Emergency Financial Assistance
Losing stable housing can significantly worsen health outcomes for individuals living with HIV, leading to missed doctor appointments and challenges in accessing pharmacies for essential medications. To address these issues, the Delaware HIV Consortium operates an Emergency Financial Assistance (EFA) program to provide financial support to individuals living with HIV who meet specific requirements.
Types of Assistance
Rental Assistance
Help with payments for housing, such as rent for houses, apartments, or motels.
Utility Assistance
Covers essential utility bills like electricity, oil, propane, natural gas, and water.
Eligibility Criteria
Residency
Must be a Delaware resident.
HIV Status
Must be a person living with HIV (PLWH).
Income
Income must be at or below 300% of the federal poverty level (FPL).
Financial Limits
Frequency
You can receive assistance once every 90 days,with a maximum of two assistance payments in a rolling 12-month period.
Amount
Up to $700 per request, with a yearly limit of $1,400 (based on Delaware’s fiscal year, which runs from April through March).
Important Notes
Essential Utilities
Only essential utilities are covered (electricity, natural gas, water, propane).
Nonessential Utilities
Nonessential utilities like telephone, garbage removal, cable, and internet are not covered.
More Info
For more information or assistance, individuals should have their certified HIV case manager contact the Delaware HIV Consortium.