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  • Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Communities
    Online Support Groups & Social media Black Mental Wellness - https://www.instagram.com/blackmentalwellness/ Sister Support Group - https://www.sistaafya.com/events/online-sister-support-group-processing-the-movement BIPOC Mental Health Collective - https://www.instagram.com/bipocmhc/?hl=en Latinx Therapy Podcast - https://latinxtherapy.com/podcast/ Therapy for Black Girls Thrive Tribe - https://www.facebook.com/groups/808875152620942/ Decolonizing Therapy - https://www.instagram.com/decolonizingtherapy/ QTPOC Mental Health - https://www.instagram.com/qtpocmentalhealth/?hl=en Self-guided Supports Shine (BIPOC Meditation & Mindfulness App) - https://www.theshineapp.com/ The Safe Place - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-safe-place/id1349460763 Racial Trauma Guide - https://www.psychology.uga.edu/racial-trauma-guide Racial Trauma Support - https://psyservs.sfsu.edu/content/racial-trauma-resiliency-and-ally-resources Black Emotional & Mental Health (BEAM) Toolkit & Resources - https://www.beam.community/tool-kits-education Guided meditation to heal from racial trauma - https://soundcloud.com/drcandicenicole/black-lives-matter-meditation-for-healing-racial-trauma
  • LGBTQIA+ Communities
    Online Support Groups & Resources LGBTQIA+ Group - https://www.seacoastoutright.org/ It Gets Better - https://itgetsbetter.org/ Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Protect your space and well-being on Instagram - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/IG-x-Trevor-Project_LGBTQ-Safety-Guide.pdf Pronoun Resource - https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/GLSEN%20Pronouns%20Resource.pdf Trans Lifeline - https://translifeline.org/ Human Rights Campaign - https://www.hrc.org/ LGBTQIA+ Drug & Alcohol Treatment - https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/lgbtq/ Self-guided Supports LGBTQIA+ Coming Out Guide - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Coming-Out-Handbook.pdf Supporting Black LGBTQIA+ Youth Mental Health -https://www.thetrevorproject.org/blog/supporting-black-lgbtq-youth-mental-health/ Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbian and Gays (PFLAG) - https://pflag.org/ Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC) - https://www.gmhc.org/
  • Undocumented & International Communities
    Online Support Groups & Resources Virtual Gatherings for undocumented young people - https://immigrantsrising.org/wellnessgatherings/ Immigrant Entrepreneurs Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/undocuhustle/ USCIS DACA Webpage - https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/humanitarian-parole/consideration-of-deferred-action-for-childhood-arrivals-daca Immigrant Rights & Services in NYC - https://comptroller.nyc.gov/wp-content/uploads/documents/immigrant_rights_and_services_manual.pdf NYC Free & Low-cost Health Care Access (similar to health insurance) - https://www.nyccare.nyc/ General Resources - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18p9OSlLpSYanIoUC-gEbhVbRMYVUfw4wyrixa9ekGdc/htmlview?usp=sharing&sle=true Self-guided Supports ACLU’s “Know your immigrant rights.” - https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/immigrants-rights/ Resources for Undocumented Students - https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/digitalServices/pdf/professionals/repository-of-resources-for-undocumented-students.pdf Immigrant Family Preparedness Plan - https://www.ilrc.org/sites/default/files/resources/family_preparedness_plan.pdf DACA (how to) App - https://www.probono.net/mobileinitiatives/item.4891-Pocket_DACA Free & Low-cost Legal Services - https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/ Immigrant guide: Building your business in NYC - https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/sbs/downloads/pdf/about/reports/ibi_toolkit.pdf
  • Health (Mental/Physical/Emotional)
    General information on COVID-19 (symptoms, checklist, how to protect yourself, etc.) - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Social Support: Staying Connected - https://mhanational.org/stay-connected American Psychological Association Resources on Pandemics - https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/pandemics Understanding Mental Health Disorders- https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/ Mindfulness & Meditation Apps - https://www.thedailymeditation.com/meditation-apps Staying well while working from home - https://www.activeminds.org/blog/tips-to-stay-mentally-well-while-working-from-home/ Recovery Support Groups Online (i.e., AA, NA, etc.) - https://www.intherooms.com/home/covid-19-resources/ Resources for Survivors of Violence (domestic, IPV, etc.) during Covid - https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/get-updates-information-covid-19/ Domestic Violence Support Strategies - https://www.thehotline.org/2020/03/13/staying-safe-during-covid-19/ Meditation Resources - https://www.tenpercent.com/coronavirussanityguide?utm_campaign=cv_response_website_banner&utm_medium=website&utm_source=cv_response Best Free Yoga Classes Online - https://www.thecut.com/2016/01/best-free-yoga-classes-online.html Free workout Apps - https://www.glamour.com/story/best-free-workout-apps Free YMCA video exercise classes - https://ymca360.org/
