New York HEAP, available now to help low-income families pay heating bills

It is that time of the year again.  Families across New York are having to figure out how to pay for heating bills to keep their homes warm during the winter.  For many families still struggling with unemployment or low-wage jobs, this is a difficult task. As a result, the New York State Office of [...]

Better protection for residents of adult homes in New York State

A recent Court of Appeals (the highest court of the New York State Court System) decision found that people who live in adult homes and assisted living facilities have the right to meet with their lawyer(s). The trade association of adult home operators tried to prevent lawyers from visiting residents of adult homes who have [...]

New Language Rights Law Requires State Agencies to Provide Free Language Assistance

Last month Governor Cuomo signed an Executive Order requiring all state agencies that provide direct public services to offer free interpretation and translation services to members of the public for essential forms and instructions. Based on census data, the services will be offered in Spanish, Chinese, Italian, Russian, French, and French Créole.  Prior to this [...]