Hear Our Voices

Advocate and lived expert of homelessness and domestic violence, Alida, continues to shares about her own experiences of DV and homelessness. She talks about the support she received from Sanctuary for Families as well as how she founded Healing Hands Incorporated, an organization serving survivors of gender-based violence. Follow us on social media: TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on Linktr.ee/nyc_hov Resources: Healing Hands  Provides direct services to the black community in New York city. They offer survivors access to counseling, economic empowerment, wellness activities, and so much more to prevent gender violence, and empower survivors. https://healinghandsint.com/ https://healinghandsint.com/service/  24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-621-HOPE (4673) HRA Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Support - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/domestic-violence-support.page NYC HOPE Resource Guide to help you or loved one experiencing domestic or gender-based violence - https://www1.nyc.gov/nychope/site/page/home  Safe Horizon  Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence. https://safehorizon.org  Crime Victims Hotline: 1-866-689-HELP  SafeChat offer information, advocacy and support: https://www.safehorizon.org/safechat/    Other resources: https://www.safehorizon.org/am-i-being-abused/   24-hour Hotlines: Safe Horizon's 3 Hotlines: DV - 1-800-621-HOPE Rape and Sexual Assault - 212-227-3000 Crime Victims - 1-866-689-HELP NYC Anti-Violence Project (AVP) (specialize in working with LGBTQ+ survivors) - 212-714-1141 Violence Intervention Project (specialize in working with Latinx survivors) - 1-800-664-5880 Sanctuary for Families https://sanctuaryforfamilies.org/get-help/ https://sanctuaryforfamilies.org/get-help-espanol/  To request services including shelter, counseling, legal representation or economic empowerment, call: 212.349.6009  For crisis intervention, shelter, and counseling, please call 1.212.349.6009 x1367 or text 929.335.9922 For legal services including orders of protection, divorce, immigration, and child custody, visitation and support, please call 1.212.349.6009 x1001 or text 646.692.0300 https://www.iamwomankind.org/https://www.iamwomankind.org/ (specialize in working with Asian survivors) - 1-888-888-7702 Resources & Services for Orders of Protection WomensLaw Legal Information on Restraining Orders Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

This week, we are joined by Alida, advocate and lived expert of homelessness and domestic violence. She shares about her own experiences of DV and homelessness as well as general information about domestic violence.  Follow us on social media: TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on Linktr.ee/nyc_hov Resources: 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-621-HOPE (4673) HRA Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Support - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/domestic-violence-support.page NYC HOPE Resource Guide to help you or loved one experiencing domestic or gender-based violence - https://www1.nyc.gov/nychope/site/page/home Safe Horizon Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence. https://safehorizon.org Crime Victims Hotline: 1-866-689-HELP SafeChat offer information, advocacy and support: https://www.safehorizon.org/safechat/ Other resources: https://www.safehorizon.org/am-i-being-abused/ 24-hour Hotlines: Safe Horizon's 3 Hotlines: DV - 1-800-621-HOPE Rape and Sexual Assault - 212-227-3000 Crime Victims - 1-866-689-HELP NYC Anti-Violence Project (AVP) (specialize in working with LGBTQ+ survivors) - 212-714-1141 Violence Intervention Project (specialize in working with Latinx survivors) - 1-800-664-5880 Womankind (specialize in working with Asian survivors) - 1-888-888-7702 Resources & Services for Orders of Protection WomensLaw Legal Information on Restraining Orders Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

In this episode, NYC mom Emmay continues to share about her experience as well as information and steps to take when looking at apartments or when there are issues with your apartment, including missing rental payments. After finding her own housing, Emmay is now leveraging her experience to advocate for improvements with the CityFHEPs voucher and advocate for those who are new to CityFHEPs.  Follow us on social media: TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on - Linktr.ee/nyc_hov Resources: NYC311 https://portal.311.nyc.gov/ DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center - apply for shelter   https://www.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page Brochurehttps://www.nyc.gov/assets/dhs/downloads/pdf/path-brochure.pdf HRA Guide for Housing Instability https://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf About Source of Income Discrimination https://www.nyc.gov/site/cchr/law/source-of-income.page#:~:text=Discrimination%20based%20on%20lawful%20source%20of%20income%20is%20the%20illegal,other%20forms%20of%20public%20assistance  FAQ for Source of Income Discrimination https://www.nyc.gov/assets/cchr/downloads/pdf/materials/FairHouse_FAQs-Tenant-English.pdf Unlock NYC (support for discrimination) https://weunlock.nyc/ Housing Vouchers Section 8 https://www.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/about-section-8.page CityFHEPS https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page FHEPS https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA) https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/sota.page

