Helping New Yorkers rise from poverty, exit homelessness, and be healthy
Learn about how CUCS is making a difference in the lives of vulnerable New Yorkers. Join CUCS and make a difference this December.
A CUCS client reflects on her journey from trauma to stability in this must-read op-ed. Together, we can create a future where every New Yorker has a place to call home.
In this issue, we offer you the opportunity to watch Sharifa’s Story, which shows the journey out of homelessness for a family living in CUCS family supportive housing.
We also provide an engaging recap of our memorable fall fundraiser, Igniting Hope.
In an important letter to the editor responding to a recent New York Times article, Dr. Van Yu, Chief Medical Officer of CUCS, explains the critical work of providing compassionate care to those living on our streets.
“If you encounter a neighbor living outside, chances are we know them. We very likely have offered them care. If they have accepted that care, then we have reduced their suffering and are helping them along their pathway to housing. If they haven’t, we will keep trying.” – Dr. Van Yu
This month’s CUCS Report provides a brief introduction to the unique and impactful work that CUCS provides homeless families through our growing portfolio of permanent supportive housing family sites.
As you read this month’s newsletter and learn more about CUCS’ permanent housing family sites, we hope that you decide to join us on October 17th for “Igniting Hope: Making a Difference for all New Yorkers”
CUCS offers a holistic approach to the services we provide our clients. Wherever they are, whatever they need, we have a program and a staff that meets them, guides and provides for them, and helps them formulate and meet their goals.
As you read about the work at Paul’s Place Drop-in Center and hear from our Program Director, Tamara Bryant, you will understand how our staff provides the same care we would want for our own families.
CUCS/Janian is at the forefront of serving our most vulnerable populations. Using a variety of models to help New York’s homeless population, CUCS/Janian offers essential services such as primary medical care, psychiatric support, and assistance with finding permanent housing.
In this op ed, co-authored by CUCS Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel and Joslyn Carter, Administrator of the NYC Department of Homeless Services, we share the importance of partnership in creating solutions. Washington Street Safe Haven will help individuals transition from the streets to stable homes.
Read how CUCS is changing lives and strengthening communities across the city.
Please read this in-depth article by Phenix Kim in the latest edition of New York Nonprofit Media.
https://www.nynmedia.com/news/2024/07/how-homelessness-can-be-viewed-symptom-mental-illness/398033/
Jennifer’s story is a success story - a story of hope. Her journey out of homelessness takes her through transitional housing, case management, and permanent supportive housing.
I am so excited for every new permanent supportive housing program we open because that is the best, most effective intervention to solve homelessness.
What's important to me? My health, stability...I just want a job. I'm thankful for the Hannigan.