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Jerrisa White, Outstanding Tenant of the Year
Nov.06.2023
Senior Case Manager Mariah Mallory, a longtime staffer at Access: Supports for Livings says, “When I think about how much supportive housing can help people, I think of Jerrisa.” No wonder: since moving into her apartment at Temple Hill Apartments six years ago, Jerrisa has completed a Medical Certification program, has earned her driver’s license, and has secured a good paying job as a medical assistant. Oh, and did we mention that she also gave birth to twin boys five years ago and another boy a year ago?
Jimmy Rivera, Outstanding Tenant of the Year
Nov.06.2023
Jimmy Rivera is the longest surviving tenant in Project Hospitality’s HASA supportive housing, coming to the organization in the late 80’s. He has “volunteered his heart out” ever since according to PH’s President and CEO Rev. Terry Troia.
Unique People Services Opens 2050 Grand Concourse
Nov.06.2023
More than 100 partners, electeds, staff and tenants gathered to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of Unique People Services’ (UPS) 2050 Grand Concourse November 3rd. The glorious 96 apartment building will provide homes to 58 supportive individuals as well as low income families and singles. Service funding is provided by both OMH under NY/NY III and HASA through NYC 15/15.
The Network Hosts 2023 Annual Awards Gala
Nov.03.2023
On November 2nd, the Network hosted its 2023 Annual Awards Gala. Members and partners across the entire supportive housing sector joined to celebrate our incredible community, to honor two Outstanding Tenants of the Year – Jimmy Rivera and Jerrisa White and, last but not least, to network.
HousingPlus Tops Off Shepherd Glenmore
Nov.02.2023
On November 1st, a small group of staff, partners and well-wishers gathered to celebrate the topping off of what will be Shepherd Glenmore a supportive/affordable residence being created by HousingPlus and Spatial Equity Co.. The 123- unit building in which 74 apartments will be supportive -- aims to provide safe and secure homes that cater to the needs of female-led households who have experienced homelessness as well as severe mental illness, substance use disorders or re-entry after incarceration.