Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources (1)
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What to know if you need to apply for Temporary Assistance during COVID-19 (Video)
If you can't find work or aren't able to make enough money to make ends meet, or if you do not have enough food, or are homeless or worried about becoming homeless, there different types of temporary assistance that may be able to help you. This video is about different types of assistance. Content Detail
I want to know about my rights (3)
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General Information on Rights for the Homeless
Know Your Rights Information that covers: Single Adult Shelter System, Eligibility for Families with or without children, extreme temperatures, three quarter houses, public assistance, shelter conditions and disability accommodation. Content Detail
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Housing programs you may qualify for
Are you in need of housing? Content Detail
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I want to know about my rights in DHS shelters and housing options
This is a great resource to print and read about your rights in DHS shelters, what to do if your rights are violated, how to start looking for a permanent home, and how to get help along the way. Click the link to view and print this PDF. Content Detail
I want to know about education rights (5)
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Appeals to the Commissioner Involving Homeless Children and Youth
This site contains information about the regulations that govern appeals to the State Education Commissioner when there is a disagreement about enrollment, school selection or transportation for a homeless student. Content Detail
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McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC 11431
Go to the federal Education Department's website to read the text of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, which provides protections to homeless students. Content Detail
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NYS-TEACHS Publications
NYS-TEACHS Publications page lists a number of useful resources related to the rights of homeless students in New York. Content Detail
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Quick Tips for Parents and Guardians
An overview of rights and tips for McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act. Content Detail
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Rights of Homeless Students
This resource is a link to a web page on LawNY's website about the rights of homeless students (PreK-12). Content Detail
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I need emergency assistance (1)
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What You Should Know About Emergency Assistance and DSS/HRA
If you have an emergency and cannot afford to solve the problem, your local Department of Social Services (DSS) may be able to help. This resource answers six common questions on how you can get help. Content Detail
I need assistance for me and my family (3)
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Resources for homeless families in New York City
This is a link to information about the services that are available to homeless families from the NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA). Content Detail
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Homelessness Assistance
If you or someone you know is homeless, help is available! HUD, along with many other federal agencies, funds programs to help homeless people. Content Detail
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Public benefits for families in homeless shelters
If you live in a homeless shelter, this PDF can answer your questions about how much cash assistance and welfare benefits you can receive. Public benefits are different depending on which type of shelter you live in. Look through the pages to find answers for the type of shelter you live in. Content Detail
I am a veteran or currently serving (3)
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National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
HOMELESS VETERAN in NEED of HELP? Call 1-877-4AID VET (1-877-424-3838) The Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) has founded a National Call Center for Homeless Veterans hotline to ensure that homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness have free, 24/7 access to trained counselors Content Detail
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Homelessness Resource Exchange: Veteran Assistance
This web page is a one-stop spot for veterans, information on a 24 hour hotline, those who help veterans, find housing. Content Detail
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Assistance for Homeless Veterans
Information about what help is available to homeless veterans. Content Detail
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I am a single adult (1)
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Information on shelters for homeless single adults in New York City
If you are a single adult that is currently homeless in need of shelter, visit this page to find out where to go, what to expect, and how to get a hospital referral should you need one. Content Detail
I identify as LGBTQ (1)
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Transgender Rights and the Department of Homeless Services
The rights of transgender and gender nonconforming people living in homeless shelters. Content Detail
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I want to know about a one-shot deal (1)
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How to get a one-shot deal from HRA
This is a 3-page PDF that tells you how and where to apply for an emergency grant called a "one-shot deal." Content Detail
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