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Assistance programs Horry County and Myrtle Beach.

Financial help is available for senior citizens, retirees, and low income families in Horry County. There is money to help pay rent, utility bills, transportation and more. Or get free stuff including food, gas vouchers, car repairs and other items. Get immediate financial assistance near you in Horry Count in Myrtle Beach area.

Churches and charities provide help with rental or mortgage payments to stop homelessness. Or get a free box of groceries, as well as dental or medical care. There is also prescription drug vouchers and other social services in the community, including resources for gig workers. Or contact a charity in Conway or Myrtle Beach for free furniture for a new home, school supplies or Christmas gifts for a child.

Grant money from community action

Horry County Community Action Agency is a regional non-profit for Conway, Myrtle Beach, and the entire county. Low income, the elderly, jobless, families with a reduction in income will get help. There is also assistance for the disabled. they can turn to the Waccamaw Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. for help. Phone number is (843) 234-4100. Some of the services offered include:

  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - This is a federally funded energy program that provides cash grants that are used for both emergency and non-emergency household energy assistance. The free money will help prevent a disconnection.
  • Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Another federally funded government program that provides energy conserving improvements and other assistance with reducing household energy bills and consumption. The program applies energy conservation measures, and the program is free to applicants.
  • South Carolina Project Share - Donations are used to fund this energy assistance program. It provides for the assistance from Progress Energy, Santee Electric Cooperative, and also SCE&G. The funds are used to supplement LIHEAP and are offered to low to moderate income customers.
  • Singe mom assistance programs - Young mothers, and/or single moms, will get help from community action. There is free stuff given to them as well as financial help or social services. Locate single mother financial assistance programs near you.
  • Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) - Qualified applicants are provided direct assistance and case management services. The aid is used to encourage and maintain self-sufficiency. The services provided from this community action program include Employment and Housing, General Emergency Assistance, Cash Grants, Youth Employment, and Jon Finding Services.

Several other resources are available. Read more on Waccamaw Economic Opportunity Council programs.

 

 

 

Financial help for bills, housing, and food

Get help with bills in Myrtle Beach and Horry County from the charitable North Strand Helping Hand (NSHH). They are an organization that provides a variety of relief programs. They have mass food distribution programs, or free grant money for people in a hardship, operate Meals on Wheels for senors or the homebound and more.  In addition they provide free household linens, appliances, clothes and other services are available.

  • They may also be able to offer financial aid with a variety of other requests. The recently unemployed or low-income families, including single moms in Horry County, often have a need for rent money, food or clothes, utility bill help, and more. The North Strand Helping Hand (NSHH) may be able to support them.

Some of the money is provided directly to the families landlord or utility company. For example, in many years thousands of dollars in cash vouchers is given to to Grand Strand Water and Sewer, Santee Cooper, landlords, Horry Electrical Cooperative, and similar essential support elements and companies. The NSHH may be able to provide you with aid, or at least direct you, so you can find help. Call them at (843) 399-0862. The location is 2501 Long Bay Rd, Longs, SC 29568.

Emergency assistance is offered from Churches Assisting People (CAP). The non-profit offers several resources and services to those people in need. Some of the programs offered to Horry County and Myrtle Beach families include

  • Free Food boxes The agency will provide at least three days of emergency food and groceries to individuals and families in need of help.
  • Utility and cooling bills: CAP will also help with paying utility bills and intervene for the client with the utility companies. They will help people who are faced with a disconnection. Or they help seniors in Horry County stay cool by giving away free fans or AC units.
  • Gasoline: The Churches Assisting People organization can even provide free gas voucher. It is mostly got work related reasons. Click here for additional free gasoline programs.
  • Prescription medicines: The churches and other local agencies can provide vouchers, which can assist with non-narcotic prescriptions and other medicines.
  • Infant and children programs: The agency provides formula and diapers in an emergency or crisis, with the goal of keeping a supply of baby food on hand for those in need.

 

 

 

 

  • All of these agencies can assist low income, the unemployed, and other struggling families and individuals from the region who are facing a crisis. These non-profit agencies can provide, as funding allows, rent and mortgage help, local disaster support, or emergency aid for such expenses as electric bills. There are also free transportation programs, including free emergency car repairs.

There is also crisis intervention and referrals to other South Carolina and federal government programs. For more information, call Churches Assisting People (CAP) at 843.488.2277. A number of financial and material assistance programs are run. Learn more on assistance programs from Churches Assisting People.

Veterans Affairs offers advocacy, help in applying for government benefits, and information on resources such as SSVF. Assistance is only for military members, veterans of the armed forces and their immediate family members. Eviction prevention services are administered as well as support for the homeless too. They also help veterans fix their car, get budgeting help, or apply for educational or job training resources. Telephone - (843) 545-3330.

