“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone.” — Lisa Olivera
5th Floor Lounge: Lounge area with seating, vending machine, and complementary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate
Room 503: GSGA Club Room & LGBTQ Resource Center. There is seating, board games, and a mini fridge with complementary drinks
Room 704: Study lounge with computers and printing services
Room 819: Lactation support room
Room 822: Designated quiet space for reflection, meditation, or prayer. Available between 12pm-8:10pm Monday-Thursday
CUNY Relief Efforts – Hurricane Melissa
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Dear CUNY SPH community, As you are aware, Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, has recently devastated much of the Eastern Caribbean region, particularly in Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba. Unfortunately, this hurricane has left thousands of civilians stranded due to severe river flooding, making rescue operations difficult. The storm has also caused widespread infrastructural damage to homes, schools and public buildings, leaving many communities without shelter or essential services. The death toll is expected to rise in the coming weeks, as many regions remain without access to clean drinking water, food, or electricity. CUNY has updated their University Disaster Relief Efforts webpage with additional details on this emergency, and continue to closely monitor the situation as members of the CUNY community of students, faculty and staff have been impacted at home and abroad. As always, CUNY strongly recommends researching organizations carefully before coordinating collection or donation efforts. Below are some organizations and resources currently supporting Hurricane Melissa relief efforts: |
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For more information about CUNY’s disaster relief efforts and ways to contribute, please visit University Disaster Relief Efforts. For questions, contact CUNY SPH’s Disaster Coordinator, Lynn Roberts ([email protected]). |
CUNY Immigration Assistance Program (CIAP)
Dear CUNY SPH community,
CUNY Immigration Assistance Project (CIAP) is a new rapid response legal resource for those impacted by recent immigration policy changes. Services offered through the program are available for currently enrolled CUNY students and employees.
Please click the link below for more information.
https://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/communications-marketing/immigrationresourcesandinformation/cuny-immigration-assistance-project-ciap/
Student Wellness Counselor at CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy
Sherry Adams is a licensed social worker available to provide virtual counseling to students at this time. Sherry is also available to assist students in identifying and accessing their neighborhood-specific resources. Please email to schedule an appointment: [email protected]
NYC Health Guidelines on coping with stress during infectious disease outbreaks
CDC Guidelines for coping with stress and anxiety related to COVID-19
SAMSHA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services) Hotline
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Eating Disorders Association Helpline
1-800-931-2237
CUNY Tax-Levy Employee Assistance Program
For faculty and staff experiencing heightened anxiety, CUNY’s Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is available to help. CUNY’s EAP may be reached at 1-866-327-2400.
Research Foundation Employees Assistance Program
For help with feelings of stress or anxiety about these events, contact RFCUNY’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
Edquity
Provides online emergency support to students during COVID-19. Offers referrals available in your community related to health, food, housing, transportation, and childcare.
NYC Human Resources Administration
Apply for Medicaid, cash assistance, SNAP, and childcare assistance at these HRA sites that also assist individuals in securing jobs.
New York State Unemployment Insurance
MEDICAL RESOURCES (including for uninsured or underinsured)
New York State Department of Health COVID-19 Hotline
1-888-364-3065
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene COVID-19 Updates
To get regular updates on the latest developments regarding coronavirus in New York City, text COVID to 692-692. For updates in Spanish, text COVIDESP to 692-692. You will receive regular SMS texts with the latest news and developments.
NYC Health + Hospitals
Network of hospitals in New York City that provide care despite patients insurance status and assists in getting patients connected to insurance.
Call for an appointment: 1-844-NYC-4NYC
Veteran’s Health Administration
1-844-698-2311
FOOD
Food Bank NYC
Operates food pantries and soup kitchens, and directs you to SNAP enrollment sites. Visit website for most up to date information:
Meals for public school students
The week of March 15th there will be grab-and-go meals for students at every New York City Public School. The meals will be available at the schools’ start time. Visit schools.nyc.gov for most up to date information.
INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE SUPPORT
Safe Horizon
Provides support for survivors of intimate partner violence through a 24-hour hotline 800-621-HOPE (4673), and comprehensive family justice centers in each borough. Please call 911 for emergencies.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Text LOVEIS to 22522
EMERGENCY HOUSING
Lists shelters for women, men, and families by city and state. Please see website for most up to date information:
PARENT/FAMILY RESOURCES
National Association of School Psychologists guidance on talking to children about COVID-19 (in multiple languages)
Guardian article on families emotionally preparing for quarantine
Internet providers providing free Wifi during COVID-19 response
NYC Children
Resources are available to provide support to overwhelmed parents. Call 311 and ask for parenting support. Also additional information and phone numbers for The Administration for Children and Family Services can be found at this website.
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