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Business: Help for Businesses
Closings / Operational Changes: Reopening | Businesses | Government | Library | Parks | Public Transit | Schools
Face Masks
Financial Issues / Help: Evictions | Financial Relief | Jobs | Price Gouging | Unemployment
Help in the Community: Burial / Bereavement Assistance | Food & Supplies | Legal Help | Internet Access | Social Workers
Medical Information: COVID-19 Testing | Cases in Suffolk | Health Insurance | Vaccination
Mental Health: Helplines | Family Service League Programs | Stress Relief
Parents: Childcare | Parenting Resources
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COVID-19 Vaccine

• Those eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine can schedule an appointment at Northwell Health’s Coronavirus Digital Resource Center. (URL: https://www.northwell.edu/coronavirus-covid-19/vaccine)
• New York State has also launched a call center for scheduling vaccination appointments for eligible New Yorkers. The phone number is 833-NYS-4-VAX (833-697-4829).
• Sun River Health – 631-464-0075 – COVID-19 Vaccine Waiting List for Ages 65+ and Essential Workers Only. New York State has now made the vaccine available to people 65+ and essential workers. Sun River Health is offering a waiting list for people in this group only. Joining the waiting list is not a guarantee that you will receive a vaccine. Please note that the waiting list is extremely long at this time, and very few appointments become available from the waiting list.
• Volunteer Created List of COVID Vaccine Sites: https://nycvaccinelist.com/ “NYC Vaccine List compiles available appointments by checking the websites of clinics, pharmacies, and other locations. Our data combines the results of automatic scripts and manual checks. If we find an opening, a ‘Sign Up’ button appears. It directs you to the website of that location.”

Get Updates

Town of Brookhaven

• To keep informed on Novel Coronavirus news and information, please follow the Town of Brookhaven on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @BrookhavenTown, visit our Coronavirus Web page or call 631-451-TOWN (8696).

Source: Town of Brookhaven

Suffolk County

• Suffolk County is asking residents to sign up for Smart 911. What is it? It’s used by first responders: “The information provided in a Smart911 Safety Profile enables us to know who is at the greatest risk in our community. We can provide individuals with critical updates based on their location and health history.”
• Text COVIDSUFFOLK to 67283 to sign up for SMS text messages through their mobile devices to receive updates on the latest information, health guidance and other developments relating to the coronavirus. 

Source: SUFFOLK COUNTY EXECUTIVE BELLONE URGES RESIDENTS TO SIGN UP FOR SMART911 TO ASSIST CORONAVIRUS AWARENESS FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

More Health News from Suffolk County

New York State

Sign up for email updates on the evolving COVID-19 situation from New York State.

View coronavirus news from New York State.

Business

Reopening: See Reopening Information

Face masks: For essential workers, effective Wednesday April 15th at 8 PM, any employees of essential business or entities who are present in the workplace shall be provided and shall wear face coverings.  Businesses must provide, at their expense, such face coverings for their employees. Source: Executive Order No. 202.16

Help for Businesses

COVID-19 Loans and Assistance for Small Businesses

New York State is working to support small businesses throughout the COVID-19 crisis, by providing up-to-date resources and information about COVID-19-related loans, funding and business counseling.

Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit:

The Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit serves as a:

• One Stop for Business questions and resources related to impacts as a result of COVID 19
• Data collection for economic and workforce impacts
• This unit is fully staffed and ready to help address questions, provide guidance on resources and track critical data provided by local businesses.
• Local businesses can call Suffolk 311 to be connected to the unit, email Business.Recovery@suffolkcountyny.gov, or visit the newly created webpage

(Source: Suffolk County Business Recovery Unit) [Updated 3/21/2020]

Closings / Operational Changes

Reopening:

New York will reopen on a regional basis as each region meets the criteria necessary to protect public health. See the New York Forward Reopening Guide.

Guidelines on Reopening for Child Care and Day Camps, Lake and Ocean Beaches, Religious And Funeral Services, Auto Racing, and Sports and Recreation can be found on the New York State Statewide Guidelines Page.

Hospital and Group Home Visitations

Governor Cuomo announced that hospitals and group homes will be allowed to accept visitors at their discretion. . Any facility that chooses to allow visitors must follow state guidelines, including time-limited visits and requiring visitors to wear PPE and be subject to symptom and temperature checks.

