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How do I apply for Section 8/ Housing Choice Vouchers?
The process to Apply for Section 8 is very straightforward. We have a straightforward guide on **How to Apply for Housing Choice Vouchers.** If you’re trying to learn more about how to apply, click here to read more.
How do I check my place on the waiting list?
The easiest way to check your place on a waiting list is to contact the local PHA you applied to. If you applied to multiple, or are trying to find more waiting lists or PHAs to apply to, use this resource here to locate affordable housing near you.
How do I speed up the process and reduce the wait for Section 8/HCV?
Waiting for your voucher to be approved and to get into affordable housing can be a painful process. Thankfully, there are things you can do to speed up your wait times. We have a resource guide available to you to help get you into housing faster, click here to read more.
I am Homeless or in need of Emergency Housing, how can I get help?
If you are homeless or at risk of immediate homelessness, first make sure to call 211 to find a shelter in your area to stay safe. There are also resources to help people facing homelessness or in **emergency housing situations.** If your situation qualifies, you may be eligible for Emergency Rental Assistance. If you’re interested in learning more about emergency housing, read this article, and this article.
I am a Veteran, what resources are available for me?
HUD has partnered with the VA in the creation of the HUD-VASH Program, which is a housing program specific for Veterans of the United States Armed Services. If you are a Veteran and would like to learn more about the HUD-VASH Program and how you may qualify for housing, click here to read more.
I am a Senior Citizen, what resources are available for me?
Section 202 is a HUD program for the elderly. The Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program is specifically designed to help senior citizens with their housing needs and prioritize them over any other applicants. If you’re interested in learning more about Section 202, **click here to read more.**
We have additional resources for other Housing Options for Senior Citizens as well, click here to read that article.
I am Disabled, what resources are available for me?
HUD has a program called Section 811, which is geared specifically to help disabled citizens with their housing needs. If you’re interested in qualifying for Section 811, click here to read more.
I am an Immigrant, what resources are available for me?
HUD also has Housing Options for Immigrants. To see if you qualify for the eligibility criteria, click here to read that article.
I am a Felon, can I get Section 8/Housing Choice Vouchers?
A felony on its own does not disqualify you from receiving Section 8. You may still be eligible for Section 8 as a felon or having a criminal record. If you’re a felon or have a criminal record and you’re looking for affordable housing, click here to read more.
How can I locate a Public Housing Authority (PHA) to apply to near me?
There best way to find your local PHA is to use an affordable housing finder tool. To use the most comprehensive tool to find affordable housing and your local PHAs, click here to locate them.
How can I locate Affordable Housing units near me that match my needs and voucher type?
We have partnered with Section8Search to bring you the most comprehensive tool to locate affordable housing near you. Section8Search allows you to filter by location, housing type and size, as well as voucher type, and apply to landlords directly. To find affordable housing, click here to use Section 8 Search.