Concern Housing Opens Estella Housing
Jun.23.2026
On June 22nd, Concern Housing joined project partners and elected officials to celebrate the opening of a new affordable and supportive residence, Estella Housing. Located in Nassau County, this new residence is creating 95 affordable apartments, including 42 supportive for individuals and veterans experiencing homelessness. On-site support services are provided by Concern Housing and are funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) administered by the NYS Office of Mental Health.
Continue Reading …Westhab Breaks Ground on 30 West
Jun.10.2026
On June 9th, Westhab joined project partners and elected officials to break ground on 30 West. Once complete, this new affordable and supportive residence will bring 81 apartments, including 20 supportive apartments for formerly homeless individuals to Rockland County. On-site support services are provided by Westhab and are funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) administered by the NYS Office of Mental Health.
Continue Reading …Neighbors of Watertown and THRIVE Wellness & Recovery Opens Apartments at Mill & Main
Jun.04.2026
On June 3rd, Neighbors of Watertown and THRIVE Wellness & Recovery joined project partners and elected officials to celebrate the opening of Apartments at Mill & Main. This new residence is bringing 63 affordable apartments, including 31 supportive for individuals with mental health and substance use concerns to Watertown, New York. On-site services are provided by THRIVE Wellness & Recovery funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) administered by NYS Office of Mental Health.
Continue Reading …The Network’s Statement in Response to the Passage of the 2026-2027 State Budget
May.28.2026
The Network released the following statement in response to the passage of the 2026-2027 State Budget.
Continue Reading …RUPCO Opens Silver Gardens
May.07.2026
On May 6th, RUPCO joined project partners and elected officials to celebrate the opening of Silver Gardens, a new affordable and supportive housing residence. Located in Ulster County, this new project has created 57 affordable apartments, including 29 supportive, for those experiencing homelessness. On-site services are provided by RUPCO funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) administered by NYS Department of Health.
Continue Reading …The Network Joins the RISE UP Campaign for its 2026 Lobby Day
May.06.2026
On May 5th the Network joined Urban Pathways and Care for the Homeless for the RISE UP (Rights, Inclusion, Safety, and Equality for Unhoused Persons) Campaign’s Lobby Day at the State Capitol. Together, advocates met with legislators to advance legislative solutions to enshrine legal protections for people experiencing homelessness, mandate data collection to ensure monitoring and accountability, and combat the stigma and systemic discrimination that perpetuate homelessness.
Continue Reading …The Network Joins the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s Capitol Hill Day
Mar.16.2026
On March 13th 2026, the Network joined the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) for its Capitol Hill Day in Washington, D.C. The Network attended six meetings with House and Senate offices. In these meetings, the Network highlighted the ongoing crisis within HUD’s Continuum of Care (CoC) programs. Congressman Lawler’s office committed to contacting HUD to address the lack of progress on renewing first quarter contracts, as required by Congress.
Continue Reading …The Network Joins HSC’s Human Services Advocacy Day
Mar.11.2026
On March 9th the Network joined the Human Services Council for its Human Services Advocacy Day in Albany. The Network attended six meetings with lawmakers and participated in a press conference and rally at the Senate Chambers.
Continue Reading …The Network’s Statement in Response to the New York State Senate and Assembly One-House Budget Proposals
Mar.10.2026
The Network released the following updated statement on March 13th, in response to the New York State Senate and Assembly one-house budget proposals.
Continue Reading …The Network Provides Public Comment at Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Board Meeting
Feb.28.2026
On February 25th, Network Director of Programs and Engagement Joelle Ballam-Schwan provided public comment at the New York State Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Board Meeting.
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