Gregory Wilkenson

Transitional Housing in Brentwood NY

Providing housing and supportive services for individuals or families who are homeless or near-homeless. The goal is to help them become self-sufficient and to move toward independent living on their own.

Affordable Housing Options for Low Income Renters

A variety of programs offer low-income households in Brentwood the opportunity to obtain a rental subsidy through the federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. These vouchers are designed to pay a portion of the rent for a low-income tenant and can be used by any qualifying individual or family.

Temporary Shelter, Emergency Housing & Case Management for Women and Children

The organization offers temporary shelter to women who are homeless or in danger of being homeless, along with assistance in locating a permanent home and other social services such as transportation and referrals. The agency also offers a program called Gatehouse that provides emergency shelter for young adults ages 16-21 who are homeless and female.

Community Residences - State Operated, Residential Facilities

These residential facilities range from 10 beds to 24 beds and are staffed by staff around the clock. They provide a safe, caring environment for homeless individuals with mental health or substance use disorders to improve their skills and to prepare them for more permanent housing placement.

Outreach’s Recovery Residence for Women, located at Crooked Hill Campus in Brentwood NY, provides a safe and secure place for women and their children who have completed an intensive residential or inpatient treatment program to return to community living. Residents enjoy a caring home environment with one or two housemates and staff visits several times a week to assist with housing placement, personal care, transportation training, financial literacy, and access to community resources and services.