HOPEUnited
Partnering for Lasting Change
This workshop is a requirement before receiving any type of financial assistance, helping you build a solid foundation for financial stability.
Our Partnership
Transitional Housing
Transitional housing provides a temporary, stable living environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. At HOPE Calloway, we have three shelters in Calloway County where residents can stay as they work towards securing permanent housing. You can apply online or by phone. Once approved, you’ll be placed on a waiting list, and we’ll work to get you into housing quickly. If necessary, we’ll connect you with other resources to ensure you find the support you need.
Transportation Assistance
Our transportation assistance program helps individuals and families reach emergency shelters and essential services, primarily when the need is directly related to a housing situation. If you need a ride to a shelter or other crucial appointment, you can apply for assistance online or by phone. Once approved, we’ll coordinate transportation to ensure you get where you need to go safely and promptly.
Financial Assistance
The Rent Assistance Fund provides support to individuals and families who are behind on their rent payments. This program helps prevent eviction and utility shutoffs, offering a critical safety net for those facing financial hardships. You can apply for assistance online or by phone. Once approved, we’ll work to provide the necessary funds and connect you with additional resources if needed to help stabilize your housing situation.
Emergency Housing
Our Emergency Housing Assistance program aims to connect individuals and families with long-term housing solutions by prioritizing placement in shelters and other housing options. Hotel stays are provided only on a case-by-case basis and as a last resort when no other options are available. You can apply for assistance online or by phone, and we’ll work to find the most sustainable solution for your immediate housing needs.v
Assistance Policies
- Rent/Utility Assistance
- Transitional Housing
- Emergency Housing
- Emergency Housing
This is an emergency relief fund- the fund DOES NOT pay current or rent.
To qualify you must:
- MUST be a resident of Calloway County
- Be very specific in what you are requesting assistance for
- Must be AT LEAST 60 DAYS OR MORE past due on rent NOT COUNTING CURRENT MONTH
- Maximum rental assistance of $250
- Only one (1) award every 12 months
- ALL APPLICANTS RECEIVING FUNDS MUST ENROLL IN A FREE BUDGET COURSE
- Payments are made directly to the landlord or utility company
(If you are seeking utility assistance, please apply directly through United Way at mccunitedway.org)
- Can only live in transitional housing once during a 12-month period.
- Must be employed or actively seeking employment. (Unless documented disability prevents employment.)
OR - Must receive non-employment based income
- Must be able to pass a drug screen.
- All adults must submit to a criminal background check. (Past record does not automatically disqualify.)
- Must have resided in Calloway County for the last 3 months, or longer.
If you are in need of emergency housing, our staff will work with you to find an appropriate placement based on the information you provide. In many cases, we are able to provide transportation to nearby emergency shelters or other housing arrangements available to you.
Please contact our office for more information.
- Can only receive transportation assistance once per month and no more than 4 times per year.
- Must be for authorized purpose, directly related to housing need.
- Additional cases may be considered if assistance is available.
How to Apply
Resources
Housing Stability
- Income-based Housing
- Lower Income Housing
- Other Resources
Housing Authority of Murray
(270) 753-5000
716 Nash Drive
https://www.phamurray.org/
Now can apply online! Provides public assisted affordable income-based HUD subsidized housing for low income or moderate-income families.
KY Housing Corporation
1-877-552-7368
www.kyhousing.org
Organization that helps with homeownership. Apply through KYHS for Section 8 Voucher Program.
Calloway Gardens/Essex Downs
(270) 753-8556
1511 Diuguid Dr
Forest View
(270) 753-1970
1213 N 16th St
Mur-Cal Apartments
(270) 759-4984 902
Northwood Dr.
Tanglewood
(270) 762-1044
1121 Transit Way
University Heights
(270) 759-2282
1734 Campbell St
Live Oaks
(270) 752-8221
906 Broad Street
Red Oaks
(270) 753-8668
1409 Diuguid Dr
Wesley at Murray
(443) 863-5271
440 Utterback Rd
Senior housing apartments with government-subsidized, low-income rates.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development
https://www.hudexchange.info/housing-and-homeless-assistance/
Kentucky Legal Aid
http://www.klaid.org
(270)782-5740
Can help with legal issues related to housing
Career Development
- Job Skills and Preparation
- Online Job Search
- Other Resources
Free Resume Builder
https://www.resume.com/
This great tool will help you build a professional resume that looks great!
Job Search Tutorial
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/jobsearch/
Several great tutorials to help you learn to write a resume, complete job applications, interview skills, and more!
Workplace Skills
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/workplaceskills/
More tutorials to help you learn valuable skills as you rejoin the workforce.
