Need help paying your energy bill? Hillsborough County can assist you.Tenants should be wary of anyone requesting payment to complete an ERAP application. In order to apply for General Assistance, you must complete the application and provide all requested documentation. The School Readiness (SR) program can help with the cost of child care through a partial scholarship that will pay for a portion of the child care cost. Qualifications: government-issued ID and social security card, proof that you live in Hillsborough County, and meet income guidelines. Here, you will find resources related to affordable housing, rental and housing assistance, evictions and disputes with landlords and more. Eligibility is usually based on the household income for a 30-day period. Financial Aid counselors are available on all of our campuses. For virtual assistance, please make an appointment or call 813.253.7000.