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National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI):NAMI is a mental health organization that provides support, coping strategies, and practical information regarding mental illness. |
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The New York Center for Children:The center provides trauma-focused therapy services to victims of child abuse and their families, free of charge. Learn more about NYCC by visiting newyorkcenterforchildren.org. Non Emergency Help Parent Helpline 800-342-7472. |
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Mount Sinai Outpatient Mental Health Services:Mental health services by credentialed clinicians that help your children through Child Adolescent and Family Services
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Updated on October 16, 2024
✔ Poison Control
✔ Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit (PEHSU)
✔ Environmental Pediatrics Clinic at Mount Sinai
✔ Organizations that provide in-home asthma visits: AIR-nyc, LSA Family Health Service, NYC Healthy Neighborhoods Program
✔ Lead Poisoning Programs & Centers
✔ Mold and Leak Ombudsperson Call Center (OCC)
✔ Tobacco Issues
✔ New York State Children Environmental Health Centers
✔ Prescriptions for Prevention
childrensaidnyc.org/programs/location/staten-island-family-services-center
(718) 273-5305 / (212) 949-4950 for the Health Connections team
hc@childrensaidnyc.org
Children’s Aid care coordinators provide free medical care management services for children with Medicaid coverage in Staten Island that have specific medical and/or behavioral conditions.
Services
— Referrals and connections to specialty services
— Remind families about doctor’s appointments
– Plan transportation
— Accompany families to doctor’s appointments
— Explain treatment plans to families
Eligibility
Children up to age 21 must have Medicaid coverage and specific medical and/or behavioral conditions like:
— Asthma
— Obesity
— Autism
— ADHD
How to Apply
— Different sources (social worker, hospital, school, community-based organization, mental health specialist, or other healthcare provider) can refer you to Health Connections by emailing this form
— Attach copies of your child’s most recent physical and/or psychological evaluation/Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in order to support eligibility.
— You must consent for the referral to Health Connections
More Information
Visit childrensaidnyc.org/programs/location/staten-island-family-services-center for program details.
Updated on September 13, 2022
SDH Screening Questionnaire
Mount Sinai Hospital Pediatric SDH Screener
SDH Referrals & Resources
Resources for Common Concerns
Poster Presented at 2022 Exposome Symposium in NYC
Clinical Exposomics: Addressing Environmental and Social Needs of Families with a Phone-Based Screening Program at a Pediatric Clinic in New York City
Poster Presented at 2022 Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) Meeting
Unmet Social Needs In Spanish and English-Speaking Families Screened for Social Determinants Of Health (SDH) at a Pediatric Clinic In New York City
These problems can be addressed through appropriate action steps, education, and home visit programs aimed at remediating pest or mold issues and underlying issues in your residence.
Below is a list of community-based organizations (CBOs) that can assist you:
Their services include comprehensive home inspections to identify and address issues related to common asthma triggers such as pests, mold, and poor air quality.
Families need to obtain a referral from a healthcare provider, such as a doctor or clinician, to access their services. This ensures the organization can effectively support those most in need of assistance.
For more information about AIRnyc and its resources, visit its website at www.air-nyc.org/our-programs. You can also contact them directly at (718) 577-2794 with any inquiries or to discuss the referral process.
LSA provide valuable resources through free home visits, including virtual home inspections and educational materials on asthma management. Additionally, they provide free bed covers to shield against dust mites, pest baits, and food containers.
LSA’s Community Health Workers are fluent in both English and Spanish. For more information, please visit www.littlesistersfamily.org/programs/environmental-health-services or contact them at (646) 672-5254. Your doctor or clinician may require a referral to obtain home environmental services.
HNP offers free home assessments for individuals who have reported pest problems at home. A healthcare provider should refer you to the HNP for a home assessment. Pediatricians should also refer their patients through the Citywide Immunization Registry (CIR).
Updated on October 21st, 2024
Intake shelters will do their best to place these clients in a TGNC-coded unit. For a list of LGBTQ+ shelter centers please read below.
The Ali Forney Center is dedicated to providing support for LGBTQ youth who are experiencing homelessness and helping them develop the skills necessary for independent living.
Their 24-hour Drop-In Center is located in a convenient location near public transportation in Midtown Manhattan, and it offers access to essential resources such as food, medical care, mental health services, and more for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth.
