EMERGENCY/CRISIS ASSISTANCE | EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY (ERBA)

Financial assistance 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.

Physical Address

114 Andrew Street, Paris, IL 61944

Hours

Mon 10 am - 6 pm; Tue 8 am - 4 pm; Wed 8 am - 4 pm; Thu 8 am - 4 pm; Fri 8 am - 4 pm;

Application process

Call, visit in person, or schedule an appointment for services

Fee

None

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

Eligibility

Must meet income requirements, for rent assistance, applicant must have an eviction notice from the landlord, call for water assistance

Languages

English

Service area

Clark County, Illinois Edgar County, Illinois Lawrence County, Illinois Richland County, Illinois Cumberland County, Illinois Coles County, Illinois Jasper County, Illinois Crawford County, Illinois

Agency info

EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY (ERBA)

Provides critical support programs for those in need.