The Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center has partnered with Share Meals, Hunger Free America, BetaNYC and Plentiful to compile the most current and accurate data for these resource guides, which are CONTINUALLY UPDATED.
THE RESOURCE GUIDES ARE MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH A COMMUNITY-WIDE EFFORT. IF YOU KNOW OF ANY CHANGES OR UPDATES TO THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL info@nycfoodpolicy.org. THANK YOU!
Table of Contents
- Coronavirus NYC Food Resource Guide: Queens Village
- Queens Village Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens
- Department of Education Meal Hubs (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Meals for Seniors (60-years-old and above)
- Supermarkets, Delis, Bodegas & Retail Food Stores (Offering Delivery)
- Supermarkets, Delis, Bodegas & Retail Food Stores (No Delivery)
- Farmers' Markets in Queens Village
- Shelters, Transitional Housing and Services for Homeless People in Queens Village
- Resources for Immigrants and Undocumented Individuals & Families
- Resources for People with Disabilities
- Citywide Non-Profit Organizations Offering Food Delivery and/or Mobile Markets
- Additional Resources for New Yorkers
- Case Management Services
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Official SNAP Enrollment Centers in NYC - Human Resources Association (HRA)
- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
- Organizations Providing WIC Services close to Queens Village (Please call rather than visiting)
Coronavirus NYC Food Resource Guide: Queens Village
As New York City faces increasing closures and changes to everyday life due to coronavirus (COVID-19), the HUNTER COLLEGE NYC FOOD POLICY CENTER aims to provide additional resources and support to community members whose lives are impacted by COVID-19.
Below is a resource guide with the following information: meals for children, meals for seniors, retail food stores and their delivery/benefits policies, local food pantries and soup kitchens, resources for homeless people, resources for immigrant populations and resources for people with disabilities.
The Center has also included citywide organizations and additional resources for New Yorkers, which are applicable to community members outside of Queens Village as well. If you have family, friends or co-workers in other neighborhoods, please refer to our website where we have published additional reports. Please always call the listed organizations before visiting to get the latest information about their services, as many are changing daily.
If you or someone you know has additional questions or is facing hunger or food insecurity please contact us at info@nycfoodpolicy.org or call the following organizations:
- USDA National Hunger Hotline (Hunger Free America): 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (para español); Monday through Friday (7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET)
- HRA’s Emergency Food Hotline: 866-888-8777
- Shelter or Temporary Housing Assistance: 3-1-1
Queens Village Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens
The Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center is collaborating with Plentiful: a completely free, easy-to-use reservation system for food pantries and the people they serve. Through their database, the information below is constantly updated with the latest opening hours and/or changes due to COVID-19.
Many pantries require identification but may be making exceptions under the COVID-19 pandemic. Please call to see if identification is required.
EMERGENCY HELP NEEDED: Millions of New Yorkers rely on food pantries and soup kitchens to survive. To date, ⅓ have closed in NYC due to COVID-19. They relied on retired seniors to volunteer and since seniors can no longer safely leave their homes, pantries are in desperate need of young and healthy volunteers.
VOLUNTEER TO SERVE EMERGENCY FOOD TODAY WITH IN IT TOGETHER NYC.
Esther Ministry of Mount Moriah AME Church - Moriah City Community Food Pantry
206-14 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
(516) 707-3693
Status: open
ID Required: no- Friday 3:00PM-5:00PM
- For the holiday this food pantry will be open on Thursday, April 1st instead of on Friday, April 2nd
Kerith SDA Church
230-11 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
Status: open
ID Required: unknown- Wednesday 5:30PM-6:30PM
Holy Temple Church, Inc.
136-25 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 276-4536
Status: open
ID Required: unknown- Saturday 11AM-12:30PM
Jamaica Queens Wesleyan Church
134-49 228th St, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 712-0335, (347) 949-3816
Status: open
ID Required: no- Saturday 12:00PM-2:00PM
Linden SDA Church Community Services
228-20 137th Ave, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 554-0744
Status: open
ID Required: no- Sunday 10:00AM-1:00PM
One Way Church Of Christ
21611 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 525-4260
Status: open
ID Required: yes- Saturday 10AM-1PM
- Saturday 11:30AM-2PM
- Entrance on 133rd St
Queens Faith Temple SDA Church
217-03 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(917) 603-9295
Status: open
ID Required: no- Sunday 2:00PM-4:00PM
V.E.T.S. Inc./Taurus Associates, Inc.