An Emergency Housing Program is also offered in Queens and Brooklyn for LGBTQ+ youths. However, due to high demand, there is a long waiting list. Housing is not immediately available, with a wait time of approximately two weeks for ages 16-20 and up to six months for ages 21-24.
For further information, please visit the website: www.aliforneycenter.org. Contact them via phone at (212) 222-3427 ext. 300.
Destination Tomorrow (DT) is an LGBT Center located in the Bronx. It offers direct services to the community and focuses on economic empowerment.
DT provides free GED courses, job readiness training, professional development, life skills, and financial literacy programs. Additionally, it offers housing for migrant individuals and special LBTQ populations.
Their migrant housing facilities are located in Long Island City and Chinatown and house over 1,000 invidividuals.
Their SWITCH program provides a 90-day housing program for TGNCGNB (transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender non-binary) individuals who have experienced domestic and sexual violence, been victims of sex trafficking crimes, or are currently participating in or have participated in sex work.
For further information, please visit the website: www.destinationtomorrow.org/housing-programs or contact them by phone at (646) 723-3325 or via email at info@destinationtomorrow.org.
JQY is a nonprofit organization supporting and empowering LGBTQ+ youth in the Jewish community with a special focus on teens and young adults from Orthodox, Chasidic, and Sephardic communities.
Their services include monthly support groups, hot kosher meala, social work and more. To learn more visit: jqyouth.org.
Updated on October 10, 2024
Respite Centers welcome single adults and adult families. Please note that families with minor children will not be assigned to a respite shelter.
These centers are usually located in repurposed office buildings, churches, or schools. Residents are provided with a cot, blanket, meals, and access to a bathroom. It’s important to mention that respite centers offer fewer services than long-term shelters.
For locations of specific locations, please visit this link: www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/crisis-emergency-services-respite-centers.page.
The Arrival Center at the Roosevelt Hotel
45 E 45th Street, New York, NY, 10017.
Open 24 hours per day, including weekends and holidays.
When you first arrive in New York City as a New Arrival, visit the Arrival Center. There, they will help you find shelter in NYC or in your city of choice. Please note, new arrivals cannot choose their shelter placement. The Arrival Center will help you pay for transportation and tickets.
If desired, they can also help you enroll in health insurance and school, as well as access medical assistance or mental health services. Single adult new arrivals under 23 can stay in their initial shelter placement for up to 60 days, while new arrivals over age 23 can stay in their initial shelter placement for up to 30 days before requesting an extension of their placement.
Living Room
800 Baretto Street, Bronx, NY 10474.
(718) 893- 3606.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
In-person services include laundry and showers; nutrition; housing placement and benefits assistance; drug and alcohol treatment referrals; medical and psychiatric care; medication monitoring; Nutrional assistance; substance abuse counseling
Main Chance
120 East 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016.
212-883-0680.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
In-person services include emergency overnight shelter; medical care; social work; nutrition.
Olivieri Center for Homeless
257 West 30th Street (between 7th Avenue and 8th Avenue).
212-947-3211.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
In-person services include meals, access to showers and restrooms, clothing, case management, mental health and rehabilitation services, housing placement assistance, and referral to an emergency respite center.
The Gathering Place
2402 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233
718-385-8713.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
In person services include three meals a day; shower/laundry and access to clothing; mail and phone services; therapeutic recreational activities; case management services/benefits assistance; medical/mental health services and referrals to treatment resources.
Breaking Ground
100-32 Atlantic Avenue (at 102 Street), Jamaica, NY 11416
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
In person services include nutritious meals; showers and bathrooms; laundry; medical and psychiatric services; case management and benefits assistance; assistance with housing.
Project Hospitality
150 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY, 10301.
718-720-0079.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
In person services include assistance with benefits; 3 meals/day; laundry and showers; referrals; assistance with housing; arranges referrals to overnight faith-based shelters.
Updated on October 7, 2024
In the eyes of the law, a victim of domestic violence is anyone over the age of sixteen, married people, parents with a child or children under the age of 18, or parents who are victims of a crime and were hurt physically or emotionally by a family member or roommate.
