Housing and Utility Support Resources
Safe, stable housing and reliable utilities are essential for overall well-being and financial security. If you are facing challenges with rent, shelter, heating or cooling costs or other essential household expenses, there are trusted national and community-based organizations ready to help. The resources listed below offer support with rental assistance, emergency shelter, energy and utility bills and referrals to additional services such as food assistance, health care and financial counseling. Whether you need short-term relief or longer-term housing guidance, these programs can help you find the support and stability you deserve.
Catholic Charities works to prevent homelessness by providing financial assistance and long-term support and strives to resolve issues that may lead to homelessness. Catholic Charities also provides help in the following areas: immigrant and refugee services, integrated health and nutrition, advocacy and social policy initiatives, disaster services, and foundational services.
Other resources available (food, general financial assistance)
Website: https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/
Phone Number: 703-549-1390
The CAP’s mission is to ensure all causes and conditions of poverty are effectively addressed and to strengthen, promote, represent, and serve the Community Action Network. They have various programs including energy partnerships.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Find Shelter tool provides information about housing, shelter, health care, and clothing resources in communities across the country.
Website: https://www.hud.gov/findshelter
HHN provides free or significantly reduced cost lodging to patients and their families while receiving medical care away from their home communities with Healthcare Hospitality Houses.
Website: https://www.hhnetwork.org/about-us
Phone Number: 1-800-542-9730
LIHEAP.org provides users with information and other resources that assist families with funds to help with energy costs.
The NEAR hotline is available if you need additional help finding your local energy assistance office. This is a free service.
Website: https://liheapch.acf.hhs.gov/referral.htm
Phone Number: 866-674-6327
The Salvation Army exists to meet human needs wherever, whenever and however they can help. They provide a variety of programs based on the needs of the community, you can use their website to search for programs in your area.
Other resources available (general financial assistance)
Website: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/
Phone Number: 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769)
HUD provides information about renting (including assistance programs), local public housing, homeownership, and more.
A free, confidential service available 24 hours, 7 days a week that provides local referrals for a wide range of needs, including housing, food assistance, health care, financial support, and more.
Other resources available (food assistance, transportation, medical care, mental health, child care, employment, general financial assistance)
Website: www.211.org
Phone Number: 211