240-08 135th Ave, Queens, NY 11422
(646) 261-1973
Status: open
ID Required: yes
Kosher,Halal- Wednesday 3:00PM-5:00PM
- Basic photo ID needed to identify patron in case of language barrier
- Kosher and halal available depending on donations
Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Church of the Incarnation
89-28 207th St, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 465-8534
Status: open
ID Required: no- Friday 12:00PM-3:00PM
- Open to anyone in the neighborhood
BFFY-Our Lady Of Lourdes Outreach
92-96 220th St, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 479-0924, (718) 479-5111
Status: open
ID Required: yes- Monday 10:30AM-1:00PM
- Tuesday 9:30AM-12:00PM
- Wednesday 12:30PM-3:00PM
- By appointment only
- Serves people living in zip codes 11423, 11426, 11427, 11428, and 11429
- For new candidates: bring photo ID card, Medicare insurance, proof of address or proof social security in order to register
- If more than one person in household, IDs are required for all
Mount Sinai SDA Church
217-10 93rd Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 465-8988
Status: open
ID Required: unknown- Wednesday 5PM-7PM
Divine Truth Ministry
215-31 99th Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(516)-655-2661, (646) 302-8937, (516) 415-1192
Status: open
ID Required: no- Friday 6:00PM-7:30PM
Queens Village Hollis Avenue Congregational Church
211-04 Hollis Ave, Queens, NY 11429
Status: open
ID Required: no- Tuesday 11:00AM-1:00PM
Queensboro Temple SDA Church
96-50 222nd St, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 776-6135, (646) 539-8808
Status: open
ID Required: no- Wednesday 11:00AM-4:00PM
V.E.T.S. Inc., Hollis Gardens
202-14 Hollis Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(646) 261-1973
Status: open
ID Required: yes- Wednesday 2:00PM-5:00PM
- Thursday 3:00PM-5:00PM
- Basic photo ID needed to identify patron in case of language barrier
- Photo ID showing date of birth is required for Senior Silver Service
- Halal and kosher food options available sometimes
Walk-In Love Family Center
202-11 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(347) 563-8842
Status: open
ID Required: no- Wednesday 1:00PM-5:30PM
- Thursday
- Pantry opens at 1PM and closes either at 5:30PM or when food runs out, whichever comes first
- If food remains in-stock from Wednesday, the pantry opens again at 5PM on Thursday to give out the remaining food
- Must indicate how many people are in family when visiting food pantry
Queens Tabernacle Church
114-3 Colfax St, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 465-4448
Status: closed
ID Required: unknown- Saturday
First Presbyterian Church - Springfield Gardens
216-02 137th Ave, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 528-7744
Status: closed
ID Required: unknown- Wednesday 11AM-1:30PM
Gethsemane Soul Saving Station
145-41 228th St, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 949-8662
Status: closed
ID Required: unknown- Wednesday 1PM-2PM
St. Luke Baptist Church
133-28 232nd St, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 276-7066
Status: closed
ID Required: unknown- Wednesday 12:00PM-1:00PM
Department of Education Meal Hubs (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- To ensure everyone can access nutritious meals, the Department of Education’s Meal Hubs have expanded service to include all children and adults across the five boroughs.
- Sites will be serving grab-and-go meal service for adults and children and no one will be turned away.
- See menus for Breakfast and Lunch.
- No registration or identification required.
- All New Yorkers can pick up grab-and-go meals from meal hubs Monday to Friday between 3:00PM-5:00PM
- Take-out meals for students learning remotely will be available on school days only from 9:00AM-12:00PM. Find a take-out meal location near you.
- No one will be turned away at any time
- All adults and children can pick up three meals at one time.
- Vegetarian and halal options available at all sites.
- Parents/guardians CAN pick up meals without their children present
- Please check the DOE website for updates and search for Free Meals at the select public school buildings here or text “NYCFOOD” or “COMIDA” to 877-877.
- Meal Distribution Sites (3 Meals/Day) (Grab-and-Go)* Meal Hubs in Queens Village
Sites expected to be open today as of 11/05/2020 at 06:40AM, unless it is a holiday.
- P.S. 176 Cambria Heights
120-45 235 Street, Queens 11411
non-kosher, Fully Accessible - Community Voices Middle School
145-00 SPRINGFIELD BOULEVARD, Queens 11413
non-kosher, No Accessibility - P.S./ M.S.138 Sunrise
251-11 WELLER AVENUE, Queens 11422
non-kosher, Partially Accessible - Queens High School of Teaching, Liberal Arts and the Sciences
74-20 COMMONWEALTH BLVD, Queens 11426
non-kosher, Fully Accessible - Martin Van Buren High School
230-17 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens 11427
non-kosher, Partially Accessible - Jean Nuzzi Intermediate School
213-10 92 AVENUE, Queens 11428
non-kosher, No Accessibility
Meals for Seniors (60-years-old and above)
- General Food Assistance Resources
- Any New Yorker, including seniors, can visit nyc.gov/GetFood or call 311 and say “Get Food” for a list of key additional key resources:
- A list of locations of grab and go pick up of meals and pantry bags for seniors who have someone who can shop for them
- Information regarding how to apply for and use SNAP
- A portal to find out if you’re eligible for and enroll in Emergency Food Delivery
- Any New Yorker, including seniors, can visit nyc.gov/GetFood or call 311 and say “Get Food” for a list of key additional key resources:
- Additional Meal Delivery (see local list below for meal delivery providers)
- Meal delivery services work on a case-by-case basis and may offer breakfast, lunch and/or dinner depending on the case.
- Citymeals on Wheels delivers meals to seniors meeting the following criteria:
- Must be 60 years of age or older
- Must be unable to prepare nutritious meals or have no one to do so for you
- Must be able to live safely at home if services are provided to you
- Must be physically or mentally incapacitated and in need of some assistance
- Even if you receive home care or Medicaid, you are still eligible to get meals if the home care worker cannot prepare a meal to fit your dietary or religious restrictions, or if he or she is designated to assist only with other tasks.
- Click this link and enter your zip code at the bottom of the page to sign up, or call the organization at 212-687-1234.
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) at NYC Health + Hospitals / Kings County:
- The New York State Department of Health's Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) offers free, nutritious foods to seniors aged 60 years of age and older.
