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Energy Assistance Resources

Indiana Energy Assistance - If you need assistance with your gas or electric bills, visit this site to find help in your county.
Weatherization Assistance - If you need assistance with weatherizing a home you already own, visit this site to click on your county and find an agency in your area that can help.
Indiana 211 Partnership - Residents around the state of Indiana can dial 2-1-1 to find help with a range of housing issues and other services, including energy assistance. Just dial 2-1-1, or visit the Indiana 211 Partnership web site to find an IN211 Center near you.
Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor - Information on reduced-cost telephone service, tips on how to save energy, and more. 1-888-441-2494
Energy-Saving Tips - Click on this link for some easy energy saving ideas for your home.
Hoosiers Care - Hoosiers Care is a statewide campaign designed to teach Hoosiers about simple daily actions that they can take to save money and the environment. Each simple step you take can help improve air and water quality; conserve water and energy; and, reduce waste. Each person's individual actions can add up to make a large, positive environmental change for Indiana's environment.

Buying a Home

Down Payment Help and Low-Cost Mortgages - The State of Indiana offers down payment assistance and special low-cost mortgages for qualifying buyers. 1-800-872-0371
Home Ownership Opportunities Brochure - Download this handy brochure that explains several mortgage options offered through the state, as well as provides a handy checklist and things to consider before buying a home (need to link to PDF on our website)
Find Homebuyer Education Near You - Before you sign on the dotted line, protect yourself and your investment by taking a homebuyer education course. This link from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will help you find quality homebuyer education. 1-800-569-4287
Homebuying Checklist - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development offers a nine-step checklist for Hoosiers interested in buying a home. 1-800-569-4287
Ginnie Mae Mortgage Calculator - This calculator helps you determine how much home you can afford. (202) 708-1535.
Ginnie Mae Loan Estimator - This tool will help you learn what type of loans you might be eligible for. (202) 708-1535.

Foreclosure Prevention and Consumer Protection

Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network (IFPN) - Get Help & Get Hope website from the State of Indiana for troubled Hoosier Homeowners.
Indiana Investment Watch - Find out if your loan broker is approved by the state, and learn how to protect yourself throughout the mortgage process. 1-800-223-8791 or (317) 232-6681.
Are You a Victim of Predatory Lending? - You can file a complaint with the Indiana Home Owner Protection Unit, a division of the Attorney General's office, by clicking this link, or call 1-800-382-5516.

Home Repair or Modification

Owner-Occupied Repair from Indiana Community Action Agencies - Do you need help making repairs to your home or adding improvements such as wheelchair ramps? Click on your county to find help in your area. 1-800-382-9895.
HUD Home Improvement Database - Interested in improving or repairing your home? Use this site to find lenders, available loans, and other grants to assist you in improving your home. (317) 226-6303.
Home Improvement Scams - Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter has information on how to avoid getting "burned" by dishonest home improvement operators. 1-800-382-5516.

Housing Resources for Seniors

Area Agencies on Aging Database - Find an agency near you that works to serve and assist aging Hoosiers with housing and independence needs. 1-800-986-3505.
IAAAA Resources for Seniors - A resource page to help you find assistance with housing, health, and more. (317) 598-9300.
Owner-Occupied Repair from Indiana Community Action Agencies - Do you need help making repairs to your home or adding improvements such as wheelchair ramps? Click on your county to find help in your area. 1-800-382-9895.
HUD Home Improvement Database - Interested in improving or repairing your home? Use this site to find lenders, available loans, and other grants to assist you in improving your home. (317) 226-6303.
AARP Home Financing Advice - From AARP, tips on how to safely use your home equity to repair or refinance your home.
Home Improvement Scams - Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter has information on how to avoid getting "burned" by dishonest home improvement operators. 1-800-382-5516.

Housing Resources for Persons with Disabilities

FSSA Indiana Disability Resources - Hoosiers with disabilities can use this page to find local groups that can assist with housing and other services. 1-800-545-7763 change link to http://www.in.gov/fssa/2328.htm
Housing Rights and Resources - This page outlines disabled Americans' rights to fair housing and provides information on finding fair housing opportunities. (317) 226-6303.
Owner-Occupied Repair from Indiana Community Action Agencies - Do you need help making repairs to your home or adding improvements such as wheelchair ramps? Click on your county to find help in your area. 1-800-382-9895.
HUD Home Improvement Database - Interested in improving or repairing your home? Use this site to find lenders, available loans, and other grants to assist you in improving your home. (317) 226-6303.

Temporary and/or Emergency Shelters

Indiana 211 Partnership - Residents in Indiana can dial 2-1-1 to find help with a range of housing issues and other services, including emergency shelters. Just dial 2-1-1, or visit the Indiana 211 Partnership web site to find an IN211 Center near you.
Central Indiana Homeless Services - Search for the keyword "homeless" on this site to find a listing of homeless providers in Central Indiana. Or, call 211 or (317) 926-4357, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
List of Indiana Homeless Shelters - A list of homeless shelters by county

Domestic Violence Shelters

Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence - If you are a victim of domestic violence, use these links to emergency assistance, support groups, and national advocacy organizations. Hotline: 1-800-332-7385.

Shelters for Veterans

Assistance for Homeless Veterans - A list of resources for homeless veterans looking for shelter. (317) 951-0688.
Roudebush VA Medical Center - Serving Indiana veterans, the center provides temporary and permanent housing, assistance in obtaining benefits, and aid in finding employment. (317) 554-0278 or 1-800-827-1000.

Fair Housing: Know Your Rights

Fair Housing Advocacy - If you need help in dealing with housing discrimination, visit this site to find fair housing groups throughout Indiana.
Explanation of Fair Housing Laws and Rights - HUD's explanations of fair housing laws, which prevent discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ability, and age. (317) 226-6303.

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