The following are examples of intimate relationships:
Married and divorced couples, domestic partnerships, same-sex couples, dating couples, people who have children in common (including adopted children), people who are unrelated but have lived together for an extended period, family members who are related by blood, and family members who are related by marriage.
When someone reports domestic violence, they may make allegations such as:
Physical and sexual assault, physical restraint or imprisonment, threats of violence, psychological threats, threats of economic abuse, verbal abuse and intimidation, stalking, and harassment.
These are the most often brought criminal charges when someone is accused of domestic abuse:
Assault, Menacing, Stalking, Strangulation, Criminal Obstruction of Breathing, Harassment and Criminal Contempt
USEFUL RESOURCES
• NY Senate Definitions
https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/SOS/459-A
• NYC Courts
https://www.nycourts.gov/CourtHelp/Safety/DVbasics.shtml
Consider calling the police if you are a victim of domestic violence and are being:
– Physically or sexually abused
– Restrained or jailed
– Threatened with violence
– Psychologically threatened
– Threatened with economic abuse
– Verbally abused and intimidated
– Stalked, or harassed
These kinds of abuse are against the law.
The city’s law enforcement can support you in getting a protective order and can take action against the abuser if a crime has been committed. Contact the NY Police Department at 646-610-5000.
If you are considering reporting your case to the police, it’s important to be prepared for the process. When reaching out to them, it’s helpful to know what to expect. To learn how to report your case, visit https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/FORMS/familycourt/pdfs/8-1.pdf. Remember to stay strong and know that support is available to you.
If you are a victim of domestic violence, you have the right to file a petition for an order of protection.
Filing an Order of Protection with Family Court
With this order, the person who hurt you is not allowed to touch or approach you anymore. An order of protection can help you settle other issues, like child support and custody.
To get an order of protection, start by filing a family offense petition with the Family Court clerk. You can get help from an advocate, or you can do it on your own.
Check out this document to see how you can obtain an order of protection at Family Court:
https://herjustice.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Orders-of-protection-PDF.pdf. To locate a Family Court, go to: https://ww2.nycourts.gov/COURTS/nyc/family/index.shtml
Order of Protection from Criminal Court
Should your abuser find themselves arrested for a crime involving domestic violence, a District Attorney’s Office court will issue an order of protection for you while the abuser is under custody. This will last until the criminal case ends. The criminal court will issue this order even if you requested one in Family Court.
Considering the above, you can have an order of protection from both the Criminal and Family Court. However, if you are divorcing your spouse, you must obtain a protective order from the Supreme Court as part of your divorce proceedings.
USEFUL RESOURCES
• NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence
https://opdv.ny.gov/orders-protection
• Manhattan’s District Attorney
https://manhattanda.org/order-protection/
• Orders of Protection
https://herjustice.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Orders-of-protection-PDF.pdf
• Mental Health Support
Voces Latinas (Hispanic Community)
Helpline (718) 593-4528
https://www.voceslatinas.org/domestic-violence
Violence Intervention Program (Hispanic Community)
Helpline 1-800-664-5880.
https://www.vipmujeres.org/get-help
Garden of Hope (Chinese Community)
Helpline 1-877-990-8595
https://gohny.org/services
Arab-American Family Support Center
Main Number (718) 643 – 8000
https://www.aafscny.org/our-priorities/preventharm
Sakhi for South Asian Survivors
Helpline (212) 868-6741
https://sakhi.org/get-help
Anti-violence Project (LGBTQ & HIV-affected survivors)
Hotline (212-714-1141)
https://avp.org/get-help/get-support
FHEPS provides rental housing support specifically for families with a minor who are receiving cash assistance. It may cover your rent debt without needing repayment. It’s important to remember that families eligible for FHEPS may not qualify for other city housing subsidy programs.
Requirements
You must have a child under the age of 18 in your household and an active Cash Assistance (CA) case.
Application
To access FHEPS, you’ll need to reach out to a qualified center such as HomeBase. Only HomeBase centers are able to process CityFHEPS applications to move and to stay.
You can find a list of HomeBase centers at www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page. These centers are very busy, so if you can’t get an appointment right away, don’t be disheartened. Keep persisting, and you’ll eventually secure an appointment. Remember that wait times for appointments can be quite lengthy, often stretching until six months.
