Help with an eviction or rehousing in Lane County.
Find some of the main resources in the Lane County area that can be used to stop an eviction. There are homeless prevention and rehousing programs for low-income families or single people as well as the homeless. Get emergency help in Eugene and Lane County when being evicted.
These programs are available as a result of donations from the community (such as collections done by the United Way or Catholic Charities) as well as HUD housing grants. However no matter how much money is made available, they will not be nearly as effective at delaying or stopping an eviction as they are without the support of non-profits as well as volunteer organizations in Lane County. No one agency in itself can stop all of the evictions that occur each year in Eugene.
Emergency help in Eugene OR area with an eviction
When applying for help, the first thing to do is to seek assistance as soon as possible. This should be done before the family has been issued an eviction or disconnection notice from their landlord or energy company. Once a resident facing homelessness asks for help, this will start the process.
Some of the main resources in the community are as follows. Call the referral line at the number below in order to start the application process.
- Legal aid – Attorneys as well as paralegals from pro-bono law firms in Eugene deal with civil issues, including illegal evictions, tenant complaints, and court representation.
- Federal government grants – The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) can provide funds for financial needs, such as rent, energy bills, and housing costs.
- Case management – This homeless prevention services includes budgeting workshops and financial counseling. Local charities, such as the Community Sharing Program of South Lane County, offer this for struggling families facing eviction.
- Landlord and tenant mediation – This can be arranged by non-profit law firms. An impartial evaluation will take place between all parties to find a solution other than eviction.
- Veterans SSVF – This is another HUD program for veterans and their families. It combined financial aid for rent or bills to rehousing, legal support, and ongoing advice.
- PHA – Public Housing Authorities – These organizations in Lane County can be relied upon for services such as section 8 housing applications or placement into supportive housing. Homes for Good Housing Agency at 100 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401 (call (541) 682-3755) is the leading agency. More on section 8 in Oregon.
- Referrals – In many cases, the applicant will not qualify for help. In these instances, the tenant with a pay or quit notice will be referred to other charities in the region. Programs to prevent an eviction are also offered by Catholic Community Services, which has centers in both Springfield and Eugene OR.
- Senior citizens and the disabled – There are supportive housing units in the community that can be used for those facing imminent homelessness.
Anyone seeking eviction help should be prepared to show a formal letter from their landlord, proof of income, and be able to explain in full detail why they are struggling. If the hardship was not caused by them, but was a true crisis, then the tenant is more likely to receive assistance. On the other hand, people living beyond their means or that caused their own financial hardship are much less likely to be assisted.
Rehousing programs for the homeless
Separate from those programs is Rehousing for the homeless or the low income that can't afford their home. This is never the preferred option in Lane County for those threatened with an eviction, but rehousing can also stop homelessness. In fact, this approach, if it is done pro-actively, is often more effective then placing a family into a shelter or some other form of emergency short term housing. It is also better for the client so they are not living on the streets.
This too uses funds from the government as well as donations. For families that are enrolled into a rehousing program, the main difference is the money is used for paying expenses such as rental or utility deposits or even moving costs. Some agencies in Eugene or Springfield Oregon will even rehouse a family into a free motel for a few days while a more permanent home is located.
Of course no matter whether the client has their eviction stopped or whether they are rehoused, all of this will be for naught if they are not given the skills needed to break the cycle of homelessness. This is where the non-profits will mandate case management as a homeless prevention tool.
This process will usually take place over the course of several weeks or even months. The length will depend on the client's need, their current financial situation, and what resources are available in the larger Lane County community. Even after the resident has moved into a more stable living environment, they can always continue to call on one of these agencies for support.
Phone number and contact information
There are multiple government organizations and charities that offer homeless prevention-rehousing. The primary referral line in the community is local charities at 541-461-8688 or 541-345-3628. For details on these eviction prevention programs or other suggestions, a customer support member can offer this advice.
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