Yard Sales

Garage and yard sales – as informal events for the sale of used goods by private individuals in residential settings – are permitted to operate so long as sellers ensure that (1) occupancy of the space used for the sale is limited to the number of people who can be safely and appropriate spaced such that each person is at least six feet away from others and, in no case, should the space be occupied by more than 10 people at any given time, in accordance with Executive Order 202.33, as extended; (2) appropriate face coverings must be used by people in areas or situations where they are likely to come within six feet of another individual, in accordance with Executive Order 202.17, as extended; and (3) adequate hand hygiene supplies (e.g. hand sanitizer) and regular cleaning/disinfection protocols are in place. Sellers may consult the New York Forward safety plan template for additional precautions that they should consider implementing during such sales.​

Statewide Regional Reopening Metrics

Businesses:

To report a business or restaurant that is not complying with state mandated closures or is operating unsafely:

• Submit a complaint online
• Call the NYS Attorney General at 212-416-8700
• Or call the Suffolk County Police Department non-emergency line at 631-852-COPS.

Government:

Village of Patchogue

• For information about Village of Patchogue closings and changes, email pseal@patchoguevillage.org, call 631-475-4300, or go to http://www.patchoguevillage.org/

Town of Brookhaven

• For information about Town of Brookhaven closings and changes, see https://www.brookhavenny.gov/1154/Updates or call 631-451-8696.

DMV Offices

For information on how to access DMV services, see https://dmv.ny.gov/more-info/dmv-reopening-guidance

Suffolk County Department of Social Service

If you are having any issues with DSS or SNAP, please contact the Office of Rob Calarco: 631-854-1400

DSS will remain open.

Center	Address	Phone Numbers
Riverhead Center	893 E. Main Street Riverhead, New York 11901-2542	Telephone: (631) 852-3500 Fax: (631)852-3505
Coram Center	80 Middle Country Road Coram, New York 11727	Telephone: (631) 854-2300 Fax (631) 854-2123
Smithtown Center	200 Wireless Boulevard Hauppauge, New York 11788	Telephone: (631) 853-8714 Fax: (631) 853-8842
South West Center	2 South 2nd Street Deer Park, New York 11729	Telephone: (631) 854-6600 Fax: (631) 854-6672

All efforts to reduce public contact are being made while meeting the needs of the County’s most vulnerable residents.

Applications

Applications for assistance programs can be submitted by mail (instead of coming to a center). Please visit the SCDSS website for information or to download applications at: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Client-Benefits-Administration

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications and case recertification can be submitted electronically @ mybenefits.ny.gov or by mail (instead of coming to a center).

Additionally, SNAP benefits can be used for online grocery purchases. Current participating retailers include: Amazon, Walmart and ShopRite. Amazon is available statewide; Walmart and ShopRite participate in specific zip codes. Walmart, depending on specific locations, offers delivery, pick-up or both. Clients can enter zip code on the Walmart or ShopRite websites to find availability.

Source: Suffolk County Department of Social Service

Pandemic EBT

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020 authorized the payment of P-EBT food benefits to households with children who would have received free school lunches under the National School Lunch Act, if not for a school closure. These temporary food benefits were to help cover the cost of meals children would have otherwise received at school from March through June during the 2019-2020 school year. All children who were eligible for P-EBT food benefits for the days school was closed due to COVID-19 during the months of March, April, May, and June 2020 have already received their P-EBT food benefits.

Source: Frequently Asked Questions for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) Food Benefits

Suffolk County Police Department

In an effort to limit person-to-person contact there will be a number of operational changes for the Suffolk County Police Department.

• While precincts will remain open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, we are encouraging residents to not visit precincts unless critically necessary. Anyone who is feeling ill especially is requested to not respond to a precinct or police headquarters.
• Instead residents should call 911 and disclose all health concerns and symptoms to enable our officers to prepare and protect themselves and the community.
• For the time being, fingerprinting services will not be available.
• The Police Department also offers our residents a number of different ways to file police reports – you do not have to go into the precinct to file a report. 
• Types of incidents that can be reported online or over the phone include harassing communications, lost property, criminal mischief, non-criminal property damage, minor motor vehicle crashes, identity theft and some larcenies.
• To report online visit www.suffolkpd.org or call 631-852-COPS to report over the phone.
• If a report cannot be filled online or by telephone, an officer will be dispatched to the individuals location, and he or she will follow specific guidelines to protect both their health and safety and the health and safety of the resident.
• Additionally, our residents have the ability to request incident reports, motor vehicle accident reports and background checks all online at www.suffolkpd.org.
• And finally, the SCPD’s Alarm Management Program will be closed until further notice. This will not change the present status of a resident’s alarm and extensions will be provided if someone’s bill is due during this time period.

