Center for Urban Community Services

Center for Urban Community Services Home for Good starts here: https://giving.classy.org/campaign/740591/donate

We are a frontline force of over 500 essential workers dedicated to helping individuals and families rise from poverty, exit homelessness, and be healthy across New York City.

Thankful for an incredible Pet/Vet Outreach Clinic at our Lenniger site! 🐾 With the help of Janian Medical Care and Posi...
04/09/2026

Thankful for an incredible Pet/Vet Outreach Clinic at our Lenniger site! 🐾

With the help of Janian Medical Care and Positive Tails, residents and their pets received checkups, supplies, and compassionate care, all under one roof.

04/07/2026

Easter Sunday brought a special moment for CUCS families at Barclays Center. Children from several of our supportive housing sites, including Hannigan, Williamsbridge, Kingsbridge, Sydell, and Lenniger, took part in the Brooklyn Nets High Five Tunnel during halftime of the Nets vs. Wizards game, stepping onto the court and into the excitement. Thank you to the Brooklyn Nets for giving CUCS families an unforgettable day!

Congratulations to CUCS President and CEO, Dawn M. Pinnock, on being recognized as a Notable Leader in Healthcare by Cra...
04/06/2026

Congratulations to CUCS President and CEO, Dawn M. Pinnock, on being recognized as a Notable Leader in Healthcare by Crain’s New York Business! This distinguished honor celebrates her leadership, innovation, and the meaningful impact she has made across New York’s healthcare landscape. To learn more, crainsnewyork.com.

Sweet Thanks to Our Good Neighbor Sweets Sponsor! 🍰We’re grateful to Baked Cravings for their generous support of this y...
04/03/2026

Sweet Thanks to Our Good Neighbor Sweets Sponsor! 🍰

We’re grateful to Baked Cravings for their generous support of this year’s Home for Good Gala. Their partnership helps us create a warm, welcoming experience for our guests, and furthers our mission to help New Yorkers find a stable path home.

Thank you, Baked Cravings, for being part of this special evening!
Learn more about their work and sweet creations at bakedcravings.com.

Join us for this special night, buy your tickets here:
https://www.cucs.org/homeforgood-2/

Onboarding new staff? This series provides a steady place to start.The DOHMH Core Trainings for Supportive Housing, deve...
04/03/2026

Onboarding new staff? This series provides a steady place to start.

The DOHMH Core Trainings for Supportive Housing, developed with the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, offer a practical, compassionate foundation for staff working in DOHMH‑funded supportive housing.

Each training is grounded in trauma‑informed, person‑centered practice, with an emphasis on dignity, respect, and sustainability, for both tenants and staff.

Continuing Education credits and NYS OASAS renewal credits are available.

Learn more and enroll: cucs.org/training

04/02/2026

From a single small pilot to eight teams serving New Yorkers across 35 ZIP codes. Over ten years, IMT has expanded its reach and deepened its impact, bringing compassionate care to New Yorkers wherever they are. Scroll through the milestones that show how far we’ve come.

Early Bird Tickets are here!We’re excited to invite you to the Home for Good Gala at the Museum of the City of New York....
04/01/2026

Early Bird Tickets are here!

We’re excited to invite you to the Home for Good Gala at the Museum of the City of New York. For a limited time, Early Bird tickets are available at a special discounted rate.

Your ticket includes full access to the Gala and cocktail reception, featuring specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, the chance to explore the museum without crowds, and an inspiring keynote from Jay Dow as we celebrate our honorees.

Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of our mission. Early Bird pricing won’t last.
https://pro.gofundme.com/event/home-for-good-2026/e776270/register/new/select-tickets

“The most important part of my job is supporting the people who go out and support our clients every day.”Carine Maresco...
03/31/2026

“The most important part of my job is supporting the people who go out and support our clients every day.”

Carine Marescot’s work happens largely behind the scenes, but its impact is felt everywhere care is delivered.

As Assistant Director of Operations for Primary Care, Carine focuses on what makes care possible: supporting teams, strengthening workflows, and building systems that can respond to real human needs.

Her approach is rooted in the belief that operations is not separate from care, it is a critical part of it.

That belief also shapes the standard she brings to this work. As Carine puts it,

“Just because we’re caring for people experiencing homelessness doesn’t mean the quality should be less.”

For Women’s History Month, we’re honoring leaders like Carine, women who ensure that dignity, access, and quality are not abstract values, but practices built into how care functions every day.

“The focus here isn’t just numbers, it’s quality of care.”For Women’s History Month, we’re honoring women whose leadersh...
03/30/2026

“The focus here isn’t just numbers, it’s quality of care.”

For Women’s History Month, we’re honoring women whose leadership shapes how care is delivered every day.

As a Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director for Primary Care, Emily leads with authenticity, trust, and a deep commitment to patient‑centered care. In a healthcare system often driven by metrics, she centers what matters most: listening to patients, meeting them where they are, and building partnerships rooted in respect.

Grounded in the nursing discipline, a field built and led by women, Emily brings compassion into every interaction, reminding us that meaningful care begins with trust, presence, and humanity.

Learn more about Emily’s work supporting New Yorkers experiencing homelessness in this featured article: https://nypost.com/2020/05/19/nurse-to-nyc-homeless-is-there-when-they-need-her-most/

Front‑line staff often face challenging and unpredictable situations. The right training can make all the difference.CUC...
03/27/2026

Front‑line staff often face challenging and unpredictable situations. The right training can make all the difference.

CUCS Institute’s De‑Escalating Crisis and Conflict training gives businesses real‑world techniques to turn tense moments into safe, positive outcomes for both customers and employees.

Designed for retail staff, libraries, business owners, and public‑facing teams, this training provides:

• Safety, de‑escalation, and emergency response skills
• Guidance on understanding homelessness, active substance use, and mental health distress
• Trauma‑informed verbal and non‑verbal communication techniques
• Skills for building rapport before a crisis escalates
• Practical, scenario‑based tools staff can use immediately
• Post‑conflict self‑care strategies

👉 Get started at cucs.org/training

03/26/2026

Trust doesn’t happen overnight, it’s built in the small moments, the return visits, the familiar faces that keep showing up.

Roshni Misra LCSW, Deputy Chief Program Officer with CUCS IMT, shares what lies at the heart of the model: consistent, steady presence.

For ten years, IMT teams have met New Yorkers wherever they are, showing up in shelters, on street corners, in hospitals, and across the city to build relationships that lead to real change.

A decade of meeting New Yorkers, wherever they are.

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