Childcare Scholarships Available for Essential Workers
Essential workers can use the funding to pay for their existing care arrangements. If an essential worker needs child care, they can contact their local child care resource and referral agency (https://ocfs.ny.gov/main/childcare/referralagencies.asp) (CCRR) to find openings. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services will administer the program.

Learn more or fill out an application here: (https://ocfs.ny.gov/main/news/article.php?idx=2119) .
As funds are limited, if applicable, please take advantage of this resource before funds are depleted.
 
Counseling & Support for All Workers Affected by COVID-10 - FREE
Immediate assistance available 24/7 for Front-Line Healthcare Professionals and Staff, First Responders and all Essential Workers.
Family Service League - Dash Center & Hotline – 631-952-3333or visit www.fsl-li.org
Economic Impact Payments have begun and are being distributed automatically, with no action required for most people.  However, some who typically do not file returns will need to submit a simple tax return to receive the stimulus payment.
Economic impact payments: What you need to know
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/economic-impact-payments-what-you-need-to-know
 
IRS Free File online
IRS Free File: Do Your Federal Taxes for Free
https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free
 
Helping Your Clients Navigate Economic Hardship During the COVID-19 Crisis
https://switchboardta.org/blog/helping-your-clients-navigate-economic-hardship-during-the-covid-19-crisis/?mc_cid=67bf63cd15&mc_eid=1458e969be
 
Loss of Loved One from COVID-19
American Red Cross Virtual Family Assistance Center – 585-957-8187
Providing emotional and spiritual support.  The following links can be submitted by a family member, a friend who thinks someone needs help or an agency on behalf of the family.
English:  www.redcross.org/NYSCOVIDFamilySupport
Spanish:  www.redcross.org/NYSCOVIDFamilySupport
 
Support Services for Immigrant Communities Now & After COVID-19
Family & Children’s Association Helpline   516-546-0357
Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 7 pm
 
Together LI Connects You With The Community:  Growing Strong by Helping Each Other – Message Board/Directories of Resources
In these stressful times, we need the community more than ever. Through these message boards and directories, you can connect with neighbors, local businesses, job listings, food delivery, and more https://www.newsday.com/services/together                                                                         5/4/20 rj