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Homelessness is a Trauma Part 3
Description
⚠️ Sensitive Content: Discussions on domestic violence.
We continue with NYC mom Cynthia in part 3 of this series who shares more about her experience with homelessness and mental health challenges as well as living and working day-by-day to survive. With host K-DiD, Cynthia dives into how different policies impact the shelter system and people at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness.
Email Cynthia: cynthiaenglish807@gmail.com
Email or DM Hear Our Voices to share your story: NYCHearOurVoices@gmail.com
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https://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/our-programs/advocacy/legal-victories/the-callahan-legacy-callahan-v-carey-and-the-legal-right-to-shelter/
RESOURCES
Resources for Domestic Violence
Victim assistance organization operating a network of programs across New York City communities. They assist survivors of all forms of violence.
24-hour Hotlines:
Safe Horizon's 3 Hotlines:
DV - 1-800-621-HOPE
Rape and Sexual Assault - 212-227-3000
Crime Victims - 1-866-689-HELP
NYC Anti-Violence Project (AVP) (specialize in working with LGBTQ+ survivors)
212-714-1141
Violence Intervention Project (specialize in working with Latino/a survivors) -
800-664-5880
Womankind (specialize in working with Asian survivors) - 1-888-888-7702
Resources & Services for Orders of Protection
Womens Law Legal Information on Restraining Orders
HRA Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Support - https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/domestic-violence-support.page
NYC HOPE Resource Guide to help you or loved one experiencing domestic or gender-based violence - https://www1.nyc.gov/nychope/site/page/home
https://newdestinyhousing.org/
646-472-0262
New Destiny Housing Resource Center
https://newdestinyhousing.org/housing-help/
Family Justice Centers - Provides free services and confidential services by phone and in