Hear Our Voices

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

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

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

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

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

https://www.fhcnyc.org/the-facts/

https://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

Apply to be an FHC fellow; Misconceptions of Homelessness and Shelters

Apply to be a Family Homelessness Coalition fellow! Learn more and apply here: https://www.fhcnyc.org/app/uploads/2023/09/2023-FHC-Housing-Policy-Fellowship-Job-Description-7-26-23.pdf

Check out the Portraits of Hope Documentary

https://www.fhcnyc.org/portraits-of-hope/

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

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

Learn about the facts on family homelessness in NYC

Fact Sheet

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

https://www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/BK-9-SOI-NewGuideForRenters.pdf
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 also known as Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program

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

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

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

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

Domestic Violence

Family Justice Centers - Provides free services and confidential services by phone and in person for victims and survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

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)

⁠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://newdestinyhousing.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

New Destiny Housing⁠

646-472-0262

⁠New Destiny Housing Resource Center⁠ - ⁠https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/⁠

Womankind (specialize in working with Asian survivors) - 1-888-888-7702

⁠WomensLaw Legal Information on Restraining Orders⁠

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

Check out other resources: ⁠bit.ly/40pB4p8⁠

Bonus Episode: Resources and HOV Update

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

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

Check out resources: bit.ly/40pB4p8

Apply for the FHC Housing Policy Fellowship role!

Job Description: bit.ly/3sJRdJL

Shelter is Not a Solution to Homelessness Part 3

In the last part of this series, John and K-DiD talk about barriers to affordable housing for all. They dive into the mortgage interest subsidy benefits, a tax credit for homeowners, vs. rental subsidies for renters as well as public perception of these programs.

Don't forget to check out parts 1 and 2!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

https://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

Gina de new destiny y su role en violencia domestica

En este episodio estamos con Gina Cappuccitti y ella trabaja con nuevo destino (new destiny). Ella habla en como llego a su puesto de trabajo y las oportunidades y servicios que su grupo brindan a la comunidad de nueva york. Ella nos dice como la violencia domestica affectan a mucho de los residentes de Nueva York. Ella tambien nos habla de un programa que se llama EHP (programa de vivienda de ermegencias) es un tipo de seccion 8 que fue lanzado por el American Rescue Plan (el plan de rescate americano) en el 2021. En este tiempo hubo una ola de vale de viviendas que fue abierta por referidos en Nueva York hubo 8,000 vales de viviendas y 1,268 que fue destinados a victimas de violencia domestica ques estaban ulliendo de una situacion de violencia domestica. Ella menciona que brindan apoyo con otros servicios para que que esten mas estables y con la ayuda de hpd (departamneto de vivienda preventacion) y hra (la oficina de welfare) que le puede dar una ayuda. Aunque en en el momento los vale de vivienda no estan recibiendo mas referido. ademas de todo, ella tambien menciona housing link. Housing link es un realojamiiento rapido.

Shelter is Not a Solution to Homelessness Part 2

In part 2 of this series, John, an advisor and advocate on homelessness and housing issues continues to share about his work and the need for a system that helps people get safe permanent quality affordable home.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

https://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

We are Hiring

We have exciting news! The Family Homelessness Coalition is looking for a new Fellow to support the work planned for the 2023-2024 program year. We are looking for a dynamic individual with lived experience in the homeless system to join our coalition as leaders in setting the agenda for positive change in eviction prevention, shelter services, housing supports and more. This is a paid, part time position that pays $35 per hour for 12 hours a week. Click here for more information and a link to the application, https://www.fhcnyc.org/fhc-fellows/ Follow us on our social media https://linktr.ee/nyc_hov/?fbclid=PAAaYZ5mm780FZoFKw9wdI4ey_LFzFAuZtE3t0IsLoOAF9cKY01SUXoVsIx9w

Shelter is Not a Solution to Homelessness

An advisor and advocate on issues related to homelessness and housing, John shares his personal story about experiencing housing instability as a child and how he was propelled to work on changing the system of affordable and stable housing.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

https://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

NYC Advocate for Safe and Affordable Housing

This week, we are joined by Jessica Katz, an advocate for safe and affordable housing. In her most recent role as the NYC Chief Housing Officer, the number one priority was to ensure those impacted by homelessness were helping to craft the housing and homelessness policies.

