We in living in uncertain times. In order to better help our families, we have put together a list of resources. This list will be updated regularly so please check back often.
DISTRICT 4
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COvid-19 resources
NYC Department of Education
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/
Meal Hubs
Free breakfast and lunch is available to all New Yorkers at meal hubs across the city from 7:30am until 1pm during the week. People can pick up breakfast, lunch and dinner at once, and no identification or registration is required. There will be over 400 meal hubs across the city, and families can find a meal hub location online, or by calling 877-877 FOOD.
Family Welcome Centers
DOE is committed to keeping regular communication channels in place for families to the fullest extent possible, while ensuring we are keeping our staff safe. To that end, Family Welcome Center (FWC) buildings have been temporarily closed and staff members are working remotely to support families. FWC staff are available by email, contact information by borough below, and are prepared to assist with enrollment and placement of new admissions, questions around admissions, information about offers, and waitlists. There may be higher than usual volume but we are aiming to respond to all requests within 48 hours. Parents can also call 311 and say “Schools” to be routed to someone who can assist you.
Families can receive direct support from a FWC staff member by e-mailing your questions to:
Bronx: bronxfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Brooklyn: brooklynfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Manhattan: manhattanfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Queens: queensfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Staten Island: statenislandfwc@schools.nyc.gov
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/
Meal Hubs
Free breakfast and lunch is available to all New Yorkers at meal hubs across the city from 7:30am until 1pm during the week. People can pick up breakfast, lunch and dinner at once, and no identification or registration is required. There will be over 400 meal hubs across the city, and families can find a meal hub location online, or by calling 877-877 FOOD.
Family Welcome Centers
DOE is committed to keeping regular communication channels in place for families to the fullest extent possible, while ensuring we are keeping our staff safe. To that end, Family Welcome Center (FWC) buildings have been temporarily closed and staff members are working remotely to support families. FWC staff are available by email, contact information by borough below, and are prepared to assist with enrollment and placement of new admissions, questions around admissions, information about offers, and waitlists. There may be higher than usual volume but we are aiming to respond to all requests within 48 hours. Parents can also call 311 and say “Schools” to be routed to someone who can assist you.
Families can receive direct support from a FWC staff member by e-mailing your questions to:
Bronx: bronxfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Brooklyn: brooklynfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Manhattan: manhattanfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Queens: queensfwc@schools.nyc.gov
Staten Island: statenislandfwc@schools.nyc.gov
FoodHelp NYC
https://maps.nyc.gov/foodhelp/#map-page
NYC Emergency Management- Covid-19 Services and Resources
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/em/resources/covid-19-services-resources.page
Foodbank for New York City
https://www.foodbanknyc.org/get-help/
Invisible Hands
Volunteers will pick up your groceries and supplies.
https://www.invisiblehandsdeliver.com/how-it-works
NY State Jobs
https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyTable.cfm
Child Mind Institute
https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/
New York State School Social Workers' Association
Coronavirus COVID-19 School Response Resources
https://nyssswa.org/crisis-response/coronavirus-school-response-resources/
Covid-19 Guide with tips. Available in several languages
https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/guidance/covid-19-managing-stress-anxiety.pdf
Tips for speaking to children about COVID-19
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/helping-children-cope-with-changes-resulting-from-covid-19
A Comic for Kids
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring-the-new-coronavirus-
Brain pop video on Corona Virus
https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/?fbclid=IwAR3G85NRLZnO4Bt9ee81AOLFQeu8b4MGZgZweFlYXnvPlixL3cyu8pcDvD8-
Care for Caregivers: Tips for Families and Educators
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/mental-health-resources/care-for-caregivers-tips-for-families-and-educators
Helping Children After Tragic Events: Stop Watching, Start Talking
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/tragic_events/index.htm
Talking With Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Talking-With-Children-Tips-for-Caregivers-Parents-and-Teachers-During-Infectious-Disease-Outbreaks/PEP20-01-01-006
Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/outbreak_factsheet_1.pdf- Fact sheet for families
https://maps.nyc.gov/foodhelp/#map-page
NYC Emergency Management- Covid-19 Services and Resources
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/em/resources/covid-19-services-resources.page
Foodbank for New York City
https://www.foodbanknyc.org/get-help/
Invisible Hands
Volunteers will pick up your groceries and supplies.
https://www.invisiblehandsdeliver.com/how-it-works
NY State Jobs
https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyTable.cfm
Child Mind Institute
https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/
New York State School Social Workers' Association
Coronavirus COVID-19 School Response Resources
https://nyssswa.org/crisis-response/coronavirus-school-response-resources/
Covid-19 Guide with tips. Available in several languages
https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/guidance/covid-19-managing-stress-anxiety.pdf
Tips for speaking to children about COVID-19
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/helping-children-cope-with-changes-resulting-from-covid-19
A Comic for Kids
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring-the-new-coronavirus-
Brain pop video on Corona Virus
https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/?fbclid=IwAR3G85NRLZnO4Bt9ee81AOLFQeu8b4MGZgZweFlYXnvPlixL3cyu8pcDvD8-
Care for Caregivers: Tips for Families and Educators
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/mental-health-resources/care-for-caregivers-tips-for-families-and-educators
Helping Children After Tragic Events: Stop Watching, Start Talking
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/tragic_events/index.htm
Talking With Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
https://store.samhsa.gov/product/Talking-With-Children-Tips-for-Caregivers-Parents-and-Teachers-During-Infectious-Disease-Outbreaks/PEP20-01-01-006
Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/outbreak_factsheet_1.pdf- Fact sheet for families
Support for Undocumented Families
IMMSchools:
https://www.immschools.org/resources/families-hub
New York Immigration Coalition
Provides resources for undocumented families
https://www.nyic.org/
Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Affairs
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/immigrants/index.page
NYC Comptroller’s Office
Immigrant Rights & Services Manual
Available in multiple languages:
https://comptroller.nyc.gov/services/for-the-public/immigrant-rights-and-services/