BRONX COMMUNITY RESOURCES DURING COVID-19 |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- INFORMATION ON COVID-19
- FREE PICK UP & DELIVERY
- FOOD RESOURCES: CITY-WIDE
- FOOD RESOURCES: MELROSE + MOTT HAVEN
- HOUSING
- INTERNET ACCESS
- SCHOOL + COLLEGE UPDATES
- EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
- HEALTH + SAFETY
- RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS
- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES
- MENTAL HEALTH
- RESOURCES FOR ARTISTS
- RESOURCES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
- FINANCIAL RESOURCES
- HUMAN RIGHTS, LABOR + UNEMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
- ENTERTAINMENT
INFORMATION ON COVID-19
New York State Coronavirus Hotline: 1-888-364-3065
NYC Text Updates: To get regular updates on the latest developments regarding coronavirus in New York City, text COVID to 692-692. For updates in Spanish, text COVIDESP to 692-692. You will receive regular SMS texts with the latest news and developments.
Practicing Community Safety and Social Distancing - NYC Guidelines
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/coronavirus.page
- Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that can cause illnesses ranging from mild diseases, such as a cold, to more serious illnesses, such as pneumonia. Recently, a new coronavirus was detected that had not been previously seen in humans. The disease, called COVID-19, can be spread from person to person.
- There is now widespread community transmission of COVID-19 in New York City, meaning the sources of new infections are unknown. Everyone in New York City should act as if they have been exposed to COVID-19. That means monitoring your health closely and staying home from work if you are sick. New Yorkers who are not sick should also stay home as much as possible and avoid all unnecessary social interactions.
AS OF 05/08/2020, COVID-19 FREE ANTIBODY TESTING IS BEING CONDUCTED THROUGHOUT THE FIVE BOROUGHS IN . TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT CALL THIS NUMBER: 1-888-364-3065.
COVID-19 Testing [ADDED 5/14/20]
Link:https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-testing
Description: Use this link for more information on testing protocol. Also, if interested in being tested for COVID-19, use this link to take an online assessment and pre-register for Drive-Through testing.
Testing Sites: (to acquire an appointment call the COVID-19 Hotline: 888-364-3065)
- Bronx Lehman College (Appointment Required)
2925 Goulden Ave, The Bronx, NY 10468
- New York Presbytarian (Appointment & Referral Required)
5141 Broadway, New York, NY 10034
- St. Barnabas Hospital
4422 3rd Ave, The Bronx, NY 10457
- NYC HEALTH + Hospitals / Gotham Health, Morissania (Referral Required)
1225 Gerard Ave, The Bronx, NY 10452
NYC Guidance and Recent Data [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/coronavirus.page
Description: Updates on the community spread, guidance on staying safe, and updates on cases in New York City. Answers to frequently asked questions about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), how it spreads, how to protect yourself and others, symptoms, and who is at risk.
Corona Virus Mutual Aid Zine [ADDED 4/14/20]
Description: Safety Practices for mutual aid food & supply distribution.
World Health Organization’s Coronavirus Hub [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/technical-guidance
Description: The World Health Organization, an agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health, offers guidance on multiple facets of the pandemic.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Hub [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/
Description: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the leading national public health institute of the United States, offers guidance on multiple facets of the pandemic.
Centro de Control y Prevención de Enfermedades [ADDED 3/26/20]
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index-sp.html
Description: Información en Español sobre el virus COVID-19
Coronavirus Daily Life Coping Skills and Resources [ADDED 5/12/20]
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/index.html
Description: Guidelines on how to protect yourself and others during the Coronavirus pandemic. List of topics include: Household checklists, living in close quarters, caring for children, protecting yourself while running errands, etc.
How to Do a Coronavirus Door Knock[ADDED 04/14/20]
Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/B9wcy_MH8NS/
Description: How to do a coronavirus prep door knock to care for your neighbors.
FREE PICK-UP AND DELIVERY
Corona Courier [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://coronacourier.nyc/#/
Description: a mutual-aid group of NYC cyclists providing free no-contact delivery service to most at-risk community members during the COVID-19 public health crisis.
Free Grocery Delivery: Invisible Hands [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://invisiblehandsdeliver.org/
Description: Service where volunteers deliver groceries to those unable to go out and acquire their own. This is free pick-up and delivery, but not free groceries. However, they should be able to pick-up from a pantry for your household.
