EMERGENCY SHELTER ASSISTANCE | EMPOWERMENT OPPORTUNITY CENTER
360 East Marietta Street, Decatur, IL 62521
Eligibility
Must be considered homeless (living in a car, on the street, etc.) and must meet income guidelines
Required documents
None
Hours
Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Languages
English
Application process
Call for services
Fees
None
Service area
Macon County, Illinois
Description
When funds are available, can shelter low-income homeless families in an area motel and provide meals for a limited amount of time. During that time, the family is required to work toward stabilizing their family and look for a more permanent place to stay. The Emergency/Transitional Housing Grant through the Illinois Department of Human Services provides for the cost of shelter and some meals.
What's Here
Providing organization
EMPOWERMENT OPPORTUNITY CENTER
Provides critical support programs for those in need.