Who Runs the Show at HRA? A Deep Dive (or Not So Deep)
So, you wanna know who's the big cheese at HRA, huh? Well, buckle up, because we're about to embark on a thrilling journey through the labyrinth of bureaucracy, or at least as thrilling as figuring out who's in charge of your food stamps can be.
The HRA: It's Not Just a Letter Soup
Let's start with the basics. HRA, or the Human Resources Administration, is basically the superhero cape-wearing, problem-solving extraordinaire of New York City. They deal with everything from food stamps and cash assistance to housing and Medicaid. It's like the Avengers, but instead of fighting Thanos, they're fighting poverty.
The Head Honcho: Molly Wasow Park
Now, the person who wields the ultimate power over this bureaucratic behemoth is none other than Molly Wasow Park. She's the Commissioner of the Department of Social Services (DSS), which oversees both HRA and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). Think of her as the CEO of helping people.
Before she took on this monumental task, Molly was the DHS First Deputy Commissioner. So, she's basically been training for this her whole life. Or at least for a good chunk of it.
A Quick Recap
- HRA is a big deal.
- Molly Wasow Park is the boss of HRA (kind of).
- She's got a tough job, but she's up for the challenge.
So, there you have it. The head of HRA is technically Molly Wasow Park, but she's got a whole team of superheroes working with her to make NYC a better place.
How To...
- How to get in touch with HRA? Dial 311 and ask for ACCESS HRA.
- How to apply for food stamps? Visit the Access HRA portal online.
- How to find a nearby HRA office? Use the HRA Locations map.
- How to get help with rent? Contact Homebase for emergency grants and assistance.
- How to apply for Medicaid? Access the Access HRA portal.