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