Township Assistance Required Documents
The Township Assistance Application MUST ONLY be completed once we have completed the intake process. Please call the Trustee’s Office at 317-327-8947 to complete intake. You may expect a response time of 7-10 days. Thank you for your patience.
NOTE: An appointment MUST be scheduled PRIOR to completing the township assistance application.
To process of your application for assistance, the below documents are required to accompany all applications:
- Verification of income from ALL sources for the past 60 days (paycheck stubs, bank statements, pre-paid card statements, money order receipts, debit card printouts, etc.).
- Expense receipts and paid bill receipts from ALL payments made within the past 60 days.
- Valid photo I.D. for ALL adults in the household.
- Birth certificates for ALL children in the household.
- Social Security cards for ALL members of the household or proof of application.
- Lease agreement or mortgage statement or payment book if homeowner.
- Divorce/settlement papers (including Child Support printout).
- Work One printout.
- Copy of income tax returns and W-2’s.
- Current utility bills, including phone, cable, auto, insurance, credit cards and prescriptions.
- Additional information may be required by your caseworker.
Other Public Assistance
State law requires that all township assistance applicants/recipients apply for other types of public assistance. You must apply and follow through with the public assistance agencies marked below and provide proof of application to the trustee’s office:
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*Applications currently not accepted online.
Services
Assistance is provided to eligible applicants in the following categories:
Rental Assistance
Housing assistance for rent or mortgage can be provided if applicants meet the eligibility requirements. Verification is required.
Utilities
Assistance can be provided for current utility bills as long as the bill is in the applicant’s name and applicant’s residence is current. Verification will be required.
Food
Food vouchers can be provided for households not receiving SNAP and meet eligibility requirements. Verification is required and some restrictions do apply.
Transportation
Bus passes can be provided for those eligible to maintain employment prior to receipt of first paycheck or to obtain necessary documentation needed for the intake appointment. Verification is required.
Burials
Assistance is available for deceased family members who lived in Warren Township and meet eligibility requirements. Verification is required and some restrictions apply. Contact the office for further information.
*School Uniforms*
*We regret to inform you that, due to current budgetary constraints, school uniform vouchers will not be distributed this year.
This decision was made after careful consideration of our limited resources. We recognize and deeply understand the challenges our community continues to face, and we remain committed to serving the needs of our community to the best of our ability. We appreciate your understanding during this challenging time.
Medical/Dental Assistance
The trustee may provide medical assistance to an approved township assistance applicant who is not receiving medical care through private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, any other governmental medical program or indigent medical care program provided under IC 12-16.
Email address for Township Assistance: warrentrustee@indy.gov