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How to Get an Order of Protection in Suffolk County, NY
If you are a victim of domestic violence or fear for your safety, obtaining an order of protection is an important step to ensure your safe
homelesslongisland
Feb 81 min read
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Sample Letters Regarding Fair Housing Article § 3604(3)(B) Reasonable accommodations.
How can I write letters from my doctor to the Department of Social Services regarding reasonable accommodations for individuals with pets,
homelesslongisland
Jan 43 min read
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Transfer Your Section 8 Housing Before the One-Year Restriction: Letter Templates and Reasons to Help Get Your Transfer Approved.
Transferring out of Section 8 housing before the one-year restriction can be a complex process, and it’s essential to communicate
homelesslongisland
Nov 11, 20243 min read
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How to File for Bankruptcy: Complete Guide to Chapter 7 & Chapter 13 Forms and Requirements"
Filing a bankruptcy pro-si is possible this blog will explain how to along with forms needed to file. We highly recommend to consult and...
homelesslongisland
Nov 4, 20243 min read
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How to submit a claim into NYS unclaimed funds.
If you believe you have unclaimed money in New York State, you can submit a claim to recover it through the New York State Comptroller's...
homelesslongisland
Nov 2, 20243 min read
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I can’t pay my rent anymore. What do I do?
I'm sorry to hear that you're facing difficulties with paying your rent, there are resources available to help individuals in your...
homelesslongisland
Sep 28, 20242 min read
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How to slow down the eviction process in Suffolk NY.
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homelesslongisland
Sep 28, 20243 min read
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SILO SPA (single point of access), SSI (social security income), SSD (social security disability) , Subsidized Senior and disabled housing applications. Get the helpful links you need here PDF files
SILO SPA, SSI, SSD Subsidized Senior and disabled housing applications. Helpful links get the forms you need to get the benefits you deserve
homelesslongisland
Sep 20, 20242 min read
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Fair Housing Laws and Assistance Animals Questions and Answers. Know Your Rights.
Under fair housing laws people with disabilities cannot be discriminated against because of their disability. Denying an individual a reason
homelesslongisland
Sep 14, 20245 min read
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Sample letter to obtain your IEP from your school to submit your application for SSI, SSD, SSDI benefit’s.
I am writing to formally request copies of all paperwork and records pertaining to my Individualized Education Program (IEP) during my time
homelesslongisland
Sep 2, 20241 min read
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The wording in an order to show cause, and how to draft your own OSC.
The wording in an order to show cause in regard to an eviction will vary depending on the jurisdiction, but it will generally include the...
homelesslongisland
Aug 20, 20243 min read
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The foreclosure process in New York State.
the foreclosure process in new york state
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homelesslongisland
Aug 19, 20242 min read
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Know Your Rights: Understanding Tenant Rights for DSS Renters in New York State
This does not pertain to CHI housing, or a shelter. Understanding Tenant Rights in New York State: Eviction Procedures If you are renting...
homelesslongisland
Aug 8, 20242 min read
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Stop paying rent in cash until you read this blog! Learn how to protect yourself.
### Why You Should Always Get a Receipt When Paying Rent in Cash and How to Protect Yourself Paying rent in cash can be convenient, but...
homelesslongisland
Jul 31, 20243 min read
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I'm about to be homeless because I lost my house to foreclosure.
This blog will help you if you are about to go homeless and help you learn the eviction process
homelesslongisland
Apr 4, 20243 min read
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Legal aid for issues such as eviction defense, social security claims, and identification documentation assistance.
All about Legal aid for issues such as eviction defenses , social security claims, and identification documentation.homeless Suffolk county
homelesslongisland
Mar 13, 20241 min read
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Why do some police harass the homeless?
There are a number of reasons why police may harass the homeless. Some of these reasons include: *Negative stereotypes:** Homeless...
homelesslongisland
Feb 10, 20242 min read
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What you need to know about the homeless being hit by cars
Over the years of ministering to the homeless. We often get sad news that a homeless friend was hit by a car. Some die and some get...
homelesslongisland
Jan 28, 20242 min read
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I was just served an eviction notice from the sheriff. What do I do?
I was just served an eviction notice from the sheriff. What do I do? I'm not a lawyer, but I can offer some general guidance on what to...
homelesslongisland
Oct 11, 20232 min read
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The Invisible Danger: Homelessness and the Risk of Pedestrian Accidents
In the midst of the ongoing homelessness crisis in the United States, an often-overlooked aspect of the predicament is the elevated risk...
homelesslongisland
Sep 9, 20232 min read
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