Services change rapidly to protect seniors from COVID-19 | March 22, 2020: As we continue to learn more about the novel coronavirus, one thing we do know is that for seniors and those with existing medical issues, the disease caused by the virus is particularly deadly.
High Risk Seen in City’s Proposed System for Feeding Seniors | March 2, 2020: Advocates for NYC’s seniors have long complained that the city’s funding for meals has been lacking.
FreshDirect, BP Link for Food Drive | March 28, 2020: To help keep borough residents and families prepared for the ongoing public health and economic emergency during the coronavirus pandemic, the Borough President’s Office and FreshDirect are partnering for “Operation 5-Borough
400 Boxes of Groceries a Day Will Be Sent to Queens Residents in Need | March 24, 2020: FreshDirect will donate 400 boxes of groceries a day to Queens residents in need for the next four weeks, the Borough President’s Office announced today.
FreshDirect is providing free food to Queens residents in need | March 24, 2020: Online grocer FreshDirect has begun a month-long initiative to provide free food for Queens residents beset by the COVID-19 health and economic crises.
What’s Closed, What’s Still Available in LGBTQ Health & Social Services | March 16, 2020: While New York City’s bars, restaurants, gyms, theaters, and other entertainment establishments have been ordered shut down due to the coronavirus, some community and health centers
DOE reveals names on diversity panel | February 20, 2020: A backlash from parents has produced a new plan for the city to begin diversifying schools in central and Southeast Queens.
Employers want to hire senior citizens | February 13, 2020: Having a few gray hairs and some wrinkles does not necessarily mean you’re no longer viable in the work force. In fact, in many instances, it’s the perfect calling card.
Queens Community House granted 1.4M | December 26, 2019: Queens Community House has been awarded $1.4 million in economic and community development funding through the New York State Regional Economic Development Council initiative.
City Awards $19 million to Community Groups to Boost 2020 Census Participation, Many in Queens | December 13, 2019: A number of Queens-based groups will receive funding from a new $19 million community awards program that focuses on census-related education and organizing.
