COVID-19
Resources
The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated so many families in our communities and we must all work together to keep Queens safe, healthy and resilient.
This page is a compilation of local resources where you can receive or offer help in these life-altering times.
Local Mutual Aid
Food assistance
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Astoria Community Fridge: 8-03 Astoria Blvd, Astoria, NY 11102, USA
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Search the map on foodbanknyc find a soup kitchen, food pantry, senior center
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SNAP enrollment: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for grocery assistance
covid-19 Testing
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The Floating Hospital, 41-40 27th Street, LIC, NY 11101 – call (718) 784-2240, ext. 150 to make an appointment
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NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Woodside 50-53 Newtown Rd, Woodside, NY 11377
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CityMD, Long Island City 25-18 Queens Plaza South, Queens, NY 11101 – no appointments, walk-in only
Government Programs
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Unemployment Benefits: New York State Department of Labor unemployment application
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Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) Food Benefits: for students who would have received free school lunches
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NYC Small Business Services Coronavirus Assistance and Guidance
Other covid Resources
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Arab-American Family Support Center COVID-19 Resource guide in Urdu, Arabic and Bangla