- Provides a free supplemental food package, once a month, to Senior citizens 60 years and older. Packages may include: cheese, canned vegetables and fruits, canned meats and fish, breakfast cereals, UHT and nonfat dry milk, fruit juices, rice, spaghetti, macaroni, whole grain rotini, peanut butter, dried beans.
- Who Can Apply for CSFP:
- Seniors 60 years of age or older
- To be eligible, applicants must have an income that falls within the CSFP guidelines established by the federal government, and be a resident of New York State.
- *How Do I Apply for CSFP: *To apply for the CSFP Program, please call a CSFP local agency provider nearest you for application information. Once each month you or your proxy will pick up your food at a convenient food distribution site. The CSFP local agency providers are listed below:
- Locations:
- New York Common Pantry: 423-438 E 138th St, Bronx, NY 10454
- (917) 982-2564
- Kings County Hospital Center: 840 Alabama Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
- (718) 498-9208
- Kings County Hospital Center: 91-29 143rd St, Jamaica, NY 11435
- (718) 523-2220
- New York Common Pantry: 423-438 E 138th St, Bronx, NY 10454
- Locations:
- GoGoGrandparent
- Allows use of Lyft or Uber without a smartphone.
- Step 1: Register for GoGo by clicking here or by calling 1 (855) 464-6872.
- Step 2: CALL 1 (855) 464-6872 and wait to hear: “Thanks for calling GoGo”
- Step 3:
- PRESS 1 to immediately request a Lyft or Uber to your home.
- PRESS 2 to request a Lyft or Uber to where we dropped you off last.
- PRESS 3, 4 or 5 to request a Lyft or Uber to a custom pick up location (once you’re registered please give us a call to set these up).
- PRESS 6 to request a Lyft or Uber with an operator.
- PRESS 7 to request meals delivered from local restaurants near you, by delivery services like DoorDash, GrubHub, Postmates, and Uber Eats.
- PRESS 8 to request groceries delivered from local supermarkets, by services like Instacart, Postmates, Shipt, and more.
- PRESS 0 to speak with an operator about scheduling requests in advance or anything else.
- GoGoGourmet: Meals delivered to the door of your home (855) 754-5328
- GoGoGroceries: Groceries, delivered to the door of your home (855) 222-4919
- The National Supermarket Association, in partnership with Lyft, is providing access to transportation for seniors in New York City
- Using the code NSARELIEF in the Lyft app, seniors will have access to $25 for rides to and from designated National Supermarket Association-affiliated supermarkets in the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Upper Manhattan during designated senior hours, between 5:30am and 9:30am.
- Uber started a service for senior citizens to order UberEats meal deliveries without the app by ordering food over the phone with a live Uber representative and getting it delivered to their door.
- Customers will only need a SMS or text-based phone to get started
- When they call 1-833-USE-UBER, a live team member will walk them through their options, take and place the order and dispatch a delivery driver for dropoff
- The service is available daily from 7AM to 9PM
- Gives full access to Uber’s NYC Eats restaurant partners and will include a tipping option (but with no delivery or service fees)
- PLEASE SCROLL DOWN to the section “Citywide Non-Profit Organizations Offering Food Delivery and/or Mobile Markets” FOR MORE MEAL DELIVERY OPTIONS
Special Supermarket Shopping Hours for Seniors Only
- Aldi
- 8:30AM-9:30AM is reserved for seniors, expectant mothers and those with underlying health concerns on Tuesdays and Thursdays*. *
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest Aldi
- Big Lots
- First shopping hour is reserved for senior citizens (65+) and those with underlying health concerns who feel they are most vulnerable to the virus. at-risk individuals.
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest Big Lots
- BJs Wholesale Club
- 8AM-9AM Monday, Wednesday, and Friday will be open for members who are 60 and over. Members 60 and over may use a designated entrance to the store.
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest BJ’s
- Dollar General
- First hour of opening for senior shopping only.
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest Dollar General
- Fairway Market
- 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. open to those 65 and older, those with increased susceptibility to serious illness, and expecting mothers
- See Store Finder Here for nearest Fairway Market
- Foodtown
- 7AM-8AM is reserved for customers 65 and older. ID is required.
- Food Bazaar
- Senior hours are offered daily 7AM-8AM
- Food Bazaar Store Locator
- Gristedes
- 7AM-8AM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is reserved for senior, immunocompromised and disabled customers.
- Key Food Supermarkets
- 7AM-8AM is open for seniors. Some stores may be offering hours for People with Disabilities, call a store near before visiting to find out their policy.
- Rite Aid
- 9AM-10AM is open for seniors and individuals with a weakened immune system.
- Stop and Shop
- 6:00 am – 7:30 am is reserved for senior customers (60+)
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest Stop and Shop
- Target
- First shopping hour on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings is reserved for seniors and those with underlying health conditions.
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest Target
- Trader Joe’s
- Either 8am to 9am or 9 am to 10 am (depending on the store), a special line for senior customers outside the store to ensure expedited service.
- See Store Finder Here for the nearest Trader Joe’s
- Whole Foods
- All Whole Foods Markets have dedicated shopping hours for seniors 60 and older, those with disabilities and high risk individuals. Find local store hours here
- Select Whole Foods Markets have dedicated grocery pickup for members 60 and older, those with disabilities and high risk individuals.
