COVID-19 Resource Guide

The health and well-being of our entire community is always at the forefront of our thinking during the COVID-19 crisis. Our team is working daily to ensure our communities’ needs are met to the maximal extent during this crisis. Here are available resources for NYC Residents. This page will be updated regularly to include information about Phipps Neighborhoods Services as well as assistance for food, unemployment, shelter, healthcare, and more!

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Job Opportunities

NYC Job Opportunities – Downloadable page.

Bronx Workforce1 Virtual Connection: https://bit.ly/39tjwwz
Job opportunities for NYCHA residents – http://opportunitynycha.org/
Job Training – The Hope Program – Free remote job training courses, focusing on digital literacy, work wellness and financial literacy. To apply, must be 18 years old or older and able to attend the full time program. NO HSE/GED required. – https://bit.ly/3c9OKdC
New York Cares Volunteer Form – https://bit.ly/2QKafcX
United States Postal Service Job Search: https://bit.ly/3a8E4eT
Work with Bowery Residents’ Committee (BRC): https://bit.ly/3dFTLfI

Please contact Daniel Agosto at dagosto@phippsny.org or 917-243-7187 with inquiries about our career training programs, employment at Phipps Neighborhoods, or opportunities in the Bronx.

COVID-19 Information

Bronx COVID-19 Testing Centers

Get a free COVID-19 Test – It’s safe, fast, confidential and simple. More than 180 testing sites now open!
- You will not be asked about your immigration status if you are tested for COVID-19 at a NYC Health System site.
Find your local testing center – https://on.nyc.gov/3gGiAZC (Updated 07/10/20)
Online NYS COVID-19 Symptom Assessment – https://on.ny.gov/2xSE9Fn
To make an appointment call, 1-844-NYC-4NYC or 1-888-364-3065. You should call if you are at-risk for COVID-19 and have any of the following symptoms and do not approve over 3-4 days – Fever, Cough, Sore throat, Shortness of breath, Cold or flu-like symptoms.
- If you have difficulty breathing

H+H Testing Site 4006 3rd Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457 (at the corner of East 174th Street) Monday – Sunday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Test results will be available in as little as 15 minutes. *

Test & Trace Corps

Test & Trace Corps is NYC’s initiative to expand testing for COVID-19 and help notify New Yorkers if they have come in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19. See where you can get tested for FREE here.
Test & Trace Corps calls – Hit accept! Test & Trace Corps will reach out from (212)-540-**** or (212)-242-**** if you’ve been exposed to COVID-19.
Find out more information about the Test & Trace Corps.

COVID-19 Information and Updates

Antibody Testing, COVID-19 Testing Sites, By Appointment – 888-279-0967 – https://on.nyc.gov/2Z1sy2c
Centers For Disease Control: https://bit.ly/2UsmLyX
NYC COVID-19 Closings & Laws: https://on.nyc.gov/3djV0Rx
NYC Department of Health: https://on.nyc.gov/2xbmKaA
NYS Department of Health: https://on.ny.gov/2JpHEWv
Text ‘COVID’ to 692-692 to get important COVID-19 related updates sent straight to your phone. You can text ‘COVIDESP’ to get updates in Spanish.
Free New York Times News: https://nyti.ms/3a6hYcW
24-Hour NYS Coronavirus hotline: 1-888-364-3065

Food

Food Banks and Benefits

Food Help NYC – Map of Food Banks in NYC: https://on.nyc.gov/2w4mxFU
Free groceries for 1 week available to all New Yorkers – Neighborhood Opportunity Network Nutrition Kitchens – https://on.nyc.gov/3dKCqRY
Free City Harvest Directory: https://bit.ly/3dgbhao
Free NYC Food Bank Directory: https://bit.ly/2U1tgto
Expensify.org – reimburse $50 on your SNAP card – https://bit.ly/2ytpGjy
HRA – Screen for benefits, Food pantry listings – HRA information line (718) 557-1399: https://on.nyc.gov/2yumHYb
- Recertifications for HRA clients receiving SNAP, Food Stamps or Cash Assistance (CA) are postponed due to COVID-19. Clients will get a letter in the mail when it is time to recertify.
NYC students will automatically receive $421 to purchase food if they received free or reduced price lunches at school – https://on.ny.gov/2ZIE5UF
Shop for Groceries Online with your SNAP (Food Stamps) Benefits – https://on.nyc.gov/3dVfala
SNAP (Food Stamps) Application: https://on.nyc.gov/2U7R8Mc
World Central Kitchen locations in the Bronx: https://bit.ly/39jKaYS
More Free Food Events pictured below
For up to date Food Bank information, please call 311

