Housing Assistance
Find affordable housing options, rental assistance programs, and emergency housing resources for single parents.
Emergency Housing: If you're facing immediate homelessness, call 211 or your local emergency services. Many communities have emergency shelters and rapid rehousing programs available 24/7.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
Rental assistance for low-income families
What it covers:
- Up to 70% of rent payment
- Choose your own housing
- Portable between states
- Utilities may be included
Eligibility:
- Income below 50% of area median
- U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant
- Pass background check
Public Housing
Government-owned affordable housing
What it offers:
- Rent based on 30% of income
- Apartments and townhomes
- On-site management
- Some utilities included
Priority given to:
- Families with children
- Elderly or disabled
- Homeless individuals
- Domestic violence survivors
Emergency Rental Assistance
Help with past-due rent and utilities
Covers:
- Back rent and utilities
- Future rent payments
- Late fees and court costs
- Moving expenses
Requirements:
- COVID-19 impact on income
- Risk of homelessness
- Income below 80% of area median
USDA Rural Housing
Housing assistance in rural areas
Programs available:
- Direct loans for homebuying
- Guaranteed loans
- Rental assistance
- Home repair grants
Benefits:
- No down payment required
- Below-market interest rates
- Flexible credit requirements