Season 3 kicks off with NYC mom Emmay who shares her experience with the homelessness system in NYC. She talks about the challenges of finding and securing housing that is safe and appropriate, particularly for the children, with a housing voucher. Follow us on social media:  TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on - Linktr.ee/nyc_hov  Resources: NYC311 https://portal.311.nyc.gov/  DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center - apply for shelter   https://www.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page Brochure https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dhs/downloads/pdf/path-brochure.pdf  HRA Guide for Housing Instability https://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf    About Source of Income Discrimination https://www.nyc.gov/site/cchr/law/source-of-income.page#:~:text=Discrimination%20based%20on%20lawful%20source%20of%20income%20is%20the%20illegal,other%20forms%20of%20public%20assistance FAQ for Source of Income Discrimination https://www.nyc.gov/assets/cchr/downloads/pdf/materials/FairHouse_FAQs-Tenant-English.pdf  Unlock NYC (support for discrimination) https://weunlock.nyc/  Housing Vouchers Section 8 https://www.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/about-section-8.page  CityFHEPS https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page  FHEPS https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page  Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA) https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/sota.page 

Thank you for being on this journey with us for this past year. Happy holidays for you and your family. I hope these resources can help. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NaKhB4tX3IRPmDxdNxPjv5dYUd1r5BI6/mobilebasic

This week we're finishing up Marie's story as she faces obstacles in securing permanent housing. She conveys the emotional impact entering the shelter system had on her family. 

This week's episode features Marie. She details her shelter experience as she re-entered the shelter system multiple stretches and explains the obstacles with the discontinued advantage housing voucher, being denied shelter placement on various occasions, and maintaining permanent housing. 

This week's episode features an NYC landlord named Desiree. She addresses the negative stigma surrounding vouchers while providing the landlord's perspective on accepting vouchers, and she also offers information on how rental applicants can stand out to landlords.  https://catholiccharitiesny.org/ Catholic Charities provides aid to families and individuals facing housing instability. Assistance with eviction prevention, rental arrears, housing vouchers, furniture allowance, and aftercare services for families and individuals exiting the shelter system.

This week we want to encourage our listeners to utilize a resource packet created by Hear Our Voices. It was designed to support families experiencing homelessness and connect them to valuable services throughout NYC, such as housing, furniture, childcare, and additional resources. https://tinyurl.com/276tuh5d

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This week's episode is Part II of Ashata's story, a mother experiencing homelessness with her daughter. Ashata shares how the living conditions within the shelter impact her physical health and how the fear of not knowing if she's eligible to stay in the shelter affects her everyday life.  

This week's episode features Ashata, a mother experiencing homelessness with her daughter. Ashata details being denied shelter at PATH and the hurdles of waiting for a housing voucher.  Hear Our Voices has created a resource packet to support families experiencing homelessness and connect them with services such as housing, furniture, childcare, and additional resources.  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NaKhB4tX3IRPmDxdNxPjv5dYUd1r5BI6/mobilebasic?urp=gmail_link

Hear Our Voices presented its second panel, Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes, on November 2nd. We wanted to raise awareness and underscore what domestic violence is; highlight the unique experiences and needs of domestic violence victims and survivors (including mental health); and the available resources to provide assistance, advocacy, and support to those experiencing violence.   Resources compiled for people experiencing homelessness in NYC can be found on linktr.ee/nyc_hov.   If you are interested in participating in the Hear Our Voices podcast, reach out to NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov Youtube Webinar Recording: https://youtu.be/w3vN7-kaRWo

It will be on November 2 at 1pm est seen you than. https://us02web.zoom.us/w/89733823374?tk=qAke_bpIpGJDGoBzypoFrw5GIarrMz2cjAjpkoWsavk.DQMAAAAU5I17jhY3MEE4d0F6V1M3T2tOYlRjSy1vS29BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

This week we finish Destiny's experience in an NYC domestic violence shelter. She details transferring from shelters and being over-income for affordable housing.

This week’s guest is Destiny, a Housing Policy Fellow with the Family Homelessness Coalition. She shares her experience and obstacles residing in an NYC domestic violence shelter.

This week features Jimmy Meagher, a Policy Advocate at Safe Horizon. He discusses the numerous resources Safe Horizon offers to domestic violence survivors and the difference between domestic violence shelters run by the Human Resources Administration [HRA] and the Department of Homeless Services [DHS]. Safe Horizons is an organization created to offer Victim assistance. They currently Assist survivors of all forms of violence. They assist survivors of all forms of violence. Some programs include but are not limited to domestic violence shelters, support groups, safety planning, lock replacement, and legal assistance. https://www.safehorizon.org/our-services/what-we-do/ Safe Horizon’s 24/7 Hotline: 1800-621-HOPE

We’re back again with Theresa Young, the Director of Helen's House, a shelter operated by Henry Street Settlement. She discusses the hardships of going through the Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) system, families' struggles when entering the shelter system, and mental health triggers.

