Emergency Financial Assistance Services
Emergency Financial Assistance provides short-term help with basic needs during a crisis so people living with HIV can prioritize their health and stay connected to care.
Who is this for?
- People living with HIV who are experiencing a short-term emergency that affects health or access to care
- Individuals whose income has decreased or whose essential expenses have unexpectedly increased
- People who have an urgent need related to basic shelter, utilities, transportation, or other approved essentials
What does it cover?
- Emergency housing-related needs when allowed by the program
- Utilities in qualifying emergency situations
- Transportation in qualifying emergency situations
- Food or other urgent essential needs when other resources are not available
- Certain medication or health-related emergency needs when other assistance programs cannot meet the need
How does it help?
- Payments are made directly to landlords, vendors, pharmacies, or service providers when approved.
- No cash is provided directly to clients.
- Emergency assistance is intended to address a short-term crisis and help the individual remain stable and connected to care.
Important Information
- Emergency Financial Assistance is limited and must meet program requirements.
- Staff may require documentation showing the urgent need and that other resources were not available.
- Availability and limits may vary based on funding and local program rules.
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