Primary Need: Basic Necessities

  • New York Housing Resource Center for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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    An extensive source of information on important housing-related topics for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).

  • NY Connects

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    NY Connects is an online resource for parents and caregivers to go to for free, unbiased information about long term services and supports for people of all ages or with any type of disability. 

  • NY Connects

    NY Connects

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    An online resource for parents and caregivers to go to for free, unbiased information about long term services and supports for people of all ages or with any type of disability. 

  • Local Department of Social Services (DSS)

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  • Housing

    Housing

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    When you’re leaving care, one of the biggest things to plan for is housing. You may be asking yourself questions like, “Where will I live?” and “How will I afford my rent?” “Will I rent a whole apartment or just a room?” Will I move back home with my family?” First Things First Before choosing…

  • 211 or 311

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    Anyone can call 211 for specialists who help people find local services and assistance. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7. People in the New York City area can call 311 for more resources.

  • HEARS

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    The HEARS family line can help parents and families looking for services relating to food, clothing, housing, health care, child care, or parent education. Call 1-888-554-3277 for resources and referrals.

  • Housing and Support Services (HHS)

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    Housing and Support Services (HSS), supported by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), helps stabilize families experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing a place to live.

  • New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)

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    The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) provides eligible families with services and supports like:

  • myBenefits

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    myBenefits, supported by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), is an online portal that helps eligible New Yorkers apply for and manage benefits and assistance.