Programs for renters
If you have had trouble paying rent or have an eviction case already filed against you, help is available. You can look into one or all of these options for help with housing, depending on your needs.
Request money to pay rent
You can apply for rental assistance, which may cover past due or ongoing rent.
- You must meet income and other requirements.
- Your landlord may be able to help you apply.
- Funding may or may not still be available
If you can't apply online, call 2-1-1 for help or visit the Indiana 211 website to search "rent" near your zip code.
Ask the court about pre-eviction diversion
If you have an eviction case filed against you, the court should explain the pre-eviction diversion program. If you and your landlord agree to participate, you can have your case marked as confidential and stopped for 90 days. During that time you could:
- Apply for rent assistance from your local or state program (see request money), depending on which option is best for you
- Participate in status hearings with the court
Get help with your eviction case
Pay close attention to the information you receive from your landlord and the court. If your landlord filed an eviction case, and you fail to show up for court when ordered, the court may rule against you without hearing your side.
- At your first hearing, the judge will explain the pre-eviction diversion program.
- If you apply for rental assistance, it might help your case to bring a copy of your application or confirmation messages to let the court know.
- If you need help to prepare for court, you might qualify for legal aid.