Help for homeowners is here
La ayuda para los propietarios está aquí
In these challenging times, our clients need your support more than ever.
Housing is always Essential – please donate today to WRO!
En estos tiempos difíciles, nuestros clientes necesitan su apoyo más que nunca. La vivienda siempre es esencial – ¡done hoy a WRO!
New York State Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium extended to January 15, 2022
Yonkers Residents:
As of July 31, 2021, Yonkers ERAP program is no longer accepting pre-screening forms, due to overwhelming demand and limited funds.
Who We Are
Since 1968, Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO) has championed the expansion of non-discriminatory housing opportunities in our region for low- and moderate-income households, minorities, senior citizens and persons with disabilities, including psychiatric disabilities. WRO is a HUD approved Housing Counseling Agency, a licensed real estate broker and a United Way agency. All of our housing services for consumers are free (except for credit reports and first-time Home Buying educational material) and are funded by government grants, private contributions and corporate support.
WRO’s homeownership counseling can prepare you to buy a home
WRO is a HUD approved housing counseling agency offering first time home buying education to potential home buyers. WRO’s Homebuying program is designed to assist potential buyers in reviewing their household’s overall financial situation and preparing them for homeownership.
Independent Living Program
WRO’s Independent Living Program assists psychiatrically disabled clients with housing issues and helps them obtain needed services.
Mortgage/Foreclosure Default Counseling
WRO intervenes on behalf of homeowners in danger of mortgage foreclosure and may help financially with mortgage arrears. WRO encourages homeowners to attend our Mortgage Default Orientation Sessions to learn about the process and have an opportunity for Q&A with a counselor.
Fair Housing
Where you live is your choice. Federal, state, and county fair housing laws protect you when you are looking for a place to live and while you are living in your house, co-op, condo, or apartment. WRO works to protect your rights if you live, or are looking for a place to live, in Westchester, Putnam, or Rockland counties in New York State.
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News & Events
New York State Fair Housing Network Applauds Fair Housing Bills Signed By Governor Hochul
New York, NY – January 7, 2022 – On Tuesday, December 21, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law nine fair housing bills to combat housing discrimination throughout New York State. The package of bills was designed to address widespread discrimination highlighted by...
Any household impacted by Ida, that has at least one U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder of any age, can apply to FEMA for an “Other Needs Assistance” grant of up to $35,500.
FEMA will set up Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) where people can file claims for assistance in communities which are particularly damaged. The County is working with FEMA to organize DRCs throughout the county as well as mobile DRCs where residents can file online...
Westchester Residential Opportunities Alleges Housing Discrimination by Dawn Homes Management at Seven Apartment Complexes across New York State
August 11, 2021 -- White Plains, NY – Westchester Residential Opportunities, Inc. (WRO), a non-profit fair housing agency, has filed a housing discrimination complaint against Dawn Homes Management and DHM Properties, the manager and owner of at least 36 apartment...