Household Share Letter and Shopping Letter
If you want to keep living in your current home, you will get a Household Share Letter. If you are looking for a new place, you will receive a Shopping Letter. If you plan to stay where you are for now but want to move later, you can ask for both letters.
This Shopping Letter serves as a helpful tool when speaking with potential landlords or working with a broker to find a new home. Once you have the letter, you can begin your housing search. It’s up to you to find and secure your new place.
It’s also important to remember that if HomeBase agrees to pay your overdue rent, you will NOT have to repay the amount provided to cover the past due rent. If otherwise, you apply to other similar programs like Community CityFHEPS, you would have to repay the debt covered. For further questions or concerns about FHEPS, visit www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/DSS-7n-(E).pdf.
When you find housing, please inform your housing specialist or case manager at HomeBase. They will assist you in submitting the required documents. This will help Department of Social Services (DSS) to determine your eligibility and ensure that your housing meets the program’s requirements.
How much CityFHEPS will pay depends on household income, number of people in the household, number of rooms in the apartment, utilities, and program rent levels. For more information about how much FHEPS will cover, talk to your assigned FHEPS case manager.
CityFHEPS is a rental housing subsidy for some NYC residents facing eviction. It can help pay a portion of your rent and any rental arrears that have built up over time. Arrear payments with CityFHEPS are loans. Rental subsidies can be renewed for up to 4 years more.
Requirements
To qualify:
Household must be at risk of homelessness and meet of the following:
In addition, the household must have an income at 200% of the federal poverty line and have at least one household member who is a US citizen or resident. All the above is not an exhaustive list of requirements; for a complete list of requirements go to www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/dss-7r-e.pdf.
There is no specific limit on the amount of rent debt, but any case involving an amount over $20,000 needs to be justified. Offering a comprehensive explanation for larger amounts is always advantageous, particularly when combining charitable or client funds.
Regarding income, all adults in the household must have income and support their children; no exceptions. If the adults do not have income, they must apply for cash assistance, and their children must be part of the case unless they receive SSI, foster care, or adoption subsidies.
Application
To access the CityFHEPS program, you’ll need to reach out to a qualified center such as HomeBase. Only HomeBase centers are able to process CityFHEPS applications to move and to stay.
You can find a list of HomeBase centers at www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/homebase-locations.page. These centers are very busy, so don’t get discouraged if you can’t get an appointment right away. Some centers have just 10 walk-ins and others have a wait time of months to make an appointment.
Once you are at a Homebase office, a caseworker will collect the information needed by Department of Social Services (DSS) to assess your potential eligibility for CityFHEPS. The caseworker may refer you to apply for other public benefits, including federal and state rental assistance programs.
If trying to move to a new place, HomeBase may take up to three months to get a rental voucher or “shopping letter”. This letter lets you search for a new apartment or room to rent. It’s valid until its expiration date, even if your case was closed at HomeBase. If you are interested in moving to other counties in NY State CityFHEPS vouchers can be used.
Household Share Letter and Shopping Letter
If you want to keep living in your current home, you’ll receive a Household Share Letter, and if you’re looking for a new place, you’ll get a Shopping Letter. If you’d like to stay where you are for now but plan to move later, you can request both letters. If HomeBase approves the payment of rent arrears of your apartment, you must pay back the amount given to pay the backed-up rent. Most of the CityFHEPS cases will end up in offering a voucher for a new rental home.
The Shopping Letter serves as a helpful tool when speaking with potential landlords or working with a broker to find a new home. Once you have the letter, you can begin your housing search. Just remember, it’s up to you to find and secure your new place.
When you find housing, please inform your housing specialist or case manager at HomeBase. They will assist you in submitting the required documents. This will help DSS determine your eligibility for CityFHEPS and ensure that your housing meets the program’s requirements.
How much CityFHEPS will pay depends on household income, number of people in the household, number of rooms in the apartment, utilities, and program rent levels.
Living in the Shelter System
If you or someone you know is in the shelter system and needs help with subsidized rent, the shelter will help, and you may qualify for a different type of voucher with different requirements.
For further questions or concerns about CityFHEPS, please go to https://www.healthandhousingconsortium.org or email info@hhconsortium.org. Otherwise go to www.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/cityfheps-documents/DSS-7n-(E).pdf.
