What they reported doing
- #1 primary $6.03MThe Supported Housing Program is a scattered site apartment initiative designed to provide independent living options to mentally ill adults at specific locations throughout the Borough. The goal of this program is to prevent the unnecessary or inappropriate use of psychiatric inpatient resources and to maximize community reintegration in the least restrictive setting for the psychiatric consumer.
- #2 $2.00MTransitional Congregate Housing Program - is an emergency housing program for single adults living with HIV/AIDS who are referred by the NYC HASA. This housing program assists individuals in meeting their goals of independent housing, school, employment and self-empowerment. We will support the client to attain these goals in a realistic manner.
What they call their work
What they do
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Supportive Housing for Mental Illness 4 activities
- Operate congregate residential programs for Spanish-speaking individuals with severe mental illnessRuns a 12-bed supervised community residence for monolingual and bilingual Spanish-speaking adults with severe and persistent mental illness transitioning from Bronx Psychiatric Center to community living. Provides residential support, counseling, and referrals to rehabilitative services aligned with individual needs.
- Operate permanent congregate housing for medically challenged homeless adultsManages a 47-bed permanent congregate housing program in the Bronx for homeless single adults who are medically challenged, offering fully furnished studio apartments and shared amenities such as lounges, laundry, a community room, garden, and recreational facilities, along with on-site case management and vocational counseling.
- Operate scattered-site supported housing for mentally ill adultsProvides independent living options through a 190-bed scattered-site apartment program for adults with serious mental illness, promoting community reintegration and reducing reliance on psychiatric inpatient care. On-site support services include case management, counseling, and referral services.
- Provide comprehensive housing and support services across multiple populationsDelivers housing and supportive services in therapeutic and rehabilitative environments for elderly individuals, seriously mentally ill adults, homeless adults, and adults with special needs or physical challenges. Includes on-site case management, counseling, peer support, socialization opportunities, 24-hour security, and resident amenities such as exercise rooms, lounges, computer labs, laundry, and gardens.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Develop supportive housing buildings with on-site servicesIn development of a 14-story, 83-unit building providing permanent housing with on-site case management and housing services, including 50 units for people with special needs and 30 units for low-income seniors and families.
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
- Provide emergency and transitional housing for homeless adultsOperates emergency and transitional housing programs for homeless single adults, including a 55-bed program for those with medical issues and a 55-bed HASA-eligible program for adults and families. Facilities offer fully furnished private rooms, shared amenities, on-site case management, substance abuse and mental health counseling, medical linkage, and assistance securing permanent housing.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Provide senior support services through SCAP and Maturity WorksOffers the Senior Case Assistance Program (SCAP) to help older adults access public benefits including Food Stamps, Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, and provides referrals to health, mental health, substance abuse, and elder abuse services. Also operates Maturity Works Employment program to support job readiness and employment for seniors, with translation, notary, and bilingual Spanish-speaking staff available.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ed Poppiti | President/CEO | 35 | $547K |
| Orlando Acevedo | FORMER CFO | 35 | $351K |
- Catherine Garcia — Director
- Clifford Muniz — Chairperson
- Love Betancourt — Vice Chair
- Marzetta Harris — Director
- Rosita Deleon — Director
- Thelvis Alston — Sec./Treasurer
Who they work with
- Bronx Psychiatric Center Partner — Source of referrals for a 12-bed congregate treatment program serving Spanish-speaking patients with severe mental illness.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used to share updates on events, career opportunities, and programs.
- HASA Government — Funder of the Eagle Gardens project
- HPD Government — Funder of the Eagle Gardens project
- HRA Government — Funder of the Eagle Gardens project
- HRA Government — HRA sets admission criteria for the transitional housing program.
- Hogar family Partner — Community of supporters and individuals connected to Hogar Inc.
- Instagram Partner — Platform used to share updates on events, career opportunities, and programs.
- NYC Department For the Aging Government — Sponsors the Senior Case Assistance Program (SCAP).
- NYC Department of Homeless Services Government — Funding and referral partner for homeless shelter services.
- NYC HASA Government — Referral source for transitional congregate housing program for individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
- NYC HRA/HASA Government — Sponsor and referral agency for the Hogar Garden Plaza Permanent Congregate Housing Program
- NYS Office of Mental Health Government — Sponsor of Ogden Court supportive housing facility
- NYS Office of Mental Health Government — Sponsor of the Ariel Congregate Residential Program
- NYS Office of Mental Health Government — Sponsor of the Supported Apartment Housing Program
- Office of the Bronx Borough President Government — Sponsors the Senior Case Assistance Program (SCAP).
- X Partner — Platform used to share updates on events, career opportunities, and programs.
How they approach the work
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- Benefits Navigation to Enhance Access to Public Entitlementsmethodology: benefits navigationBy helping seniors navigate complex public benefit systems through orientation and advocacy, the organization increases access to critical resources, because systemic barriers often prevent eligible individuals from obtaining benefits they are entitled to, especially among marginalized or elderly populations.
- Housing First with Case Managementmethodology: housing-first_with_case_managementBy offering immediate access to permanent housing without preconditions and pairing it with ongoing case management, the organization increases housing retention and stability, because sustained support helps individuals—especially those transitioning from homelessness or emergency settings—successfully navigate the challenges of independent living.
- Permanent Supportive Housing with Integrated Servicesmethodology: permanent_supportive_housingBy providing permanent housing combined with on-site supportive services such as case management, counseling, and peer support, the organization promotes long-term stability and well-being for vulnerable populations, because continuous, coordinated care in a stable home environment enables individuals to manage mental and physical health challenges more effectively.
- Rehabilitative Approach Centered on Individual Choicemethodology: rehabilitative focusBy tailoring services to individual strengths, needs, and preferences, the organization enhances resident independence and personal outcomes, because a person-centered rehabilitative model fosters autonomy, engagement, and self-efficacy in managing daily life and social integration.
- Supported Scattered-Site Housing for Community Reintegrationmethodology: supported_housingBy placing individuals in independent, scattered-site apartments with supportive services, the organization supports community integration in the least restrictive setting and reduces psychiatric hospitalizations, because living in real-world housing environments with tailored supports promotes recovery and prevents institutionalization.