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Community Access Breaks Ground on River Avenue II Apartments
Apr.01.2026
On March 31st, Community Access joined project and community partners to celebrate the groundbreaking of River Avenue II Apartments. Once complete, this new residence will bring 292 affordable apartments, including 173 supportive apartments for individuals with mental illness, formerly homeless individuals and veterans with disabilities. 15 units are for individuals with mobility needs and six units are for individuals with sensory disabilities. On-site services are provided by Community Access, funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) and NYC 15/15 administered by the Office of Temporary Disability Assistance (OTDA) and NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).
March Awareness Month Spotligths
Apr.01.2026
In March, the Network celebrated Women’s History Month and Social Work Month with member and partner spotlights on social media.
West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing Breaks Ground on West 108 Phase II
Mar.31.2026
On March 29th, the West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing (WSFSSH) , project and community partners, gathered to break ground on West 108th Phase II. Once complete, this new affordable and supportive housing residence will bring 84 apartments for seniors, including 40 supportive for adults over 55 living with serious mental illness and/or substance use concerns, to the Upper West Side in Manhattan. WSFSSH will provide on-site services funded through NYC 15/15 administered by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).
The Network Testifies at Three FY27 New York City Council Preliminary Budget Hearings
Mar.30.2026
In March, the Network's Policy & Programs Manager, Katie Mui delivered testimony at three New York City Council FY27 Preliminary Budget Hearings: the Committee on General Welfare the Committee on Housing and Buildings, and the Committee on Mental Health & Substance Use.
The Network Hosts a Social Care Network Vendor Expo
Mar.27.2026
On March 26th, the Network hosted a virtual Social Care Network Vendor Expo, designed to connect providers with Social Care Network representatives serving regions outside of New York City.