Source: SuffolkPD Facebook

Library:

• The library building is open. See details.
• Curbside pickup of materials is available.
• Digital books and movies and virtual events are also available.
• See our FAQ page for more information.

Parks:

Village of Patchogue

View a list of Village parks here: http://www.patchoguevillage.org/departments/parks-department

Town of Brookhaven

See a list of Town of Brookhaven parks here: https://www.brookhavenny.gov/233/Parks

For Town of Brookhaven parks opening status, see: https://www.brookhavenny.gov/1177/8626/COVID-19-Update

Suffolk County

Find a list of Suffolk County parks here: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Parks/Our-Parks

Check the Suffolk County parks website for current opening status: https://suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Parks

New York State

Find a state park here: https://parks.ny.gov/parks/

Check opening status of state parks here: https://parks.ny.gov/covid19/

On busy days, parks may reach capacity and close to incoming visitors and traffic. Before you go to a state park, check for capacity alerts here: https://parks.ny.gov/

Public Transit

Suffolk Transit Buses

Passengers are encouraged to pre-pay their fares using the FastFare app, which is available for download through Google Play and the Apple App Store.

Source: Suffolk County Transit

Long Island Rail Road

• Remember to wear a mask or face covering. They’re required when you ride with the LIRR.
• Off-peak fares remain in effect.

Find service updates here.

New York City Subways

Subway service is still suspended from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. while stations and trains are disinfected.

Options for late-night riders can be found here: https://new.mta.info/coronavirus/overnight

Source: Mta.info

Religious and Funeral Services / Houses of Worship:

For guidance on holding religious and funeral services, see https://forward.ny.gov/religious-and-funeral-services-ny-forward-guidelines

Schools:

•  For updates and information from the Patchogue-Medford School District, look here: https://www.pmschools.org/

Face Masks

Beginning April 17th, 2020, all New Yorkers MUST wear a cloth face covering or a mask when out in public and in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained.  Please visit the CDC website for more information. Source: Executive Order No. 202.17

For essential workers, effective Wednesday April 15th at 8 PM, any employees of essential business or entities who are present in the workplace shall be provided and shall wear face coverings.  Businesses must provide, at their expense, such face coverings for their employees. Source: Executive Order No. 202.16

Transparent Masks for Deaf & Hard of Hearing 
A college student studying education for the deaf and hard of hearing has designed a face mask with a clear window that allows others to see and read lips and facial expressions. Those who are part of the deaf or hard of hearing community who would like to request a mask are encouraged to reach out to the student, Ashley Lawrence at dhhmaskproject@gmail.com.

Financial Issues / Help

Evictions

• Rent is still due during the COVID-19 state of emergency. However, there are federal and state moratoria on starting or completing an eviction.
• The NY COVID-19 Emergency Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2020 gives tenants who are experiencing financial hardship until May 1, 2021 before eviction proceedings can go forward against them unless the landlord alleges that the tenant is creating a nuisance.
• For information about evictions during COVID-19, see https://www.nslawservices.org/covid19-evictions

Source: Nassau Suffolk Law Services

Financial Relief

Economic Impact Payments

For information and help getting your Economic Impact Payments, see the IRS website: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments

Emergency Assistance Program

https://eoc-suffolk.com/emergency-assistance-program/

Through funding from the federal Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) program, the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk, Inc. is offering financial assistance to eligible Suffolk County residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding originates from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

The program provides financial assistance for individuals/families who experienced a sudden loss of income due to COVID-19. 

If you have any questions or to be screened for the program, please contact the Emergency Assistance Program at (631) 842-6100 or email Eocassistance@eoc-suffolk.com.

Mortgages & Rent Relief

Guide to coronavirus mortgage relief options (Consumer Financial Protection Board)
If you’re among those financially impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, you might be concerned about how to pay your mortgage or rent. Federal and state governments have announced plans to help struggling homeowners during this time. Read this to get information on what to do now, and what your options are for mortgage and rental relief.