The One-Shot Deal is an emergency aid program intended to meet the immediate needs of low-income New Yorkers. This aid can be utilized to address a variety of scenarios, including rental assistance to prevent or postpone an eviction.
You need not be a recipient of public assistance to get an offer. Remember that most one-shot deals will have to be repaid over time with regular monthly payments.
Check out the program information at access.nyc.gov/programs/one-shot-deal.
If the program could fit your needs, apply at access.nyc.gov. In addition, on the second page of this handout, check the documents you need to submit with your application.
After all documents have been submitted, a ruling may take 30–45 days, depending on the case’s urgency. Access the HRA website at access.nyc.gov or call the HRA InfoLine at (718) 557-1399 to know if your case has been decided.
Free legal services under the Right-to-Counsel program are made available to residents of New York in any ZIP code, regardless of their immigration status. In the five boroughs, organizations offer free legal representation or guidance to tenants facing administrative eviction from the New York City Housing Authority or the Housing Court.
Call 311 and ask for the “Tenant Helpline”. Learn more at https://www.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/legal-services-for-tenants.page.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) had been suspended for several years, but a waiting list application reopened on Monday, June 3, 2024. Just a reminder, all applications closed on Sunday, June 9, 2024. If you’re on the waitlist, you may need to update or submit a complete application.
Learn more about the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) and what you may need to do if you’re on the waitlist at “Applying for Section 8”.
Housing options for low-income renters and homeowners are available through the New York City Housing Lottery, NYC Connect. Sign up at housingconnect.nyc.gov to get on the waiting list for any developments that interest you.
Learn about the application process visiting the link housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/about-us.
Find affordable and accessible homes and apartments across New York State at www.nyhousingsearch.gov. In the application process, your credit score may be requested.
Updated on August 12, 2024
Services are free and multifaceted. Please a list of services below:
The Center is open seven days a week, 365 days a year and it is located in the historic West Village. Their complete address is 208 West 13 Street New York, NY 10011.
To learn more about The Center’s programs specifically for young people, please speak with a screening counselor at (646) 556-9300 or email youth@gaycenter.org.. To learn more about visit gaycenter.org
Updated on October 29, 2024
FAP services focuses on assessment, tailored advice, counseling, and connecting families with a variety of community and home-based services. By strengthening family ties and reducing conflicts they seek to improve families relationships.
If your child is facing any of the following issues, FAP can provide assistance:
When you reach out to FAP for assistance, a dedicated social worker specializing in family crisis resolution will conduct an interview if you choose to participate.
It’s important to note that families do not need to have an open investigation with ACS to receive help. However, if your family is referred to a preventive agency contracted through FAP, a case will be voluntarily opened. This voluntary case differs from a standard ACS child welfare investigation, ensuring your family receives the appropriate support.
FAP locations are available throughout the city and they are open Monday – Friday, from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. Email your inquiries at FAPinquiry@acs.nyc.gov.
Learn more about FAP at www.nyc.gov/site/acs/justice/family-assessment-program.page.
Updated on October 29, 2024
Examples of exposures that the PEHSU can assist you with are the following:
PEHSU will provide telephone consultations to everyone—from the public to emergency medical teams, healthcare providers, and public health agencies. The line is available Monday to Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Help is available in English and Spanish. All calls are free and confidential.
For more information about PEHSU visit wwww.icahn.mssm.edu/pehsu.
Updated on October 24th, 2024
SNAP is a program run by the government that gives you money every month to buy healthy food at grocery shops, Walmart, and Amazon. Based on the size and income of your family, you may or may not qualify to apply. After you apply to SNAP and get certified, you will receive cash loaded onto a card. The amount of money authorized will be determined by how much of your salary covers your food expenses.
WIC is a government-run program that provides supplemental nutritious food for pregnant, breastfeeding people, and children under 5. Through WIC, you would receive a “food debit card” with a monthly food allowance that you can use at supermarkets or online retailers like Amazon or Walmart. Medicaid holders may qualify automatically, and income and child age determine eligibility.
Learn more about WIC and approved foods at www.wicstrong.com.
Health Bucks are coupons that can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at all NYC farmers markets.
Updated on February 8, 2024.
