Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday announced that $36 million is being awarded to five projects across New York state that will create 249 units of permanent supportive housing.
This includes projects in Monroe, Steuben, Erie, Jefferson and Kings counties aimed at helping those who have experienced homelessness.
“From Brooklyn to Watertown, these diverse projects across New York demonstrate our commitment to invest in housing that strengthens our communities and makes every region of our state a safer, healthier, and more affordable place to live,” Hochul said in a statement. “The supportive housing created through these projects will provide formerly homeless New Yorkers with safe, stable homes and the services they need to thrive in their communities.”
Projects receiving funding include:
- PathStone Housing Action Corporation in Monroe County
- Providence Housing Development Corporation in Steuben County
- Episcopal Community Housing Development Organization, Inc. in Erie County
- DePaul Properties, Inc. and DePaul Community Services, Inc. in Jefferson County
- Breaking Ground II Housing Development Corporation in Kings County
“The Homeless Housing and Assistance Program’s investment in these projects across New York State will create much-needed stable, affordable homes with easy access to essential support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, including homeless veterans, youth aging out of foster care, and adults living with serious mental illness or substance use disorders," New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Commissioner Barbara C. Guinn said in a statement. "Governor Hochul’s steadfast commitment to expanding supportive housing options across New York State is providing vulnerable New Yorkers with the stability and tools they need to live successfully in their communities.”