Stay in Your Home.
Help Is Available.
Emergency rental assistance, Section 8 vouchers, eviction prevention, and homeowner programs are available in every state. You don't have to face housing insecurity alone.
Three Simple Steps
You don't need to be an expert. These programs were designed to be accessible — and we make finding them even easier.
Find Your County
Enter your ZIP code to see every housing program near you — with local housing authority contacts, phone numbers, and waitlist status.
Check Eligibility
Most programs serve households earning below 50–80% of Area Median Income. Family size, veteran status, and disability status may also affect priority.
Apply Directly
Contact your local housing authority or social services office. We provide the phone numbers and addresses — you apply directly with them.
What Housing Help Is Available?
From emergency rent payments to long-term vouchers, these programs help families stay housed.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers
FederalThe largest federal rental assistance program. Vouchers cover the gap between 30% of your income and fair market rent. Administered by your local Public Housing Authority (PHA).
Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA)
FederalCovers past-due rent and utilities for households financially impacted by hardship. Payments go directly to your landlord. Available through state and local grantees.
Eviction Prevention Programs
StateLegal aid organizations and court diversion programs can help negotiate with landlords, file responses, and connect you to emergency funds before an eviction becomes final.
Public Housing
FederalAffordable housing developments owned and operated by local housing authorities. Rent is set at 30% of household income. Over 1 million units nationwide.
Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF)
FederalHelps homeowners catch up on mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, and HOA fees. Payments go directly to your servicer or tax authority.
Rapid Rehousing & Transitional
LocalShort-term rental assistance and case management to help individuals and families quickly exit homelessness and stabilize in permanent housing.
Do I Qualify?
Housing assistance programs generally serve households earning below 50–80% of Area Median Income (AMI), which varies by location. For example, in many metro areas a family of four earning under $50,000–$65,000 may qualify. Veterans, elderly households, people with disabilities, and families with children often receive priority placement.
How Do I Apply?
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Contact your local housing authority. Use our county pages to find your local PHA or housing office. They manage Section 8 waitlists, public housing applications, and emergency programs.
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Gather income and identity documents. You'll need pay stubs or benefit letters, photo ID for all adults, Social Security cards, and proof of current housing situation (lease, eviction notice, etc.).
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Apply and join the waitlist. Some programs have waitlists. Apply to multiple programs simultaneously to improve your chances. Emergency programs typically have faster turnaround.
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Attend your intake interview. Once contacted, bring all required documents to your scheduled appointment. A caseworker will verify your eligibility and explain your options.
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Receive assistance directly. Payments go to your landlord, mortgage servicer, or utility company. You work with your caseworker to maintain compliance and renew as needed.
No One Should Lose Their Home
Find housing programs in your county — with local contacts, waitlist info, and application details.