This week's episode features Theresa Young, the Director of Helen's House, a shelter operated by Henry Street Settlement. She discusses the impact Helen's House has on individuals and additional programs Henry Street Settlement offers and clarifies the different Tiers within the shelter system. Henry Street Settlement offers a range of programs to lower east side communities and all fellow New Yorkers. Programs include education, employment, Senior Services, sports and recreation, health and wellness, and transitional & supportive housing. https://www.henrystreet.org/

EHV (Emergency Housing Voucher) update deadline on September 30. Effective September 1, 2022, all NYCHA and HPD EHV voucher holders will have a 300-day search term from the initial date of voucher issuance. NYCHA and HPD will no longer accept EHV referrals and applications after September 30, 2022, and each will maintain an EHV waitlist populated with the completed EHV applications on-hand. https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycccoc/ehv/ehv.page https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/nycccoc/downloads/pdf/ehv-faqs.pdf https://hcr.ny.gov/ehv UPCOMING EHV OFFICE HOURS Zoom Meeting EHV Office Hours will resume on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 3pm. Beginning in October 2022, EHV Office Hours will transition to the first Tuesday of every month

In this week's episode, we share Giovina's story and gain the perspective of a native Spanish speaker navigating NYC's shelter system. The obstacles and hurdles faced due to language boundaries. https://portal.311.nyc.gov/report-problems/ 311 is a non-emergency hotline that New Yorkers can use to gain information throughout the five boroughs and make complaints. You can report a shelter for violations through 311. You can call 311 directly or place a report online. https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/contact.page NYCHA has a non-emergency hotline for NYCHA residents, section 8 voucher holders, and applicants. You can contact the hotline and connect with a customer care representative who could provide status updates on an application.

This week features Juan Diaz, a Policy Advocate at the Citizen's Committee for Children of New York. Juan discusses how his former employment experience at Homebase allows him to develop policies that can further assist families experiencing homelessness.  Homebase- https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page https://youtu.be/_9FRoM-hG1w https://riseboro.org/contact/homebase-homeless-prevention/ A non-profit organization that aids families and individuals facing housing instability. Homebase helps with rental arrears, voucher assistance, aftercare services for families and individuals exiting NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) shelters, and eviction prevention services. Please utilize the Homebase locator to go to your nearest Homebase; they are location-based.

The first-year medical students participating in NYU's Health and Housing Program are back with an episode featuring Lourde's, Housing Policy Fellow with the Family Homelessness Coalition, to discuss the importance of empathy and compassion for individuals, experiencing homelessness in obtaining medical care.

This week's episode is part II of Lourdes's lived experience as a Housing Policy Fellow with the Family Homelessness Coalition. She paints a vivid picture of the horrid living conditions in the Bronx shelter and the treatment she received from the shelter staff members.

This week's episode features first-year medical students participating in NYU’s Health and Housing Program as well as Lourdes, a Housing Policy Fellow with the Family Homelessness Coalition. They discuss how health directly correlates to an individual's access to stable housing.

Hear Our Voices Presents:  What Really Happens in Shelter with Lived Experts of Homelessness on Education & Mental Health Moderator: Jennifer March, Executive Director Citizens' Committee for Children Speakers: Lourdes Corona, Lived Expert, Housing Policy Fellow Family Homelessness Coalition Nyomi Bethune, Lived Expert, Former Housing Policy Fellow Family Homelessness Coalition Jennifer Pringle, Project Director Advocates for Children Victoria J. Pearson, CEO Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling Our objective for this panel was to make navigating shelter and homelessness with a child(ren) easier and promote greater engagement in the children’s education. While the panel was targeted towards families in shelter or currently experiencing homelessness, all stakeholders were invited. The Family Homelessness Coalition is composed of advocates, experts, and service providers dedicated to shining a light on family homelessness in NYC and advancing policy solutions to end this crisis. As fellows, we have lived through the challenges of homelessness. We work with FHC to push for a coordinated effort focused on the needs of children and their families experiencing housing instability as well as strengthen the partnership and collaboration with the community of families with experiences of homelessness. Email us to share your story or resources: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov

Join our first panel, “What Really Happens in Shelter: Education & Mental Health” which will be virtual (Zoom) on Thursday, August 11, 11am - 12:30pm.  Register here:  https://bit.ly/3csx8zf  We look forward to seeing you there!  Hear Our Voices was created by the Housing Policy Fellows of the Family Homelessness Coalition, lived experts of homelessness. We are presenting this panel to provide information and resources for children's education, mental health, and behavioral health while living in a shelter or experiencing homelessness. Please email NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com with any questions. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov Find the other Hear Our Voices podcast platforms: linktr.ee/nyc_hov  The Family Homelessness Coalition (FHC) is composed of advocates, experts, and service providers dedicated to shining a light on family homelessness in NYC and advancing policy solutions to end this crisis. As fellows we work with FHC to push for a coordinated effort focused on the needs of children and their families experiencing housing instability as well as strengthen the partnership and collaboration with the community of families with experiences of homelessness.

