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Provides a reduction in property taxes for eligible senior citizens and disabled homeowners in the county. The reduction is equal to the taxes that would otherwise be charged on up to $25,000 of the market value of an eligible taxpayer's homestead. For example, a home with a market value of $100,000 is billed as if it is worth $75,000. The exact amount of savings varies by location but, overall, homeowners save an average of $300-400 for the tax year.

Provides reductions in property taxes for eligible homeowners in the county. Amount of reduction is calculated by exempting the first $50,000 of value on the property in question. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.

Offers financial assistance programs for veterans in need on a case by case basic with help for utilities, prescription assistance, rent or mortgage and just everyday living expenses.

The Capital Housing Program offers affordable housing options for people with disabilities. These houses are purchased with funding from the Ohio Department of DD and are located in a variety of neighborhoods in the community. This program does not cover any help an individual may need to live in their own home.

Provides financial assistance and/or vouchers for short term basic needs to eligible Veterans and dependent survivors who demonstrate a need. Includes but is not limited to clothing, food, toiletries, utility payments, rent payments, mortgage payments, insurance payments, and property tax payments. NOTE: No immediate assistance is available.

Provides temporary financial assistance to indigent veterans, spouse's dependent children, and surviving widows. Also aids in filing claims and applying for benefits.

Works with a variety of churches and organizations to provide temporary emergency financial aid for residents of Geauga County. Provides assistance with past due rent and mobile home lot payments (does not help with current month's rent). Also assists with utility bill payments (water, gas, electric), fuel oil, and propane. Will help with purchasing wood for heating. Does not help with phone bills. Provides gasoline vouchers for medical appointments or job interviews. Funds are limited and subject to availability and the amount of assistance provided may vary depending on what funds the agency has and the client’s situation. In all cases, agency will check to see if the client is eligible for assistance through other programs or agencies first. Payments are made directly to the vendor (not the client). In some situations, client may need to provide a co-payment for the service needed.

Prevents homelessness by targeting eviction prevention to those most at risk of homelessness. May provide housing problem solving, case management, and financial assistance. There is no guarantee of financial assistance availability.

The PRC program in Ohio helps families overcome immediate barriers to achieving or maintaining self-sufficiency. The program provides benefits and services to families who are in need of help with essential support to become self-sufficient. The PRC Program is designed to: - Prevent families from having to apply for OWF cash assistance when a crisis arises; - Help families retain employment by enhancing job skills , overcoming barriers and providing short-term assistance or wage supplementation if necessary. - Provide for contingent needs by helping families with nonrecurring urgent problems that could, if left unattended, result in families needing long-term public assistance. - Support families receiving OWF with services to enable them to become self-sufficient. Examples of short-term assistance through PRC include: - Shelter and utility assistance - Transportation assistance - Employment Related Supportive Services.

Provides limited financial assistance with paying for back property taxes. There is a limit to how much the agency can provide in assistance (and this may vary form case-to-case); the client may need to provide a co-payment to cover any back-taxes owed.

Assists with security deposit and/or first month's rent up to $1500. Funds are to establish a new household - not for back rent or ongoing rent needs.

Provides financial assistance for basic needs such as food, utilities, and rent through the Saint Vincent de Paul Society.

Provides rent/mortgage assistance up to $100.00. DO NOT HELP WITH DEPOSIT OR FIRST MONTH.

Provides supportive services for veterans and their families. Veteran must bring DD214 and complete initial screening application to determine eligibility. Funding for these services comes from the Department of Veteran Affairs.

PRC program was established in Ohio to help families overcome immediate barriers to achieving or maintaining self-sufficiency. The program provides benefits and services to families who are in need of help with essential support to become self-sufficient. The PRC Program is designed to: •Prevent families from having to apply for OWF cash assistance when a crisis arises; •Help families retain employment by enhancing job skills , overcoming barriers and providing short-term assistance or wage supplementation if necessary. •Provide for contingent needs by helping families with nonrecurring urgent problems that could, if left unattended, result in families needing long-term public assistance. •Support families receiving OWF with services to enable them to become self-sufficient. Examples of short-term assistance through PRC include: •Shelter and utility assistance •Transportation assistance •Employment Related Supportive Services

Financial assistance will be considered for transient lodging and/or housing when funding is available.

Provides financial and other supports to eligible young adults to assist in finding and maintaining safe and secure housing (possibly rent, deposit, and/or gas, electric or water utilities), food, clothing, personal care items, educational and training expenses, and other services that assist with transitioning from foster care to adulthood. Service includes regular meetings with a case manager to help direct the young adult and oversee payments for services. Assistance may be provided as long as the young adult remains eligible.

Provide rent and deposit assistance to those who are homeless or in danger of becoming homeless.

Offers financial assistance with rent, mortgage, electric, gas, heating fuel, water, telephone, and trash/recycling bills on a case-by-case basis. Funds are limited and may not always be available. Maximum amount of assistance is $300.

Service to the low income residents of Columbiana County including limited assistance with utilities and rent. Food pantry available during office hours.

Provides short term, temporary assistance in obtaining basic needs. Needs include, but are not limited to, the following: * Food * Shelter - rent, mortgage, lot rental * Utilities - electric, water, heating fuel * Clothing - situation dependent * Specific medical needs * Vehicle repairs - situation dependent No applicant will be approved for assistance more than 4 times in a 12 month period, with at least 30 days between assistance requests.

Statewide program administered by the County Auditor that offers qualifying homeowners a reduction on their real property or manufactured home taxes. The primary responsibilities of the homestead section are to assist taxpayers with the Homestead Exemption application process as well as maintain and update existing application records. The exemption, which takes the form of a credit on property tax bills, allows qualifying homeowners to exempt $26,200 of the market value of their homes from all local property taxes. For example, an eligible owner of a home with a market value of $100,000 will be billed as if the home were valued at $73,800. Homeowners who already receive the homestead exemption do not need to reapply every year.

Provides financial assistance up to $1,000 a year to eligible Veterans, spouses, dependent children, and widows who have demonstrated a need. These benefits may include assistance with paying utility bills or the provision of food.