FOOD RESOURCES: CITY-WIDE
DOE Food Stipend [Added 07/07]
Link:https://otda.ny.gov/news/2020/2020-05-12.asp
Description: All NYC families with students in public schools who qualify for reduced lunch will be receiving a stipend of $420 per child. Families will not need to apply for the program. About 1.3 million children living in households enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), receiving Temporary Assistance benefits or Medicaid will automatically receive the additional assistance through their existing EBT cards.
Free Food Delivery Assistance [ADDED 5/5/20]
You can sign-up for free NYC Food Delivery Assistance here or call 311 for those who are unable to pick-up food or afford delivery. There are 3 free meals available for ALL New Yorkers in more than 400 Meal Hubs Monday-Friday; find the hub closest to you here. And here is a guide for food resources (free meals, pantries, etc.) in the Mott Haven and Melrose neighborhoods. You can also search for resources by neighborhood here.
World Central Kitchen Bronx-Wide Food Distribution [ADDED 4/28/20]
Link: https://wck.org/news/thebronx
Description: Food distribution sites in the Bronx. Includes pick up times and locations for Thursday, March 19th.
City-Wide Food Pantries [UPDATED 4/28/20]
Link: https://www.foodbanknyc.org/get-help/
Description: Map of food pantries, shelters, soup kitchens, and senior centers handing out “grab and go” meals and pantry bags across the five boroughs. In light of ongoing developments around COVID-19, many emergency food providers in our network have temporarily suspended normal operations.
NYC DOE Schools Free Meals [UPDATED 5/12/20]
Link:https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/food/free-meals
Description: NYC schools in all five boroughs are offering free breakfast and lunch from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM. You can go to any school and pick up food (it does not have to be the school where you or your student attend). Now available to all New Yorkers, not just students. (Follow link to see list of schools offering free grab and go lunches, as well as to see locations providing Kosher and Halal meals.)
Neighborhood Guide to Food and Assistance [Updated 5/12/20]
Link:https://www.hungerfreeamerica.org/sites/default/files/atoms/files/Bronx%20English%202017.pdf
Description: Features a list of neighborhood resources for food and food assistance.See below for updated list of available food pantries
FOOD: MELROSE + MOTT HAVEN
Melrose + Mott Haven Food Banks & Grab and Go Centers [UPDATED 5/19/20]
Link: https://thebronxsocialite.com/tag/bronx-food-pantries/
Description: Current list of neighborhood resources in Melrose + Mott Haven community.
Mobile Market Pantry (2nd Saturdays + 4th Wednesdays) [UPDATED 5/12/20]
Location: For location, call 646-412-0743
Contact: For further information on registration please call 646-412-0743. For information on available produce and dates of distribution, please call the Mobile Market Hotline at 866-444-0244.
Time: 9:30am-11:30am
Description: Residents of Melrose, Morrisania Air Rights, Andrew Jackson Houses and Members of Boricua Community Health Center or Bronx Defenders only. All food is fresh fruits and vegetables. Families must register to participate - bring proof of address and a photo ID. For further information on registration please call 646 412 0743. For information on available produce and dates of distribution, please call the Mobile Market Hotline at 866 444 0244.
Immaculate Conception Church:
Address: 389 East 150th Street
Pantry: Monday – Friday 2-5 p.m.
(718) 292-6970
Give Them To Eat – Iglesia Evangelica Espanol:
Address: 800 East 156th Street
Food Pantry: Thursday 2-4 p.m.
Soup Kitchen: Friday 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
(718) 993-1260
Missionaries of Charity:
Address: 344 East 146th Street
Soup Kitchen: 9:30 a.m. brunch every day except Friday
The Momentum Project:
Address: 226 East 144th Street
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Saturday/Sunday 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
(718) 292-7718
FOOD: FOR OLDER ADULTS
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, senior centers are currently closed for congregate programming and meals are being provided through a centralized meal delivery system. Call your local senior center with questions about how to receive delivered meals. You can also call Aging Connect at 212-Aging-NYC (212-244-6469) or 311. For more information visit the DOHMH website for coronavirus updates or read our senior center FAQ. [UPDATED 4/7/20]
HOUSING
On March 20, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a 90-day moratorium on evictions for tenants. No one can be evicted in New York state until at least August 20th, 2020.
