RAFT: Residential Assistance for Families in Transition

The state-funded RAFT program is a tool used by the HCEC team to provide eligible households or individuals funding that can be used to help keep their housing, obtain new housing, or otherwise avoid becoming homeless.

*For households applying to RAFT for assistance with rent arrears, a notice to quit or eviction notice/court summons is now required.

The quickest way to start the application process for RAFT Assistance is online by using our APPLY ONLINE NOW portal link.
Homeowners, Tenants, Landlords or Homeless - Apply for RAFT
Landlord ONLY Application for RAFT

If you are unable to complete the form online, please leave a message on our RAFT hotline at 781.422.4204 and our staff will call back to assist you in the order your message was received.

Additional Information

OTHER RESOURCES:

  • If you are unable to complete the form online, please leave a message on our RAFT hotline at (781) 422-4204.
  • To find out more about CELHP and how to get legal help in your area go to www.EvictionLegalHelp.org. 
  • To learn more about submitting a complete application, eligibility, and required documents click here.
  • Facing Eviction? Find resources here.