COVID-19
COVID-19 RESPONSE
CALL DETAILS & MATERIALS
VACCINATION INFORMATION
TESTING & PUBLIC SAFETY
HEALTHCARE RESOURCES
EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCES
MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESOURCES
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES
CHILDCARE & CHILDREN-FOCUSED RESOURCES
LEGAL ISSUES & RESOURCES
HOUSING & UTILITY RESOURCES
SENIOR CITIZENS RESOURCES
EQUITY & INCLUSION
FOR NONPROFITS & SMALL BUSINESSES
HOW CAN I HELP?
SBA LOAN INFORMATION
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
UNEMPLOYMENT & LABOR RESOURCES
OTHER RESOURCE GUIDES & SITES
DOCUMENTS & RESOURCES
COVID-19 RESPONSE
The Long Island Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (LIVOAD) Coalition has been actively responding to the COVID-19 pandemic since its start in March 2020, and our work continues to evolve as a sector in response to ongoing needs.
The LIVOAD is a coalition of government, nonprofit, and private sector partners who come together to collaboratively address disasters on Long Island. The situation is developing on a nearly hourly basis, and we recognize the critical and emergent need for a robust, and coordinated response across the nonprofit and government sectors for the health and safety of our region.
Please click here for a flyer with information on critical services available. Flyers are in both English and Spanish:
We are working tirelessly to ensure that the Long Island VOAD responds to your concerns as well as the needs of the community.
Click here to sign up to receive LIVOAD e-mail communications.
CALL DETAILS & MATERIALS
Behavioral Health Subcommittee: First Monday of every month, 11:30AM
Legal Subcommittee: Every other Wednesday, 3:00PM
Nutritional Equity Working Group: Please email voad@hwcli.com for meeting dates/times.
Please email voad@hwcli.com with any questions about subcommittee participation.
VACCINATION INFORMATION
VACCINATION LOCATIONS
There are multiple ways to search for a vaccination location on Long Island:
CDC INFORMATION ON AVAILABLE VACCINES:
There are currently three vaccines authorized and recommended in the United States to prevent COVID-19. Click below for the CDC’s information on each of the three vaccines, including the the type of vaccine, possible side effects, safety data, and clinical trial information.
CDC INFORMATION ON AVAILABLE BOOSTERS:
The CDC recommends receiving a booster shot, in order to protect against severe disease, hospitalization and death.
The Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna boosters are preferred in most situations. Only Pfizer-BioNTech is approved for people ages 12-17.
VACCINE HESITANCY & DISPELLING MYTHS
THE HISTORY AND SCIENCE BEHIND VACCINES – Healthcare Triage
Healthcare Triage is an online video series about health care. In their six-part COVID-19 vaccine video project, Healthcare Triage discussed the history and science behind vaccines, societal issues related to vaccination, and the process of developing a vaccine, with particular emphasis on development and distribution of a coronavirus vaccine.
VACCINE EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION TOOLS
A variety of resources have been developed to share helpful information about the vaccine. Click on the links below for materials you can use to promote vaccine education.
OFFERS FOR THOSE WHO ARE VACCINATED/GETTING VACCINATED:
TESTING & PUBLIC SAFETY
Click here to visit the NYS Contract Tracing webpage.
New York State has partnered with Bloomberg Philanthropies, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health and Vital Strategies to create the NYS Contact Tracing Program, a nation-leading initiative to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and make it safer to begin to return to normal again. Contact Tracers work with people who have tested positive for COVID-19 to identify people they have had contact with and let them know they may have been exposed to the disease. If you get a call from “NYS Contact Tracing,” PLEASE answer the phone. Answering the phone will keep your loved ones and community safe
New York State’s reopening plan and other guidance can be found on the New York Forward website:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Cleaning Guidance for Reopening
Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes (Centers for Disease Control – CDC)
Anyone who is being threatened with physical harm should contact 911 immediately.
Nassau County’s COVID-19 Information & Contact Sheet includes information on reporting discrimination and reporting discrimination in school settings.
