Homeless Assistance in West Virginia
Locate emergency shelters, federal programs, state assistance, financial aid, healthcare, and employment support available to West Virginia residents.
Emergency Housing & Shelter
Immediate options for West Virginia residents who need a safe place to stay tonight.
Emergency Shelters
Find available shelter beds tonight across West Virginia. 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 West Virginia. Safe environments with case management and wraparound support.
Get StartedVeterans Emergency Housing
Dedicated emergency housing for West Virginia 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 West Virginia residents regardless of city or county.
HUD Continuum of Care
Primary federal program organizing housing and services for homeless individuals in West Virginia. CoC regions provide transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Get StartedEmergency Solutions Grants
Funds emergency shelters, street outreach, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing. West Virginia 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 West Virginia Public Housing Authority.
Get StartedHUD-VASH (Veterans)
Combines Section 8 housing vouchers with VA supportive services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Available across multiple West Virginia locations.
Get StartedPATH Program (Mental Health)
Outreach, case management, and mental health support for homeless individuals. Operated through West Virginia community mental health centers statewide.
Get StartedSNAP Food Assistance
Helps low-income West Virginia residents buy food. Apply at your local benefits office. No permanent address required to apply.
Get StartedWest Virginia State Programs
Programs funded or operated specifically by West Virginia for residents experiencing homelessness.
WV ESG & Homeless Programs
WVHDF administers Emergency Solutions Grants and state housing funds for emergency shelters, rapid re-housing, and homeless prevention across West Virginia.
Get StartedTANF – West Virginia (WV WORKS)
WV WORKS provides cash assistance and job training for eligible families with dependent children. Apply at wvpath.org or any local DHHR office.
Get StartedWest Virginia Medicaid
Health coverage for eligible West Virginians. Medicaid expansion covers adults under 65 with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level.
Get StartedWest Virginia Housing Programs
West Virginia Housing Development Fund provides affordable housing resources, rental assistance, and housing grants for low-income West Virginia residents.
Get StartedWest Virginia Workforce & Employment
Free job training, resume help, and career placement through West Virginia’s Workforce Development programs. Find your nearest office at the link below.
Get StartedLIHEAP Energy Assistance
Helps low-income West Virginia households pay heating and cooling bills. Distributed through local community action agencies. Call 211 to find your provider.
Get StartedLocal Resources by City
Major West Virginia cities with dedicated homeless services and housing authorities.
Charleston
CAMC Foundation — homeless services, shelter placement, and housing assistance for Charleston area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedHuntington
Prestera Center — emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing services for individuals and families in the Huntington area.
Get StartedMorgantown
WV Coalition to End Homelessness — housing resources, case management, and emergency assistance for Morgantown area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about getting homeless assistance in West Virginia.
- HUD-VASH — Section 8 vouchers specifically for veterans with VA case management
- SSVF — Rapid re-housing and prevention for veteran families
- West Virginia Veterans Housing — Affordable housing and support for West Virginia veterans
Assistance by State
Select a state to view its specific homeless assistance programs and resources.
