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:

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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.

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 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

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 StSun 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

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