New York A02502 creates a home stability support program to provide shelter supplements and support services to eligible individuals and families.

New York A02502 amends the social services law to establish a home stability support program. Local social services districts must provide shelter supplements to eligible individuals and families, including those facing homelessness or imminent loss of housing. Eligible individuals include those fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, or other dangerous conditions. The program also provides heating allowances and support services such as conflict resolution, legal referrals, and benefit/entitlement advocacy. The commissioner contracts with not-for-profit agencies to deliver these services.

New York A02502 creates a home stability support program to provide shelter supplements and support services to eligible individuals and families.

New York A02502 amends the social services law to establish a home stability support program. Local social services districts must provide shelter supplements to eligible individuals and families, including those facing homelessness or imminent loss of housing. Eligible individuals include those fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, or other dangerous conditions. The program also provides heating allowances and support services such as conflict resolution, legal referrals, and benefit/entitlement advocacy. The commissioner contracts with not-for-profit agencies to deliver these services.