Free studio art classes are available at the Cooper Union for high-schoolers (9 to 12th grade) on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. except for observed holidays. Find classes in Architecture, Digital Media/Photography, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, Sculpture, Senior Design Studio, and Senior Visual Art Studio. The program provides free MetroCards to assist students with travel to and from classes.
No prior experience is necessary; students only need to be highly motivated. Visit cooper.edu/academics/outreach-and-pre-college/saturday-program or email saturdayprogram@cooper.edu to learn more. Otherwise, call (212) 353-4108.
Teens have the chance to develop their computational interests or learn valuable lifelong skills with the Youth and Teen Media Education Program by NYC Parks. For more information about a wide selection of programs, visit nycgovparks.org/programs/media/teens or email media.ed@parks.nyc.gov. Call (212) 360-2791 for support.
Math and problem-solving are the focal points of the BEAM programs. BEAM supports middle and high school students who are underrepresented in STEM careers. Students are welcome to take part in a wide range of enrichment events throughout the year and summer, such as classes on the weekends, field trips and lab visits, and more.
After a child has participated in a sumeer program, they will receive an invitation to apply to the BEAM Pathway program. This program kicks off with a free 3-week session at a college campus in the summer of 2025. Learn more at beammath.org/a-10-year-program. Contact BEAM at (888) 264-2793 or info@beammath.org.
New York City public school K–12 students are invited to apply to STEM Matters NYC enrichment programs offered during spring break. Visit nycdoe.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/camper/App to submit your application. Applicants entering kindergarten through grade 9 are selected to participate via lottery.
Teenagers in grades 8–12 learn about urban agriculture and the wonders of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. The Garden Apprentice Program is a nine-month-based apprenticeship. Applications for the 2025 program will be available in fall 2024. Please email gap@bbg.org for more information. Visit www.bbg.org/learn/gap or email gap@bbg.org for more information.
CityParks Learn from the CityParks Foundation offers environmental education programs for elementary, middle, and high school students throughout New York City. CityParks Learn programs are free or low-cost and include school day, after-school, and summer sessions. And even more, they offer internship opportunities and apprenticeships for high school and college students every year. Learn about available programs at cityparksfoundation.org/learn. To apply, go over the “APPLY NOW” section for the program of your choice.
Their programs are located in more than 400 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City. Explore options for middle schoolers at cityparksfoundation.org/learn
It offers free after-school programs for children from 6 to 13 years old. Programming is based around monthly themes including sports, famous artists, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). Registration is required. To apply, visit nycgovparks.org/programs/recreation/afterschool.
Instructional Clinic programs provide sessions at NYC City Parks for children aged eight and up, allowing them to learn sports in an approach that is safe, easy, and successful. There are so many sports options! For further information, contact your neighborhood recreation facility at nycgovparks.org/facilities/recreationcenters or visit cityparksfoundation.org/play. Apply to your favorite sports programs as early as late in the winter or early in the spring.
SBU Soccer offers quality and affordable programs that give new players a solid base and help competitive children improve and use their skills. Sessions vary based on the child’s experience. Children 2-19 are welcome to SBU. The school charges an affordable fee for practice equipment. Learn and apply at southbronxunited.org.
Please note that there is an enrollment fee that varies depending on the program. In cases of financial hardship, families can submit financial assistance for a partial or complete waiver.
For aspiring soccer college players, SBU offers the community ID camps or clinics. Register for an Open ID Clinic using the form at southbronxunited.org/idclinic and attend the next available clinic date.
Summer Rising is a free, safe, and fun academic and enrichment program for NYC students currently in grades K–8. It takes place every summer. In every neighborhood, well-known community-based organizations and local school leaders run it. Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are served to each student! The deadline to apply is usually in March so keep an eye out early in the year. Learn more about this city-wide program at schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/summer.
Find a city’s outdoor pool near you and take swimming lessons in the summer. Visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/outdoor-pools to learn more about open days and hours of operation.
NYC Parks Summer Day Camp offers 6–13-year-olds a variety of summer activities. Campers participate in sports, fitness, and outdoor activities while exploring New York City’s cultural and educational offerings. Apply early! Registration is conducted through a lottery in early March. Learn more and apply at nycgovparks.org/summercamp/applying.
