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Hear Our Voices shares stories about family homelessness in New York City and resources and information for families at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness, working towards bringing about change in the system addressing homelessness, including shelters. If you are interested in participating in this podcast, please reach out to NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com.

Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov
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Housing and People Seeking Asylum in NYC

Hear Our Voices Jun 01, 2023

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Housing and People Seeking Asylum in NYC
Jun 01, 202335:22
Yobana Ruiz y sus triunfos (and her triumphs)

Yobana Ruiz y sus triunfos (and her triumphs)

hoy en este episodio tenemos a una person que estaba en el shelter y con mi ayuda ella pudo salir. El proceso fue un poco difícil pero pudo salir.

May 24, 202323:44
Introducing Spanish Host and Lived Expert Lurden Corona

Introducing Spanish Host and Lived Expert Lurden Corona

Hear Our Voices Host K-DiD introduces Lurden Corona who will be hosting the newly added monthly Spanish episodes of Hear Our Voices. Considering the significant number of Spanish-speaking families with children experiencing homelessness and the increase in migrant families entering NYC and seeking shelter, it is important share their stories as well as develop and ensure access to resources in Spanish. 


Email or DM us to share your story: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com 


Hear Our Voices  TwitterInstagramFacebook, TikTok 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 Instabilityhttps://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf   

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com


Housing Vouchers

Section 8https://www.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/about-section-8.page 

CityFHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page 

FHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page 

Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA)
https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/sota.page 


Check out other resources: bit.ly/40pB4p8

May 17, 202316:59
Resources for Families Experiencing or At Risk of Homelessness
May 03, 202311:10
Lurden Corona (una experta en familia sin hogar)

Lurden Corona (una experta en familia sin hogar)

En este episodio de hear our voices (escucha nuestra voces) es de un joven que pasó mucho para poder salir adelante con su hijo. Ella se llama Lurden Corona y es parte de la coalición de familia sin hogar. A pesar de tener una hija mayor y no poder esta con ella pudo sacar a su hijos a delante. Ella habla de las razones porque entro a un albergue con su hijo. Y a donde esta ella ahora. Esperamos que con esto pueda ayudar a alguien.  

Apr 26, 202312:12
Challenges Living in Shelter Part 3

Challenges Living in Shelter Part 3

In the last part of this series, Ashley shares more about how her son was impacted experiencing housing instability, the impact on her own mental health, and words of encouragement to others who may have similar experiences. 


Hear Our Voices TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on Linktr.ee/nyc_hov


Follow Ashley on ⁠Instagram⁠: @gold.order360photobooth


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 Instabilityhttps://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf   

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

Housing Vouchers

Section 8https://www.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/about-section-8.page 

CityFHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page 

FHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page 

Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA)
https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/sota.page 


Check out other resources: bit.ly/40pB4p8



Apr 19, 202319:02
Challenges Living in Shelter Part 2

Challenges Living in Shelter Part 2

In the 2nd part to this series, NYC mom Ashley continues to talk about her experiences living in shelter in two different times of her life as well as searching for housing that was affordable and livable.


Hear Our Voices TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on Linktr.ee/nyc_hov


Follow Ashley on ⁠Instagram⁠: @gold.order360photobooth


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 Instabilityhttps://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf   

About Source of Income Discriminationhttps://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 8https://www.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/about-section-8.page 

CityFHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page 

FHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page 

Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA)
https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/sota.page 


Check out other resources: bit.ly/40pB4p8


Apr 12, 202323:56
Challenges Living in Shelter Part 1

Challenges Living in Shelter Part 1

NYC mom Ashley joins us this week to share about the challenges she and her family faced living in shelter, particularly during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.


Hear Our Voices TikTok, Twitter, IG account links can be found on Linktr.ee/nyc_hov


Follow Ashley on ⁠Instagram⁠: @gold.order360photobooth


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 Instabilityhttps://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf   

About Source of Income Discriminationhttps://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 8https://www.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/about-section-8.page 

CityFHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page 

FHEPShttps://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page 

Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA)
https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/sota.page 


Check out other resources: bit.ly/40pB4p8

Apr 05, 202317:48
Voice of an Advocate and Lived Expert of Homelessness and DV Part 3

Voice of an Advocate and Lived Expert of Homelessness and DV Part 3

In this final part of the series, Alida and host K-DiD talk about the prevalence and underreporting of violence, including domestic violence. They discuss the importance of being careful, staying vigilant, especially in public, and educating children about safe boundaries. 

F

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


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


Mar 29, 202320:44
Voice of an Advocate and Lived Expert of Homelessness and DV Part 2

Voice of an Advocate and Lived Expert of Homelessness and DV Part 2

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

Mar 22, 202321:04
Voice of an Advocate and Lived Expert of Homelessness and DV

Voice of an Advocate and Lived Expert of Homelessness and DV

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

Mar 15, 202320:11
Barriers to Finding Housing When You Have A Voucher Part 2

Barriers to Finding Housing When You Have A Voucher Part 2

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

Mar 08, 202335:42
Barriers to Finding Housing When You Have A Voucher

Barriers to Finding Housing When You Have A Voucher

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 


Mar 01, 202324:16
Happy holidays
Dec 28, 202201:56
Revolving Door Back to Homelessness PT.2

Revolving Door Back to Homelessness PT.2

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. 