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

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

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

About Housing Connect

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

About Housing Lotteries

NYC Housing Connect

https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/

https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/housing-connect-rentals.page

Affordable Housing Income Guide

https://www.nyc.gov/assets/hpd/downloads/pdfs/services/income-guide-english.pdf

NYS Housing Lotteries

https://hcr.ny.gov/lotteries

About Supportive Housing

https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/supportive-housing.page

⁠ABC's of Healthy Relationships ⁠

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 income 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

new destiny (nuevo destino) with Gabriela Sandoval

En este episodio conversamos con Gabbi Sandoval Requena, representante de New Destiny Housing. Gabbi nos cuenta sobre la misión de su organización en promover acceso a la vivienda permanente para víctimas de violencia doméstica en la ciudad de Nueva York. Conversamos sobre como la violencia domestica lleva a miles de familias con menores de edad al sistema de albergues de la ciudad año a año, además de los programas de ayuda disponibles para que las víctimas puedan reconstruir sus vidas, libres de abuso.

Domestic Violence and Homelessness Part 2

This week continues with Gabbi, Director of Policy and Communications at New Destiny Housing. New Destiny 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.

HPD's Extremely Low & Low-Income Affordability (ELLA) Program

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

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

Hear Our Voices Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes Panel on ⁠YouTube⁠

Resources:

New Destiny Housing

https://newdestinyhousing.org/

646-472-0262

New Destiny Housing Resource Center - https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/

Family Justice Centers - Provides free services and confidential services by phone and in person for victims and survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

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)

⁠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.

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

⁠WomensLaw Legal Information on Restraining Orders⁠

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

⁠⁠15-15 Initiative⁠

Domestic Violence and Homelessness Part 1

We are joined by the Director of Policy and Communications at New Destiny Housing, Gabriela. New Destiny 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.

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

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

Hear Our Voices Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes Panel on ⁠YouTube⁠

15-15 Initiative

Resources:

New Destiny Housing

https://newdestinyhousing.org/

646-472-0262

New Destiny Housing Resource Center - https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/

Family Justice Centers - Provides free services and confidential services by phone and in person for victims and survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

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)

⁠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.

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

⁠WomensLaw Legal Information on Restraining Orders⁠

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

Challenges in the Domestic Violence System Part 2

In this week’s episode, NYC mom Lilly continues to share her story after experiencing domestic violence. She talks about overcoming her fears as well as what she is working on and what she is working towards, including self care and getting her GED.

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

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

Hear Our Voices Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes Panel on ⁠YouTube⁠

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.

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

⁠WomensLaw Legal Information on Restraining Orders⁠

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

Juan Diaz en la vida con CCC/ Juan Diaz in the life of CCC

en este episodio tenemos a Juan Diaz que es parte de la CCC (citizen's committee for children, el comité de ciudadanos para niños) el nos hablas de su trabajo y como el puede ayudar a la comunidad y las personas que están en el albergue. el nos dice también de su vida y como empezó en su trabajo.

Challenges in the System Addressing Domestic Violence

NYC mom Lilly joins us to share her story experiencing domestic violence - physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. While the abuser was incarcerated for the abuse and after his release, he continued to harass Lilly, even though she an order of protection. The system addressing domestic violence in NYC must be improved.

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

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

Hear Our Voices Domestic Violence Through Our Eyes Panel on YouTube

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.

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

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Talkitoutcounselingservices@gmail.com

GIVEAWAY RULES

Thus us the links to all our media https://linktr.ee/nyc_hov TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR HEAR OUR VOICES JUNE 2023 1. For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, "The Promoter" refers to Hear Our Voices whose Instagram and Twitter handle is @nyc_hov and TikTok handle is @hearourvoices_. The "Prize" refers to one (1) $150.00 gift card to dine at a restaurant. Winner will select the restaurant from list provided by The Promoter. 2. By entering the contest, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. All “entries” must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 28, 2023. One (1) winner in New York City living in a shelter for families with children will be selected at random by The Promoter on June 30, 2023, and the winner will be notified on or after this date. 3. The Promotor’s giveaway with entry via Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok are open only to residents of a shelter for families with children in New York City. One (1) winner will be chosen at random from all entrants and across all platforms. 4. No purchase is necessary. Winners will not be required to pay to enter the giveaway. 5. Entrants must be over 18 years old on the date of their entry. 6. Employees or volunteers of The Promoter are not eligible to enter. 7. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok are not in any way affiliated or involved in the giveaway. 8. Only one entry per family will be accepted. 9. Each entrant shall enter the giveaway via Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok by following Hear Our Voices (Instagram and Twitter handle is @nyc_hov, TikTok username is @hearourvoices_) or Facebook by joining the Hear Our Voices group AND sending a Direct Message. If the entrant is already following The Promoter on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok or has already joined the Promoter’s Facebook group, each entrant shall enter the giveaway by hitting “Like” on at least one post and sending a Direct Message. 10. The Prize will be awarded to a randomly selected winner who has entered on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook using a random number generator. The Promoter will not be held liable if the named prize becomes unavailable or cannot be fulfilled. 11. The Promoter will not be held liable for any failure of receipt of entries. The Promoter takes no responsibility for any entries which are lost, delayed, illegible, corrupted, damaged, incomplete, or otherwise invalid. 12. To the extent permitted by applicable law, The Promoter’s liability under or in connection with the giveaway or these terms and conditions shall be limited to the cost price of the Prize in question. 13. To the extent permitted by applicable law, The Promoter shall not be liable under or in connection with these terms and conditions, the competition or any Prize for any indirect, special or consequential cost, expense, loss or damage suffered by a participant even if such cost, expense, loss or damage was reasonably foreseeable or might reasonably have been contemplated by the participant and the promoter and whether arising from breach of contract, tort, negligence, breach of statutory duty or otherwise. 14. Prizes are non-negotiable, non-transferable, and non-refundable. No cash alternative is available. Where a Prize becomes unavailable for any reason, the promoter reserves the right to substitute that prize for a prize of equal or higher value. 15. In addition to verification of residency in a shelter for families with children in NYC, the name, address, email address, and phone number of the winning family’s head of household must be provided to The Promoter to enable fulfilment of the Prize. 16. In the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond The Promoter’s reasonable control, the promoter reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the giveaway or these terms and conditions, either in whole or in part, with or without notice. 17. The Promoter's decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into.

