NYC Administration for Children's Services
New York City, New York
By law, the child welfare housing subsidy is available to assist with paying for housing for youth ages 18-21 who have been discharged from foster care, and for families to assist with reunification or to prevent the need for foster care. Families and youth can also receive a one-shot grant to assist with housing costs such as furniture and deposits.
Program Status
Active
How Provided?
Rental assistance paid to landlord, housing agency, or approved vendor only
Program Type
Assistance Used For
Info Source
Program administrator survey response
Last Updated
8/3/23 16:56
Other Eligibility Requirements
Youth up to age 24 being discharged from foster care
Coordinates Eligibility With
Family and child services
Amount Calculation Method
Program offers a fixed amount per month