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 - Population(s) Served
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 Note
Interpretation available upon request
Area(s) 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
The Housing Stability Bank, formerly known as The Rent Bank, is offered by the Housing Support Services of The Salvation Army Centre of Hope and in cooperation with the City of London
Wheelchair Accessible