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Rental Assistance
Rental assistance programs provide monthly rent supplements to help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness move out of shelter and into stable housing, and also provide crucial support to remain in their homes and avoid eviction.
Households that are eligible for Cash Assistance must be receiving those benefits to qualify for some rental assistance programs. Learn more about Cash Assistance.
Rental Assistance Information
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I Am Currently in Shelter
The rental assistance programs below can support you and your family in transitioning to permanent housing.
- CityFHEPS (the City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement)
- Statewide CityFHEPS
- FHEPS (Family Homelessness Eviction Prevention Supplement)
- HUD-VASH Section 8 (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development-Veteran Administration Supportive Housing)
- Pathway Home
- SOTA (Special One-Time Assistance)
I am at risk of eviction or entering shelter
The rental assistance programs below can support you and your family in maintaining housing.
Resources
This guide lists the many resources that exist for New Yorkers looking for housing, such as rental assistance. It explains what Source of Income Discrimination is and how we can help. It also provides guidance on navigating the apartment search process.