Emergency Assistance

The Emergency Assistance Program is designed to give financial assistance and counseling to the needy. It is our desire to help clients identify their core problem (depression, alcoholism, lack of budgeting skills, lack of education / training) so that we are able to address that rather than simply treating the client's problems (utilities, food, rent, etc..).

This is done through interviewing the client and making appropriate referrals to other agencies and professionals in the community. This program is a "hand up" not a "hand out". Along with our financial assistance comes responsibility. The client must show a desire to change their present situation of dependency to one of independence. If a client does not follow through with the agreed upon plan, they will not be assisted in the future. This program is not for the client who receives all the government subsidies and is not trying to change, it is for the person who is falling through the cracks of our system (The working poor person with catastrophic illnesses or someone in a temporary crisis).

Our process:

If you are seeking assistance, you will need to come in to our office for an interview. Interviews are normally on Monday-Thursday. We open the door at 8 am and take clients on a first come first served basis. We are limited to 8 clients everyday. If for some reason our office is closed for interviews a sign will be posted on the door in advance, unless in case of emergencies.

For more information please contact:
Vernita Boone

864-226-2273, ext. 121