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 Michigan
Michigan programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Michigan State Housing Development Authority
Rental Assistance
MSHDA funds rental assistance programs, including Housing Choice Vouchers, through local housing agencies.
Ways to apply:PaperIn person
Michigan State Housing Development Authority
Homelessness Assistance
MSHDA funds local agencies that help people find shelter and address housing crises.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Michigan State Housing Development Authority
Housing Finance Programs
MSHDA provides housing programs that support affordable homeownership and rental housing.
Ways to apply:Phone
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Michigan Public Service Commission
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Also: Michigan Energy Assistance Program
LIHEAP funds energy crisis help through Michigan's State Emergency Relief program.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization provides eligible low-income households with home energy improvements at no cost.
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
Talk to a person
- Michigan 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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