Emergency Housing & Shelter Support

Call the Oakland Connects Helpline at 1-800-848-5533 for shelter and housing assistance.

Warming Centers

The Emergency Management Center has updated the available sites that are currently providing shelter during extreme weather events. Please visit Oakland County Emergency Management Warming and Cooling Centers page for a map of locations and hours of operation.

Housing Counselors

Oakland County's HUD Certified Housing Counselors offer free housing information, education, and referrals to various agencies for short-term help to prevent homelessness. The referral agencies can assist in quickly rehousing individuals through the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program. Call 248-858-5402 to speak confidentially with a counselor.

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance may be available to help pay rent, utilities, and moving expenses as well as security and utility deposits for qualified individuals. Housing relocation and stabilization services include case management, outreach and engagement, and housing search and placement. Please contact the Housing Resource Center for possible assistance. They can be reached at 248-269-1335 or online at https://communityhousingnetwork.org/get-help.

Emergency Shelters

Support is given to area homeless shelter providers for operations, maintenance, and essential services. ESG funded emergency shelters in Oakland County and served more than 1,000 homeless adults and children last year.

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Neighborhood & Housing Development