Housing Assistance
North Dakota offers several resources and programs to provide housing support for pregnant women, mothers, and families in need. These initiatives aim to ensure that families have a safe and stable living environment during critical times.
State and Local Housing Programs
North Dakota Housing Stabilization Program: This program offers re-housing assistance to households experiencing homelessness. Applicants are assigned a Housing Stability Coach to assist in finding stable housing.
North Dakota Homeless Grant (NDHG): The NDHG provides financial support for low and moderate-income families, including cash assistance for utilities, furnishings, or other necessities. This grant aims to promote housing stability for families in need.
Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing, Nonprofit and Community-Based Assistance
Family Crisis Shelter of North Dakota: Located in Williston, this 24-hour crisis intervention program offers emergency shelter, advocacy, counseling, and support to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, including pregnant women and mothers.
Catholic Charities North Dakota: With offices in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Minot, Catholic Charities provides confidential pregnancy support, baby supplies, parenting education, and adoption facilitation. Their services are free of charge and available for emergencies.
Fargo-Moorhead Coalition to End Homelessness: This local non-profit organization prioritizes single mothers facing homelessness in the Fargo-Moorhead area. They offer resources and support to help prevent and address homelessness.
Bismarck-Mandan Native American Development Center: This center offers low-cost housing assistance, homeownership support, financial counseling, and cash assistance to Native American families in North Dakota.
Other Resources
2-1-1 Helpline: Dial 2-1-1 for statewide assistance connecting to local services, including housing, shelters, and transitional programs for pregnant women and families.
North Dakota 211: Visit nd211.org for an online directory of housing resources and support services across the state.
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