Register for the panel, "What Really Happens in Shelter: Education & Mental Health" on: http://bit.ly/3csx8zf Housing Housing Connect (https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/)   Search Lottery (https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/search-lotteries)  Furniture Ashley Furniture program: twin mattress, a bedframe, bedding, and a pillow.  https://www.ahopetodream.com/participating-homestores  Find a furniture bank  https://furniturebanks.org/furniture-banks/  Mental Health  Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com  Domestic Violence New Destiny Housing https://newdestinyhousing.org/  Resource Center: https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/ Family Justice Centers: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/ocdv/programs/family-justice-centers.page (includes locations and phone numbers).  24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-621-HOPE (4673) Safe Horizon Crime Victims Hotline: 1-866-689-HELP  SafeChat offer information, advocacy and support: https://www.safehorizon.org/safechat/   Other resources: https://www.safehorizon.org/am-i-being-abused/  Homelessness Prevention, Housing Services, Legal Services HELP USA https://www.helpusa.org  Phone: 212-779-3350 718-922-7980 Catholic Charities https://catholiccharitiesny.org/find-help  888-744-7900 Riseboro Housing (Mainly in Brooklyn communities) 718-366-3800 https://riseboro.org/  Hotline for Rental Assistance: 718-547-2800 Email: erap@riseboro.org  Coalition for the Homeless https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/  CFTH Crisis Intervention Hotline: 1-888-358-2384 Get Help: https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/get-help/  CFTH Resource Guide: https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/resource-guide/  CAMBA https://camba.org/programs/  Homebase: CAMBAHomebase@camba.org or call the following Brooklyn and Staten Island locations: * 1117 Eastern Parkway, 718-622-7323 * 1958 Fulton Street, 718-408-5756 * 2244 Church Avenue, 718-408-5766 * 120 Stuyvesant Place, 718-282-6473 * 209 Bay Street, 718-226-0496 CAMBA Emergency Food and Shelter Program -  20 Snyder Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11226 (718) 287-0010 Nazareth Housing 519 East 11th Street, NY, NY 10009 info@nazarethhousingnyc.org  (212) 777-1010 Education Advocates for Children  Education specialist helpline, Monday - Thursday 10am-4pm 866-427-6033 or send a message: https://www.advocatesforchildren.org/get_help/helpline/send_us_a_message  Students in Temporary Housing Tip Sheet: https://www.advocatesforchildren.org/sites/default/files/library/students_in_temporary_housing.pdf?pt=1   Spanish Version: https://www.advocatesforchildren.org/sites/default/files/library/students_in_temporary_housing_spanish.pdf?pt=1   Resources for Spanish-Speaking Families Committee for Hispanic Children and Families  Programs for underserved, low- and moderate- income children and families throughout NYC and the home-based child care providers. 212-206-1090 Ext: 355 or Ext: 310 Coalition for Hispanic Family Services Preventive Family Support Services  Franc Villalobos - fvillalobos@hispanicfamilyservicesny.org 

This week's episode features Alisa Kyle, Director of Housing and Stability at New Destiny Housing (role at time of recording). She shares resources within NYC for survivors of domestic violence and their children as well as the importance of long-term housing stability.  New Destiny Housing - https://newdestinyhousing.org/  Non-profit organization that provides housing and services to victims of domestic violence and their children and is committed to increase permanent housing options for domestic violence survivors by building affordable housing and improve their access to existing housing resources. New Destiny Housing Resource Center - https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/  Family Justice Centers - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/ocdv/programs/family-justice-centers.page (includes locations and phone numbers). Provides free services and confidential services by phone and in person for victims and survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.  24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-621-HOPE (4673) Provides services to connect families fleeing domestic violence who are at risk of homelessness to quality, affordable rental units in privately owned buildings and informs individuals about their housing options. HRA Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Support - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/domestic-violence-support.page NYC HOPE Resource Guide to help you or loved one experiencing domestic or gender-based violence - https://www1.nyc.gov/nychope/site/page/home 

This week, we are joined by NYC advocate Mirtha, who has been in the homelessness prevention space for nearly 14 years. She shares about the resources available in the city to help with eviction, legal services, homelessness prevention, rental assistance, and so much more. Riseboro Community Partnership (Mainly in Brooklyn communities) https://riseboro.org/ Hotline for Rental Assistance: 718-547-2800 Email: erap@riseboro.org Riseboro Resources: Affordable Housing - https://riseboro.org/program/housing-development/ Adult Education - https://riseboro.org/program/adult-basic-education-abe/ Caregiver Support - https://riseboro.org/program/caregiver-support-2/ Case Management - https://riseboro.org/program/case-management/ Homelessness Prevention Services - https://riseboro.org/program/homebase-homelessness-prevention/ Legal Services - https://riseboro.org/program/legal-services-leap/ Rental Assistance Program - https://riseboro.org/program/rental-assistance-program-erap/ Other Services - https://riseboro.org/services Homebase Program - Safety net for risk of homelessness Homebase Locations - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page Call 311 if at risk of eviction or homelessness. HRA Rental Assistance - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/rental-assistance.page Homelessness Prevention - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homelessness-prevention.page  Legal Assistance - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/legal-assistance.page One Shot Deal (Emergency Assistance) - https://access.nyc.gov/programs/one-shot-deal/ Supportive Housing - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/supportive-housing.page Section 8 - https://access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/ CityFHEPS - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page CityFHEPS Application Documents - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov Email us to share your story: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com

