Community Resources
Housing Access Resources for People with Disabilities and Low Incomes
Rush Homes
We maintain a waiting list of interested persons/families who are interested in and/or need our housing. Our waiting list is the doorway to gaining a home with Rush Homes. If you are interested in joining Rush Homes’ waiting list, click here.
Rush Homes can also provide a list of other housing providers in the region. Call 434-455-2120.
AccessVA
Accessva.org provides a way for Virginians with disabilities to find an affordable, accessible place to live. Accessva.org also provides a variety of other information including information on accessible housing resources and an interactive map of Virginia Centers for Independent Living (CIL). Click on www.accessva.org to search for housing.
Virginia Housing Search
Virginia Housing Development Authority manages Virginia Housing Search, a free resource to help you find a home that fits your needs and budget. Begin your search at http://www.virginiahousingsearch.com/
211
2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that helps people across the greater Lynchburg area (and many other parts of North America) find needed local resources including housing and utilities. Dial 2-1-1 or visit http://www.211.org.
LCS Community Resource Guide
Lynchburg City Schools has a comprehensive resource guide broken up by specific need. The guide can be found by visiting https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/student-services/community-resources.
Additional Area Resources
Department of Social Services
Lynchburg - 434.455.5850
Amherst – 434.946.9330
Bedford - 540.586.7750
Campbell County - 434.332.9585
Disabilities Services
Lynchburg Area Center for Independent Living (LACIL) – 434.528.4971
Homelessness
Coordinated Homeless Intake and Access (CHIA) - 434.427.2442 If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or will lose housing in the next three days, please call the 24/7 hotline Coordinated Homeless Intake and Access (CHIA) via 434.427.CHIA.
Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Assistance
Lynchburg Community Action Group (Lyn-CAG) - 434.846.2778 www.lyncag.org
Interfaith Outreach Association 434.846.6098 www.interfaithoutreach.org
Salvation Army - 434.845.5939 http://virginiasalvationarmy.org/lynchburgva/
Food Access
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, Lynchburg 434.845.4099
Park View Community Mission 434.845.8468
Lynchburg Daily Bread 434.845.5703
Resources Outside Lynchburg City
Altavista – DAWN (Donation a week neighbor) - 434.369.7937
Bedford – Bedford Christian Ministries - 540.486.2633
Campbell County – Piedmont Community Impact - 434.283.7531
Amherst – Helping Hands - 434.846.5914
Resources for Seniors