New Immigrants in NYC: Where To Find Shelter, Legal Help, Food and More
There are many organizations who are eager to help asylum seekers in New York City. Share this guide with others who are new to the city and need help finding housing, food, and lawyers.
Share this guide with immigrants who are new to NYC and need help finding housing, shelter, food, and lawyers.
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Asylum seekers who have arrived to the City since January 1, 2022, and can provide paperwork demonstrating that they entered the U.S. Southwest border, can also reach out to the Asylum Seeker Resource Navigation Center. The center can provide information and service referrals for enrolling in health insurance, mental health counseling, IDNYC and more. To schedule an appointment call (888) 744-7900.
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How immigrants can access shelter in NYC:You cannot reserve a spot at a shelter in advance. You have to show up to a shelter intake center in person and they will direct you to an available bed.
How to access your consulate:Most consulates have a direct contact for emergency situations. If you need your passport for an immigration court hearing, your consulate should be able to expedite your request.
Mental health support: You can always dial 988 to talk to someone for free if you are in a mental health crisis. Your information will always be kept confidential.
If you do not have identification:IDNYC is a card given by New York City that anyone can use as identification regardless of their immigration status. You can use this card to access city programs, like a reduced-fee Metro card.
If you have a disability:These organizations can help you if you have a disability. If you are staying in a shelter and have a disability, you are entitled to certain accommodations.
