Homeless Services United
@hsunitedorg.bsky.social
Homeless Services United is a coalition of New York City based non-profit providers that advocate for effective solutions to the homelessness crisis in NYC.
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Hope 2026 is cancelled tonight
February 3, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Hope 2026 is cancelled tonight
🚨 CODE BLUE ALERT – NYC 🚨
Warming buses are operating across the city near drop-in centers, hospitals, and other high-traffic locations to protect people from extreme cold.
If you see someone who may need assistance, call 311 immediately. During Code Blue, calls are routed to 911.
Please share.
Warming buses are operating across the city near drop-in centers, hospitals, and other high-traffic locations to protect people from extreme cold.
If you see someone who may need assistance, call 311 immediately. During Code Blue, calls are routed to 911.
Please share.
January 28, 2026 at 6:50 PM
🚨 CODE BLUE ALERT – NYC 🚨
Warming buses are operating across the city near drop-in centers, hospitals, and other high-traffic locations to protect people from extreme cold.
If you see someone who may need assistance, call 311 immediately. During Code Blue, calls are routed to 911.
Please share.
Warming buses are operating across the city near drop-in centers, hospitals, and other high-traffic locations to protect people from extreme cold.
If you see someone who may need assistance, call 311 immediately. During Code Blue, calls are routed to 911.
Please share.
Before HOPE begins, people prepare.
Tomorrow night, New Yorkers across all five boroughs will participate in the HOPE Count — a critical effort that informs outreach, funding, and policy decisions related to unsheltered homelessness.
hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
Tomorrow night, New Yorkers across all five boroughs will participate in the HOPE Count — a critical effort that informs outreach, funding, and policy decisions related to unsheltered homelessness.
hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
January 26, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Before HOPE begins, people prepare.
Tomorrow night, New Yorkers across all five boroughs will participate in the HOPE Count — a critical effort that informs outreach, funding, and policy decisions related to unsheltered homelessness.
hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
Tomorrow night, New Yorkers across all five boroughs will participate in the HOPE Count — a critical effort that informs outreach, funding, and policy decisions related to unsheltered homelessness.
hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
“In the midst of an affordability crisis… the Housing Access Voucher Program (HAVP) is the best way to keep more New Yorkers from entering homelessness.”
— Kristin Miller, Executive Director, Homeless Services United
Read more: www.harlemworldmagazine.com/lawmakers-pu...
Read more: www.harlemworldmagazine.com/lawmakers-pu...
Lawmakers Push $250M Boost For New York’s Harlem To Hollis Lifeline Housing Voucher Program
State Senator Brian Kavanagh, Chair of the Senate Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development, Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal. Chair of
www.harlemworldmagazine.com
January 23, 2026 at 8:30 PM
“In the midst of an affordability crisis… the Housing Access Voucher Program (HAVP) is the best way to keep more New Yorkers from entering homelessness.”
— Kristin Miller, Executive Director, Homeless Services United
Read more: www.harlemworldmagazine.com/lawmakers-pu...
Read more: www.harlemworldmagazine.com/lawmakers-pu...
The HOPE Count provides critical data that informs outreach, funding, and policy decisions across NYC. Without it, decisions are made with gaps.
HOPE Night is January 27, 2026.
Register to volunteer: hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
HOPE Night is January 27, 2026.
Register to volunteer: hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
January 22, 2026 at 2:58 PM
The HOPE Count provides critical data that informs outreach, funding, and policy decisions across NYC. Without it, decisions are made with gaps.
HOPE Night is January 27, 2026.
Register to volunteer: hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
HOPE Night is January 27, 2026.
Register to volunteer: hoperegistration.cityofnewyork.us
Rahdel Sharbaan knows this work from the inside — and he’s using that experience to build something better. At Gates Avenue, it’s not just casework. It’s connection, accountability, and real care.
January 14, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Rahdel Sharbaan knows this work from the inside — and he’s using that experience to build something better. At Gates Avenue, it’s not just casework. It’s connection, accountability, and real care.
Some people experiencing homelessness move repeatedly between shelter, hospitals, and the criminal legal system.
On Feb 27, Homeless Services United is hosting an in-person policy forum focused on what actually works, and how to scale those solutions in NYC
Details here: mailchi.mp/hsunited/vw9...
On Feb 27, Homeless Services United is hosting an in-person policy forum focused on what actually works, and how to scale those solutions in NYC
Details here: mailchi.mp/hsunited/vw9...
January 13, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Some people experiencing homelessness move repeatedly between shelter, hospitals, and the criminal legal system.
On Feb 27, Homeless Services United is hosting an in-person policy forum focused on what actually works, and how to scale those solutions in NYC
Details here: mailchi.mp/hsunited/vw9...
On Feb 27, Homeless Services United is hosting an in-person policy forum focused on what actually works, and how to scale those solutions in NYC
Details here: mailchi.mp/hsunited/vw9...
Grateful to the NYC Employment and Training Coalition for choosing solidarity over swag.