- Costco
- 9-10AM on Tuesday and Thursday for members 60 and older and people with disabilities or who are immunocompromised
- Exceptions:
- Brooklyn and Staten Island stores Senior Shopping Hours are 8-9AM, Mon-Fri
Supermarkets, Delis, Bodegas & Retail Food Stores (Offering Delivery)
This list below includes all retail food stores within the neighborhood from the New York State Retail Food Store Open Data and a Google Maps Places API search with keyword search terms “bakery, convenience store, deli, food, grocery, supermarket.”
- For delivery services such as DoorDash, Instacart, FreshDirect, GrubHub, Peapod, Postmates, Shipt, Seamless, Yelp and UberEats, an email address and credit card is required for registration.
- The listed apps do not accept SNAP (EBT) payments for delivery, but many retailers do IN-STORE.
- The SNAP Retailer Locator allows anyone to locate nearby SNAP-authorized retailers by entering a street address, city, and state, or zip code. Enter your starting location and select a retailer or map point to get details and directions
- Delivery fees range from around $0.99 to $10, but most fees are waived if you spend over $10 or $15 in the app (for independent grocers, this may be higher)
- Many delivery services are flooded and there may be extra long wait times, unavailable products and/or no delivery possible.
The Food Policy Center team is in the process of verifying the status of any retail food store listed without a phone number.
Please call stores before visiting, as their services (take-out, delivery, benefits such as SNAP) may be changing frequently due to COVID-19.
7-Eleven
254-02 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 343-2257- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP/WIC accepted
- Delivery available 24/7 by 7NOW app (should arrive within 30 minutes). Use code 711TREAT for $7 off your first order.
- Delivery radius: 1.5 miles
- Delivery fee: Orders below $15 have a fee of $1.99
Glen Oaks Deli and Grocery
253-01 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 347-9432- SNAP accepted, cold food only
- Delivery available by Grubhub
Walgreens
25501 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 470-6100- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by Door Dash
CVS
206 09 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 276-8400- Saturday-Sunday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP accepted
No additional information available, please call before visiting.
Rite Aid
222-14 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 949-3000- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- Monday-Friday 9:00AM-10:00AM: Senior Shopping Hours
- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-9:00PM: Pharmacy Hours
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by visiting store website
7-Eleven
224-01 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 712-3046- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP/WIC accepted
- Delivery available 24/7 by 7NOW app (should arrive within 30 minutes). Use code 711TREAT for $7 off your first order.
- Delivery radius: 1.5 miles
- Delivery fees: Orders below $15 have a fee of $1.99
Best Deli
147-45 182nd St, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 995-2301- Monday-Friday 5:00AM-4:00PM
- Saturday 6:00AM-1:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
- Delivery available by phone
- Delivery radius: local
- Delivery minimum: $5
Key Food Supermarket
22501 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 949-3981- Monday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- Sunday 7:00AM-7:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by Instacart
- Delivery radius: within store zip code
Key Food Supermarket
225-01 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 949-3981- Monday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- Sunday 7:00AM-7:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by Instacart and visiting store website
Stop & Shop
134-40 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 525-0600- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by Peapod
- Delivery radius: throughout NYC
- Delivery minimum: per Peapod
- Delivery fee: As low as $2.95 with discounts, otherwise $6.95 for orders over $100, $9.95 for orders $60-$99.99
Walgreens
21914 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 712-7895- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-11:00PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by visiting store website
Braddock Pharmacy
236-01a Braddock Ave , Queens, NY 11426
(718) 347-1516- Monday-Friday 10:00AM-7:00PM
- Saturday 10:00AM-3:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted
No additional information available, please call before visiting.
CVS
251 21 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(516) 488-3998Elim Deli Grocery
246-19 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(516) 246-1954- Sunday-Saturday 6:30AM-8:00PM
- Delivery minimum: $30
Friend's Gourmet Deli
24505 Jericho Tpke, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 347-8585- Monday-Friday 6:00AM-9:00PM
- Saturday 6:00AM-7:00PM
- Sunday 6:00AM-5:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
- Delivery available by phone, Grubhub, Uber Eats, and Door Dash
- Delivery radius: 3-4 miles
- Delivery minimum: $12
Jason Deli
241-17 Braddock Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 343-6161- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-4:30PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
- Delivery available by Uber Eats
Preet Super Bazar
23614 Braddock Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 347-0007- SNAP accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by phone
- Curbside pickup available
Key Food Supermarket
220-46 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 454-3814- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-8:00PM: Store Hours
- Monday-Saturday 7:00AM-8:00AM: Senior Shopping Hours
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by Instacart
Winchester Deli
23320 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 464-2362- Monday-Friday 6:00AM-10:00PM
- Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM
- Sunday 8:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP accepted, cold food only
- Delivery available by Grubhub and Uber Eats
Food Universe Marketplace
222-51 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 464-7208- Monday-Saturday 7:30AM-9:00PM
- Sunday 7:30AM-8:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by phone
- Delivery radius: local
- Delivery minimum: $50
Key Food Supermarket
213-22 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 468-8440- Sunday-Saturday 7:30AM-8:30PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted
- Delivery available for in-store purchases only
- Delivery radius: within neighborhood
- Delivery minimum: $25
- Delivery fee: $5
Compare Foods Supermarket
206-16 Hollis Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 736-6580- Sunday-Saturday 7:30AM-9:30PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted
- Delivery available for in-store purchases only
- Delivery minimum: $50
CVS
206-09 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 276-8400- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
- Delivery available 24/7 by Shipt
- Delivery radius: see the coverage map here
- Delivery fees: Orders under $35 have a $7 delivery fee. Orders over $35 have free delivery.
