Episode Details

We are kicking off Season 2 with Shams, Da Homeless Hero, someone who works to represent all who are experiencing homelessness. An NYC father shares his story experiencing homelessness as a child and as an adult with his son. Shams and his family has faced numerous challenges in the foster care and homelessness system and understands the trauma of homelessness. His lived experience is part of what fuels his continued fight to end homelessness and poverty. Da Homeless Hero's story continues next week, stay tuned!  Follow Hear Our Voices on Twitter and Instagram: @nyc_hov  And follow Da Homeless Hero on Twitter (@homeless_hero) and Instagram (@dahomelesshero) Information on DHS' Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) intake center: Families with children younger than 21 years of age. Pregnant women. Families with a pregnant woman. 151 East 151st Street Bronx, NY 10451 (718) 503-6400 Open 24 hours PATH Brochure English Booklet and Spanish Booklet on eligibility process and how to get help if determined “ineligible."