Assistance & Services Provided
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The Perry Township Trustee’s Office provides Township Assistance services to permanent residents within its boundaries. These services offer temporary relief to individuals and families facing financial hardship, specifically in areas relating to housing, utilities, burial expenses, and school uniforms. Often referred to as temporary assistance, these services are intended as short-term solutions to help permanent residents through difficult times.
To qualify for direct assistance—such as rent or utility support—applicants must demonstrate that they are unable to meet basic needs through personal effort and have exhausted all other resources. Additionally, the Trustee must determine that the financial hardship resulted from unforeseen circumstances and that short-term aid will help the household regain stability. Eligibility for assistance is primarily based on financial need. When evaluating requests for rent and utility assistance, our office considers the following factors:
We understand that every resident's situation is unique. That's why we take a thoughtful, case-by-case approach when reviewing each application. Due to limited resources, we must follow strict eligibility guidelines. However, if we are unable to provide direct assistance, we always connect residents with alternative resources and community programs that may be able to help. In Perry Township, we also maintain strong partnerships with local churches and charitable organizations to expand our capacity to serve those in need. These partnerships help us meet more needs than we could with public funds alone. Our goal is to provide assistance in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible—maximizing both community impact and the responsible use of taxpayer dollars. |
Assistance may be provided to eligible applicants in the following categories: |
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Housing
Housing assistance for rent or mortgage payments may be provided if applicants meet the eligibility requirements. A list of shelters missions are available depending on household size and length of assistance needed. To find out more, please click here. Utilities Assistance may be provided for utility bills as long as the bill is in the applicant's name and applicant's residence is current. Verification will be required. |
Burials
Assistance may be available for relatives of deceased individuals who lived in Perry Township, and are without the means necessary to pay funeral expenses. Must meet eligibility requirements. School Uniforms School uniform vouchers may be provided for eligible students attending public schools within the boundaries of Perry Township. Must be referred by a school social worker. |
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Marion County ToxDrop Information
On the Second Saturday of each month in the Perry Township Government Center's back parking lot. For more information about acceptable items to drop off and other drop off locations please visit: Marion County ToxDrop Schedule – MCWEC. |
