Support Resources for Senior Americans
The Eldercare Locator, a public service of the Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is a nationwide assistance service designed to help older persons and their caregivers locate local support resources for aging Americans. They offer… Continue reading
Family Assistance
You can connect to the Department of Justice’s OVC’s Family Assistance Call Center at 800-331-0075 or [www.responsecare.com] if you are a family member or a victim affected by the tragic events. The Office of Crime Victims asks that you not… Continue reading
Become A Journeyman
Getting a good job does not always mean that you must attend college or trade school, but no one will readily admit that. There are apprenticeship programs all over the country that will provide free on-the-job training – and you… Continue reading
Free Food for Long Islanders
Long Island Cares was founded in 1980 by the late singer/activist Harry Chapin in response to the immediate needs of hungry Long Islanders. Long Island Cares’ goals are to provide emergency food where and when it is needed and to… Continue reading
Catholic Charities
Over 14,000 local organizations offer a variety of services for many different communities including: child care, elderly services, emergency financial services, emergency shelter, food pantries, housing assistance, job training, out-of-home care, parenting education, youth services, rental assistance, utility assistance, and… Continue reading
Free DNA Testing For Victims’ Families
LabCorp, one of the world’s largest clinical laboratories, is offering free DNA testing for families of victims of the World Trade Center disaster. For an appointment or to locate one of LabCorp’s Patient Service Centers, call toll-free 1-888-520-6952
Website with Legislative Updates
The Library of Congress offers a service, called THOMAS, which posts current legislative information on the Internet. They have recently added a page for legislation, in both the House and the Senate, directly related to the events on September 11.… Continue reading
