Community Resource Guide
COMMUNITY
RESOURCE GUIDE
The purpose of this guide is to provide you with information about a variety of community resources that you may find helpful. This guide is not exhaustive, so you are encouraged to seek out additional resources not listed here that may be a better fit for your needs. We also encourage you to contact the resources listed for the most up-to-date information (eligibility, hours, locations, etc.), as changes may occur frequently.
Mercy College of Health Sciences does not exclusively endorse any of the resources contained in this guide.
If you need additional information or assistance, please contact Diane Haskins at diane.haskins@mchs.edu.
ADVOCACY SERVICES
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CHILDCARE ASSISTANCE & REFERRAL
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CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
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COVID-19 RESOURCES
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES
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EDUCATION ASSISTANCE
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EMERGENCY SHELTER
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EMPLOYMENT & JOB ASSISTANCE
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
PLEASE NOTE: This list of financial resources has been compiled for your convenience and does not in any way guarantee assistance from any of the agencies on this list.
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FOOD: FOOD PANTRIES, MEAL ASSISTANCE, & BASIC NEEDS
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HEALTH: MENTAL HEALTH, COUNSELING, CRISIS & THERAPY SERVICES
| FREE counseling/mental health/therapy resources | |
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| The following resources may have some costs associated with their services. Please check with the individual providers to see if they accept private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and/or personal payments, OR if they provide financial assistance or will work with individuals based on their income. | |
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HEALTH: MEDICAL, VISION, & DENTAL
| Medical, Vision, & Dental Providers | Health Insurance & Programs |
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HOUSING & HOMELESSNESS
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LEGAL ASSISTANCE
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RESOURCE ASSISTANCE
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE & ADDICTION RECOVERY
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TAX PREPARATION (FREE)
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TRANSPORTATION
| General Transportation | Non-Emergency Medical Transportation |
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VETERANS
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To view a PDF summary of all resources listed above, please click the link below.
Counseling
The Norkaitis Student Success Center provides a professional counselor for students who are looking for help in addressing personal or other emotional issues.
Tutoring
The Norkaitis Student Success Center offers FREE tutoring services for all students.
Catherine’s Cabinet
Mercy College’s student food bank provides supplemental support to students who are facing food insecurity and need assistance.
