Provides security deposit, one month s rent, or a mortgage payment for eligible clients who are in danger of being evicted. Pays for prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs not covered by Medicaid or insurance, and helps pay for emergency medical or dental assistance. Helps pay utility bills such as natural gas and electric, and will also pay for bulk fuel (oil/propane). Can provide gasoline money or transit vouchers for approved transportation needs only (such as: job interview, doctor s appointment). Annual monetary caps per household are as follows: one month s mortgage payment up to a maximum of $500, security deposit or first month s rent $500, rental payment $400, utility payment $500, bulk fuel payment $500 (or minimum delivery amount), gasoline assistance $35 (or Geauga Transit passes), and medical/prescription assistance $300. Clients are not guaranteed to receive maximum amount.HOW SERVICE IS PROVIDED: On-siteWHO QUALIFIES: For all services must be a Geauga County resident at or below 125% Federal Poverty Guidelines. For security deposit, rental, or mortgage assistance: client must be at least 30 days behind with demonstrated ability to pay current and following month s rent. For utility assistance: must have been disconnected or be in threat of being disconnected. For medical/dental/prescription assistance: must be an emergency need (will not pay for past bills).HOURS OF SERVICE: M-F: 8:00am-4:30pmFEES: FreeREQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Photo I.D. and proof of income for all services. For rent assistance: proof of homelessness or impending homelessness (shelter letter, eviction notice, etc.); for mortgage assistance, documentation of reason(s) client is behind in payments. For medical assistance: documentation of medical need, insurance information if applicable. For utility assistance: a copy of current utility bill (must have account numbers for both gas and electric bills).HOW TO ACCESS: Phone for information and assistance M-F: 8:00am-4:30pm.SERVICE CONTACT PERSON: Receptionist will direct the caller.SUPPORTS FOR PERSONS WITH SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Will seek interpreters as needed.SITE DESCRIPTION: Government agency that promotes self-sufficiency and family stability by providing emergency financial assistance, employment services, child and adult protective services, child support services, Medicaid, food stamps, child development programming, and a wide variety of social services.TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS: Located on Ravenwood Dr. in the Chapman Job & Family Services Building, next to Geauga Hospital.WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY: ALL services accessible or available. This site has an accessible restroom. .. (continue to details page for more info and costs)
41.5790740,-81.2085309

Works with a variety of churches and charities to provide temporary emergency financial aid for residents of Geauga County. Provides assistance with the following: rent, mobile home lot payments, mortgage payments, utility bill payments (will only help with phone bill payments if there is a medical or emergency reason), fuel oil, gas money, home repair, furnace repair, and stranded traveler assistance (transportation only to adjacent counties). Does not help with car repair or diapers. Provides vouchers for clothing that may be used at thrift stores. Also provides financial assistance to access medical services, prescription medications (does not help with over the counter medications), and other urgent needs if deemed necessary and appropriate. Funds are limited, subject to availability, and given at the discretion of the charitable organization. Payments will generally not exceed $500, and the typical amount given is less than $350. Money will not go directly to the client.HOW SERVICE IS PROVIDED: By phone; By mailWHO QUALIFIES: Serves residents of Geauga County. Individuals seeking assistance must first apply with Geauga County Job and Family Services before contacting United Way. Households may only receive assistance for the SAME service ONCE in a 12-month period. For rent/lot payment/mortgage - must be 30 days late or in threat of eviction. For utility assistance - must be in threat of disconnect.HOURS OF SERVICE: M-F: 8:00am-4:30pm.FEES: FreeREQUIRED DOCUMENTS: May require proof of residency as well as rent agreements or bills if applicable. For utility bill assistance - must have disconnect notice.HOW TO ACCESS: Must have first contacted Geauga County Job and Family Services for assistance. If asssistance cannot be aquired from GCJFS, then phone for information or service M-F: 12:30pm-4:30pm. May call anytime and leave a message. Calls are generally returned the same business day or always by two business days.SERVICE CONTACT PERSON: Receptionist will direct the callSUPPORTS FOR PERSONS WITH SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Contracts with a language line service to provide interpretation in over 140 languages.SITE DESCRIPTION: Operates as a private sector agency that builds partnerships, conducts research into community needs, and engages in fund raising and budgets. Plans and allocates funds to various health and human service programs. Convenes and funds partnerships focused on solutions for Geauga County s health and human service priorities. Develops partnerships with agencies, businesses, government, foundations and others to improve services to the community and increase awareness of these services. Operates the Volunteer Center, which connects volunteers to area organizations.TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS: Located near the intersection of Center St. (Rt. 44) and Washington St. near the post office.WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY: ALL services accessible or available. This site has an accessible restroom. .. (continue to details page for more info and costs)
41.5831030,-81.2086940

Provides assistance with food, shelter (rent or mortgage), and utility bills for families of active military personnel. Assistance is in the form of vouchers. Amount of assistance depends on the number of dependents left behind after deployment. Also available to make community presentations about their services.HOW SERVICE IS PROVIDED: On-site. In cases of serious disability, home visit for intake may be possible - this is decided on a case-by-case basis.WHO QUALIFIES: Must be a legal resident of Geauga County for 90 days prior to making application for financial assistance. Can be a spouse, dependent child or widow of an honorably discharged veteran, or a parent receiving V. A. benefits. Must be suffering a level of poverty that can be demonstrated in real hardship and deprivation. Considers many factors when determining financial need including income from work, benefits from County, State and the Federal Government, and the claimant s living expenses and assets. Military family member must be deployed for other than training purposes. Reserves must have been activated by presidential (federal) order, not state.HOURS OF SERVICE: By appointmentFEES: FreeREQUIRED DOCUMENTS: A DD214 (or equivalent), proof of residency, proof of household income, W2 s, copies of all current monthly bills, landlord statement, if applicable.HOW TO ACCESS: Phone for an appointment M-F: 8:00am-4:00pm.SERVICE CONTACT PERSON: Intake ClerkSITE DESCRIPTION: Assists veterans and their families with financial aid, problem assessment, and benefits advocacy.TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS: Located on the East side of Rte. 44, Northwest of the Village Square (Opposite Carter Lumber).WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY: ALL services accessible or available. This site has an accessible restroom. .. (continue to details page for more info and costs)
41.5915160,-81.2244960