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

100 Washington, Robinson, IL 62454

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;

Voice

(618) 544-8811

Main | Robinson Senior Citizen Center

Voice

(618) 592-3111

Main | Oblong Senior Citizen Center Nutrition Line

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

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

Agency info

EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY (ERBA)

Provides critical support programs for those in need.