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Learn the basics (5)
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If you do not speak english and go to the Department of Homeless Services...
You are entitled to free language assistance. Learn more! Content Detail
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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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Additional help
17 less common questions on help for the homeless answered. If you are undocumented, outside NYC, problems with NYCHA, etc. Content Detail
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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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I Need Housing
Are you in need of housing? Content Detail
Education rights of homeless children (8)
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Short Guide to the Educational Rights of Children and Youth Living in Temporary Housing in New York State
This guide provides more detailed information about the rights of students experiencing homelessness, as well as useful contact information. Content Detail
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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
Homeless students (PreK-12) are guaranteed access to a free appropriate public education under the McKinney-Vento Act. This article is a brief description of that Act and answers frequently asked questions regarding homeless students, for example, "Who decides where homeless students will attend school?" and "Who is responsible for transportation of homeless students?" Read more here. Content Detail
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Short Guide to the Educational Rights of Children and Youth in Temporary Housing in New York City
Advocates for Children's guide to the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act for students in New York City. This guide provides more detailed information about the rights of students experiencing homelessness, as well as useful contact information. Content Detail
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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
Emergency assistance for rent (3)
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What is emergency assistance and how can I get it?
A description of emergency financial assistance programs both for households that receive public assistance, and those that do not. Read More
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Emergency Rental Assistance
There are grants to help you avoid being evicted. Use this resource to find out if you are eligible to receive emergency rental assistance. Content Detail
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How to get a one-shot deal from HRA
Three common questions answered regarding Emergency Grants or Rent Arrears Grants. Read More
Homeless families (6)
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Homeless: Family Services
Information from the City for homeless families on where to go for help, who is eligible for assistance and what to bring. Content Detail
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Guide for families applying for shelter at the new PATH center
A 7 page Legal Aid handout for families applying for shelter at the new PATH. Final page is a fax cover sheet that clients, advocates, doctors and others can use to fax information into PATH on behalf of a family. Content Detail
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Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) Guide
Guide about the range of services available at PATH for homeless families. Content Detail
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Homeless Families: Know Your Rights! What To Do If Found Ineligible For Shelter
Explains what to do if the City does not give you shelter when you re-apply. 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
Homeless veterans (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 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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Homeless (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 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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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
Homeless single adults (1)
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Homeless: Single Adult Services
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
