Established in 1847, The New York Academy of Medicine is dedicated to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy life. Through our original research, policy and program initiatives we provide the evidence base to address the structural and cultural barriers to good health and drive progress toward health equity. This work and our one-of-a-kind public programming are supported by our world class historical medical library and our Fellows program, a unique network of more than 2,000 experts elected by their peers from across the professions affecting health.

The New York Academy of Medicine

Housing

Health happens outside the doctor’s office: 80% of our health is determined by how and where we live, work, learn and play. The place we call “home” –its stability, affordability, and quality – is one of the most important contributors to our wellbeing.

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What Housing Resources Exist For My Patients? A Guide for NYC Healthcare Providers
This guide aims to equip New York City-based healthcare providers with tools to facilitate conversations with their patients regarding housing and to link them to appropriate resources. It aims to support providers in assisting patients who are housed, but may be facing housing instability and/or unhealthy housing conditions. This guide offers providers a place to start and information on the types of housing resources and programs that may be helpful.

Factsheets

Housing Matters

This fact sheet describes the myriad of ways that housing and health are connected in NYC, with a focus on housing stability, affordability and quality.