Archer, FL Utility & Rental Assistance

Annie Johnson Senior Citizen

Address:
1991 W Test Ct
Dunnellon, FL 34433
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.bocc.citrus.fl.us/commserv/suppserv/senprog/centers/aj/annie_center.htm

Services:
Provides limited emergency for utilities, rent or mortgage assistance for individuals or households that would guarantee an additional 30 days of service or housing. Also has a food pantry and vouchers for clothing.

Hours:
9:00a-12:00p,1:00p-3:00p Monday-Friday

Eligibility:
Based on income.
Food Pantry eligibility is based on eligibility scale for USDA foods and must be resident of Citrus County. Provides food to anyone every 91 days.

Documents To Bring:
Appointment for financial assistance.
Walk in for food assistance.

Suwannee River Economic Council

Address:
314 NE 255th St
Cross City, FL 32628
Map & Directions

Website:
http://srecinc.org

Services:
Suwannee River Economic Council (Columbia County) offers: Community Services - Information and Referral, Family Self- Sufficiency, Case Management, Support Services, and Application for Social Services Emergency Food and Shelter Program - Assistance for Food and Housing Energy Neighbor Fund - Utilities and Heating and Cooling Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program - Assistance with Utility Bills and Utility Crisis Resolution Salvation Army - Assistance with Utilities, Rent/Mortgage, Food, Medication and Temporary Housing Weatherization Program - Minor Heating and Cooling Repairs Columbia County does not offer senior services.

Hours:
Mon - Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Eligibility:
Household income based on family size cannot exceed 125% of the Federal Poverty Guideline for current year Columbia County Resident For Low Income Home Energy assistance cannot exceed 150% of the Federal Poverty Guideline for current year Documented Emergency For the Energy Neighbor Fund clients must be a Duke Energy customer, or Clay Electric or FPL Weatherization assistance cannot exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline for current year; based on family size (Eligibility are renters, home owners, site builder, and eligible mobile homes)

Documents To Bring:
Call for an appointment or pick up an application at the physical location

On Eagles Wings

Address:
344 SE Baya Dr
Lake City, FL 32025
Map & Directions

Services:
Offers transitional housing and supportive services for female ex-offenders; services include substance abuse intervention, life skills, anger management, mental health assessment as needed, employment assistance.

Hours:
10:00am - 4:00pm, Tuesday - Thursday

Eligibility:
Non-violent, Released Ex-offenders

Documents To Bring:
Call for more information

Catholic Charities Bureau

Address:
553 NW Railroad St
Lake City, FL 32055
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.catholiccharitieslakecity.org

Services:
Catholic Charities / Lake City Regional Office Administration / Rapid Rehousing.

Hours:
Mon - Fri 7:30am - 3:30pm

Eligibility:
Call for information

Documents To Bring:
Call for information

Daystar Life Center of Citrus County

Address:
6751 W Gulf to Lake Hwy
Crystal River, FL 34429
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.daystarcitruscounty.org

Services:
Provides assistance with SOME financial needs for utilities (electric, water, propane gas), rental assistance, emergency prescriptions, food and clothing. We have a compassionate staff of volunteers who strive to assist our clients with their needs. Daystar Life Center is a mission of St. Benedict Church. We were founded in 1983 by Rev. James Hoge, OSB, pastor of St. Benedict, to serve the poor & needy of Citrus County.

Hours:
9:00a-2:00p; Monday-Friday
Due to increase demand for clothing we are now asking that your arrive by 12:00 noon if you are need of clothing.

Eligibility:
Citrus County residents ONLY.

Documents To Bring:
Walk-in only.(you must arrive by 1:15 pm) Bring picture ID, SS card, SS card for all household members seeking assistance and eviction/shut-off notice if needed.

The Salvation Army

Address:
712 S School Ave
Lecanto, FL 34461
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.salvationarmycitruscounty.com/Welcome.htm

Services:
Services provided: food pantry, electricity assistance, rental assistance, tutoring, counseling, and seasonal help. Provides assistance in the event of natural disasters. Salvation Army is also a Cold Night Shelter for Citrus County. (When conditions warrant an official cold night activation) Referrals to local programs and services also provided.

Hours:
Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00a-Noon & 1:00p-4:30p

Food Pantry hours are Monday-Friday 9:00a-11:00a & 1:00p-3:00p

Eligibility:
Current residents of Citrus County, Inglis or Yankeetown who are in need.

For Cold Night shelter (when officially activated in Citrus County) all are to call the Salvation Army*.

Documents To Bring:
Call for an appointment.

Food Pantry hours are Monday-Friday 9:00a-11:00a & 1:00p-3:00p

Board Of County Commissioners Housing Services Division

Address:
2804 W Marc Knighton Ct
Lecanto, FL 34461
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.bocc.citrus.fl.us/commserv/housing/housing_services.htm

Services:
Housing Services is dedicated to increasing the quantity and quality of decent, safe, and affordable housing for first time home buyers with moderate, low, and very low incomes. This division administers state and federally funded housing programs for home repairs and improvements; provides subsidies to first time homebuyers for downpayments and closing costs; provides Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers; coordinates grant awards to affordable housing developers for new construction of homes for very low income and special needs families as well as for affordable rental developments; and provides grant subsidies for utility connections and emergency energy assistance.

Hours:
8:00a-5:00p, Monday-Friday

Eligibility:
Eligibility requirements vary depending on program(s) applied for. Call for more information.

Documents To Bring:
Call for information.

Shepherd's Light House

Address:
5930 SE Robinson Rd
Belleview, FL 34420
Map & Directions

Website:
http://www.shepherdslighthouse.org

Services:
To provide a safe Christ-centered environment for the rescue renewal and empowerment of women and children in need.

Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm

Eligibility:
Women over the age of 18, homeless, commit to a 6 month program. Must attend a faith based life skill classes, children up to the age of 8 years of age and a desire to change their lives.

Documents To Bring:
Call for an appointment, must complete application, can be refered here. Items needed are a drivers license, social security card, picture I.D. and proof of income.