To report possible cases of discrimination contact:
To report alleged incidents of discrimination in school settings (note that this should be brought to the attention of the local school district before the following resources) :
Additional information can be requested from:
COVID-19 Health Literacy Project
Accessible COVID-19 information has been translated into 35+ different languages to help all patients, especially immigrants and non-English speaking communities, stay informed and healthy. These materials include fact sheets on COVID-19 prevention, management, pregnancy, and information for children. These materials are carefully reviewed and vetted by physicians and faculty members at Harvard Medical School. Created by the COVID-19 Health Literacy Project in collaboration with Harvard Health Publishing.
HEALTHCARE RESOURCES
The deadline for 2021 health coverage has been extended to December 31, 2021.
Individuals who are eligible for other NY State of Health programs – Medicaid, Essential Plan and Child Health Plus – can enroll year-round. Consumers can apply for coverage with the help of a Health and Welfare Council of Long Island or Central Nassau Guidance health care navigator! Appointments are completed over the phone. Please call to schedule an appointment today:
The American Rescue Plan, which was signed into law on March 11, 2021, will lower health care costs by providing new and expanded financial assistance to New Yorkers enrolling in health insurance through NY State of Health. This enhanced assistance is available to current enrollees and new enrollees, including to higher-income individuals for the first time. Starting in early April, individuals with low and moderate incomes can access higher tax credits. Starting in June, NY State of Health will apply these higher tax credits to current enrollees without requiring any action by the enrollee. Also in June, higher-income New Yorkers can access the new tax credits.
For more information, please click here.
Testing is free to all eligible New Yorkers as ordered by a health care provider or by calling the NYS COVID-19 hotline at 1-888-364-3065.
If you go to a test site run by New York State, there is never any charge for your test.
If you go to a test site operated by local governments, private companies including pharmacies and medical practices or not-for-profit organizations, you are advised to check with the testing site and your insurer in advance of being tested to confirm you will not be responsible for any fees associated with your test.
For more information, please click here.
Medicare covers the lab tests for COVID-19. Medicare consumers pay no out-of-pocket costs. Medicare covers all medically necessary hospitalizations; this includes COVID-19 diagnosis. At this time, there’s no vaccine for COVID-19. However, if one becomes available, it will be covered by all Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D). If consumers have a Medicare Advantage Plan, they have access to these same benefits. Medicare allows these plans to waive cost-sharing for COVID-19 lab tests. Many plans offer additional telehealth benefits beyond the ones described below. Please advise clients to check with their plan about coverage and costs. Please visit Medicare.gov for more information.
The HIICAP hotline and volunteer counselors are available to provide information on all aspects of health insurance including Medicare Parts A, B, C & D and EPIC.
EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCES
Long Island’s providers are working hard to make sure that people have enough food to eat- please use these maps from Long Island Cares and Island Harvest to find food in your community. Please note that resources are changing every day and it’s important to call ahead before visiting any pantry.
Long Island Cares– Click here to find pantries, soup kitchens, and other meal services by zip code.
(631) 582-3663
Island Harvest– Click here to find pantries, soup kitchens, and other meal services by zip code.
(631) 873-4775
The Department of Social Services will continue to process SNAP applications and assist clients.
HWCLI continues to assist clients with SNAP Applications remotely- for more information on our service please call: (516) 505-4437, or you can apply directly here: Apply for SNAP.
The WIC Program can now issue benefits remotely. Please call your local WIC office to learn more.
MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Project Hope – Coping with COVID
Project Hope Providers in Nassau and Suffolk Counties (Flyer)
NY Project Hope is New York’s COVID-19 Emotional Support Helpline.
NY Project Hope helps New Yorkers understand their reactions and emotions during COVID-19. Through an emotional support helpline, educational materials, and trusted referrals, NY Project Hope helps people manage and cope with changes brought on by COVID-19.
NY Project Hope Crisis Counselors understand what you are going through. Talking to them is free, confidential, and anonymous. Talk to someone who is trained, knowledgeable and never judges. Sometimes it helps to talk with someone you don’t know. To search for a provider near you, click here.
