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
NYC free online mental health support
Mental Health resources for and by Black people
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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