[More info: New York’s coronavirus eviction moratorium, explained]
NY Rent Assistance Program [ADDED 7/23/20]
Description: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced an emergency rental assistance program that will help keep low-income families throughout New York in their homes. The program, which is designed to reach those individuals and families with the greatest need, will provide direct aid for tenants who lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
LINC Rent Program [ADDED 7/23/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/permanency/linc-program.page
Description: Helps move homeless families and individuals from shelters operated by the Department of Homeless Services into permanent housing. Only eligible for residents of city-operated shelters.
CITYFEPS (FOR FAMILIES AT RISK OF EVICTION) [ADDED 7/23/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dhs/permanency/cityfeps.page
Description: Assists families who are at risk for eviction or already are living in shelters find permanent housing. The majority of the participants enrolled in CITYFEPS will receive complete coverage for their rent through the program.
Emergency Housing [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link:https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/runaway-homeless-youth/crisis-services-programs.page
Description: NYC program offering homeless and runaway youth with short-term emergency shelter and crisis intervention. Good for individuals who might not feel safe at home after city-wide school and work closing.
Tenants' Rights for Tenants with COVID-19 or Under Home-Quarantine [UPDATED 4/21/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/content/tenantprotection/pages/covid19-home-quarantine
Description: Guidance on tenants’ rights if you are diagnosed with COVID-19 and/or under home quarantine.
- You can also apply for emergency “one-shot” assistance.
- Live in a NYCHA building? You may qualify for the COVID-19 State of Emergency – Rent Hardship or the Zero Income Policy.
- Utilities: If you are not able to pay your electricity, gas or water bill as a result of COVID-19's impact, your service will NOT be shut off and you will NOT be penalized.
INTERNET ACCESS
Need Wifi? List of U.S Providers Offering FREE Wi-Fi or Special Accommodations for 60 Days
Comcast Free Internet Program [UPDATED 5/12/20]
Link: https://www.internetessentials.com
Description: Comcast is offering low income new customers 60 days (if you apply by June 30th) of complimentary Internet Essentials service. Sign up at the link above to receive free high speed internet for 60 days.
Spectrum Free Internet for K-12 & College Students [UPDATED 5/12/20]
Link: https://mobile.spectrum.com/support/article/360040980371/coronavirus-covid19-update
Description: Spectrum is providing households with teachers, students in K-12 or College free high speed internet from March 16 until June 30 (regular price after the 60 day period). To apply call: 1-844-488-8395.
Altice free internet for students displaced by the COVID-19 Outbreak [ADDED 3/19/20]
For more information, please call 888-633-0030.
- For those in an Optimum region, please call 866-200-9522.
- For those in a Suddenlink region, please call 888-633-0030.
Coverage areas include: Brooklyn, Bronx, Islip, Cortlandt Manor, Bedford, Bay Shore, Dobbs Ferry, Hyde Park, Larchmont, Nanuet, New Paltz, Northport, Ossining, Ridgewood, Somers, Port Jefferson, Stony Brook, Yorktown Heights, and West Nyack.
SCHOOL + COLLEGE UPDATES
City Department of Education Coronavirus Page [UPDATED 4/11/20]
Link: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/health-and-wellness/coronavirus-update
Description: Contains the latest schools information and updates. (Schools closed for the remainder of 2019-2020 School Year)
Catholic School Families - Updates Relating to the Novel Coronavirus [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://catholicschoolsny.org/advocacy-services/corona-virus/
Description: Updates on school closures, remote learning, and links to resources.
City University of New York Coronavirus Page [UPDATED 5/11/20]
Link: https://www.cuny.edu/coronavirus/
Description: Spring and Summer semester courses will be conducted through distance learning. Follow link for more updates on the state of New York City colleges.
State University of New York Coronavirus Page [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www.suny.edu/health-alert/?utm_source=home&utm_campaign=012020
Description: Offers updates as classes transition online.
Live List of College and University Closures and Instructional Adjustments [ADDED 3/19/20]
Description: List of all colleges and universities closed due to COVID-19.
Database of services currently available at CUNY buildings [ADDED 3/19/20]
Description: List of services currently available at CUNY buildings and contact information for each service.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
Description: List of educational companies offering free subscription to their services.
NYPL Free E-Book Service [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www.nypl.org/books-music-movies/ebookcentral
Description: The New York Public Library is allowing library card holders to access their online library of over 300,000 E-Books through the SimplyE phone app. To learn more follow the link above.
