Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)
Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program
Provides assistance to households that are unable to pay rent due to financial hardships. Assistance is only available for applicants with rental payment arrears and to those with an eviction notice. Program temporarily open and is based on availability of funds.
165 Amber Lane
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Eligibility: A) Must be a renter, residing in Luzerne or Wyoming County.
B) Must qualify for Unemployment or have experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19.
C) Must demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or loss of housing stability.
D) Must meet the program's gross household area median income guidelines.
E) Call or visit website for income guidelines.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm (Closed for lunch 12:00pm to 1:00pm).
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (570) 826-0510
  • (800) 822-0359 - Hotline/Toll-Free
  • (570) 829-1665 - Fax
Email Address: ceorentrelief@gmail.com
Fee Amounts: Government funding
Intake Procedure: For information and application, call CEO and ask for the COVID Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program. Visit website to complete online application or print out application.
Intake Requirements: All documents must be provided to CEO to begin the application process. Renter Application and Landlord Application required along with require documentation.
Geographical Area: Luzerne, Wyoming
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Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)
Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program
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