Food Related Services

Plenti: an app for Food Pantry Reservations: https://bit.ly/2JqW48B
Invisible Hands Food Delivery: https://bit.ly/33yuW0N

Housing, Shelter & Safety

Housing & Shelter Resources

Fact Sheet: Rent and the Temporary Suspension of Evictions – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
LGBTQ+ Resources & Phone Supports – https://bit.ly/3jtRKX5
NYCHA – Interim Recertification the Self-Service Portal – For residents with changed income – https://bit.ly/34jKtBN
NYC Women’s Shelter Directory: https://bit.ly/2U3ae5P
NYC Homeless Shelter Directory: https://bit.ly/2UeQ3Ri
NYC Homeless Services: https://rb.gy/qzt5zd
NYC Tenants Rights Hotline: 212-979-0611

Domestic Safety for Children, Youth, and Adults

Con Edison – IDing a Scammer: https://bit.ly/2UCGPA4
National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4-A-CHILD
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Staying Safe During COVID: https://bit.ly/3ajuVAq – 1800- 799-7233
New York City Anti-Violence Project (AVP): 24/7 hotline 212-714-1141 – Submit an online report form
NYS Domestic Violence Prevention: https://on.ny.gov/2y2BhFV
Safe Horizon – Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotlines, SafeChat: https://bit.ly/2w79fbM

Healthcare

The Community Service Society – Free helpline to help you navigate healthcare bureaucracy – (888) 614-5400 – Monday-Friday, 9 am – 4 pm
Donate Blood – The Red Cross is still holding blood drives throughout the city. – https://rcblood.org/3gvVHZK
Get Covered NYC: https://bit.ly/2U3ae5P
NYC Health + Hospitals: 1-844-692-4692
Telemedicine for Vulnerable New Yorkers – Free Phone-A-Clinician and Tele-Visits to ensure the hardest hit communities have more options when it comes to health care. Call 844-NYC-4NYC
Medicaid Managed Care: 1–800–505–5678
Need help finding a doctor or healthcare provider? Call 311.

Mental Health Services

Counseling & Behavior Health (Phone & Video) – The Institute for Family Health: https://bit.ly/2Jy4afN
Get Covered NYC: https://bit.ly/2U3ae5P
Mental Health Support New Yorkers Can Access While Staying Home – https://bit.ly/2RnrvoS
NYPCC Counseling: https://bit.ly/39pRvG5
NYS Mental Health Department: http://www.omh.ny.gov/
NYS COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline: 1-844-863-9314
NYC Well – 24/7 Text, Call, Email for Emotional Support: https://bit.ly/2UBAKUp
Vibrant Emotional Health – Call, Text, Chat and Online Services: https://bit.ly/2UzeWsm

Grief & Stress Management

Grief Management Resources

3 Grief Counseling Therapy Techniques & Interventions – PositivePsychology.com – https://bit.ly/3454XOE
10 Ways to Help a Grieving Child – National Alliance for Grieving Children – https://bit.ly/3bKFeO3
Counseling, Spiritual, Emotional support for families who have suffered a loss due to COVID-19 – American Red Cross – 585-957-8187 or https://rdcrss.org/3dFpVav
That Discomfort You’re Feeling Is Grief – Harvard Business Review – https://bit.ly/3aGg0jK
How to Help a Grieving Child – The National Center for Grieving Children and Families – https://bit.ly/2wURmxa
Making Your Workplace Safe for Grief – Harvard Business Review – https://bit.ly/2UVC6Iv
We don’t ‘move on’ from grief, we move forward with it – Nora McInerny – TED Talk – https://bit.ly/3bGMgmU

