How can a male receive section 8?or what ways can a male receive it Do u know?

Question

Im just curious i have never seen a male on section 8 maybe by getting hurt or not being able to work but never have i seena male on section 8 it's easier for a female to get it but not a male i wonder Does anyone know

or do u have to have a good sob story cause i have a child that is soon to be born and i have no money or income and i know im not going to have nowhere to stay

Answer 1

There are no male/female limits or restrictions on Section 8 housing. To do so would be discriminatory, unless I guess, a Section 8 property has a special waiver from the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Dvlpt. I've not heard of this and don't believe such a waiver exists, but I can't guarantee it.

There are several eligibility tests for Section 8, among them, the household must meet the income limits, consist of one or more eligibile noncitizens or U.S. citizens, disclose the Social Security number for each individual 6 years of age or older, must be the person's only residence, disclose all sources of income and assets and must meet the owner's screening criteria (e.g., credit, criminal, etc.). Also, HUD has recently made it difficult for college students to receive Section 8 assistance, as well.

Many residents in multifamily Section 8 properties are women, particularly single mothers, which, as you can imagine, earn lower income, if any income, at all. It's not "easier" for a woman to get Section 8; however, a plurality or majority of applicants for Section 8 are probably women or a household in which a woman is the head.

In addition, "getting hurt" is not a condition of Section 8. However, one's inability to work means little income (SSI, worker's comp., etc.), if any. However, once in awhile, you may find a multifamily property that provides a preference to either working families and/or disabled residents. This is not a requirement, HUD leaves it up to the discretion of the owner.

Note that some properties cater only to the elderly and/or disabled. Elderly is 62 years of age or older and an individual can be any age and disabled.

I hope this answers your question.

Answer 2

Women probably are the byproduct of divorce and separation and have the children with them as dependents. Therefore it would be easier for them to fall within the restrictions on income limits.

Answer 3

It should'nt matter iif you are male or not. Your local gov't office should know. If you are needy, then they usually help. Whether it be a number to a shelter, food bank, or a org. to help with rent, bills, etc.

I wish you luck.

Answer 4

go to Social Serves