Stability Through Advocacy Inc

Stability Through Advocacy Inc (STAY) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to prevent and respond to housing instability through community-based person-centered navigation, advocacy, and steady, practical support. Founded in early 2026 in Cohoes, NY, STAY works alongside people and households to help them navigate complex systems and connect with essential resources.

We meet people in the community where they are and provide hands-on support with addressing basic needs and obtaining vital documentation such as IDs, birth certificates, or social security cards. We also help with housing applications, public benefits applications, community resources and getting connected to behavioral health and healthcare.

Since launching, STAY has supported more than 75 individuals and households throughout the Capital Region, preventing four evictions, facilitating one permanent housing placement, assisting six individuals with emergency shelter placement, connecting three individuals with behavioral health supports, supporting two SNAP enrollments, and connecting one individual to health insurance. We've also connected individuals to resources to address basic needs such as clothing, hygiene supplies, and food as well as household furniture.

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