Housing
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Tell us more about what you need. We answer first, then show the programs that fit, then ask a few questions to narrow it down.
Programs in Colorado
Colorado programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Colorado Division of Housing
The Division of Housing funds housing programs and supports affordable housing development across Colorado.
Ways to apply:Phone
Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Homelessness Initiatives
The Division of Housing funds programs that support shelters, outreach, and other responses to homelessness.
Ways to apply:Phone
Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Rental Assistance Resources
The Division of Housing lists rental assistance resources and housing programs available in Colorado.
Ways to apply:Phone
Colorado Department of Human Services
Low-income Energy Assistance Program
In Colorado, LIHEAP is called LEAP.
LEAP helps eligible households pay part of their winter home heating costs.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
Colorado Energy Office
Colorado Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization improves home energy efficiency and can lower heating costs for eligible households.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
Apply through your local public housing authority. HUD lists every housing authority by state.
Federal Communications Commission
Lifeline phone and internet discount
A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Check if you qualify and apply on the National Verifier, then pick a phone or internet company that offers Lifeline.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA disaster assistance
Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by phone, or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center.
Checked on October 9, 2026
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