Hear Our Voices
By Hear Our Voices
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Hear Our Voices Jun 01, 2023
Housing and People Seeking Asylum in NYC
We welcome back Season 2 guest, Alissa, who most recently helped to build a resource center for asylum seekers who are seeking refuge. She shares about the challenges the people seeking asylum are facing, particularly the families with children, as well as the understaffed service providers and shelter providers. What is the trajectory and how long can NYC house and support the tens of thousands of people seeking asylum?
Email or DM us to share your story: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com
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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.
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
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Resources
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
Resources for Families Experiencing or At Risk of Homelessness
This week on the podcast, host K-DiD shares several resources for families.
Hear Our Voices TikTok, Twitter, Instagram account links can be found on Linktr.ee/nyc_hov
Resources Packet: https://bit.ly/40pB4p8
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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Follow Ashley on Instagram: @gold.order360photobooth
Resources
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
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.
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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/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
Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence.
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
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
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.
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Resources:
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/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
Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence.
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
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
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
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
Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence.
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
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.
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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
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.
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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
Happy holidays
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.
Revolving Door Back to Homelessness
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.
Resource packet NYC get help if you need it
Housing update|Happy Thanksgiving
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.
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
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
Domestic violence Bonus episode
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.
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.
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
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.
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/
EHV (Emergency Housing Voucher) Update
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. www1.nyc.gov/site/nycccoc/ehv/ehv.page www1.nyc.gov/assets/nycccoc/downloads/pdf/ehv-faqs.pdf 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
Yobana's Experience Navigating the Shelter System
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.
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://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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Nyomi Bethune, Lived Expert, Former Housing Policy Fellow
Jennifer Pringle, Project Director
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
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:
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.
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
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
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)
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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Combatting Homelessness
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.
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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/
Shaindy's Story Part 2
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:
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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/)
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.
Housing Justice
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.
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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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.
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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Elizabeth's Story Part 3
Elizabeth's Story Part 2
Check out Part 1:
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Elizabeth's Story Part 1
CityFHEPS - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page
CityFHEPS FAQ - www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf
Section 8 - access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/
Learn more about Section 8 - www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/section-8/tenants.page
Access HRA Apply or Login - a069-access.nyc.gov/accesshra/login
About NYCHA - portal.311.nyc.gov/article/?kanumber=KA-01963
Apply here - www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/eligibility/apply.page
Navigating Housing as a Leaseholder Part 2
Learn more about the information shared at the links below -
Calling 311 - portal.311.nyc.gov/about-nyc-311/
CityFHEPS - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page
CityFHEPS FAQ - www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf
Section 8 - access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/
Access HRA Apply or Login - a069-access.nyc.gov/accesshra/login
Homebase - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page
Homebase Locations - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page
Right to Counsel law - www1.nyc.gov/site/mayorspeu/resources/right-to-counsel.page
NYC Eviction information - www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/eviction-prevention.page
Navigating Housing as a Leaseholder Part 1
Click the links below to learn more about the information shared in this episode:
CityFHEPS - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps.page
CityFHEPS FAQ - www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf
CityFHEPS Renewal FAQ - www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/CityFHEPS-Renewal-English-Renewal-FAQ.pdf
FHEPS - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/fheps.page
FHEPS Fact Sheet - www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/FHEPS/HRA-146r-english.pdf
Section 8 - access.nyc.gov/programs/section-8/
Tenant protection laws, including preferential rent - www1.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/other-housing-issues.page
Access HRA Apply or Login - a069-access.nyc.gov/accesshra/login
Homebase - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page
Homebase Locations - www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page
Housing Connect - housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/
Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 3
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
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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.
Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 2
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Da Homeless Hero's Story Part 1
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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."
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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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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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
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.
Special One-Time Assistance (SOTA) program
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
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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)
Holiday Special: What I Am Thankful For
Aisha's Story Part 2
Aisha's Story Part 1
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.
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About applying for shelter at the DHS Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center: www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page
About Homebase: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page
Find a Homebase location near you: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page
CityFHEPS Application Documents: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page
CityFHEPS FAQ: www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf
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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
Sara's Story Part 2
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): www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page
About Homebase: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase.page
Find a Homebase location near you: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page
Check out Sara’s YouTube episodes here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCcy6QcKxniY5dZPwKw8g24w/videos
CityFHEPS Application Documents: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page
CityFHEPS FAQ: www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf
Affordable Housing Resources: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/affordable-housing.page
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The Way Home EVENT
Sara's Story Part 1
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): www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/shelter/families/families-with-children-applying.page
Check out Sara’s YouTube episodes here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCcy6QcKxniY5dZPwKw8g24w/videos
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City FHEPS with Updates
CityFHEPS Application Documents: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/cityfheps-documents.page
CityFHEPS FAQ: www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf
How to Apply for Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP): nysrenthelp.otda.ny.gov/en/Pages/18/how-to-apply-for-erap
ERAP FAQ: otda.ny.gov/programs/emergency-rental-assistance/faq.asp
Apply for ERAP: nysrenthelp.otda.ny.gov/en/ERAPApplication/StartOrResume
Find a Homebase location: www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page
Project Parachute: uploads-ssl.webflow.com/5f63cb56c583edef0cceb2ed/5fad4e5e8a65fab41a09cd19_Project%20Parachute%20FAQ.pdf
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