Rite Aid
218-35 Hempstead Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 465-8046- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- Monday-Friday 9:00AM-10:00AM: Senior Shopping Hours
- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-10:00PM: Pharmacy Hours
- SNAP accepted in-store only
- Delivery available by visiting store website
Supermarkets, Delis, Bodegas & Retail Food Stores (No Delivery)
_This list below includes all retail food stores within the neighborhood from the New York State Retail Food Store Open Data and a Google Maps Places API search with keyword search terms “bakery, convenience store, deli, food, grocery, supermarket.” _
The Food Policy Center team is in the process of verifying the status of any retail food store listed without a phone number.
Please call stores before visiting, as their services (take-out, delivery, benefits such as SNAP) may be changing frequently due to COVID-19.
7-Eleven
253-02 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 831-5439- Sunday-Saturday 5:00AM-12:00AM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
Al-Zahiba Halal Meat & Fish Market
260-08 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 343-0000- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP/WIC accepted
- Curbside pickup available by phone
Apna Bazar Cash & Carry
260-04 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 343-2536- SNAP accepted
Azaan Halal Meat & Grocery
259-05 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 347-6786- Sunday-Saturday 9:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted
- Curbside pickup available by phone
CVS
254 05 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 347-7313- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Key Food Supermarket
259-01 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 831-6227- Monday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM
- Sunday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted
Premium Supermarket
25611 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11004
(718) 343-1848- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-11:00PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
Batista Mini Grocery
21012 Murdock Ave, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 736-0689Farmbria Food Center
217-20 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 723-9000- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-8:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
Healthy Living Food Store
225-14 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 413-5334- Monday-Saturday 9:30AM-7:30PM
- Sunday 10:30AM-3:30PM
- SNAP accepted
Oskar's Shop Inc
22505 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411San Francisco Deli Grocery
22201 Linden Blvd, Queens, NY 11411
(718) 525-1111- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted
- Curbside pickup available by phone
3 Hands Deli
220-26 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 749-5805- Sunday-Saturday 6:00AM-1:00AM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
131-21 Stop One Deli & Grocery
131-21 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 276-7590- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted in-store only
136 Deli & Grill
135-33 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 528-5900- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted in-store only
Abn Stop One Grocery
143-45 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 978-8208- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
Arrow Deli Grocery
186-02 122nd Ave, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 723-3178- Monday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM
- Sunday 8:00AM-8:30PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted
Family Dollar
231-38 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 414-6611- Saturday-Sunday 8:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted
GNM Deli & Grocery
228-01 147th Ave, Queens, NY 11413- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP accepted
- No contact information available
Great Supermarket
222-16 144th Ave, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 723-1444- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
Health Conscious
231-22 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 712-7740- Monday-Saturday 9:30AM-7:00PM
- SNAP accepted
J & Y Springfield Deli Market
223-14 S Conduit Ave, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 481-9289- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:30PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
Jasmine Mini Mart
232-07 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(917) 572-7677- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP accepted
King Farm
227-01 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 723-2488King's Brother Farm
22701 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 723-2488Laurelton Mini Mart
224-03 141st Ave, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 977-9300Merrick African-Carribean
232-04 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 341-3509- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Mikes Meat Market
218-22 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 528-2987- Tuesday-Saturday 9:00AM-5:30PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
Ronnie Ron Deli
134-47 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413- No contact information available
Ronnie Ron Deli Inc
134-47 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11413- No contact information available
Springfield 136th Deli
136-35 Springfield Blvd , Queens, NY 11413
(718) 341-9040- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
Tropics Seafood Market
227-3 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11413
(718) 341-2477- Monday-Thursday 9:00AM-6:00PM
- Friday, Saturday 9:00AM-7:30PM
- Sunday 9:00AM-4:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
- Curbside pickup available by phone
- Seniors and people with disabilities can call in advance for assistance
Adames Deli Grocery
250-13 Hook Creek Blvd, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 341-7945- Monday-Friday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- Sunday 8:00PM-7:00PM
- SNAP accepted
Dollar Tree
248-56 Rockaway Blvd, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 807-3032- Saturday-Sunday 8:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
Juana Francisca Deli
136-40 Hook Creek Blvd, Queens, NY 11422June Fish
143-65 243rd St, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 489-2799- Monday-Saturday 10:00AM-7:00PM
- SNAP accepted
Ramar Food Center
144-05 243rd St, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 949-9160- Monday-Saturday 6:30AM-9:30PM
- Sunday 6:30AM-8:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
Rosedale African & Caribbean
143-71 243rd St, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 276-5500- Sunday-Saturday 10:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Two Hand Deli Grocery
233-14 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 949-0272- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted
24 Hours Mini Mart
248-27 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 962-2849- Monday-Saturday 6:00AM-12:00AM
- Sunday 7:00AM-12:00AM
Al Habib Halal Meat Market & Grocery
25202 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 343-7070- Sunday-Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Braddock Super Bazar
23708 Braddock Ave, Queens, NY 11426Green Woven Earth