Housing and People Seeking Asylum in NYC Part 2

In part two of "Housing and People Seeking Asylum," Alissa continues to share about the challenges the people seeking asylum are facing. Alissa and host K-DiD also talk about the various issues related to housing instability and the homelessness crisis in NYC.

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

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

Resources Packet: https://bit.ly/40pB4p8

GIVEAWAY for June 2023

You can follow us on our other socials https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NaKhB4tX3IRPmDxdNxPjv5dYUd1r5BI6/mobilebasic

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

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

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

Hear Our Voices Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, 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

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.

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

Follow Ashley on ⁠Instagram⁠: @gold.order360photobooth

Resources

https://healinghandsint.com/

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

Safe Horizon

Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence.

https://sanctuaryforfamilies.org/get-help/

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-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

https://healinghandsint.com/

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.

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/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://sanctuaryforfamilies.org/get-help/

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-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

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

Safe Horizon

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

https://youtu.be/_9FRoM-hG1w

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.

Follow us on social media:

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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.

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

Happy holidays

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

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

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.

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

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

Housing update|Happy Thanksgiving

Thanks for listening. If you need any resources,or link to our other social media you can go to the link below. https://linktr.ee/nyc_hov

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

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

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

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

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. https://portal.311.nyc.gov/report-problems/ 311 is a non-emergency hotline that New Yorkers can use to gain information throughout the five boroughs and make complaints. You can report a shelter for violations through 311. You can call 311 directly or place a report online. https://www1.nyc.gov/site/nycha/about/contact.page NYCHA has a non-emergency hotline for NYCHA residents, section 8 voucher holders, and applicants. You can contact the hotline and connect with a customer care representative who could provide status updates on an application.

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

Family Homelessness Coalition

Nyomi Bethune, Lived Expert, Former Housing Policy Fellow

Family Homelessness Coalition

Jennifer Pringle, Project Director

Advocates for Children

Victoria J. Pearson, CEO

Talk It Out Mental Health Counseling

Our objective for this panel was to make navigating shelter and homelessness with a child(ren) easier and promote greater engagement in the children’s education. While the panel was targeted towards families in shelter or currently experiencing homelessness, all stakeholders were invited.

The Family Homelessness Coalition is composed of advocates, experts, and service providers dedicated to shining a light on family homelessness in NYC and advancing policy solutions to end this crisis. As fellows, we have lived through the challenges of homelessness. We work with FHC to push for a coordinated effort focused on the needs of children and their families experiencing housing instability as well as strengthen the partnership and collaboration with the community of families with experiences of homelessness.

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

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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:

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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.

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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.

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)

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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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:

https://apple.co/3QWhGeE

https://spoti.fi/3HZRlYW

https://bit.ly/3Orosr4

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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.

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

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 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.

Elizabeth's Story Part 2

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

Elizabeth's Story Part 1

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

Navigating Housing as a Leaseholder Part 2

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

Navigating Housing as a Leaseholder Part 1

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

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

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

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! Follow Hear Our Voices on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov And follow Da Homeless Hero on Twitter (@homeless_hero) and Instagram (@dahomelesshero) Information on DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center: Families with children younger than 21 years of age. Pregnant women. Families with a pregnant woman. 151 East 151st Street Bronx, NY 10451 (718) 503-6400 Open 24 hours PATH Brochure English Booklet and Spanish Booklet on eligibility process and how to get help if determined “ineligible."

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

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.