Important updates about NDHS
Due to the expiration of federal funding for pandemic-era rental assistance programs, Health and Human Services (HHS) will begin ramping down North Dakota Housing Stabilization (NDHS) program re-housing services for households that are experiencing homelessness. As part of this change, the final day to submit an application for re-housing assistance for households currently experiencing homelessness was March 14, 2025.
If you have a Letter of Commitment that that is not expired, please understand that after March 14, NDHS will no longer offer new or renewed Letters of Commitment. This means that you will not be able to apply for a new Letter of Commitment or extend the expiration date on a Letter of Commitment after March 14.
If you have already found housing and have a signed lease but have not yet notified the program, you must do so before the expiration date on your Letter of Commitment. Please log into your profile on the Housing Stabilization Portal and file a housed extension immediately.
We want to assure you that we will do whatever we can to guide you to other resources. Although NDHS will no longer be able to offer direct re-housing assistance after March 14, there are still other resources available to you. We encourage you to reach out to ND 211, a helpline that may be able connect you with local services and support, including housing resources. Additionally, we can provide contact information for local non-profit organizations may be able to help.
Our focus is helping North Dakota households become and remain stably housed.
If your household is currently past due on rent or facing eviction, apply here.
If you been contacted to complete your coaching sessions, please review the coaching materials.
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Eviction Prevention
If your household is past due on rent or facing eviction, apply through the Housing Stabilization Application Portal.
If you have a court date within the next 30 days, your housing provider must agree to cancel any eviction proceedings and be registered to accept state payments.
Approved households will meet with a Household Engagement Coach who will provide training sessions to:
- Walk you through your lease.
- Aid in fostering a positive relationship with your housing provider.
- Equip you with the skills needed to become a successful renter.
Approved households may qualify for up to 6 months of rent (dependent on applicant eligibility and program rules).
Throughout the assistance period, approved households will regularly meet with their Household Engagement Coach to discuss additional resources around the state to assist with remaining stably housed long-term.
Help with applying for Medicaid 1915(i) Housing Supports
Interested in applying for Medicaid 1915(i)? Let us help!
1915(i) is for qualifying people with certain behavioral health conditions. Members will connect with a care coordinator who, with the member, creates a person-centered plan of care. Members will work with their care coordinator to set goals and choose services and supports to help them achieve goals and live successfully in their homes and communities.
How ND Housing Stabilization can help you:
- You’ll be asked a few pre-qualification questions.
- You’ll then meet with a coach to complete a World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS) assessment.
- If your assessment indicates that you will qualify, your Household Success Coach will help you apply.
You do not need to be receiving housing support from ND Housing Stabilization to receive help applying for Medicaid 1915(i).
Ready to take the first step? Choose from one of the options below to get started.
- Answer the online pre-assessment questions to see if you may qualify for Medicaid 1915(i).
- Get help applying for Medicaid 1915(i) in the NDHS Medicaid 1915(i) Support Portal.
- If you are at risk for eviction, you may submit an application through the NDRH Housing Stabilization Portal.
If you have questions, contact the NDRH Housing Stabilization call center at (701) 328-1907 or email dhserb@nd.gov.
Mediation Services
NDRH Housing Stabilization offers mediation services to resolve conflicts between renters and housing providers.
Mediation services are available only to households actively receiving assistance from the program.
Housing Provider Risk Mitigation
Participating Housing Providers may be able to recover funds for damages caused renters who utilized a Letter of Commitment. To qualify, the following conditions must be met:
- The renter must have used a Letter of Commitment to secure housing
- All terms and conditions of the Letter of Commitment must be adhered to
- The Housing Provider must have submitted a payment request prior to the approval of their renter's housed application
- The damages are greater than normal wear and tear covered by the renter's security deposit
- NDRH will cover up to $4,000 in damages
- Documentation of damages and invoices for repairs must be provided
Additionally, Housing Providers may be able to recoup funds lost due to applicants vacating or being evicted from their approved rental. Vacancy loss refers to the costs associated with re-renting vacant units. NDRH Housing Stabilization will pay up to 1 month of vacancy loss assistance to Housing Providers with qualifying circumstances.
NDRH Housing Stabilization works with both households and housing providers.
Re-Housing Services
If you are experiencing homelessness, NDRH Housing Stabilization may be able to assist you.
Eviction Prevention Services
If you are at imminent risk of eviction, NDRH Housing Stabilization may be able to assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions
A compiled list of frequently asked questions about the NDRH Housing Stabilization program.
What other programs can help me?
HHS may be able to offer additional support.
Other programs you may qualify for include health care, food support and child care assistance.
Who can answer questions about NDRH Housing Stabilization?
For information about applying, program eligibility, or an existing case, contact the NDRH Housing Stabilization Program.
Economic Assistance Policy Division
NDRH Housing Stabilization Program
600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept 325
Bismarck, ND 58505-0250
Phone: (701) 328-1907
TTY 711
ND Relay TTY: (800) 366-6888
Email: dhserb@nd.gov
Submit an appeal request online
The appeal process is available if you disagree with a decision made by the Department on your application for rent help. To file an appeal, fill out the SFN 62086.
Once your appeal form is completed, click on the email to submit. You can attach additional files to support your appeal request.
Please review DN 295: Rights to a Hearing