You can also call the NY Project Hope Emotional Support Helpline: 1-844-863-9314
The Mental Health Association of Nassau County
Association for Mental Health and Wellness (MHAW) Mental Health Helpline
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Hispanic Counseling Center: The Hispanic Counseling Center’s team of social workers can be reached at 516-538-2613 Monday through Thursday from 9am – 8pm and Friday and Saturday from 9am to 4p. They offer various services via telehealth, including:
Long Beach Therapy Network
Suffolk County Division of Community Mental Hygiene Services: This department is the local governmental unit responsible for the coordination and oversight of all community services to persons with alcohol and substance abuse problems, mental illness, mental retardation and/or developmental disabilities. Community Mental Hygiene Services is authorized under the New York State Mental Hygiene Law. It functions in concert with New York State’s Office of Mental Health; Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse and the Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. Various resources are available on this website, including the below:
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger. Please visit this link to access resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Headspace for free for New Yorkers: New York has been hit hard by the current global crisis. In partnership with Governor Cuomo, Headspace wants to be here for you — to help you find some time and space as you weather this storm. This special NY collection of meditation, sleep, and movement exercises are here to support you through stressful and challenging times. Helping you — and your fellow New Yorkers — stay strong and be kind to yourselves, with a New York state of mind.
Disponible en Español
PsychHub COVID-19 Mental Health Resources: Beacon offers access to a COVID-19 Mental Health Resource Hub which provides a range of resources designed to help people, their families and care providers cope with pandemic related stress.
Several 12 step meetings have set up online or remote options to continue services for those looking for community support.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES
Anyone whose life is in immediate danger should call 911.
During COVID-19 Quarantine, interviews, petitions, orders of protection can be done remotely via video and telephone. Please call one of the following agency hotlines for assistance:
AYUDA LATINA HOTLINE launched for Latina Immigrant Victims of Crime
(833) SMAYUDA (833-762-9832)
SEPA Mujer, Incl offers a 24-hour/ 7 day-per-week Spanish-language hotline for Latina immigrant victims of crime. The hotline launched on April 8, 2020.
In a time where so much is unknown and social contact must remain at a minimum, SEPA Mujer is launching what is expected to be an invaluable tool to Latina immigrants who are victims of crime. The AYUDA LATINA Spanish- language hotline aims to empower women by providing emotional support, information and referrals to victims of gender-based violence, hate crimes, wage theft, and gang violence. Ayuda Latina, which is a part of SEPA Mujer’s Victim’s Assistance Program funded by the New York State Office of Victim’s Services, will be facilitated by SEPA Mujer members who hail from a myriad of diverse Latin American backgrounds. These incredible volunteers are donating their time to handle calls 24/7. Additional program services include case management, legal immigration case relief services, and a sexual assault survivor support group.
LINEA DE AYUDA LATINA EN ESPAÑOL PARA INMIGRANTES VÍCTIMAS DE CRIMEN
(833) SMAYUDA (833-762-9832)
SEPA Mujer ofrece una Línea de Ayuda en ESPAÑOL 24 horas/7 días a la semana para inmigrantes víctimas de crimen. La línea de ayuda empezó a funcionar el 8 de abril del 2020.
En una época donde hay tanto que no conocemos y que el contacto social debe permanecer al mínimo, SEPA Mujer está lanzando lo que se espera sea una herramienta invaluable para las latinas inmigrantes que sean víctimas de crímenes. La línea de ayuda en español pretende empoderar a las mujeres dando apoyo emocional, información y referidos a las víctimas de violencia de género, crímenes de odio, robo de salarios and violencia de pandillas. Esta línea es posible gracias a la participación de increíbles voluntarias que están donando su tiempo para contestar las llamadas 24/7. Adicionalmente este programa incluye servicios de manejo de casos, servicios de ayuda con casos de inmigración y grupos de apoyo de sobrevivientes de asalto sexual. La Línea de Ayuda Latina empodera a la comunidad latina y ayudar a crear una Long Island más segura, removiendo la barrera del lenguaje para víctimas y testigos de crímenes.