Stress Management Resources

13 Apps To Help You Fight Stress & Anxiety – PCMAG – https://bit.ly/3bUyj5h
Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook – Wellness Society – https://bit.ly/2xwwCfB
All It Takes Is 10 Mindful Minutes – Andy Puddicombe – TED TALK – https://bit.ly/2UtGxv1
Zoom Exhaustion is Real. Six ways to Find Balance and Stay Connected -mindful.org – https://bit.ly/2Xgagt9
Free ‘Headspace’ offering free meditation and mindfulness content for all New Yorkers – https://www.headspace.com/ny
Manage Anxiety & Stress – CDC: https://bit.ly/2UuS7F8
Mediation & conflict mediation services, free and online – The New York Peace Institute – https://bit.ly/2VMv3mY
Webinar – Becoming Trauma-Informed & Recognizing ACES – Montefiore Medical System: https://bit.ly/2JKALiJ

Workplace, Unemployment, Financial Aid

For Individuals

Burial Assistance Allowance regardless of immigration status – NYC HRA – https://on.nyc.gov/2Z1sy2c
Cooling Assistance – Financial help to cover the cost and installation of an air conditioner or fan – https://on.nyc.gov/2P0nYvb

Con Edison – Financial Help & Info During COVID-19: https://bit.ly/2UTl3a8
COVID-19 Federal Stimulus Checks, How to get yours – IRS – https://bit.ly/3erTai4
Debt Collectors Accepting Applications for Hardship Suspension of Debt Collection Activities – https://bit.ly/3et67IO
Humanity Forward – Coronavirus Financial Aid: https://bit.ly/3akzRVt
New York Paid Sick Leave information: https://bit.ly/2U4WrvQ
Student Loan Deferrals and Relief – https://on.ny.gov/3aaCzwa
Stimulus Check – Check the status of your Economic Impact Payment. You will be required to enter your Social Security Number, date of birth, and address. https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment
Unemployment Assistance, Apply: https://on.ny.gov/2WVCgCq

For Businesses

Important Information about NYC Workplace Laws: https://on.nyc.gov/39us6uQ
NYC Small Business Services – Financial Assistance For Small Businesses Impacted By COVID-19: https://on.nyc.gov/2WW0NHy
NYC Small Business Services – NYC Employee Retention Grant – https://on.nyc.gov/2UUQaCb
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for Businesses Under 500 Employees – U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship – https://bit.ly/349K9pt

Job Opportunities

NYC Job Opportunities – Downloadable page.

Bronx Workforce1 Virtual Connection: https://bit.ly/39tjwwz
Job opportunities for NYCHA residents – http://opportunitynycha.org/
Job Training – The Hope Program – Free remote job training courses, focusing on digital literacy, work wellness and financial literacy. To apply, must be 18 years old or older and able to attend the full time program. NO HSE/GED required. – https://bit.ly/3c9OKdC
New York Cares Volunteer Form – https://bit.ly/2QKafcX
NYC’s 311 is hiring additional staff – https://on.nyc.gov/2yY1Sok
NYC is recruiting TLC-licensed drivers for work related to COVID-19 – https://bit.ly/2K4dDM2
United States Postal Service Job Search: https://bit.ly/3a8E4eT
Work with Bowery Residents’ Committee (BRC): https://bit.ly/3dFTLfI

Internet & Digital

Free Spectrum Internet: https://bit.ly/2J0Vy0R
Free Optimum Internet: https://bit.ly/397Um6u
Free Zoom Tutorial For Students: https://bit.ly/2xcr9de
Senior Planet – Webinars for seniors on topics, including: how to use Zoom, how to access online health resources, and how to protect your online information. – https://bit.ly/2B4ugpA
Zoom – Tips to Help You Meet Like a Pro – https://bit.ly/3aCw4Dn

Transportation

Fair Fares Application: https://on.nyc.gov/2U7R8Mc

Parents & Guardians

6 Tips for Homeschooling During Coronavirus – NPR Life Kit – https://n.pr/39jEhdY
Authors reading books for kids: https://bit.ly/2J5oRzv
COVID-19 For Kids – Brain Pop – https://bit.ly/35lw6gT
First-time moms before their 28th week in pregnancy can enroll for a ‘personal nurse’ from NYCHealth – https://on.nyc.gov/34YOnQQ
Helping Children Cope during COVID – National Child Traumatic Stress Network – https://bit.ly/2wlqo1H
How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus – PBS – https://to.pbs.org/33EW6TL
How To Turn Your Home Into A School Without Losing Your Sanity -NPR: https://n.pr/2UsMmJa
Childcare for the families of first responders, health care providers, transit workers, and other key personnel – NYC DOE Regional Enrichment Centers – https://on.nyc.gov/3a9jxpF

