What We Do

BRC's homeless outreach teams work 24/7/365 in the subways and streets of New York City to assist the unsheltered to come inside, offering shelter on terms our clients can accept. Our teams are in the subways, at Penn Station and Grand Central, and throughout Manhattan.

Maintaining affordable housing is particularly difficult for New Yorkers with a history of homelessness. BRC serves as a benevolent housing  developer & manager for many clients, creating caring and supportive communities. 

BRC provides comprehensive mental health support and treatment across our range of programs, with a focus on serving clients who are severely and persistently mentally ill (SPMI), many of whom have co-occurring substance abuse problems.

BRC offers special services for older adults, including permanent supportive housing and, through our Senior Center, recreational activities, health services, educational assistance (including ESL classes),
nutritious meals, and more.

At BRC, we understand someone can become homeless for many reasons.  We have 14 transitional housing programs-   each with a primary focus - but all designed to provide shelter and the resources needed to overcome challenges and find permanent housing. 

BRC offers detox, rehab, and harm reduction services that help our clients  find recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Our two addiction treatment programs meet the recovery needs of over 2,600 men and women each year.

The Horizons Workforce Development program helps residents of BRC’s shelters to overcome obstacles to employment, enabling them to be effective job seekers and employees with the skills to maintain lasting self-sufficiency through employment.

As the community of children and families living in BRC facilities continues to grow, BRC is adapting to provide access to educational technology and resources, recreational programming, and other key services that enable these residents to thrive.