Network Chief Operating Officer Cynthia Stuart Leaves the Network after 19 Years of Service

After nearly two decades of dedicated service, the Supportive Housing Network of New York announces with deep gratitude that Chief Operating Officer Cynthia Stuart has moved on from the organization. Cynthia began her journey at the Network as Director of Communications and ever since has played a pivotal role in expanding both the organization’s reach and the footprint of supportive housing across New York City and State. Her tireless dedication, deep passion, and unwavering commitment to the Network, its members and tenants helped shape the organization and supportive housing stock into what it is today.

The Network Joins Elected Officials and Advocates to Celebrate the Passing of Intro 1100, the “Jail is Not a Home” Bill

On August 14th, the Network was proud to stand with Council Member Carlina Rivera, Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) and The Fortune Society to celebrate the passage of Intro 1100, the "Jail is Not a Home" bill.

The Network and Housing Works Hold Statewide “Hands Off Housing” Day of Action

On July 31st, the Network, Housing Works and community-based partners held a statewide “Hands Off Housing” Day of Action to protect critical housing programs, including Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) and the Continuum of Care (CoC).

The Network Celebrates the Completion of its 2025 Safety & Well-Being Training Series & Community of Practice Initiative

On July 31st, the Network celebrated the successful conclusion of its 2025 Safety & Well-Being Training Series and Community of Practice (CoP) initiative. This was the second year of the series and 25 agencies participated, 730 unique staff received training, 280 earned training certificates of completion, and 30 staff completed the CoP cohort.

HousingPlus Opens Shepherd Glenmore Apartments

On July 30th, HousingPlus and Spatial Equity joined project partners to celebrate the opening of Shepherd Glenmore. This new residence brings 123 affordable apartments, including 74 supportive apartments for those who have experience or are at risk of homelessness to Cypress Hills, Brooklyn. On-site services are provided by Housing Plus, funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) and administered by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance.

Home Leasing Opens Huntington Apartments

On July 22nd, Home Leasing and Eagle Star Housing joined project partners to celebrate the opening of Huntington Apartments, which was previously home to the iconic Huntington Building. This new residence brings 53 affordable apartments, including 27 supportive apartments for homeless veterans, to the Village of Seneca Falls. On-site services are provided by Eagle Star Housing, funded by the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (ESSHI) administered by New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA).

July Awareness Month

In July, the Network celebrated Disability Pride and BIPOC Mental Health Month with spotlights on social media.

Funding Boost Could Fulfill City's Pledge to Expand Housing for New Yorkers Who Cycle Between Shelter and Jail

Opinion: Enhancing Access to Supportive Housing is Key to Criminal Justice Reform

Housing advocates warn Trump budget cuts could increase NYC homelessness

Housing advocates rally in Argyle to halt federal funding cuts

Comings & Goings

Lorraine Coleman is the Senior Director, Real Estate at Community Access
Alexandra Francis is the Executive Vice President, Supportive Housing and Homeless Services at BronxWorks
Carlina Rivera is the President & Chief Executive Officer at NYSAFAH
Paul Leiffrig is the Chief Financial Officer at Community Access

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