They replaced conference giveaways with direct support for organizations working across housing, workforce, and care. Partnership across sectors matters, and we appreciate being included.
They replaced conference giveaways with direct support for organizations working across housing, workforce, and care. Partnership across sectors matters, and we appreciate being included.
January 8, 2026 at 4:56 PM
Grateful to the NYC Employment and Training Coalition for choosing solidarity over swag.
They replaced conference giveaways with direct support for organizations working across housing, workforce, and care. Partnership across sectors matters, and we appreciate being included.
They replaced conference giveaways with direct support for organizations working across housing, workforce, and care. Partnership across sectors matters, and we appreciate being included.
Kristin Miller and Victoria Leahy attended the NYC inauguration of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and Comptroller Mark Levine alongside thousands of New Yorkers, representing HSU
January 2, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Kristin Miller and Victoria Leahy attended the NYC inauguration of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and Comptroller Mark Levine alongside thousands of New Yorkers, representing HSU
Happy New Year. Here’s to continuing to work together
December 31, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Happy New Year. Here’s to continuing to work together
This safe sleep makeover at Siena House Shelter — for women and children under 2 — was made possible by Mattress Firm’s Safe Sleep Makeover Program, with National Women’s Shelter Network coordinating partners to create spaces that support rest, dignity, and recovery.
December 29, 2025 at 3:21 PM
This safe sleep makeover at Siena House Shelter — for women and children under 2 — was made possible by Mattress Firm’s Safe Sleep Makeover Program, with National Women’s Shelter Network coordinating partners to create spaces that support rest, dignity, and recovery.
Moving into the new year with gratitude for our members and the strength that comes from showing up together
December 26, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Moving into the new year with gratitude for our members and the strength that comes from showing up together
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“Homelessness in New York won’t be solved by denial or tough love,” writes @hsunitedorg.bsky.social's Kristin Miller. “The Mamdani administration has a choice: repeat the failures of the past or lead with compassion, collaboration and evidence.” citylimits.org/opinion-how-...
Opinion: How New York's Next Mayor Can Tackle Homelessness on Day 1 - City Limits
"Homelessness in New York won’t be solved by denial or tough love. We’ve tried those approaches, and they’ve all failed."
citylimits.org
December 9, 2025 at 4:05 PM
“Homelessness in New York won’t be solved by denial or tough love,” writes @hsunitedorg.bsky.social's Kristin Miller. “The Mamdani administration has a choice: repeat the failures of the past or lead with compassion, collaboration and evidence.” citylimits.org/opinion-how-...
Noah helps residents lead change in supportive housing through Resident Advisory Boards, building trust and community from the ground up.
December 17, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Noah helps residents lead change in supportive housing through Resident Advisory Boards, building trust and community from the ground up.
On Dec 4, NYC Council approved Intro 1392, a reform HSU members pushed to fix late payments on DHS and MOCJ contracts. It creates quarterly 25% advances, with a pilot for human service contracts over $1M. Grateful to orgs that shared data, testified and organized.
December 5, 2025 at 2:27 PM
On Dec 4, NYC Council approved Intro 1392, a reform HSU members pushed to fix late payments on DHS and MOCJ contracts. It creates quarterly 25% advances, with a pilot for human service contracts over $1M. Grateful to orgs that shared data, testified and organized.
Homelessness doesn’t always look like you think.”
In NYC, 70% of shelter residents are families with children.
It’s a housing issue. A family issue.
Let’s reshape the public conversation.
In NYC, 70% of shelter residents are families with children.
It’s a housing issue. A family issue.
Let’s reshape the public conversation.
December 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Homelessness doesn’t always look like you think.”
In NYC, 70% of shelter residents are families with children.
It’s a housing issue. A family issue.
Let’s reshape the public conversation.
In NYC, 70% of shelter residents are families with children.
It’s a housing issue. A family issue.
Let’s reshape the public conversation.
Happy Thanksgiving from Homeless Services United. Today we’re especially grateful for our member organizations and frontline workers in shelters, outreach, drop-ins, pantries and prevention programs—keeping New Yorkers housed, safe and seen. Thank you.
November 26, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from Homeless Services United. Today we’re especially grateful for our member organizations and frontline workers in shelters, outreach, drop-ins, pantries and prevention programs—keeping New Yorkers housed, safe and seen. Thank you.
10,000 Thanksgiving meals.
Prepared with care.
Headed to shelters across NYC.
Huge thanks to Healthy Heart Food Service for showing up in a big way this year. 🧡
Prepared with care.
Headed to shelters across NYC.
Huge thanks to Healthy Heart Food Service for showing up in a big way this year. 🧡
November 20, 2025 at 5:49 PM
10,000 Thanksgiving meals.
Prepared with care.
Headed to shelters across NYC.
Huge thanks to Healthy Heart Food Service for showing up in a big way this year. 🧡
Prepared with care.
Headed to shelters across NYC.