Town of Brookhaven CDBG-CV COVID-19 Rental and Mortgage Arrears Program
The Town of Brookhaven (Town) is making CDBG-CV funds available for low to moderate income Town of Brookhaven residents with rental or mortgage arrears incurred due to a COVID-19 related loss of income. The Long Island Housing Partnership (LIHP) will administer the program. Funds will cover a maximum of 6 consecutive months of arrears, subject to a cap and are paid directly to the landlord or lender. Funds are limited and will be available on a first-come first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Please contact LIHP at 631-435-4710 with any questions.

Student Loans

State Debt: For educational debt owed to the State, such as unpaid tuition, a grant that turned into a loan, or a loan you took out directly from the state, the State has temporarily suspended collection of those debts.  There is nothing you need to do to benefit from this extension.  The State will determine whether the suspension will be extended in 30-day increments.  This page will be updated with new information as it becomes available.

Federal Student Loans: COVID Emergency Relief Flexibilities have been extended through at least Sept. 30, 2021. For information about this program, see https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/coronavirus

Jobs

To find jobs in Suffolk County, use the Department of Labor’s online portal, Suffolk County NY Forward.

New York State will hire and train a team of staff working remotely to support the NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH) and Local Health Departments (LHDs) to perform COVID-19 contact tracing in communities across NYS. See more information and apply.

Price Gouging:

• New Yorkers are urged to call 1-800-697-1220 to report unfair price increases of products such as household cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer amid the coronavirus outbreak. Website: NYS Division of Consumer Protection

Unemployment

Information on how to access unemployment can be found here: https://labor.ny.gov/unemploymentassistance.shtm

To file a claim log on to:  https://my.ny.gov/LoginV4/login.xhtml

Self-Employed/ Independent Contractors / Farmers

If you are self-employed, an independent contractor or a farmer you may now be eligible and can file for benefits online. 

How to file an Unemployment Insurance Claim on New York State Department of Labor’s Website – Guidance for Self-Employed Individuals (Adobe Acrobat Required to open this file)

Help in the Community

Burial / Bereavement Assistance:

Suffolk County DSS Indigent Burial Assistance

The Suffolk County Department of Social Services is offering indigent burial assistance for residents in need. 

To apply for Suffolk County Social Services indigent burial assistance, you must first choose a funeral home. Please advise the funeral home that you will be applying for a social services funeral. Then you may apply using the online application at: https://apps2.suffolkcountyny.gov/dss/burial/

For additional information please call the burial line at (631)-854-9856.

American Red Cross Virtual Family Assistance Center in New York State

The American Red Cross across the regions of New York State have developed a program in response to COVID-19 to support individuals and families who have lost family members to death as a result of COVID-19. The program will link crisis counselors with families to provide emotional and spiritual support, as well as targeted short-term case management to assist with navigating through the challenging processes they might be faced with as a result of the death. This might include challenges with moving the family member’s body through the hospital, nursing home, medical examiner and funeral home systems in this time when those systems may be overwhelmed and their processes may be different than they normally are. They may also include linkage to legal resources for estate, custody, immigration or other issues related to the death.

The following links to an online intake form can be submitted by a family member, a friend who thinks someone needs help, or an agency on behalf of the family. For those without access to the needed online technology, the phone number will link the caller to an intake person who will assist with the initial steps for getting assistance.

• English: www.redcross.org/NYSCOVIDFamilySupport
• Spanish: www.redcross.org/NYSCOVIDApoyoFamiliar  

Those without online capabilities may call 585-957-8187, and a volunteer will assist them with the initial intake process. The program is expected to operate for as long as families will benefit from the service or through the month of September.

Food and Supplies:

Grocery Delivery:

A list of grocery delivery services in Patchogue and Medford is here.

Umbrella
516-882-4498
https://www.askumbrella.com/
Umbrella is coordinating grocery delivery for people 60+ across Long Island. Seniors will get matched to a local volunteer who can shop on their behalf. It typically takes 5-7 days to get groceries delivered. There is a $10 suggested contribution for this service but no other fees. Email Emma Gilszanz (Emma@askumbrella.com ) with questions.

