Housing Assistance for People with Disabilities: Options & Resources

Housing Choice Vouchers: Provides housing subsidies for low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals to find affordable housing.

Public Housing: Administered by local housing authorities, offers subsidized rental units for low-income individuals and families, including those with disabilities.

Section 811 Supportive Housing for Persons With Disabilities: Program developed specifically to provide housing for non-elderly adults with disabilities who require services from personal assistance or medical treatment at home.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): This program provides monthly cash benefits to individuals who have a severe disability that prevents them from working. SSDI recipients may use these benefits to pay for housing and other living expenses.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI): This program provides monthly cash benefits to individuals who are disabled, blind, or over 65 and have low income and few assets. SSI recipients may use these benefits to pay for housing and other living expenses.

Additional Resources:

* The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) provides legal assistance and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.

* The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) works to ensure equal opportunities and full participation of individuals with disabilities in all aspects of life.

* The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers a variety of housing programs and services for individuals with disabilities.