Education & Activities

For Teachers and Guardians

20 Online Learning Resources to Get You through Coronavirus School Closures – Swing Learning – https://bit.ly/39yCyBT
The American Museum of Natural History – Free learning tools – https://bit.ly/2wMAqsE
BookFlix – Listen to read alouds and learn about science, music, history, and more with your library card: https://rb.gy/wvmz0c
Brainpop – Educational Games: https://rb.gy/lqbbuh
Building classroom communities during Coronavirus – For Educators – https://rb.gy/tzf2dr
DYCD has created a Virtual Resources Directory to support families and community-based organizations in keeping youth fully engaged through the end of summer. – https://bit.ly/3joZyJw
English as a Second Language – Virtual Classes by BronxWorks – Call 718-508-3112 or email nveloz@bronxworks.org for more information.
English Classes, Free Online – We Speak NYC is now offering free weekly classes. Available to all New York City residents, regardless of immigration status. https://bit.ly/2AEwR9O
PBS – Standards-aligned videos, interactive tools, lesson plans, and more: https://rb.gy/twcxce
NYC Public Schools Remote Learning Devices: https://bit.ly/2UnjvER
NYC Public Schools iPad Distribution: https://on.nyc.gov/2QF0pZS
NYC Public Schools Email Updates: https://on.nyc.gov/3a0Cyvc
SEL – The Kid-Grit Pandemic Crisis Guide – Dignity of Children, Inc. – https://bit.ly/35OpKac
SEL Resources for Teachers to send home – All Grades – Aperture Education – https://bit.ly/2R06KiP
SEL Tips for Kids in this Moment – Morningside Center – https://bit.ly/3dQRvCD

Educational Activities

13 Virtual Ways to “Edutain” Kids About History – https://bit.ly/2xQf39W
450 Ivy League courses you can take online right now for free – Free Code Camp- https://bit.ly/348EiAK
Brainpop – Educational Games: https://rb.gy/lqbbuh
Cincinnati Zoo – Home Safari Activities – https://bit.ly/3jzBsfs
Explorers For the Global Goals – New set of activities for parents and educators of children aged 4-8 – https://bit.ly/2XHZevx
First Lady, Michelle Obama, reading books to young people Mondays at noon ET beginning April 20 and ending May 11. – https://www.youtube.com/pbskids
Free access to ebooks and audiobooks through your local public library or school – https://bit.ly/2TOchKI
Free Audible Books for Kids of All Ages (and Several Languages) – https://adbl.co/3ainIkb
Highlights For Kids – Magazine: https://rb.gy/kwnxbk
The Metropolitan Museum for Kids – https://bit.ly/39IeX1z
MoMath Online: Student Sessions — educator-led sessions for pre-Ks to 12th graders, Monday- Friday – https://bit.ly/2S1idz3
Monumental Women art and suffrage history project “Put Her on a Pedestal.” Aimed primarily at middle schoolers – https://bit.ly/2T3mRx4
Learn English, free weekly online classes for immigrants. Practice English conversation skills – WeSpeakNYC – https://bit.ly/2zAcWrN
Physical Education – HHS Sports Safety Learning Center Course – Grades 3-12 – https://bit.ly/2xLjiUg
National Geographic 4 Kids: https://rb.gy/jvhzkb
Scholastic – Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading & growing: https://rb.gy/8ftlei

Immigrants

Cabrini Immigrant Services of NYC – COVID-19 Resources & Important Information – https://bit.ly/34KvEbN
Know-Your-Rights flyers in 15 languages, and other information – Immigrant Defense Project – https://bit.ly/34EEEPw
New York Immigration Coalition Resources: https://bit.ly/33DtB8Y
NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs – Resources for Immigrants During COVID-19 Pandemic – https://on.nyc.gov/2z4zAIH
NYS Youth Leadership Council – Resource Guide for Undocumented Immigrants – https://bit.ly/345qQxj
Report ICE raids or enforcement activity by calling 212-725-6422