8552 253rd St, Queens, NY 11426
(347) 548-4521Indian Bazzar
92-3 Gettysburg St, Queens, NY 11426Luxmi Foods
24025 Braddock Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 343-7789- Sunday-Saturday 1:30PM-5:00PM
Maharaja Farmers Market
249-12A Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 347-2111- Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-11:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Maharaja Supermarket
248-13 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 343-3900- Sunday-Saturday 10:00AM-8:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted
MiniMart Deli
248-27 Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 962-2849- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted
Patel Brothers
251-08 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 470-1356- Sunday-Saturday 9:00AM-8:30PM
- SNAP accepted
Super Halal Meat
253-06 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11426
(516) 326-2422- Sunday-Saturday 10:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
CVS
219 39 89th Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 479-3774- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP/WIC accepted in-store only
Dollar Value Plus
214-29 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 598-1858- Sunday-Thursday 10:00AM-8:00PM
- Friday, Saturday 10:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Food Farm Supermarket
89-61 Francis Lewis Blvd, Queens, NY 11427- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-10:00PM: Store Hours
- No contact information available
JD Foods
219-17 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 479-3332- Sunday-Saturday 6:00AM-9:00PM
John's Farm Market
216-20 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 776-2700- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted
New Giant Farm
211-14 Hillside Ave, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 776-3222- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted
Queens Village Deli Grocery
21844 Hillside Ave #A, Queens, NY 1142799c Plus & Deli Grocery
215-12 91st Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 749-5458Apple Tree Markets Inc
21601 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Asia Deli Grocery
217-01 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 740-1523- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted
Baile Grocery
22215 Braddock Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 468-3665- Monday-Thursday 11:30AM-9:00PM
- Friday-Saturday 11:30AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted
- Curbside pickup available by phone
Bourdier Grocery
9056 210th St, Queens, NY 11428Braddock Deli & Grocery
222-15 Braddock Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 468-3665- Sunday-Saturday 6:30AM-10:00PM
- SNAP accepted
Fish Market
219-17 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428Jamaica King Deli
218-29 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(347) 548-4511Jey-Six Minimarket
212-40 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428M & A Convenience Store
21550 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428Portuguese American Deli
22017 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 464-8321- SNAP/WIC not accepted
- Takeout available
Sharma Deli & Grocery Inc
9041 Springfield Blvd, Queens, NY 11428Union Deli and 99c Plus Grocery
21514 91st Ave, Queens, NY 11428Village Deli
21713 Jamaica Ave, Queens, NY 114287 & 7 Deli & Grill
111th Rd, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 468-1110- Monday-Friday 6:00AM-1:00AM
- Saturday 7:00AM-1:00AM
- Sunday 7:00AM-12:00AM
- SNAP accepted, cold food only
Estevez Grocery
10401 Francis Lewis Blvd, Queens, NY 11429Famous Colfax Deli Grocery
21154 Murdock Ave, Queens, NY 11429Good Guys Deli & Grocery
207-22 Hollis Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 776-2525- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted
Hollis Deli Corporation
20602 Hollis Ave, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 740-5566- Sunday-Saturday: Open 24/7
- SNAP accepted
Mike's Corner Store and Deli
103-18 217th St, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 962-4464- Temporarily closed until further notice
Ocean Fish Market
220-10 Hempstead Ave, Queens, NY 11429Ro Francis Lewis Deli
Francis Lewis Blvd, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 217-1807- Sunday-Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM
- SNAP/WIC not accepted
Walgreens
10962 Francis Lewis Blvd, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 740-4612- Sunday-Saturday 6:00AM-12:00AM
- SNAP accepted in-store only
- Curbside pickup available
Farmers' Markets in Queens Village
To ensure the below farmers's markets are open, please call or check the listed websites for the most up-to-date information.
Many farmers' markets accept cash, SNAP/EBT, debit/credit, WIC and Senior FMNP coupons. They may also offer Health Bucks for EBT users -- for every $5 spent in EBT, customers receive a $2 Health Buck coupon to purchase additional fruits and vegetables. For an updated list of farmers' markets near you (including days/hours of operation) visit nyc.gov/health and search "farmers markets."
*During the winter season, markets accept Health Bucks but may not distribute them.
- Queens County Farm Museum Farm Stand at Jamaica Hospital
Jamaica Ave & Van Wyck Expwy, S Service Rd, Queens, NY 11004- Friday 10:00AM-3:00PM
- Queens County Farm Museum Weekday Farmstand
73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens, NY 11004- Monday-Saturday 11:00AM-3:00PM
- Queens County Farm Museum Weekend Farmstand
73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Queens, NY 11004- Saturday, Sunday 11:00AM-3:00PM
Shelters, Transitional Housing and Services for Homeless People in Queens Village
Many organizations that normally require proof of residence or ID are making exceptions due to coronavirus and extending services to people who are homeless or in crisis without documentation.
Below is a list of shelters, transitional housing and services for homeless people in the Queens Village area. The NYC Food Policy Center will be continuously calling to check openings.
Please call before visiting in case of changes.
Also find shelter in NYC through the Coalition for the Homeless, Project STAY and ShelterList. Call the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) 24-hour hotline for additional direction: (212)-361-0584, or the Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) office, also 24/7 at 917-521-3900.
Bernard M. Fineson Developmental Disabilities Services Office
80-45 Winchester Blvd, Administrative Program Building, Queens, NY 11428
(718) 217-4242- Services offered: Free disability services and supported housing
- Services affected by COVID-19:
- Current residents continue to receive care and education
- All on-site day habilitation, pre-vocational and day training services have been suspended
- Visitation is now extended to home visits while following guidelines
- Additional information:
- For new referrals, please contact the listed phone number or (718) 217-6485
Resources for Immigrants and Undocumented Individuals & Families
The resources below come primarily from A Guide to Community-Based Organizations for Immigrants
While many food pantries and soup kitchens require ID under normal circumstances (COVID-19 may affect), some organizations are making exceptions for the state of emergency and extending their services to everyone in need, regardless of documentation.
