SOS Community Services
What to do next
For family homelessness or housing instability, call and request housing intake guidance immediately.
Source & verification
A suggested script — adapt it to your situation:
Hi, I need help finding emergency housing or shelter.
My name is [your name], and I'm interested in the Housing and Family Resource Center program.
I wanted to ask whether there are any requirements I should know about, such as Washtenaw County for housing services?
I also wanted to confirm your current hours. I see Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Is that still accurate?
And just to confirm — is this service free of charge?
What is the best way to get started? I see call the main office or Housing Access for Washtenaw County.
Thank you so much for your help.
Always introduce yourself and ask to speak with someone who can help with your specific need.
Waitlist / Capacity: Housing resources are limited countywide; not all callers can be placed immediately
Housing stability nonprofit with family resource center, shelter-related services, and utility assistance access.
IHN at Alpha House
Emergency shelter for homeless families in Washtenaw County providing up to 90 days of temporary housing for up to 6-8 families. Each family…
Waitlist / Capacity: Capacity 6-8 families; may have waitlist
Peace Neighborhood Center
Community organization offering transitional supportive housing and related support services for families in need in Ann Arbor.
Waitlist / Capacity: Openings may be limited.
Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development
County program offering grants for exterior accessibility ramps and related housing-access improvements for eligible residents.
Waitlist / Capacity: Applications may be waitlisted when funds are limited.
Ypsilanti Housing Commission
Public housing authority providing affordable housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income families and individuals in the City of Yps…
Waitlist / Capacity: Waitlists and housing availability vary by property and program.