legal
The Legal section showcase organizations and resources in the area that can assist in legal matters related to worker’s rights, domestic issues, and other legal matters
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Resources during COVID19: Finances & WorkFinances & Work
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Recursos para familias durante el COVID19Acceso a Internet y utilidades:
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Resources for families during COVID19Resources for Families during COVID-19
Internet Access and Utilities:
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Community Medicaid, Nursing Home Medicaid, and Key Components of Long-Term Care PlanningFree if not signing up for CEUs.
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HIRING: Social Work Supervisors, Case Associates and Case Assistants needed for Manhattan and Bronx locationsThe NYC agency is looking to hire Social Work Supervisors, Case Associates and Case Assistants for their Manhattan and Bronx locations. The employer will be conducting one on one interviews onsite at the Washington Heights Workforce1 Center on Thursday June 14th from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR
Salary: 58k to 62k
Full time position
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National Healthcare Decisions Day
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“ Build the Block” Neighborhood Safety Meetings“ Build the Block” Neighborhood Safety Meetings
EventJoin the discussion about the issues in your community. Let us hear your voice about specific safety issues and concerns.
For residents from West 168th to West 178th streets between Broadway and Henry Hudson Parkway
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Police Department of the City of New York (NYPD) – LGBT Outreach UnitSargeant Michelle Martindale, Police Officer Aaron Ayala and Police Officer Ana Arboleda are the Citywide LGBT Community Liaisons.
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NYC Anti-Violence Project (AVP)Free, confidential counseling, advocacy, accompaniment, information and referrals for survivors of anti-LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS-related violence including hate violence, sexual violence, and domestic/intimate partner violence. 24 hour bilingual English/Spanish hotline.
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LGBT Law Project at NYLAG (NY Legal Assistance Group)Provides legal assistance and referrals to low-income LGBT community of New York in varied areas: family law, discrimination, adoption, name and document changes, homeless shelter issues, public assistance, advance directives and wills.
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HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA)Component of NYC's Human Resources Administration provides direct linkages to school, financial, emergency, vocational services for people living with AIDS/advanced HIV illness and families.
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HIV/AIDS Legal Service ProjectFree legal services to fight discrimination against/ protect privacy of people with HIV/AIDS, alcohol/ drug problems, criminal records.
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Gay Men’s Health CrisisGay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC) is the nation's leading provider of HIV/AIDS care, prevention services and advocacy, serving nearly 9,000 people living with HIV/AIDS in New York City, the epidemic's largest U.S. epicenter.
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Domestic Partner Registry-New York CityThe City's Domestic Partnership Registry allows unmarried couples who are residents or employees of New York City and who are in a committed, ongoing relationship to document their relationship.
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Domestic Partner Health BenefitsThe City of New York and the Municipal Unions have cooperated in choosing health plans and designing the benefits for the City's Health Benefits Program.
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American Civil Liberties Union-LGBT & AIDS ProjectPrecedent-setting litigation and public policy advocacy on LGBT issues and issues affecting those with HIV/AIDS.
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SAGE BronxSAGE Bronx provides events and support to LGBT Seniors in the Bronx. SAGE Bronx offers bilingual information, referrals, services, programming, educational presentations and social activities for older LGBT
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Callen-Lorde Community Health Center – BronxCallen-Lorde Community Health Center provides sensitive, quality health care and related services targeted to New York's lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities - in all their diversity - regardless of ability to pay.
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El Programa de Bienestar FamiliarEl Programa de Bienestar Familiar
El programa de Bienestar Familiar puede ayudarle a proveer a su familia con seguridad, estabilidad, y el bienestar que necesitan.
Todos los servicios son GRATUITOS! Inscribase hoy en alguno de nuestros locales o llame para mas información al 212-503-6842.
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The Family Wellness ProgramThe Family Wellness Program can help you to provide your family with the security, safety, stability and well-being they need.
All services are offered in English and Spanish and are FREE!