Food Pantries:

Suffolk Cares Food Delivery-Suffolk County Community Recovery Program

Call 311 for access to emergency food. They can provide:

• Information about the nearest food pantry.
• Delivery for the homebound.
• Lyft vouchers to get to a food pantry and back for those in need.
• You will be asked a few questions as part of Suffolk’s 311 assessment
• When approved for food delivery, you will receive a box of non-perishable food items within 24-30 hours of your request
• Non-perishable food items will be dropped at your place of residence-no contact with delivery person
• Call 311 Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00am-4:30pm (if you call on a Friday, food will be delivered on Monday)

Island Harvest
View a list of open food pantries here.

Long Island Cares
If you need to be assessed for a mobile home delivery due to the COVID-19 outbreak, please call for a phone assessment 631.582.3663 ext. 109 or email emergencyresponse@licares.org. Please allow 24-48 hours for a response.

The Library has curated a list of organizations providing food assistance in the area. We recommend you call the organization first to verify dates and times. View PDF.

Axis Church
2839 Route 112, Medford NY 11763-1403
631-732-7682 or info@axisny.org
Saturday groceries available by appointment only.
Pickup and delivery are available.

Cornerstone Church of God in Christ
631-698-8484 or 631-880-7720
Facebook Page
Monday-Friday 12-2 PM: 61 Shirley Lane, Medford NY
Sundays 12-2 PM: 576 Granny Road, Medford NY

Federation of Organizations
456 Waverly Ave, Patchogue
631-447-6460
3rd and last Saturdays of the month — 10 AM – 1 PM

God’s Provision 5
Spanish Pentecostal Church 11 River Ave. Patchogue NY 11772
Fridays 3-5pm

Harmony Cafe
Is offering a free food delivery service to the vulnerable in the Patchogue-Medford community only. To make a phone request, call 631-569-4648, or request online: https://www.harmonycafeli.org/give

Lighthouse Mission
631-758-7584
10-11 AM Saturdays: 90 Terry Street, Patchogue (The lot behind Burlington Coat Factory)

Patchogue-Medford Youth & Community Services
390 Bay Ave, Patchogue, NY 11772
NO MEALS.
Please call 631-758-4100 or email kbevis@pmycs.org
Food Pantry is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Mobile delivery available.

St. Francis de Sales Parish Outreach
224 S. Ocean Avenue, Patchogue NY 11772
631-475-5402 or sanfranoutreach@gmail.com
Facebook Page.
Appointment necessary — call, email, or make an appointment on Facebook.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Emergency Food Pantry
31 Rider Ave, Patchogue
631-475-3078
Thursdays, 10 AM – 12 PM

World Outreach Church of God
249 Washington Ave, Patchogue NY 11772
631-447-2924
Facebook Page.
Drive through Tuesdays, 9-11 AM.

SNAP:

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applications and case recertification can be submitted electronically @ mybenefits.ny.gov.

Additionally, SNAP benefits can be used for online grocery purchases. Current participating retailers include: Amazon, Walmart and ShopRite. Amazon is available statewide; Walmart and ShopRite participate in specific zip codes. Walmart, depending on specific locations, offers delivery, pick-up or both. Clients can enter zip code on the Walmart or ShopRite websites to find availability.

Island Harvest can help with SNAP applications over the phone. Call 631-873-4775.

Medical Supplies:

The Social Brain, based in Selden, is currently giving medical supplies to those in need, especially to those with disabilities and/or impairments.  If you know of anyone who may be in need, please contact them thesocialbrainny@gmail.com or call 631-793-4311.  They are also putting together Creativity Bags which will help keep the brain stimulated for those in need.

Legal Help

Touro Law has established a helpline to answer legal questions arising from the pandemic. Volunteer attorneys will provide referrals to our own clinical program and appropriate legal partners on a wide range of legal issues. The helpline will be open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm beginning on Monday, May 11. Students and attorneys will provide community members with free assistance or referrals on a myriad of issues including landlord-tenant, civil liberties, bankruptcy, employee rights, unemployment, stimulus payment, insurance and more.

Please complete the intake form located here: https://www.tourolaw.edu/AboutTouroLaw/TLCResponse. If you cannot complete the intake form please call 631-761-7198 and a representative will be in touch with you shortly. 

Internet Access:

Free Home Internet for Students

Optimum is offering Altice Advantage Internet free for 60 days, to any household in our service area that has a student in K-12 and/or college. Find out more here.