  • Educational
    Scholastic learning at home - https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html Distance Learning Resources from the Smithsonian - https://learninglab.si.edu/distancelearning Virtual Field Trips - https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/ Virtual School Activities (webcam, virtual tours/trips, and activities) - https://virtualschoolactivities.com/ Vetted Ivy-League students to tutor 5-8 (1-on-1) - GoPeer.org 2500 Museums to visit virtually - https://hyperallergic.com/547919/2500-virtual-museum-tours-google-arts-culture/ Free Textbooks and Journals online for college students - https://www.cambridge.org/core/what-we-publish/textbooks (fyi, your university/college must request access prior to use, if they haven’t you may as a librarian or professor to request access using: https://www.cambridge.org/us/academic/covid-19-resources-and-information/information-librarians Storyline Online (children books read by celebrities) - https://www.storylineonline.net/
  • Resources for Parents/Caregivers
    Supporting children during Covid-19 - https://childmind.org/article/supporting-kids-during-the-covid-19-crisis/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%20Parents%20Guide%20to%20Problem%20Behavior&utm_campaign=Weekly-03-16-20 Talking with children about COVID-19 - https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource Talking with kids about fear and violence - https://mhanational.org/talking-kids-about-fear-and-violence Cómo hablar con los niños sobre el coronavirus - https://childmind.org/article/como-hablar-con-los-ninos-sobre-el-coronavirus/ Tips for caregivers - 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 National Alliance for Caregiving - https://www.caregiving.org/
  • Work/Unemployment Resources
    For Workers: The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) has a number of helpful links: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/careers/covid19-jobseeker-outreach.page Unemployment Insurance: https://www.labor.ny.gov/formsdocs/factsheets/pdfs/P800.pdf Fact Sheets are also available in other languages City of New York’s Virtual Service Center: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/em/resources/covid-19-services-resources.page Please also encourage people to call 311 with any questions – particularly New Yorkers who lack internet access. Finding remote jobs during Covid - https://www.forbes.com/sites/advisor/2020/03/31/websites-to-find-work-from-home-jobs-hiring-during-the-covid-19-crisis/#6f228dcf3c43 Companies hiring during Covid - https://www.csustan.edu/career/employment-opportunities/list-companies-hiring-during-covid-19-pandemic For Employers: General Guidance for Business Owners: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/businesses/covid19-business-tips-faqs.page Zero-interest loans and payroll grants for small businesses: applications will be available soon. Click here for more info: www.nyc.gov/covid19biz As discussed, you can contact SBS Commissioner Gregg Bishop with concerns about your business at gbishop@sbs.nyc.gov. Shared Work: the NYS Department of Labor has a program available called Shared Work that enables employers to reduce their workers’ hours, and also enables those workers to be eligible for part-time Unemployment Insurance to supplement their income. I’m attaching a one-pager on the program and more detailed info is available here: https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/employerinfo/shared-work-program.shtm
  • Crisis or Immediate Response
    Disaster Hotline from SAMHSA - https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) provides crisis counseling and support for anyone in the U.S. experiencing distress or other behavioral health concerns related to any natural or human-caused disaster, including public health emergencies. Crisis Text Line - https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text MHA to 741741 and you’ll be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line provides free, text-based support 24/7. NYC WELL Hotline (24/7 crisis hotline) - https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/ Call: 1-888-NYC-WELL Text: “WELL” to 65173 Chat at: https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/get-help-now/chat-with-a-counselor-now/
  • Entertainment
