HOUSEHOLD PROGRAM
SERVICES
Household Services Overview
All program services depend on the availability of funding.
Program services are provided on a first come, first serve basis to applicants located within the Sacramento Metropolitan Area.
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Limitations may apply to the amount of financial assistance allowed for each service and the number of times the same service can be requested.
Groceries Assistance
Requested grocery items will be delivered to the applicant's place of residence, or made available for pick-up at a HERB selected market or grocery store, typically within driving distance of the applicant's residence.
Utility Bill Assistance
Payment(s) made directly to a local utility company for electricity, gas, water, sewer, drainage, or garbage services, to avoid disconnection, restore service or reduce a past due balance owed.
Housing Costs Supplement
Payment made directly to a property manager, mortgage company, or landlord, of at least a third, or more, of the monthly rent or mortgage due, when an applicant is past due or facing eviction.
Gas Assistance
Financial assistance to purchase gas at a HERB selected fueling station, utilizing a pre-paid card. Attendance of a HERB facilitated budgeting workshop may be required.
Transit Pass
Online purchase of a semi-monthly or monthly pass, for pick-up at a transit retail outlet or receipt via mail; for qualified transportation needs, including work, school or job search.
Household Program Eligibility Overview
Submission of a program application is required to request services. Some services may require proof of eligibility by
supplying requested documentation.
The minimum eligibility requirements for applicants are based on meeting one or more of the following criteria:
Age
Applicant must be at least 16 years of age.
Foster Youth
Current or former documented foster youth.
Enrolled in School
Enrolled in high school, or at least part-time, in an accredited college or trade school; successfully having completed at least one semester.
Recent Incarceration
Recent release from incarceration from a juvenile center
or county jail.
Income
All earned income is from government assisted services or minimum wage employment; or the individual's or family income is at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty level.
Recent Inability to Work
Experiencing a significant reduction in pay or not receiving any income, due to being in between jobs, or on FMLA and have exhausted all sick and vacation time.