NYPL Coronavirus Resources [ADDED 4/16/20]
Link: https://www.nypl.org/about/coronavirus
Description: Although all NYC branches of the NYPL are closed, libraries are still offering online resources such as remote learning services, online tutoring, and remote access to their collection of books and archival material.
NYPL FREE Online Tutoring Services [ADDED 4/16/20]
Link: https://www.nypl.org/about/remote-resources/kids-and-teens/homework-help-brainfuse
Description: NYPL is offering free online tutoring sessions and live support for a variety of core subjects such as mathematics, english, sciences, history, etc. They also offer PSAT, SAT, GED, AP, ACT help.
HEALTH + SAFETY
Additional Medicaid Pharmacy Guidance Regarding the Declared Disaster Emergency in the State of New York over Covid-19:
90 Day Supplies and Medication Deliver - Medicaid covers a 90-day supply for most, prescription and over the counter (OTC) maintenance medications.
Older adults can call 311 to find a health care provider.
Older adults can call 1-888-NYC-WELL to talk to someone during a stressful time.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | Fillable Care Plan Form for Older Adults
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/aging/caregiving/pdf/Complete-Care-Plan-Form-508.pdf
How to Protest Safely During a Pandemic
How to Protest Safely: What to Bring, What to Do, and What to Avoid
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-main.page
Description: All the latest guidance from face masks to how to properly document your eligibility for NYS Emergency Paid Sick Leave. [ADDED 5/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/nyc-resources/get-covered.page
Description: Through May 15th, health insurance enrollment is open for uninsured New Yorkers as part of a Special Enrollment Period called 311 for free enrollment assistance.
[ADDED 5/19/20]
Cleaning product and pesticide safekeeping guide [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://twitter.com/FDNY/status/1238863341579317251
Description: Video from the New York Fire Department social media account with information on how to store cleaning supplies and pesticides to prevent self-harm and fires.
- Información sobre cómo quedarse seguro y sano en español [CDC]
- How to stay Safe and Healthy at Home
- How to stay safe and healthy [CDC]
- What to do if you think you’re sick [CDC]
- What to do if you are sick or caring for someone who is sick [CDC]
- Are you an essential worker? How to disinfect your home to protect your family:
- Have a separate clothes hamper lined with a garbage bag just inside the home’s entrance. Clothes worn which may have come in contact with the coronavirus should be placed inside. Throw them directly in the wash (on hot or warm) if you can.
- Shoes can be placed in another garbage bag or left outside the home if possible.
- Clean keys, cell phones and other items you’ve been carrying with disinfecting wipes.
- Door handles and light switches near the entrance should also be disinfected.
- Shower immediately upon returning home from work.
- More information: Detailed Disinfection Guidance [CDC]
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES [ADDED 04/14/20]
- National Domestic Violence Hotline - Phone hotline and online chat support & resources for
- Victims of domestic violence: https://www.thehotline.org/help/ or 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).The
- Hotline is available 24/7 in more than 200 languages. All calls are free and confidential.
- National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline - The Deaf Hotline has advocates available 24/7 for crisis intervention, education, information and referrals for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled callers: https://thedeafhotline.org. This hotline has online chat, video call, or email options. Reach them at nationaldeafhotline@adwas.org or video call at 855-812-1001 (VP).
- VIP Mujeres - Free bilingual domestic violence hotline (Spanish/English), as well as resources, temporary shelter and legal support. https://www.vipmujeres.org/get-help/covid-19-update/ or 1-800-664-5880. Their website has a 'safe exit' option if you share a computer with your abuser.
- AVP - AVP empowers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and supports survivors through counseling and advocacy. - https://avp.org/ or 212-714-1141
- Safe Horizon (Domestic Violence) - Website/Facebook/Twitter. Call 1-800-621-HOPE for more information.
- Sanctuary for Families Domestic Violence Legal Helpline - Operates Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm. At all other times you may leave a voicemail message. To request services, please call 1.212.349.6009 - services include crisis intervention, shelter, and counseling (x367); legal services like orders of protection, child custody and visitation and child support (x246); and matters relating to immigration (x293) - link
- United Way of NYC (Domestic Violence) - Website
MENTAL HEALTH
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-622-Help (4357)
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990
*These hotlines over free support for individuals and families dealing with mental health crises.
How To Cope with Stress during a Disease Outbreak [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link:https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/imm/coping-with-stress-disease-outbreak.pdf
Description: NYC Outlines for how to cope with the stress of a disease outbreak. Useful tips for keeping calm and free of discomfort.
