Housing
Ask about it
Tell us more about what you need. We answer first, then show the programs that fit, then ask a few questions to narrow it down.
Programs in West Virginia
West Virginia programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
West Virginia Housing Development Fund
Affordable Housing and Rental Assistance Programs
The Fund supports affordable housing programs for eligible residents and housing providers.
Ways to apply:PhonePaperIn person
West Virginia Housing Development Fund
Homelessness Assistance Programs
The Fund supports local partners working to address homelessness in West Virginia.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
West Virginia Housing Development Fund
Housing Finance Programs
The Fund offers financing programs that support affordable housing in West Virginia.
Ways to apply:PhonePaperIn person
West Virginia Department of Human Services
Low Income Energy Assistance Program
In West Virginia, LIHEAP is called LIEAP.
LIEAP helps eligible households pay for home heating costs.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaperIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
Apply through your local public housing authority. HUD lists every housing authority by state.
Federal Communications Commission
Lifeline phone and internet discount
A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Check if you qualify and apply on the National Verifier, then pick a phone or internet company that offers Lifeline.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA disaster assistance
Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by phone, or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center.
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- West Virginia 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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