Parent Resources
RESOURCES FOR NEW YORKERS
IF YOU NEED HEALTHCARE
There are 11 public hospitals in NYC that offer free healthcare to all, regardless of immigration status.
In an emergency call 911.
IF YOU NEED TO FIND FREE FOOD
You can use this map or send a message saying FOOD to 90847 to learn about food in your area
IF YOUR FAMILY HAS BEEN GIVEN A 60-DAY NOTICE AT YOUR SHELTER
This letter will help you understand your rights regarding your child’s education.
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ENGLISH CLASSES
You can register online for WeSpeak English classes run by the city
IF YOU ARE A FAMILY IN NEED OF SHELTER
you may go to the Roosevelt Hotel at any time even if you have been issued with a 60-day notice.
IF YOU HAVE BEEN A VICTIM OF FRAUD
For example by landlord/rental agency or an immigration lawyer/service provider you can contact the Manhattan District Attorney’s Immigration Affairs Unit on Whatsapp:
347 371 0877
IF YOUR CHILD AGED 14— 24 WOULD LIKE PAID SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
Youth aged 14-24 with work permits/permission to work can apply for paid summer employment through this lottery system
IF YOUR CHILD HAS A DISABILITY OR NEEDS SUPPORT WITH THEIR LEARNING/DEVELOPMENT
NYC Public Schools are open to all students and have many resources available to help children succeed
IF YOUR FAMILY DOES NOT SPEAK ENGLISH AT HOME YOU CAN ACCESS SUPPORT AT SCHOOL
Resources for children and families who do not speak English as their primary language.
LEGAL
PROJECT ROUSSEAU
Free asylum screening to evaluate your case for full legal representation.
NYIC
Resources for immigrants in New York about legal rights
I-CARE
Legal resources for children under 21s in NYC without their parent(s)
FOOD & CLOTHES
EV LOVES NYC
638 E. 6th St
Sun 1:30pm, Wed 9:30am, Fri 9:30am.
5. HUNGER FREE NYC
Guide on how and where to access free food and food programs
LITTLE SHOP OF KINDNESS
Free clothing and supplies store Appointments required
EDUCATION
INSIDE SCHOOLS
Resources that explain the NYC public school system and your child’s rights
ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN
Know-your-rights guides, tips sheets and resources about education
INCLUDE NYC
Support for families of children with disabilities or special educational needs
ENGLISH CLASSES
CONTRACOVID
English conversation practice online
NYPL
Free English classes for adults and literacy programs for kids
ELNOR
Online English classes for asylum seekers
Whatsapp: +39 389 883 9504
HEALTH
RYAN HEALTH
Vaccinations and primary care for free/low cost and help enrolling in insurance needs
PUBLIC HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Health care for free/low cost and help with insurance
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Free/low cost sexual health care, including contraception
FINANCIAL LITERACY
QUALITAS OF LIFE
Financial education in Spanish about budgeting and building credit
ALZA
Online bank account in Spanish that accepts international IDs
BEYOND RISING INTERNSHIP
Employment opportunities for undocumented 16–20 year olds
COMMUNITY & GENERAL SUPPORT
CHURCH OF ST. PAUL & ST. ANDREW
Variety of services for migrants Mon. 9am–11am
ARTISTS, ATHLETES & ACTIVISTS
Connects families to services Wed & Thurs 10am–4pm
FUNDAVENYC INC.
Support for Venezuelans
AFRIKANA
Support and community for black migrants 686 Lenox Avenue Mon – Fri 10am–4pm
MALIKAH
Support and community for Muslim migrants
RAZOM FOR UKRAINE
Assistance for newly arriving displaced Ukrainians