Enroll today at the Upper Manhattan location or call 212-503-6842.
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Emergency Planning for Non-Citizens in NYC/ Planificación de Emergencia para los Inmigrantes en NYCEmergency Planning for Non-Citizens in NYC
Information about emergency child care planning
Updating School Blue Cards
Information about obtaining passports for your childrenFREE consultation with volunteer attorneys on emergency planning
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Washington Heights Workforce1 Career CenterYou can access our services at our Workforce1 Career Centers located throughout New York City’s five boroughs. Before visiting us in-person, take a moment to learn about what we have to offer by exploring our job postings, recruitment events, and workshops to help you land the job. Then register for services at one of our center.
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Community Center of ImmigrantsCommunity Center of Immigrants is expanding their work as a volunteer-run food pantry by planting a community garden that will offer fresh vegetables to the community of 3,000 families they serve each month. In addition to providing food to the pantry, the garden is giving families and children from the community an opportunity to learn about gardening and healthy food.
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New York City Police Department Local Precinct The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, reduce fear, and maintain order.
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Comunitario de Transporte Estas invitado a Defensora del pueblo Letitia James y Consejal Ydanis Rodriguez's Comunitario De Transporte
Evento: Foro Comunitario sobre el Transporte público en Washington Heights con la Defensora del pueblo Letitia James y el Concejal Ydanis Rodriguez
Lugar: Fort Washington Collegiate Church, 729 West 181 Street En la calle Fort Washington.
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Transportation Town Hall Public Advocate Letitia James and Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez's Transportation Town Hall
What: A town hall discussion with Public Advocate Letitia James and Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez about public transportation in Washington Heights.
Where: Fort Washington Collegiate Church, 729 West 181 Street.
** Space is wheelchair accessible**
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Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners (formerly Credit Where Credit Is Due) was founded in 1994 in response to the growing financial disenfranchisement of Upper Manhattan. Since its inception, Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners’ financial empowerment programs have provided clients with the products and counseling services to change their financial future.
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Partners Anonymous, Inc.Not-for-profit organization providing victims or perpetrators of domestic violence (ages 18+) and couples with psychotherapy services. Treatment for persons involved in domestic violence, including treatment for batterers. Individual, couples, family, short/long-term psychotherapy; clinical supervision for professionals; public education. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Domestic Violence Awareness MonthWhat is Domestic Violence?
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CUNY Citizenship Now!CUNY Citizenship Now! provides free, high quality, and confidential immigration law services to help individuals and families on their path to U.S. citizenship. Our attorneys and paralegals offer one-on-one consultations to assess participants’ eligibility for legal benefits and assist them in applying when qualified.
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Domestic Violence Non-Residential Services
Domestic Violence Non-Residential Services Please find below the information for Providers, Hotline Number and Borough that they provide services to: -Barrier Free Living- 212-533-4358 - All Boroughs - HELP R.O.A.D.S.- 718-922-7980- Brooklyn -New York Asian Women’s Center- 212-732-5230 or 888-888-7702- Queens -NYC Gay & Lesbian Anti-Violence Project- 212-714-1141- All Boroughs -Sanctuary fo
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Directorio de Recursos Conexiones NYBienvenido al Directorio de Recursos NY Connects, este es el lugar correcto para buscar información sobre como:
* Aprender sobre los servicios y apoyos a plazo los cuales pueden ayudarlo a usted o un miembro de la familia que esta en casa y quiere permanecer en la comunidad, o permanecer independiente;
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NY Connects Resource DirectoryNY Connects Resource Directory, is the right place to:
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Guía Comunitaria de Beneficios Públicos de HRA para InmigrantesMuchos inmigrantes en la Ciudad de NuevaYork pueden utilizar una gran variedad de servicios. La lista a continuación incluye servicios que están disponibles para los residentes de la Ciudad de Nueva York sin importar su estado migratorio. Algunos de estos servicios son proporcionados por HRA; otros no.
