AAA Fair Credit Foundation – Utah

Housing & Financial · Utah · Free

Nonprofit providing free financial counseling, debt management plans, housing and pre-purchase education, and bankruptcy counseling to Utahns from the Salt Lake City office. Fathers can call weekdays to schedule a free one-hour session in person, by phone, or online. Counselors are HUD-approved for housing matters. Bring a list of debts, recent pay stubs, bank statements, and any collection letters or court papers to the session.

Contact & Details

Address: Salt Lake City, UT

Phone: 801-984-4357

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm

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About Housing & Financial for Fathers

Housing and financial assistance for fathers comes through a combination of federal programs (HUD, SNAP, TANF, LIHEAP) and state/local efforts. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and public housing are administered by local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) with long waitlists in most markets. Emergency shelter and rapid rehousing are funded through the federal Continuum of Care program — every region has a Coordinated Entry system that assesses and places homeless adults and families. Rental assistance, utility assistance (LIHEAP), and one-time emergency funds are available through community action agencies and 211 referral lines. Fathers with children in their custody may qualify for Section 8 family priority and TANF, though state rules vary. This directory covers PHAs, shelter systems, 211 call lines, and community action agencies that serve single dads.

Housing & Financial in Utah

Utah district courts handle family law in each of its eight judicial districts; juvenile courts handle parentage and some custody matters. The Office of Recovery Services (ORS) operates child support enforcement. Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, and West Jordan are the largest cities. Utah Legal Services and the Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake provide free civil representation.

More Housing & Financial in Utah

  • Utah Housing Corporation — State-chartered corporation administering affordable housing programs, mortgage financing for first-time buyers, rental assistance, and home
  • Housing Authority of Salt Lake City — Administers public housing units and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for low-income Salt Lake City residents from the South West Temple of
  • Utah Department of Workforce Services – Housing — State agency offering emergency financial help for rent, utilities, and basic needs from regional employment centers statewide, including th
  • Salvation Army – Utah — Provides emergency rent and utility assistance, food boxes, shelter, and holiday support from the Salt Lake City corps and regional offices
  • Habitat for Humanity – Salt Lake — Builds and sells affordable homes to qualifying low-to-moderate income families in the Salt Lake Valley, with zero-percent mortgages and swe
  • Ogden Housing Authority — Administers public housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for low-income Ogden-area families from the Lincoln Avenue office. Fathers

Housing & Financial — Common Questions

How long is the waitlist for Section 8?
Varies wildly — from a few months in some markets to 5+ years in hot metros (LA, NYC, DC). Apply to multiple Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) in your area. Some PHAs give preference to families with children, veterans, or homeless applicants.
What does 211 do?
211 is a free nationwide referral service operated by United Way and partners. Call or text 211 to reach a live specialist who connects you to local help with rent, utilities, food, childcare, employment, and more. Available 24/7 in most areas.
Can single dads get TANF?
Yes. TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) is gender-neutral — any qualifying parent or caretaker with a dependent child in the home can apply. Benefit amounts and time limits vary by state. Work requirements apply after a brief grace period.
What's LIHEAP?
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps low-income households pay heating and cooling bills. Apply through your state's LIHEAP office. Both annual assistance and emergency crisis payments are available. Don't wait until disconnection — apply at the start of the heating season.