This week's episode features advocate Jacquelyn Simone, Policy Director at the Coalition for the Homeless (CFTH). The Coalition for the Homeless is an advocacy and direct service organization helping homeless individuals in New York City. Jacquelyn who proactively advocates to end homelessness in NYC describes the work of the organization and how policy analysis contributes to combatting homelessness.  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov Email us at: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com Coalition for the Homeless - https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/ CFTH Crisis Intervention Hotline: 1-888-358-2384 Domestic violence HOTLINE: 1-800-621-4673 Get Help - https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/get-help/ CFTH Resource Guide - https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/resource-guide/

In Part 2 of Shaindy's Story, NYC mom tells us more about her experience in shelter and with domestic violence (DV). Shaindy shares about what she would have changed for herself and her son, the past and current challenges they face due to housing instability and experience of DV, and what they are doing now to move forward.  Listen to Part 1: https://apple.co/3QWhGeE https://spoti.fi/3HZRlYW https://bit.ly/3Orosr4 Email us: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov NYC’s Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-621-HOPE (4673). This number is staffed 24/7. Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Support (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/prevention/domestic-violence.page) Safe Horizon Legal and Court Help (https://www.safehorizon.org/our-services/legal-and-court-help/) New Destiny Housing Resource Center (https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/) 

On this week's episode, we are joined by NYC mom Shaindy who shares about her experiences of family homelessness. Shaindy dives into how she lost her home, what it was like in shelter, and her child's experience in shelter. Listen to her story and the advice she has for other parents who may be at risk of homelessness particularly those experiencing domestic violence.  Stay tuned for Part 2 next week.  DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) Intake Center Families with children apply for shelter at PATH (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page) PATH Brochure (https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/dhs/downloads/pdf/path-brochure.pdf) CAMBA (https://camba.org/programs/) Includes programs such as housing stability, homelessness prevention, family and community support.  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @nyc_hov

Ms. Andere, CEO of Funders Together to End Homelessness, joins us to share about this national network of foundations and donors working to strategize grant making towards racial and housing justice. She dives into what housing justice means and how Funders Together is working towards housing racial justice. Follow Funders Together on Twitter: @funderstogether and check out their website: funderstogther.org. Follow Invisible People on Twitter: @invisiblepeople and check out invisiblepeople.tv.

NYC mom Jessica's story continues this week as she talks about what she went through experiencing eviction, getting housing, and the challenges she's had to face to get housing.  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov  Email us to share your story: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com

This week, Jessica joins us to tell us about how things were for her in the homelessness system and what is currently going on. Jessica has been on this journey since 2019, facing one of everyone's biggest fears: eviction. 

NYC advocate, Mildred, who helps with housing, supporting the families who enter the housing lottery, and works with the Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). She dives into how to apply for the lottery, NYC Housing Connect 2.0, and finding additional support. Housing Connect (https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/) Search Lottery (https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/search-lotteries) NYC HPD (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/index.page) About 311 (https://portal.311.nyc.gov/about-nyc-311/) Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @nyc_hov Email us to share your story or resources: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com

Elizabeth's journey ends with the third and final episode of this mini series. She has been unapologetic in shared her thoughts and experiences navigating New York City's homeless shelters and the system. Listen to her combat chronic homelessness and dive into the untold stories surrounding NYC's housing crisis.

The mini series, Elizabeth's Story, picks up this week as NYC mom continues to share her experience of homelessness as a mom of six. She dives into the administrative barriers with vouchers, challenges of searching for housing with a voucher, and how the changing environments and shelter experience negatively impacts and traumatizes families and especially the children.  Check out Part 1: https://apple.co/3wdHrip https://spoti.fi/3wdH9Xq https://bit.ly/3M5ZQ6d

NYC mom of six shares her experience in the shelter system and navigating housing subsidies. Elizabeth and her family faced many challenges including barriers to shelter eligibility, misinformation about the process of housing subsidies, and constant moving. Stay tuned for Part 2 next week! CityFHEPS - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page CityFHEPS FAQ - https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf Section 8 - https://access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/ Learn more about Section 8 - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/tenants.page Access HRA Apply or Login - https://a069-access.nyc.gov/accesshra/login About NYCHA - https://portal.311.nyc.gov/article/?kanumber=KA-01963 Apply here - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/eligibility/apply.page