More Tutorials
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/
Even more tutorials in things like using computers, life skills, choosing a career, and so much more!
Indeed
https://www.indeed.com/
CareerBuilder
https://www.careerbuilder.com/
Facebook Job Search
https://www.facebook.com/jobs/
Murray Chamber of Commerce
https://business.mymurray.com/jobs
KY Career Center
http://www.kcc.ky.gov/
West KY Workforce Board
http://www.wkworkforce.work/
Financial Wellness
- Food Resources
- Department for Community Based Services (DCBS)
- Other Resources
Needline
509 N 8th Street
(270)753-6333
Provides monthly food boxes as well as other resources.
It is best to go in person if possible; contact us if you need to make other arrangements.
Soup for the Soul
411 Maple Street
Serves free hot meal on Monday-Friday from 4-6PM
Blessing Boxes
Blessing Boxes are scattered all over the county. They are usually stocked with non-perishable food items and are free for the community. Make sure to check the back of your handbook for a full list of locations.
Community Kitchen
503 Maple Street
Free meal every Sunday at 12:30PM.
(855)306-8959
3415 US-641, Murray, KY 42071
Food Stamps (SNAP)
Apply online https://benefind.ky.gov/
(855)306-8959
Medicaid
Apply online https://benefind.ky.gov/
(844)407-8398
KCHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program)
Apply when applying for Medicaid
Other Programs Available
Childcare Assistance
KTAP
CPS
West KY Allied
http://www.kcc.ky.gov/
(270)753-0908
Emergency Assistance, Health Benefit Assistance, Home Care, Employment Program, Utility Assistance
iWASH
(270) 519-9485
1550 Lowes Dr
4th Monday of every month from 5-7 PM: free laundry services (supplies provided).
Glendale Church of Christ Caring and Sharing
(270) 753-3714
1101 Glendale Road
Clothing and Food Assistance, Call for schedule.
Angel’s Attic
(270) 762-0505
972 Chestnut Street
Allowed one voucher per year. Talk to our office if you need a voucher for essential needs.
Personal Growth
- Addiction and Recovery
- Emotional and Physical Health
- Education Resources
Clear Creek Medical
(270) 226-1100
104 N 4th St
Outpatient addiction and psychiatric treatment.
Recovery Works
(270) 623-8500
4747 Old Dublin Rd
Inpatient and outpatient recovery treatment.
Journey Pure
(270) 557-7689
3229 Coleman Road
Addiction care and treatment
University Church of Christ
(270) 753-1881
801 N 12th St
Has Regular AA Meetings. Also has Al Anon meetings for family members of addicts or recovering ad-dicts. Call for more information and meeting times.
Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind.
Locations
- Hope Harbor Church
270) 753-6695
2771 State Route 94 East
Meets Tuesdays at 6PM
Free Dinner Provided - Riverwood Church
(270) 293-7340
915 Arcadia Circle
Meets on Thursdays at 6:30PM
Murray AA
Southside Shopping Center, Suite J
625 S 12th St
Click here to view meeting times.
LOTUS
800-928-7273
Located in the Weak’s Community Center
607 Poplar St
Provides support services for any victims of sexual assault and child abuse
Merryman House
1-800-585-2686
Located in the Weak’s Community Center
607 Poplar St
Provides advocacy and support services for victims of domestic violence
Murray Calloway County Health Department
(270) 753-3381
602 Memory Ln
Provides clinical services as well as where you apply for WIC and other community health needs.
Murray Calloway County Hospital
(270)762-1100
803 Poplar Street
Bridges Family Center
(270) 761-5804
1712 State Hwy 121
Murray State University Psychological Center
(270) 809-2504
401 Wells Hall
Provides mental and emotional health services. Fees are based on income.
Four Rivers Behavioral Health
(270) 753-6622
1051 North 16th Street
Counseling, crisis services, adult services, children services, medical services, substance abuse services, and testing and assessment
Kentucky Care
(270) 753-2395
312 S 8th St
Provides clinical and health services, regardless of ability to pay.
Calloway County Adult Education
https://callowayadulted.weebly.com/
(270) 759-5525
FREE academic preparation program for adults to prepare for college and/or work.
– GED
– Adult Education
– Workforce preparation activities
WKCTC (Ready to Work Program)
https://westkentucky.kctcs.edu/current-students/academic-resources/ready-to-work/
270-534-3423
Helps you work a paying job while going to school
Jobcorps
270.727.0387
https://muhlenberg.jobcorps.gov
and https://earlecclements.jobcorps.gov
Multiple campuses allows qualifying students get certified in a trade or their GED for free. Provides housing, food, essential needs, and a monthly allowance.
