|
|
August 7, 2020
New Program Provides Financial Help for Rent and Utility Bills to Lake County Residents Impacted by COVID-19
Lake County renters and homeowners who have been impacted by COVID-19 are invited to apply for a new program that offers financial assistance to help pay for rent, gas and electric bills.
The COVID Housing Relief Program is being funded by the Lake County Board, using federal dollars the county received through the federal CARES Act. The program offers financial assistance for up to three months of rent and/or utility bills for qualified residents who meet certain income guidelines. In order to qualify:
- You must be a Lake County resident.
- You must have recently lost income due to COVID-19, because of a job loss or other reasons, such as because you have to miss work to care for your school-age children. You can also qualify if you have a large unexpected medical cost.
- You must have limited savings.
- Your household must meet annual household income requirements.
To apply for the program, Lake County residents should call 211 or text their zip code to 898211 for more information and to get help. Applicants will be asked to fill out an application and provide evidence of their income and expenses. If approved, the money will be sent directly to the landlord or utility company.
In April, Lake County received $121.5 million as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed by Congress. The Lake County Board created a Special Committee dedicated to providing guidance and direction on the distribution of CARES Act funding to help the community recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The board allocated $5 million of that funding for utility bill and rental assistance.
For more information on eligibility and other requirements, view this fact sheet.
# # #
Contact
Arin Thrower
Chief Communications Officer
athrower@lakecountyil.gov
|
|
|
|
