Struggling to make ends meet can be stressful, and we’re here to help. You may be eligible for assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, or minor home repairs through grants and other funding programs.
Each program has its own requirements. If you do not qualify for one, you might qualify for another. Eligibility is based on household income.
Funding is limited and prioritized based on need. To see if you qualify, apply through the following links:
For more information on the programs, see below.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income households with heating and cooling bills. You may receive an annual energy benefit or crisis assistance if you’re facing an energy emergency.
The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (EHEAP) is available for households with at least one person age 60 or older experiencing an energy crisis.
Apply online today: Florida LIHEAP/ EHEAP Application
Please note: Assistance is limited. Households with adults 60 or older, people with disabilities, or children may be prioritized.
Need Help Paying for Housing or Utilities?
You may qualify for help with past-due bills, such as rent or mortgage payments, move-in costs, water or utility bills, or home repairs. To get started, please complete the Fastrack Application. After you apply, a member of the Human Services team will review your information and contact you by phone or email to continue the process. Be sure your contact details are correct. If you have received an eviction or foreclosure notice and the application limit has been reached, please contact us—we are here to help guide you.
Please note: Assistance is limited. Households with adults 60 or older, people with disabilities, or children may be prioritized.
If you live in Charlotte County and were affected by Hurricanes Ian, Helene or Milton, you may be eligible for financial or home repair assistance. Please visit www.coadfl.org to apply and review the household eligibility criteria before submitting your application.
If you have questions or need help completing an application, call us at 941.833.6500, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding county-recognized holidays).
No money, cash, or checks will be requested or accepted from applicants or clients for services of any kind. If an employee asks for money, report this to a Manager or the Director of the Human Services Department.