Question 1

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Communities

Accepted Answer

Online Support Groups & Social media Black Mental Wellness - https://www.instagram.com/blackmentalwellness/  (https://www.instagram.com/blackmentalwellness/ )

Sister Support Group - https://www.sistaafya.com/events/online-sister-support-group-processing-the-movement  (https://www.sistaafya.com/events/online-sister-support-group-processing-the-movement )

BIPOC Mental Health Collective - https://www.instagram.com/bipocmhc/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/bipocmhc/?hl=en )

Latinx Therapy Podcast - https://latinxtherapy.com/podcast/  (https://latinxtherapy.com/podcast/ )

Therapy for Black Girls Thrive Tribe - https://www.facebook.com/groups/808875152620942/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/808875152620942/ )

Decolonizing Therapy - https://www.instagram.com/decolonizingtherapy/  (https://www.instagram.com/decolonizingtherapy/ )

QTPOC Mental Health - https://www.instagram.com/qtpocmentalhealth/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/qtpocmentalhealth/?hl=en)

Self-guided Supports Shine (BIPOC Meditation & Mindfulness App) - https://www.theshineapp.com/  (https://www.theshineapp.com/ )

The Safe Place - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-safe-place/id1349460763 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-safe-place/id1349460763 )

Racial Trauma Guide - https://www.psychology.uga.edu/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  (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  (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 (https://soundcloud.com/drcandicenicole/black-lives-matter-meditation-for-healing-racial-trauma)

Question 2

LGBTQIA+ Communities

Accepted Answer

Online Support Groups & Resources LGBTQIA+ Group - https://www.seacoastoutright.org/  (https://www.seacoastoutright.org/ )

It Gets Better - https://itgetsbetter.org/  (https://itgetsbetter.org/ )

Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/  (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  (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 (https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/GLSEN%20Pronouns%20Resource.pdf )

Trans Lifeline - https://translifeline.org/  (https://translifeline.org/ )

Human Rights Campaign - https://www.hrc.org/ LGBTQIA+  (https://www.hrc.org/ LGBTQIA+ )

Drug & Alcohol Treatment - https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/lgbtq/  (https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/lgbtq/ )

LGBTQIA+ Coming Out Guide - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Coming-Out-Handbook.pdf  (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/  (https://www.thetrevorproject.org/blog/supporting-black-lgbtq-youth-mental-health/ )

Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbian and Gays (PFLAG) - https://pflag.org/ (https://pflag.org/ )

Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC) - https://www.gmhc.org/ (https://www.gmhc.org/)

Question 3

Undocumented & International Communities

Accepted Answer

Online Support Groups & Resources Virtual Gatherings for undocumented young people - https://immigrantsrising.org/wellnessgatherings/ Immigrant (https://immigrantsrising.org/wellnessgatherings/ Immigrant )

Entrepreneurs Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/undocuhustle/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/undocuhustle/)

USCIS DACA Webpage - https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/humanitarian-parole/consideration-of-deferred-action-for-childhood-arrivals-daca (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 (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/  (https://www.nyccare.nyc/ )

General Resources - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18p9OSlLpSYanIoUC-gEbhVbRMYVUfw4wyrixa9ekGdc/htmlview?usp=sharing&sle=true (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/ (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 (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 (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 (https://www.probono.net/mobileinitiatives/item.4891-Pocket_DACA)

Free & Low-cost Legal Services - https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/  (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 (https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/sbs/downloads/pdf/about/reports/ibi_toolkit.pdf)

Question 4

Resource for Parents/Caregivers

Accepted Answer

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  (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  (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 C(https://mhanational.org/talking-kids-about-fear-and-violence )ómo hablar con los niños sobre el coronavirus - https://childmind.org/article/como-hablar-con-los-ninos-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  (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/ (https://www.caregiving.org/)

Question 5

Health (Mental/Physical/Emotional)

Accepted Answer

General information on COVID-19 (symptoms, checklist, how to protect yourself, etc.) - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html  (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html )

Social Support: Staying Connected - https://mhanational.org/stay-connected  (https://mhanational.org/stay-connected )

American Psychological Association Resources on Pandemics - https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/pandemics  (https://www.apa.org/practice/programs/dmhi/research-information/pandemics )

Understanding Mental Health Disorders- https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/ (https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/ )

Mindfulness & Meditation Apps - https://www.thedailymeditation.com/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/  (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/ (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/  (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/  (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  (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  (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/ (https://ymca360.org/)

Question 6

Crisis or Immediate Response

Accepted Answer

Disaster Hotline from SAMHSA - https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline ( 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/ T(https://www.crisistextline.org/ )ext 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/ (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/ (https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/get-help-now/chat-with-a-counselor-now/)

Question 7

Work/Unemployment Resources

Accepted Answer

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  (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/sbs/careers/covid19-jobseeker-outreach.page )

Unemployment Insurance: https://www.labor.ny.gov/formsdocs/factsheets/pdfs/P800.pdf (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 (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  (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  (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  (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  (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 (https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/employerinfo/shared-work-program.shtm)

Question 8

Educational

Accepted Answer

Scholastic learning at home - https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html  (https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html )

Distance Learning Resources from the Smithsonian - https://learninglab.si.edu/distancelearning  (https://learninglab.si.edu/distancelearning )

Virtual Field Trips - https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/  (https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/ )

Virtual School Activities (webcam, virtual tours/trips, and activities) - https://virtualschoolactivities.com/  (https://virtualschoolactivities.com/)

Vetted Ivy-League students to tutor 5-8 (1-on-1) - GoPeer.org 2500  (GoPeer.org 2500)

Museums to visit virtually - https://hyperallergic.com/547919/2500-virtual-museum-tours-google-arts-culture/  (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 ((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  (https://www.cambridge.org/us/academic/covid-19-resources-and-information/information-librarians )

Storyline Online (children books read by celebrities) - https://www.storylineonline.net/ (https://www.storylineonline.net/)

Question 9

Entertainment

Accepted Answer

Free Apps - https://appleinsider.com/articles/20/03/19/free-apps-and-things-to-do-from-home-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic?fbclid=IwAR2WpsV217aXLZadbcwUnCJ8RyYBXa15YvfuSOJeOJCTdAjRmzjDJn4vtqw (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  (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/netflix-party/oocalimimngaihdkbihfgmpkcpnmlaoa?hl=en )

Hundred of audible books - https://www.audible.com/ep/FreeListens  (https://www.audible.com/ep/FreeListens )

300,000 free ebooks and audiobooks - https://www.nypl.org/books-music-movies/ebookcentral (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  (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  (https://www.aileyextension.com/keepdancing )

Free Virtual London Tours - https://www.visitlondontaxitours.com/news/21-of-the-best-free-london-virtual-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  (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  (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  (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  (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  (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/  (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  (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  (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 (https://poki.com/en/board https://www.pogo.com/board-games?sl=2&filters=board)

Question 10

Financial Assistance

Accepted Answer

COVID-19 Financial Assistance - https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/coronavirus (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  (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 (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.

Question 11

Food Insecurity

Accepted Answer

Brooklyn Pantries - https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/brooklyn_food_pantries.html  (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  (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 (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  (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 (https://www.schools.nyc.gov/freemeals)