COVID-19 Help - Tri-County United Way

Last update 3/24/2020 at 10:30 am The COVID-19 situation in the United States is evolving rapidly as more becomes known about the virus, how it is spread, and how it affects people. For the most accurate and timely information, visit the CDC’s website Below you will additional helpful resources, including the current status of many of our local nonprofit agencies. NEW YORK STATE CORONA VIRUS HOTLINE – 1-888-364-3065 STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT WEBSITE – NY.Gov/Coronavirus If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, dial 211 to speak to someone who can help. General Information Learn more about coronavirus disease 2019 from the CDC (CDC information includes prevention strategies, frequently asked questions and answers, travel guidance) Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) (CDC) Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) (WHO) CDC Guidance Information Read guidance information for long-term care facilities Read guidance information for schools and childcare facilities Read guidance information for higher education Read guidance information for businesses and employers AN UPDATE FROM OUR PARTNER LOCAL AGENCIES Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Program is operating mostly remotely- we are offering counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, information and referral and support via phone only. Our safe dwelling remains open and is currently full, if someone is seeking shelter we would work to find them space in another county. Catholic Charities is providing clinical assistance via phone counseling only. The NOEP (Nutritional Outeach and Educational Program) continues to assist people apply for SNAP benefits via phone and can advocate at onsite at Department of Social Services. The Moreau Community Center is currently open regular hours (Monday through Friday, 8-4) for essential food services only. People can access us for the food pantry, we are providing backpacks for our SGF school district, and our senior meals are still continuing. If someone has a need other than food, they should call (518) 792-6007 ext 12 or 19. We will be able to assess through the phone call if there is any other support we can give. The American Red Cross services continue unchanged. The YMCA will offer online classes via their webpage Department of Family Assistance – We are open at 50 percent staff but are available. We are available for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program), TA (Temporary Assistance), Medicaid and DV (Domestic Violence) services. We are coordinating with OFA (Office For the Aging), Community Action, Public Health and Community Services to help provide services. Big Brothers, Big Sisters – Our team is working remotely and still serving children and families. Our community program is still taking place and our matches are meeting virtually and being socially responsible. Our calls are being forwarded and we are still coordinating services and resources when possible such as disseminating computers when available and other resources to our families and the community at large. The Salvation Army of Glens Falls is still providing all essential emergency services. To limit exposure to staff and community members we are asking that all folks in need of emergency services call 518-709-1960 to schedule a phone interview. L.E.A.P. the Community Action Agency for Washington County is providing the following essential services for Washington County Residents Only: Emergency Food Pantry (income eligible) Hours: Monday- Friday, 8am-4pm BY APPOINTMENT ONLY (518) 409-5199 Emergency Services (One-time payments for utility shut offs or evictions) Hours: Monday – Friday 8am-4pm VIA TELEPHONE ONLY (518) 409-5199 Employment and Training (Maintaining contact with current clients via email and telephone). *For Unemployment Insurance: Please call 1-888-209-8124 or visit www.labor.ny.gov* Senior Transportation: (For medically necessary appointments, pharmacy and grocery trips): Please call:(518) 932-1071 for appointments Head Start/ Early Head Start All centers are currently closed to children. Staff are providing at home learning experiences for parents to do with their children and case management for enrolled families. We are taking new applications: please visit our website at www.leapservices.org or email [email protected] for more information. Warren Washington Association for Mental Health is not offering face-to-face services during the COVID-19 crisis. However, our services are still available to the community. These services include but are not limited to clinical therapy, residential services, care management, dual recovery, and social support. Caleo Clinical Services, the outpatient clinic of WWAMH, is utilizing telemedicine services in response to the crisis. Caleo Counseling Service strives to provide therapy and medication evaluation and management if necessary. Services are available for children, adolescents, adults and families living in Warren and Washington Counties. Information on currently available services can be obtained by calling Caleo’s main number 518-747-8243 and following the voice prompts. Residential Services provides homes to those with mental illness. These services will not close. Admission to this service is through the Single Point of Access (SPOA) process. Information about admission can be had by contacting the Warren Washington Office of Community Services 518-792-7143. Care Management, a service that helps to connect those with mental illness to services, has ended face-to-face contact; however, it is keeping its 230 Maple Street office open. Care managers are making regular calls, assessing people’s situations, and directing care appropriately. They can be reached at 518-793-4352. Dual Recovery Services, for those with co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorders, will be offering tele-support meetings starting March 20^th from 1-2 pm. These meetings will occur every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday until further notice, and support is also available on a one-to-one basis. To access the Zoom meeting, download the free Zoom app and enter this ID: 896-160-1202 or go to https://zoom.us/j/8961601202. Access may be had by phone at 646-876-9923 with the above ID number. Anyone who may benefit from support may call 518-338-9016 for additional information. East Side Center Psychosocial Club which provides daily social support for those affected by mental illness has closed its physical location; however, their staff is providing daily phone and email contact with members. These contacts are aimed at preventing social isolation while determining if there are unmet needs. New admission to the program is currently halted; however, information can be obtained by leaving a message at 518-793-4799 x 275.

AN UPDATE FROM OUR PARTNER LOCAL AGENCIES