2021-2022 School Year Information SCHOOL DOCUMENTS CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENTS REOPENING RESOURCES WEBINARS FAQ UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS / WEBINARS: VIRTUAL FAMILY CONNECT SUMMIT WEDNESDAY | OCTOBER 20, 2021 Join us at our 6th Annual Family Connect Summit | Advocating For Your Future FREE REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW: Register today and learn more about the sessions by clicking here: www.adaptcommunitynetwork.org/summitregistration/ The ADAPT Family Connect Summit is for families, self-advocates, professionals, and anyone interested in the latest information regarding intellectual and developmental disability services and supports for children and adults. We offer a variety of sessions presented by experts in topic areas such as benefits, housing supports, entitlements, supporting your loved one, advocacy for funded services, and so much more. For more information and sponsorships contact: Family Connect Office: 718-436-7979 ext. 704 familyconnect@adaptcommunitynetwork.org Sincerely, ADAPT Community Network - CONFERENCIA VIRTUAL DE FAMILY CONNECT MIERCOLES | 20 DE OCTUBRE DEL 2021 Participe en nuestra 6TA Conferencia Anual De Family Connect | Abogando Por Su Futuro LA INSCRIPCIÓN GRATUITA YA ESTÁ ABIERTA: Regístrese hoy y obtenga más información sobre las sesiones haciendo clic aquí:www.adaptcommunitynetwork.org/summitregistration/ La conferencia de ADAPT es para: familias, auto defensores, profesionales y cualquier persona interesada en la información más reciente sobre los servicios y apoyos para personas con discapacidad intelectual y desarrollo para niños y adultos. Ofrecemos una variedad de sesiones presentadas por expertos en áreas relacionadas a beneficios, soportes de vivienda, eligibilidad de servicios sociales para su ser querido con discapacidad, abogacía y muchos otros servicios. Para más información contactar a: Family Connect Oficina: 718-436-7979 ext. 704 familyconnect@adaptcommunitynetwork.org Sinceramente, ADAPT Community Network CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR NYSED AND DOH REOPENING PLANS RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES NYC DSS COVID-19 Community Updates: Visit the following site to find information about SNAP & Cash Assistance, Medicaid & Health Assistance, Housing Resources, Financial Resources, Food Assistance Programs, COVID Health Resources, and more: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/partners/covid-19-community-updates.page FREE INTERNET ACCESS A new program from the FCC will provide a $50 discount per month towards broadband service for eligible families. Learn more at https://www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit Apply at https://getemergencybroadband.org/ COVID-19 TESTING & VACCINATIONS FIND A FREE VACCINATION APPOINTMENT NEAR YOU FIND A FREE COVID-19 TESTING SITE NEAR YOU NYC Department of Health info & resources NYC Department of Education info & resources For information regarding travel guidelines and restrictions, visit https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/covid-19-travel-advisory FOOD & NUTRITION ASSISTANCE THOUSANDS OF NYC FAMILIES WILL RECEIVE $420 IN P-EBT CARDS, REGARDLESS OF INCOME. All NYC public school families were automatically entered in the State's P-EBT system, a program that covers the cost of missed school meals while students were learning from home due to COVID-19. Questions about how or when you will receive your benefits? Call (833) 452-0096 or find resources and FAQs online >> Parents: Do you need ideas for nutritious meals for your preschooler? Click here to access our April menu! The menu provides ideas and portion guidelines, and this link has information about My Plate, which will help you prepare healthy meals for your children and family. Check out these quick and easy recipes from our nutritionist Marcia! NYC students can pick up 3 free meals daily from 7:30am - 1:30pm Monday through Friday at 400 NYC sites. Visit https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/food/community-meals to learn more. FIND YOUR MEAL HUB LOCATION HERE. Map here. Meals can be picked up at all Meal Hubs from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday All adults and children can pick up multiple meals at once Vegetarian, kosher, and halal options available at select sites. See more information about sites here. No registration or ID required Find a food pantry near you: FoodHelpNYC Foodbanknyc.org Hungerfreeamerica.org GENERAL FOOD RESOURCES For a list of general food resources, including food pantries, grab and go meals, and information on how to apply for and use SNAP, visit www.nyc.gov/GetFood or call 311 and say “Get Food” WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program Women, Infant and Children) WIC provides nutrition for eligible pregnant and postpartum women and children under the age of five. Fathers and caregivers can also apply for their children. Normally, WIC applicants must apply in person, but most centers are now working via phone. You do not need to be a US citizen to receive WIC. If applicants have all necessary documents, WIC benefits are effective immediately after application. To learn more and locate a WIC center near you, call 