Trainings

The Consortium partners with organizations to provide trainings for frontline and direct service workers in the human services sector across New York City. These trainings provide the workforce with the education and resources they need to better serve their clients and patients.

Training partners include the Legal Aid Society, New York Legal Assistance Group, NYC Government, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Our Trainings

Navigating the housing and shelter system is complex. Our housing trainings provide clarity on supportive housing, shelter, housing vouchers, and more.

Topics include:

  • Housing Vouchers

  • Supportive Housing 101

  • Overview of Affordable Housing

  • Rental Arrears

Housing

It’s critical for your clients to understand their legal rights. Our trainings offer insights into resources that empower individuals to seek justice and resolve legal issues effectively.

Topics include:

  • Reporting Voucher Discrimination

  • Homeless Rights

  • Naturalization for Low-Income and Disabled Green Card Holders

  • Preventing Evictions

Legal

Accessing quality healthcare is key to reducing health disparities. Our healthcare trainings equip staff with the knowledge and tools to understand insurance and healthcare services.

Topics include:

  • Medicaid + Medicare

  • Health and Recovery Plans (HARP)

  • Overview of Adult Care Facilities

Healthcare

Benefits

Our government benefits training offers guidance on eligibility criteria, application processes, and how to maximize support to help ensure that individuals can access the financial assistance they need.

Topics include:

  • Social Security Income + Social Security Disability Insurance

  • Health Home Care Management

  • HASA & Public Benefits for People Living with HIV/AIDS