We continue the conversation with advocate, Alissa Tyghter-Gerald, on navigating as a leaseholder. Host K-DiD and Alissa share key information that would be helpful for any current and future leaseholders. They dive into security deposits, rent payments, record keeping, home repairs, maintaining a relationship with property management/landlords, implications of different subsidies, right to counsel, and evictions. Learn more about the information shared at the links below - Calling 311 - https://portal.311.nyc.gov/about-nyc-311/ CityFHEPS - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page  CityFHEPS FAQ - https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf Section 8 - https://access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/ Access HRA Apply or Login - https://a069-access.nyc.gov/accesshra/login Homebase - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page Homebase Locations - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page  Right to Counsel law - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/mayorspeu/resources/right-to-counsel.page NYC Eviction information - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/eviction-prevention.page

Advocate, Alissa Tyghter-Gerald, joined Hear Our Voices to talk about what it means to be a leaseholder, sharing great information that may be helpful to those at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Click the links below to learn more about the information shared in this episode: CityFHEPS - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page CityFHEPS FAQ - https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf CityFHEPS Renewal FAQ - https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/CityFHEPS-Renewal-English-Renewal-FAQ.pdf FHEPS - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page FHEPS Fact Sheet - https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/FHEPS/HRA-146r-english.pdf Section 8 - https://access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/ Tenant protection laws, including preferential rent - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/other-housing-issues.page Access HRA Apply or Login - https://a069-access.nyc.gov/accesshra/login Homebase - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page Homebase Locations - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page Housing Connect - https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/

The final part of this mini series: Da Homeless Hero’s Story is here. In this episode, Shams, an NYC father with lived experience of homeless, shares about his collaboration with different stakeholders, including landlords and the Adams administration. He continues to emphasize the importance of empowering those at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness and ensuring they are a part of the conversations with key decision makers. Check out Part 1 on Apple, Spotify, Anchor  Check out Part 2 on Apple, Spotify, Anchor Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @nyc_hov Follow Shams on Instagram (@dahomelesshero) and Twitter (@homeless_hero) Vocal New York (https://vocal-ny.org/about-us/) Learn more about their work to end homelessness.  Urban Justice Center (https://www.urbanjustice.org/) Get help for legal services here Coalition for the Homeless (https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/) Find more information on getting assistance for eviction, disability rights, housing, food, and more here. 

NYC father Shams, Da Homeless Hero's story continues this week as he shares more about his work advocating for people experiencing homelessness. He emphasizes the need for housing to end homelessness and talks about his engagement with key decision-makers, including the Adams's Administration, to impact policy and help address issues related to homelessness. While Shams's unique lived experience going through foster care, being on the streets, the family shelter system with his son, and more, came with many challenges, he rose up to be a part of the inspiration in the fight to end homelessness. Stay tuned for the final part next week.  Follow Hear Our Voices on Twitter and Instagram: (@nyc_hov)  Follow Da Homeless Hero on Twitter (@homeless_hero) and Instagram (@dahomelesshero) 

We are kicking off Season 2 with Shams, Da Homeless Hero, someone who works to represent all who are experiencing homelessness. An NYC father shares his story experiencing homelessness as a child and as an adult with his son. Shams and his family has faced numerous challenges in the foster care and homelessness system and understands the trauma of homelessness. His lived experience is part of what fuels his continued fight to end homelessness and poverty. Da Homeless Hero's story continues next week, stay tuned!  Follow Hear Our Voices on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov  And follow Da Homeless Hero on Twitter (@homeless_hero) and Instagram (@dahomelesshero) Information on DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center: Families with children younger than 21 years of age. Pregnant women. Families with a pregnant woman. 151 East 151st Street Bronx, NY 10451 (718) 503-6400 Open 24 hours PATH Brochure English Booklet and Spanish Booklet on eligibility process and how to get help if determined “ineligible."

Hosted by Trinity Church Wall Street and the Family Homelessness Coalition.   In this conversation, you'll hear about the experiences of families facing housing insecurity in NYC and steps leaders must take to end this crisis. Hear Our Voices host Kadisha Davis, Rhonda Jackson, and Martha Avila — three women who will share their personal stories navigating the New York City shelter system and finding a permanent home — joined the discussion.   Moderated By: Jeanmarie Evelly, Executive Editor of City Limits   Speakers Include:  Kadisha Davis, FHC Fellow  Rhonda Jackson, FHC Fellow  Martha Avila, Community Member  Councilmember Stephen Levin   About FHC: The Family Homelessness Coalition was formed in 2017 and is comprised of 16 housing and family advocacy organizations that have aligned through the common goal of improving the experiences of families living in shelters and preventing homelessness among families in New York City.  Learn more about the coalition’s work here: https://fhcnyc.org/     About Trinity Church Wall Street: Trinity Church Wall Street has a centuries-long history of promoting and advocating for the general welfare of New Yorkers. Currently, their direct outreach focuses on ending mass incarceration, mass homelessness, and housing instability in New York City. Learn more about the Church’s fight for social justice here: https://trinitywallstreet.org/social-justice  Email us at NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov

