City of Lauderhill opens applications for Emergency Housing and Utility Assistance
The City of Lauderhill is now accepting applications for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Emergency Housing and Utility Assistance Program, city officials announced.
The program provides one-time financial support to residents facing urgent housing or utility challenges. Eligible assistance may include preventing imminent rental evictions, supporting active eviction cases, helping with move-in housing costs, issuing hotel or shelter vouchers, and covering emergency payments to avoid utility service disconnections, such as electricity, water, or natural gas.
“The city is committed to protecting the well-being of its residents during difficult times,” said Lauderhill Deputy City Manager Sean Henderson. “Through this program, we can offer vital temporary support to families facing urgent housing and utility challenges, ensuring they have stability and security when they need it most.”
Thousands of Caribbean-Americans live in Lauderhill, and residents from all communities can benefit from this support to maintain housing stability during emergencies.
Henderson emphasized that the program provides a one-time grant and is not an ongoing monthly assistance initiative. Applications are voluntary, funding is limited, and approval is not guaranteed.
Residents seeking assistance or more information can contact the City of Lauderhill Grants Division at 954-714-2181 (Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) or email LauderhillCares@Lauderhill-fl.gov.
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