Oklahoma city assistance programs.

Free health care

Receive free health care from 11 free health clinics across the city. The University of Oklahoma Community Health Alliance (phone 918) 437-6767) offers a variety of services to provide free health care, both during regular business hours and after hours. As one example of one of the clinics, there is an evening clinic open from 5 to 9 p.m. every Monday at City Rescue Mission’s social services center, which is located at 800 W California Ave.. the assistance provided is part of the Bridges to Access Project. In total, there are 11 free clinics across the city.

The night clinics give members with daytime jobs the ability to see a primary care provider for their health care needs in the evening, which helps keep them out of hospital emergency rooms that don’t always provide follow-up appointments to them.

In addition, the clinics will also offers referrals to other doctors throughout Oklahoma City who can help treat those with serious illnesses or medical needs. The clinics work to find the most appropriate doctor for every possible need, and they will find one that offers the most benefits and treatment for that specific individual and their needs. Find additional ways to get free health care.

Another clinic that provides medical care is Variety Care. The organization provides a wide range of health care services for the entire family including access to preventative care, pediatrics, family planning, dental care, geriatrics, and immunizations. They offer high quality medical and dental care for everyone, whether they can afford to pay or not. (405) 235-6466.

 

 

 

Utility bill assistance

The Salvation Army in Oklahoma City (ph (405) 246-1122) provides residents with help paying utility and other energy bills. They will provide aid to hundreds of people per month, however they are constantly trying to raise additional funds so they can help more people in need. The Salvation Army and ONG have partnered together for over the last two decades and together they have helped thousands of families across Oklahoma in the past with a program called Share the Warmth.

Oklahoma City Rent and Mortgage Assistance

An Oklahoma City based non-profit organization that provides rent help, mortgage payments, and eviction prevention services is Neighborhood Services Organization. The details include first months rent to people moving into a new home or apartment. Eviction prevention can pay someone who is about to be evicted with one months of rent payments. Also, if you can’t make your monthly mortgage payment, Neighborhood Services Organization can offer you a grant to pay up to one month of your mortgage! Call the agency at (405) 236-0413 to learn more about the housing programs.

The Salvation Army can also provide funds for housing expenses, such as rent arreage and other expenses.

Emergency financial assistance and help for a crisis

Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City and Oklahoma County - Phone (405) 232-0199 programs offered include:

• Mortgage/Rental Payment Assistance: This housing program was designed to assist families and individuals that have experienced a family emergency that rendered them unable to pay their monthly rent or mortgage
• Crisis Intervention: Funding and cash aid is available on a limited basis for paying for prescriptions and partial payments on utility and cooling bills.
• Bus passes, homeless prevention, Christmas assistance, tax preparation, and other aid.

Other agencies to call for rent, utility, or emergency help in Oklahoma City include St John the Baptist Catholic Church ((405) 216-7554), St James Catholic Church ((405) 636-6804), Oklahoma City St Vincent De Paul Society (dial (405) 530-0300).

Oklahoma County DHS – This government agency helps families become self-sufficient over the long term, and for those who are not receiving public assistance to remain self-sufficient. Among other programs and assistance, they offer Financial Assistance for Rent and Utilities; Government State Programs; Health Care; Food Stamps; Health Care Home; Medicaid Services; Prescription Assistance; Transportation; and more. 2409 N Kelley Ave, Annex Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73111. DHS is also very effective at referring individuals to low cost/free medical clinics in Oklahoma County. Phone number  (405) 522-2273.

Upward Transitions – Assistance is offered in the form of work referrals, rent assistance for eviction notices, utility services (must have cut-off notices), and transitional housing to move families from shelters to low cost housing.  In addition, case workers can offer social casework to those in crisis situations. 1033 N Walker Ave, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102. Dial (405) 232-5507.

Hope Center of Edmond - Clients of this non-profit are assisted financially with utilities, rent, prescription vouchers. Other services may include free food, clothing, household goods and hygiene items, transportation, baby items, and bedding. 1251 N Broadway, Ste A&B, Edmond, OK  73034. Dial (405) 348-1340.

The following are local churches that may offer some limited financial assistance, mostly with utilities. Some may have some limited funds for rent, medications or free food too. They only help people in their immediate vicinity.

