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“It’s Made All the Difference”: CityFHEPS Is Helping New Yorkers Leave Shelter, Avoid Homelessness, and Stay Housed
Yvonne Peña, Rachel Swaner
Summary:
With rising housing costs pushing New York City’s homelessness crisis to alarming levels, local rental subsidies offer a proven path forward. CityFHEPS, the city’s rental voucher program for low-income households, is making a meaningful difference in helping families exit shelters and remain safely housed.
This brief shares findings from a 2026 survey of 497 CityFHEPS recipients, revealing that an overwhelming 95 percent of housed respondents credit the program with keeping them stably housed. Explore the full report to see how targeted rental assistance improves eases financial strain and empowers New Yorkers to build a better future.
Issues: Affordable Housing
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