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April 10, 2024
Weathering the Seasons: Resources for Home Energy Assistance
During the winter months, keeping your home warm and your family comfortable can be a costly challenge...
December 20, 2023
Weatherization Assistance: Overcome the High Cost of Energy
From keeping your home cool in the summer to warm in the winter, the cost of energy is a hardship experienced...
December 6, 2023
Housing Loans: Which One is Right for You?
Securing a housing loan can be an important step towards owning your own home. There are government benefits...
April 12, 2023
Resources for Homelessness
Are you at risk or currently experiencing homelessness? In this article, we will share some valuable...
March 15, 2023
Resources for Victims of Domestic Violence
There are many ways to get help if you or someone you care about is a victim of domestic violence. In...
December 7, 2022
Finding Loans for Buying and Repairing Your Home
Whether you are buying a house or need help with your current home, there are resources to guide...
October 26, 2022
Resources for Rental Assistance
While many are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, some renters are struggling with payments...
September 28, 2022
Explore Housing Help with Benefits.gov
Finding housing assistance can be difficult to navigate on your own. Benefits.gov provides information...
January 19, 2022
Resources for Energy Assistance this Winter
Winter can be a trying season for many because of increasing home energy bills. According to the...
January 5, 2022
Getting into Gear for the New Year
As the New Year begins, Benefits.gov is here to help in your search for government assistance. Check...
August 4, 2021
Fast Facts About the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)
Curious about Section 8 housing? Below are five fast facts to better understand the Housing Choice...
June 23, 2021
How Can I Apply to the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, also known as Section 8, is the federal government’s program for...
March 17, 2021
Staying Warm this Winter with Government Assistance
Staying warm through cold weather is an essential need that may cause financial stress for families...
January 20, 2021
Tips for Saving on Home Energy Costs this Winter
The mission of Benefits.gov is to make it easier for citizens to access critical benefit and assistance...
January 6, 2021
The Low-Income Housing Energy Assistance Program
If you or a loved one are struggling to pay energy bills, Benefits.gov can direct you to federal and...
July 8, 2020
Where to Find Housing Assistance During the Pandemic
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has brought hardships to citizens with mortgage or rent payments...
January 22, 2020
An Overview of Section 8 Housing Assistance
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, also known as Section 8, is the federal government’s program for...
August 7, 2019
A Guide to Hurricane Planning and Relief
During the 2019 hurricane season, knowing how to prepare and where to find resources for disaster relief...
January 30, 2019
Find Resources to Improve Your Living Conditions
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 12% of Americans, or almost 40 million people, are living in...
October 17, 2018
Housing 101 with Benefits.gov
Housing can be hard to come by or unaffordable for some Americans. A Harvard study revealed nearly...
June 27, 2018
Beat the Summer Heat
As we head into summer, temperatures are not the only thing that tend to rise. Many people often...
January 24, 2018
MLK’s Lasting Impact
Through Benefits.gov, many Government agencies offer programs to support black Americans.
November 15, 2017
Giving Thanks this Season
Thanksgiving is a special time of year for families and friends to come together and be thankful. Whether...
October 4, 2017
Winter Weatherization Prep
These programs can help eligible citizens ease the cost of weatherizing and warming their homes.
January 3, 2017
Remembering the Legacy of Martin Luther King
Many of the benefits available on Benefits.gov could not even exist today if it were not for Dr...
December 2, 2015
Help the Homeless this Holiday Season
This holiday season, nearly 600,000 Americans will spend the holidays homeless and without proper...
December 17, 2014
Stay Warm and Prepared during the Winter Season
Though winter storms are slowly brewing, it is never too early to prepare for the harsh conditions they...
September 24, 2014
Prepare for Emergencies
September marks the 16th annual National Preparedness Month, a program sponsored by the Federal Emergency...
November 20, 2013
Stay Warm and Save Energy This Winter
Winter temperatures and heavy snowfall are just around the corner for many parts of the country and...
March 2, 2011
Find Your Home Sweet Home with Benefits.gov
Spring is the season of new beginnings. Whether you’re looking for a new home, in a housing transition...
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