National Coalition for the Homeless — LGBTQ+

Housing & Shelter · Washington · Free

NCH advocacy and information on LGBTQ+ homelessness, the Equal Access Rule, and shelter rights. A starting point for case management, emergency vouchers, and longer-term placement. Most stays in emergency shelter are 30–90 days while you work with case management on next steps. LGBTQ+ youth represent 40% of homeless youth despite being 7% of the general youth population. No cost — the program is grant-funded and confidentiality-protected.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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