Looking for rental assistance in Kenosha, WI

(Request from La Shawn in Kenosha, Wisconsin) hello! My name is La Shawn and I am looking for some rental assistance. I am looking for help to keep a roof over my family head… Yes I do have a 5 day notice from the landlord.

Dear LaShawn,

That five-day notice that you received indicates that you have got to act quickly in order to protect yourself. Keep in mind that even if your landlord kicks you out of your property that does not absolve you from any remaining rents that are owed based on the term of your rental contract.

What is can be more important to you in the short-term though is making sure that you have a safe place to call home so that you have somewhere to go when you may no longer occupy your current rental unit. A rental loan is one option but only if you are employed. Rental assistance is generally a preferred option if you qualify. We were able to find some resources that are available to you in Kenosha which may be able to help you with one or more of your current needs.

St. Vincent de Paul Kenosha

One program that may be able to provide some cash assistance or help with related costs is St. Vincent de Paul Kenosha. This religious-based program helps dozens of lower income individuals and families get through emergency situations. An eviction is certainly a type of emergency.

In order to be considered for help you would need to contact the organization directly so that you can arrange for an interview as well as to complete an application. Call 262-764-1985 so that you may speak with a representative who can help you evaluate your needs and qualifications.

Kenosha Housing Authority

The Kenosha Housing Authority provides rental assistance primarily through the federal section 8 subsidized rent program. Due to overwhelming demand the agency may not be currently accepting new applicants on the waiting list.

You can still benefit from case management and referrals to other rental assistance programs. Call 262-653-4120 to speak with the case manager today.

Racine Kenosha Community Action Agency

The Racine Kenosha Community Action Agency helps lower income families deal with unaffordable living situations. This nonprofit agency provides case management and referrals to community programs. You may also participate in the Rent Smart educational program that helps you get through the challenges of poor credit or prior evictions.

The agency also may provide rental assistance to eligible households. Of the 25 households may benefit from a monthly rent subsidy through the Tenant Based Rental Assistance program. Find out what help you can received by calling 262-637-8377.

As you can see there are specific programs in place that can provide rental assistance in Kenosha, including services to individuals and families. You’ll find that these programs often work in conjunction with one another. One agency may frequently provide referrals to other organizations based on the specific details of your situation.

Often by the time of find a notice is been received it may be too late to receive assistance with back rent payments. By then the landlord may already be focused on moving on to the next tenants. Your case manager can help you determine whether you may be able to remain in your current rental property with cash assistance for if you need help transitioning to a more affordable apartment.