Capital District Housing & Community Resource Guide

Your one-stop guide to housing, tenant support, legal aid, and immigrant services in the Capital District. Find emergency assistance, rental programs, advocacy, and community resources to help you and your family stay safe and housed.

Organization

Services

Contact Information

Albany County Department of Social Services (DSS)

Temporary Assistance, Emergency Housing, Utility & Rent Assistance

162 Washington Ave

Albany, NY 12210

Phone: (518) 447-7653

Website: albanycountyny.gov

United Tenants of Albany (UTA)

Tenant advocacy, housing counseling

255 Orange Street

Albany, NY 12210

Phone: (518) 436-8997

Website: utalbany.org

Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY)

Civil legal services, tenant rights

95 Central Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

Phone: (833) 628-0087

Website: lasnny.org

Catholic Charities Housing Office

Rental assistance, housing counseling, emergency housing support

43 North Main Avenue

Albany, NY 12203

Phone: (518) 459-0183

Website: cchoalbany.org

Homeless & Travelers Aid Society (HATAS)

Rapid Rehousing, Permanent Supported Housing, Code Blue shelter, 24/7 Hotline

138 Central Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

Phone: (518) 463-2124

Website: hatas.org

DePaul Residence

SRO housing, supportive services

504 Central Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

Phone: (518) 482-3248

Website: ccrcda.org

Waldorf Residence

SRO housing, case management, supportive services

29 Maiden Lane

Albany, NY 12207

Phone: (518) 465-2612

Website: ccrcda.org

Albany Housing Authority (AHA)

Public housing, Section 8 rental assistance

625 South Pearl St

Albany, NY 12202

Phone: (518) 641-7500

Website: albanyhousing.org

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)

Rent arrears and future rental payme

132 E. State Street, Suite 100

Albany, NY 12207

Phone: (518) 459-1851

Website: refugees.org

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI Albany)

Refugee & immigrant assistance, housing, employment, ESL classes

132 E. State Street, Suite 100 Albany, NY 12207

Phone: (518) 459-1851

Website: refugees.org

Albany County Immigration Legal Services

Immigration consultation, petitions, citizenship

40 North Main Avenue

Albany, NY 12203

Phone: (518) 453-6650

Website: ccrcda.org

RISSE – Refugee & Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus

ESL classes, youth programs, job readiness, immigration assistance

240 W. Lawrence Street

Albany, NY 12208

Phone: (518) 427-6561

Website: risse-albany.org

Immigrant ARC – Albany Asylum Clinic

Legal & non-legal support for asylum seekers

🌐Website: immigrantarc.org

Info & Tips for Using This Resource List

The Capital District Community Resource List is your go-to guide for housing assistance, tenant advocacy, legal support, and immigrant services. Access emergency shelters, rental programs, and community organizations to help you stay informed, supported, and housed.

✅ Check Eligibility First – Programs may have special requirements. Call ahead to confirm.


✅ Keep Documentation Ready – Photo ID and prior paperwork make things faster.


✅ Plan Ahead – DSS, ERAP, and other emergency programs take time. Apply early.


✅ Use Multiple Resources – Combine housing aid, tenant advocacy, and legal help.


✅ Know Your Rights – Tenants have protections. Contact United Tenants or Legal Aid.


✅ Emergency Contacts – Save numbers like HATAS (24/7) for immediate crisis help.


✅ Keep Copies – Always save forms, emails, and receipts.


✅ Stay Updated – Programs change often. Call or check websites regularly.


✅ Ask for Help – Catholic Charities, USCRI, RISSE, and immigrant legal services can guide you.


✅ Be Patient & Persistent – Follow up often. Persistence pays off.

💡 Remember: You don’t have to go through housing challenges alone. Support is out there, and the right resources can make all the difference.

👉 Take the first step today—check your eligibility, gather your documents, and reach out for help. Share this post so others in our community know where to turn. Together, we can make housing stability possible. 🧡

Additional Resources & Contact

For more information, partnerships, or support, please contact Upstate Apartment Rentals. Our team is here to help with referrals, rental readiness tools, and housing resources for renters, landlords, and investors at 📞 Phone: (518) 825-7900.