CHILDCARE & CHILDREN-FOCUSED RESOURCES
(516) 358-9250
For emergency responders who need Child Care: (516) 727-0331
(631) 462-0303
Essential workers looking for child care can call (646) 926-3784
New York State Division of Child Care Services
NYS Child Care Scholarships for Essential Workers
New York State will provide child care scholarships to essential workers. Child care costs will be covered for essential staff whose income is less than 300% of the federal poverty level — or $78,600 for a family of four. Essential workers (including health care providers, law enforcement, food delivery workers, grocery store employees and others) can use these scholarships to pay for their existing care arrangement. If an essential worker needs child care, they can contact their local child care referral agency to find openings:
Child Care Employment
Due to the added stress of the COVID-19 outbreak on essential workers, including those in the Child Care community, The Child Care Council of Nassau is extending the use of their Job Bank (https://bit.ly/JOBBANKCCCN) to ALL Nassau County Child Care programs in need of additional staffing at this time.
Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Resources
Information For Families with A Child with an Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability During the Covid-19 Pandemic: From The STRYDD Center (Supporting Trauma Recovery for Youth with Developmental Disabilities) Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Northwell Health, the resources below are specific to the COVID-19 pandemic to help parents support their child with special needs.
These resource guides were developed in April, 2020. Some resources address all children’s needs; some were developed specifically for children with I/DD and/or Autism.
The National Association for School Psychologists developed a site for its members and the public with information, guidelines, and resources to help support the learning and well-being of students, their families and others in the school community during the COVID-19 crisis.
Trainings/Webinars
Child Care Council of Nassau Social Distancing Series
Social Distancing in Early Childhood Programs:
English http://www.childcarenassau.org/documents/429.pdf
Spanish http://www.childcarenassau.org/documents/430.pdf
Remaining Proactive in Early Childhood Classrooms During COVID-19 Part 1
English http://www.childcarenassau.org/documents/435.pdf
Spanish http://www.childcarenassau.org/documents/436.pdf
Remaining Proactive in Early Childhood Classrooms During COVID-19 Part 2
English http://www.childcarenassau.org/documents/441.pdf
Spanish http://www.childcarenassau.org/documents/440.pdf
Other Resources and Information:
Docs for Tots is committed to continue promoting optimal well-being of young children. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, they have compiled a list of the most updated resources and agency notifications here.
Zero to Three Coronavirus Resources: Coronavirus Resources for Early Childhood Professionals
VOICE: CSEA/VOICE: a union made up of and working for family child care providers from across New York State, organizing for power to take on challenges facing us and the children and families we serve. Here is a link to COVID-19 resources on their website.
Child Care Aware of America: Provides three COVID-19 resources hubs for various audiences:
New York Association for the Education of Young Children: Offers COVID-19 resources, including resources for talking with children about the ongoing pandemic.
Vroom: Offers several simple and fun ways to boost brain building at home together with your child. Resources available in English and Spanish.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network: Offers ways to support children and talk to them about COVID-19. This fact sheet describes how to start a conversation with children about COVID-19, correct inaccurate information, encourage children to ask questions and how to answer them, help children self-regulate, and outlines common reactions, how to stay connected, practice self-care, and what to do if you need extra help.
National Association for the Education of Young Children: Visit their website for more information to support our nation’s child care and early learning programs, including educators, families, and children.
Children’s Defense
LEGAL ISSUES & RESOURCES
Touro Law School has established a free helpline to answer legal questions arising from the pandemic. Volunteer attorneys are available to answer calls and can provide referrals to clients with a variety of needs. The helpline will provide referrals to our Touro’s clinical program and appropriate legal partners on a wide range of legal issues, including landlord-tenant, civil liberties, bankruptcy, employee rights, unemployment, stimulus payment, insurance and more.
CARACEN: CARECEN has provided high quality legal assistance to immigrant communities in Nassau and Suffolk counties for over thirty years. We currently offer a variety of legal services in both affirmative and defensive cases, including initial and renewal requests for temporary protected status (TPS) and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), green card renewals, naturalization, adjustment of status, family petitions, unlawful presence waivers, special immigrant juvenile status (SIJS), among others. We screen for a broad range of legal relief when we meet with our clients and inform them of the immigration benefits they are eligible to apply for and the implications of applying for them. Link to website: https://www.carecenny.org/.
