What is transitional housing NYC?
Our Transitional Housing Programs sites operate single adult male and female facilities providing high-quality social and residential services to homeless men and women referred by the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS).
How do I get emergency housing in NYC?
If you are currently homeless or at-risk of homelessness please contact your local Department of Social Services. If you are located in New York City (NYC), please call 311 or visit the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) where there is information on intake centers, prevention programs, etc.
What housing resources are available to the Lgbtq community in NYC?
1) Covenant House. Covenant House offers shelter and housing assistance to youths experiencing homelessness.
How do I find a homeless shelter in NYC?
If you are a homeless family, a single pregnant woman, or a single adult, you can apply to enter the shelter system at an intake center. You can also get assistance if you are about to become homeless. If you would like to speak to a counselor, 311 can give you the address of your local HomeBase office.
Who is eligible for supportive housing NYC?
Eligibility. A person is eligible for DOHMH supportive housing if they are an individual or family that is chronically homeless, and has a mental illness and/or a substance use disorder.
How long does it take to get supportive housing in NYC?
It can take several weeks or months to find appropriate housing, as there are a limited number of vacancies in the system and searching for supportive housing can be very time consuming.
What Housing programs are available in NYC?
The following resources are available to support individuals and families in need of affordable housing or homelessness prevention resources….NYC Rental Supplement Programs
- Living in Communities (LINC) Rental Assistance Program.
- CITYFEPS Rent Supplement Program.
- SEPS Rent Supplement Program.
- Pathway Home.
Who qualifies supported living?
Supported living is available for people over 18 years old with an assessed need such as a learning disability, or mental health needs. If you believe supported living is right for you, please contact the Access to Adult Social Care team. We can provide/ arrange services for you but there are other ways to get support.
How can a homeless person get a physical address?
Go to a Community Service Agencies. There may be community service agencies in your area that offer postal services for homeless. You will need to register with the agency, then sign up for the mailing service. To find out if there is an agency in your area that offers postal services, try calling United Way at 2-1-1.