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Affordable Places to LiveAffordable Places to Live
HomeownershipHomeownership
Report Housing DiscriminationReport Housing Discrimination
Rent Relief & Eviction ResourcesRent Relief & Eviction Resources
Speak to a Housing CounselorSpeak to a Housing Counselor
Housing Quality & Improved Living ConditionsHousing Quality & Improved Living Conditions
Disaster ResourcesDisaster Resources

HomelessnessHomelessness

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
I am at-risk for or currently experiencing homelessness, what should I do?

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 6 for homeless services.
**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://www.211.org/about-us/your-local-211 and enter your zip code to find the number for your local office.

  • Find a list of temporary housing in your zip code here.
  • Contact a homeless service provider in KS:
    • Wichita/Sedgwick County: For resources in Wichita/Sedgwick County contact the United Way of the Plains. Learn more at United Way of the Plains - Coalition to End Homelessness.
    • Greater Kansas City (KC) Area:
      For immediate homelessness resources, please consider contacting the Greater Kansas City Coalition to End Homelessness (GKCCEH), Continuum of Care (CoC). To learn more about their programs you may visit their website at KC homeless help or call 211 or 1-816-924-7997 to begin the intake process.
    • Kansas Statewide Homeless Service Providers: For immediate homelessness resources, please review the list of COCs to connect with the local agency. The full list of rural homelessness providers is in their online directory.

For veterans who need temporary housing shelter outside of normal business hours:

Call Volunteers of America (available 24/7) at 877-4AID-VET (877) 424-3838.
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If you do not receive a response within 30 minutes of your call, please text “Unhoused Veteran in Need of Transitional Housing” to National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-4AID-VET (877) 424-3838.

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  • Community Action Agencies (CAA) are organizations which provide services to address the following specific community needs: housing, utilities, transportation, employment, medical care, childcare, education, nutrition, and community resource awareness. You may contact your local CAA by locating them on this list online Agency Directory | KACAP.
 

I am a non-profit or local/state government agency in need of information about homelessness programs and their administration. Where do I go?

  • Visit HUD exchange Homeless Assistance for Kansas

Affordable Places to LiveAffordable Places to Live

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
I am in search of affordable places to live, where can I get help?

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:

  • Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs assist low-income individuals and families, the elderly, and disabled persons obtain affordable, decent, safe, and sanitary housing. The programs are administered by a local Public Housing Authority (PHA) who determine eligibility through an application process. The Public Housing Program provides PHA managed housing at local developments. The HCV program allows applicants to obtain housing in the private market. Since housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual, participants can find their own housing, including single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. If you wish to apply for the HCV or Public Housing program, you can contact your local housing authority from this list PHA Contact Information or call (800) 955-2232 for help finding your local Public Housing Authority.

    For more information on public housing programs, visit (Housing Choice Vouchers HUD Facts, Public Housing).

    Multifamily Housing provides subsidized apartments for rent to those who qualify based on income eligibility. Each apartment is privately owned and maintained; therefore, rules and regulations may vary. You must contact the individual property for additional information on vacancies and application procedures.

  • Use the HUD Resource Locator to find affordable housing opportunities near you.
    **Please note, the HUD Resource Locator does not show property vacancy. Please call the management company for questions about vacancies, wait lists or the application process.
    • HUD does not have applications for these properties.
    • HUD does not have information about the vacancies in these properties.
    • HUD does not maintain waiting lists.
    • HUD does review these properties for compliance with regulations.
  • Additional HUD resources:
 
What additional housing and community resources (external to HUD) are available to me?
  • The Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) is a state agency that assists in implementing many housing programs. The KHRC administers the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, which creates affordable rental housing within the state. To search their affordable housing listings, please navigate to the following link: https://kshousingcorp.org/find-an-apartment/.
  • USDA Rural Development Multifamily Housing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) Multifamily Rental Assistance Program provides payments to owners of USDA-financed projects on behalf of low-income tenants unable to pay their full rent. To search for RD Multifamily Housing Rentals in Kansas, visit: USDA Rural Development Multi-Family Housing Programs in Kansas.
  • The Kansas City Housing Locator is a tool created by the City of Kansas City, Missouri, which helps individuals either list or search for affordable housing in the Kansas City and surrounding areas. You may find the tool at the following site: https://kchousinglocator.com/.
  • For state programs or services that assist the elderly and those with disabilities in Kansas, you may find resources at Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS).
 

HomeownershipHomeownership

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
Where can I get information about becoming a homeowner?
 
