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Private help lines for North Dakota, plus help with rent, eviction and utility bills. Save these numbers in your phone today, before you need them.
Hi friend. If rent is due, a shutoff notice came, or you're worried about losing your home, take a breath. You're not the first, and there are people in North Dakota who help with this every day.
Start by dialing 211, or call your local county human service zone office. They can point you to energy assistance and emergency housing programs when funds allow.
Talk to your landlord early, if it feels safe. Then dial 211 and ask about rent help near you. In Fargo, local community action agencies can tell you about help with rent and bills. The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency at 701 328 8080 also offers information for renters. Ask what is open now.
Official page: capnd.org
Don't ignore it. Court papers often come with a short window to respond, and the timing matters. Check the official page below, and decide what's right for you.
Legal aid may be able to help if you qualify. Legal Services of North Dakota connects residents to legal offices across the state at 800 634 5263.
Official page: legalassist.org
Yes, maybe. HEAP helps households who qualify pay heating bills. Dial 211 or contact your local community action agency to apply.
Official page: hhs.nd.gov/applyforhelp/liheap
Some local programs help with deposits or first month's rent for people who qualify. Ask 211 and your local community action agency. If you're homeless now, ask about Coordinated Entry. It can connect you with housing programs.
You can report it. The North Dakota Department of Labor and Human Rights takes reports of housing discrimination. Questions about what counts? Check the official page below.
Official page: nd.gov/labor
The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) provides housing resources across North Dakota. Its renter pages offer tools to help you search for affordable apartments, understand rental programs and connect with local housing support. Questions about who qualifies for a program? Check the official page below.
Official page: ndhfa.org
Dial 211, or use the zone finder on the HHS website.
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Here are some official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
A help line and online search for local help with housing, food, utilities, health care and more, anywhere in North Dakota. The 211 helpline is open 24 hours. You can also call 701 235 7335.
Official page: myfirstlink.org/resources
County human service zone offices serve all 53 counties. They handle SNAP and other help, and can point you to local services. The customer support center is 866 614 6005.
Official page: hhs.nd.gov/applyforhelp/snap
Help paying winter home heating bills for households who qualify, through local human service zone offices.
Official page: hhs.nd.gov/applyforhelp/liheap
Civil legal help for residents with low income who qualify across North Dakota, including housing, family and benefits problems. Offices serve Fargo, Bismarck and other areas.
Official page: legalassist.org
The state office that looks into housing, employment and public accommodation discrimination complaints. Its website explains how to file. You can also call 800 582 8032.
Official page: nd.gov/labor
Information for renters and homeowners in North Dakota, including affordable rental homes and homebuyer programs.
Official page: ndhfa.org
Local community action agencies across North Dakota help with energy bills, emergency needs, job support and Head Start. Find your local agency on its website.
Official page: capnd.org
Public housing, rental vouchers and affordable housing programs in Fargo.
Official page: fargohousing.org
County office for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF and other help in the Bismarck area.
Official page: burleigh.gov/departments/human-service-zone-social-services
Housing, energy assistance and support programs for people in the Bismarck region.
Official page: cap7.com/contact-us
Help and community referrals for people in Grand Forks and Grand Forks County. Use the state office finder to reach the zone office.
Official page: hhs.nd.gov/service-locations/human-service/zones
HUD lists housing counseling agencies that help people find, keep and hold on to a home. TTY 202 708 1455.
Official page: hud.gov/stat/sfh/housing-counseling
Private calls 24/7 for Veterans who are homeless or at risk. Trained staff connect you to your nearest VA for help.
Official page: va.gov/homeless
You could dial 211 and ask about rent help. You could apply for energy help through your local community action agency. If your landlord gives you court papers, you could call legal aid the same day.
Or say you're behind on rent in Grand Forks. You could gather your lease, your landlord's notice and your pay stubs. You could call or visit your local county human service zone office and say, "I'm behind on rent and I want to stay in my home. What can I apply for?" You could also dial 211 for local housing assistance programs, and call legal aid if you got court papers.
"Hi. I got (an eviction notice or court papers) from my landlord."
"The paper is dated (date). I live in (town or city)."
"Can someone help me understand what to do next?"
"I want to be honest with you. My hours got cut and I'll be short this month."
"I've applied for help, and I can pay (amount) on (date)."
"Can we put a payment plan in writing?"
"Hi, I was just talking with someone about (what you need), and we got cut off."
"Can you help me pick up where we left off?"
"Is there a direct number I can use if this happens again?"
Four quick questions. Tap an answer to see why.
Court papers often come with a short window to respond, and the timing matters.
Ask each place what they can do.
Each place decides who it can serve, so it is worth asking.
A no from one place isn't a no from everyone. Programs have different rules, funds and space.
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