In Episode 14: Stronger Communities, Ms. Williams shares her perspective as a principal for an elementary school on serving students, their families, and the community. Approximately 30% of Shine Shine 399’s students are in temporary housing and Ms. Williams partners with various groups and organizations in the community to go beyond making sure students pass a test and ensure the whole child is taken care of.In Episode 14: Stronger Communities, Ms. Williams shares her perspective as a principal for an elementary school on serving students, their families, and the community. Approximately 30% of Shine Shine 399’s students are in temporary housing and Ms. Williams partners with various groups and organizations in the community to go beyond making sure students pass a test and ensure the whole child is taken care of. Email us: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com  Twitter: https://twitter.com/nyc_hov IG: https://www.instagram.com/nyc_hov

Episode Description In this week’s episode, NYC mom Tina talks about some of the difficulties during the shelter application process at the Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing Office (PATH) located in the Bronx and her current homelessness experience. Tina and her twin sons applied and were determined ineligible multiple times. Host K-DiD shares additional resources for families at risk of currently experiencing homelessness. Find the details and links for the resources below. PATH: Applying for shelter 151 East 151st St Bronx, NY 718-503-6400 Applications processed 9am to 5pm Brochure Main webpage If determined ineligible, you can request a fair hearing - call 800-205-0110 or 800-342-3334. You can also send your request for a fair hearing via fax to 518-473-6735, or go in person to the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) at 14 Boerum Place, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, New York. Have your ineligibility notice with you. Section 8  About Section 8 Determine eligibility Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA) program FAQs SOTA documents About Homebase Provides homeless prevention services to New Yorkers experiencing housing instability and aftercare services for families and individuals exiting the shelter to permanent housing. Access HRA Resources on Homebase Homebase Locator -  Bronx Brooklyn Manhattan Queens Email us: NycHearOurVoices@gmail.com  Twitter: https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyc_hov 

Episode 12: Homelessness Prevention Programs and Services features advocate Grace Ruiz from CAMBA, a nonprofit organization that provides holistic social services, including homelessness prevention in New York. (https://camba.org). Grace shares information about Homebase, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Program Parachute, and more, which may be helpful to families at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness. Find additional details on the resources below. About Homebase Provides homeless prevention services to New Yorkers experiencing housing instability and aftercare services for families and individuals exiting the shelter to permanent housing. https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page https://access.nyc.gov/programs/homebase/ Homebase Locator - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page Find assistance and apply for SNAP, cash assistance, housing, employment, and other benefits. https://access.nyc.gov About Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/index.page HPD Affordable Housing - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/find-affordable-housing.page Report a Complaint (Safety issue, housing discrimination, tenant harassment) - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/report-a-housing-complaint.page About Section 8 - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/about-section-8.page About Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) - https://otda.ny.gov/programs/emergency-rental-assistance/ https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/new-york-emergency-rental-assistance-program-erap.page About Project Parachute Funds and Services for Tenants Experiencing Need (FASTEN) https://www.projectparachute.nyc HELP USA https://www.helpusa.org Phone: 212-779-3350 718-922-7980 Catholic Charities https://catholiccharitiesny.org/find-help 888-744-7900 Riseboro Housing https://riseboro.org/division/housing/ 718-366-3800 Eviction Hardship Declaration During the COVID-19 Pandemic Form https://nycourts.gov/eefpa/PDF/Residential_Eviction_Hardship_Declaration-English.pdf (ENGLISH) https://nycourts.gov/eefpa/ (Other languages available here)

I hope you have a good holiday and be safe. If you want to know about me you can at Homeless Shelter HELP/ TIPS / INFORMATION (Path-DHS) NYC: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk4Y56epYoXAK3_Co6y_NFTTEdjL329sJ

Episode 10: Aisha’s Story Part 2 is a continuation of our two-part series about an NYC mom who entered a shelter with her son while working as a case manager at a shelter. In this episode, Aisha talks about the financial challenges of living in a shelter which stem from how the system is structured, what she is doing to exit the shelter, and information that may be helpful for other families at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness. Check out Part 1 here: https://apple.co/3c1zqSF

