Homeless Assistance in Arkansas
Locate emergency shelters, federal programs, state assistance, financial aid, healthcare, and employment support available to Arkansas residents.
Emergency Housing & Shelter
Immediate options for Arkansas residents who need a safe place to stay tonight.
Emergency Shelters
Find available shelter beds tonight across Arkansas. Call 211 for real-time availability and directions to the nearest open shelter in your area.
Get StartedFamily & Youth Shelters
Specialized shelters for families with children and unaccompanied youth in Arkansas. Safe environments with case management and wraparound support.
Get StartedVeterans Emergency Housing
Dedicated emergency housing for Arkansas veterans. HUD-VASH vouchers and VA-funded supportive services are available statewide. Call 1-877-4AID-VET.
Get StartedFederal Assistance Programs
Federal programs available to eligible Arkansas residents regardless of city or county.
HUD Continuum of Care
Primary federal program organizing housing and services for homeless individuals in Arkansas. CoC regions provide transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Get StartedEmergency Solutions Grants
Funds emergency shelters, street outreach, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing. Arkansas receives federal ESG funding distributed through local providers.
Get StartedHousing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
Rental assistance vouchers for very low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals. Apply through your local Arkansas Public Housing Authority.
Get StartedHUD-VASH (Veterans)
Combines Section 8 housing vouchers with VA supportive services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Available across multiple Arkansas locations.
Get StartedPATH Program (Mental Health)
Outreach, case management, and mental health support for homeless individuals. Operated through Arkansas community mental health centers statewide.
Get StartedSNAP Food Assistance
Helps low-income Arkansas residents buy food. Apply at your local benefits office. No permanent address required to apply.
Get StartedArkansas State Programs
Programs funded or operated specifically by Arkansas for residents experiencing homelessness.
Arkansas ESG Program
Emergency Solutions Grant funding for emergency shelters, street outreach, rapid re-housing, and homeless prevention across Arkansas communities.
Get StartedArkansas TEA (TANF)
Temporary cash assistance for low-income Arkansas families with dependent children. Contact your local DHS County Office to apply.
Get StartedArkansas Medicaid
Health coverage for low-income Arkansas adults, children, pregnant women, and individuals with disabilities through Arkansas Medicaid.
Get StartedArkansas Housing Programs
Arkansas Development Finance Authority provides affordable housing resources, rental assistance, and housing grants for low-income Arkansas residents.
Get StartedArkansas Workforce & Employment
Free job training, resume help, and career placement through Arkansas’s Workforce Development programs. Find your nearest office at the link below.
Get StartedLIHEAP Energy Assistance
Helps low-income Arkansas households pay heating and cooling bills. Distributed through local community action agencies. Call 211 to find your provider.
Get StartedLocal Resources by City
Major Arkansas cities with dedicated homeless services and housing authorities.
Little Rock
Our House — homeless services, shelter placement, and housing assistance for Little Rock area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFort Smith
Western Arkansas CoC — emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing services for individuals and families in the Fort Smith area.
Get StartedFayetteville
7 Hills Homeless Center — housing resources, case management, and emergency assistance for Fayetteville area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about getting homeless assistance in Arkansas.
- HUD-VASH — Section 8 vouchers specifically for veterans with VA case management
- SSVF — Rapid re-housing and prevention for veteran families
- Arkansas Veterans Housing — Affordable housing and support for Arkansas veterans
Assistance by State
Select a state to view its specific homeless assistance programs and resources.