Taking Care of your Mental Health During Uncertainty [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://afsp.org/taking-care-of-your-mental-health-in-the-face-of-uncertainty/
Description: Guidelines from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for taking care of your mental health in the face of uncertainty. Good resources for those with anxiety / fear of catastrophe.
Online AA Meetings during COVID-19 [ADDED 3/19/20]
Description: A collection of speaker tapes and other online resources for those in need of a temporary substitute for person to person meetings.
NYT Guide on How to Talk to Kids About Corona Virus [ADDED 4/7/20]
Link: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/17/parenting/coronavirus-kids-talk.html
Description: Recent article in the New York Times describing the best ways to speak to your child about the Corona virus and alleviate some of their worries.
Parent-Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with Coronavirus [ADDED 4/7/20]
Description: This resource is helpful for parents and caregivers looking to find information on how to best take care of their families and help them cope during an infectious outbreak.
Liberate Free Guided Meditation App [ADDED 4/7/20]
Link: https://liberatemeditation.com
Description: Free guided meditation and dharma talk app specially tailored towards People of Color. All instructors are Teachers of Color. Featuring talks on microaggressions, self love, gratitude, and anxiety. Suitable for all ages. Available on App and Google Play store.
Virtual Meditation & Exercise Sessions [ADDED 4/7/20]
Guided Meditation Script for Children [ADDED 4/7/20]
Link:https://www.greenchildmagazine.com/free-meditation-guided-relaxation-scripts-kids/
Description: A series of scripts you can read outloud to your child to help them cope with anger, depression, anxiety, etc.
Teen Counseling [ADDED 4/7/20]
Link: https://www.teencounseling.com
Description: TeenCounseling is an online platform where teens from ages 13-19 can get help from a licensed therapist online. TeenCounseling.com makes affordable, discreet, professional counseling available through a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Suicide Prevention Tips for Youth [ADDED 4/7/20]
Link: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/youth
RESOURCES FOR ARTISTS
Emergency Grants for Artists and Freelancers: [ADDED 3/19/20]
- Rauschenberg Emergency Medical Grants
Link:https://current.nyfa.org/post/612209634032369664/announcing-rauschenberg-emergency-grants-program
- New York Foundation for the Arts Emergency Grants
Link:https://www.nyfa.org/Content/Show/Emergency%20Grants?fbclid=IwAR0pyL4HDhaDoNGopoZlOGhYGOLVUZF-xT6yQN2hL0hrUO_R2wS9QRpKXso
- NYC Artist / Freelancer Relief Fund
Link:https://www.gofundme.com/f/nyc-lowincome-artistfreelancer-relief-fund
- Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants
Link: https://www.foundationforcontemporaryarts.org/grants/emergency-grants
- Joan Mitchell Foundation Emergency Grants for 2020
Link: https://joanmitchellfoundation.org/artist-programs/artist-grants/emergency
- Artwork Archive: Financial Relief List (for Artists)
Link:https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/financial-relief-resources-for-artists-during-covid-19?utm_source=newsletterclass&utm_campaign=covidrelief
Bronx Music Heritage Resources [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www.thisisbronxmusic.org/resources/
Description: Resources for Musicians, Dancers, and Artists
NYC Low-Income Artist/Freelancer Relief Fund [ADDED 5/12/20]
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/nyc-lowincome-artistfreelancer-relief-fund
Description: Crowd-sourced fundraising distributed to artists and freelancers in dispersals up to $150. Caters to low-income artists and freelancers, artists of color, and trans or queer artists who have lost wages due to the pandemic in the New York City area. Surveys for need will stop and start based on fundraising amount. For every $10,000 raised, 66 more artists can be supported.
American Documentary COVID-19 Artist Emergency Fund [ADDED 5/12/20]
Link: https://www.amdoc.org/create/funds-residencies/
Description: If you're an independent documentarian, apply for this rapid response fund. American Documentary is giving out grants of up to $500 for documentarians impacted by COVID-19.
FINANCIAL RESOURCES [EMERGENCY FUNDS]
Local Training Opportunities for Careers [ADDED 6/07/20]
Link: https://www.myskillsmyfuture.org/
Description: identifies local training opportunities which can help bridge your skills gap as you build a bridge from your last job to your next job.
Free Online Banking Course [ADDED 4/16/20]
Link: https://mailchi.mp/seniorplanet/this-week-at-senior-planet-2848421?e=463d408120
Description: Ready, Set, Bank is an online course that teaches you how to bank online with any banking institution.
