A bill (A/9604/S.8937) is going through the NYS Legislature that would allow minors experiencing homelessness to give consent to their own health care. The bill has passed the Senate and the Assembly and has been waiting for Governor Hochul’s signature since June. Please consider sending a letter (see attached) to the Governor encouraging her to…

Together Now (formerly known as Systems Integration Project) is hiring a Project Manager for the DHS Community Integration Initiative (CII) which will transform how DHS services are delivered across the community. By engaging with TogetherNow, the future state of DHS will be created with the input of impacted community members, community service providers, and DHS…

Huther Project ECHO is an innovative model for healthcare education and delivery in which providers and specialist faculty connect for virtual sessions that include both lecture and case-based learning. Medication Management for Hospice Patients with SUD is the topic for the November 22nd session. Sessions are held via Zoom. Please see attached flyer for more…

Providence Housing Development Corporation is looking to fill two (2) Family Life Coach positions. The primary responsibility of the Family Life Coach is to provide case management and support services to program participants in our permanent housing programs with the goal of increasing self-sufficiency. Go to https://providencehousing.org/careers/ to view the full job description and to…

The 13th Annual Housing and Services Conference is scheuuled for November 9th – 10th 2022 in NIagara Falls. Registration will remain open through 5PM on Monday 11/7/2022. The Conference Itinerary has been updated. Link to Registration: https://www.positivestepsny.com/housing-services-conference.html

Central Church of Christ is having its annual Thanksgiving Basket Sign Up and Dinner.Sign Up Dates:Wednesday 11/9/20226PM- 8:30PM101 S. Plymouth Avenue – Front Door Community Thanksgiving DinnerMcCumber RoomCentral Church of Christ – 101 S. Plymouth AvenueSaturday 11/19/2022 11:30AM – 1PM Pickup Baskets – Spring Street EntranceSaturday, 11/16 from 11AM – 1PM There will also be…

Reentry Resources for Justice-Involved Persons: Do you have a family member or friend who is currently in jail or prison? Do you know anyone experiencing the collateral consequences of a past incarceration? Join us at the Sully Branch Library on Thursday October 20th at 12pm or the Arnett Branch Library on Thursday November 3 at…

As part of its mission to understand and bring focus to health equity, Common Ground Health is launching its My Health Story 2022 survey. Survey responses will help deepen understanding of the dynamics that drive health equity, and reveal where program and policy changes could make our communities healthier. The goal is to provide a…

988 is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL). It provides a direct connection to caring support for anyone in mental health distress, including thoughts of suicide, substance abuse crisis or emotional distress. It is a free service; 988 can be contacted by chat, text or phone. The newest educational resource for 988 is the Palm…

Partners Ending Homelessness has submitted the FY2022 CoC Consolidated Application to HUD. The application submission included the consolidated application, 37 renewal project applications, the CoC Planning grant and 2 new project applications; totaling $13,862,087. We anticipate that HUD will announce awards in the next 3 – 4 months. The application has been posted to our…