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Emergency Assistance | Good Samaritan Ministries
701 South Marion Street, Carbondale, IL 62901
Eligibility
Must have a Demand to Pay or Eviction notice for Rental Assistance, must have a shut off notice for utility assistance; must have at least one child under the age of 18 living in the house
Required documents
Proof of residency, proof of income, Social Security cards for all persons living in the household, copies of household bills and lease
Hours
Administrative hours Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Emergency shelter Mon-Fri 24 hours
(618) 457-5794
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call for appointment
Fees
None
Service area
Jackson County, IL
Assists area residents pay their rent or utility bills in order to prevent evictions or termination of services, when funds are available.
Date of Last Formal Update
11/17/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Good Samaritan Ministries
Provides services to low income and homeless residents.