Emergency Shelter in Floyd County
Floyd County is a small, close-knit mountain community. If you're in crisis here, the fastest path to safe shelter is through the NRV Central Intake line — staffed people who know this county and its resources.
Floyd County shelter is accessed through Central Intake — one call connects you to the right resource
About Floyd County
A Rural Mountain Community on the Blue Ridge
Floyd County sits high on the Blue Ridge Plateau — an area of rolling farmland, forested ridges, and small homesteads that stretches across 360 square miles. It's one of the most rural counties in Virginia, home to generations of farming families, a thriving community of artisans, and a rich musical heritage rooted in the Appalachian tradition.
Because Floyd County has no dedicated emergency shelter of its own, anyone experiencing homelessness here is connected through Central Intake to the nearest appropriate resource — which may be in a neighboring county. Our intake specialists are familiar with Floyd's geography and will work with you to make travel as manageable as possible.
Getting Help
How Shelter Access Works in Floyd County
Because Floyd is rural, housing resources are coordinated regionally. Here's exactly what to expect when you call.
Call Central Intake
Dial (540) 639-3159. Tell the specialist you're in Floyd County. They'll note your location when finding the closest available option.
Transportation Help
Distance is a real challenge in Floyd. Our specialists can help you identify transportation resources or refer you to agencies that assist with travel.
Placed in Shelter
You'll be matched to the most appropriate available shelter — typically in Christiansburg (Montgomery County) or another neighboring community.
Resources Available
What Floyd County Residents Can Access
Emergency Shelter Referral
Placement in partner shelters in neighboring counties, coordinated through Central Intake.
Rapid Rehousing
Short-term rental assistance to move you quickly into stable housing right in Floyd County.
Local Emergency Assistance
New River Community Action serves Floyd County with emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities.
Case Management
A case manager will work with you toward long-term stability, with awareness of Floyd's rural context.
Transportation Referrals
Connections to rural transportation resources that can help you reach services in neighboring areas.
Prevention Screening
At risk of losing your housing within 14 days? Call Central Intake for a prevention screening before it becomes a crisis.
Living in a Rural County Shouldn't Mean Going Without Help
Our intake team knows Floyd County and will work with you on transportation and logistics so distance is never a barrier to getting safe.
Ready to find shelter? Call now.
Available during business hours. After-hours line available 24/7.