Comanche County assistance programs.
Get help in Lawton and Comanche County. Find ways to get assistance with your expenses and resources that will help you achieve success over the long term. There are churches, charities, and government programs that provide everything from rental assistance to money for utility bills, free dental or medical care, as well as other support services.
Locate programs for help with bills, housing, rent, and other aid
Catholic Charities, based in Lawton, offers low to moderate income families a variety of services. They offer case management, counseling, family hope, and may have limited financial assistance for paying rent, utility bills, and vouchers for medications. The church also provides other resources to the needy in Comanche County. Loans may also be used by this local church in some instances. Call 580-353 1811, or more on Comanche County Catholic Charities.
Gain access to free food, shelter, utility bill assistance, prescription drugs, and other aid from the Salvation Army Corps Community Center. The main phone number in Lawton is 580-355-1802. In addition to those services, they also offer senior and youth programs, nursing home assistance, and access to other local non-profits and charities. Even housing and rent help may be available. Continue with Lawton Salvation Army assistance programs
The local community action agency is known as the Great Plains Improvement Foundation, Inc., CAA. The non-profits phone number is (580) 353-2364. They are a great resource to call to learn about grant programs for paying bills and everyday living expenses, and also provide low income and other people access to services that lead to long term self-sufficiency. Some of the programs and services offered include Weatherization Assistance. This is a free energy conserving program.
Another option is LIHEAP, which can provide grants for paying utility bills and preventing a disconnection. They also administer a child and adult food program. Last, but not least, learn about programs that can help people both find jobs, and improve their income from gaining new skills.
Clothing and food
The Lawton Food Bank (580-353-7994) provides both clothing and food on an emergency basis to people in need in Lawton and outside the community. Call or stop by the facility to pick and find food at the pantry, and visit the thrift store.
There are dozens of other regional as well as local food pantries in Comanche County. Some provide free groceries and others serve a meal. What may be provided includes groceries, baby formula, cereal, and even free Christmas or gifts. Some also offer clothing or household supplies. Examples of the sites include:
- House of Bread Ministries in Lawton - Both meals and groceries may be given to qualified low income families. Call (580) 248-8519
- Holy Family Church ((580)536-6351) offers a combination of food, referrals to financial aid, and social services.
- There are several other places to try, and find Comanche County food pantries.
Free legal aid in Oklahoma
If you can’t afford an attorney, call Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma. Law professionals provide low to moderate income individuals with free, high quality legal representation and services. Both the elderly and low income get priority. Click here to learn more, or call 580-248-4675.
Medical services from health care clinic
Hearts That Care Volunteer Health Clinic (phone 580-354-9007) provides free health care. The clinic offers low income, the uninsured, and under insured with no cost, free health care and prescription medications. The facility focuses on the Lawton area, but people all across Comanche County can stop by to make an appointment.
|
