Emergency/Crisis Assistance | Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA)
Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA) - Richland County
306 East Main, Olney, IL 62450
Eligibility
Must meet income requirements, for rent assistance, applicant must have an eviction notice from the landlord, call for water assistance
Required documents
Proof of income for past 90 days for all family members, photo ID for applicant, Social Security cards for all family members, others upon request
Hours
Mon 10 am-6 pm, Tue-Fri 8 am-4 pm
(618) 395-2714
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call, visit in person, or schedule an appointment for services
Fees
None
Service area
Richland County, IL
Lawrence County, IL
Jasper County, IL
Edgar County, IL
Cumberland County, IL
Crawford County, IL
Coles County, IL
Clark County, IL
Douglas County, IL
Financial assistance available (when funding is available) to income eligible applicants who have suffered a loss of income through an event that was out of their control. These funds can be used to pay one month rent (no deposits) for those in danger of being evicted from their home due to nonpayment of rent. Assistance is also available to help with water bills.
Last assured
04/25/2025
Providing organization
Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA)
Provides critical support programs for those in need.