Hesed Circle Resources

Temple Israel Center is not endorsing any of the organizations or businesses listed below. Please use the contact details given below for more information.

INFORMATION

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) New York State Hotline Numbers:
Department of Health experts available to answer questions regarding COVID-19:
888-364-3065
People under self-quarantine and medical providers seeking information:
866-588-0195
People inquiring about testing:
888-364-3065
General Information for resources you need 24 hours a day/7 days a week:
211

Red Cross
Blood plasma donation for those who have had Covid-19
redcrossblood.org

Westchester County Government Information
www.westchestergov.com
Find latest County updates, information, and resources (including a list of what’s open)
Stay at Home Together Events
www.seniorcitizens.westchestergov.com/covid-19-updates

White Plains ALERTS​
Sign up for the City of White Plains Community and Emergency Notification System at www.cityofwhiteplains.com then tap the “Stay Notified” button

White Plains Shuls Group
A listserv for people to share info about classes, lectures, hesed projects, job availability, sharing rides to airport, etc.
https://groups.io/g/WhitePlainsShuls/topics

MENTAL HEALTH, FINANCIAL AND OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES, AND ADVOCACY

Phone Support Groups:
Please call if you are anxious about the situation and need someone to talk to:
COVID Emotional Support: 844-863-9314
For questions or concerns about COVID-19 — whether you or a loved one has it:
NY Wellness: https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/
Chat or text, call 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355)

(914)Cares
Provides a month’s worth of diapers and in “normal” times, clothing for children
www.914cares.org
914-458-5220

Aging in Place in White Plains
Information, resources, and assistance to support goal of aging in place
www.centerforaginginplace.org
914-319-1609

The CARES Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
Provides economic assistance for workers, families, and small businesses, and preserves jobs
https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/cares

Family Services Westchester
Ride Connect:
Volunteers provide free rides for seniors to essential medical visits. In “normal times” provide rides for shopping, medical, social, and other errands.
www.fsw.org
914-242-7433

Feeding Westchester
Mobile food pantries and drive through distributions
www.feedingwestchester.org
914-923-1100

The Hebrew Free Burial Association
Burial ritual and financial assistance
www.hebrewfreeburial.org
212-239-1662

Hebrew Free Loan
Interest free loans available to those who qualify
www.hfls.org
212-687-0188

Meals-on-Wheels of White Plains
Vegetarian options
www.mowwp.org
914-946-6878

ParaTransit Westchester
Shared ride service
transportation.westchestergov.com
914-995-7272

Westchester Jewish Community Services
Virtual Services Available:
• Mental Health

• Trauma
• Autism Support
• LGBTQ Youth Support
• Hotline for Parents of Young Children
• Family Support for Parents & Adolescents
• Senior Care
• Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support
• Kosher meals
www.wjcs.com
www.wjcs.com/news/2020/05/21/feature/covid-19-wjcs-programs-for-the-whole-family/
914-761-0600

REMOTE LEARNING/CULTURE/RECREATION/CONNECTION

DOROT
• Virtual visits from social workers
• Dorot Onsite @Home classes
• Telephone friends (be matched with a volunteer for weekly friendly phone calls)
• University Without Walls (explore art and culture, discuss the news, gain practical advice on health in small classes by phone—877-819-9147)
www.dorotusa.org
914-485-8354

JCC of Mid-Westchester
• Arts & Talks programs
• Virtual meditation & yoga classes
• Special Needs-Sib Connection
• Men’s Club
• Wonder Women (similar to Men’s Club)
www.jccmw.org
914-725-7300

Meyerson JCC Manhattan
• Virtual Classes
• List of Free Parks, Arts, Cultural & Neighborhood Programming (accessed via “Adults” tab, 60+, Covid-19 Resources and Referrals, at the bottom of the page)
www.jccmanhattan.org
646-505-4444

Shames Jewish Community Center on the Hudson
Virtual and In-Person programs for all ages and special needs
www.shamesjcc.org
914-366-7898

Westchester Jewish Council
Remote learning/engagement/connecting opportunities
www.wjcouncil.org
914-328-7001

White Plains Library
Open for browsing and inter-library loans
www.whiteplainslibrary.org
914-422-1400