Rutland Housing Authority

Housing & Financial · Vermont · Free

Manages public housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) programs for low-income Rutland County residents. Fathers with custodial children can apply at the Wales St office during business hours. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards for household, proof of income, and prior housing references. Waitlists can be long, so apply early and keep contact information up to date while waiting.

Contact & Details

Address: 81 Wales St, Rutland, VT 05701

Phone: (802) 775-2391

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

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 Vermont

Vermont's Family Division of the Superior Court handles all family matters statewide. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DCF. Burlington, South Burlington, Rutland, and Essex are the largest towns. Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Vermont (a nonprofit partner) provide civil legal aid, including a joint statewide Family Law helpline.

More Housing & Financial in Vermont

  • Vermont Housing Finance Agency — Statewide agency administering affordable housing programs, rental assistance, first-time homebuyer loans, and down payment help for qualify
  • Burlington Housing Authority — Administers public housing units, Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8), and family self-sufficiency programs for low-income Burlington-area r
  • Salvation Army Vermont — Emergency Aid — Emergency assistance with rent, utilities, food, clothing, and basic needs for Vermont families in crisis. Fathers facing eviction, utility
  • Habitat for Humanity — Green Mountain — Builds and sells affordable homes to income-qualified Vermont families through a sweat-equity partnership and zero-interest mortgage. Father
  • Vermont HomeOwnership Center — Homebuyer education, pre-purchase counseling, and foreclosure prevention services for Vermont residents through the Vermont Housing & Conser
  • NeighborWorks of Western Vermont — Nonprofit providing affordable housing development, homebuyer education, and home repair financing for families in Rutland and Bennington Co

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.