Lantern Community Services

Lantern Community Services Lantern Community Services creates pathways to stability for New Yorkers impacted by homelessness.

Our shelter and supportive housing programs support New Yorkers at different stages of their journey from homelessness to housing stability. Lantern Community Services provides stability and support for New Yorkers moving forward from homelessness. We combine housing with personalized services to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our holistic approach helps individuals and families secure a home and build their foundation for long-term empowerment and wellbeing.

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. At Lantern Community Services, our work spans the full continuum of care...
09/11/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. At Lantern Community Services, our work spans the full continuum of care from emergency shelter to long-term supportive housing because we believe stability and connection are two of the most powerful protective factors against crisis, no matter where someone is in that journey.

In our shelters, staff are often meeting people at their most vulnerable, and that first relationship matters just as much as the ones we build over years in supportive housing. Across every site, our teams are trained to notice when someone needs support and to make sure help is never far away.

This month, we're asking our community to check in on one another. A simple "how are you, really?" can open a door.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, support is available around the clock. Call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, or text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.

Twenty-five years ago today, our city changed forever. Every person on our team, and every neighbor we serve, carries so...
09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, our city changed forever. Every person on our team, and every neighbor we serve, carries some connection to that morning — a memory, a story passed down, a skyline that still looks different to those who remember before.🗽

At Lantern, we spend every day working toward something September 11th also taught us: that New Yorkers show up for each other. In the hardest moments, this city becomes neighbors carrying neighbors — and that's the same spirit that guides our shelter and supportive housing programs.

Today we remember. Tomorrow, like every day, we keep showing up for each other. 💪

We honor all those we lost that day, those we lost since that day, and everyone still healing. 💙

This Labor Day, we're reflecting on the wise words of Dolly Parton: "Don't get so busy making a living that you forget ...
09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we're reflecting on the wise words of Dolly Parton:

"Don't get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life."

And to our residents, staff, and neighbors working today — thank you.

Whatever your Labor Day looks like this year, we hope you find a little bit of life in it. 🦋

Today, August 31, is International Overdose Awareness Day — a day to remember the lives we've lost, support the people s...
08/31/2026

Today, August 31, is International Overdose Awareness Day — a day to remember the lives we've lost, support the people still struggling, and acknowledge the grief so many of our families, neighbors, and communities carry.

At Lantern, we see this issue up close every day. We know that overdose isn't just a personal crisis — it's shaped by isolation, instability, and lack of access to care. And we know that safe, stable housing changes that equation. And we know that safe, stable housing changes that equation. When people have a place to call home, they have a foundation to build trust with providers, access treatment and harm reduction resources, and stay connected to the people who care about them.

Today we're holding space for everyone affected by loss — our residents, our staff, and the broader community. We're also recommitting to the work: building housing and support systems where people are met with dignity, not judgment, and where no one has to face this alone.

One thing everyone can do: Learn to recognize the signs of an overdose (see graphic below) and know how to use naloxone (Narcan). It's easy to carry, easy to use, and it saves lives. Free training and naloxone kits are available through NYC Health + Hospitals and many local pharmacies.

Together, we can end overdose. 💜

That's a wrap on Supportive Housing Week! 💙 Thank you for following along this week as we shared why supportive housing ...
08/28/2026

That's a wrap on Supportive Housing Week! 💙

Thank you for following along this week as we shared why supportive housing changes lives.

In our 2026 fiscal year, 97% of our residents maintained their housing or exited to permanent housing — a powerful reminder of what's possible when people have the right supports in place.

But most of all, thank you for listening to our residents' voices. Their stories are the reason this work matters, and the reason we do it every day.

Supportive housing isn't just a roof overhead — it's stability, dignity, and community, all in one place. We're grateful to build that alongside our residents, and grateful you're part of the journey with us.

Here's to another year of doing this work together. 🏡


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Meet Eva, a tenant at Lindenguild. Before supportive housing, Eva spent three years in a shelter. A social worker there ...
08/28/2026

Meet Eva, a tenant at Lindenguild.

Before supportive housing, Eva spent three years in a shelter. A social worker there encouraged her to take a look at Lindenguild, and that conversation changed things.

Life today is steady. Eva goes to adult day care, stays active on social media, She credits her case manager as a big source of support, along with the staff overall and she's quick to mention the little things too, like knowing she can come to staff for anything, and feeling secure in her building.

Her message for anyone unfamiliar with supportive housing: it helps you out with a steady place to live.

As we close out Supportive Housing Week, we're recognizing the ways we support residents as they age in place Aging saf...
08/28/2026

As we close out Supportive Housing Week, we're recognizing the ways we support residents as they age in place

Aging safely and with dignity means having the right supports in the right places. Our team works to make that possible for every resident:

🏠 Safe Living Environments — From grab bars to non-slip mats, we help equip units with the safety features residents need to move through their homes with confidence.

🩺 Home Health Aide Referrals — We connect residents to home health aide services so they can get the personalized care and support that fits their needs.

♿ Accessible Units — We offer accessible units designed to support residents with mobility needs and changing circumstances.

🚌 Transportation Access — We help residents get where they need to go, making it easier to stay connected to appointments, community, and daily life.

🤝 Meaningful Connections — We host groups and activities — birthday parties, cooking classes, recovery groups, self-care workshops, and more — so residents can build community right at home.

Aging in place shouldn't mean aging alone. At Lantern, our residents have support every step of the way.


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Meet Kala, a tenant at Prospero Hall for the past 8 years. Kala's story looks different from most, she grew up with fami...
08/27/2026

Meet Kala, a tenant at Prospero Hall for the past 8 years.

Kala's story looks different from most, she grew up with family, had access to education, and didn't come from a place of hardship. But she's clear that life at Prospero Hall is actually better for her, thanks to the independence, the staff, and the resources available.

Before moving in, she spent two years in a shelter, then interviewed and qualified for a spot at Prospero Hall. Today, she describes her day-to-day as very good, and says Lantern is protective of its tenants. She credits the staff directly calling them great and attentive as what's stood out most during her time there.

Her message for anyone unfamiliar with supportive housing: it gives you a second chance at life and helps you hold onto it.



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Learning doesn't stop at any age — and neither does our support. Our Resident Learning team walks alongside residents bu...
08/27/2026

Learning doesn't stop at any age — and neither does our support. Our Resident Learning team walks alongside residents building skills, confidence, and stability for the long term:

🎓 Adult Education — From technology and financial literacy to high school-level diplomas, higher education, and vocational training, we meet residents where they are on their lifelong learning journey.

💼 Workforce Development — We help residents build real pathways to income stability through employment support, job training, and career resources — all grounded in each person's own strengths, goals, and circumstances. Whether someone is entering the workforce for the first time, changing careers, or building new skills, our team is there every step of the way.

Because supportive housing isn't just about where you live — it's about where you're headed. 🏡


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Meet Isabella. Before supportive housing, she was teaching herself the fundamentals of personal finance on her own. A mo...
08/26/2026

Meet Isabella.

Before supportive housing, she was teaching herself the fundamentals of personal finance on her own. A move to NYC for a change of scenery put her on a new path, and stable housing gave her something to build on starting with a good night's sleep.

That stability means she can wake up early enough to catch the opening bell, traveling from the Bronx to Wall Street some mornings around 6AM to reach the New York Stock Exchange.

She's turned that same self-taught discipline into something for her community, now running workshops and small groups to help fellow tenants improve their finances.

Her view on what supportive housing offers: "Supportive housing can be helpful with giving you a chance to collect yourself."



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575 8th Avenue, 15th Floor
New York, NY
10018

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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