About EHAP
CHI's Emergency Housing Assistance Program (EHAP) is a scattered site temporary housing program for homeless families in Westchester, NY. Only families who are residing in shelter and referred by Westchester Department of Social Services can enroll in the program.
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Facilities
Open Market Apartments
Housing units in EHAP are open market apartments in the general community, providing families with comfortable, dignified living spaces while they work toward permanent housing solutions.
Services
Comprehensive support services to help families achieve stability and independence
Case Management
Housing Counselors provide case management, advocacy and direct assistance services. They assess housing needs, financial resources, financial management skills, health care needs, academic and vocational needs, hygiene and housekeeping skills.
Independent Living Plans
Personalized Independent Living Plans (ILP) are built around comprehensive assessments. Families are connected to community services, trainings, and employment opportunities to help them achieve their life goals.
Community Services
Families are connected to essential community resources including job training programs, educational services, healthcare, childcare, and other vital support systems that promote long-term stability.
Direct Housing Support
Counselors provide direct support to families to find permanent housing including sharing housing opportunities, assisting with housing applications, interviews, and inspections, and advocating with landlords, lease signing, and the actual move into new housing.
"Our goal is to provide families with the tools, resources, and support they need to transition successfully from temporary housing to permanent, stable homes where they can thrive independently."
For Assistance
If you are in a shelter in Westchester, NY and are interested in this program, please reach out to your shelter Case Manager
| County / City | Info Line |
|---|---|
| Westchester County DCMH Westchester County DSS 85 Court St. 5th Floor White Plains NY 10601 | 914-995-2000 |