Monroe County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Monroe County Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Program Type: Emergency rental and utility assistance

Geographic Scope: Monroe County, Pennsylvania

The Monroe County Emergency Rental Assistance Program provides help for renters who are behind on their rent or utilities, regardless of monthly rate. This program was introduced in 2021 to address housing instability related to the COVID-19 crisis.

Eligibility Requirements

• Monroe County residents who are renters
• Behind on rent or utilities OR at risk for housing instability
• Have experienced a loss of income or additional expenses due to the COVID-19 crisis
• Household income must be equal to or less than specified limits for household members 18 years and older (specific income thresholds mentioned but not detailed in provided text)

Application Process

Applicants sign up online through the COMPASS website (https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/RAP/Application) and select Monroe County.

For those without internet access: Call 570-243-6677 for application information

Required Documents

• Proof of Identity for applicant
• Current lease and letter showing amount due (if applicable)
• Court-ordered Eviction document (if applicable)
• Past-due utility bills (if applicable)
• Recent pay stubs, unemployment documents, and other proof of income or 1040 tax filing from 2020
• List of COMPASS Programs participant is enrolled in (if applicable) - SNAP, Medical Assistance, etc.

Contact Information:

• Pocono Mountains United Way
• 301 McConnell Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
• Phone: (570) 517-3953
• Fax: (570) 234-3469

Application Process

1. Sign up online at the COMPASS website: https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/RAP/Application
2. Select Monroe County to start the application process
3. Provide all available documents to speed up processing

For applicants without internet access:

• Call 570-243-6677 for application information

Required Documents

• Proof of Identity for yourself (applicant)
• Current lease and letter showing amount due (if applicable)
• Court-ordered Eviction document (if applicable)
• Past-due utility bills (if applicable)
• Recent pay stubs, unemployment documents, and other proof of income or 1040 tax filing from 2020
• List of COMPASS Programs you participate in (if applicable) - (SNAP, Medical Assistance, etc.)