Senior Citizens
The need for safe, decent and affordable housing remains an ongoing challenge for the State of New York. This agency is committed to meeting this worthy challenge in comprehensive and innovative ways. The programs described below reflect our aim of advancing our housing goals for the benefit of our customers, the people of New York State.
Do you own your home?
- Weatherization - Reduce your fuel bills by making your home more energy efficient free of charge.
- Community-Based Housing Organizations (NPC's/RPC's) - Many of these groups can assist with emergency home repairs or refer you to someone who can.
- For additional information e-mail CDInfo@nyshcr.org
Do you need help finding affordable housing?
- Affordable Housing Directory - Generate a map showing affordable housing for seniors in your area.
- Affordable Housing Projects Now Accepting Rental Applications - New affordable housing projects which are nearing completion and will soon be ready for occupancy.
- Community-Based Housing Organizations (NPC's/RPC's) - Many of these groups can assist you in finding affordable housing.
- Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program - Contact the Section 8 administrator in your area to see if you qualify for assistance.
- State Supervised Middle Income Housing Developments - Find out which developments are currently accepting applications.
- Finding Affordable Housing - Additional resources for finding affordable housing.
- For additional information e-mail DHCRInfo@nyshcr.org
Do you live in a rent controlled or rent stabilized apartment?
- Senior Citizens Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) program - If you live in a rent controlled or rent stabilized apartment, are income eligible and 62 years of age or older this program may provide you an exemption from future rent increases. Additional information on the SCRIE program can be found in Fact Sheet 21
- For additional information e-mail RentInfo@nyshcr.org
Do you live in a manufactured home park?
- Your rights as a tenant in a Manufactured Home Park
- Community-Based Housing Organizations (NPC's/RPC's) - Many of these groups can assist with emergency home repairs or refer you to someone who can.
- Weatherization - Reduce your fuel bills by making your manufactured home more energy efficient free of charge.
- For additional information e-mail DHCRInfo@nyshcr.org
Other resources for senior citizens:
- NYC Department for the Aging (SCRIE)
- NYS Office for the Aging - Guide to Senior Housing
- NYS Office of Attorney General - Helping Seniors
- US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development - Repair and Rehabilitation Loans and Grants
- US Department of Housing and Urban Development - Senior Citizens
Last updated on 10/27/09