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Howard Co. Community Action Council, Howard County Community Action Council
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Description
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UPDATE 1/26/23: Now open to both eviction and non-eviction cases. Client will be screened before they can apply for housing assistance to see if they meet current eligibility requirements. Depending on eligibility, may be able to provide assistance resolving rental arrears (both with and without eviction documentation), first month’s rent, and a rent stipend for up to 12 months.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Provides emergency financial assistance for utility turn-off notices (electric, gas, oil bills), rent payment assistance (if residing in Section 8 or subsidized housing, will only pay 1 month of rent), and first month's rent. Will assess for other qualifying emergency needs.
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Defined coverage areas: Maryland - Howard County
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Hours Of Operation
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Closed 12Noon-1PM daily.
Mon: 8:30AM 3:30PM Tue: 8:30AM 3:30PM Wed: 8:30AM 3:30PM Thu: 8:30AM 3:30PM Fri: 8:30AM 3:30PM
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Eligibility
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Howard County residents 18 and over who meet income requirements. For utility bill assistance-must have turn off notice. For rental assistance-individuals must have already been to court and have a judgment against them. For burial assistance-deceased individuals must have been a Howard County resident and must have been receiving either TCA or SSI; not eligible if they received Social Security. for security deposit/first month's rent-must demonstrate ability to pay remaining months on lease. People are encouraged to apply to assess for all grants.
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Individuals can apply online at https://cac-hc.org/universal-application-registration/ and stay tuned to their email for more information. People can also call to apply. If individuals cannot move forward in these capacities, they may come in-person for assistance.
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Documents Required
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ID showing residence in Howard County, proof of income for the last thirty days.
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Normal Wait Times
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Varies based depending on need.
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Programs at this agency
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Community Action Council of Howard County, Utility Assistance Head Start Program, Howard County Prepare for Success Community Action Council of Howard County, Weatherization Howard County Food Bank, Food Bank Services Howard County Food Bank, Food Pantry Howard County Diaper Project Howard County Food Bank, Food Pantry, Thanksgiving Assistance Community Action Council of Howard County, SNAP Outreach Program
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Fax Number
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410-313-6479
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Main
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410-313-6440
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Main Email Address
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clientassistance@cac-hc.org
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Sites offering this Program
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9820 Patuxent Woods Drive
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