Who We Are
Rockbridge Area Relief Association (RARA) provides temporary help with rent, security deposits, or homelessness to families in Rockbridge County.
As part of the Valley Homeless Connection, RARA partners with area agencies to assist people experiencing homelessness. Our goal is to help with a long-term solution such as permanent housing, but we can provide a temporary motel voucher or transportation to a regional shelter. Please call RARA so we can discuss your options. We can also help you start an application with the Valley Housing Crisis Hotline, or you may call them at (540) 213-7347.
Who We Serve
Languages Spoken
English
,
Spanish
Service Area(s)
Buena Vista City
,
Lexington City
,
Rockbridge County
Cost & Payment Methods
Fee Structure
No Fee
Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
Yes
Residency Requirements
Cities of Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County
Other Eligibility Criteria
Rent must be past due. Assistance with first month's rent and security deposits are for emergency situations when a move is required.
Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Applications are taken by phone Monday-Thursday from 9:30am-12pm.
Intake Process
Call 540-463-6642 for phone applications or visit https://www.raralex.org/utilities to start a request. Applications take about 10 minutes to start. Please have your landlord's name and phone number ready when you call. We are only able to help with rent once per year, and you must live in Rockbridge County.
Documents Required
No documentation required
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
No
Intake Contact Telephone
5404636642