WiFi Hotspots

Wi-Fi Hotspots are available at the Library and the Teen Center’s Back Parking Lots.

Social Workers:

The library’s social workers are available to help you. Email them and they will call or email you back as soon as possible.

Medical

Check the Suffolk County Department of Health Services page for the latest updates and general information about the virus.

COVID-19 Testing

Online Self-Screening

An online self-screening tool is available here: https://covid19screening.health.ny.gov/

Get Tested

To make an appointment for a Coronavirus test, call the NYS COVID-19 hotline at 1-888-364-3065. The test is free to all eligible New Yorkers as ordered by a health care provider. Individual test results are sent to the individual by phone, texted, or they can access the online patient portal at http://www.Bioreference.com.

If you would like to call Stony Brook Hospital, please call 631-638-1320.

There are also locations in the Patchogue area, but you may see costs for these tests:

Hudson River Health
501 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue NY 11772
(631)-886-2030
The cost of the Visit is 15$, the cost of the test is based on the ability to pay. Payment plans are available. Available for Tests Monday – Thursday.

Patchogue Urgent Care
152 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772
(631) 730-1189

Caremed
1 E Roe Blvd, Patchogue, NY 11772
(631) 475-3900

CVS Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy, 107 South Country Road, Bellport, NY 11713
470 West Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772
729 Portion Road, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
105 Montauk Highway, West Sayville, NY 11782
Patients must register in advance at CVS.com to schedule an appointment.

There are also health clinics that serve everyone who does not have health insurance. You must call 844-474-2273 to make your first appointment.
That is the number for Hudson River Health.

If You Tested Positive

If you tested positive for COVID-19, follow these instructions from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services.

If you’ve tested positive and recovered, please consider donating plasma.

Statistics (Suffolk County)

The latest number of cases countywide and by town can be found here.

Source: Suffolk County Department of Health News

Health Insurance

To enroll in a health insurance plan, visit: https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/

Vaccination

• Those eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine can schedule an appointment at Northwell Health’s Coronavirus Digital Resource Center. (URL: https://www.northwell.edu/coronavirus-covid-19/vaccine)
• New York State has also launched a call center for scheduling vaccination appointments for eligible New Yorkers. The phone number is 833-NYS-4-VAX (833-697-4829).
• Sun River Health – 631-464-0075 – COVID-19 Vaccine Waiting List for Ages 65+ and Essential Workers Only. New York State has now made the vaccine available to people 65+ and essential workers. Sun River Health is offering a waiting list for people in this group only. Joining the waiting list is not a guarantee that you will receive a vaccine. Please note that the waiting list is extremely long at this time, and very few appointments become available from the waiting list.
• Volunteer Created List of COVID Vaccine Sites: https://nycvaccinelist.com/ “NYC Vaccine List compiles available appointments by checking the websites of clinics, pharmacies, and other locations. Our data combines the results of automatic scripts and manual checks. If we find an opening, a ‘Sign Up’ button appears. It directs you to the website of that location.”

Mental Health

Helplines

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Line
1-800-272-3400 

NAMI Helpline
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

Call Monday through Friday between 10AM & 6PM EST for information on mental health resources.

NAMI-NYS Temporary Helpline
1-518-248-7634

For inquiries about resources and services, support groups and classes.(https://www.naminys.org/)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255

The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/)

New York OMH Emotional Support Line
1-844-863-9314
Or Text HOME to 741741 to reach a Crisis Counselor.

The Emotional Support Line provides free and confidential support, helping callers experiencing increased anxiety due to the coronavirus emergency. The HelpLine is staffed by volunteers, including mental health professionals, who have received training in crisis counseling.  (https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/covid-19-resources.html)

Response Crisis Hotline
631-751-7500

24/7 Crisis intervention/suicide prevention. ( https://www.responsecrisiscenter.org/ )

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990 (Spanish-speakers: press “2” for 24/7 bilingual support)

Provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support so people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human caused disasters. (https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline)

Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255
or Text 838255

Veterans Caregivers Support Line
1-855-260-3274

Domestic Violence

Long Island Against Domestic Violence
631- 666-8833

National Domestic Violence Hotline Live Chat
https://www.thehotline.org/what-is-live-chat/

New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence
844-997-2121
Online chat: www.opdv.ny.gov

Family Service League Programs

As this situation continues to evolve, most FSL counseling and support programs are operating via secure digital telehealth methods such as video conferencing, email, and phone.   Visit www.fsl-li.org for a full list of services.

