Domestic violence is a problem experienced daily by thousands of women in New York.
According to New York City statistics in the last decade at least 672 people have died from homicides related to domestic violence.
Many of the victims They do not dare to report because they do not have a support network that helps them with advice, shelter or other necessary support.
For this reason, the association was created. Violence Intervention Program (VIP) that specializes in helping Latina women who are victims of this type of violence.
They have an emergency shelter, which is an option for victims who fear being left without a place to live if they report domestic violence.
The families live in different apartments and receive counselling, defense of their rights and legal advice.
They also offer support in financial advice to be able to become independent.
Through financial literacy training and workshops, we help survivors establish bank accounts, credit, financial goals, balance a budget, and develop other essential skills.
The association offers emergency support through a helpline or Hotline: 800-664-5880 which works 24/7 for women in danger and from June 1 will be bilingual.
Through this number, victims can request more information about the support they offer.
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Food banks and community kitchens You can find them at FoodHelpNYC or by calling 311.
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Food Pantries ( Soup Kitchen_ Food Pantries) for each county. In some cases the ID will be required to verify the address.
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Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens services include food pantry delivery and case management. In addition to helping you with enrollment in programs like SNAP. Monday – Friday: 9 AM to 5 PM (718) 722-6001 Learn more about Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens.
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City Harvest offers a food pantry, soup kitchens and mobile markets. Through their Mobile Markets they distribute fresh fruits and vegetables, free of charge, to thousands of New Yorkers each month. Visit the City Harvest website.
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Salvation Army The Salvation Army offers services including a food pantry, soup kitchen, clothing, and spiritual counseling. Find a Salvation Army Corps Community Center.
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If you’re age 60 or older, you can also go to: A senior center for meals OR the senior meal delivery program, if you qualify.
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Food Stamps or SNAP The program helps people with limited income to buy food. Benefits are provided on an electronic card that is used like an ATM card and is accepted at most grocery stores. Apply here to the Supplemental Assistance Program for Nutrition.
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NYC Public Schools New York City is also maintaining its free breakfast and lunch program for kids 18 and under this summer, outside the main entrance of each school building. Students can go to their regular school or the one closest to them. You can text the phrase “NYC Food” to 304-304 for more information.
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Free baby food and formula Food for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides pregnant women, mothers, and young children with healthy food and support services for prenatal care, breastfeeding, and nutrition. Telephone number: (800) 522-5006 Office hours: Monday – Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM
