Volunteers of America-Greater New York is one of the largest nonprofit developers and providers of safe and affordable permanent supportive housing in the metro New York area. We were also one of the first adopters of the model in the country.
Our portfolio of permanent supportive housing serves families and individuals, including seniors, veterans, adults with behavioral health challenges or substance use disorders, and adults experiencing unsheltered homelessness.
By developing safe, affordable, and permanent housing for people in need, we can improve the quality of life for all of the communities we serve.
What We Do
Supportive housing is a critical service that VOA–GNY provides throughout New York City and Northern New Jersey. In addition to low-cost housing, we offer comprehensive, wrap-around support services that help individuals rebuild their lives, reclaim their dignity, and move towards independence.
Trained staff help residents address the barriers to housing stability that they previously faced, including access to physical and mental health services. Other support includes referrals to community resources, assistance securing benefits and/or employment, access to financial literacy education, and more.
Why It Matters
Permanent housing paired with comprehensive on-site support services is a highly effective solution that can prevent chronic homelessness. Our Street to Home pilot program is a successful example of this solution in action.
Sites and Programs
Referrals for most of our permanent supportive housing programs are made through New York City and State agencies. Some units are available through NYC’s Housing Connect lottery.
149-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
Commonwealth SRO provides permanent supportive housing to single adults who previously experienced homelessness, including veterans. The residence provides safe, comfortable, low-cost housing and comprehensive on-site services.
96-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
East 12th Street SRO provides permanent supportive housing to single adults over the age of 55 who previously experienced homelessness, including veterans. The residence offers safe, comfortable, low-cost housing and comprehensive on-site services.
174-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
East 119th Street SRO provides permanent, low-cost housing and comprehensive on-site services to single adults who previously experienced homelessness, including veterans
122-Unit Senior Housing Residence
East Clarke Place Senior Residence is a 14-story residence in the Jerome Avenue Highbridge-Concourse neighborhood of the Bronx that provides 122 units of safe and affordable permanent housing for low-income adults over 62 years old. There are 37 fully-furnished units set aside for seniors who experience chronic homelessness. East Clarke Place features accessible design elements that support mobility and independence, as well as welcoming communal spaces that encourage social interaction and connection. Case management and health-related support are available on-site.
174-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
East New York SRO provides permanent supportive housing to single adults who previously experienced homelessness, including veterans. The residence provides safe, comfortable, low-cost housing and comprehensive on-site services related to behavioral health.
180-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
Mount Eden SRO provides permanent supportive housing to single adults who previously experienced homelessness. The residence offers safe and comfortable low-cost housing, along with comprehensive on-site services to meet physical and mental health needs of residents.
52-Bed Residence
Harmony House is a 52-bed residence offering safe, affordable, permanent housing to single adults. The program helps residents live independently in the community, as self-sufficiently as possible, by providing a full range of supportive services.
97-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
Rose House provides permanent supportive and affordable housing to single adults who previously experienced homelessness. In addition to safe, comfortable, and low-cost housing, a full range of on-site services is available to all tenants.
126-Unit Single Room Occupancy & 20-Unit Family Residence
Richard F. Salyer House, located in Washington Heights, provides permanent supportive and affordable housing to low-income community residents, including families, seniors, and single adults who previously experienced homelessness. The residence provides supportive services to meet the physical and mental health needs of residents.
Scattered Site
Washington Avenue Apartments provide supportive housing to 11 single adults who are experiencing homelessness. Five additional units of supportive housing are dedicated to families who experience chronic homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The residence provides supportive services to meet the physical and mental health needs of residents.
200-Unit Single Room Occupancy Residence
Webster House SRO provides permanent supportive housing to single adults who previously experienced homelessness. In addition to safe, comfortable and low-cost housing, supportive services are available to meet the physical and mental health needs of residents.
117-Unit Senior Housing Residence
YP Senior Residence is a newly-built 9-story building offering 117 units of affordable and permanent housing for seniors aged 62 and older. The new residence in the Bronx includes 93 studio apartments and 24 one-bedroom units, with 37 units reserved for seniors who previously experienced homelessness. YP Senior Residence features accessible design elements that support mobility and independence, as well as welcoming communal spaces that encourage social interaction and connection. Case management and health-related support are available on-site.
Cooking Up a Fresh Start
While living on the street, John, a U.S. Navy veteran, picked up restaurant work whenever he could. VOA-GNY provided him with permanent supportive housing and the resources to thrive and fulfill his dream of becoming a chef.
