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DHS

DC is under a HEAT ALERT until Fri, 6/19 at 8AM. Visit heat.dc.gov
If you are traveling out of state and have difficulty using your EBT card, please call OPRMI at 202-671-4460 and select option 1.
Protect Your Benefits! It's important to keep your EBT card safe.
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SNAP ABAWD work requirements implementation started on June 1, 2026. Learn more
Interested in becoming a SNAP Volunteer Program host site? Learn more and apply
Changes to stabilize TANF begin October 2026. Learn more

 

Homeless Services & Housing

Our vision is that homelessness in the District of Columbia will be rare, brief, and nonrecurring. We will eliminate racial inequities in the homeless services system and create systemic fair treatment for all people. Read more about our vision and strategic plan to end homelessness in Homeward DC 2.0

Services for Families

  • Homelessness Prevention & Diversion 
  • Accessing Shelter 
  • Housing Programs, including the Family Re-Housing Stabilization Program, Transitional Housing, Targeted Affordable Housing & Permanent Supportive Housing 

Services for Individuals 

  • Homelessness Prevention & Diversion 
  • Accessing Shelter 
  • Day Centers 
  • Outreach 
  • Housing Programs, including Rapid Re-Housing, Transitional Housing, Bridge Housing, Targeted Affordable Housing & Permanent Supportive Housing 

Services for Youth

  • Homelessness Prevention & Diversion 
  • Drop-In Centers 
  • Accessing Youth Shelter