Leisure & Fun

BIGVISION – Free virtual social events for young adults (ages 18-35) who are currently in recovery from drug and alcohol use and living sober lives. – https://bit.ly/2ZLFAkT
Cool Streets NYC – Keeping New Yorkers Cool and Safe This Summer The first set of “Cool Streets” program prioritizes new cooling options on blocks in vulnerable neighborhoods with the highest tree-based shade and fire hydrants with spray caps.
- During heat advisories, NYCDEP and FDNY will proactively install spray caps.
- The City plans to open three public swimming pools on July 24, followed by another 12 on August 1.
- Visit nyc.gov/parks/coolitnyc to find a cooling element near you or call 311 to request a spray cap.
Dance Classes, live and online – Alvin Ailey: https://bit.ly/3ckNwwn
Dance Performances – Alvin Ailey: https://bit.ly/3ag0HgB
DYCD Music, Art, Dance Activities and more available online: https://on.nyc.gov/2xCLUPu
Free HBO Shows and Content: https://rb.gy/5ieknj
Free NBA Games with NBA League pass: https://rb.gy/zzlipj
The Shows Must Go On! – Andrew Lloyd Weber Broadway Shows For Free: https://rb.gy/wrzx9d
Consumer Reports – Streaming Services with Longer Trial Periods: https://rb.gy/rqvdw
Friendly Visiting Program – Older New Yorkers who are feeling isolated can connect with friendly volunteers to talk with over the phone by calling 212-AGING-NYC (212-244-6469).
Fun Virtual activities from NYC Organizations: http://nyc.gov/funathome
GenerationNYC – virtual activities and tips for students on how to cope with stress during this pandemic. For more information and to register, please click here. You can also text “FUN” to 97743. – https://bit.ly/3gxM9gP
New York Botanical Gardens At Home – Videos, Happy Hours, Activities for Adults and Kids – https://bit.ly/2VLOPPz
NYC Parks@Home: online park tours, fitness classes and other activities – https://on.nyc.gov/2V83UcR
Museum Tours – Virtual Tours with Google – https://rb.gy/pvd0x
Tours of American National Parks with Park Rangers – Virtual Tours with Googlehttps://bit.ly/2WV45Jg
Walking Workout – Mile Happy Walk – https://bit.ly/2V7XGJS
YMCAs video fitness classes – https://bit.ly/2D0SHVP
Yoga video classes, free Saturdays in May 11am to 12:30pm – Bronx Community Board 6 with Air & Fire Yoga – RSVP by emailing bronxcb6@bronxcb6.org

More Help

BLM – Talking About Race  - National Museum of African American History and Culture - https://s.si.edu/2E18TqH
BLM – SEL as a Lever for Equity Part 2: Adult SEL to Support Antiracist Practices. Webinar recording – https://bit.ly/3fTyUX0
Bronx Mutual Aid Network (FAM) – Google Document: https://rb.gy/rx11lw
Bronx Community Resources during COVID-19 – https://bit.ly/2LqTOzb
My Bronx Impact – COVID-19 Resource Guide: https://rb.gy/vykbl9
HopeLine Diaper Assistance Program: Diapers to families struggling to provide for their young children. First Come, First Served. Recipients Must: Be the parent/legal guardian of child 2 years or younger; Receive WIC and/or food stamps; Have proof of address; Birth certificate for child/ren. The Hopeline is located at 884 East 163rd Street, Bronx New York 10459 – (718) 402-1212
New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer – COVID-19 Resource Center – https://on.nyc.gov/3bu3HXp
NYC Absentee ballot Requests – Calling 866-VOTE-NYC or downloading the application form at vote.nyc/page/absentee-voting.
- (When completing the form, you must check off “temporary illness.”)
NYCHealth – Covid-19 resources by zip code – https://on.nyc.gov/2Xeo9rD
Pet Hotline – Mayor’s Office of Animal Welfare – Information, planning, referral and service coordination hub for NYC residents who need support for their pets during COVID-19 – 877-204-8821
Complete the 2020 US Census online! Filling it out is easy, safe, and important. – https://my2020census.gov/