There are Non Profit Resources across the country that help single mothers pay their bills when they fall on hard times. These are a few of those groups.
Overall Help
Community Action Organizations take on the responsibility of helping families in need with everything from utility bill assistance to job training and a plethora of other services. They are located across the country and one near you can be found by visiting their web page.
American Red Cross gives help to military families, helps with utility costs, provides assistance when a disaster strikes and helps individuals when they are experiencing any emergency. There are local branches located in every state across the U.S. To get in touch with the organization, find the chapter near you.
Help with FoodFeeding America has locations in all 50 states. They dispense food to single mothers in need. More information can be found by calling (800) 771-2303.
No Kid Hungry is focused on ending child hunger in America. They work together to provide kids with food over the summer months through various food banks and other programs. Details can be discovered by calling (800)969-4767.
Help with Shelter and Housing
Mercy Housing is found in almost every state. They offer low-cost housing in apartments and some homes to seniors, single mothers, disabled, and low-income families. One near you can be found by visiting the website or by calling (303) 830-3300.
National Coalition for the Homeless is a combination of groups, charities, and organizations that work together to provide information to single mothers that need help with housing. They are helpful to those that are up against an eviction, anyone looking for short-term housing, emergencies, and more. Reach them at (202) 462-4822.
Help with Energy and Utilities for single moms
Catholic Charity financial aid is obtainable through over 3,000 offices across the nation. They help families with utility and energy bills regardless of their background. The types of funds available are going to vary from state to state. Find an office near you by visiting this web page.
Help with Medical and Dental Care for single moms
Children’s Health Fund offers free healthcare to medically underserved kids in the United States. They help with care, costs, and services no matter what the ability to pay is. They can be reached by calling (212) 535-9400.
Dispensary of Hope is a program that helps people who could otherwise not afford their medications to get the prescriptions they need at little to no cost. Instead of medicines being wasted, they are donated by manufacturers. Physicians have more samples to give out, and pharmacies get the medicines they require to hand out to their customers that need them. Details can be learned by calling (888) 428-HOPE.
Single mother Help with Financial Counseling
GreenPath Debt Solutions is a center that provides customers with counseling in relation to mortgage payments, home loans, medical bills that are past due, credit card debt, and bankruptcy. They can be reached by calling 1 (800) 550-1961.
Get the single mother help necessary no matter what it is you require or where you are located by contacting these helpful charities listed above.
Additional Resources
- Rental Housing- Need to Knowhttps://www.uaahq.org/801-487-5619
- Centers for Disease Control & Preventionhttps://www.cdc.gov/800-232-4636
- Coronavirus Utah.Govhttps://coronavirus.utah.gov/800-456-7707
- Workforce Serviceshttps://jobs.utah.gov/covid19/index.html
Education.
- Head Start Programshttps://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/programs/article/head-start-programs866-763-6481
- UPSTART Kindergarten Readiness Programhttps://www.waterfordupstart.org
- Federal Pell Grant scholarships https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
Nutrition.
- School Breakfast Programhttps://www.fns.usda.gov/sbp/school-breakfast-program
- Special Milk Programhttps://www.fns.usda.gov/smp/special-milk-program801-538-7680
- Utah Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic801-538-6960
- Utah Summer Food Servicehttps://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/summer-food-service-program
- SNAPhttps://jobs.utah.gov/customereducation/services/foodstamps/requirements.html800-331-4341
Health.
- UT Medicaidhttps://medicaid.utah.govhttps://www.medicaidplanningassistance.org/medicaid-eligibility-utah800-662-9651
- CHIP ProgramServices under the CHIP program include: well child exams, sick visits, prescriptions, dental, emergency room visits, hospital care, urgent care visits, eye exams, and other related services. There are no co-payments required for any preventive (e.g. well-child checkups and immunizations), CHIP emphasizing preventive care.https://www.medicaid.gov/chip/index.html1-877-KIDS-NOW (543-7669).
Housing.
- Housing VouchersSection 8 housing choice vouchers are another option for very low income families and single moms to receive rental assistance in Utah. A portion of a residents rental expenses can be paid for by this government funded program. For question about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers call 800-955-2232.
- Home Energy Assistance Training (HEAT) Programhttps://www.utahca.org/heat-program/Call toll-free to speak to Rhonda, Brian or Sanobi (ext. 80057, 80014 or ext. 80010 respectively) of the HEAT Program: 866-205-4357
- Making Home Affordable (MHA) ProgramHelps homeowners obtain mortgage relief and avoid foreclosure. Unemployed homeowners may temporarily reduce or suspend mortgage payments. www.makinghomeaffordable.gov(888) 995-HOPE (4673)
General & Financial.
- UT Department of Workforce Serviceshttps://jobs.utah.gov/
- Credit CounselingA counseling agency can be contacted by single moms who are struggling with paying their bills, mortgage, or debts (such as medical or credit card). People can get back on a strong financial footing by receiving free advice and services. To contact the Consumer Credit Counseling Service call 435-986-9223.
- Salvation ArmyAdministering programs in Utah, the Salvation Army is a leading non-profit agency. Including both financial assistance and other support such as free food, meals, clothing, case management, and vouchers, the services offered are wide ranging.https://www.salvationarmyusa.org
- Utah Family Employment ProgramThrough employment and child support the Utah Family Employment Program aims to offer unemployed or underemployed single moms and two parent families opportunities to increase family income.866-435-7414
- Unemployment InsuranceCompensation is provided by the Utah Unemployment Insurance program to single moms who are unemployed through no fault of their own and are able and available for and actively seeking work.801-526-4400 (Salt Lake metro area) / 801-612-0877 (Weber/Davis counties) / 801-375-4067 (Utah county)