Emergency Help
Help with rent, bills and housing — fast
If you could lose your home, start by calling the VA Homeless Hotline. It's free and open 24/7.
Have these ready when you call
- Your DD-214 or proof of service (if you have it)
- The eviction notice, past-due bill or shut-off notice
- Your lease and landlord's contact information
- Proof of income, if any
Where to get help
24/7. Facing eviction or homelessness? Call now — they connect you to local VA housing help.
Call 877-424-3838Pays back rent, deposits, utilities and moving costs for veteran families at risk of losing housing.
Long-term rental vouchers with a VA case manager.
Up to $1,500 paid directly to the bill for rent, mortgage, utilities and more.
Cash grants to help families of service members and veterans with children meet basic needs.
Critical financial help and transitional housing for military families.
Federal help paying heating and cooling bills.
Free, 24/7 local help for food, rent, utilities and shelter anywhere in the U.S.
Call 211Questions about a late or missing VA payment.
Call 800-827-1000
More ways we can help
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- How to Talk to the VAWho to ask for and exactly what to say on calls and at visits.
- Emergency Money & HousingRent, eviction, utilities and urgent grants.
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- Surviving Spouse & Caregiver RoadmapSurvivor benefits, DIC, CHAMPVA and respite care — step by step.
- Discharge Upgrade & DD-214Fix an OTH or general discharge and get your records.
- VA Disability CalculatorSee how VA combines your ratings — nothing is saved.
- Jobs & Career HubSkillBridge, federal jobs, mentors and free certifications.