• St Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Del City, Oklahoma (405) 670-6105
• St Monica Catholic Church, Edmond, (405) 341-8128
• St Teresa Catholic Church, Harrah, Oklahoma (405) 343-2938
• St Phillip Neri Catholic Church, Midwest City, (405) 741-0967
• Catholic Charities, 1501 N Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, (405) 523-3028
• Trinity International Baptist Church, 1329 NW 23rd St, Oklahoma City, (405) 528-6327
• Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 1005 NE 15th St, Oklahoma City, (405) 239-2804
• Quail Springs Baptist Church, 14613 N May, Oklahoma City, (405) 751-1621
• Guild of St George, 117 NW 7th, Oklahoma City,
• Putnam City Baptist Church, 11401 N Rockwell, Oklahoma City, (405) 773-6914
• Shepherds of Love Ministries Inc., Edmond, Oklahoma (405) 348-5195

There are several non-profit organizations, churches, and programs that focus on offering funds for paying security deposits, transitional housing and also rental assistance. While most of the programs are for a crisis or emergency, they may have funds for ongoing payment too. Find a listing of non-profit rent assistance agencies.

Financial assistance for water bills - While the amount of aid available is limited, qualified low income families who are faced with a crisis may be able to receive monetary assistance for paying water expenses. Another option is a payment plan. Learn more on Oklahoma City water bill assistance.

Jesus House provides help making rent payments and with energy bills

This is a charity organization serving the inner city, and is a non-denominational, nonprofit Christian outreach program. They provide help with rent, shelter, food aid, free clothing, help paying energy bills and other services to local residents.

Appliances, clothing, and furniture are provided to those who need help, and aid is passed out based on a first come first served basis. While there is no waiting list, funds and services are limited. Also, those seeking help must transport any goods themselves.

Some of the other aid provided includes one time payments for short term rent help, funds for energy bills, and a one time payment for gasoline for up to $15. There is also a food pantry located on site that distributes free meals.

The facility is located at 1335 West Sheridan in Oklahoma City, and can be reached at (405) 232-7164.

Debt assistance programs

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Central Oklahoma provide debt help and credit counseling to Oklahoma City residents. They provide free counseling and advice. They can help people improve their credit scores, and develop a budget for them. One of the solutions they often recommend, and can help someone enter into, is a Debt Management Plan (DMP). The agency has helped hundreds of people eliminate their debts, and it usually takes 48 months. Click here to learn more about DMP, or call the agency at 405-789-2227.

 

 

Foreclosure and housing help

Gain access to a HUD approved counselor from Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Central Oklahoma. A mortgage counselor will meet one on one with the homeowner. The counselor can update the borrower on all government and private programs. They may even be able to mediate a solution to the foreclosure. Click here to learn more on foreclosure mediation, or dial the agency at 800-364-2227.

Legal aid, including free foreclosure legal advice

If you need help with a civil legal case, Legal Aid of Oklahoma provides people who can’t afford an attorney with full access to legal programs. The programs and services they provide are extensive. It ranges from mortgage and foreclosure help up through advice to deal with debt collectors and creditors. Also, receive support for landlord and tenant issues, evictions, and utility service disconnection. Click here to learn more, or call them at (405) 557-0020.

Free dental and medical care

D-Dent, Inc. is an agency that provides free dental cleaning and assistance to low income senior citizens and the disabled in Oklahoma City. Call them at (405) 424-8092.

Healing Hands Health Care - Call them at (405) 272-0476. They provide low cost to free medical care as they are a local clinic.

Kings Klinic - Provides health and medical care as well as prescription services for men, women, and children in Oklahoma City area. (405) 848-4005

Good Samaritan Health Clinic of Edmond, Inc. - Treats adults and children and adults with general medical problems and offers health care to those who lack insurance. Phone (405) 513-4357.

The four sites below are only a few of the options for low income and uninsured Oklahoma City patients. Locate an extensive list of other community clinics in Oklahoma.

 

 

Food assistance, clothing, and general aid in Oklahoma City

Eastside Church of Christ - Provides clothing, food, and Christmas and holiday assistance. (405) 732-0393.

Lighthouse Family Church - Offers food and shelter to low income. (405) 390-3100

Baptist Mission Center (phone (405) 235-6162) and Church of The Redeemer ((405) 427-2106) both also offer food and other aid.

Other churches, food banks, and pantries are located in the area. Read more on Oklahoma City food pantries.

Career development and job finding services

If you are under or unemployed, or are just looking for increased career development, The Education & Employment Ministry (TEEM) helps the unemployed and underemployed adults through a job training and assistance program. They help people find jobs, and improve their skills, and increase their household income. Call them at (405) 235-5671.