Housing & Shelters

We provide families and young people who are homeless with a safe place to stay and support to find permanent housing and prepare for independent living. We also provide housing and transitional services for young adults formerly in foster care who are at risk of homelessness.

Housing & Shelter Programs

    • Housing & Shelters

    Independence Inns

    The Independence Inns provide shelter and support for homeless and runaway youth, including young moms with children, to help them become self-sufficient.

    • Educational Support
    • Employment/Job Readiness
    • Independent Living Skills
    • Housing Assistance
    • Transitional Housing
    • Residential Programs
    • Housing & Shelters

    Youth Workforce Initiative

    The Youth Workforce Initiative (YWI) is a NYC career development program that prepares young adults, ages 16-24, for today’s professional landscape through a five-day, in-person job and career readiness workshop…

    • Employment/Job Readiness

We help

2,300

people with special needs develop skills to reach their full potential

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With your gift, you can help strengthen New York families and unlock potential for children and adults with special needs.

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