Midland County rental assistance.
Homeless prevention services, in the form of emergency rental assistance in Midland County, is available for families that are struggling with their housing costs. Tenants across the county can meet with a case manager from a non-profit or government agency to find what programs can help them with their security rent or a deposit, if that is what is needed.
The organizations to call are below. In most cases, an appointment will be needed. All funds for assisting with back rent are limited. Many of the agencies rely on state of Michigan or federal government grants as a source of funding, and if that money is not available, no families will be assisted.
Any help for rent will be combined with job programs and budgeting for the tenant in question. In addition, due to limited resources, funding will often be prioritized for individuals such as homes/apartments with children or a senior citizen in Midland County.
Blessed Sacrament Church
Address is 3109 Swede Avenue
Midland, Michigan 48640-3842
Main phone - (989) 835-6777
Funds can help with everything from rent to a deposit or mortgage payment. Application criteria are in place.
First United Methodist Church
Location is 315 West Larkin Street
Midland, MI 48640
Main number is (989) 835-8935
Tenants with an eviction/pay or quit notice can apply for emergency rent help up to once per year. There is also cash assistance for utilities, mortgages, and counseling.
Michigan Department Of Human Services -- Midland County office
1509 Washington Street Suite A
Midland, MI 48641
(989) 835-7040
Grants from State Emergency Relief (SER) can help with housing costs. The government may issue this money as a loan, but funds can assist with rent, applications to section 8, and more. The state may also have motel vouchers, cold weather shelter, and rental deposit programs.
Mid Michigan Community Action Agency
1521 Washington Street
Midland, MI 48640
For referrals, dial (989) 832-7377
Salvation Army of Midland
Address is 330 Waldo Ave
Midland, Michigan
Main phone - (989) 496-2787
As a last resort, the charity offers shelter, funds for partial rent payments, vouchers for motels, and other housing support. There may also be financial assistance first month's rent, but only emergencies will be addressed, such as illegal evictions, domestic violence, or release from prison.
Midland Area Homes
Address: 1825 Bay City Road
Midland, MI 48642
Phone - (989) 496-9550
Homeless prevention includes eviction prevention (money for rent), mortgage help (foreclosure counseling), and transitional housing.
St Brigid Of Kildare Catholic Church is located in Midland County at 207 Ashman Street. One time financial aid may be offered for rent, energy bills, and other homeless prevention services. Call (989) 835-7121.
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
(800) 322-4512
Low income families can seek help to prevent an eviction. There is also free legal advice for the disabled as well as senior citizens in Midland County, regardless of their income.
Midland's Open Door
Address is 412 West Buttles Street
Midland, MI 48640
Phone - (989) 835-2291
Transitional housing and a shelter is for men, and they also run the House of Mercy.
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