As the new Chief Executive Officer of HousingPlus, I wanted to take some time today to share with our friends and supporters my perspective on where we are, where we’re going, and how I see my role fitting into the story.
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A Brief Overview of NYC Tenants’ Rights
A Perspective on Tenants’ Rights, from a HousingPlus Tenant Tenants may not always be aware of their power or all of their rights. We recently sat down with HousingPlus tenant Beryl to discuss some of the major things she believes tenants may be unaware of. Beryl is an advocate for tenants; she encourages others to […]
Understanding common terms in the New York City low-income housing landscape
Between the multiple programs, acronyms, and changing options, it can be easy to be confused about affordable housing options in New York City. As a large metropolis, New York City has more specialized programs and, therefore, many acronyms and terms that you may hear in the dialogue around housing for low-income families or families that have or are at risk of experiencing homelessness.
This post will help our readers better understand the most common programs and specialized terms in the housing landscape in NYC. We’ll also attempt to give the quickest plain-language explanation of who is eligible for different programs and link to additional resources.
Centering the Person
We work with women where they are, recognizing the importance of a home as a stabilizing force even if someone struggles with other barriers. Person-first and person-centered language is important as we work to emphasize the dignity and humanity of our clients continually.