Resources

At 1640 Flatbush Avenue, there are 45 newly constructed units available for rent, featuring amenities like a dog washing station, bike storage, shared laundry room, and package lockers. Located near the 2 and 5 trains, as well as bus routes Q35, B41, and B44 SBS, this smoke-free building ensures comfort and convenience for all residents. The application deadline for this location is Monday, October 7, 2024. If you or someone you know is interested in applying, visit NYC Housing Connect to apply online, or request a paper application by mail. Remember, duplicate applications will be disqualified, so only apply once. For further assistance, please reach out to CM Louis office at (718) 629-2900 or email District45@council.nyc.gov.

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1640 Flatbush Avenue - Affordable Housing Lottery

Type:
Housing Assistance
Resource for:
Adults  •  Low income Individuals and Families  •  Low-to-Moderate Income Individuals and Families  •  Tenants
Keywords:
Housing  •  Housing Lottery
At 1640 Flatbush Avenue, there are 45 newly constructed units available for rent, featuring amenities like a dog washing station, bike storage, shared laundry room, and package lockers. Located near the 2 and 5 trains, as well as bus routes Q35, B41, and B44 SBS, this smoke-free building ensures comfort and convenience for all residents. The application deadline for this location is Monday, October 7, 2024. Visit NYC Housing Connect to apply online, or request a paper application by mail. Remember, duplicate applications will be disqualified, so only apply once. For further assistance, please reach out to CM Farah Louis's office at (718) 629-2900 or email District45@council.nyc.gov.
Deadline: Apply before Monday, October 7, 2024.

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Phone: Call CM Louis staff at 718-629-2600  
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Bethany Senior Terraces, located at 604 East 40th Street in East Flatbush, offers 39 newly constructed units for rent specifically designed for older adults. This smoke-free building features a range of amenities including an attended lobby, elevator, terrace space on each floor, a greenhouse, garden, storage, laundry room, parking, and on-site social services. Constructed by RiseBoro Community Partnership, it is conveniently accessible by the 2 and 5 trains and multiple bus routes (B8, BM2, BM1, BM4). The application deadline for Bethany Senior Terraces is Wednesday, October 23, 2024. If you or someone you know is interested in applying, visit NYC Housing Connect to apply online, or request a paper application by mail. Remember, duplicate applications will be disqualified, so only apply once. For further assistance, please reach out to my office at (718) 629-2900 or email District45@council.nyc.gov.

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Bethany Senior Terraces - Affordable Housing Lottery

Type:
Housing Assistance
Resource for:
Low income Individuals and Families  •  Seniors  •  Tenants
Keywords:
Housing  •  Housing Lottery
Bethany Senior Terraces, located at 604 East 40th Street in East Flatbush, offers 39 newly constructed units for rent specifically designed for older adults. This smoke-free building features a range of amenities including an attended lobby, elevator, terrace space on each floor, a greenhouse, garden, storage, laundry room, parking, and on-site social services. Constructed by RiseBoro Community Partnership, it is conveniently accessible by the 2 and 5 trains and multiple bus routes (B8, BM2, BM1, BM4). The application deadline for Bethany Senior Terraces is Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Visit NYC Housing Connect to apply online, or request a paper application by mail. Remember, duplicate applications will be disqualified, so only apply once. For further assistance, please reach out to CM Farah Louis's office at (718) 629-2900 or email District45@council.nyc.gov.
Deadline: Apply before Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

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Phone: Call CM Louis staff at 718-629-2600  
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2024-DSS HRA CFC

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NYC Food Pantries and Community Kitchens

Provided by:
Human Resources Administration (HRA)
Type:
Directory  •  Food Assistance
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Food
Community Food Connection (CFC), formerly known as the Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP), provides funding to more than 500 community kitchens and food pantries citywide. If you need food, you can get help today at one of New York City's food pantries, which provide groceries to cook at home, or community kitchens, which provide hot meals. Download the list of active programs as of 8/2/2024. More info on CFC at https://on.nyc.gov/3k0ywxj

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Rat Academy - Rat Prevention Training

Provided by:
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults  •  Business Owners  •  Homeowners  •  Landlords  •  Tenants
Keywords:
Home Maintenance  •  Rat Prevention
The Department of Health offers free in-person and virtual trainings to all residents who want to learn about safe and effective methods for rat prevention in the home and community. These free two-hour training is available to everyone, but it may be especially helpful for: superintendents and building staff, property owners and managers, neighborhood associations, community gardeners, business owners and staff. DOHMH also offers more intensive three-day courses for pest control professionals.

