Community Resources
Disclaimer: The Port Washington Public Library is providing this valuable information as a listing of local COVID-19 Relief Efforts. PWPL does not actively solicit donations on behalf of or endorse non-profit organizations.
- Island Harvest Food Bank: Donate and volunteer, Food pantries near Port Washington
- Long Island Cares food pantry locator (offers grocery delivery)
- Community Chest of Port Washington
- Helping Hand for Seniors will deliver groceries and household supplies to homebound residents. Info for residents and volunteers in the link.
- Port Washington Community Response Fund
Community Events
Local Election Information
- Port Washington Board of Education Candidates Virtual Forum
- Message from the Board of Trustees regarding the PWPL Budget and Trustee Vote
- Nassau County Board of Elections Information
Other Resources
Medicaid Enrollment Information
IRS Tax Filing Deadline Extended to July 15
Tax Filing Assistance via AARP
Unemployment Resources
For more information or assistance, please email reference@pwpl.org.
Mental Health Resources
- National Alliance of Mental Health Information and Resource Guide
- New York State’s Office of Mental Health
Hotlines
| Name | Number | Hours |
| New York State Office of Mental Health Emotional Support Line | 1-844-863-9314 | 8AM – 10PM Everyday |
| Nassau County Helpline | 516-227-8255 | 10AM – 11PM Everyday |
| Project Independence for people over 60 | 516-869-6311 | 9AM – 7PM Everyday |
| Long Island Crisis Center | 516-679-1111 | 24/7 |
Information about COVID-19
- Center for Disease Controls and Prevention (CDC)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- New York State Department of Health
- Nassau County Department of Health
- New England Journal of Medicine
- PWPL Health and Medicine Resources and Databases
Information on Contact Tracing English | Spanish
Here are some tutorials by library staff to make your own reusable cloth mask, with or without a sewing machine.
Eligibility for Testing (via New York State): Pre-register for testing using the online screening tool, call the hotline: 1-888-364-3065, or fill out the email form with specific questions.