Homeless Prevention Rental Assistance

Rapid Rehousing Rental Assistance

What is it?

Financial Assistance to currently homeless or unhoused individuals and families.

Must Do:

*If residing in Shawnee County, all rental assistance requests must go through a single access point, the Equity.Access.Shelter (EAS) Program at the City of Topeka. To schedule an intake with EAS, call 785-368-9533, email at EAS@topeka.org; or visit the website at www.topeka.org/eas/. 

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must meet the federal definition of homelessness;

• Provide proof of income (Social Security, wages, etc.) for the past 90 days demonstrating the applicant meets income eligibility guidelines;

• Provide a valid government issued photo ID;

• Secure a place to live within budget guidelines;

  And other specific information based on the applicant’s circumstance and request for assistance.

In accordance with federal civil rights laws, regulations, and policies, Community Action, Inc. is prohibited from discriminating against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, religious creed, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity when providing services.

Community Action, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Service Provider and an Equal Opportunity Employer.