Housing Support offered at Northwest Community Action Center

706 Rentschler Lane, Toppenish, WA 98948

Eligibility

Rapid Re-Housing is for Yakima residents who are homeless only, prioritizing low-income families with children, disabled individuals, and seniors who are chronically homeless (being homeless more than one year). Eviction Prevention prioritizes Yakima residents who have a current eviction letter.

Hours

M-F, 8am-5pm.

(509) 865-7630

Voice

https://www.yvfwc.com/service/housing-support-services/

Application process

Visit website to submit inquiry or call to discuss application process. Contact DSHS to qualify for HEN.

Fees

None.

Service area

Yakima, WA

Description

Rapid Re-Housing Provides short-term help for homeless Yakima residents to quickly return to stable housing. Participants may receive funds for security deposits and move-in expenses, as well as rent. Eviction Prevention Provides one-time prevention rental assistance to low-income Yakima County residents. Collaborates with Northwest Justice Project and Central Washington Legal Aid to prioritize individuals with a current eviction letter. Limitations on arrears paid and funding availability. HEN Provides essential needs items and limited financial assistance for those who are low-income and not able to work for at least 90 days due to their physical and/or mental health. DSHS determines who qualifies for referral to the HEN program. Services provided through the HEN Program may include: - Limited rent - Move-in costs - Personal health and hygiene items - Cleaning supplies - Transportation assistance

What's Here

Rapid Re-Housing Programs Homeless Diversion Programs Rent Payment Assistance Rental Deposit Assistance Personal/Grooming Supplies Housing Related Coordinated Entry

Providing organization

Northwest Community Action Center

NCAC is part of a group known as “America’s Poverty Fighting Network.” NCAC helps those who are at-risk and low-income so they can reach a greater level of self-support. To do this, we advocate and work with local communities and businesses. NCAC serves the mid and lower Yakima Valley. We provide Housing Support Services, Utility Assistance Services, Weatherization Services and Community Education Services.