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The Network Joins Behavioral Health Advocates for a 7.8% Investment Rally
Nov.13.2024
On November 12th, the Supportive Housing Network of New York’s State Policy Manager Stephen Piasecki joined advocates at the New York State Capitol Building in Albany for a rally to urge Governor Hochul to include a 7.8% increase in rates and contracts for community mental health and substance use disorder services in the FY26 executive budget proposal. This investment would reduce staff vacancies, and turnover rates depending on provider type. The group also sent this sign-on letter to the Governor.
The Network Hosts 2024 Annual Awards Gala
Nov.01.2024
On October 28th, the Network hosted its 2024 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 – Maria del Consuelo Rodriguez and Sean Butterfield -- and, last but not least, to network.
September October Community Corner
Oct.31.2024
The Network celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month, and honored Domestic Violence Awareness Month with spotlights on social media.
Sean Butterfield, Outstanding Tenant of the Year
Oct.30.2024
“I've seen Sean grow through a lot of trials and tribulations,” said Frank Amalfitano, President and CEO at United Veterans Beacon House (UVBH) on Long Island. “He has dealt with the problems as they came, asked for assistance as needed and handled the problems without panic and regret. And he always puts his family first.”
Maria del Consuelo Rodriguez, Outstanding Tenant of the Year
Oct.30.2024
“Maria is fearless. She is a person of immense strength, and you can see by the way she carries herself with her children, how her children are really the engine that keeps her going,” says Gabriela Sandoval Requena, Director of Policy and Communications at New Destiny Housing.