The Legal Aid Society's Homeless Rights Project has been recognized as a national leader in protecting the legal rights of homeless families and individuals. HRP is cousel in the landmark McCain/Boston litigation, which established the right to shelter and related assistance and services for homeless families with children in New York City. HRP is also counsel in New York City's leading cases involving homeless single adults, Callahan and Eldridge. HRP serves the homeless community in many ways. Through its class action cases, toll-free hotline, and outreach, HRP staff provide legal assistance to approximately 3,800 homeless families annually. HRP staff participates regularly in community education and training events and prepares publications that keep homeless families apprised of their rights. As counsel for the Coalition for the Homeless, HRP also provides representation to homeless single adults.