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Community Guide to HRA Public Benefits for ImmigrantsMany immigrants in New York City are able to use a wide range of services. The list below includes services that are available to New York City residents regardless of immigration status. Some of these services are provided by HRA; others are not. There may also be other
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Violence Intervention Program, Inc. (ESPAÑOL)Cada año, VIP ofrece servicios directos a más de 25,000 sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y otros tipos de violencia a través de un proceso continuo de atención.
Programa de Educación y Difusión comunitaria (La Voz)
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Violence Intervention Program, Inc.Each year, VIP reaches over 25,000 survivors of domestic violence and gender abuse through its continuum of services.
Community Education and Outreach
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File Your Taxes Safely and for FreeTax Preparation Service Options
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IDNYC (ESPAÑOL)8 millones de neoyorquinos. 1 tarjeta para todos nosotros!
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IDNYC8 Million New Yorkers. 1 Card For All Of Us!
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Catholic Guardian ServicesCatholic Guardian Services (CGS) has at the heart of its mission the duty to affirm the dignity of each person we serve and to carry a message of hope to vulnerable persons of all ages.
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Case Management Outstation at the YM & YWHANot-for-profit program providing seniors ages 60+ and their families with case management, benefits assistance, and linkages and referrals for legal, housing, and immigrant support services.
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Asociación de Mujeres Progresistas, Inc.The Asociación de Mujeres Progresistas, Inc. was conceived in Washington Heights on November 11, 1993.
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LawHelp.orgLawHelp.org has been created for people living on low-incomes and the legal organizations that serve them. LawHelp.org provides referrals to local legal aid and public interest law offices, basic information about legal rights, court forms, self-help information, court information, links to social service agencies, and more in your state.
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ABCNY Legal Referral ServicesWhen you call 212-626-7373 or en español 212-626-7374, you will be speaking with an attorney. One of our attorney referral counselors takes your call and talks with you about your legal question, or reviews your online referral request. If we determine you will benefit from working with a lawyer, we will refer you to a screened and qualified lawyer.
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Northern Manhattan Improvement CorporationNMIC is a community-based, nonprofit organization founded in 1979 that serves Washington Heights and Inwood, in upper Manhattan. Beginning with two people operating on a small start-up grant, we have grown over the past 30 years to over 100 staff members, working to stabilize the community and help residents build a better life.
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The Northern Manhattan Fellowship now welcomes applicants for its 2015-2016 cohortThe Northern Manhattan Fellowship is a 10-month leadership and professional development program, which brings together emerging leaders from faith-based, community and governmental organizations to hone their leadership, networking, and community-building skills.
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Volunteers of Legal Services (VOLS)Volunteers of Legal Services (VOLS) offers pro bono (free) legal assistance on immigration and other legal matters to low-income New Yorkers. For more information, please visit their website.
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Northern Manhattan Coalition for Immigrant Rights (NMCIR)The Northern Manhattan Coalition for Immigrant Rights (NMCIR), is a non-profit organization, founded in 1982 to educate, defend and protect the rights of immigrants. Recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals, NMCIR is committed to expanding access to legal immigration services, participating in policy making and community organizing.
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Riverstone -- four programs for healthy seniorsWith four core programs that work together to provide answers for seniors and their families: Riverstone Memory Center: Engaging adult day services for people with memory loss due to Alzheimer's or other condition. Support groups and other activities for caregivers underscore Riverstone's recognition of their importance in the balance of care.
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The New York Common Pantry The New York Common Pantry is dedicated to reducing hunger throughout New York City while promoting dignity and self-sufficiency. Our Pantry Program is New York City's largest community-based food pantry and is designed to meet the needs of our families by providing culturally-appropriate and nutritiously-balanced food.
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Know Your Rights!Think you know your rights as a tenant? Check out the Tenant Rights Guide over at the Attorney General's website to be sure!
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