Access the following resources as early as possible to avoid an eviction. HUD is here to help. You can find more information https://www.hud.gov/rent_relief and you can also reach out to our local Rhode Island Field Office (401) 277-8300.
United Way 2-1-1 Rhode Island 24/7 social and human services helpline
RI Legal Services www.rils.org (401) 421-2652
RI Commission for Human Rights Phone: (401) 222-2661, Fax: (401) 222-2616, TTY (Relay RI): (401) 222-2664
RI Landlord Tenant Handbook
Rhode Island Center for Justice: (401) 491-1101 (specifically serves tenants who are undocumented or do not have legal status)
Federal Eviction Prevention Resources
- U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) Step-by-Step Guide for People at Risk of Eviction
- Housing Counseling and Eviction Prevention
- HUD Housing Counselors link to contact a counselor in your area
- Preventing Evictions: Information for HCV Landlords
- Fair Housing Obligations and Evictions
- National HUD Rent Relief Webpage
- What To Do If You're Facing Eviction | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- VA Assistance to Help Avoid Eviction or call (877) 424-3838
Other Eviction Prevention Resources
Emergency Housing Vouchers through CoC
Check the availability of vouchers locally by contacting the Homeless Coordinated Entry System (CES) at (401) 277-4316.