We work with people with disabilities — both survivors of domestic violence and homeless men, women and children — to thrive in safe, supportive communities.
Our Programs
Freedom House
Safe, accessible shelter for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities and their families. Support groups, housing placement.
Secret Garden
Counseling, support groups & safety planning for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.
Transitional Housing
Shelter for formerly homeless men and women with disabilities. Housing placement, skill building workshops.
BFL Apartments
Permanent homes for survivors of domestic violence with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. On site counseling, skill-building workshops and community events.
Meet Us
“I am daily inspired by my coworkers and their passion to do great work.”
Read David’s story
Issues & Solutions
4 times
Children and adults with disabilities are four times more likely to be abused then those without disabilities.
22
There were 22 families at BFL’s Freedom House shelter who moved into their own homes in 2016.
84
In one month, BFL’s Secret Garden provided 84 counseling sessions which allowed clients to explore a path to safety.
Latest News
BFL Apartments Kids Show At 138th Street Community Garden Stage | Read
Bronx Academy Of Letters Students Donate To BFL Shelter | Read
BFL’s Transitional Housing Program Celebrates Father’s Day | Read
Community Building BBQ Summer Kick Off At BFL Apartments | Read
Playwright David Drake Brings Theatre Camp For Kids To BFL Apartments | Read
HSU Gala 2017 Building A Coalition For Change | Read
Moody’s Volunteers At Shelter Wellness Fair | Read
Human Rights Watch Film Fest Focus on Disability Rights | Read
BFL Apartments Kids Mural Featured On Pix11 News NYC | Read
Staff Spotlight: Tamar’s Story | Read
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