COVID-19

Since March 2020, the world has been dramatically affected by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Some trans and gender diverse people may be experiencing unique challenges during this time; this page provides some information and resources that can help in New York City.

As result of complying with social distancing guidelines to curb the spread of COVID-19, The TURNNT Study has been reimagined as ‘TURNNT At Home’. TURNNT At Home allows trans women of color to participate safely in the study, with all necessary equipment and materials sent directly to your home.

If you have any questions about TURNNT At Home or any of the resources provided on this page, please the project coordinator, Gia Love (GL2689@cumc.columbia.edu).

How can I protect myself and others?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that all people undertake the following to help protect themselves and others from COVID-19 (read more here):

  • Wash your hands regularly with warm water and soap,

  • Avoid close contact with others,

  • Stay home as much as possible,

  • Wear a cloth mask or face covering when interacting with other people,

  • Cough or sneeze into your elbow, and

  • Take time to clean and disinfect your home and anything else you touch (give that phone a clean!) on a regular basis.

WHAT DO I DO IF I’M SICK?

If you are worried that you may have COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have published a helpful tool for identifying potential symptoms.

New York City has a ‘Coronavirus Hotline’ (888-364-3065) and so does New Jersey (800-222-1222).

IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SEVERE SYMPTOMS, CALL 911.

Reopening NEW York

NY Forward: A Guide to Reopening New York and Building Back Better 

IT CAN HELP TO TALK

It is entirely normal to be experiencing feelings of depression or anxiety. The world is in an uncertain place, and interruption to your daily routine can create negative feelings or exacerbate existing mental health issues. The COVID-19 pandemic may also be affecting those with substance use challenges, many of whom cannot access their usual support systems or treatment options.

The good news is that there are a range of free counseling services available that have specific experience supporting trans and gender diverse people. These include:

Headspace App has some lovely meditation and mindfulness resources.

Domestic and Intimate partner violence Support

There has also be a marked increase in experiences of forms of domestic and intimate partner violence during COVID-19. If you or someone you know needs support at this time, please check out the following resources:

  • Safe Horizon provides support for survivors of intimate partner violence through a 24-hour hotline 800-621-4673, and comprehensive family justice centers in each borough.  Please call 911 for emergencies.

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline or call 800-799-7233 or Text LOVEIS to 22522

  • VIP Mujeres – Free bilingual hotline (Spanish/English), as well as resources, temporary shelter and legal support. Call 800-664-5880. Their website has a ‘safe exit’ option if you share a computer with your abuser.

  • AVP provides education, counseling and support services to LGBTQ and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence. Call 212-714-1141

  • For people quarantined with an abuser, you may also call 800-942-6906

Medical care

  • Callen-Lorde: For medical questions or concerns, call 212.271.7200. For prescriptions, call 877.436.4352. Clinic hours are at 356 West 18th Street only from Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm (phone lines open until 5:00pm.)

  • APICHA: Hours of operation are 10 AM to 5 PM. All Walk-In visits are suspended. For urgent needs, call us at 212-334-6029 and you will be scheduled for a telemedicine visit. New patient will be offered televisits to access medical needs. The clinic address is 400 Broadway, New York, NY 10013.

  • Housing Works East New York: The Clinic remains open and is operating to full capacity of services during Covid-19,

    • Housing Works ENY- 2640 Pitkin Ave Brooklyn, NY, 11208. Call 718-277-0386 for more information

Housing

Effective Monday, March 16th at 5 pm housing court is pretty much closed as evictions and hearings are all suspended indefinitely. You can still access the court for illegal lockouts, housing code violations and repair orders.

  • Met Council on Housing Hotline 212-979-0611

  • Housing Court Answers’ Hotline 212-962-4795

  • Hotline for tenants: 212-979-0611

  • NYC Gov: 90 Day Residential/Commercial Eviction Halt

  • HUD: 60-day Foreclosure/Eviction Halt

  • Evictions paused for NYCHA Residents

  • NY Housing Courts Closed Indefinitely: Except landlord lockouts, repair orders & serious code violations

  • No penalty for tenants who fail to appear in court

  • Newly Filed Cases Adjourned for ~45 Days

  • Marshals not permitted to execute eviction warrants

  • No penalty for missed HRA appointments

Food services

COVID-19 has seriously affected many people’s ability to work and earn a living. If you are experiencing a shortage of food, the following organizations can help:

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