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Homebase Homelessness Prevention

Agency: NYC Dept. of Homeless Services (DHS) via nonprofit providers

Free

In short

Case management, help with arrears/One-Shot, landlord mediation, CityFHEPS/FHEPS links, job help. NYC residents at imminent risk of homelessness.

What you get
Case management, help with arrears/One-Shot, landlord mediation, CityFHEPS/FHEPS links, job help.
Who qualifies
NYC residents at imminent risk of homelessness.
Income limit (2026)
Generally <=200% FPL (provider discretion; unverified).
Papers to gather
ID, lease, eviction papers, income proof.
Renewal
N/A

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Official page: nyc.gov