Shelter Resources

Emergency shelters, temporary housing programs, homelessness prevention services, and support resources available to individuals and families throughout New York City.

Shelter Services & Housing Support

Shelter programs provide temporary housing, emergency assistance, housing support services, and community resources for individuals and families experiencing housing instability.
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Emergency Shelters
Temporary shelter services that provide immediate housing, safety, and support for individuals and families in need.
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Temporary Housing
Short-term housing programs that help individuals and families transition toward stable and permanent housing.
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Housing Support Services
Case management, housing referrals, benefits assistance, and support programs that help residents secure long-term housing.
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Community Resources
Food assistance, healthcare referrals, employment resources, and community programs available through shelter networks and local organizations.

Program Overview

Shelter resources help individuals and families access emergency housing, temporary shelter programs, support services, and pathways toward permanent housing solutions.

  • Emergency shelter programs
  • Temporary housing services
  • Housing support assistance
  • Benefits enrollment support
  • Community resource referrals
  • Homelessness prevention services

Available Resources

Resources and services available through shelters, housing organizations, and community support programs throughout New York City.

  • Emergency shelter locations
  • Temporary housing programs
  • Housing counseling services
  • Benefits assistance programs
  • Food assistance resources
  • Community support services

Shelter Programs & Services

Emergency shelter information, temporary housing programs, support services, and community resources available throughout New York City.
Shelter Resources Directory

F.A.Q.

An emergency shelter provides temporary housing and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing emergencies.
Shelter services are available to eligible individuals, families, seniors, veterans, and others facing housing instability.
Many emergency shelter programs are provided at no cost to eligible participants.
Services may include housing assistance, benefits enrollment support, food programs, healthcare referrals, and case management.
Shelter information is available through city agencies, nonprofit organizations, community resource centers, and housing assistance programs.
Many shelter programs provide housing referrals, case management, and support services that help residents transition to long-term housing.

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