Community Legal Advocates of New York: Community Legal Advocates of New York is a private, non-profit organization that is dedicated to closing the social justice gap by advancing the rights of low and moderate income clients. Consistent with the vision of its founders, CLA provides free or low cost holistic civil legal and advocacy services to residents of Long Island and New York City. Link to website: https://www.cla-ny.org/
Empire Justice Center: The Empire Justice Center is a statewide non-profit law firm that focuses on poverty law and social policy. Our Long Island office provides advocacy and legal assistance at no cost to low income Long Islanders in Nassau and Suffolk, regardless of immigration status. We assist with matters related to public benefits, immigration, consumer fraud, housing (for tenants facing eviction), disability rights, language access, child support, and other non-criminal matters. We are available to provide technical assistance to other advocates and to accept calls from the community, as well as referrals. We will provide assistance in your language. Link to website: https://empirejustice.org.
Hofstra Law (“Hofstra Pro Se Legal Assistance Program”): The Pro Se Legal Assistance Program (the “ Hofstra Program”) is a free service offered by Hofstra University’s Maurice A. Deane School of Law, and is staffed by members of the law school, including an attorney, a law professor, and law students. The Hofstra Program provides free information, advice, and limited scope legal assistance to non-incarcerated pro se litigants who have filed, or intend to file, a civil case in the Central Islip Eastern District of New York federal court. The Hofstra Program seeks to enhance access to justice and improve the litigation process for litigants and the Court by helping pro se litigants navigate the court system. The Hofstra Program assists litigants with federal civil cases, including cases involving civil rights, employment discrimination, labor law, and social security benefits. The Hofstra Program cannot assist individuals while they are incarcerated, but can provide assistance to litigants once they are released from custody. Link to website: https://proseprogram.law.hofstra.edu/.
Latino Justice: For more than 40 years LatinoJustice PRLDEF has acted as an advocate against injustices throughout New York and beyond. Latino Justice’s mission is to ensure that all Latinx people in the United States are treated with dignity, justice, and fairness. Link to website: https://www.latinojustice.org/en/coronavirus-resources
Legal Aid Society of Nassau County: The Legal Aid Society of Nassau County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping indigent persons in criminal legal matters and in certain family court matters including those involving child custody and support issues. Link to website: https://nclas.org/index.html.
Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County: Established in 1964, The Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County provides zealous, holistic criminal defense, certain family court representation, and social work assistance to eligible Suffolk County residents. As defenders, our focus centers on the well-being of our clients, legal and otherwise. Through a combination of high quality courtroom advocacy and a client-centered community approach, The Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County strives to safeguard the rights of the indigent and assure equal access to justice. Eligibility form: http://sclas.msnetsol.info/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/convert-jpg-to-pdf.net_2016-08-24_20-25-44.pdf Link to website: http://sclas.org/.
Legal Hand: At the Legal Hand Call-in Center, serving Nassau and Suffolk Counties, trained community Volunteers, who are not lawyers, provide free information, assistance, and referrals to help you resolve issues that affect your life, in areas like employment, housing, family, immigration, domestic violence, and public benefits and prevent problems from turning into legal cases. You can contact the Legal Hand Call-In Center by telephone, text, and chat. We can also meet with you by video. There are no eligibility requirements and all are welcome.
Legal Information for Families Today (LIFT): is a nonprofit based in New York that provides free family law information and advice. LIFT is dedicated to enhancing access to justice for families involved in the New York Family Court system. Parents and caregivers seeking information about New York child support, custody, visitation, paternity, or Family Court procedure can call LIFT’s Helpline at 212-343-1122, Toll-free 800-696-8629 (Helpline hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm). In addition to providing information over the Helpline, LIFT can arrange one-on-one consultations for legal advice on issues of paternity, child support, custody, and visitation. For legal advice outside of New York City, call LIFT’s Helpline for information about Family Legal Connection, a program that connects unrepresented litigants with pro bono attorneys by video-chat. LIFT’s programs are free and open to all. LIFT does not provide full legal representation. Link to website: www.LIFTonline.org.
Nassau Suffolk Law Services: NSLS is the largest provider of free civil legal assistance to people with low incomes or disabilities on Long Island. Our practice areas include, among other matters:
Through partnerships with the Nassau and Suffolk County Bar Associations, NSLS matches clients with pro bono attorneys for assistance with divorces, bankruptcies, and 17A guardianships of people with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
NSLS also has specialized units to serve Veterans, Nassau County seniors, people with HIV/Aids, people with behavioral health disorders, people who have been released from incarceration, and residents of adult care facilities.
