Housing Access for Washtenaw County

The Housing Access for Washtenaw County is the single point of entry for all shelters in the county. Any resident in Washtenaw County experiencing a housing emergency can call the Housing Access Line at (734) 961-1999.

Staff will provide the caller with an initial screening to learn the household characteristics and needs. A follow-up meeting to do a full assessment will be scheduled by appointment. People may be directed to one-time financial assistance for help with move-in costs, short-term rental assistance, or to prevent an eviction. Also, families and individuals can be referred to shelter or transitional housing programs in Washtenaw County.

SOS now has a partnership with the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County (Delonis Center) to refer individuals immediately to receive services for individuals who are homeless.

All services are provided depending on the availability of funding and individuals meeting the required criteria.  

Homeless families referred to SOS’s housing programs by Housing Access for Washtenaw County must be comprised of at least one adult (18 years and older) who has legal custody of at least one child below the age of 18.

For information and referrals to Washtenaw County human services call (734) 477-6211. If the call is made from a landline in Washtenaw County just dial 211.