Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

12/09/2021

SORRY - OUR OFFICES WILL BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC EFFECTIVE MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2021.

In our efforts to minimize the number of our residents, staff, and the general public affected by COVID-19, Lake MHA will be temporarily closing its offices to the public effective Monday, December 13, 2021. We will reopen the office Monday, January 3, 2022.

While our offices will be closed to program participants and visitors, you may still reach your caseworker and office staff by email or phone. You may also continue to place all pertinent mail in our drop box located outside of our doors.

Public Housing/Multifamily Work Orders: All non-emergency work orders, other than those pertaining to the exterior of your unit, will be put on hold during this time and addressed when we reopen. Please continue to call the office at 440-354-3347 for any emergency work orders.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Eric P. Martin
Chief Executive Officer

07/12/2021

Our HEAP Summer Crisis Program continues at Lifeline!
This program assists Lake County's seniors and those with health conditions stay safe & cool in the hot summer months by assisting with electric costs and the purchase of air conditioners and fans!

Details are on the flier. Call our office at 440-350-9160 with any questions!

06/29/2021

PLEASE SHARE: Our HEAP Summer Crisis Program begins on Thursday, July 1.

This program assists Lake County's seniors and those with health conditions stay safe & cool in the hot summer months by assisting with electric costs and the purchase of air conditioners and fans!

Details are on the flier. Call our office at 440-350-9160 with any questions!

06/02/2021

Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority (Lake MHA) announces a limited waiting list opening for Housing Choice Vouchers. Lake MHA will accept online pre-applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program beginning 8:00am EDT Wednesday, June 16, 2021 until 5:00pm EDT Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at which time the link to apply will be deactivated. https://www.lakehousing.org/

Housing for low-income residents in Lake County, Ohio.

05/27/2021

PLEASE SHARE: Lifeline has home relief funds to help Lake & Geauga residents impacted by COVID-19--we can assist with rent, mortgage or utilities.

Please contact 2-1-1 for more information and to connect to services!

05/17/2021

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05/17/2021

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ICYMI: The Emergency Broadband Benefit provides discounts for households struggling to afford service during the pandemic. HUD & want you to know more. Find out if you qualify & how to apply: fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit

05/11/2021

Walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinics begin next Monday. Stop in from 9:00am - 3:00pm!

As a reminder, while all vaccines will be available at these walk-in clinics, the Pfizer vaccine is the only vaccine permitted for those 16-17 years of age at this time.

05/11/2021

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For households struggling to afford service during the pandemic there's help. The Federal Communications is asking for help to spread the word about the Emergency Broadband Benefit. This temporary program helps families struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Having a broadband connection is essential for households gain access to jobs, healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more. Visit www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit to learn more.

05/06/2021

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics coming to our properties in Painesville! See below for dates and times.

04/29/2021

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04/28/2021

We're taking our show on the road!

Call us at 440-350-2188 to schedule a visit to your business or organization.

04/28/2021

PLEASE SHARE: Lifeline has home relief funds to help Lake & Geauga residents impacted by COVID-19--we can assist with rent, mortgage or utilities.

For assistance with rent & mortgage, we're partnering with Fair Housing Resource Center Inc. for triage and screening--they can be reached at 440-392-0147.

For assistance with utilities, contact Lifeline directly at 440-354-2148!

This program is open to any Lake or Geauga County resident who has been financially impacted by COVID-19 and meets qualifying guidelines!

04/19/2021

PLEASE SHARE: Lifeline has home relief funds to help Lake & Geauga residents impacted by COVID-19--we can assist with rent, mortgage or utilities.

For assistance with rent & mortgage, we're partnering with Fair Housing Resource Center Inc. for triage and screening--they can be reached at 440-392-0147.

For assistance with utilities, contact Lifeline directly at 440-354-2148!

This program is open to any Lake or Geauga County resident who has been financially impacted by COVID-19 and meets qualifying guidelines!

03/25/2021

Please share! With the IRS extending tax season through May 17, Lifeline will also be extending our VITA Tax Clinics into May.

Schedule your appointment today by calling 2-1-1 or Lifeline at 440-354-2148.

03/23/2021

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PLEASE SHARE: Lifeline has home relief funds to help Lake & Geauga residents impacted with COVID-19--we can assist with rent, mortgage or utilities.

For assistance with rent & mortgage, we're partnering with Fair Housing Resource Center Inc. for triage and screening--they can be reached at 440-392-0147.

For assistance with utilities, contact Lifeline directly at 440-354-2148!

This program is open to any Lake or Geauga County resident who has been financially impacted by COVID-19 and meets qualifying guidelines!

03/16/2021

New vaccine eligibility dates!

𝗢𝗵𝗶𝗼 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: It's a moral imperative that we move as quickly as we can to vaccinate all Ohioans who wish to be vaccinated. Because we expect a significant increase in vaccines coming to Ohio, I announced today that new populations will soon be eligible for the vaccine.

Read more: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/resources/news-releases-news-you-can-use/covid-19-update-03-16-21

03/16/2021

Foreclosure Prevention - Fair Housing Resource Center, Inc.

Foreclosure Prevention - Fair Housing Resource Center, Inc.

Getting Your Mortgage Back on TrackJob loss, divorce, illness or financial crisis can have a devastating effect on your home. Our trained Counselors will help you evaluate your options based on your circumstances.There are many programs available to assist homeowners who are struggling. There progra...