Please call or email before visiting for updates about their services.
The following resources offer services for which ID/official residence is never required:
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New York
- Languages: English, Spanish
- 1011 First Avenue, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10022
- Helpline: (888) 744-7900, Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm
- Service delivery model has been transitioned to a telephonic model and we continue to serve the most vulnerable New Yorkers. If you need help, please call the Catholic Charities Helpline at 1-888-744-7900, Mon - Fri 9AM to 8PM
- Food pantry locations are open and provide “grab and go” bags so that New Yorkers will not go hungry during this “stay at home”. In East Harlem, our food pantry is packing bags of food for delivery to homebound seniors. For more information, contact us at CCFOOD@ARCHNY.ORG or the Food Hotline at 646-457-9730 for all food related inquiries.
- Bronx Center: 402 E 152 Street, between Melrose and 3rd Avenues
- Wednesday: 11 am to 3 pm
- Thursday: 10 am to 1 pm
- Friday from 10 am to 1 pm
- Kennedy Center: 34 W 134 St, Between Lenox and 5th Ave -- entrance through W 135 Street
- Wednesday: 9 am to 1 pm
- St. Cecilia Pantry: 125 E 105 St between Park and Lexington Ave, Manhattan
- Wednesday: 9 am to 12 noon
- St. Augustine: 1168 Franklin Ave between 167 and 168 St. Bronx
- Monday: 9 am to 12 noon
- Thursday: 2 pm to 4 pm
- Bronx Center: 402 E 152 Street, between Melrose and 3rd Avenues
- Eviction prevention services also continue to operate and are working to prevent the accrual of rent arrears. For more information, please call the Catholic Charities Helpline at 1-888-744-7900
- Immigration Division has been able to implement seminars and distribute critical information via electronic means, and our attorneys are still accompanying clients to those courts that remain open. For more information, please call the New Americans Hotline, 1-800-566-7636, Mon - Fri 9AM - 8PM, Sat-Sun 9AM - 5PM
Damayan Migrant Workers Association
- Languages: English, Tagalog
- 406 West 40th St. 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10018
- Phone: (212) 564-6057
- Helps labor trafficking survivors develop escape plans, secure emergency housing and financial assistance, access social and legal services, find employment, and facilitate family reunifications. Also engages in community and organizing for fair labor standards and labor trafficking.
Refugee Services Refugee Services (RS) within the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is the single state agency responsible for the implementation of services to refugees.
- Find a program for refugees here.
- Contact RS for information about services at (518) 402-3096.
Immigrant Rights and Services: Public Benefits Available to Immigrants Many important services and benefits are available to all people, regardless of immigration status. Some of these services are for emergency needs. The services listed below are available to all people, including undocumented immigrants.
- Children under 19 are eligible for health insurance under the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP),
- Pregnant women, children under 5 years of age, and mothers of babies up to 6 months old (or 12 months if breastfeeding) are eligible for nutrition education, nutritious food and breastfeeding support under Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC),
- Prenatal care for pregnant women under the Prenatal Care Assistance Program (PCAP),
- Emergency medical care, including ambulance service,
- Domestic violence counseling,
- Immunizations,
- HIV testing and counseling,
- Emergency shelter,
- Poison control hotline,
- Food pantry services,
- Child welfare and foster care services,
- Public school education,
- School breakfast and lunch programs,
- Senior services and senior center programs provided by the Department for the Aging,
- Services that protect against consumer fraud provided by the Department of Consumer Affairs,
- Protection against discrimination provided by the Human Rights Commission,
- Services and facilities provided by the Department of Parks and Recreation,
- Services provided by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene,
- Public library services and special events,
- Public transportation,
- Police protection, and
- Fire protection. If you are facing deportation and need a lawyer, you may ask for a lawyer by calling the State Office of New Americans Hotline at (800) 566-7636
The following are some benefits that only U.S. citizens and immigrants with certain legal status that are “lawfully present” can receive:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI),
- Food stamps,
- Cash assistance,
- Public housing,
- Section 8 Housing vouchers, and
- Medicaid (non-emergency).
Services for Immigrants and Undocumented Individuals/Families Close to Queens Village
There are no specific services for immigrants and undocumented individuals and families found in this neighborhood. Please refer to city-wide services listed above and the Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center’s other neighborhood resource guides to find the closest services to you.
Resources for People with Disabilities
Coronavirus is putting immense pressure on mobile and delivery services throughout New York City. Below are resources for people with disabilities who may already rely on these systems and/or need extra support during this time. Please call or email before visiting for updates about their services.
Center for Independence of the Disabled NY
- Currently with customers via telephone only.
- Manhattan office: 212-674-2300.
- Queens office: 646-442-1520.
- If they are unable to speak with you when you call, they will return all messages as soon as they are able.
- ASL-speaking consumers can call the Manhattan office VP line at 646-350-2681 or the Queens VP line at 347-905-5088.
- Coronavirus update
- Food access
- Transportation and Access-A-Ride
Crisis Services/Mental Health: Mobile Crisis Teams A mobile crisis team is a group of health professionals, such as nurses, social workers and psychiatrists, who can provide mental health services, primarily in people’s homes.
