Brevard County Housing and Human Services

The Housing and Human Services Department is a partnership of services operating under the Brevard County Community Services Group and the Board of County Commissioners.  In the best interest of all residents, the Housing and Human Services Department identifies and addresses community needs and plan for the organization, development, and evaluation of Board sponsored programs, designed to enhance the health, safety, and quality of life in Brevard County.

Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Application

Please note that failure to provide all required documents will result in the denial of assistance.

Downloadable Application (508 Compliant)

Emergency Rental Assistance Application (pdf, 280 KB)
Emergency Rental Assistance Program Policy Addendum 1 - Priority Areas (pdf, 577 KB)

Applications will be accepted at the following locations:

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Burial Program Application

Downloadable Application (Section 508 Compliant)

Please download and complete all documents.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Burial Program Application FORM (pdf, 1090 KB)

Please note that failure to provide all required documentation will result in the denial of assistance.

Applications will be accepted at the following locations:

By mail or hand delivered to:

Brevard County Community Action Agency
Dr. Joe Lee Smith Community Center
415 Stone Street
Cocoa, Florida 32922

Use the online application portal.

  • Public Notice of Availability / Solicitation of Public Comment

    Sep 10, 2020, 08:17 AM by Public Notices
    Pursuant to Florida Statute 420.9075(10) Brevard County has prepared an Annual Report covering its accomplishments through 06/30/2019 for the STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES PARTNERSHIP for State Fiscal Years 16/17, 17/18 and 18/19.

Housing Programs

Helping Hand

Financial assistance for emergency services and cremation / burial assistance. Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Self-Sufficiency Program.

Community Action Agency
Residential Reroof

If your household income is at or below the Annual Income Limit for your family size, we may be able to assist you with repairs to your home.

Replace, Rehab and Repair Program
Laying Insulation

If your household income is at or below the Annual Income Limit for your family size, we may be able to help you lower your monthly utility bills.

Weatherization Program

Upcoming Meetings

More Programs

Mission Statement

To contribute to Brevard County's quality of life by assisting citizens to meet their health, social and housing requirements.

Vision Statement

A department recognized for providing citizens with human service opportunities to achieve success through collaboration with community partners.

Purpose

Identify and address community needs.