In an effort to connect our community to vital resources, Harlem United has compiled this list of Covid-19 related resources. Please share it widely- you never know who may need a hand.
Resources in multiple languages:
NYC Emergency Management: directory of resources that can be translated into dozens of languages
NYC Health: factsheets and tips in multiple languages
Health Insurance Coverage:
Community Service Society of New York, “Community Health Advocates” (statewide)
New York State Guide to Health Insurance Coverage for Older New Yorkers
Mutual Aid, Donations, and Volunteering:
If you are working from home, donate a Metrocard to an essential worker using this form
Housing
Homeless Shelter Directory, “New York Homeless Shelters and Social Services” (statewide)
Coalition for the Homeless (NYC), Crisis Hotline, 212-776-2177 (local)
NYC Housing Preservation and Development, Section 8 voucher holders having trouble paying rent because of income loss should email DTRAI@hpd.nyc.gov. (local)
NYC.gov, ACCESS HRA: Cash assistance for those unable to pay their rent due to reduced work schedule. Apply online, in person at a job center, or 718-557-1399 to learn how to apply by mail (local)
Childcare resources:
DOE “Regional Enrichment Centers” for children of healthcare workers
NYC Parent Coordinator Community: information and guidance to help you support families
Childcare Co-op Creator Tool: this tool helps groups of parents and caregivers generate fair schedules to share childcare duties
Food:
EVERY New Yorker can pick up free meals Monday-Friday from Meal Hubs in NYC public schools. 7:30 am – 11:30 am for children and families, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm for adults. Text ‘NYC FOOD’ or ‘NYC COMIDA’ to 877-877 and find a location near you
Invisible Hands: Grocery delivery
Immigration
NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs COVID-19 Resources
Protecting Immigrant Families, “Factsheet: Know Your Rights, Protect Your Health“
New York State Youth Leadership Council, “Emergency Funds for Undocumented Youth and Families” (local)
Mental Health, Safety, Wellness, and Stress Reducing Resources:
New York Office of Mental Health Resources
List of free mental health resources in NYC
Mental health resources for LGBTQ individuals in NYC
Mental health resources for and by Black people
NYC free online mental health support
Guide to online mental health resources
Mental health resources for children, teens, and young adults
Resources for safer drug use during COVID-19 Crisis
City resources for people experiencing
domestic violence: visit the link or call
the 24-hour Hotline 1-800-621-4673
More information for people experiencing domestic violence
Mental, emotional, and spiritual support for frontline workers engaged in the fight against Covid-19
7 Science-Based Strategies to Cope with Covid-19 Related Stress
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