Friendship Place provides coverage to Horry County too. Services includes homeless shelters, transitional housing, food, and meals. Clients may also get information possible financial assistance or loan programs to pay a security deposit or first months rent when they leave any short term housing. Funds to pay mobile home lot rent or a trailer are also offered in Horry County. Job training and transportation to clinics may be offered too. Call (843) 545-1115

The Salvation Army, which is based in Conway as well as the city of Myrtle Beach, is a leading social service agency. The charity covers the entire Horry County South Carolina area from a Myrtle Beach Family Center. They can provide free food, clothing, household items and financial help for paying rent and utilities. One of their services in highest demand is utility and electric bill assistance, especially during the summer. Read more on summer programs, including free fans in Horry County.

  • The Myrtle Beach Salvation Army offers other social services too. Among them include Christmas and Thanksgiving programs such as free meals, gifts and toys for children. Or get information on case management and employment assistance. They also offer seasonal support ranging from free school supplies in the summer to Easter food or Christmas toys plus gifts for kids and the elderly in the region. More assistance from Horry Salvation Army.

Helping Hand of Myrtle Beach may be able to offer assistance with paying cooling and utilities. There is also funds for rent help, free bus tickets, a free food pantry, free gasoline and vouchers, prescription medication expense assistance and referrals to other charities. They also help low-income families, seniors and the disabled apply for South Carolina government assistance programs. Click here for more details on Helping Hands in Myrtle Beach and Georgetown County, including phone numbers.

 

 

 

 

Horry County Council on Aging, Inc., based in Conway (phone (843) 248-5523) provides several services for senior citizens, including those age 55 or older. They can provide meals and recreation activities. Transportation to a medical appointment or shopping may be coordinated. They also help operate senior centers in the county and Myrtle Beach area or help the elderly apply for government funds. There is money from the government that is free for seniors.

  • Many retirees in Myrtle Beach also work part time, or at gig type jobs. The Agency on Aging has resources for this as well, whether information on how to find gig jobs or job fairs, interview tips and more. As flex type jobs are always a great option in a service area like Horry County. Locate more resources for gig workers.
  • Free food, including meals on wheels, Ensure, and groceries are given to the homebound. Many seniors and disabled adults benefit.

There are many other Council on Aging, Inc programs, whether financial or recreational. The goal is to help older people pay the bills as well live a fulfilling life. More South Carolina agency on Aging programs.

Christian Missions, Inc. - Get free food, clothing, household items, and furnishings for a home or apartment. The non-profit church assists those that may not qualify for help through other government programs or agencies. They also provide free clothes, school items and furniture for single moms or dads. The Mission will also partner and cooperate with other agencies assisting with utilities, emergency lodging, medicine, etc. Call (843) 444-5580, or find more information on Christian Missions financial aid programs.

Social Services Department in Horry County helps those facing poverty and the low income apply for government aid. There is also help for seniors. The main programs include Medicaid for health care needs, Family Independence can provide cash grants for paying bills or food, and social workers from DSS offer referrals to resources such as SNAP food stamps or free summer meals. Much more is provided too, and learn more Horry County public aid.

South Carolina Legal Services has free lawyers for civil cases. There is help for low-income families, seniors and the poor. Get free will creation, assistance applying for government benefits, consultations to stop an eviction and other free legal aid. Location is 1201 Creel St, Conway, SC 29527. Phone: (888) 346-5592.

Myrtle Beach Housing Authority - Programs include housing choice vouchers from section 8 as well as low income apartments or homes for the disabled. They also operate their own service, known as Alliance Inn. There are also no wait list homes, apartments and houses in Conway as well as Myrtle Beach Continue to find details on Myrtle Beach housing authority resources.

Free clothing closets as well as furniture banks operate in the coastal region. The centers can provide free vouchers to the working poor and very low income families in Horry County. Others can shop at the centers, or thrift stores, for free goods. Receive shoes, belts, notebooks, light coats, desks, computers, beds, household furniture and more. Additional resources are provided to the senior population in the region. Get more details on free clothing closets, furniture and school supplies in Horry County.

Financial help Horry County SC

  • Local holiday and Christmas programs are for struggling households and children in the county, whether Myrtle Beach, Conway, or another town. Various gifts, presents, and meals are passed out. Find information on the free holiday assistance programs in Horry County.
     
  • National and regional Christmas and free Holiday programs support both the elderly and children. There are many charities as well as fund raisers held for toys, clothes, and more. All of these organizations ensure low income families have some form of holiday joy. Find details on free Christmas gift programs for kids.

Recurring monthly income opportunities are available. Many residents in the county live on a fixed income, including seniors and the disabled. Many jobs are lower wages income positions. There are many job programs, gig jobs, and even in effect “free recurring” income opportunities. Find details on making a passive income.

