I really need help for two months rent in Dover Delaware

(Request from Sherry in Dover, DE) Am about to be eviction. i really need help for two month… please help my me and my family

Dear Sherry,

It sounds like your family has really found itself in a difficult situation. Based on your request, I am assuming that you have either fallen behind by two months due to a crisis or that someone in your household may have been out of work for almost two months. Either way, you are correct that your landlord will require that the rent is caught up or they will pursue an eviction.

There are some agencies that provide rental assistance in Kent County. Some are government agencies while others are nonprofit charities.

Each has its own eligibility guidelines and enrollment procedures. Generally speaking though, your family is likely eligible for at least one rental assistance program as long as your household income is below the average median income for Dover or Kent County.

If you are still in your current rental property, you should request assistance for back rent if you think that you will be able to afford the rent after you get the aid. For example, First State Community Action Agency does provide help to households who need to catch up on their rent in order to prevent an eviction. The agency is located in Georgetown but they also serve Dover residents.

Kent County DSS can provide emergency financial assistance to households in crisis. In addition to Chestertown, the agency helps Dover residents as well as all other eligible households in Kent County.

These are going to be the leading options for you based on what little information I know about your situation. I encourage you to contact the above agencies since they will be the first line of defense against an eviction of your family. Whether you qualify for an internal program or not, the case manager will be able to help you understand and refer you out to other programs that may be able to help, including those of local churches.

I hope your situation is resolved soon. Please let us know if there are additional details about your situation that can allow us to further provide direction.