New Alternatives For LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth

New Alternatives for LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth supports LGBTQ+ youth and young adults experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in New York City. Located at 410 W 40th Street in Manhattan, the organization focuses on helping young people move toward safety, self-sufficiency, and stable adult lives.

Its services include long-term case management, housing and benefits assistance, referrals for primary and mental health care, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, education and employment support, life-skills training, and community-building activities. New Alternatives also provides harm-reduction support, opportunities for self-expression, and programs for youth living with HIV.

New Alternatives follows principles of harm reduction, youth development, and empowerment. Visit the official New Alternatives website to confirm current program details. Additional resources are available through NHREA’s New York homeless assistance guide and federal assistance resources.