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Community Resource Hub
Rental, Mortgage, Utility Assistance & Transportation
La Porte County Trustees
Trustees help with food resources, utility assistance, rental and mortgage assistance, health insurance, and more.
To view an updated list of La Porte County Trustees click here.
Rental & Mortgage Assistance
Emergency Rental Assistance
The Rental Assistance Portal is currently accepting applications for the Indiana Emergency Rental Assistance (IERA) Program. This program can provide up to 12 months in rental assistance to help cover past due and ongoing monthly rent and utility payments for qualifying Indiana renters.
Apply at IndianaHousingNow.org or call 2-1-1
If you don't qualify for IERA Contact your Township Trustee.
Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA) Resources
IHCDA COVID-19 Update: Accepting applications for rental assistance! Click here.
Additional Indiana Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Information for Indiana Landlords
Assistance Examples for the IERA Program
Information for Utility Providers
Information for Internet Providers
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the IERA Program
Additional Utility & Emergency Assistance
Go to www.nipsco.com/assistance, learn about payment arrangements and resources.
Call North Central Community Action Agencies at 219.872.0351
Call Catholic Charities of La Porte County at 219.879.9312
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
DAV provides information for disabled veterans at dav.org.
You can also speak to a service officer Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST by calling 1.888.604.0234.
La Porte City Transportation
TransPorte offers curb-to-curb service in the city of La Porte, Indiana. Call 219.362.6565 to schedule a ride.
How much does it cost? TransPorte will take you from your origin to your destination for $3.25 (one-way). To reserve a ride, call 219.363.6565.
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