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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on July 20, 2020.
We recommend that you monitor this site, as well as the sites referenced in these resources, for updates and changes as we expect the situation and solutions to change over the coming weeks and months. For information on specific programs, we encourage you to visit the websites of the organizations or government entities that are responsible for the relief.
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Part of the Solution (POTS)
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Part of the Solution is continuing to provide emergency meals and emergency shelter, as well as social workers and case managers to assist in personal development and in providing referrals for financial counseling. » more information -
The Bowery Mission
The Bowery Mission offers a broad range of services to help individuals who are hungry, homeless, or experiencing a crisis. During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Bowery Mission is offering to-go meals at its Bowery campus as well as pantry items at its … » more information -
Coalition for the Homeless
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Coalition for the Homeless is continuing to operate its Grand Central Food Program, which distributes nutritional meals and other emergency items as available, to homeless New Yorkers at 25 street sites throughout … » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Consumers Experiencing Financial Hardship Due to COVID-19 May Defer Paying Certain Insurance Premiums
Governor Cuomo has announced that consumers experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 may defer paying certain life insurance premiums for 90 days. No late fees will be assessed and no negative data will be reported to credit bureaus during … » more information -
Department of Financial Services Announces Health Insurers Must Cover Costs of COVID-19 Testing Without Cost-Sharing
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) issued a circular letter on May 22, 2020 stating New York State health insurers must provide coverage of coronavirus (COVID-19) infection and antibody tests ordered and administered by a pharmacist, without … » more information -
Department of Financial Services Announces Waiver of Costs for Mental Health Services for Frontline Essential Workers and Emotional Support Hotline for Frontline Essential Health Workers
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) will require New York State-regulated health insurers to waive cost-sharing, including deductibles, copayments and coinsurance, for in-network mental health services for New York's frontline essential … » more information -
Department of Financial Services: Insurance Circular Letter No. 3 (2020)
On March 3, 2020, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) issued an Insurance Circular Letter regarding COVID-19 preparedness to all insurers in New York State authorized to write and provide medical insurance in New York. DFS instructs these … » more information -
DFS Advises Insurers to Suspend Pre-Authorization and Administrative Requirements
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) issued guidance for insurers to suspend preauthorization and administrative requirements for hospitals in response to COVID-19. The suspension of these requirements will help hospitals meet … » more information -
In Response to COVID-19, DFS Requires Insurance Companies to Waive Cost-Sharing for All In-Network Telehealth Visits
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) announced a new emergency regulation requiring New York State insurance companies to waive cost-sharing, including deductibles, copayments (copays), or coinsurance for in-network telehealth … » more information -
Medicaid: COVID-19 Test Copay Waiver
NYS Medicaid will cover certain COVID-19 related services including testing and physician, clinic, and emergency visits without copays for members. Individuals who visit in-network providers, urgent care or emergency room to be tested for COVID-19 … » more information
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