    Free Apps - https://appleinsider.com/articles/20/03/19/free-apps-and-things-to-do-from-home-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic?fbclid=IwAR2WpsV217aXLZadbcwUnCJ8RyYBXa15YvfuSOJeOJCTdAjRmzjDJn4vtqw Netflix Party (watch shows/movies with friends and loved ones) - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/netflix-party/oocalimimngaihdkbihfgmpkcpnmlaoa?hl=en Hundred of audible books - https://www.audible.com/ep/FreeListens 300,000 free ebooks and audiobooks - https://www.nypl.org/books-music-movies/ebookcentral or download “SimplyE” app for android/ios. Amazon Prime Video (FREE movies/shows for ANYONE with an amazon account, not just PRIME) – Go to Prime Video on your Amazon account Watch the Northern Lights from your couch - https://www.timeout.com/usa/news/live-stream-the-northern-lights-from-your-couch-tonight-032320?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&cid=%7Enewyork%7Enatsoc%7Efacebook%7Eechobox#Echobox=1584996339 Free Online Dance Classes from Alvin Alley - https://www.aileyextension.com/keepdancing Free Virtual London Tours - https://www.visitlondontaxitours.com/news/21-of-the-best-free-london-virtual-tours National Park Virtual Tours: Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico - https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/carlsbad-caverns/natural-entrance-tour Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska - https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/kenai-fjords/exit-glacier-tour Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii - https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/hawaii-volcanoes/nahuku-lava-tube-tour Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah - https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/bryce-canyon/sunset-point-tour Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida - https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/dry-tortugas/near-little-africa-tour Petra (The Rose Red City) - https://www.google.co.uk/maps/about/behind-the-scenes/streetview/treks/petra/ Apps to Stay Connected - https://www.mlive.com/coronavirus/2020/03/use-these-apps-to-stay-connected-to-family-friends-during-coronavirus-pandemic.html Virtual Happy Hour Ideas (for adults) - https://snacknation.com/blog/virtual-happy-hour/ Multiplayer Board Games Online for the Family (Local – same household): https://poki.com/en/board https://www.pogo.com/board-games?sl=2&filters=board
  • Financial Assistance
    COVID-19 Financial Assistance - https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/coronavirus Federal Loan Repayment Support from the government - https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/delivering-president-trumps-promise-secretary-devos-suspends-federal-student-loan-payments-waives-interest-during-national-emergency Stimulus Check from the Government Information - https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/ncna1168936?__twitter_impression=true United Way Covid-19 Community Economic Relief Fund (help to pay bills, rent, food) – Call 1-866-211-9966, provide your zip code and you will be given a list of local agencies than can help.
  • Food Insecurity
    Brooklyn Pantries - https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/brooklyn_food_pantries.html Queens and South Bronx Pantries - https://1010wins.radio.com/articles/news/free-meal-stations-set-up-in-queens-so-bronx-to-help-nyers Food Safety Guide (i.e., ordering food, etc.) - https://www.seriouseats.com/2020/03/food-safety-and-coronavirus-a-comprehensive-guide.html?fbclid=IwAR0ShqgMm6VxD0A4iFdgjGi16dGp7HsynL15PN1rkIBqlKk6zorcOZgaaig Bodega ordering app (“my bodega online” – android/ios ) - https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/a-new-delivery-app-dedicated-to-new-york-city-bodegas-just-launched-032420?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&cid=~newyork~natsoc~facebook~echobox#Echobox=1585079402 Food Help NYC - https://foodhelp.nyc.gov/ 3 Free Meals a Day - https://www.schools.nyc.gov/freemeals
  • Miscellaneous
    ​Conference Presenter Resources Listing canceled or telepresentations on CV - https://apastyle.apa.org/blog/canceled-conferences?fbclid=IwAR1HHOLAhwJSnDU-VRGGgIqZ5cInV_9OeU0s--fEezNl6Xm9icmC66GfzhI Advocacy Reporting xenophobia, bias, discrimination towards Asians - New Yorkers looking to report hate crimes and bias incidents can email the Attorney General’s Civil Rights Bureau or call 1-800-771-7755 Reporting price gouging in NY (google search for other states)- New Yorkers can now report sudden and unexpected increases in consumer goods such as hand sanitizer, cleaning supplies, or other health and sanitation-related products by calling the consumer hotline toll free at 800-697-1220. This line is available seven days a week from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm for consumers. Consumers can also visit the DCP website at www.dos.ny.gov/consumerprotection. Complaints can be filed against vendors, retailers, and suppliers doing business in New York State. Internet Charter Communications has announced that it will " offer free Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription at any service level up to 100 Mbps. Installation fees will be waived for new student households." To make arrangements for installation call: 1-844-488-8395. Free Tax Preparation If you earned $72,000 or less in 2021, you can file your taxes for free with NYC Free Tax Prep. IRS-certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparers are available to help you file.
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