Housing
Ask about it
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 Florida
Florida programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Rental Assistance
Florida Housing funds local partners that offer rental assistance to eligible households.
Ways to apply:PhonePaperIn person
Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Homelessness Assistance
Florida Housing supports local homelessness service providers and housing programs.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Housing Finance Programs
Florida Housing offers homebuyer and rental housing programs through participating lenders and local providers.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Florida Department of Commerce
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
LIHEAP helps eligible households pay energy bills through local agencies.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
Florida Department of Commerce
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization services help eligible households improve home energy efficiency and safety.
Ways to apply:PhonePaperIn 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
Talk to a person
- Florida 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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