03/16/2021

The deadline to apply for Lifeline's HEAP Winter Crisis is coming up on March 31.

Call Lifeline at 440-350-9160 to learn more!

The deadline to apply for Lifeline's HEAP Winter Crisis is coming up on March 31.

Already this winter we've assisted over 285 Lake County households in keeping the heat on!

Call our office at 440-350-9160 to learn more!

02/25/2021

Lifeline's Coronavirus Home Relief Fund provides emergency assistance with rent, mortgage and water/sewer bills for those impacted by COVID-19 in Lake & Geauga Counties.

If you are in need of assistance, please contact Fair Housing Resource Center at 440-392-0147 to begin the intake process!

02/16/2021

Due to the impending inclement weather, Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority will operate on a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, February 16. We will open at 9:30am tomorrow morning.

02/08/2021

Laketran is providing free rides to those getting COVID-19 vaccines. Check it out!

Laketran is providing free, accessible transportation to any Lake County resident in need of a ride to a COVID-19 vaccination appointment.

Visit their website for more details!
https://laketran.com/laketran-offers-residents-free-transportation-to-covid-vaccinations/

02/01/2021

Check out this information about free tax preparation!

Lifeline's VITA Tax Clinics begin this week! Free tax preparation is available in Lake & Geauga Counties for low to moderate income residents! Contact Lake County 2-1-1 at 2-1-1 or 639-4420 to see if you qualify!

Thank you to our partners at United Way of Lake County for their support of our VITA Tax Clinics.

01/21/2021

Freedom From Smoking Plus Ohio | American Lung Association

https://www.lung.org/local-content/oh/ffs-cvs
Helpful information about FREE assistance for anyone in Ohio to help quit smoking! Pass this along to anyone who could use the help.

Currently, there are two COVID-19 vaccines given Emergency Use Authorization in the U.S. Visit our COVID-19 Vaccine Tracker to learn more.

01/20/2021

Since November 1, Lifeline has assisted 248 Lake & Geauga families through the Coronavirus Home Relief Fund and provided more than $680,000 in emergency assistance with rent, mortgage and water/sewer bills for those impacted by COVID-19.

The grant has been extended through April 1--if you are in need of assistance, please contact Fair Housing Resource Center at 440-392-0147 to begin the intake process!

01/06/2021

**Please Share** Registration for this new program is now open!! Call the Council on Aging at (440) 205-8111 ext. 233 to register for January pick-up! Spaces are limited and registration is required!
(Registration for February will open later this month)

12/30/2020

The Lake MHA Office will remain closed to the public, to reopen on Tuesday, January 19. Stay safe!

12/30/2020

Currently Offering Landlord Incentives for New Lease-Ups! - Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

https://www.lakehousing.org/2020/12/30/currently-offering-landlord-incentives-for-new-lease-ups/
Landlords are eligible for a $500 incentive check from Lake MHA for new lease-ups through March 2021!

Lake MHA Administrative Office    189 First Street    Painesville, Ohio 44077Phone: (440) 354-3347    Fax: (440) 354-5008

12/28/2020

The HEAP Winter Crisis Program continues at Lifeline to assist Lake County residents in keeping their heat on this winter! Call Lifeline for more details.

The HEAP Winter Crisis Program continues at Lifeline to assist Lake County residents in keeping their heat on this winter! Call our office at 440-350-9160 with questions!

12/08/2020

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You can’t be healthy if your home is sick. Get tips on how to make your home healthy and safe. Learn more: http://ow.ly/Xz9C50CFFTH

12/08/2020

FREE Help to Quit Smoking! - Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

Ohio residents with Medicaid can now access FREE help to quit smoking! Check out the link below.

https://www.lakehousing.org/2020/12/08/free-help-to-quit-smoking/

There are still over 1,000 Freedom From Smoking® Plus memberships available for no cost to Ohio residents with Medicaid coverage who are ready to start their to***co free lives! Ni****ne Replacement Therapy patches are now included for FREE with enrollment in Freedom From Smoking® Plus! Participan...

11/24/2020

Office Closing to Public beginning 11/30/20 - Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

Due to the continued surge of COVID-19, Lake MHA will be closing its doors to the public starting Monday, November 30.
https://www.lakehousing.org/2020/11/24/office-closing-to-public-beginning-11-30-20/

Lake MHA Administrative Office    189 First Street    Painesville, Ohio 44077Phone: (440) 354-3347    Fax: (440) 354-5008

11/09/2020

Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is opening soon. Applications will be accepted from November 9, 2020, until further notice.
Application here: https://bit.ly/2JjpQiJ

Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is opening soon. Applications will be accepted from November 9, 2020, until further notice.

Application here: https://bit.ly/2JjpQiJ

11/02/2020

Details about funding available for rent, mortgage, water & sewer bills through Ohio's Home Relief Grant. Please pass along to anyone who might benefit.

10/29/2020

Coronavirus Home Relief Fund - Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

New funding through Lifeline to help with rent/mortgage payments and water/sewer bills. Check out press release for more information!
https://www.lakehousing.org/2020/10/29/coronavirus-home-relief-fund/

Lake MHA Administrative Office    189 First Street    Painesville, Ohio 44077Phone: (440) 354-3347    Fax: (440) 354-5008