In Episode 9: Aisha’s Story Part 1, an NYC mom currently residing in a shelter with her young son while also working in a shelter talks about applying for shelter, the experience in shelter, and how they are trying to exit. Aisha brings a unique perspective on homelessness in NYC to the table and will continue to share in Part 2 as her story continues next week for this two-part series. https://apple.co/3c1zqSF https://spoti.fi/3wBXRzE About applying for shelter at the DHS Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page About Homebase: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page Find a Homebase location near you: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page CityFHEPS Application Documents: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page CityFHEPS FAQ: https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf If you want to participate in the podcast, email NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com You can contact us at Nychearourvoices@gmail.com Twitter https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV?s=09 IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CT0Mg40r3t2/?utm_medium=share_sheet

In Episode 8: Don't Forget the Invisible People, Senior Editor/Reporter of City Limits David Brand dropped by to talk about homelessness and housing in NYC from the perspective of a journalist who previously worked as a licensed social worker. He shares about what he has observed throughout his work in social services as well as journalism, connecting with the people directly experiencing homelessness, and his thoughts on what we can do to address homelessness. CityFHEPS Application Documents: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page CityFHEPS FAQ: https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf About the Housing Our Neighbors with Dignity act (HONDA): https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/s5257 Summary: Provides a mechanism for the state to finance the purchase of distressed hotels and commercial office properties by the appropriate nonprofit organizations for the purpose of maintaining or increasing affordable housing. Check out David’s Twitter: twitter.com/davidfbrand Read David’s articles at citylimits.org/author/david-brand Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NYC_HOV Email us if you are interested in participating NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com

In Episode 7: Sara’s Story Part 2, we continue the two-part series where NYC mom Sara with lived experience of homelessness shares her powerful story about living in a hotel shelter and exiting with her baby and husband as an individual living with mental health conditions. Sara dives into the living experience in a hotel shelter, the process of applying for housing, where she is now, and shares more tips for families at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness. Additional Information: About Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH): https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page About Homebase: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page  Find a Homebase location near you: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page  Check out Sara’s YouTube episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcy6QcKxniY5dZPwKw8g24w/videos  CityFHEPS Application Documents: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page  CityFHEPS FAQ: https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf Affordable Housing Resources: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/affordable-housing.page  If you want to participate in the podcast, email NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com.  Follow us on social media!  Twitter: https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyc_hov/ 

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In Episode 6: Sara’s Story Part 1, we are joined by an NYC mom who was in a hotel shelter with her husband and son. She shares about their experience applying for shelter at the DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center, the application process, and when they first entered shelter. Sara gives tips that is based on her personal experience for other families who may be at risk of experiencing homelessness or in the process of applying. After two denials of entry, her family was finally approved. Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping next week, Wednesday October 7. Additional Information: About Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH): https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page  Check out Sara’s YouTube episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcy6QcKxniY5dZPwKw8g24w/videos    If you want to participate in the podcast, email NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com.  Follow us on social media!  Twitter: https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyc_hov/   

In Episode 5: We talk About CityFHEPS, we are joined by advocate Josefa Silva from Women In Need, Inc. (Win) who has been working in the non-profit sector on behalf of New York City’s lowest income children and families for over fifteen years. She shares about CityFHEPS, a New York City rental assistance program to help individuals and families find and keep housing administered by the Department of Social Services. We dive into the eligibility requirements, application process, common challenges faced, and changes needed. Check out some of the resources discussed on the episode:     CityFHEPS Application Documents: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page  CityFHEPS FAQ: https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf     How to Apply for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP): https://nysrenthelp.otda.ny.gov/en/Pages/18/how-to-apply-for-erap  ERAP FAQ: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/emergency-rental-assistance/faq.asp  Apply for ERAP: https://nysrenthelp.otda.ny.gov/en/ERAPApplication/StartOrResume  Find a Homebase location: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page   Project Parachute: https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5f63cb56c583edef0cceb2ed/5fad4e5e8a65fab41a09cd19_Project%20Parachute%20FAQ.pdf     To If you want toemail us you can at Nychearourvoices@gmail.comTwitter https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV?s=09 IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CT0Mg40r3t2/?utm_medium=share_sheet

Episode 4: Ally’s Story Part 2 picks up from where we left off last week, as Ally finishes telling us about her family’s experience in shelter, including what learning looked like for her son during COVID-19. Ally and her 9-year-old son entered a shelter after their home became completely inhabitable that led to a 3-year stay. In part 2, she begins to share about how they exited and where they are now.   If you want to email us you can at Nychearourvoices@gmail.com Twitter https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV?s=09 IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CT0Mg40r3t2/?utm_medium=share_sheet

In Episode 3.1: Ally’s Story Part 1, we are joined by a New York City mom who entered a shelter with her 9-year-old son after their home became completely inhabitable on a Tuesday at 2 a.m. that led to a night in the emergency room. She talks about their journey in the shelter system that lasted 3 years. Part 2 on their lives after shelter will be released next week so stay tuned!   If you want to email us you can at Nychearourvoices@gmail.com Twitter https://twitter.com/NYC_HOV?s=09 IG https://www.instagram.com/p/CT0Mg40r3t2/?utm_medium=share_sheet

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