Spotlight On: Heidy Mendez
When Heidy Mendez isn’t designing curricula, chaperoning field trips, or leading activities at Prospect Afterschool, she loves to go on road trips and spend time with her family. “Family time is one of my biggest priorities,” said Mendez. “I
Spring 2021 Snapshot of Resident Enrollment in Disability Programs
This Spring 2021 Snapshot takes a look at the HFH resident enrollment in disability programs. The federal Social Security Administration administers two disability programs: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). These programs provide resources to those who
Allie’s Place Afterschool Students Create Long-Lasting Mascot
After much brainstorming, collaboration, and collective creativity, Allie’s Place K-12 Afterschool & Recreation has their mascot. Staff and students alike are thrilled about having a welcoming alligator as their mascot and becoming “Allie’s Gators.” The student group, ranging in
Helpful Donation to New Mothers from Local Old Navy Stores Arrives at HFH Sites
Longtime HFH collaborator, Old Navy, has joined HFH in an organization-wide effort to support young mothers residing in HFH family residences. This spring, donations of diapers, bottles, blankets, and more were given to mothers at each HFH family residence.
Local Kids Living at Bronx Shelter Participate in “Valentine’s Day Love & Gratitude Card Contest” Hosted by Community Leaders
While Mother’s Day sets aside one special day to celebrate moms, we know how important moms are every day of the year. Here’s a little throwback to an amazing Valentine’s Day-themed ode to moms at our Allie’s Place Family
Youth at Saratoga Offer Advice for NYC’s Next Mayor
Students in Saratoga's after-school and recreation program have been spending time not only thinking about what they want their after-school and recreation space to look like (See youth-council-presents-vision-for-new-teen-lounge) but also have been busy talking about what it means to
Youth Council Presents Vision for New Teen Lounge
Students on the Youth Council at HFH’s Saratoga Family Residence conducted a presentation via Zoom outlining their proposal for a new Teen Lounge to a group including longtime HFH collaborator, KidCare, Saratoga and HFH administration, program, and communications staff.
Moms At Bronx Shelter Enjoy Delicious Meals Donated by Country Singer Brett Eldredge
The HFH community at Allie’s Place Family Residence received a special delivery last month. Families were able to enjoy nutritious, and delicious, meals from supporter The Little Beet restaurants on behalf of one of their loyal customers.
Trailblazing with Tools & Tiaras
For HFH programs, the past year has not only been one of adaptation but has also proven to be a time of immense creativity. One of the biggest challenges has been re-creating programs within the COVID-19 safety guidelines. This possible roadblock has been met with innovation by the HFH staff as certain projects shift to focus on individuals and small groups
2020 Year-in-Review
2020 was a year like no other. At HFH, not only did we learn to adapt to the wide-ranging impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, but we also managed to grow and innovate our supports for some of New York
Winter 2021 Snapshot of Resident Employment
Take a quick look at employment stats and trends in this Winter 2021 Snapshot of Resident Employment to learn about why job training and employment assistance are included in HFH's wrap-around services for families.
Homes for the Homeless 2019 and 2020 Biennial Review
HFH provides families experiencing homelessness with more than just a place to sleep. Our four HFH Family Residences are located in the Bronx and Queens. Each offers on-site childcare, early education programming, after-school recreation, wrap-around social
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April showers brought a creative storm to Allie’s Place Afterschool!☔ During Arts & Crafts with Ms. Lauren, students made paper butterflies, got competitive with Spring-themed bingo, and crafted clouds with Q-tip raindrops—a hands-on way to celebrate the season.🦋
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