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Hopwa - Housing Opportunities For Persons Living With Hiv/Aids | Equitas Health

410 Park Avenue West, Suite 5 (rear), Mansfield, OH 44906

HIV positive status. Household income must not exceed 300% of Federal Poverty Level. Reside in our service area. Documentation of proof of crisis. The HOPWA program is not available to people living in subsidized housing or people who have accessed the PIPP program. Strict eligibility guidelines: -REQUIRED: documentation of proof of attempted assistance at another local agency for rent/mortage &/or utilities PRIOR to applying through Equitas Health (EX: Catholic Charities, Community Action, Salvation Army) -CANNOT be receiving any form of subsidized housing -CANNOT be receiving/or have accessed PIPP assistance
Appointment only. * Call Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm to schedule.
(800) 332-2437

Voice - voice | Ohio Hotline Toll-Free

(833) 968-0317

Fax - fax | This is an email fax system

(419) 525-2437

Voice - voice | Ext #3200 is for attendant and voicemail

Language Line We can also link with Catalyst for those who have visual and/or hearing impairment.

Telephone referrals accepted, Intake by appointment only. Those seeking this service will need to bring documents for determining eligibility: Identification, medical status (HIV positive), proof of county of residence (utility bill, award letter, lease agreement), and income verification (pay stubs, award letter, etc).

No fees.

Richland County, Ohio
Ashland County, Ohio
Huron County, Ohio

Description

HOPWA assists Equitas Health clients and any HIV positive clients in paying rent, mortgage, electric, gas and water bills to prevent homelessness or interruption of utility service in an emergency situation. Case management services can include: budgeting, counseling, education, referrals to resources, advocacy, and transportation.

Providing organization

Equitas Health

Provides Ryan White case management, prevention, education and support services.