None of us can ever predict the strange turns life can take.
There are times, any of us- because of illness, job loss or circumstances beyond our control- may find ourselves and our families in need of temporary assistance. Despite what some may think, asking for help when you need it is not a bad thing.
When you live in a transient city like Las Vegas, Nevada, it can be overwhelming trying to find out where to go and who to turn to when you have special emergency needs.
Although I can’t guarantee you that it will be simple to get all the assistance you might require, I have compiled a list of places you can call, email or go to, in person, for emergency assistance. If they can’t help you directly, they can advise you of other programs that are available.
Most programs require you to have ID and proof of residence (i.e.rent receipt, utility bill).
American Red Cross –
Clark County Chapter
1155 East Sahara, #27
Las Vegas, Nevada 89104
(702) 791-3311
The American Red Cross provides emergency services, food, clothing and shelter,. help during a disaster and mental health
services.
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
808 S. Main Street
Las Vegas NV 89101
1-702-385-2662
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada provides such social services, as emergency shelter, immigration and refugee services, child care and assistance with transitional housing.
Church on the Street
913 Ogden
Las Vegas, Nevada
A meal is served on Thursdays, lunch served 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. You may want to check to see if there has been a change in the schedule.
City Mission of Las Vegas
1118 Fremont Street
Las Vegas, NV
Food boxes are delivered to your home address. You can sign up on Tuesday mornings.
Community Food Bank of Clark County
4168 N. Pecos Road, Suite 108
Las Vegas, NV 89115
1-702-643-0074
1-702-643-0794
Executive Director: Bessie Braggs
Get help for food needs.
Community Lutheran Church
Weekend Emergency Assistance Program (WEAP)
3720 East Tropicana Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89121
1-702-458-2241
1-702-458-2182 fax
Email:[email protected]
Community Lutheran Church provides food and other emergency assistance, when available.
Energy Assistance Referrals
Email: [email protected]
Website:http://www.ncat.org/liheap/referral.htm
Find out informaion about Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and what the qualifications are for receiving help with your utility bills.
Helping Hands of Henderson Saint Rose Hospital
(This is the closest location to the Las Vegas area)
1125 American Pacific, Suite G
Henderson, NV 89074-8764
Contact: Liz Hefner
1-(702) 616-6554
Fax:1-(702) 566-9157
Email: [email protected]
Helping Hands of Henderson Saint Rose Hospital is part of an interfaith program that is supported by The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. They help those with long term health needs by: picking up a few groceries or running errands. providing a ride to the doctor, visiting the lonely (talking and listening), reading to them or helping to pay bills.
Crossroads Shelter
1526 N. Main Street
Las Vegas, NV
1-702-385-2777
Shelter is available for those qualified, when it’s available
Housing Authority of the City of Las Vegas
Section 8
420 N. 10th Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702-386-2733
or
5390 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89122
702-922-1500 or 702-451-8041
At times, the Section 8 program is temporarily closed. There may be other programs, however, that are available to you. Call to request further information or to get an application.
Interfaith Hospitality Network of Las Vegas
P.O. Box 270128
Las Vegas, NV 89127
1-(702) 638-8806
Fax: 1-(702) 638-0004
E-mail: [email protected]
The Interfaith Hospitality Network of Las Vegas is a charitable group comprised of those from various communities who assist those who find themselves homeless with emergency shelter, food, help in securing more permanent housing, as well as job training and employment.
Las Vegas Rescue Mission
480 West Bonanza Road
Las Vegas, Nevada 89106
1-(702) 382-1766
Fax: 1-(702) 474-7535
Email: [email protected]
Website:http://4homeless.hypermart.net/book.html#book
The Las Vegas Rescue Mission provides assistance with food, clothing,emergency shelter and counseling
Salvation Army
Family Service Department/Homeless Services
35/37 W. Owens Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89106
1-702-649-8240/1-702-657-0123
The Salavation Army has long been a fixture in the local area and, when it’s available, they provide emergency assistance during disasters for families that are in need, including meals and clothing, counseling and transportation. If they do not have help available, they can refer you to other places that might be able to provide help for your needs.
Social Service Department, Clark County
1600 Pinto Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89106
1-(702) 455-4270
The Clark County Social Services Department provides several services for those residents in dire need who are not currently being assisted by other state, federal or local programs. When available, they provide medical and financial help, protective services for seniors, help with child care and other services for those deemed qualified.
United Labor Agency of Nevada (ULAN)
1-(702) 648-3500
The United Labor Agency of Nevada (ULAN) is truly as case of the union helping its own, as they assists Union Members, their families and the community at large by helping them to meet their basic needs .They offer, when available, emergency assistance, citizenship assistance, and other services. Contact them for more informaiton.
Sometimes, Everybody Needs a Helping Hand!
The purpose of providing information on these services is not to “enable” people to remain in their situation. The goal is, in fact, quite the opposite. Temporary assistance can help give a step up to those who need it.
If you are someone who doesn’t need support from any of the suggested organizatiob, then I certainly hope that you will consider either volunteering to help or making a charitable donation.
Remember, any of us could someday find ourselves in the midst of an emergency.
