Homeless Assistance in Indiana
Locate emergency shelters, federal programs, state assistance, financial aid, healthcare, and employment support available to Indiana residents.
Emergency Housing & Shelter
Immediate options for Indiana residents who need a safe place to stay tonight.
Emergency Shelters
Find available shelter beds tonight across Indiana. Contact us for help locating the nearest open shelter and available resources in your area.
Get StartedFamily & Youth Shelters
Specialized shelters for families with children and unaccompanied youth in Indiana. Safe environments with case management and wraparound support.
Get StartedVeterans Emergency Housing
Dedicated emergency housing for Indiana 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 Indiana residents regardless of city or county.
HUD Continuum of Care
Primary federal program organizing housing and services for homeless individuals in Indiana. CoC regions provide transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Get StartedEmergency Solutions Grants
Funds emergency shelters, street outreach, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing. Indiana 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 Indiana Public Housing Authority.
Get StartedHUD-VASH (Veterans)
Combines Section 8 housing vouchers with VA supportive services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Available across multiple Indiana locations.
Get StartedPATH Program (Mental Health)
Outreach, case management, and mental health support for homeless individuals. Operated through Indiana community mental health centers statewide.
Get StartedSNAP Food Assistance
Helps low-income Indiana residents buy food. Apply at your local benefits office. No permanent address required to apply.
Get StartedIndiana State Programs
Programs funded or operated specifically by Indiana for residents experiencing homelessness.
Indiana Housing & Community Dev. Programs
IHCDA administers state and federal housing programs including emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing across Indiana.
Get StartedTANF – Indiana (IMPACT)
Indiana’s TANF program offering cash assistance and employment services for families. Apply online at fssabenefits.in.gov or any local DFR office.
Get StartedIndiana Medicaid (Healthy Indiana Plan)
Health coverage for low-income Indiana residents. Includes the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) for adults and traditional Medicaid for families and children.
Get StartedIndiana Housing Programs
Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority provides affordable housing resources, rental assistance, and housing grants for low-income Indiana residents.
Get StartedIndiana Workforce & Employment
Free job training, resume help, and career placement through Indiana’s Workforce Development programs. Find your nearest office at the link below.
Get StartedLIHEAP Energy Assistance
Helps low-income Indiana households pay heating and cooling bills. Distributed through local community action agencies. Contact us to find your nearest provider.
Get StartedLocal Resources by City
Major Indiana cities with dedicated homeless services and housing authorities.
Indianapolis
Coalition for Homelessness Intervention — homeless services, shelter placement, and housing assistance for Indianapolis area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFort Wayne
SCAN – Fort Wayne — emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing services for individuals and families in the Fort Wayne area.
Get StartedSouth Bend
South Bend CoC — housing resources, case management, and emergency assistance for South Bend area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about getting homeless assistance in Indiana.
- HUD-VASH — Section 8 vouchers specifically for veterans with VA case management
- SSVF — Rapid re-housing and prevention for veteran families
- Indiana Veterans Housing — Affordable housing and support for Indiana veterans
Assistance by State
Select a state to view its specific homeless assistance programs and resources.
