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New Pilot Brings Home Health Aides to NYC's Homeless

For people leaving homelessness behind, the hardest part often isn't getting the keys to a new apartment — it's the weeks afterward, when Medicaid paperwork hasn't caught up and essential care can lapse. NYC Health + Hospitals' new Bridge to Care pilot, backed by the Helmsley Charitable Trust, is designed to close exactly that gap. The program has already placed 22 formerly homeless patients into Fischer Senior Apartments in the Bronx, pairing them with home health aides during the 45-to-90-day stretch before Medicaid coverage kicks in. Patient Edward Johnson, now receiving treatment for leukemia from the stability of his own apartment, describes the support as the difference between managing his recovery and facing it alone. The initiative is one piece of Project ASAP, the health system's broader push to speed up supportive housing placements citywide.

NYC Rent Board Approves Historic Rent Freeze

The Rent Guidelines Board's annual vote is one of the most closely watched housing decisions in New York City because it directly affects the rent that can be charged for millions of residents living in rent-stabilized apartments. Each year, the board reviews financial data on building operating costs, inflation, maintenance expenses, and tenants' economic conditions before determining whether rents should increase, decrease, or remain unchanged for lease renewals. This year's vote drew heightened attention following the election of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who pledged during his campaign to pursue a rent freeze as part of a broader effort to address the city's affordability challenges.

NYC Health + Hospitals Launches 2026 Farmers Markets

NYC Health + Hospitals has announced the return of its seasonal farmers markets, bringing fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables directly to hospital campuses and community health centers throughout New York City. Operated in partnership with GrowNYC and Harvest Home, the markets are designed to improve access to healthy food while supporting local agriculture. Residents can shop using a variety of payment options, including EBT/SNAP, WIC benefits, and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons. Market locations are available across the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens, with most operating through November.

Voices of NYC: Guidelines & Submissions Page

Voices of NYC is a community commentary platform where New Yorkers can share their perspectives on issues affecting their neighborhoods, boroughs, and the city as a whole. Whether you're a homeowner, renter, business owner, educator, healthcare worker, advocate, student, community leader, or simply a resident with something to say, we want to hear from you.

Zinerman Secures $10M for Marcus Garvey Armory

A major milestone has been reached in the effort to transform the historic Marcus Garvey Armory into a vibrant community destination for Central Brooklyn. Assemblymember Stefani Zinerman announced a $10 million state investment that will help move the redevelopment project forward, supporting future plans for cultural programming, recreation, workforce training, entrepreneurship, nonprofit collaboration, and public gathering space. Community leaders, stakeholders, and development partners highlighted the project as a long-term investment in opportunity, economic growth, and neighborhood revitalization shaped by extensive resident input.

Williams: Our Community Is Tired of Lies and Smears

Assemblymember Jaime Williams issued a statement criticizing political smears and misinformation during the final days of the campaign. Williams said voters should focus on leadership, community progress, and her record of securing resources for neighborhoods throughout the 59th Assembly District.