Community Resources
Struggling to find rent relief, childcare, or other resources? We’ll do our best to connect you to the community resources you need to pull through any challenges you may be facing. You’ll find links and phone numbers from some of the most commonly asked for resources below.
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2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that helps Hoosiers across Indiana find the local resources they need. Dial 2-1-1 to connect with a navigator. Navigators are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Find Immediate Help
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Healthcare Navigators assist Hoosiers in completing applications to healthcare coverage programs such as Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program.
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Hoosiers can appeal decisions, such as changing or denying benefits, the Social Services Administration makes about your Medicaid programs. There are also resources that can assist you as you walk through the appeals process.
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Naloxone and Fentanyl Test Strips are free and accessible to Hoosiers. Naloxone, or Narcan, is a life-saving antidote to an opioid overdose. Fentanyl test strips (FTS) allow a person using drugs to know what they’re putting into their body and help prevent an overdose.
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NeedyMeds is a 501(c)(3) national non-profit that connects people to programs that will help them afford their medications and other healthcare costs.
Healthcare
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CCRR agencies work closely with all families in Indiana that have young children to provide them with high-quality early care and education and out-of-school program referrals.
These services include:
Connecting families to child care programs and other community resources.
Offering enhanced referrals for families of infants and toddlers, school-age children, children with inclusion needs and children experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
Guiding families on how to choose a quality child care and early education program.
Providing information on Indiana's Paths to QUALITY™ rating and improvement system.
Sharing information on laws and regulations related to child care programs.
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Item descriptionThe Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a new federal law that requires all businesses with over 15 employees to provide reasonable accommodations to those that are pregnant, nursing, or facing a medical conditions related to pregnancy.
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An Individualize Education Plan (IEP) details the services a school will provide to meet the unique needs of a student. A 504 Plan outlines how a school will remove barriers for students to learn alongside their peers.
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Medicaid offers a waiver program to provide additional support for children with disabilities in their family homes or communities.
Childcare & Education
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Rental assistance can provide up to 12 months of relief to help pay past due and on going rent and utilities. Landlords can participate in the program as well and are encouraged to share program details with their tenants who are behind on rent. If you are unable to apply online, contact 211 for assistance and mention "rental assistance".
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Indiana Justice Project created the Indiana Tenant Habitability Guide outlining tenant rights and other resources to protect renters.
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The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) can provide one time assistance for the cost of utilities and if you have been or are about to be disconnected.
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Through cost-effective home improvements, the Weatherization Assistance Program helps decrease energy use and lower utility bills.
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Home Energy Rebate Programs help Hoosiers reduce the cost of energy by providing energy efficiency solutions for their homes.
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Lifeline lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service. Eligible subscribers can receive a discount up to $9.25/month, and eligible subscribes living on Tribal lands can receive a discount up to $34.25/month. If you are enrolled in benefits such as Medicaid or SNAP, you can qualify.
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Xfinity provides a $10/month broadband service called Internet Essentials. If you were enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program, this service qualifies for reimbursement.
Rent & Utilities
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Indiana Legal Services provides free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income residents.