COVID-19 Greene County and Surrounding arEa Resources
New York State COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline:
1-844-863-9314
The Emotional Support Line provides free and confidential support, helping callers experiencing increased anxiety due to the coronavirus emergency. The Help Line is staffed by volunteers, including mental health professionals, who have received training in crisis counseling.
For other NYS Coronavirus Resources: https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/covid-19-resources.html
Community Action of Greene County Emergency Food Bank
Funded through Emergency Food & Shelter National Board Program and the generosity of concerned churches, civic groups, schools, and individuals, Community Action of Greene County, Inc. operates an Emergency Food Pantry. Those requesting service are provided with a three-day supply of food, and are asked to complete an intake and brief interview. The consumer may then be referred to other supports within the agency or community that may be of assistance to them.
Monday, Thursday & Friday, 2:00pm-4:00pm
https://cagcny.org/emergency-assistance/
Healthcare Navigation - 518-822-9600 518-331-9910
Health Insurance advice & sign up for Affordable Care from the amazing Elaine
Prattsville Community Delivery - 518-291-3557
Food, Medications, & Essentials - 518-291-3557
Live Police Scanner-WGXC
Local Scanner with background music. Includes: Emergency vehicles, boats, planes and amature radio. Location: Catskill, NY. USA
https://partneraudio.wavefarm.org/thingularity.mp3
COVID-19 Artist Resources
ArtistRelief.org
To support artists during the COVID-19 crisis, a coalition of national arts grantmakers have come together to create an emergency initiative to offer financial and informational resources to artists across the United States.
Artist Relief will distribute $5,000 grants to artists facing dire financial emergencies due to COVID-19; serve as an ongoing informational resource; and co-launch the COVID-19 Impact Survey for Artists and Creative Workers, designed by Americans for the Arts, to better identify and address the needs of artists.
Deadline August 26th
Learn more by reviewing this FAQ. To apply, click here.
Artists’ Emergency Fund
A $50 grant for those in the arts in the local region needing immediate assistance purchasing basic needs such as food or gas. Applications can be picked up at
Hi-Lo, 365 Main St, Catskill NY or CREATE, 398 Main Street, Catskill, NY
Live From Quarantine
Live From Quarantine is a broadcast that aims to bring people closer in a time of social distancing. it is meant to fill the void created by the abrupt dissolution of events that artists depend on to pay rent, to eat, to LIVE.
The WEEKLY broadcast aims to show a glimpse into our lives right now and to share each other's company while keeping our distance.
Shows are Fridays at 8PM:
CV-19 DIY CULTURAL BROADCASTING EVENTS CALENDAR
A project by Hudson Valley sound artist Sarah Van Buren, this calendar is a programming schedule for musical performances, sound art, dance performances, dj sets, spoken word, zoom dance parties, theatrical performances, performance art, drag, vogue, virtual art exhibitions, live film or video, readings, virtual reality, multidisciplinary stuff ... the list goes on.
You can write diyculturalwebcasting@gmail.com for more information on submitting your event.
View the calendar here!
EXTERNAL RESOURCE LINKS
NEA
The National Endowment for the Arts share this list of COVID-19 Resources for Artists and Arts Organizations. The following organizations are providing frequently updated news and resources for artists and arts organizations.
https://www.arts.gov/covid-19-resources-for-artists-and-arts-organizations
NYSCA
See NYSCA’s COVID-19 Resources page
Creative Captial: Online Art Workshops, Grant Resources:
In times of crisis, artists are often among those most affected. In addition to health concerns, this is a challenging moment for many in our community as we deal with cancelled income and trying to make plans during uncertain times. Creative Capital has always been anchored by a rich spirit of community and mutual generosity, and we believe that continuing communication and exchange are crucial for all of us. As COVID-19 continues to spread across the United States, we have created a list of resources for artists working in all disciplines, as well as arts philanthropists, and arts professionals
The Vera List Center for Art and Politics - COVID-19 Resource toolkit for artists and extended communities.
https://veralistcenter.org/announcement/covid-19-resource-toolkit/