☰ Coronavirus & Rising Ground We’re here for you. Rising Ground continues to operate during this uncertain time. With 55 life-affirming programs operating out of more than 50 locations across the New York City area, Rising Ground supports children, adults, and families that face adversity in their lives. The Covid-19 pandemic and efforts to curb its impact add additional stress to all our lives. We are supporting our communities as we manage through this health crisis together. Rising Ground is continuing to provide supports as best we can – offering a safety net to thousands in these trying times. While practicing appropriate safety precautions, we are operating most of our various programs and services in modified form. To those we support and those seeking services We're still rising with New Yorkers in need. As noted above, most Rising Ground programs and services are continuing to operate with measures in place to ensure the safety and well-being of our staff and those we support. We are closely following guidelines set out by the CDC, the Health Department, and the various government entities that regulate our work. If you need assistance, you can reach us by visiting RisingGround.org/Contact-Us to contact a specific program. Our Central Access and Referral Department at AccessAndReferral@RisingGround.org or 914-343-6983 can also guide you to our services or the services provided by other organizations. Our child welfare services Our community-based services Our education & early childhood programs Our residential programs To those facing intimate partner violence during this uncertain time Social distancing together is not always safe. During this unsettling time, we are all being encouraged to stay inside as much as we can to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. Being inside and away from others helps to protect ourselves, the more vulnerable members of our community and our hospitals, yet home is not always the safest place for everyone. Many of us live with someone who is or has caused us a harm – often a partner, a parent, or a roommate. For those of us who live with someone like that, staying inside with that person can make us feel scared, angry, and sad – often all at the same time. When you are living with someone who is causing you harm, these are some things to think about: Trust your gut. Create distance where possible. Stay in touch with others. Do what you can to take care of yourself. Know that help is still available. To staff continuing to support New Yorkers in need We're taking precautions to keep everyone safe and well. We’re working with all our might to support the vulnerable New Yorkers in our care, while keeping everyone as healthy as possible. The times are challenging, yet our dedicated direct service professionals continue to provide around-the-clock supports to New York’s most vulnerable children and adults. Here’s what we’re doing to keep everyone as safe as possible and some guidelines to follow: Social distancing is key. Wash hands regularly. We're closely monitoring the situation. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available to staff. All facilities are continuously deep cleaned. Travel and visitors have been restricted. We're here for you. To our donors and community partners All volunteer activities have been suspended until further notice. As always, Rising Ground relies on the generosity of donors and friends to make our work helping children, adults, and families overcome adversity possible. This is particularly true during this time when needs are most significant and funding is uncertain. If you would like to donate to Rising Ground, please visit RisingGround.org/Donate. TAKE ACTION Donate Volunteer Become a Foster Parent Contact Us Corporate Compliance Safe Standards E-MAIL NEWSLETTER To receive regular updates about our life-affirming work, click here 151 Lawrence Street, Brooklyn, 5th Floor, NY 11201 212-437-3500 Privacy Policy | Accessibility | Your Rights © 2021 All Rights reserved