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Are You Homeless? Or Know Someone Who Is?

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I Just Became Homeless In New York City. What Are My Options? 

New York City offers the most comprehensive shelter system for single adults and families in the country.

The New York City Department of Homeless Services’ (DHS) guiding principle states that all homeless individuals and families deserve safe, temporary shelter and that planning for permanent housing should begin immediately. New York City provides shelter to individuals and families that have no permanent or temporary place to live.

All shelter placements are done through centralized offices through the Department of Homeless Services. Please refer to the links below based on your circumstance or call 311.

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