Assistance programs Colbert County.
Get emergency financial help or free stuff from churches, charities, the government or non-profits in Colbert County. Organizations help with rent or security deposits, provide grants to pay electric or utility bills, or offer transportation or free food. Find financial assistance near you in Cobert County.
Low-income families will get help in the county, including Muscle Shoals and Tuscumbia. There are also free hygiene supplies from pantries, groceries and even free medical or dental care. Seasonal programs also help those in need, including free Christmas toys, gifts, or school supplies for kids.
Grants for the low-income from community action in Colbert County
When people get behind on their bills, organizations such as the Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama can provide immediate assistance on a limited basis. The financial aid and programs they offer are below.
- Energy Bill Assistance. The agency administers the state and federal energy assistance program known as LIHEAP, or Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. There are several criteria for people who apply, including they need to meet established federal government guidelines. The program provides cash grants and assistance is provided to a family once each summer or winter season.
- Free weatherization in Colbert County - In addition, clients of the program are also provided material for energy saving tips to help lower energy consumption and their expenses. This can include free window replacement, repairs to a roof, furnace repair or replacement and more. Qualifying low and moderate income homeowners are eligible to receive a one time home weatherization assessment and funds to pay for upgrades to their home.
- Mortgage, Foreclosure and Housing Counseling. They have on site HUD-certified housing counselors. The non-profit works closely with the public to offer rental, mortgage, and foreclosure counseling as well as eviction prevention and homeless prevention resources. They also provide reverse mortgage counseling, quarterly first-time homebuyers classes and assist tenants. Or look here for emergency rental assistance in Alabama.
- Financial literacy is offered. They also work with and help clients establish financial budgets, provide debt advice, and help them establish goals to enable clients to obtain or maintain their current housing. Find additional ways to get mortgage help.
- Home repairs are arranged. In addition to the weatherization program (which is free) other loans or grants are offered for seniors or the disabled. When appropriate, contractors will insulate, caulk, repair, replace windows and doors, install fire extinguishers, radon detectors, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and they will work with their clients to educate them on Energy Star products through energy counseling and advice.
- Food Assistance from Meals on Wheels. The free Meals on Wheels program may be the most visible and well-known service the agency provides to people who need help. Five days a week volunteers will deliver and provide meals to the elderly, disabled clients, and homebound. Locate more details and locations of food pantries in Alabama.
Several other assistance programs are offered by the non-profit agency. Qualified clients will also be able to benefit from the advice and guidance provided by case managers and others that work at the agency. The goal is to offer short term support while the family stabilizes their situation. Contact the Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama, Inc. at (256) 766-4330. Or read more details Community Action Northwest Alabama.
Colbert County financial help and free items for low-income families
Assistance from Colbert Caring Center is available. This is another local agency that provides numerous resources, social services, and access to emergency assistance programs. This group has been helpful in providing utility assistance during the winter months. There is also free clothes, food, shelter and other support. Call them at (256) 381-8464 to learn more or to apply and the address is 102 N Water St, Tuscumbia, AL 35674.
Salvation Army Family Store is a low-cost store for buying items. Get clothes, furniture, appliances and other goods. In a crisis, some people such as single mothers, the sick or elderly, can be given free vouchers or items. Limited financial help is offered too from 500 S Montgomery Ave, Sheffield, AL 35660. The main number is (256) 978-5512, or look here for financial help from AL Salvation Army.
Human Resources Department provides government benefits applications, including SNAP food stamps (Food Assistance), TANF cash assistance, Medicaid and other benefits. There is also grant money for the unemployed, SSI funds and more from 3105 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661. All of these are income based programs, and dial (256) 314-4900
Tuscumbia Housing Authority has section 8 vouchers, rent subsidies and income based apartments, including no wait list homes. There is section 8 for single mothers, the elderly on social security and others from 106 S Main St, Tuscumbia, AL 35674. Call (256) 381-0915, or look here for section 8 houses in AL.
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