Senior Citizens are more vulnerable to landlord harassment and abuse than most, complicated by the natural aging process that necessities a range of supportive services, critical interventions and safety networks. Escalating gentrification in Harlem and throughout NYC has left many seniors traumatically stressed leading to more serious complications. Contact HTC for more information about our Seniors Anti-EvictionProgram.

Volunteer attorneys give free legal sounseling to tenants Service does not include representation in Housing Court,
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Tenant associations may be the most effective way for tenants to improve housing conditions and stop a pattern of illegal landlord activity. Organizing a tenant association is not easy, but it can be done successfully for short-term projects. Beginning an association demands commitment by a few motivated tenants. Tenants can organize over any issue and for any reason. However, organizing an association for the sake of organizing is useless.