Find information about a wide array of housing resources available, including affordable housing, options for those experiencing homelessness, senior living, and more. Tenants can also find information on their rights and protections, including legal advice, community organization support, and more.
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Nation and Statewide Resources:
Tenants Rights can be found HERE
New York State Tenant Resources can be found HERE
New York State Attorney General’s Resources can be found HERE
NY Law Help provides legal resources for NY for Tenants state renters and residents. Access the resources HERE
NYSBA – New York State Bar Association provides all the legalities for tenants Access the resources HERE
Find out what benefits you could be eligible for on https://mybenefits.ny.gov run through NYS. This will check your eligibility for all NYS assistance programs
Nation and Statewide Resources:
Tenants Rights can be fuound HERE
New York State Eviction FAQ page can be found HERE
NY Law Help provides legal resources for NY state based landlords. Access the resources HERE
NYSBA – New York State Bar Association provides all the legalities for tenants Access the resources HERE
County Resources
Learn about Registering Short Term Rentals in Greene County HERE
Find out what benefits you could be eligible for on https://mybenefits.ny.gov run through NYS. This will check your eligibility for all NYS assistance programs
Nation and Statewide Resources:
Search for Statewide Senior and Disability housing on the official NYS Homes and Community Renewal page. Access these resources HERE
Low income seniors may receive help for home energy bills through HEAP (Heating and Energy Assistance Program), can help low income seniors pay for heating/energy costs. For more information, call 518-719-3700 & for guidelines click here to visit their website.
National Coalition on Aging NCOA’s Use Your Home to Stay at Home© is the official federally approved consumer booklet for older homeowners considering tapping their home equity using a reverse mortgage. The guide also provides information on other housing and home equity options available to older adults looking to remain in their homes as they age. Download the booklet here.
Use “Search Tools ” at the bottom of Medicare website to search nationwide and to compare nursing homes
Nursing Home Patient Care Complaints line: 1(888)201-4563
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) sponsored by the American Red Cross, in partnership with the New York State Office for the Aging State Ombudsman Program. The LTCOP works to provide strong advocacy for residents’ rights and quality of life issues for those who live in nursing homes and adult care facilities. Access these resources HERE or contact Region 5: Theresa Norburn 1(845)229-4680 Email:theresa@ltccc.org
Looking for Home Care Resources or Care Giver Support? Click here to go to our Heath Care Resource Page
Real Property Tax Exemption: Homeowners age 65 and older, veterans and people with disabilities may qualify for an exemption to
reduce their real property tax. Contact the local Tax Assessor
Local Resources:
Senior Guidance provides comprehensive resources on various senior living options including those in Greene County. Access this resource HERE
Greene County Office of the Aging offers services to adults 60 and older in maintaining and/or improving their social, economic, health, safety and nutritional status. Our mission is to ensure older adults stay independent for as long as possible and have a network of supportive services in the county. Call (518) 719-3555 during office hours. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday