Amid pandemic, Texas relief agencies outreach to refugees
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Rescue Committee in Dallas had a plan — to encourage its clients to fill out the Census. Now the rescue committee and other groups are also making sure their clients — many of whom are refugees — have enough to eat and know how to stay safe.
City Sees Progress with Social Distancing as Mayor de Blasio Fights COVID-19
NEW YORK—Mayor de Blasio announced today that social distancing measures are helping the City fight COVID-19, according to three indicators tracking hospital admissions for suspected COVID-19 cases, ICU occupants in NYC Health + Hospitals facilities, and percent of city residents testing positive for the virus. “We can’t let the natural desire to go back to normal life interfere with our efforts to defeat the virus,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio. “This is not a battle we can fight alone; the choices ordinary New Yorkers are making at every hour of each day hold the key to fighting COVID-19.” Admissions for suspected COVID-19 cases at hospitals citywide continue to decline. Yesterday, on April 22, there were only 227 admissions citywide. Comparatively, on March 31, there were 850 admissions for suspected COVID-19 cases citywide The daily number of people in ICUs across NYC Health + Hospitals with suspected cases of COVID-19 continues to decline. On April 14, Health + Hospitals was at double its ICU capacity system wide, with approximately 887 individuals being treated in ICUs. That number is now 796. To alleviate the burden on NYC Health + Hospitals, the City has added ICU beds at facilities citywide, and surged military and volunteer personnel across the system. As the City continues to expand its testing capacity, the number of individuals testing positive for the virus at the City’s public health lab increased to 57% percent. The number of individuals being tested citywide in private labs decreased, however, to 33%. You can find these metrics https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-goals.page Additionally, in keeping with the commitment to feed all New Yorkers in need during the COVID-19 public health crisis, the Mayor and NYC COVID-19 Food Czar Kathryn Garcia announced plans to significantly increase the City’s supply and distribution of halal meals during Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, which begins today, Thursday, April 23. The City is prepared to serve over 500,000 meals during Ramadan via DOE grab-and-go meals and partnerships with community based organizations (CBOs). As part of this effort, the City will: Increase supply of halal meals at 32 DOE Grab & Go sites across all five boroughs with large Muslim populations by 25% This amounts to 400,000 meals In addition to the 32 receiving this increase, all 400+ sites will continue to have halal meals available Distribute an additional 150,000 meals in multi-meal pantry boxes to nine community-based organizations serving Muslim New Yorkers. These CBOs will then arrange bulk pick-up or delivery for the communities they serve. The community based organizations partnering in this effort are: ICNA Relief Apna/ICNA Relief Al-Madinah Incorporated Muslims Giving Back Muslim Women’s Institute for Research and Development (MWIRD) American Council of Minority Women Arab American Association of New York Council of People’s Organization Yemeni American Merchants Association (YAMA) The full list of school sites with increased Halal meals are listed at schools.nyc.gov/ramadanmeals. To date, the City’s effort to feed all New Yorkers has distributed nearly 7 million meals across multiple programs. Article Courtesy: nyc.gov
Scholars help U.S. Muslims tackle unforeseen situation
By Anwar Iqbal WASHINGTON: The coronavirus pandemic has created unprecedented fiqhi and spiritual issues for the Muslim community in the United States, says Dr Asif Hirani, an Islamic scholar helping the community deal with this crisis.
Groups step up to help neighbors during outbreak
From small business fundraisers to window sign drives and grocery giveaways, here’s how West Ridge neighbors are helping during the outbreak. By Joe Ward, Rogers Park, Edgewater, Uptown Reporter WEST RIDGE — With West Ridge having one of the largest coronavirus clusters in the state, residents and local groups are making sure their neighbors are equipped to handle the outbreak.
Food Boxes Donated to Healthcare Workers
The Islamic Circle of North America Relief organization will distribute 85 meals and food boxes worth $50 each, and thank you cards to healthcare workers on Friday, April 17 at the AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center GlenOaks (701 Winthrop Avenue, Glendale Heights Illinois 60139) from 5 pm to 9 pm.
West Ridge Groups Help Neighbors Impacted By COVID-19
WEST RIDGE — With West Ridge having one of the largest coronavirus clusters in the state, residents and local groups are making sure their neighbors are equipped to handle the outbreak.
West Ridge’s Refugee Center Seeks Donations, Volunteers
Demand for services at the Refugee Resource Center and Food Pantry is expected to skyrocket because of the virus outbreak. Joe Ward, Rogers Park, Edgewater, Uptown Reporter WEST RIDGE — A charity that helps refugees and other marginalized groups is seeking donations and volunteers to help its West Ridge food pantry serve more families during the coronavirus outbreak.
One Organization's Assistance to Neighbors in Need
By Asma, Neighbor As COVID-19 spreads like wildfire in our communities, low-income families are struggling the most. The elderly are at risk. Self-employed workers see their businesses dry up. This trial is unlike any other of our time for many reasons, most of all, because it affects everyone.
Coronavirus behind the wall, covid19 relief for small biz
FLASHPOINT WITH CHERRI GREGG, KYW Newsradio Host and KYW Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about coronvirus behind the wall.
