PROGRAMS / GENERAL HOUSING PROGRAMS
Eviction Prevention
WRO provides eviction prevention grants to renters, and relocation help for the homeless based on completing application and providing documents. If we are unable to assist then a referral can be made for assistance from another agency. Client can only be assisted with one month’s payment. Clients MUST first apply at their local Department of social services office locations listed below or on last page of application.
*Upon receiving services you are required to attend a financial literacy "Credit & Budgeting" workshop.
Click here for the Interagency Eviction Prevention Application -(pdf)
At this time WRO has funding to cover:
- Rental arrears and First month’s rent
- Security deposits - Ask about availability!
If you are facing eviction there are some steps you should take before scheduling an appointment for assistance. Go to the Department of Social Services for your city. You will have to apply for rental arrears assistance. If you are denied or need additional assistance please contact WRO to schedule an appointment with one of our housing counselors.
Social Service Agencies:
- Mt. Vernon: 100 East First Street
- Peekskill: 750 Washington Avenue
- White Plains: 85 Court Street
- Yonkers: 131 Warburton Avenue
Utility Shut-off Prevention
WRO provides assistance to clients with a Con Edison turn-off notice. The assistance covers up to one month’s service upon completing an application and providing documents. Con Edison bill has to be in the applicant’s name. Client must first apply at the Department of Social Services for assistance.
* PLEASE NOTE: Please contact WRO prior to submitting an application for utility assistance
Click here for the Utility Application -(pdf)
The following funding is available for assistance. Please be advised that you must meet program guidelines for receipt of any one of the following:
HPRP – Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing
ESG – Emergency Service Grants
EFSP – Emergency Food Services Program