Eviction Prevention from HUD funding - Each year non-profits in Horry County may be allocated money from the federal government for addressing housing issues. Based on the agency and the terms and conditions, there may be the following.

  • Grants for utilities that are due and that could result in homelessness. There may be funds for water or electric bills.
  • Moving and rehousing costs.
  • Low income families may be given an ESG grant for housing expenses that can arrange a lawyer to help them, cover rental expenses, and more.
  • Money is for the unemployed and families in poverty too. Read Horry County eviction help.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Horry Catholic Charities provides support to the low income. They are part of the wider Pee Dee organization, and they may have referrals to free food, diapers, cribs and more from the Children Ministry. There may be occasional limited financial aid available. More on the Horry County Catholic Charity services.

Emergency rent help, shelter, and low income housing - Whether you need to find low income housing, need cash to pay rent in a crisis, or some short term shelter, the Horry County area has a couple dozen organizations that focus on helping people meet their housing needs. Find a full listing of rental assistance in Horry County South Carolina, including phone numbers and addresses.

Horry County will often receive emergency grants from the federal government. Local charities as well as non-profits administer it. The money that is being provided to Horry County if often given out to families through the Myrtle Beach and Conway Housing Authorities. Or the United Way has referrals to it. The funds will provide residents help paying with their rent, energy bills, and prevent evictions.

  • To be eligible for this assistance program, a household's total income needs to be at or below 50 percent of the area's median income and the household must be at risk of losing its housing or they need to be currently homeless. The housing assistance program will not help pay for a mortgage but it can help pay for any type of housing assistance, including rent, utilities, security deposits, and more.

Contact the Myrtle Beach or Conway Housing Authority (call (843) 248-7327) for more information. Or locate and read about additional ways to get rent help.

Free medical clinic in Horry County

Friendship Medical Clinic & Pharmacy offers free or cheap medical care, RX, and dental services. They help low-income families, the uninsured, and patients on Medicaid in Horry County. There are free physicals, OB/GYN, walk-in care, eye exams, dental work and other services. The address is 1396 SC-544, Conway, SC 29526. Call (843) 347-7199, or find other ways to get help with paying medical bills.

Free adult dentures are available, including to people on Medicare or Medicaid. They can be a full set or partial set. Clinics and dentists offer this services, and locate free adult dentures assistance programs.

There are many other free clinics and healthcare centers in Horry County and the state. They give free (or low cost) basic medical care, dental cleanings or oral hygiene, prescription drugs and other assistance. There are also free dentures for adults in Horry County. The low income, unemployed, as well as uninsured can get help. Find free community clinic health care centers in your region.

Food assistance, free meals, and groceries

Whether you are faced with a short term crisis, or need support during a transition period, families can contact a local food bank. The centers offer meals, government surplus food, perishable groceries, and much more. Many locations may even have clothing or case management. Three of the leading non-profits to call are noted below, but there are many other free food pantries, and find other free food pantries in Horry County SC, as there are additional locations.

  • Churches Assisting People - Partners with local churches and religious centers. Dial (843) 488-2277
  • Horry County Branch Food Bank - Has a listing of centers in the region, as this food bank provides groceries to them. Call (843) 448-0341
  • Caring and Sharing - (843) 558-7966

 

 

 

Short term emergency loans in Horry County

Emergency loans are offered, including to people with no or bad credit. South Carolina, Horry County, and the Myrtle Beach area in particular have numerous payday lenders that provide residents with short term cash to pay bills. A payday lender may not always be your best option. Find payday loan alternatives.

If after exploring all other options and programs, if you still have no other choice but to use a payday loan to pay an expense, at least look into consolidating them so you can pay them off sooner. More on payday loan consolidation.

Help for senior citizens

Caring and Sharing Inc. is another local charity organization that provides both senior citizens and disabled individuals with assistance. One of the greatest needs being experienced by Myrtle Beach and Horry County families is the need for utility and heating bill help. They can offer resources and refer people to energy assistance programs. They can get free food, financial help, debt counseling, and other types of aid. Call 843-558-7966, or learn more on debt paying assistance programs.

Retirees and senior citizens in the county often need further support too. There are many programs for senior citizens, ranging from financial to medical, home care, and more. Some are free, others provide lower prices to the elderly in the Horry County region.

Free debt relief, mortgage help housing counseling

The following HUD approved agencies can help people who are struggling to pay their mortgage, or who may be facing a foreclosure n Myrtle Beach or Horry County South Carolina. They also help people buy a home, refinance credit cards or medical debt, and get assistance with a car loan.

The main non-profit agency is Family Service Center of South Carolina. Phone (888)-755-2227. They offer debt management plans, information on how to get mortgage help, and also medical or auto loan refinancing. Free budgeting workshops and other tips are given in Horry County too, and look here for information on auto impound assistance including how to get a car tow with no money.

 

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