Homelessness Prevention

Homebase

To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, all Homebase locations are closed. Homebase services are still available by phone.

Homebase will help you develop a personalized plan to overcome an immediate housing crisis and achieve housing stability. You may be eligible for Homebase services if you:

Are at imminent risk of entering the New York City shelter system
Are low-income
Want to remain stably housed in your community

Resources

Learn More About Homebase in Your Borough

Manhattan | Bronx | Brooklyn | Queens | Staten Island

Use the Homebase locator (Accessible)

Learn About Monthly Homebase Workshops

View Schedule

CAMBA discussion group

Learn More About Homebase in Your Language

Services

With conveniently located prevention centers staffed with homelessness prevention experts, Homebase offers a range of services under one roof, including:

Services to prevent eviction
Assistance obtaining public benefits
Emergency rental assistance
Education and job placement assistance
Financial counseling and money management
Help relocating
Short-term financial assistance

Read Frequently Asked Questions.

Video

Audio Description: Information about Homebase, a DHS program providing homelessness preventions services to those at risk of eviction.

Woman speaker: You're working hard but still struggling to make ends meet, and you're behind on your rent. Now you're facing possible eviction. You can't imagine your kid going through it. What do you tell her? We can help your family in your home, but you have to let us know that you need help. Please, reach out before you are forced out of your home.

Text on screen:
Reach out before you are forced out of your home.
Visit nyc.gov/homebase or call 311 today to find out how Homebase can help you.