCCAA has received funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES) to provide help for Lorain County residents living at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Line.

The funding must be used to address community needs related to COVID-19. LCCAA has been approved to use the funding to help local residents with basic needs such as eviction prevention, assistance with water bills, emergency food, and winter coats for children.

Partnering with the Lorain County Urban League, LCCAA will help approximately 100 residents who have fallen behind on their rent during the crisis. LCUL will mediate between tenants and landlords making sure tenants’ legal rights are protected. Rent assistance may be part of the process.

To be eligible for the Eviction Avoidance Program, residents must have been current on their rent as of March 1, 2020. The resident must have a written lease and be able to document a recent loss in income. Funds are being distributed proportionally among all Lorain County ZIP codes. Contact the LCUL at 440-323-3364.

Water bill assistance is offered through LCCAA’s HEAP department. Again, residents must have been current on their bill as of March 1, 2020.

To apply for water bill assistance, make a contactless appointment with a HEAP advocate by calling 440- 538-6999. Income limits also apply to this program. Learn more at www.lccaa.net.