Fresh Air Fund offers outdoor summer activities for kids to provide them with new experiences, skills, and ways to see things from different points of view. Learn about their different programs at freshair.org. Create an account at freshair.org/sign-up-for-camp and apply early in the year! If you have trouble registering, email apply@freshair.org or call 800-367-0003.
The YMCA offers day camps in all five boroughs for children aged 8–12. Learn more at ymcanyc.org/programs/camp.
Updated on February 21, 2024
If a pediatrician believes there is developmental delay or disability in a young child, they may refer the child to an examination with EI. When the caregiver and doctor agree to an EI evaluation, a clinic social worker will fax an application to the “Citywide Early Intervention Referral Unit”. The fax number for the unit is 347-396-8801. Parents must share their names, phone number, address, and email with their social workers in order to get updates from the EI referral unit.
In NYC, EI evaluations and services are coordinated by the Department of Health. Find an EI application form at www.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/earlyint/ei-referral-form.pdf.
After the application has been faxed, an EI agency will assign the child an EI coordinator. The EI coordinator is expected to contact the caregiver, respond to their concerns, examine their rights, and discuss the child’s evaluation options. The coordinator will give the caregiver the option of performing the evaluation with their child if they choose.
Subsequently, the evaluation is performed by an interdisciplinary team that determines the child’s eligibility for the program and the family’s needs and concerns. During The evaluation, the EI evaluator may contact the child’s pediatrician for input.
If the evaluation results indicate that the child has a condition that qualifies for EI, the initial service coordinator will schedule a meeting to build a plan with the caregivers. The child’s health insurance may pay the cost of EI services, but caregivers should be aware that Early Intervention services are free. After the plan is built, EI begins services within 30 days. EI reviews the built plan every 6 months.
It is important to note that when the child reaches the age of three, they will be required to transition to other services, such as Early Childhood Special Education programs in inclusive settings. The Early Intervention service provider assists the child and family with obtaining new services and adjusting to the new environment.
Children who live outside of New York City can enroll in their county’s Early Intervention program by calling their county health department or visiting health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/county_eip.htm.
To learn more about EI, visit www.nyc.gov and enter “early intervention” into the search box. To get answers to your questions about the EI process, contact INCLUDEnyc at (212) 677-4660 or visit includenyc.org/help-center/resources/early-intervention.
To seek an evaluation for your child, email a letter to your local Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Find your district and CPSE by visiting the page “Find a School Tool” at schoolsearch.schools.nyc.
This letter should include:
The letter can be drafted using the examples linked below. It is very important that the parents specifies the evaluation services sought (e.g., psychological, psychoeducational, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language pathology, functional behavioral assessment, etc.).
If the parent has documentation of a developmental condition or diagnosis, they could provide it. The parent must request a letter from the pediatrician confirming the child’s diagnosis or disability.
Once the child has an IEP, it must be reviewed once each academic year via another IEP meeting with the school staff and parents. You can request a meeting to discuss your child’s IEP ANY TIME, and you do not have to wait for the annual review meeting. To find more information about CPSEs, visit www.nyc.gov and type “Preschool Special Education” into the search bar.
NYC schools provide free evaluation services to 6- to 17-year-old children experiencing behavioral or academic issues. Evaluation results will help you and the school make a program of services and support that fits your child’s needs.
Ask your school’s principal to evaluate your child with a letter to seek an evaluation. In this letter, it is very important that you specify the evaluation services that you seek (e.g., psychological, psychoeducational, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language pathology, functional behavioral assessment, etc).
Follow this template letter letter template to seek an evaluation and get what you need.
Updated on August 5, 2024.
Updated on February 8, 2024.
Learn more at the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance by visiting their website at otda.ny.gov/programs.
Updated on September 18, 2024
If you are unable to use public transportation and need to request a medical service pick-up, you may be eligible if you don’t have a valid driver’s license, don’t have a working vehicle available in your household, are unable to travel or wait for services alone, or have a physical, cognitive, mental, or developmental limitation.
How to Request Medical Transportation Services
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To find more information about requests of transportation with the Medical Answering Services (MAS) visit emedny.org/ProviderManuals/Transportation/PDFS/Ordering_Guidelines_Manual.pdf.
Updated on September 24, 2024
What can I do if there is a mistake on my child’s birth certificate?