Huge thanks to Healthy Heart Food Service for showing up in a big way this year. 🧡
Brianna Oyeyemi, LMSW, Program Director of Outreach at Breaking Ground, centers harm reduction and trauma-informed care in her work. From long-term street engagement to clinical assessments, she helps clients take the next step—on their terms.
November 19, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Brianna Oyeyemi, LMSW, Program Director of Outreach at Breaking Ground, centers harm reduction and trauma-informed care in her work. From long-term street engagement to clinical assessments, she helps clients take the next step—on their terms.
Mon, Dec 1 — NYC AIDS Memorial (7th Ave & Greenwich Ave). Arrive 11:30 AM. Reading of the Names + press conference at 12 PM → march to Stonewall Inn → rally → march back. Names continue until 6 PM, then candlelight vigil. Info: actionnetwork.org/events/world-aids-day-reading-of-the-names-2
World AIDS Day Reading of the Names
World AIDS Day is a day to memorialize those we have lost to HIV/AIDS and recommit to our goals to ending the epidemic. We have not yet ended HIV/AIDS because we have not ended homelessness, a crisis ...
actionnetwork.org
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Mon, Dec 1 — NYC AIDS Memorial (7th Ave & Greenwich Ave). Arrive 11:30 AM. Reading of the Names + press conference at 12 PM → march to Stonewall Inn → rally → march back. Names continue until 6 PM, then candlelight vigil. Info: actionnetwork.org/events/world-aids-day-reading-of-the-names-2
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Proud member of Homeless Services United @hsunitedorg.bsky.social to strengthen advocacy and support for New Yorkers experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Together, we’re expanding access to housing, services & opportunity because everyone deserves a safe, stable home. 💙 #EndHomelessness
November 13, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Proud member of Homeless Services United @hsunitedorg.bsky.social to strengthen advocacy and support for New Yorkers experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Together, we’re expanding access to housing, services & opportunity because everyone deserves a safe, stable home. 💙 #EndHomelessness
At SOMOS PR, join HSU’s ED Kristin Miller for Keeping New York Housed—how federal safety‑net cuts could hit NY and what solutions we need now. Thu, Nov 6 • 10:30–11:45 AM (local) • El Caribe Hilton, Room 10. Sponsored by Assemblymembers Epstein, Raga & Torres.
November 3, 2025 at 7:50 PM
At SOMOS PR, join HSU’s ED Kristin Miller for Keeping New York Housed—how federal safety‑net cuts could hit NY and what solutions we need now. Thu, Nov 6 • 10:30–11:45 AM (local) • El Caribe Hilton, Room 10. Sponsored by Assemblymembers Epstein, Raga & Torres.
Kenya found peace at Goddard Riverside’s Stephan Russo Residence — a permanent supportive housing community helping New Yorkers heal and rebuild their lives.
🏠 54 units of dignified housing.
💕On-site care and harm reduction services.
❤️ A model for ending street homelessness in NYC.
🏠 54 units of dignified housing.
💕On-site care and harm reduction services.
❤️ A model for ending street homelessness in NYC.
October 31, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Kenya found peace at Goddard Riverside’s Stephan Russo Residence — a permanent supportive housing community helping New Yorkers heal and rebuild their lives.
🏠 54 units of dignified housing.
💕On-site care and harm reduction services.
❤️ A model for ending street homelessness in NYC.
🏠 54 units of dignified housing.
💕On-site care and harm reduction services.
❤️ A model for ending street homelessness in NYC.
Raised in the Bronx, Stanley Vargas has dedicated his career to helping New Yorkers find stability and housing.
Now Director of Social Services at BronxWorks WASH, his leadership and compassion continue to uplift the community.
Honored at the HSU Gala. 💜👏🏽🏠
Now Director of Social Services at BronxWorks WASH, his leadership and compassion continue to uplift the community.
Honored at the HSU Gala. 💜👏🏽🏠
October 29, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Raised in the Bronx, Stanley Vargas has dedicated his career to helping New Yorkers find stability and housing.
Now Director of Social Services at BronxWorks WASH, his leadership and compassion continue to uplift the community.
Honored at the HSU Gala. 💜👏🏽🏠
Now Director of Social Services at BronxWorks WASH, his leadership and compassion continue to uplift the community.
Honored at the HSU Gala. 💜👏🏽🏠
HSU’s Mayoral Platform 2025 proposes 5 reforms to end homelessness in NYC — improving shelters, funding nonprofits fairly, streamlining housing, and expanding workforce programs.
Evidence-based. Dignity-centered. Ready for action.
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/43Clt8H
Evidence-based. Dignity-centered. Ready for action.
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/43Clt8H
October 29, 2025 at 2:38 PM
HSU’s Mayoral Platform 2025 proposes 5 reforms to end homelessness in NYC — improving shelters, funding nonprofits fairly, streamlining housing, and expanding workforce programs.
Evidence-based. Dignity-centered. Ready for action.
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/43Clt8H
Evidence-based. Dignity-centered. Ready for action.
🔗 Read more: bit.ly/43Clt8H