Cirkled In COVID-19 Relief Grant (9th-12th graders) [ADDED 5/12/20]
Link: https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/relief-scholarship.php
Description:
Integrated NYC Youth Aid Funds [ADDED 5/12/20]
IntegrateNYC has emergency funds available for youth ages 13-24 who are currently attending or have attended NYC public schools. Applications are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Arabic.
Funeral and Burial Guidance and Financial Assistance [ADDED 5/12/20]
Description: HRA will provide financial assistance to individuals in need of assistance to meet qualifying funeral expenses. For more information email burialservices@hra.nyc.gov
Cash Assistance [ADDED 5/12/20]
Description: You may be eligible for an emergency cash grant if it will meet certain special needs. For more information call HRA’s Infoline at 718-557-1399.
Coalitión Mexicana [ADDED 5/5/20]
Emergency economic support fund for the undocumented migrant community living in the Bronx, New York. If you want to register for help please contact Coalicion Mexican at 347.536.2472 or 646.301.6842.
Fondos de Emergencia para Personas Indocumentadas en Los Estados Unidos [ADDED 5/12/20]
Expecting an Economic Impact Payment from the IRS? [ADDED 5/12/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dca/consumers/file-your-taxes.page
Description: The tax filing deadline is July 15th. Follow this link to acquire virtual and assisted self-prep free tax prep services in English, Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, Russian, and Arabic.
Cash Assistance [ADDED 5/19/20]
Description: You may be eligible for an emergency cash grant if it will meet certain special needs. For more information call HRA’s Infoline at 718-557-1399.
Funeral and Burial Guidance and Assistance: [ADDED 5/19/20]
Description: HRA will provide financial assistance to individuals in need of assistance to meet qualifying funeral expenses. For more information email: burialservices@hra.nyc.gov
RESOURCES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Assistance for Small Business [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/businesses/covid19-business-outreach.page
Description: Application for small business impacted by COVID-19. Relief will be given to small businesses under 100 employees with sales decreases of 25% or more.
NYC Employee Retention Grant Program [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/article/nyc-employee-retention-grant-program
Description: To help small businesses deal with the impact of COVID-19, the City has launched the Employee Retention Grant Program to help retain employees as businesses face decreased revenue. This program is available to New York City businesses with one to four employees that can demonstrate at least a 25% decrease in revenue as a result of COVID-19. Eligible businesses will receive a grant covering up to 40% of their payroll for two months. Businesses can access up to $27,000.
Resources & Grants for Individuals & Businesses affected by COVID-19 [ADDED 4/7/20]
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PsFDM-1bbYHijA-x9QNtiRqSxixa7NxT/view
HUMAN RIGHTS, LABOR + UNEMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
A list of job openings in the Bronx, compiled by WhedCo. [ADDED 5/5/20]
Local Training Opportunities for Careers [ADDED 6/07/20]
Link: https://www.myskillsmyfuture.org/
Description: identifies local training opportunities which can help bridge your skills gap as you build a bridge from your last job to your next job.
City Department of Human Rights [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/cchr/help/i-need-help.page
Description: If you feel like you’re being prevented from working from home, are being harassed at work, or not being given the right to protect yourself due to your race, nation of origin, or other identities use this link to file a complaint with the New York City Department of Human Rights.
New York City Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law Guidelines [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dca/about/paid-sick-leave-law.page
Description: For those in need of information about what you paid safe and sick leave rights.
How to file a claim for Unemployment Insurance Benefits [ADDED 3/19/20]
Link: https://labor.ny.gov/ui/how_to_file_claim.shtm
Description: The federal government enacted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which includes extended unemployment benefits. New York has not qualified for these extended benefits at this time, but we will continue to monitor the situation and leverage all federal resources to help New Yorkers survive the economic hardships associated with the novel coronavirus. If New York State DOES qualify for the extended benefits, New Yorkers do NOT need to do anything new. We will post additional information here as it becomes available. Please do NOT call our unemployment hotline with questions about extended benefits -- this helps us keep our phone lines available for your fellow New Yorkers who need to file new claims.
