Filters: Housing

Evictions Protections: Know Your Rights

Group: Right to Counsel NYC Coalition

Many COVID eviction protections expired in 2022. However, this Know Your Rights resource gives information about some protections that still exist and how to seek assistance to prevent eviction.
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing

Free Housing Legal Services & Eviction Prevention Program

Group: NAICA

Call 718-538-3344 Ext. 100 or 117, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. NAICA's primary focus is geared towards providing legal eviction prevention services to families and individuals who are working, receiving p...
(718) 538-3344
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing

Free Services for Residents of Upper Manhattan and the Bronx

Group: NMIC (Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation)

Call the hotline at 929-415-8970 to get assistance in a number of areas including a food pantry, tax preparation, unemployment insurance, benefits, housing, or immigration needs.
(929) 415-8970
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Food Housing

From Shelter to Apartment: A Guide to New York City's Department of Homeless Services

Group: Center for Urban Pedagogy

A foldout poster (English and Spanish versions) that breaks down people’s rights in homeless shelters and the different programs available to help them leave shelter and find affordable permanent hous...
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: Healthcare workers

Help for Seniors Accessing Benefits & Support

Group: Greenwich House

Call to make an appointment or find out about a regularly scheduled social work clinics. Connect with case managers for help to access benefits, including medical, financial, housing, and other needs;...
212-777-3555 ext. 119
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Food Housing Medical Additional Resource Libraries
Community Focus: Seniors and elders

Help with Eviction Prevention and Other Issues at POTS Legal Clinic

Group: POTS (Part of the Solution)

Speak with an attorney or legal advocate if you are behind on your rent or otherwise in danger of eviction, or for help accessing public benefits. POTS can also offer brief advice and referrals on oth...
(718) 220-4892
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: People with low-income/limited income

Help with Moving Expenses

Group: NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)

Assistance for HRA clients related to moving, including help with moving expenses, broker's fees, and NYCHA security deposits. See Special Grant Document Guide webpage for specific forms.
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: People with low-income/limited income

Homebase: Support for housing stability to avoid shelter entry

Group: NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)

Call 311 or visit nyc.gov/homebase to learn more about housing resources provided by the city of New York. Services include eviction prevention, assistance obtaining public benefits, employment search...
311
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: People with low-income/limited income

Homeownership assistance for low-to-moderate income families in Queens

Group: Neighborhood Housing Services of Queens CDC

Non-profit offering a variety of free and low-cost counseling and seminars to aid people in achieving and maintaining homeownership.
(718) 457-1017
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: Black/indigenous/people of color Youth Artists/freelancers/folks outside the formal economy Unemployed people Seniors and elders Service and low-wage workers People with low-income/limited income

Housing and Homelessness Prevention

Group: Queens Community House

Tenants can call 718-592-5757 ext. 243 or email jponder@qchnyc.org to get help applying for rent subsidies, negotiating lease renewals, getting apartment repairs, and forming tenant associations. Peop...
(718) 592-5757
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing

Housing Court Hotline

Group: Housing Court Answers

Call (212) 962-4795 Monday-Friday 9-5 for information about housing court procedures, landlord & tenant rules and regulations, enforcement of housing code violations, and referrals for free legal help...
(212) 962-4795
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: Black/indigenous/people of color People who use drugs Unemployed people People with low-income/limited income

Housing, Job Training, Wellness, and Advocacy Services for People with Mental Health Concerns

Group: Community Access

See website to connect to services. Community Access expands opportunities for people living with mental health concerns to recover from trauma and discrimination through affordable housing, training...
(212) 780-1400
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Housing
Community Focus: People with disabilities and chronic illnesses/immuno-compromised

Information About Housing Rights For City Residents

Group: NYC Commission on Human Rights

Information from the NYC Commission on Human Rights about what NYC Human Rights law covers in relation to housing discrimination including specific scenarios in which a complaint might be filed.
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: Parents/guardians/caregivers

Know Your Rights Resources on Shelters and Housing

Group: Coalition for the Homeless

Informative guides on the NYC shelter system, disability accommodations, and finding permanent housing.
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing

Legal, Financial, and Social Service Guidance

Group: Restoration Plaza

Contact customer service at 718-636-6994 or walk in to schedule an appointment at Restoration Plaza at the Financial Empowerment Center. Restoration provides a continuum of services from case manager...
(718) 636-6994
  • 20 Washington Square North New York NY 10011
Need Category: Housing

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