Housing Emergency Loan Program (HELP)

A blended fund comprised of a loan and a grant, to help low-income individuals aged 60 or older purchase a bed. Loans are repaid on a monthly $25 repayment schedule. 

Organizations that offer this Service
Hamilton Housing Help Centre
Sites that offer this Service
Hamilton Housing Help Centre Location
Sunday:
Closed

Monday:
10:00-16:30

Tuesday:
10:00-16:30

Wednesday:
12:00-16:30

Thursday:
10:00-16:30

Friday:
10:00-16:30

Saturday:
Closed

Website: www.housinghelpcentre.ca

119 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1G5, Canada

Eligibility

Open to all 60 years and older, who have an income below the Statistics Canada Low-Income Measure, and have paid back any previous HELP loans.

Areas Served
Hamilton
Hamilton Downtown
Fees
Fee
None
Languages
English
Application Instructions

Apply in person with the following documents:

  • Last 30 days of household income (if providing banking information, name and account number are required)
  • Void cheque/direct deposit information
  • Estimate from furniture store
  • ID with date of birth
Age Range
60 years and older
Classifications
Last Full Update
June 26, 2025