New York Courts – Nassau
Link to Website: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/COURTS/10JD/nassau/index.shtml
New York Courts – Suffolk
Link to Website: http://ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/10jd/suffolk/dist/index.shtml
NYLAG: New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) provides free legal services, financial counseling, and engage in policy advocacy to help people experiencing poverty. The organization is operating via telephonic and virtual meetings and continuing their advocacy efforts. Hotline for COVID-19 Legal Resources to help answer legal questions – 929-356-9582 7am-1pm Mon-Fri. Link to website: https://www.nylag.org/covid19/
Office of Nassau County Attorney: Office of Nassau County Attorney Jared Kasschau. The Office of the Nassau County Attorney provides professional, efficient and thorough legal representation to the County, its elected officials, officers, boards, department and agencies, including all legal matters related to its operations and compliance with federal, state and local laws. Office located One West Street Mineola, NY 11501 which is opened Monday – Friday 9am – 4:45pm. Link to website: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/451/County-Attorney
Pro Bono Partnership: is available to assist nonprofit organizations with legal questions related to COVID-19.
Safe Passage Project, Long Island: Nonprofit immigration legal services organization where free lawyers assist refugee and immigrant children. There is also a social work team to provide healthcare, educational, and other referral services necessary for the child’s well-being, and to support the legal case and a mentoring program. Link to website: https://www.safepassageproject.org/
SEPA Mujer: Latina Immigrants Rights Organization works to provide legal assistance and advocacy, provides leadership and training and rights for Latina immigrant women’s issues. COVID-19 resources can be found at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQK0hd9X25m-Usu-iEiFT07xjPatmWVoy1E85Mi698RILVS4rXV4AjFudu-alh7EAMYQDTwcvw-6EiM/pub Offices located at 45 Oak Street Patchogue, NY 11772. Resources available in both English and Spanish. Business hours are Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm and Fridays 9am-4pm. Link to website: https://www.sepamujer.org
Suffolk County Bar Association: Organization representing lawyers of Suffolk county who’s our organization and the legal profession it represents has assisted the community through charitable services, pro bono representation, scholarship programs and legal education. Office is 560 Wheeler Road Hauppauge, NY 11788. Link to website: https://www.scba.org/new/
Touro Law Empire Justice Center: The Empire Justice Center is the only statewide, multi-issue, multi-strategy non-profit law firm focused on changing the “systems” within which poor and low-income families live. With a focus on poverty law, Empire Justice undertakes research and training, acts as an informational clearinghouse and provides litigation backup to local legal services programs and community-based organizations.
Touro Senior Citizens Law Program at Touro Law Center, legal services provided by licensed attorneys, without charge, to Suffolk County residents only, ages 60+. Assistance with government benefit programs, consumer debt issues, landlord-tenant matters, durable powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills, home repair fraud, financial exploitation, institutional abuse, warranties, and contracts, and related matters. Funding provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the New York State Office for the Aging through the Suffolk County Office for the Aging. Link to website: https://www.tourolaw.edu/AboutTouroLaw/571
Please also see the “Domestic Violence” page
Please also see the “Housing & Utility Resources” page
Please also see the “Unemployment and Labor Resources” page
Several organizations and firms have developed resource guides with information specifically for legal service providers or those seeking legal guidance on matters related to COVID-19.
HOUSING & UTILITY RESOURCES
SENIOR CITIZENS RESOURCES
Nassau County Office for the Aging |
Suffolk County |
516-227-8900 |
631-853-8200 |
The FCA (Family and Children’s Association) Senior Division will continue to provide services in a modified way that protects the safety of seniors.
Please click here for more information about these services.
EQUITY & INCLUSION
The State of Black Long Island Equity Council
SOBLI is hosting webinars as part of their “Trusted Voices of the Community Series. Informaton about these webinars will be share through our LIVOAD email. If you do not receive our LIVOAD COVID-19 emails and would like to, please click here.