If you or a loved one is struggling to cope with extreme depression, anxiety, substance addiction, feelings of isolation, or other issues please know that FSL is offering immediate assistance. DASH Crisis Care Center is open 24 hours. Call anytime 631-952-3333 to speak with a therapist or schedule a visit.

Stress Relief

Uplifting Media

• The Happy Broadcast: Good news happening in the world, plus coronavirus news and safety tips presented in colorful, easy to digest ways.
• PassItOn: Inspirational videos and quotes.
• Upworthy: Uplifting news from around the world.
• SomeGoodNews: YouTube show hosted by John Krasinski focusing on good news in the world today.

Parents

Childcare

Y Emergency Child Care

Emergency Child Care for health care professionals and first responders is available at the Patchogue Family YMCA. Learn more and register here.

Suffolk County Subsidized Child Care

The Suffolk County Department of Social Services (DSS) provides free or low cost subsidized child care services for eligible families living in Suffolk County. Child care is available for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. Children with Special needs may be able to receive subsidized child care through 18 years of age. Find out more about Subsidized Child Care.

Child Care Council of Suffolk

If someone is need of Day Care, they can call the Child Care Council of Suffolk Parent Counselors @ 631-462-0303 to find available slots for their children. Website: Child Care Council of Suffolk, Inc.

Association for Mental Health and Wellness

MHAW’s Children’s Care Management For new referrals or information: (631) 471-7242 x1470

MENTAL HEALTH HELP LINE: (631) 226-3900 HELPLINE@MHAW.ORG WWW.MHAW.ORG

Care Management Services
Care Managers assist children with physical and behavioral health challenges to access and coordinate all of their healthcare and social service needs. Services include:
• Develop a personal plan to meet one’s physical, mental health, chemical dependency, and social service needs.
• Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the ongoing effectiveness of the child’s care.
• Provide follow-up from inpatient and emergency room care to help prevent re-admissions. Assist children and families with access to important resources such as public assistance, housing, child care, food pantries, transportation, and more.
• Provide physical and behavioral health education and support for the child, their family members, and other caregivers.
• Ensure that all providers share vital information electronically to ensure the most safe and effective services.

ELIGIBILITY:
MHAW offers Child Care Management Programs which is provided in coordination with Hudson River Healthcare and Northwell Health for those who are Medicaid eligible and who have:
• One single qualifying condition of – Serious emotional disturbance (SED); or – HIV/AIDS
• Or, two or more chronic conditions, such as: – Alcohol and substance use – Mental health condition -Cardiovascular disease (such as hypertension) – Metabolic disease (such as diabetes) – Respiratory disease (such as asthma)
• Complex Trauma – Children/or adolescents’ exposure to multiple traumatic events, often of an invasive, interpersonal nature

Parenting Resources

• What To Do With Kids At Home On Coronavirus Break For Who Knows How Long (Without Losing It) Source: Colorado Public Radio

Teaching Kids About COVID-19

• COVIBOOK by Manuel Molina: A short book explaining the virus, meant support and reassure children under the age of 7. It is recommended to print this material so children can draw on it.
• Free eBooks About Coronavirus / COVID-19 for kids Source: New York City School Library System
• My Hero is You, Storybook for Children on COVID-19.
• Sesame Street in Communities: Health Emergencies. Information, tips, activities, videos, and more, from Sesame Street.

Learning at Home

• Suffolk Libraries at Home: Links and resources for learners of all ages, curated by the staff of the Suffolk Cooperative Library System.
• How can we support the social and emotional needs and development of our students at home? Source: Patchogue-Medford School District
• Scholastic Learn at Home: Day by day projects for kids that include readings and creative assignments.
• Finding Vincent: Virtual Van Gogh Museum Scavenger Hunt

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COVID-19 Travel Advisory

Guidance for those traveling into New York from out of state can be found here: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory

To file a report of an individual failing to adhere to the quarantine pursuant to the travel advisory, please call 1-833-789-0470 or visit this website. Individuals may also contact their local department of health. (COVID-19 Travel Advisory)