Nassau Suffolk Law Services

Applications will be accepted starting 9 a.m. today, June 1. Visit otda.ny.gov/ERAP to apply or watch this short video to find out more information: bit.ly/3fvc4r9

NY tenants who experienced financial hardship due to the pandemic may be eligible for the NYS Emergency Rental Assistance Program, starting June 1, 2021. Find out what benefits are available and who is eligible here: www.otda.ny.gov/programs/emergency-rental-assistance/faq.asp

Our offices are closed today as we recognize the sacrifice made by so many to uphold the American ideals of liberty and justice for all.

NYS ERAP is now taking applications! You may be eligible for help to address rental and utility arrears accumulated during the COVID-19 crisis. What do I need to apply? Personal ID Social Security Number... Proof of rental amount Proof of residency & occupancy Proof of Income Copy of utility bill (if applying for help paying for utility arrears) Full List Here: www.otda.ny.gov/programs/emergency-rental-assistance/#apply

Today is the last day to apply for the NYC Section 8 Voucher Waitlist. Section 8 Vouchers provide a subsidy to help low-income renters afford safe, decent housing. hcr.ny.gov/section8

TECH TIPS for applying for the NY State Emergency Rental Assistance Program: 1. The application seems to work best in Google Chrome. 2. If you are experiencing difficulties, you could try to clear your cookies and browsing data to see if that solves the problem. 3. If you receive an error message, it could be that the portal is down temporarily due to high volume. Please try to refresh the page. 4. You may also receive an error message if there is missing infor...mation, in that case, hit back and correct the information highlighted in red. Visit LawHelp/NY's website for updated tech tips! https://www.lawhelpny.org//ny-state-emergency-rental-assis

Visit LawHelp/NY for a list of tech tips before you begin the ERAP application that may help you complete the online application. https://www.lawhelpny.org//ny-state-emergency-rental-assis

The "Emergency" HEAP benefit is now available! Find out more below and feel free to share!

As snow blankets the Northeast, please think of our unhoused neighbors who do not have a warm place to stay at night. Everyone deserves access to safety and shelter, especially during these difficult times. Housing is a human right!!

Today is the FINAL DAY to apply for The COVID Rent Relief Program. Previous applicants do not have to reapply. Applications available on our website: https://hcr.ny.gov/rrp OR reach our call center at 1-833-499-0318.

Landlords - If you think your tenants may be eligible for the COVID Rent Relief Extension Program, have them go to: hcr.ny.gov/RRP OR reach our call center open... Monday Friday, 8:30 A.M. 5 P.M. 1-833-499-0318. Application period is open through February 1, 2021. Caseros: Si cree sus inquilinos son elegibles para el Programa Extendido de Ayuda de Alquiler de COVID, dígales entrar a: hcr.ny.gov/RRP o contactar nuestro centro de llamadas Lunes a Viernes, 8:30am a 5:00pm al 1-833-499-0318. Período de aplicación abierto hasta Feb/1ro/2021.

Las aplicaciónes del programa COVID Rent Relief ahora se aceptarán hasta el 1 de Febrero. Para aplicar, visite http://hcr.ny.gov/RRP. Si necesita ayuda, por favor llame al 1-833-499-0318.

New Emergency Rental Assistance Program for COVID-19 Relief is now available for several townships in Suffolk County! You may qualify for a one-time payment of 100% of one month’s rent, up to a maximum of $2,500. Additional eligibility criteria apply. www.waitlistcheck.com/NY3089 Pre-Application will be open from December 15, 2020, at 12:00pm until January 15, 2021, at 3:00pm. ________________ ¡El Programa de Asistencia de Alquiler de Emergencia por el COVID-19 ya está dis...ponible para varios municipios del condado de Suffolk! Usted puede calificar para recibir un pago único que cubra el 100% de un mes de alquiler, hasta un máximo de $2,500. Hay otros criterios de elegibilidad. www.waitlistcheck.com/NY3089 La Pre-Solicitud estará abierta desde el 15 de diciembre de 2020 a las 12:00 p.m. hasta el 15 de enero de 2021 a las 3:00 p.m. See more

NSLS Advisory Council Chair, Jeffrey Kimmel, Esq., is a managing partner at Salenger, Sack, Kimmel & Bavaro, and has served on our Advisory Council’s Governor Affairs Committee. Check out his video on why he supports Law Services' work. #GivingTuesday #Legal #community

#GivingTuesday invites everyone to celebrate the holiday season by giving back and creating change in their communities. Together, we can make a difference! www.tinyurl.com/NSLSGivingTuesday

Are you looking for information about your school district's COVID cases? New York State requires all school districts to report daily data on the COVID infection rate, new cases at every school, and whether those infected are students or staffers. This information is publicly available at https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov/#/home. You can search for results for your child's school by either the district name or address.

Feeling grateful? Turn that gratitude into generosity. #GivingTuesday is only 5 days away! Your generosity will enable us to continue to provide equal access to justice to our Long Island families. www.tinyurl.com/NSLSGivingTuesday

¡SU OPINIÓN CUENTA! La Comisión Permanente de Acceso a las Cortes del Estado de Nueva York está pidiendo su ayuda para recolectar información sobre los usuarios de las cortes para determinar la eficacia y la accesibilidad de los sistemas judiciales virtuales e híbridos que se han estado utilizando durante esta pandemia en el estado de NY. Si usted está aconsejando a los litigantes en las cortes estatales o si usted está apareciendo en la corte, por favor comparta el link de la encuesta y pídales que completen la encuesta. www.surveymonkey.com/r/NYPCATJ-Spanish

Today we're thankful for our employees, volunteers, donors and supporters. In a year of unprecedented challenges, your dedication to justice has been critical to Long Islanders in need. We wish you and your family a safe and happy Thanksgiving.