In these trying times, even the hardest working families and individuals in Seattle sometimes need financial help. If you cannot meet your rent payments in Seattle, help is available.
There are several agencies you may want to contact to find out what assistance may be available to help with your rent payments:
- Start by contacting your state housing finance agency or your local housing assistance authority office. These offices may have information about assistance programs administered by your state and emergency housing needs.
- Also, contact your local Housing and Urban Development (HUD) office, which is an excellent resource for information regarding rental assistance programs, tenant rights in your state, housing counseling and a number of other programs for certain groups, such as renters, and resources such as public housing.
- If you are a veteran, you may also want to contact the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA offers many programs designed to assist veterans.
- If you are a senior citizen, you may also want to contact the Administration on Aging's (AOA) Eldercare Locator. This is a free service that can connect you with resources and programs designed to assist seniors in your area.
- If you are a rural resident, you may also want to contact the local Rural Development (RD) office. These offices can provide assistance to rural residents through the Rural Housing Service.
- If you are a person with a disability, information on housing options is also available.
Finally, to find out what other assistance may be available for you locally, we recommend that you contact your state social services agency. Even if you have contacted social services and are ineligible for benefits, these agencies may be able to provide referrals to community organizations that might offer assistance. You may also search for and contact community or nonprofit organizations in your area directly for assistance or referral information.
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