Housing Services2-1-1 is a free helpline. It links people in need with more than 2,000 health and human service programs. The helpline is open 24 hours per day, seven days a week. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Ways to get help:
The Bridge Transitional Living program serves up to 6 youth with housing and 14 youth in non-residential services. It empowers these 16- to 22-year-old youths to become independent and fully contributing members of their communities. This work is done through an 18-month program. During this time, they will continue or complete their education. They will work to obtain employment. They will also develop essential life skills. Please call 850.481.8501 or visit the website to learn more.
Helps families locate affordable housing and low-income apartments.
This group runs Broward Permanent Supportive Housing. The program offers housing. It also offers supportive services. It is for homeless individuals and families. The participants have severe and persistent mental illness. The program will stabilize them and help prepare them for an independent life. Any fees are based on income. There are requirements to participate. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Email: BrowardInfo@voa-fla.org
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Our volunteers help homeowners with:
Homeowners are selected based on income, need, and willingness to partner. The habitat uses donated materials and takes no profit for their services. Call for more info.
The Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSSP) provides support and skills to low-income people. The program helps people go from economic crisis to stability.
Services include:
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps people pay their energy costs when they have an unpaid energy bill. The program helps low-income families. For the first half of the month, priority is given to single mothers, people 60 years or older, disabled people, and children under five years of age. All other clients are served the second half of the month. Please call or visit website for more information.
Website: http://capitalareacommunityactionagency.com/about-crisis/
The Care to Share Program helps with utility payment. The maximum benefit is $350. You must be able to document loss of income. You must be screened for eligibility by one of the counselors. Call for more information.
Carrfour Supportive Housing is a non-profit group. They create and take care of housing for people and families who need help. They offer affordable homes and provide support services right there on the property. Please call or visit website to learn more.
Opportunity Place, Inc. helps families who are homeless. They offer a range of services and resources to those in need. They offer case management services that focus on housing and financial stability. They can help with HUD housing. Please call or visit website for more information.