Salvation Army (The) - London - Centre of Hope

Application

Emergency Utility Assistance Program: To determine eligibility and complete intake application, call the United Way of Greater Simcoe toll free at 1-855-487-5327 * assistance with filling application can be obtained using procedure below

All other programs: Applications available by appointment only * to book appointment, call 519-964-3663 ext 300, email housing@centreofhope.ca

Eligibility / Target Population

Applicants must reside in London * must meet income requirements * must be employed or receiving a regular source of income, such as OW, ODSP, CPP or pension * must have paid back any previous loans to the Housing Stability Bank * must attend eligibility appointment

Fees

Free

Languages

English

Language Notes

Interpretation available upon request

Area Served

London

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

Financial assistance to low income Londoners to obtain and retain housing, and for those at risk of homelessness

Rental Assistance Program - Interest-free loans to assist with rental arrears, first month's rent (ODSP recipients only) and/or last month's rent

Emergency Utility Assistance - Grants (until grant funds are exhausted annually) or interest-free loans to assist with utility arrears (gas, electricity or water)

Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) - Ongoing assistance applied directly as credit on the bills of eligible low-income electricity consumers/households * credit amount based on the number of people living in the home and total household income

Housing Stability Bank