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 Virginia
Virginia programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Virginia Homeless Solutions Program
The program funds local services that help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Virginia Housing Trust Fund Homeless Reduction Grant
The grant supports local rapid rehousing, rental assistance, and homelessness prevention services.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Virginia Housing Trust Fund
The fund supports affordable housing and efforts to reduce homelessness in Virginia.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Virginia Department of Social Services
Energy Assistance Program
In Virginia, LIHEAP is called Energy Assistance.
The Energy Assistance Program helps eligible households with heating, cooling, and home energy emergencies.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Weatherization Assistance Program
Weatherization provides home improvements that can reduce energy use and improve safety.
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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