You must send the hospital your order request and the original baby certificate within the first year of the child’s life. Talk to the hospital’s birth clerk for more information.
How do I get a corrected birth certificate after your child’s first year?
When you receive the original birth certificate, it’s best to make the changes right away. Waiting until your child is a year old can slow things down. For help correcting your child’s birth certificate, please follow this guide carefully at this link: www.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/birth-death-records-corrections-birth.pagef. You can also call 311 to get help.
How can I get copies of my child’s birth certificate?
Get a copy online at VitalCheck, a third-party company approved by the Department of Health. It takes 10 to 15 business days to complete. At a816-evital.nyc.gov/eVitalVRRTS, you can see where your order is in the process. Each certificate has a cost, and there may be additional processing fees. The processing time is four to six weeks.
Complete, sign, and notarize the following document: nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/vr/birth1.pdf. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Learn more about how to get a birth certificate copy at https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/birth-death-records-birth.page
Updated on May 29, 2024
Learn how to prepare and what resources are at your disposal:
Find a Safe Place to Go
Visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to talk with someone in person for guidance or information. To find a center near you, use the DRC Locator or text DRC and your ZIP code to 43362. Example: DRC 10029.
Disaster Relief Resources and Temporary Sheltering Assistance
► You can apply online or with the FEMA App to manage your disaster application. Your Social Security Number (SSN) is required.
► If you are eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance, FEMA will pay the cost to stay in certain lodging providers for a limited period. Costs covered are for the cost of the room and taxes, and any other expenses are not included. Search the list of participating locations to see if they have availability in the area you have selected.
► Find open shelters with the American Red Cross Greater NYC
Disaster Unemployment Assistance
DUA is a federal program that provides payments to people in a federally declared disaster area who have lost work or income as a direct result of the disaster. You must first file for regular Unemployment Insurance by calling the NYS Department of Labor at 888-209-8124.
Help with Expenses After a Disaster
You can apply to the NYC Human Resources Administration for a one-time emergency grant, also called the “One Shot Deal.” Call (718) 557-1399 for more information.
Coping with Stress Related to Disasters
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene helps New Yorkers. Contact NYC Well at 888-692-9355 for counseling and resources.
Information Resources
► Preparedness Actions Education
► NYC Emergency Management Office 311 (212-639-9675 for Video Relay Service, or TTY: 212-504-4115)
► Notify NYC App
► Know Your Zone (Hurricanes)
Updated on October 24th, 2024.
Connect with www.includenyc.org to get informational support about:
To learn more about INCLUDEnyc’s informational services visit their website at includenyc.org/help-center/resources or contact them via:
Updated on October 11, 2024
During these challenging times, resources may be of the most need for families. Text COVID to 692-692 for updates in NYC.
Access here this comprehensive live document with resources that cover food needs to legal help. As we learn more, we will be updating the list on a daily basis. If you have any questions, please contact us pediatrichealth@icahn.mssm.edu
Envia COVIDESP al 692-692 para notificationes en la ciudad de Nueva York. Encuentra una compilación de recursos disponibles para las familias impactadas en la ciudad de Nueva York por los cierres y cuarentenas debido al coronavirus COVID-19 aquí.
En este documento, aprende acerca de organizaciones y agencias gubernamentales que ofrecen servicios comunitarios. Para preguntas o si deseas compartir más recursos con nosotros, escríbenos al pediatrichealth@icahn.mssm.edu.
Are you looking for reliable, updated information about resources in the New York City area for children and families? You’ve come to the right place! Cap4Kids will help you find many community agencies that exist to improve or enhance the lives of children, teens, and families.
Please become familiar with the Parent Handouts to the left. They are the backbone of this project. They are broken down by category and within each handout, you will find a description of the social service agency, their address, and a phone number. You may also find a link to the agency’s web site that you can access and learn more about that agency.
You can also easily print any parent handout by clicking on the handout, or subcategory, and choosing print from your web browser. You can also print a single resource by clicking on it. Your selected parent handout will be sent to your printer in a custom printer friendly format. Click print, then pdf.
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Download the parent handouts and give them to the families that you have identified that are in need of a particular service. After you distribute the handout, document which handout you gave so that you can get feedback at the next encounter.
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