Complete the Manitowoc Housing Survey!

Complete the Manitowoc Housing Survey!

CITY OF MANITOWOC NEEDS YOUR HELP IN DEFINING HOUSING CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES!

The City of Manitowoc is taking a look at the local housing market and how it functions. They need your help to get a better understanding of challenges and opportunities you see and experience.

ADD YOUR VOICE HERE!

The Housing Survey can be completed online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ManitowocHousing now through March 15.

 


Lakeshore Community Action Program has programs to assist homeowners and renters. Pre-screen applications for WERA (Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance), Mortgage Assistance and Property Tax Assistance are located on our Home page at: https://lakeshorecap.org/

UW Extension Rent Smart Train-the-Trainers

UW Extension Rent Smart Train-the-Trainers

rent smart“Rent Smart Train-the-Trainers” 

This training is designed to help trainers facilitate the Rent Smart program effectively in their own organizations and communities.

Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience.  It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord. Establishing a positive rental history is much like having a positive credit report and Rent Smart starts participants on the right path for success.



extensionAn EEO-Affirmative Action Employer, UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, and ADA requirements.

 


lcapTo apply for rental assistance, see Lakeshore Community Action Program’s “Supportive Housing/Rental Assistance” page at: https://lakeshorecap.org/supportive-housing/. For rental assistance because of a loss of income due to COVID-19, fill out a Pre-Screen application for WERA funds on our Home page at::https://lakeshorecap.org/

UW Extension Free Rent Smart Classes

UW Extension Free Rent Smart Classes

rent smart“Rent Smart” Taught by UW Extension Educators

Helping to make renting a great experience for you!

Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience.  It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, as well as know and understand the rights and responsibilities of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord. Establishing a positive rental history is much like having a positive credit report and Rent Smart starts participants on the right path for success.


Upcoming Class Dates & Times

February: 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18; 7-8 PM
March: 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26; 9-10 AM
April: 5, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29; 1-2 PM
May: 4, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; 7-8 PM

Location: Live, online instruction via Zoom; Zoom links sent after completing registration.
Online registration form: https://go.wisc.edu/Rentsmartregister
Cost: FREE!


What you will learn!

● Planning for and meeting monthly expenses
● Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing
● How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants
● Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors
● Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants
● Participants must complete all 6 modules to earn the Rent Smart certificate


For more information, please contact rentsmartwi@office365.wisc.edu or call 262-741-4951.


extensionAn EEO-Affirmative Action Employer, UW-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, and ADA requirements.

 


lcapTo apply for rental assistance, see Lakeshore Community Action Program’s “Supportive Housing/Rental Assistance” page at: https://lakeshorecap.org/supportive-housing/. For rental assistance because of a loss of income due to COVID-19, fill out a Pre-Screen application for WERA funds on our Home page at::https://lakeshorecap.org/

LAKESHORE CAP “WRAP” PROGRAM ENDS

LAKESHORE CAP “WRAP” PROGRAM ENDS

THE WRAP PROGRAM EXPIRED ON NOVEMBER 24TH AND LAKESHORE CAP CANNOT ACCEPT NEW APPLICATIONS. WE WILL DO OUR BEST TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO ALL PRIOR APPLICANTS. PLEASE BE PREPARED TO MOVE VERY QUICKLY WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION IF YOU ARE CONTACTED BY A CASE MANAGER.


WI Home Energy Plus Assistance

If you need to apply for Energy Assistance you can follow the link below to apply.

Si necesita aplicar para obtener Asistencia con la Energía (servicios públicos) puede seguir el enlace que aparece abajo para aplicar.

https://energybenefit.wi.gov/OnlineApps/

 

Homeless? Let Us Help!

Homeless? Let Us Help!

NO WRONG DOOR

During the week before Thanksgiving, known as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness week, you might notice signs around your community connected to the hashtags on this post. These signs were distributed by Lakeshore CAP regarding our Supportive Housing Program.

Within the program, a process called Coordinated Entry is used in an effort to refer those seeking housing assistance to the most appropriate services available. The flyer gives a brief explanation regarding Coordinated Entry and which agencies participate. Any agency that displays the No Wrong Door image is an agency that someone seeking a referral to Coordinated Entry system can go to for that referral. In addition, passionate community members are encouraged to contact any of these agencies for volunteer and community support opportunities.

The following agencies on the Lakeshore (Sheboygan, Manitowoc, Door, and Kewaunee Counties) participate: Lakeshore CAP, The Salvation Army of Sheboygan, Incourage, The Haven of Manitowoc County, and Hope House of Manitowoc County.

#Lakeshorecap #NoWrongDoor