Help Before You Lose Your Home

One missed paycheck. A medical bill you didn't expect. A rent increase you couldn't absorb. A shutoff notice that arrived before payday. These things happen to people who are doing their best — and they shouldn't cost you your home. Christian Service Center's Homeless Prevention program helps Orange County residents stay housed before a hard month turns into a housing crisis. We offer rent assistance, utility assistance, landlord mediation, and personalized support to help you get stable and stay stable.

If you live in Orlando, Winter Park, Apopka, Winter Garden, Windermere, or anywhere in Orange County and you are afraid of losing your housing, reach out now. The sooner you contact us, the more we can do.

We Can Help You Stay in Your Home

This program is for households in Orange County who are at immediate risk of eviction or utility shutoff. You do not have to be homeless to ask for help. If you are behind on rent, have received an eviction notice, or cannot pay a utility bill, you may qualify for assistance.

Losing housing is one of the hardest things a family can go through. Our prevention team works to stop that from happening. We provide direct rent assistance to help you catch up on what you owe, so you and your family can stay where you are. We also work with your landlord on your behalf — talking through your situation, explaining the support we can provide, and helping reach an agreement that keeps you housed. Landlord mediation is one of the most effective tools we have, and it works because we show up as a partner to everyone in the conversation.

Eviction prevention in Orlando starts with one call or visit. Our team will listen, assess your situation, and connect you with the help that fits.

Utility Shutoff Help When You Need It Most

A shutoff notice is an emergency. Going without power, water, or heat puts your family at risk — and it can make it harder to keep a job, care for children, or manage a health condition. Our utility assistance program helps Orange County residents cover overdue utility bills before service is cut off. We work quickly because we know time matters.

If you have received a shutoff notice or your service has already been disconnected, contact us right away. Emergency rent help and utility shutoff help are both part of what we do, and we will do our best to move fast.

Personalized Support to Help You Get Stable

Paying one bill is not always enough. Sometimes a family needs more than a single payment — they need a plan. Our prevention team provides personalized support to help you understand your options, connect with additional resources, and build a path toward financial stability. That might mean help with family and emergency assistance, referrals to other programs, or ongoing case support while you get back on your feet.

We believe prevention is the most effective way to end homelessness. It costs less, causes less harm, and keeps families together. One bad month should not define where you live.

Frequently Asked Questions About How We Help