DVS HOUSING SUPPORT SERVICES
Affordable housing is one of the biggest challenges facing New Yorkers—veterans included. Whether you're looking for help navigating housing programs, applying for benefits, or connecting with a housing specialist, DVS can support you.
To learn more about affordable housing and other housing support services, visit nyc.gov/vethousing or email us at connect@veterans.nyc.gov
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The Paley Museum | Free Tickets for Veterans
30 Years of Everybody Loves Raymond
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Dwyer Highlight - New York Film Academy
Last Chance to Apply for this cycle!
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Boss Up | Veteran Business Pitch Competition
Applications now OPEN!
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Bob Woodruff Foundation | Our Veterans Calendar
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Veteran-related Headlines
From the Marines to the Ferry: One Veteran’s Quick Thinking Helped Save a Life
After 15 years of military service, Andrew Ehrenfeld found his next mission on the Staten Island Ferry—with a little help from DVS.
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Deckhand Andrew Ehrenfeld (center) receives awards from Borough President Vito Fossella and District Attorney Michael J. McMahon for helping rescue a passenger who went overboard.
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NYC DVS | July 11, 2025
By DVS Communications Team
When a passenger fell overboard on the Staten Island Ferry this June, Andrew Ehrenfeld—a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 15 years of service—was part of the crew that moved swiftly to respond. Working in sync with his team aboard the Samuel I. Newhouse, Andrew helped coordinate a life-saving rescue that brought the man safely back to shore. For their actions, the crew was recently honored by Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella and District Attorney Michael McMahon.
Andrew’s story started long before that day—when he made the decision to join the Marines and serve his country. After completing 15 years of honorable service, he turned to our Director of Veteran Transition, Nicole Orlando, to help him take his next step. That connection led him to the Staten Island Ferry, where his training, discipline, and sense of duty continue to serve the people of New York City.
We're proud to stand behind veterans like Andrew as they find new ways to serve their city. Read more about Andrew and the rescue in the Staten Island Advance.
Whether you’re exploring your next move or ready to jump in, our team is here to help. You can connect with our employment services directly through VetConnect—or reach out to Nicole Orlando, our Director of Veteran Transition, for guidance.
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More Veteran-related Headlines
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A Message From Mayor Adams:
Each week DVS shares a brief update about how our administration is getting stuff done for New Yorkers.
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Our administration works every day to make our city more affordable, and with Mayor Adams’ $116 billion “Best Budget Ever,” we’re investing in the services that make life safer and more affordable here in NYC, and that improve quality of life. Our new budget has investments to put NYC on the path to universal childcare for low-income families if our new pilot is successful, invests more in schools, invests in cultural institutions and libraries, provides funding for legal services for immigrants, funds programs to help New Yorkers suffering from severe mental illness, funds major infrastructure projects, and so much more, all while keeping NYC on the path of strong fiscal management and fulfilling earlier promises like cutting NYC personal income taxes for low-income New Yorkers, creating a universal after-school program, and investing nearly $25 billion in capital to create more affordable housing. At DVS, we’re doing our part by helping veterans and their families access housing assistance, apply for benefits, and connect with services—from rental support and legal advocacy to resource navigation.
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Week in Review | June 28 - July 4
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We want to showcase Veteran work and help spread the word! This is a space for Veteran artists to express themselves in an authentic way.
Please email submissions to connect@veterans.nyc.gov with a brief bio, an artist statement, art medium, and your affiliation to the Veteran community.
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Journeys Onward: Military Veterans' Experiences
Veteran Art Exhibit at the Salmagundi Club of New York
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CineVet | NYC Veteran Film Showcase
1 Month Left for Submissions!
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Join Our Team! Be Part of the Mission!
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Employment Specialist- assists the Military Affiliated Community in accessing meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities across a diverse range of sectors, including public, private, and government industries. This position will focus on guiding individuals toward job placements that align with their skills, experiences, and career goals. In addition to employment placement, the Employment Specialist will also provide critical support by connecting constituents with relevant workforce development programs, ensuring they have access to the training, resources, and support needed to successfully transition into the workforce and advance in their careers.
PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Program Coordinator- reports to the Assistant Commissioner of Policy and Strategic Partnerships to assist in: coordinating collaboration between DVS and Dwyer Program providers, facilitate payment to Dwyer Program providers by assisting them in accessing Passport and PIP systems, track and monitor implementation of Dwyer Program practices, quantitatively and qualitatively assess and analyze success of Dwyer programs by developing and administering pre and post surveys of Dwyer program participants, and more.
Summer College Intern- assist with general administrative tasks and community outreach initiatives during the summer of 2025, between June and September. Interns will play a vital role in supporting DVS's day-to day operations.
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VA Work Study Positions at DVS
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The NYC Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) supports VA Work-Study Positions! Here is a current list of available VA Work-Study openings:
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NYC Civil Service Job Openings and Exams
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To view all available job listings, visit the exam board here!
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