The DC Victim Hotline has compiled a list of frequently needed resources related to housing. This is not an exhaustive list of options available to you. The resources listed consist of both national and local resources. If you are interested in resources in jurisdictions other than the District of Columbia (such as Maryland and Virginia) please visit VictimConnect Resource Center.
For an individualized plan, please reach out to a DC Victim Hotline Victim Service Specialist, here.
DC Resources
DC Emergency Shelter Hotline Department of Human Services maintains a 24-hour shelter hotline to facilitate access to information on available programs and services. The Emergency Shelter program provides beds on a first come, first served basis, to any homeless person. Call at 202-399-7039.
Friendship Place: Friendship Place is the premier housing service provider for people experiencing homelessness in the DC region. Their innovative, customized, person-focused programs empower participants to rebuild their lives, find homes, get jobs and reconnect with friends, family and the community, permanently. Call at 202-364-1419.
Virginia Williams Family Resource Center: The Virginia Williams Family Resource Center (VWFRC) is the central resource center for homeless families with minor and/or dependent children that are experiencing housing instability in the District. Call at 202-526-0017.
DCHousingSearch.org: This is the District of Columbia’s free affordable housing listing and search engine, where you can find everything from accessible homes to affordable rental and for-sale homes. Users can also find helpful resources such as renter’s rights information, assistance programs, and an affordability calculator.
Living Life Alternative’s Program: Living Life Alternative’s Program is the District of Columbia’s LGBTQIA+ low barrier shelter serving homeless individuals of the LGBTQIA+ community. The shelter provides case management services, job readiness training, life skills classes, psychosocial support, health and wellness support, and housing navigation to transition individuals into permanent housing.
Housing Resources and Emergency Shelter: for more information on housing and shelters in Washington, DC such as DC Housing Authority, Pathways to Housing, and Different Avenues
National Resources
Housing and Homeless Assistance: Tools for renters and homeowners such as housing counseling agency directory or homeless service provider directory and more information for renters, tenants, and homeowners.
Rental Assistance: HUD rental assistance programs include a tool to find your local public housing agency, HUD resource locator, rental help in your state or more. Contact a housing counseling agency or call toll-free (800) 569-4287.
Find Shelter: HUD’s tool to find a local shelter, foot pantry, health clinic, or clothing resources.
More Resources & Information
For more financial help, visit our Financial Assistance Resources page.
For crime specific shelters, visit our Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, or Elder Abuse and Neglect pages.