ACLU | Know Your Rights - I’m attending a protest [ADDED 6/07/20]
Link: https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/protesters-rights/#im-attending-a-protest
ACLU | Know Your Rights - I want to take pictures or shoot video at a protest [ADDED 6/07/20]
IMPORTANT INFORMATION for people who are not US citizens and are considering protesting against police brutality [ADDED 6/07/20]
Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA-kb-cAPwu/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS
The National Supermarket Association, in partnership with Lyft,
Description: The National Supermarket Association is providing access to transportation for seniors in New York CityUsing the code NSARELIEF in the Lyft app, seniors will have access to $25 for rides to and from designated National Supermarket Association-affiliated supermarkets in the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Upper Manhattan during designated senior hours, between 5:30am and 9:30am.
TLC Food Delivery Program: [ADDED 5/19/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/tlc/drivers/tlc-driver-food-delivery.page
Description: TLC drivers can sign-up to deliver meals to elderly and high-risk people around the City. As of, Sunday, April 26, drivers will receive $53 per route, on all routes citywide, including $40 per route in base pay and $13 per route to cover gas and mileage. TLC drivers can also use non-TLC vehicles.
Service Program for Older People [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.spop.org/
Phone Number: 212-787-7120 x514
SilverSneakers | 7 Ways Older Adults Can Stay Connected from Afar [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.silversneakers.com/blog/staying-connected-from-afar-tips-seniors/
Association on Aging in NY [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.agingny.org/covid-19-information.html
NYC Department of Aging [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dfta/index.page
Precautions to take with people 70 years old and older [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home
Elder Abuse Intervention and Prevention [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: http://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/elders
Center for Disease Control and Prevention [ADDED 3/22/20]
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications/older-adults.html
Description: Information on COVID-19s effect on older adults.
Guidance for Homecare and Caregivers [ADDED 3/22/20]
Link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-home-care.html
Description: Resources and guides for older adults, home care, and caregivers.
NYC Department of Aging [ADDED 3/22/20]
Link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dfta/index.page
Description: Constantly updating information on senior centers
Aging Connect [ADDED 3/22/20]
Description: NYC's direct phone line to aging services available for older adults and their caregivers: 212-244-6469
National Council on Aging [ADDED 3/22/20]
City Meals on Wheels [ADDED 3/22/20]
Link: https://www.citymeals.org/get-meals
Description: Citymeals on Wheels is a meals on wheels program serving the homebound elderly in New York City. We partner with community-based organizations and senior centers to supplement the city’s weekday meal delivery program.
Meals for Seniors to pick up in the Bronx [ADDED 3/22/20]
Link: http://bronxboropres.nyc.gov/seniors/
Description: DFTA has requested that senior centers prepare meals for three days to give to seniors starting tomorrow March 19th. These meals will be for Thursday, Friday and Monday!
Elder Abuse Intervention and Prevention [ADDED 3/22/20]
Link: http://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/elders
Description: an intervention addressing elder abuse, neglect and intimate partner violence with those later in life. It is developed for those patients/clients with agency and capacity in non-crisis, non-emergency situations that provides information about healthy and safe relationships, and the impact of unhealthy relationships on health and wellbeing.
Additional Medicaid Pharmacy Guidance Regarding the Declared Disaster Emergency in the State of New York over Covid-19:
90 Day Supplies and Medication Deliver - Medicaid covers a 90-day supply for most, prescription and over the counter (OTC) maintenance medications.
Older adults can call 311 to find a health care provider.
Older adults can call 1-888-NYC-WELL to talk to someone during a stressful time.
ENTERTAINMENT
Google Arts & Culture [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://artsandculture.google.com/
Google | Explore Museums Around the World [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://artsandculture.google.com/partner
Bronx Museum Guided Tours [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: http://www.bronxmuseum.org/education/the-bronx-museum-at-home-guided-tours
New York Botanical Garden At Home [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.nybg.org/nybg-at-home/
American Museum of Natural History Virtual Tours [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.amnh.org/explore
The Met | 360 Project [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/online-features/met-360-project
The Met | Print and Color Artworks at Home [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/art-at-home/coloring-books
ICP Contact High Exhibition Audio Guide [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://gesso.fm/icp/collections/Exhibition/contact-high
National Museum of African American History and Culture [ADDED 5/5/20]
Link: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/nmaahc-digital-resources-guide
El Museo del Barrio [ADDED 5/5/20]
LInk: https://www.elmuseo.org/?fbclid=IwAR0x86Pt7IUHFVmY9dNxeqKguI_kU4l5aii8WR4mcMzvWecTvx0I3K7fEBU