Dec 21, 202236:36
Revolving Door Back to Homelessness

Revolving Door Back to Homelessness

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.
Dec 14, 202231:51
The Landlords Point of View

The Landlords Point of View

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.

Dec 07, 202201:16:37
Resource packet NYC get help if you need it
Nov 30, 202205:19
Housing update|Happy Thanksgiving
Nov 24, 202202:19
90-Day Rule Impacting Families: Part 2

90-Day Rule Impacting Families: Part 2

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.  


Nov 23, 202232:27
90-Day Rule Impacting Families

90-Day Rule Impacting Families

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

Nov 16, 202222:48
Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes Panel

Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes Panel

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




Nov 09, 202201:28:39
Domestic violence Bonus episode
Oct 31, 202201:33
Season 2 Episode 27: Life Within a Domestic Violence Shelter PT 2

Season 2 Episode 27: Life Within a Domestic Violence Shelter PT 2

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.

Oct 26, 202237:55
Life Within a Domestic Violence Shelter

Life Within a Domestic Violence Shelter

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.

Oct 19, 202224:50
Domestic Violence Resources in NYC

Domestic Violence Resources in NYC

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

Oct 12, 202244:57
Mental Health Within the Shelter System

Mental Health Within the Shelter System

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.

Oct 05, 202250:25
What is a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Shelter?

What is a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Shelter?

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/

Sep 28, 202243:08
EHV (Emergency Housing Voucher) Update
Sep 23, 202208:05
Yobana's Experience Navigating the Shelter System

Yobana's Experience Navigating the Shelter System

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.
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.
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.
Sep 21, 202246:60
Season 2 Episode 22: The Housing Crisis from the Eyes of a Policy Advocate

Season 2 Episode 22: The Housing Crisis from the Eyes of a Policy Advocate

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.

Sep 14, 202259:27
Season 2 Episode 21: The Homeless Community Seeking Medical Care

Season 2 Episode 21: The Homeless Community Seeking Medical Care

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.

Sep 07, 202226:13
Season 2 Episode 20: Living Conditions in a Shelter

Season 2 Episode 20: Living Conditions in a Shelter

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.

Aug 31, 202223:33
Season 2 Episode 19: Health And Housing Stability

Season 2 Episode 19: Health And Housing Stability

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.

Aug 24, 202221:14
Hear Our Voices Presents What Really Happens in Shelter Panel

Hear Our Voices Presents What Really Happens in Shelter Panel

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.


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Aug 17, 202201:16:00
Hear Our Voices Upcoming Panel

Hear Our Voices Upcoming Panel

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.
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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.

Aug 10, 202201:55
Resources in NYC

Resources in NYC

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 

Aug 03, 202219:20
Resources for Domestic Violence & Housing Stability

Resources for Domestic Violence & Housing Stability

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 

Jul 27, 202237:53
Programs and Services for Homelessness Prevention

Programs and Services for Homelessness Prevention

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


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Jul 20, 202242:33
Combatting Homelessness
Jul 13, 202245:51
Shaindy's Story Part 2
Jul 06, 202226:06
Shaindy's Story Part 1

Shaindy's Story Part 1

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. 


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Jun 29, 202216:41
Housing Justice
Jun 22, 202231:16
Jessica's Story Part 2

Jessica's Story Part 2

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. 


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Jun 15, 202222:34
Jessica's Story Part 1

Jessica's Story Part 1

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. 

Jun 08, 202232:31
About Housing Connect and Lottery

About Housing Connect and Lottery

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/)

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Email us to share your story or resources: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com

Jun 01, 202228:05
Elizabeth's Story Part 3

Elizabeth's Story Part 3

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.
May 25, 202239:39
Elizabeth's Story Part 2
May 18, 202225:41
Elizabeth's Story Part 1
May 11, 202220:50
Navigating Housing as a Leaseholder Part 2
May 04, 202229:49
Navigating Housing as a Leaseholder Part 1
Apr 27, 202226:45
Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 3
Apr 20, 202221:03
Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 2

Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 2

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.

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Apr 13, 202232:07
Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 1

Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 1

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!
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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."
Apr 06, 202221:17
Home for the Holidays: Ending Family Homelessness in NYC

Home for the Holidays: Ending Family Homelessness in NYC

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 

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Dec 22, 202157:30
Stronger Communities

Stronger Communities

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.

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Dec 15, 202123:03
Tina's Story

Tina's Story

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

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Dec 08, 202118:17
Homelessness Prevention Resources

Homelessness Prevention Resources

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)

Dec 01, 202149:03
Holiday Special: What I Am Thankful For
Nov 24, 202106:55
Aisha's Story Part 2
Nov 17, 202131:12
Aisha's Story Part 1
Nov 10, 202121:27
Don't Forget the Invisible People

Don't Forget the Invisible People

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

Nov 03, 202130:46
Sara's Story Part 2
Oct 27, 202143:39
The Way Home EVENT

The Way Home EVENT

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Oct 26, 202103:03
Sara's Story Part 1
Oct 20, 202131:42
City FHEPS with Updates
Oct 13, 202136:32
Ally's Story Part 2
Oct 06, 202124:44
Ally's Story Part 1
Sep 29, 202133:53
Impact of Homelessness on Education
Sep 22, 202137:52
Hear Our Voices with Host K-Did
Sep 15, 202114:16
Welcoming you to our new Podcast
Sep 13, 202101:03