For more information, please email trustedvoices20@gmail.com
Past Webinars Slides:
COVID-19 Pandemic: Preliminary Response & Recovery Report
NYC Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams released this report in April 2020, and though it is city-focused, it includes state-wide data. Lessons and considerations from this document can be adapted for broader regional considerations.
Mental Health
FOR NONPROFITS & SMALL BUSINESSES
NYS Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) helps to administer the Public Assistance program.
Potential eligible applicants include:
The New York State Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) has links to the applicant briefing webinar slides, as well as relevant forms and eligibility guidelines. If you are planning to apply for Public Assistance, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that you submit your Request for Public Assistance (RPA) as soon as possible.
FEDERAL LAW GUIDANCE
HOW CAN I HELP?
NASSAU COUNTY PPE DONATIONS
Donation Drop Off Location: Nassau County Public Safety Parking Lot, Field 3, Park Blvd, Eisenhower Park. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday through April 3.
Supplies requested include:
SUFFOLK COUNTY PPE DONATIONS
To help protect our medical professionals and first responders, a Suffolk County Supply Drive is being held to collect personal protective equipment. Residents can drop off supplies at the Suffolk County Fire Academy located at 102 East Avenue in Yaphank from Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Suffolk County is partnering with the construction industry, building trades, and others in organized labor to solicit donations of N95 masks, earloop face masks, gowns, and gloves. The County is also looking to solicit donations of earloop masks and gloves from the personal service industry. For a large donation of supplies or a potential vendor of opportunity, residents can contact FRESfinance@suffolkcountyny.gov.
VOLUNTEER:
If you are a nonprofit organization actively seeking volunteers to serve in essential or virtual capacities, please email voad@hwcli.com with a description of the volunteer services needed, links to more information, and a contact phone/email.
SBA LOAN INFORMATION
SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA LOANS)
Stony Brook University Small Business Development Center
Suffolk Forward – Programs for Small Business:
Additional guidance from NYS’ Empire State Development page, including an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) FAQ can be found here. Scroll to the bottom of the page for documents with additional information.
A list of approved participating SBA Lenders in New York can be found on the www.suffolkchambers.org COVID-19 page.
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
FEDERAL STIMULUS PAYMENTS
MORTGAGES, LOANS & PAYMENTS
(Please also see the Housing and Utility Resources page)
UNEMPLOYMENT & LABOR RESOURCES
Filing a new Unemployment Insurance claim?
IN SPANISH: A document with useful information in Spanish can be found here.
New York Paid Family Leave COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
OTHER RESOURCE GUIDES & SITES
Several partners, state agencies, and other entities have compiled COVID-19 related resources as well. Here are several that may contain useful information for you.
GENERAL RESOURCES
RESOURCES FOR NONPROFITS/ADVOCATES:
RESOURCES FOR NONPROFITS/BUSINESSES –
Funding & Operations Concerns:
DOCUMENTS & RESOURCES
Regional Disaster Relief Coalition
LIVOAD MISSION
The LIVOAD (Long Island Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) is a collaborative effort inclusive of nonprofit, government, and private sector partners, constantly working toward comprehensive preparation and planning. The LIVOAD identifies community-specific concerns, and is addressing these through expert-led coalitions lead by HWCLI. Within an accessible and inclusive environment, we work to address emergent needs and gaps and services in order to build a more resilient Long Island for generations to come. Of paramount importance is being prepared to respond to anticipated and spontaneous large- and small-scale disasters effectively, and working with partner agencies to mitigate the effects of myriad disasters.
Formed by HWCLI in 2001 after the September 11 attacks, the LIVOAD has worked for almost two decades as an umbrella structure for group working on disaster planning and recovery. This broad coalition is a local version the National VOAD which is comprised of disaster health and human service, religious, and government agencies working through Collaboration, Cooperation, Coordination, and Communication (4 C’s) to respond regionally. From guiding Long Islanders to HEAP services in the winter, to facilitating cross-sector, multi-agency response to large-scale disasters, the LIVOAD stands ready to assist Long Islanders with disasters of varying magnitude and scope. Recognizing that disasters come in many forms and sizes, we welcome you to become a member and bring your expertise to help us address the many disasters Long Islanders face. For more information, please contact, Tommi-Grace Melito (tgmelito@hwcli.com).
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