1-800-522-5006. If you have other questions or need additional information, the Catholic Charities Helpline is here to help at 1-888-744-7900. If you would like to apply for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, please visit www.benefits.gov/benefit/1320 ASSISTANCE INCLUDEnyc INCLUDEnyc is here for families of children with disabilities. Their Help Line will be open M-Th 9am-4pm. Call or text INCLUDEnyc with your questions, or you can fill out a Help Request form at any time. INCLUDEnyc will be offering timely updates and resources on their website, especially information pertaining to children with disabilities and their families. INCLUDEnyc’s Applying for Social Security during COVID-19 tips Check INCLUDEnyc’s calendar for free weekly webinars, Facebook Live sessions, parent support groups, and other online events and resources. AUTISM SPEAKS Autism Speaks is offering a multitude of resources to families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during this crisis. Check out these resources via Autism Speaks: “The Autism Response Team remains a resource for all families in our community, and we encourage you to reach out if you are in need of assistance. We are available to answer calls, emails and online chat. As specific inquiries come in, we are listening and learning in real time to make information and content available. We are also implementing measures for ongoing follow-up to ensure the community feels supported throughout this time.” “We have created a centralized hub for resources for families and individuals on the spectrum: COVID-19 Information and Resources. This page is updated regularly as new content is developed, including with video resources to guide individuals and families.” “Connect with us on social media: for tips, tools, resources and inspiration. You will find daily posts that include news, information and people in the autism community sharing their stories. Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.” We offer financial support. We are offering Autism Speaks Cares Grants to people with autism and their families/caregivers who are in need of financial help with groceries, childcare/respite, medication or therapy as a result of COVID-19. Contact the Autism Response Team for more information. New York State has thousands of mental health professionals who are volunteering to provide FREE mental health services for people who are distressed over the COVID-19 pandemic. New York State has a central hotline number to access these services: call 1-844-863-9314. This is a time that presents new challenges for all of us. Catholic Charities has a HelpLine 1(888) 744-7900 for families in crisis to help with basic needs, and for Information and Referrals. Please be aware that agencies may be short staffed but assistance is available. YAI - YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest life possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working, and learning. YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of people we support and their families. COVID-19 resources Online training: Supporting a Person with Autism Navigating the Service System for People With Developmental Disabilities Find help in NYC with food, money, housing, work, and more on ACCESS.nyc.gov. Click on “ACCESS HRA” to apply for SNAP (Food Stamps), Cash Assistance (CA), Medicaid, Fair Fares NYC. No negative case actions will be taken for individuals unable or unwilling to come to offices for scheduled appointments Help is now available for individuals and families in need of rental assistance, who are not eligible for traditional eviction prevention programs. These services are being offered through NYC Homebase. You may be eligible if you have limited or no access to government resources. If you are unsure if you qualify, would like to talk to someone about this program, or would like some help avoiding eviction, please find your zip code listed below and contact your local Homebase provider. Bronxworks Bronx Zip Codes: 10451, 10452, 10454, 10455, 10456 jparedes@bronxworks.org, (646) 556-5633 CAMBA Brooklyn Zip Codes: 11201, 11204, 11205, 11209, 11210, 11213, 11214, 11215, 11216, 11217, 11218, 11219, 11220, 11223, 11224, 11225, 11226, 11228, 11229, 11230, 11231, 11232, 11233, 11235, 11238; All zip codes in Staten Island CAMBAHomeBase@camba.org (718) 622-7323 Catholic Charities Community Services Bronx Zip Codes: 10461, 10462, 10464, 10465, 10469, 10472, 10473, 10474, 10475 Helpline: 1 (888) 744-7900 Catholic Charities Neighborhood Services Brooklyn zip codes: 11207, 11208, 11239; All zip codes in Queens project@CCBQ.org (718) 674-1000 Help USA Bronx ZIP CODES: 10453, 10459, 10457, 10458, 10460, 10463, 10467, 10468, 10470, 10471 HomebaseSA2@helpusa.org (646) 905-5289 RiseBoro Brooklyn ZIP CODES: 11206, 11211, 11212, 11221, 11222, 11237, 11249, 11251 PREVENTION@riseboro.org (718)210-2767 Services for the Underserved ALL Zip Codes in MANHATTAN sushomebase@sus.org (917) 492-1019 LEARNING AT HOME & PARENTING SUPPORT Check out our Learning At Home & Parenting Support page for tons of ideas for at-home learning and activities, information on how to talk to your kids about coronavirus, and tips for how parents can take care of themselves. 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