Lake Andes, South Dakota
ARRA FUNDING HAS ARRIVED!
We have several new programs provided by the Federal ARRA Funding. Each program requires an application and income verification process. Clients must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Line. To see the income guidelines, click here.
The new income guideline is higher than many assistance programs. Please contact us to find out if your household qualifies for these exciting new programs designed to assist lower and middle income individuals and households.
Emergency Basic Needs Assistance - ROCS will provide assistance, within program limits, with past due or disconnected utilities (electric, water/sewer, etc...), propane/fuel oil.
ROCS will also be able to help with first months rent, rental deposits or utility deposits.
Past Due Rent/Past Due Mortgages - ROCS will provide assistance with past due rent or past due mortgages for clients who are on the verge of being evicted or foreclosed upon.
Public Transportation Passes - ROCS will provide public transportation passes for clients who have public transportation available for work, medical appointments, day care, school, shopping, etc...
New Employment Program - ROCS will provide vouchers for the purchase of clothing/equipment/shoes, or gasoline or public transportation for clients who have recently been hired or will be starting regular full or part time employment.
Eye Health Program - ROCS will provide vouchers for individuals and families to help with eye health costs including exams, glasses/contacts. Clients will be eligible for up to two vouchers per household. NO LONGER AVAILABLE - FUNDING EXPENDED
Prescription Program - ROCS will provide pre-payment on pharmacy accounts for individuals and families who need assistance with prescription costs or co-payments. Clients will be eligible for up to $600 per household.
ROCS will also be providing assistance to local food pantries, as well as food vouchers for clients and emergency gasoline for emergency situations.
To apply for any of these programs or if you have questions, please contact your local outreach provider or the Lake Andes office.
In Davison, Jerauld and Aurora Counties, contact Dave Strohmayer at 605.996.9626
Rural Office of Community Services, Inc.
214 Main Street, Lake Andes, SD 57356 ~ Phone: 605-487-7634 Fax: 605-487-7883
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