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Cool It! Outdoor Hot Weather Resources Map

Provided by:
Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR)
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Hot Weather  •  Outdoors  •  Weather
Visit the Parks Department review their guide to help you find places to stay cool! In their new Cool It! NYC map, you can find places all across the city to hydrate, refresh, and stay in the shade. These include locations with water features (spray showers, drinking fountains, outdoor pools), streets and location with shade trees and areas of greater heat vulnerability. On the same page, Parks offers a downloadable spreadsheet with the full list of NYC Parks spray shower, misting station, and drinking fountain locations

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NYC Cool Options

Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Cooling Centers  •  Weather
When it's very hot, air conditioning will help keep you safe. If you don't have air conditioning, find a cool place to visit nearby, like a friend’s place, a mall, museum, coffee shop, library, or an NYC cooling center. When it's not scorching out but it's still hot, you can also cool off at parks, areas with shade, sprinklers, or pools. Cooling center locations can also be found by calling 311 (VRS: 212-639-9675 or TTY: 212-504-4115).

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Phone: 311 (VRS: 212-639-9675 or TTY: 212-504-4115)  
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2024-Brooklyn Historic Houses

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Visit Brooklyn Historic Houses!

Provided by:
Historic House Trust
Type:
Museums
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Arts and Culture  •  History
New York City historic houses, ranging from modest farms to grand mansions, provide essential windows to the lives of all New Yorkers, past and present.

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2024-DACA_EP_Consumer Fact Sheet

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DACA Recipients are now eligible for the free Essential Plan

Provided by:
NY State of Health
Type:
Health Services
Resource for:
Immigrants / Refugees / Asylum Seekers
Keywords:
Health Insurance  •  Healthcare
Starting on August 1, 2024, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients will now qualify for free health insurance, based on income qualifications. The Essential Plan has $0 monthly premiums, no deductible, and very low cost-sharing. It covers comprehensive benefits including office visits, hospital care, screenings, prescription medicine, among others. For more information about the Essential Plan visit info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/EssentialPlan. Help is available in many languages. Click on the image on the left to download a fact sheet.

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Phone: 1-855-355-5777, TTY: 1-800-662-1220  
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Accredited DVS staff members are now processing Veterans Affairs (VA) claims for NYC Veterans and their families within the five boroughs. For more information, please email us at connect@veterans.nyc.gov, call us at (212) 416-5250, or visit us online at www.nyc.gov/vets. DVS staff are trained to process the following claims: Disability Compensation, DIC (Dependency and Indemnity Compensation), Non-Service Connected Pension, Survivors Pension, Education. Before meeting with a DVS Veteran Benefits Coordinator (VCB) please have the below items readily available: DD214 Birth Certificate Social Security Card Marriage Certificate (if available) Decision Letter (if prior claim submitted) VA Award Letter (if available) VA Medical Evidence that supports claim Private Dr. Medical Evidence that supports claim DVS Mission: To improve the livelihood of New York City Veterans and their families by providing quality service, advocacy, guidance, and assistance on the claims review process. Our goal is to help prepare and package a VA Claim that is substantial, valid, and clearly identifies the pertinent information relevant to the claim. DVS Goal: To plug the gaps in the system, the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) has partnered with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services to process claims and broaden our current outreach approach while strengthening bonds with the Veteran community.

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VA Claims Unit

Provided by:
Department of Veterans' Services (DVS)
Resource for:
Veterans
Accredited DVS staff members are processing Veterans Affairs (VA) claims for NYC Veterans and their families in all five boroughs. To bridge gaps in the system, the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services has partnered with the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services to process claims and broaden their current outreach approach while strengthening bonds with the Veteran community. Meet with a DVS Veteran Benefits Coordinator to help you prepare and package a VA claim that is substantial, valid, and clearly identifies all pertinent information.

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Phone: 212-416-5250  
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Homepage Hero Sliders – Post-9/11 Memorial RFQ

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Post-9/11 Memorial Open Call for Artists

Provided by:
Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA)
Type:
Requests for Proposals
Resource for:
Artists
Keywords:
Arts and Culture
The City of New York seeks artists interested in creating a public monument that honors the lives and legacy of the Service Members who died in action during the Global War on Terror. The memorial will also serve as a permanent declaration of “Thank you” and “Welcome Home” to our Post 9/11 Veteran community. Interested individuals can view the guidelines and apply ahead of the August 30, 2024, deadline by visiting the website.
Deadline: August 30, 2024

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