How do I learn about Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans and programs?
  • Find the answer online
  • The Federal Housing Administration provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders. The FHA insures mortgages on single family homes, multifamily properties, residential care facilities, and hospitals throughout the United States. You may locate your nearest lender at: HUD Lender Listing.
  • Email the FHA or call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342).
 
I am interested in buying a HUD home, where can I find information about HUD homes?
  • Use the HUD Home Store to find HUD homes for sale in Kansas.
  • Several other federal agencies may have properties for sale in your area. Please visit: Homes for Sale.
I need to know how to pay off my FHA loan, where do I find this information?
 
I need home improvements, what are my options?
  • 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.
  • For homeowners in urban areas with a population larger than 50,000, contact your local Community Development department.
  • For homeowners in rural areas, visit the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation's Weatherization Program.
  • USDA Rural Development local office - housing repair and rehabilitation loans.
  • Find your local Habitat for Humanity service provider.
 
I am facing foreclosure, what can I do?
I am worried about lead-based paint, where can I find information about it?
  • If you did not receive the Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and/or Lead-Based Paint Hazards form when you bought or leased pre-1978 housing, contact 1-800-424-LEAD (5323), HUD Lead Based Paint Disclosure of Information Enforcement.
  • Lead Based Paint Information

Report Housing DiscriminationReport Housing Discrimination

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
I need to report housing discrimination, where do I go?

* The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability.
 
My landlord says I cannot have an emotional support animal or a service/assistance animal. What can I do?
 

Rent Relief & Eviction ResourcesRent Relief & Eviction Resources

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
I am facing eviction, what can I do?

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:

 
I need rental payment assistance, where can I get help?
  • Speak with a HUD Approved Housing Counselor. A HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency can offer advice customized to your housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you.
  • Get Help Paying Rent and Bills
  • Community Action Agencies (CAA) are organizations which provide services to address the following specific community needs: housing, utilities, transportation, employment, medical care, childcare, education, nutrition, and community resource awareness. You may contact your local CAA by locating them on this list online Agency Directory | KACAP.
 
I need utility payment assistance, where can I get help?
  • Contact your local government office, find your local community service providers in your area.
  • Contact the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Hotline at (800) 246-4221.
  • Community Action Agencies (CAA) are organizations which provide services to address the following specific community needs: housing, utilities, transportation, employment, medical care, childcare, education, nutrition, and community resource awareness. You may contact your local CAA by locating them on this list online Agency Directory | KACAP.
 

Speak to a Housing CounselorSpeak to a Housing Counselor

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help

I'd like to speak with a housing counselor, what can they assist me with?

  • Becoming a homeowner
  • Foreclosure assistance
  • Reverse mortgages
  • Home improvements/repairs to my home
  • Renting

Speak with a HUD Approved Housing Counselor. A HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency can offer advice customized to your housing needs.

 

Housing Quality & Improved Living ConditionsHousing Quality & Improved Living Conditions

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
I am in HUD funded housing, where can I find information about my property/unit inspection?
I am worried about lead-based paint. Where can I find this information?
What are my options for home improvement?
  • 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.
  • For urban homeowners (in cities larger than 50,000), contact your city's Community Development department.
  • For rural homeowners, visit the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation's Weatherization Program.
  • USDA Rural Development local office - housing repair and rehabilitation loans.
  • Find your local Habitat for Humanity service provider.
 

Disaster ResourcesDisaster Resources

What issue are you facing?
Where to get help
I have experienced a disaster and need to register with FEMA. What do I do?

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.

 

 
I have experienced a disaster and need to reach out to my Local Red Cross for help. Where do I go?
I experienced a disaster and need help.
 

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For assistance at all times, we encourage you to utilize the self-help resources above.

If you are unable to have your questions answered from the resources above, please click on the Need More Help button below to contact your local office for further assistance.

 

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Kansas City Regional Office
Department of Housing and Urban Development
400 State Avenue
Gateway Tower II, Room 507
Kansas City, KS 66101-2406


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At HUD, we know housing challenges often come with other struggles. You’re not alone. These resources can help with safe housing, emergencies, or connecting with someone who will listen.

If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. If you are feeling overwhelmed, facing mental health struggles, or emotional distress, free support is available any time:

  • Call: 988
  • Text: 988
  • Chat: 988lifeline.org
    Trained counselors are here to listen and help, 24/7.

Support for Domestic Violence Survivors. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, confidential help is available 24/7:

Mental Health & Substance Use Support. The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Helpline offers free and confidential support for mental health, drug or alcohol use, and recovery:

Rental, Homelessness, and Eviction Help. Need help with housing challenges, like eviction, renting, foreclosure, or credit issues?

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