How can we help?
Homelessness
HUD supports many organizations that provide housing assistance and/or supportive services to people. But it is not a direct service provider. For direct assistance, please dial 2-1-1 to connect with a homeless service provider in your area.
- State Homelessness Resource link: Alaska 211: alaska211.org
- Find Shelters, Emergency Housing, Food Pantries and more at FindHelp
- Emergency Housing Contacts & Organizations: The following HUD exchange resource link provides a search feature that allows you to locate and identify organizations and contacts to call for at risk and homeless individuals.
- Veterans Resources:
- Veterans Affairs: Contact the VA medical center near you and mention your interest in Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program SSVF Overview (va.gov), Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) Permanent Housing Assistance For Veterans - VA Homeless Programs You may also call the VA Emergency Housing Hotline for assistance at (877) 424-3838. Anchorage VA Homeless Care Team: (907) 273-4059
- Veterans of Foreign Wars: https://www.vfw.org/assistance
- American Legion Veterans Resources: Homeless Veterans | The American Legion
- National Veterans Call Center: National Homeless Veteran Call Center here. 877-4AID VET (or 877-424-3838) will connect callers with a trained VA staff member 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- HUD Resource Locator: HUD Resource Locator
- State of Alaska & HUD Partner External Resource: Cash or Rental Assistance Options in Alaska (alaskalawhelp.org)
- AHFC Homelessness Programs: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation: Continuum of Care (CoC) (ahfc.us)
Affordable Places to Live
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:
- Speak to a HUD Approved Housing Counselor for advice on your specific housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287.
- HUD Resource Locator: HUD Resource Locator to find affordable housing opportunities near you.
**Please note, the HUD Resource Locator does not show property vacancies. Please call the management company to inquire about vacancies, wait lists or the application process. - Alaska Housing Finance Corporation offers many housing programs: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (ahfc.us)
- USDA Rural Development, Alaska Apartment Search: MFH Rentals (USDA RD) County Selections
- Reducing housing costs: Cash or Rental Assistance Options in Alaska (alaskalawhelp.org)
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program or call (866) 674-6327
- Help With Utilities: Help With Your Utility Bills: Alaska | HUD.gov
- Rental Assistance: Rental Help: Alaska | HUD.gov
- Section 811 housing for individuals with disabilities: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (ahfc.us), (907) 338-6100
- Visit Alaska Housing Finance Corporation: AHFC manages and offers several HUD housing programs: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (ahfc.us), (907) 338-6100
- Visit HUDs website for Section 8 Housing: Housing Choice Voucher Program Section 8 | HUD.gov
- Where to Apply for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation :: Housing Choice Voucher Program (ahfc.us), (907) 338-6100
- Where to Apply Tribal Housing Choice Voucher: Information for Veterans, Tribal HUD-VASH | HUD.gov
- Speak to a HUD Approved Housing Counselor for advice on your specific housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287.
HUD has rental assistance and housing resources through the Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs.
- Public Housing provides decent and safe rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities. HUD provides federal aid to local Public Housing Authorities (PHA) that manage public housing for low-income residents at rents they can afford.
- Eligibility: Public Housing is limited to low-income families and individuals. A Public Housing Authority determines eligibility based on 1) annual gross income, 2) whether you qualify as elderly, a person with disabilities or as a family, and 3) U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
- To apply, contact Alaska Housing Finance Corporation. In Anchorage, call (907) 338-6100, Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm. In Alaska, call 1-800-478-2432 (Toll Free).
Housing Choice Voucher (commonly known as Section 8)
- The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program assists low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing in the private market. Housing assistance is provided through HUD on behalf of the family or individual, so participants can find their own housing. You can use an HCV to pay for all or part of the rent.
- Eligibility: A Public Housing Authority will determine eligibility for the housing choice voucher program based on the total annual gross income and family size, U.S. citizenship and specified categories of non-citizens who have eligible immigration status.
- To apply, contact Alaska Housing Finance Corporation. In Anchorage, call (907) 338-6100, Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm. In Alaska, call 1-800-478-2432 (Toll Free).
- During the application process, a Public Housing Authority will collect information on family income, assets and family composition. The Public Housing Authority will use this information to determine program eligibility and the amount of the housing assistance payment.
Homeownership
- Learn more about homebuying from HUD's website or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- Speak with a HUD Approved Housing Counselor about becoming a homeowner.
A HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency can offer advice customized to your housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287. - Connect with the Alaska PHA: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation: (907) 338-6100 - Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (ahfc.us)
- VA Homeownership: Buying A Home With A VA-Backed Loan | Veterans Affairs, Disability Housing Grants For Veterans | Veterans Affairs (va.gov)
- USDA Homeownership Programs: Single Family Housing Programs | Rural Development (usda.gov), Multifamily Housing Programs | Rural Development (usda.gov)
- Find the answer online
- Email us or call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342), TTY: Dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas)
- Use the HUD Home Store to find HUD homes for sale
- Find Information on my FHA loan
- Use the SMART Integrated Portal to make a request and begin the subordination process (see SMART FAQs & Resources)
- Contact a Secretary-Held Mortgage Servicing Contractor
- 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, contact the FHA Resource Center, Email: answers@hud.gov, Call: (800) 225-5342
- Grants for homeowners - Grants.gov
- USDA Rural Development local office - housing repair and rehabilitation loans
- Supportive Programs through Veterans Affairs:
- Speak with a HUD Approved Housing Counselor about becoming a homeowner. A HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency can offer advice customized to your housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you
- Explore Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF)
- Legal Resources & Alaska Tenant Rights: Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections: Alaska | HUD.gov
- Alaska Law Help: https://alaskalawhelp.org/
- Apply for help at the Alaska Legal Service Corporation: https://www.alsc-law.org/apply-for-services/
Report Housing Discrimination
* The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), familial status, or disability.
- Please visit the Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Page
- File a complaint with HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) Office:
1. Online
2. Call (800) 347-3739
3. EMAIL ADDRESS: Civil Rights Complaints: ComplaintsOffice10@hud.gov - Alaska Legal Services, Alaska Legal Services Corporation (alsc-law.org)
- Alaska Tenant Rights: The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act: what it means to you
- Housing Counselors: HUD also has approved housing counseling agency near you at toll free 1-800-569-4287 or find the counseling agency that offers the appropriate services for you.
- Alaska Legal Services, Alaska Legal Services Corporation (alsc-law.org)
Rent Relief & Eviction Resources
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:
- Alaska Eviction Diversion Program: Eviction Diversion Program - Housing Issues - Alaska Court System
- Speak to a HUD Approved Housing Counselor for advice on your specific housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287.
- Alaska Tenant Rights: The Alaska Landlord & Tenant Act: what it means to you
- Alaska Law Help: https://alaskalawhelp.org/
- Alaska Legal Service Corporation: https://www.alsc-law.org/
- Speak to a HUD Approved Housing Counselor for advice on your specific housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287.
- Get Help Paying Rent and Bills
- Rent Relief Resources
- Rental Help: Alaska | HUD.gov
- *SEE LEGAL RESOURCES ABOVE*
- State of Alaska & HUD Partner External Public Assistance Resource: Cash or Rental Assistance Options in Alaska | (alaskalawhelp.org)
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program or call (866) 674-6327
- Help With Utilities: Help With Your Utility Bills: Alaska | HUD.gov
Speak to a Housing Counselor
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.
- Speak to a HUD Approved Housing Counselor for advice on your specific housing needs. Search online for a HUD Approved Housing Counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287.
Housing Quality & Improved Living Conditions
- Resident Information
- REAC Real Estate Assessment Center
- 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
- Supportive Programs through Veterans Affairs:
- If you have more questions, contact the FHA Resource Center, Email: answers@hud.gov, Call: (800) 225-5342
- USDA Rural Development local office - housing repair and rehabilitation loans
- Grants for improvements can be found at: grants.gov/search-grants
Disaster Resources
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.
- Register with FEMA online
- Register through FEMA’s disaster app on your smartphone. If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, you can go to www.fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/mobile-products
- 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.
- State of Alaska Disaster and Individual Assistance: Phone: 1 (844) 445-7131, DHS&EM | Individual Assistance (alaska.gov), Individual Assitance Application website: DHS&EM | Individual Assistance Application (alaska.gov)
- HUD Disaster Resources, HUD Disaster Line: Call 1-800-304-9320 or email recovery@hud.gov
- Reach out to your local Red Cross in Alaska
- Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster: akvoad@nvoad.org, jenni.ragland@usw.salvationarmy.org
Native American Programs
- Contact my local ONAP Staff: Staff Directory | HUD.gov
- Visit Alaska Office of Native American Programs (AKONAP)
- Reach out to your local ONAP Staff
- Apply for Tribal HUD VASH
- Alternative Supportive Programs through Veterans Affairs:
My Local Office Information
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.
Anchorage Field Office
3000 C Street, Suite 401
Anchorage, AK 99503
Walk-In Hours of Operation:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
0800-1630
Phone: (907) 677-9800
TTY: Dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas)
Fax: (907) 677-9803
Joseph Chad Stovall, Field Office Director
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⚠ In Distress? Reach Out for Help Now
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:
- Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- Text: "Start" to 88788
- Visit: The National Domestic Violence Hotline
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:
- Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- TTY: 1-800-487-4889
- Text: Your ZIP code to 435748
- Visit: SAMHSA's National Helpline
Rental, Homelessness, and Eviction Help. Need help with housing challenges, like eviction, renting, foreclosure, or credit issues?
- Find a Housing Counselor: HUD's Housing Counseling Resources
- Call: 800-569-4287 (or 202-708-1455 for TTY) for multilingual assistance or disaster relief assistance.
- Visit: www.findhelp.org
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