- Description
- Offers a rapid response intervention to stop an imminent eviction or utility disconnection.
Service provides:
- a multi-faceted, rapid response intervention delivered by existing multi-program, human service organizations to stop an imminent eviction and / or a utility disconnection
Includes:
- access to funds (no-interest loans) to pay late rent, utilities, or other costs that need to be paid in order to stop eviction
- support with repayment plans
- interventions / services designed to ensure that causes of the eviction are effectively addressed to avoid future reoccurrences
- supports to address issues such as ongoing housing, income / employment, or other contributing factors that will help increase financial stability and maintain permanent housing
- supports to negotiate with landlords / utility companies, assistance to find and apply for any benefits or grants
- financial coaching
Key Provider: social workers - Eligibility
- Yes, Service targeted to:
- individuals and families
- who reside in the City of Edmonton
- with low income (some source of income is required; no specific income threshold for low income)
- who are currently in housing and facing eviction
- who are willing to commit to and engage in the support plan process
- Application Process
- Service Access: Application Required, To access service:
- visit website for screening and application form
Referral Process: No
Waiting Period: No,
- Telephone
- 780-423-2285 Ext. 122 (Office)
- Fax
- 780-441-3560
- Web Site
- http://www.bissellcentre.org
- communitybridge@bissellcentre.org
- Languages
- English - Interpreter services may be available. Contact for more information.
- Fees
- Fee: No
Fee Reduction: No
Membership Fee: No - Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Includes:- ramps
- automatic doors
- elevators
- Topic(s)
- Agency Information
- View Agency Profile
- Last Verified On
- August 27, 2024
- Address
- 10527 96 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T5H 2H6
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Mon08:30 AM to 04:30 PMTue08:30 AM to 04:30 PMWed08:30 AM to 04:30 PMThu08:30 AM to 04:30 PMFri08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Closed statutory holidays.