Housing Help

Housing Help

Whether you need a bed tonight, a rent voucher, or a zero-down VA loan — start here.

  • HousingVA.gov · checked 2026-07-04

    HUD-VASH Housing Voucher

    Section 8 housing voucher plus VA case-management for homeless veterans.

    Next step

    Call 1-877-424-3838, then visit your local VA and ask for the HUD-VASH coordinator.

    Documents to bring

    • DD-214
    • Photo ID
    • SSN
  • HousingVA.gov · checked 2026-07-04

    Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

    Rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention: rent, deposits, utilities, moving costs for very low-income veteran families.

    Next step

    Find your local SSVF provider at va.gov/homeless/ssvf, or call 1-877-424-3838 for a warm handoff.

  • HousingVA.gov · checked 2026-07-04

    VA Home Loan Certificate of Eligibility (COE)

    Zero-down VA-backed home loan. No PMI. Competitive rates. The COE proves you're eligible to a lender.

    Next step

    Request your COE online at va.gov/housing-assistance/home-loans/how-to-request-coe. Most veterans get it in minutes.

    Documents to bring

    • DD-214
    • Statement of Service (if active duty)
  • HousingVA.gov · checked 2026-07-04

    Specially Adapted Housing (SAH/SHA) Grants

    Grants to build, buy, or adapt a home for veterans with certain service-connected disabilities.

    Next step

    Apply online at va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants using VA Form 26-4555.

  • HousingHUD.gov · checked 2026-07-04

    HUD Public Housing & Section 8 (Non-VA)

    General federal rental assistance run by local Public Housing Agencies. Some PHAs prioritize veterans.

    Next step

    Find your local PHA at hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/pha/contacts.

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