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Free Water Testing Kits for Lead

Group: New York City Department of Environmental Protection

Fill out the request form to receive a free kit to test your drinking water for lead. The kit comes with a pre-paid label to send it to a laboratory for lead analysis, and the results will be mailed t...
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012

Free weekly grocery distribution in Bedstuy and Long Island

Group: Community Solidarity

Find a Food Share location and weekly date/time on the website: Bedstuy, Farmingville, Wyandanch, Hemstead, and Huntington Anyone can come to a Community Solidarity Food Share and get most, if not al...
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Food Clothing

Friendly VOICES Program

Group: New York City Department for the Aging

The Friendly VOICES program builds friendships and limits social isolation for older adults who are isolated for reasons such as COVID-19. Volunteers can do virtual or in-person visits. Call Aging Con...
(212) 244-6469
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Socializing
Community Focus: Seniors and elders

From Shelter to Apartment: A Guide to New York City's Department of Homeless Services

Group: Center for Urban Pedagogy

A foldout poster (English and Spanish versions) that breaks down people’s rights in homeless shelters and the different programs available to help them leave shelter and find affordable permanent hous...
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Housing
Community Focus: People who are unhoused/housing unstable/public housing residents

Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC) Hotline

Group: GMHC

Call 1-800-243-7692 for a safe space to discuss a wide range of concerns. They provide information about topics such as HIV/AIDS, STDs, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)...
(800) 243-7692
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Medical
Community Focus: LGBTQIA2+

Generation Q, at Queens Community House

Group: Queens Community House

An after-school youth center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth and allies, between the ages of 13 and 21. They offer a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities...
718-592-5757
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Socializing Education
Community Focus: Youth LGBTQIA2+

Get Someone to Accompany You During an ICE Checkin Date

Group: Families For Freedom

Got an upcoming ICE check-in date? Fill out the form linked on the website with your name, email, and ICE check-in date, and Families for Freedom staff will reach out to accompany you during the proce...
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Legal
Community Focus: Undocumented people/immigrants

Growing Up Healthy Hotline for Families with Children

Group: NY State Department of Health

Call the hotline anytime at 1-800-522-5006. We're open 24/7. TTY 1-800-655-1789. Help is available for health care, nutrition, pregnancy, family planning, children's needs, and more.
1-800-522-5006
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Food
Community Focus: Parents/guardians/caregivers People with low-income/limited income

Guidance on Applying for WIC for Families with Children

Group: NY State Department of Health

Information on how to apply for WIC. The WIC program provides support with accessing food, nutrition education, and resources for expecting parents and caregivers. Government ID required.
(800) 629-0557
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Food
Community Focus: Parents/guardians/caregivers People with low-income/limited income

Guide to Reduced-Cost Veterinary Care

Group: Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals

An informational guide to programs offering financial assistance to help pay for veterinary care for your companion animals in the New York City area.
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Petcare
Community Focus: People with low-income/limited income

Health and Disability Benefits support for People Living with HIV/AIDS

Group: Legal Aid Society

Call the Legal Aid Society's HIV/AIDS Representation Project’s helpline at 718-579-8989 if you are a person living with HIV/AIDS and need assistance with a legal matter.
(718) 579-8989
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Legal

Health and Human Services Help

Group: The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services

Call 1.844.ONE.CALL (1.844.663.2255) during business hours to make an appointment for assistance including with mental health, family violence, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. There a...
1-844-663-2255
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health
Community Focus: People with disabilities and chronic illnesses/immuno-compromised Survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence

Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance

Group: NY State Department of Health

Free or inexpensive public health insurance is available for those meeting financial eligibility requirements. Call 1-855-355-5777 to enroll directly or call the Medicaid Helpline (800) 541-2831 for a...
1-855-355-5777
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category:
Community Focus: Unemployed people People with low-income/limited income

Health insurance enrollment, legal services, financial services, parenting guidance, and other services

Group: Henry Street Settlement

Call 212-766-9200 to make an appointment for Dale Jones Burch Neighborhood Center, located at 269 Henry Street on the Lower East Side. Services include health insurance enrollment, legal services, fin...
(212) 766-9200
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Money Medical Legal
Community Focus: Unemployed people People with low-income/limited income

Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program

Group: New York State Office For the Aging

Call 1-800-701-0501 Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5pm to get answers to questions about Medicare, Medicare Advantage programs (managed care), Medicare prescription drug coverage, Medigap, and other health a...
1-800-701-0501
  • Washington Square Park New York NY 10012
Need Category: Mental & Behavioral Health Medical
Community Focus: Seniors and elders

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