Transitional or Short-term Housing | United Way Worldwide

Finding a Temporary Place to Live

Sometimes life throws you a curve ball, and you need a place to live for a short period of time. You may be in crisis and in need of emergency shelter, or you may need housing for a few months or more.

Transitional housing is offered by social service and government agencies. Some incorporate case management or other support services, while others simply provide you with housing for a short period of time. Some transitional housing programs are designed for specific groups, such as veterans. Community referral services can direct you to transitional housing services in your community.

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Finding Transitional or Short-Term Housing

Identify the best short-term option for you

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What You Can Do Right Now

Information is great. But taking small steps now can lead to big changes.

Today
Find a safe short-term housing situation.
Make arrangements to take or store your belongings, if necessary.
Next Week
Find out how long you can stay in your short-term housing arrangement.
Work with housing counselors to identify an affordable longer-term housing option.
Are there qualifications you need to meet to obtain long-term affordable housing? Find out.
During the Next Few Months
Create and stick to a budget to make sure you can cover your housing costs in the future.

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