🏡 Apoyo comunitario y asistencia familiar

Every family deserves the resources and support they need to thrive. In communities like Jackson Heights and across New York City, many families face tough situations, from securing housing to accessing food, legal aid, and more.

We’ve gathered a list of helpful resources to assist with food support, housing, immigration services, and financial aid. Whether you’re seeking immediate assistance or long-term help, these organizations are here to support you and your family every step of the way.

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🍽 Food Assistance in Jackson Heights & NYC

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• Elmcor Food Pantry – Free food distribution for Queens families.

  • 📍 Location: 107-20 Northern Blvd, Corona, NY 11368

  • 📞 Call: (718) 651-0096

• Make the Road NY – Food Assistance – Free meals, grocery distributions, and SNAP assistance for immigrant families.

  • 📍 Location: 92-10 Roosevelt Ave, Jackson Heights, NY 11372

  • 📞 Call: (718) 565-8500

• NYC Food Assistance Map – Find food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal distribution sites across NYC.

• City Harvest Mobile Markets – Free fresh produce available monthly in Queens and NYC.

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🏠 Housing & Rental Assistance

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• NYC Housing Connect – Apply for affordable housing in NYC.

• NYC Rent Freeze Program – Helps low-income seniors and people with disabilities freeze their rent and avoid increases.

• Coalition for the Homeless – Emergency shelter and housing support for families in need.

• Queens Community House – Housing Assistance – Support for tenants, rental assistance programs, and case management.

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🛂 Immigration & Legal Assistance

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• CUNY Citizenship Now! – Free legal services for NYC immigrants applying for citizenship or green cards.

• The Legal Aid Society – Free legal help for low-income New Yorkers, including tenants' rights, family law, and immigrant services.

• Make the Road NY – Immigration Legal Services – Support with DACA, work permits, and immigration applications.

• ActionNYC – Free Immigration Legal Help – Free, confidential immigration legal screenings and support.

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💰 Financial Assistance & Employment Resources

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• ACCESS NYC – Find and apply for over 30 government benefits, including SNAP (food stamps), cash assistance, and childcare support.

• NYC Free Tax Prep – Free tax preparation services for NYC residents earning $85,000 or less.

• LaGuardia Community College Workforce Programs – Free job training and career programs for NYC residents.

• NYC Small Business Services – Career training, job placement, and small business support.

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📚 Childcare & Family Support Services

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• NYC ACS Voucher Program – Financial assistance for childcare and afterschool programs.

• Queens Public Library Family Services – Free early childhood programs, parenting classes, and tutoring.

• Parent Helpline – The Foundling – Free guidance and emotional support for parents.

  • 📞 Call: 1-800-244-5373