Assistance programs in Columbia County FL.
Find where Columbia County and :Lake City FL residents can turn to for help. There are organizations, including charities and churches, that help people pay their rent, provide money to keep the electric on or that give out free food as well as other stuff. Learn more below on where in Lake County FL to get financial help, along with contact information.
Organizations in the Columbia County FL area that help pay bills
One organization that is all inclusive in what they provide is the Suwannee River Economic Council, Inc., which offers an Emergency Assistance Program for all of Columbia County families. Some of the resources offered focus on providing utility bill assistance or free food. There are also grants to pay for a free home repair, rent assistance programs and more, as noted below.
- LIHEAP is the main federal government grant program for electric bill assistance. This is mainly from LIHEAP in Columbia County.
- In addition, case management, referrals and application assistance to other social service agencies are offered. Case workers also help with other Florida and state government programs, as well as USDA Commodities or SNAP.
- The Columbia County community action also works with clients to address long term needs. Whether it is for example getting a free iphone from government programs for a job to budgeting, financial literacy or employment tools, help is offered.
- Money management is available. Speak to a counselor to get tips on how to repay bills (from resources such as a debt management plan) and learn wise money management techniques. More specifically, some of the services provided include credit counseling, learn how to prepare a budget based on a families total household income, setting financial priorities and goals. Use this link to learn more about debt help programs.
The main address is 303 NW Quinten St, Lake City, FL 32055. Call (386) 752-8726, or read more about programs from the Suwannee River Economic Council.
Christian Service Center of Columbia County, Inc. helps struggling residents. Both direct financial help can be offered as well as referrals to government programs and local non-profits. The center can, among other things, provide free clothes and assistance with utilities and rent as well as food boxes; several days worth of food can be provided.
- In addition, the center in Lake City FL assists with help people get vouchers to pay for prescription medications, minor auto repair, gasoline vouchers and bus tickets.
- Or apply for free baby items and diapers, showers, personal hygiene stuff for a newborn or furniture.
- Programs that pay for or provide free shampoo, toothbrushes, sap, toothpaste, mouthwash, combs, brushes, cotton swabs, deodorant and other personal items are available.
- A major focus is on housing. As part of this emergency rent assistance is offered by the Christian Center to help stop an eviction and they also direct people to other programs in FL to get rent help.
While based at 421 NW Washington St, Lake City, FL 32055, they cover all of Columbia County. Call (386) 755-1770.
No matter your background or religion, the Lake City Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc. offers emergency services. Apply for money to pay back rent or electric bills. There is also free items from the Catholic Charities in Columbia County and that ranges from food (from Florida Gateway Food Bank) to a shelter for the homeless as well as work clothes.
Catholic Charities also works closely with other local churches and charities in Lake City and other towns. The center is a great place for referrals and general support. Case managers will also try to address the root cause of poverty, which is often lack of meaningful employment. The location is 553 NW Railroad St, Lake City, FL 32055. Call (386) 754-9180 for details, or read more about Columbia County FL Catholic Charities assistance.
Lad Soup Kitchen and homeless shelter is an option. It can take adults that need a place to stay and anyone that is hungry can get a free hot meal. The location is 127 NW Escambia St, Lake City, FL 32055. Call (386) 758-2217
Columbia County Housing Authority offers housing assistance, ranging from rent subsidies to homebuying programs and counseling. All services, around self-sufficiency, provided are free of charge and were designed to help consumers deal with a wide variety of financial and housing issues. Staff also help people create a workable budget.
- Speak to a housing counselor for free HUD approved foreclosure prevention advice. Learn about mortgage assistance programs, that are both offered by Florida as well as the federal government. They also take applications (though a waiting list is in place) for section 8 housing vouchers. The office is at 498 SW Juniper Way, Lake City, FL 32025 and dial (386) 752-4227.
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