Contact your local public housing agency
Apply for Section 8 or Housing Choice Voucher programs
Check eligibility for public housing
Visit your state or city housing assistance website
Call 211 for local housing resources
Apply for emergency rental assistance
Contact nonprofit housing organizations
Ask your landlord about payment plans or hardship programs
Gather required documents such as ID, income, and lease information
Submit applications as soon as possible
Follow up on application status regularly
Look for homeless prevention or eviction diversion programs
Check for disability, senior, or veteran housing programs
Search for affordable housing lotteries in your area
Contact your local Department of Social Services
Use HUD resources to find assistance programs