Vancouver Housing Authority Section 8
The Vancouver Housing Authority provides subsidized housing and Section 8 voucher assistance to people in Clark County, Washington who face housing barriers.
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Find housing programs serving Clark County and the Vancouver area, including emergency shelter, rent help, legal aid, and housing navigation. Each listing includes direct contact options and its latest Housing Navigator verification date.
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The Vancouver Housing Authority provides subsidized housing and Section 8 voucher assistance to people in Clark County, Washington who face housing barriers.
Free civil legal aid for low-income Washington residents, including eviction defense.
Emergency shelter in Vancouver for single men experiencing homelessness. SHARE House provides shelter with no stated limit on length of stay. Staff and housing navigators help residents address housing barriers, find permanent housing, and connect with employment, healthcare, education, and other community resources. Call the Housing Solutions Center for shelter access.
Who qualifies: Single men experiencing homelessness. Eligibility and shelter placement are determined by the Council for the Homeless Housing Solutions Center.
Provides housing assistance, case management, and connections to supportive services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their housing. Support may include housing planning, employment resources, budgeting, mental health services, domestic violence resources, childcare, and transportation. Applications must go through the Housing Solutions Center.
Who qualifies: Individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have significant barriers to obtaining housing, such as illness, disability, or insufficient financial resources. Participants must be referred through the Housing Solutions Center.
Free telephone counseling for Washington renters with eviction notices, landlord disputes, or other rental housing problems. Trained non-attorney counselors explain tenant rights, discuss steps that may help prevent housing loss, and provide referrals to community resources and legal assistance. The hotline does not provide legal advice or court representation.
Who qualifies: Renters anywhere in Washington State who need information about eviction, landlord-tenant laws, notices, repairs, deposits, or other tenancy problems. No income requirement is stated.
Long-term family shelter with education and employment programs.
Centralized intake for emergency shelter and housing assistance in Clark County.
Who qualifies: Clark County residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Rapid-rehousing assistance for Clark County households experiencing homelessness who have been approved for Washington’s Housing and Essential Needs program. SHARE may provide emergency rental assistance, crisis management, hygiene and cleaning supplies, and transportation passes while the participant remains eligible and funding is available.
Who qualifies: Washington residents experiencing homelessness who have a HEN referral from DSHS. DSHS generally requires applicants to be unable to work for at least 90 days because of a physical or mental condition, meet income and resource limits, and be at least 18, legally emancipated, or married. Final eligibility and referral are determined by DSHS.
Emergency shelter and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence.
Who qualifies: Fleeing domestic violence; prioritizes Clark County survivors.
Emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other needs.
Who qualifies: Honorable/General discharge; Clark County resident for 12 months; income <200% poverty.
Provides limited help with rent or utility payments when funding is available. Assistance is intended for residents of the St. John service area in central and northern Clark County. Call during assistance hours to ask about current funding and apply.
Who qualifies: People living in Brush Prairie, north Orchards, north Hazel Dell, Salmon Creek, Hockinson, and other parts of central Clark County who need help paying rent or utilities. Assistance depends on available funding.
Information and assistance for seniors and people with disabilities.
Who qualifies: Seniors or adults with disabilities.
Outreach to homeless veterans in Clark County.
Who qualifies: Veteran status.
Provides limited emergency assistance with rent and utility payments when funding is available. Inter-Faith Treasure House also operates a food bank and offers household goods and other basic-needs support for residents of the Camas and Washougal area. Call to confirm available assistance and current hours.
Who qualifies: Residents of Camas, Washougal, and eastern Clark County, generally including ZIP codes 98607, 98671, and the eastern portion of 98683. Assistance depends on the household’s need and available funding.
Emergency rent and utility assistance for residents of Camas and Washougal when funding is available.
Who qualifies: Residents of the Camas and Washougal service area; the provider confirms current requirements.
Assistance with move-in costs for Clark County residents.
Who qualifies: Income-based; Clark County resident.