THAW (The Heat And Warmth) Program
The Heat And Warmth Program provides emergency financial
reflief to cover the cost of utility bill arrears in order to avoid
disconnection of service. THAW is available to households once every 2
years. Applicants must meet income
criteria, have received a final
or disconnection notice, have paid at least $50 in the past 4 months
towards
the utility and be the person named on the bill. The program starts January 2, 2009 and operates until funding is exhausted.
Applications are completed
at the Centre of Hope and the
following satellite locations. Call the location nearest you for more
information or to schedule an appointment:
| Centre of Hope: | 519-661-0343 Ext 300 |
| Crouch Neighbourhood
Resource Centre: |
519-642-7630 |
| ELUCO: |
519-451-3709 |
| Glencairn Community Resource
Centre: | 519-668-2745 |
| LUSO Community Services: |
519-452-1466 |
| St.
Paul’s Daily Bread: |
519-434-8979 |
| Merrymount Children's Centre: | 519-434-6848 |
| South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre | 519-686-8600 |
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Winter Warmth Program
Winter Warmth provides financial assistance of up to $450 to
Middlesex County residents for Union Gas arrears. Winter Warmth
operates beginning December 1, until May 2009. For more information
contact Housing Support Services at 519-661-0343 Ext.300. Applications
are completed by appointment only.
Rent Bank
The Rent Bank provides an interest-free loan to assist
tenants to maintain safe, affordable housing and avoid eviction. Applicants
must meet income criteria and have an ongoing source of income which is not
Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program; must be in the process of
eviction (in receipt of an N4 or L1) and the housing must be sustainable and
protected under the Residential Tenancy Act.
All loans are repaid through a preauthorized payment plan
negotiated upon approval of the loan.
The H.O.M.E.S. Program
The Housing Outreach for Maintenance, Education and
Stability Program
The H.O.M.E.S. Program is a 6-8 week life skills program, intended
for individuals and families who may have barriers or issues related to
obtaining or maintaining housing, or would like to learn more about
resources the community offers in relation to rental housing.
Workshop topics include:
- Money Management
- Landlord and Tenant Rights
- Housing 101: Getting Started in Your Home
- Wellness: Communication, Stress Management and
Conflict Resolution
- Social Assistance 101: OW & ODSP
- Home Maintenance / Healthy Homes
- Healthy Eating on a Budget
- Home Safety and Security
The program is offered in partnership with over 10
community agencies in London. Individuals who participate in the program receive take-home kits,
as well as a certificate of completion to present to potential landlords. Sessions
are held in various locations throughout the city. This program is funded by Citigroup.
For more information
and to find out about upcoming sessions please contact Housing Support Services
at the Centre of Hope 519-661-0343 ext. 291.
Water Filter Fund
You may be eligible for up to $100.00 to purchase an on-tap
water filter system and replacement cartridges that will remove lead
content from your drinking water.
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Application Process
Applications are completed by appointment only. Evening and
weekend appointments available.
THAW applications are completed at satellite sites
throughout the City of London. Applicants may contact our information
line, 519-661-0343, for locations and contact
information.
