Resources

NeighborWorks America offers additional tips that every person should review as they are preparing to buy a home.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares what you should know before you hire a contractor.

The following article by Marjorie Cohen on Brick Underground discusses the importance of home inspections for apartment or condo purchases as well as general guidance on choosing an inspector. Eight specific areas are highlighted as essential areas for an inspector to consider when looking at a unit in a larger complex.

This podcast discusses housing options and important housing-related topics for people with I/DD. In season one of A Housing Journey Podcast, host John Maltby explains complicated housing topics in a simple way. Each episode is easy to follow and uses clear language to introduce important topics such as “Types of Housing” and “Creating a Housing Plan.”

"Person Centered" is a term we hear all the time, but what does it really mean? Join your host, Chris Liuzzo, as he brings you conversations with people that explore aspects of person centered planning and person centered work that will bring the plans we make with people to life.

In season two of A Housing Journey Podcast, host BJ Stasio brings you insightful conversations with special guests that explore key housing-related topics along the housing journey, including homeownership, technology, and environmental modifications.

Marieta Austin provides an overview of the housing planning journey with key questions to consider at each stage of the process.

Guide to SNAP benefits provided by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.

The Fair Housing Justice Center provides targeted financial assistance for accessibility modifications for people with disabilities in NYC, Long Island, and several neighboring counties. Visit their website to learn more.

The Adirondack Community Housing Trust preserves a selection of homes in the Adirondack Park as affordable for families making up to 120% of the area median income. Visit their website to learn more.

This Administrative Directive Memorandum (ADM) identifies OPWDD requirements for residential provider agencies and providers of care management in the Certified Residential Opportunities (CRO) process.

Modern ADU Plans provides answers to an extensive list of frequently asked questions about designing, funding, and constructing an ADU. Visit their website to learn more.

In this article, ADU Homes describes the benefits of universal design in the construction of ADUs to support people to age in place.

Advocates for Children of New York is a Parent Training & Information Center serving the 5 burroughs of New York City. Funded by the US Department of Education, a PTIC provides training, information, and assistance to parents of children with disabilities.

An overview of affordable housing in NYS provided by members of the New York State Association for Affordable Housing.

The NYS Affordable Housing Corporation (AHC) creates homeownership opportunities for income-eligible families by providing grants to organizations to subsidize the cost of new construction or renovation.

The need for more affordable housing is widely acknowledged, but the financial steps involved in creating and sustaining such housing are confusing. This article explains the foundational concepts of affordable housing finance, covering capital stacks, subsidy options, and the cost of capital.

A brief guide on how to use state and local relief funding for affordable housing development and preservation.

Search tool for affordable properties available to voucher holders seeking units in the private market.

AARP provides a page of resources to learn more about ADUs, including free print and dowloadable publications.

A planning tool that provides a step-by-step guide for affordable housing units, from application to move-in date.

HUD provides this brief video on the basics of thinking about and getting ready for homeownership.

Hands on Banking provides this checklist to help determine if you are ready to buy a house.

New York State legislation regarding fair housing and equal rights is captured in Article 15 of the Executive laws of New York.