Craighead County, AR Assistance Programs

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Craighead County.

Craighead County Utility Assistance (LIHEAP)

2401 Fox Meadow Lane
Jonesboro, AR - 72404
(870) 802-7100
Utility Assistance Hours: Monday and Wednesday 8:30 am - 11:30 am 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides eligible households with help in paying utility bills. The program pays benefits of fixed amounts based on household income. An additional benefit is available to eligible households having a high energy burden. Eligibility is based on annualized income and the number of members in the household. The Summer program will assist with regular electric bills or shut off notices. All payments are made directly to the vendor. Special provisions are made for those households whose utility cost is included in their rent and those living in subsidized housing. What to bring when you apply Proof of Income for all household members 18 years and older from previous month. State or government issued ID. Social Security Numbers and Birthdates of every household member. Copy of utility bills gas, electric, and/or propane. Proof of Social Security, SSI, Retirement, Pensions, Workmans Comp, Disability, Unemployment, Child Support, Foster Care Support, VA Benefit s and/or Utility Allowance All from the Previous month for any member of the household that receives benefit. Knowledge of resources such as checking, savings, and other asset totals IF YOU DO NOT HAVE INCOME: Zero Income Documentation Form must be completed along with verifiable contribution and/or collateral statements to show how bills have been paid. Print-out of unemployment for all household members who are 18 years of age or older is required. Unemployment printouts can now be printed at CRDC. *Please be advised that you might be asked for further documentation at time of interview when submitting application. ..

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BRAD - Walnut Ridge Senior Wellness Center

504 SE Southern Ave
Walnut Ridge, AR - 72467
(870)886-7554
The Senior Wellness Centers are open 5 days per week. Our Central kitchen is located at 1302 Pace Road in Pocahontas. These Centers serve as focal points for senior services in the community with emphasis in Health and Wellness issues. Senior Centers make available to persons 60 + and to a spouse of an active participant the following services that foster the health and well being of older persons. All meals served are USDA approved and meet the 1/3 RDA...

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Monette Senior Life Center

504 South Williams Street
Monette, AR - 72447
(870)486-2480
Each of the St. Bernards Senior Life Centers provide vital, active meeting places for senior adults as well as a variety of recreational and educational opportunities. Lunch is served daily from Monday through Friday. The Centers also provide transportation, social support, physical activity and care-giving, as well as volunteer opportunities. ..

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Lake City Senior Life Center

401 Walnut Street
Lake City, AR - 72437
(870)237-1077
Each of the St. Bernards Senior Life Centers provide vital, active meeting places for senior adults as well as a variety of recreational and educational opportunities. Lunch is served daily, Monday through Friday. The Centers also provide transportation, social support, physical activity and care-giving, as well as volunteer opportunities...

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Jonesboro Senior Life Center

707 East Washington
Jonesboro, AR - 72401
(870)207-7611
Each of the St. Bernards Senior Life Centers provide vital, active meeting places for senior adults as well as a variety of recreational and educational opportunities. Lunch is served daily, Monday through Friday. The Centers also provide transportation, social support, physical activity and care-giving, as well as volunteer opportunities...

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Family Crisis Center Jonesboro

PO Box 721
Jonesboro, AR - 72403
(870) 933-9449
They provide immediate crisis care, support, and hope to those individuals and their families. They aim to keep individuals in Northeast Arkansas safe by protecting their legal rights, offering counseling and education, offering methods of support, keeping them from harms way and being their voice. ..

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Caraway Senior Life Center

305 North New York Avenue
Caraway, AR - 72419
(870)482-3348
Each of the St. Bernard Senior Citizens' Life Centers offers important, active meeting places for seniors, as well as various recreational and educational opportunities. The centers also offer transport, social support, physical activity and support, as well as volunteering opportunities. Lunch is served daily from Monday to Friday...

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