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Alabama Assistance Programs. The state of Alabama has many churches, government, and community programs to help struggling families with bills and other issues. No matter what county you live in, if you qualify financially, you can get the help you need to keep your family going. It is essential to reach out for help as soon as you have a problem. Keep the names and phone numbers of agencies that can assist you. If you need help with rent, mortgage, utilities, or food, contact the agencies below. We will tell you where to go for assistance with rent and other bills. This is a List of Alabama Financial Assistance Programs SNAP Food Benefits The SNAP/Food Stamp Programs help millions of families with access to food benefits. You can purchase groceries with SNAP benefits anywhere they accept SNAP. The Food and Nutrition Service works with communities, educators, and religious. These organizations help educate meal providers to make healthy food choices: financially qualified citizens and United States residents. Find out if you qualify for SNAP benefits. Use SNAP's pre-screening tool. National School Feeding Programs This provides free and discounted school breakfast and lunches to disadvantaged children who meet the U.S. Federal poverty guidelines 334-242-1988. These children usually also qualify for the Special Milk Program, may also qualify for Free School Breakfast 334-242-1988, and the Summer Food Service Programs (SFSP), 334-242-1988. Family Assistance Program Financial assistance helps low-income families meet basic needs and maintain family stability. Preference is given to eligible families with dependent children or full-time students under 19. Vocational school or taking technical training. (334) 242-1773 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) SNAP is provided to families with children and single families that qualify financially. These benefits help prevent food shortages and improve nutrition in struggling families. (334) 242-1310. Link-Up You also qualify for Link-Up assistance if you qualify for Lifeline. This program gives customers credit to help pay to set up new phone service. You can get a discount on the landline phone service. If you believe you qualify, contact your local phone company. LifeLine Phone Assistance Another program you may be interested in is Lifeline is a program which gives free and discount phone service to residential and cell phone users. This low-income benefit is available to participate in government programs like SSI, SNAP, WIC, Medicaid, Section 8, and SNAP. Families are allowed one Lifeline credit per household. Alabama assistance programs like LifeLine help families, the elderly, and the disabled obtain affordable phone service and free cellular phones. If you receive federal assistance, you may qualify for this free government phone initiative. Alabama Weatherization Assistance Program Funding by the U.S. Department of Energy funds this energy program. The ADEC works with community action programs. Together they provide weatherization assistance to needy families—this state-wide program in action in 67 counties in Alabama. ADECA handles funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Weatherization Assistance program. Weatherization Assistance includes: "mitigating outside air infiltration into the conditioned space of the home, installing attic, wall and floor insulation, sealing ductwork, performing HVAC system tune-ups and repairs, repairing leaky and/or faulty windows and doors and replacing..." The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) This program helps low-income households make repairs to make homes more energy-efficient. The goal is to lower energy costs to households. Your family income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines to receive help from this program. For more info call, 205-323-6674 or 334-242-5373. Low-Income High Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Low-Income High Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income Alabama residents pay for energy bills. The U.S. government issues block grants to the states. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Contact LIHEAP by calling 334-242-4909. Section 8 Housing Section 8 Housing can include apartments, public housing, or private homes. Three programs help low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled by paying a portion of the rent. Help is provided according to their income needs. Low-income residents can get a portion of their rent paid from Housing and Urban Development Section 8 housing vouchers. Click on the links below to find out in-depth info about each program. You May Also Want To Read Christmas Assistance Programs Christmas assistance programs. The Salvation Army and other charities help low-income families keep holiday traditions. These holiday assistance incentives work with charities, government, and community organizations that provide Thanksgiving and Christmas food baskets, holiday meals, free Christmas toys, gifts and, financial help to needy families during the holidays. You may also be eligible for assistance with bills. Many are struggling financially and would … Continue reading. Help Paying the Rent Emergency Rent Assistance – Losing your home can be devastating. Eviction prevention assistance is the first line of defense against homelessness. Government agencies, charities, and community action groups are available to help you stay in your home or apartment. If you face eviction and cannot pay your most important bill, you probably need immediate help! There are many organizations both … Continue reading. I Need Financial Assistance with Bills I Need Financial Assistance with Bills – We have received many questions from people wanting to know if they qualify for financial assistance with their bill or not. There are government, community outreach programs, and charities that offer assistance. You must, however, meet certain criteria to be eligible for financial help. The US Federal Poverty Guideline is how the government … Continue reading

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