HUD supports many organizations that provide housing assistance and/or supportive services to people.
HUD is not a direct service provider. For direct assistance, please dial 2-1-1 and contact a homeless service provider in your area.

• Dial 2-1-1. Press 3 to be connected to information and resources on your closest Housing Assessment Resource Agency (HARA). Each county in Michigan has a HARA to serve as a comprehensive communitywide housing and services information hub for those who are, or are in danger of becoming, homeless. HARAs may also provide the most current information on warming and cooling centers for the community they serve. HARA contact information is also listed on the Michigan Campaign to End Homelessness website.

  
  **If you are unable to get a response from 2-1-1 or receive a message that the service is not available from your location, you may go to: https://mi211.org/ and enter your zip code to find local resource information.

• If you are seeking immediate shelter, utility, or rental assistance, please visit newmiBridges.Michigan.gov, findhelp.org, or justshelter.org for information on community organizations providing shelter, eviction prevention, utility assistance, and homeless prevention
• Veterans:
  Contact the VA medical center near you and mention your interest in Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) or find instructions for contacting the National Homeless Veteran Call Center here. You may also call the Veterans Affairs Emergency Housing Hotline for assistance at (877) 424-3838 or the Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 9-8-8.
• Seniors:
  For information on how to contact your local area agency on aging contact the Michigan Aging & Adult Services Agency at (517) 241-4100, BPHASAInfo@michigan.gov. If you need immediate assistance please dial 2-1-1.
• Persons Experiencing Violence:
  Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence
  Michigan Domestic Violence Hotline: (866) 864-2338; or text (877) 861-0222
  Sexual Assault Hotline: (855) 864-2374
• Persons Living In the Detroit Metro:
  The Detroit Housing Services Office ((866) 313-2520) provides direct assistance or local referrals for housing-related needs, utility assistance, transportation, or social services. This in in conjunction with Detroit Home Connect website where residents can explore affordable housing options across the city.

• There are several resources available for those seeking home repair assistance. A Michigan Resource Guide with additional information is available through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, here is a short list of resources:
  • Weatherization Programs - Provide home energy conservation services to low-income homeowners and renters. Can be used for wall insulation, attic insulation, foundation insulation, air leakage reduction caulking, weather stripping of leaky doors, repairing windows, smoke detectors, compact fluorescent light bulbs, furnace and hot water heater repair or replacement. For more information contact your local Community Action Agency.
  • Home Energy Loan Program - Provides loans for energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements. Homeowners or landlords with 1-4 unit properties where one unit is owner-occupied, that also meet qualifications can choose from a list of qualified improvements such as new windows and doors, new air conditioners or furnaces, or even new appliances. For more information contact Michigan Saves (517) 484-6474 or by email at info@michigansaves.org
  • Michigan Lead Safe Home Program - Lead testing and lead hazard control services with grants to qualifying homeowners and landlords in select area of the states. The program provides free lead inspection/risk assessment on homes. Lead hazard control work which may include new windows, doors, and special cleaning and painting. Contact the Michigan Lead Safe Home Program (866) 691-5323.
  • Accessibility Modifications Program - A program designed to provide accessibility modifications to homeowners with a permanent disability to help keep people in their homes. Eligible modifications include items such as grab bars, ramps, roll-in showers, and widened doorways. To find out more contact one of the participating members or contact FHLBank Indianapolis Community Investment Department at (800) 688-6697.
  • VA Home Improvement and Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant - Grant to provide medically necessary improvements and structural alterations to Veterans/Servicemembers' primary residence for several purposes.
  • VA Housing Grant for Disabled Veterans - VA provides grants to Servicemembers and Veterans with certain permanent and total service-connected disabilities to help purchase or construct an adapted home, or modify an existing home to accommodate a disability.
  • USDA Rural Development local office - Single family home ownership and home repair loans and grants
  • Neighborhood Impact Program (NIP) - A program designed to help preserve property values in local communities. NIP assists existing homeowners with incomes at or below 80% area median income rehabilitate their homes. Funds can be used for repairs such as new windows, furnaces, roofs, siding and other deferred maintenance type repairs. NIP Members may work with the homeowner directly or through one or more local housing organizations. To find out more contact one of the participating members or contact FHLBank Indianapolis Community Investment Department at (800) 688-6697.
• Local community development departments may also provide homeowner or rental rehabilitation grants or loans utilizing HUD or other funding. To find out if your local community provides this service contact your local Community Action Agency or unit of local government.
• There are various federal loan programs and community-based programs to help with home repairs and improvements. Learn more about HUD’s Home Improvements programs. If you have more questions regarding these FHA products contact the FHA Resource Center
  Email: answers@hud.gov or Call: (800) 225-5342

HUD supports many organizations that provide housing assistance and/or supportive services to people.
HUD is not a direct service provider. For direct assistance, please refer to the following resources:

• If you receive federal housing assistance and have received a notice of a potential eviction, review HUD’s Step-by-step guide for people at risk of eviction and the HUD Tenants Rights and Responsibilities page to learn your rights and contact the agency providing your assistance immediately to resolve the issue leading to the eviction or initiate the agency’s appropriate appeals process.
• If you are currently in a legal proceeding for your eviction, or if you are seeking legal assistance relating to an eviction, please contact the Michigan Legal Help line at (888) 783-8190 or the Michigan Bar Association. These resources provide access to low- or no-cost legal assistance during your proceedings.

**Please reach out to your local unit of government or community action agency for information on local eviction prevention programs. For example, If you live in the city of Detroit, contact the City’s Eviction Prevention Hotline at (866) 313-2520.

Speak with a HUD Approved Housing Counselor to help avoid eviction: A HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency can offer advice customized to help you prevent eviction. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287.

• The U.S. Veterans Affairs also assists veterans avoid eviction; the VA resources can be accessed by calling (877) 424-3838.
• If you live in an unassisted unit and you are experiencing a landlord issue, please visit the Michigan Attorney General’s Landlord/Tenant page or the Consumer Protection Division.
• Michigan Emergency Relief: Home, Utilities & Burial program provides immediate assistance for those who qualify and are facing conditions of extreme hardship or emergencies threatening health and safety.
• If at any time you feel as though you have been discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex/gender identity, familial status, or disability contact HUD’s Office of Fair Housing to file a complaint online or by phone at (800) 669-9777.

Immediately after a disaster, FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and other government agencies offer initial assistance. HUD then provides additional support for ongoing recovery through programs and partnerships. Click on these links to find the latest FEMA and Michigan state declared disaster areas.

• If you live in a Federally Declared Disaster Area register with FEMA online. Or you can register through FEMA’s disaster app on your smartphone. If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, you can go to www.fema.gov/mobile-app
• Call (800) 621-3362. Phone lines are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, seven days a week until further notice. Multilingual operators are on duty.