- To request a team, call NYC Well at (888) NYC-WELL (888-692-9355)
Helping Hands for the Disabled of NY
- Action Line: We are here for you 9am – 9pm, seven days a week at 718-606-9712
- Food Pantry Available for Disabled People: We can bring food to you. 718-606-9712
NYC Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities
- Can be reached by calling 311.
- Coronavirus Information ASL Video
- Emergency Preparedness
- Housing
- Social Services & Benefits
NYC Mayor’s Office: Disability Service Facilitators Contact Information with EMAIL ADDRESSES and/or ASL VIDEO PHONES which may be helpful for people who are unable to hear and/or speak
- NYC Mayor’s Office
- Ms. Noel Haight
- Voice Phone: 212-788-2548
- ASL Video Phone: 646-396-5830
- Email: MOPD_DSF@cityhall.nyc.gov
- Department of Health & Mental Hygiene:
- Jorge Martinez, Esq
- Voice Phone: 347-396-6067
- Email: jmartin4@health.nyc.gov
- Department for the Aging
- Kim Hernandez
- Voice Phone: 212-602-4197
- Email: khernandez@aging.nyc.gov
- Department of Homeless Services
- Elizabeth A. Iannone
- Voice Phone: 929-221-6617
- Email: disabilityaffairs@hra.nyc.gov
- Department of Transportation
- Denise Ramirez
- 55 Water St.
- New York, NY 10041
- Voice Phone: 212-839-3260
- Email: MobilityManagement@dot.nyc.gov
Office for People with Developmental Disabilities: The Front Door The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
- The first step: Determine eligibility
- If eligible to receive services: Begin planning process
- Support and service options available: residential, employment, day habilitation, children’s services and aging services.
Contact the OPWDD regional office that covers your county (Manhattan 646-766-3220) to access the Front Door, or call the OPWWD Info Line at 1-866-946-9733.
Olmstead Rights: New York Disability Resources and Advocacy Organizations
- Links to government agencies and disability rights organizations in New York.
Services for People with Disabilities in Queens Village
SNAP Brookville Neighborhood Senior Center
133-33 Brookville Blvd, Suite LL5, Queens, NY 11422
(718) 525-8899- Services affected by COVID-19:
- Facilities are temporarily closed until further notice
- No longer delivering meals, but willing to assist via phone, Monday - Friday, 8:30AM-4:30PM. If calling after business hours, leave message with x103.
- Or, call (347) 463-7331 (asst. director's number) or (917) 584-0561 (social worker's number) and you will be helped to sign up for food delivery
- Services affected by COVID-19:
Queens Centers for Progress - Bellerose
249-16 Grand Central Pkwy, Queens, NY 11426
(718) 279-9404- Services offered: A program offering adults ages 21+ with developmental disabilities with diagnostic, treatment center and community-based habilitation services
- Services affected by COVID-19:
- Limited services. For inquiries, please contact number listed or QCP's Main Center at (718) 380-3000.
Queens Village Jamaica Wellness and Recovery Center
80-45 Winchester Blvd, Building 73, Queens, NY 11427
(718) 264-3950- Services offered: Psychiatric center providing adults with outpatient mental health services, medication management, counseling, and linkages to other mental health services.
- Additional information:
- Hours:
- Monday - Wednesday, 8:00AM-8:00PM
- Thursday - Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM
- Hours:
Innovative Resources for Independence (IRI) - Community Habilitation
112-40 Francis Lewis Blvd, Queens, NY 11429
(718) 805-6796- Services offered: Offers services to people with developmental disabilities by referral only. Must qualify through OPWDD. For inquiries, please contact number listed.
- Services affected by COVID-19:
- The Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has set up a section of the website that is specifically focused on guidance and announcements related to COVID-19, found here.
- Services have been impacted and modified, such as at-home services.
- Additional information:
- Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9AM-5PM
Citywide Non-Profit Organizations Offering Food Delivery and/or Mobile Markets
- GetFoodNYC: a meal delivery program created by the City of New York to assist New Yorkers who are unable to access food themselves during COVID-19.
- Apply here by creating an account. Call 311 if you need help creating an account.
- Intended for individuals and families affected by COVID-19 who meet the following criteria:
- No members of the household can go out and get food because they are at increased medical risk or homebound
- No neighbors or family members can go out and get food for you
- Do not receive meal assistance from other providers (such as: Meals on Wheels or God's Love We Deliver); and
- You are unable to afford meal delivery or grocery delivery
- Households may place an order once every two days.
- Each order contains 4 meals per person in the household. No household will receive more than 8 meals per delivery.
- City Harvest: Mobile markets are still operating throughout the city. Please click here to find a mobile market in your neighborhood.
- CityMeals on Wheels: Deliver meals to eligible New Yorkers over 60 years old.
- Eligibility Requirements here.
- Require a Case Manager to coordinate services
- COVID-19 response
- God’s Love We Deliver: Deliver meals to eligible New Yorkers who are too sick to cook or shop for themselves.
- Eligibility Requirements and Application Information here.
- Require a Medical Provider to sign the application for services.
- COVID-19 response: Sending all clients shelf-stable bags
- Twitter Updates
- Invisible Hands Deliver: A program delivering groceries and other essential items to populations vulnerable to COVID-19.
- To request a delivery, use the form online or call (732) 639-1579 to request a delivery via phone
- GoGo: GoGo turns on demand transportation companies like Lyft into services that can be accessed and monitored without a smartphone. You can order take-out food and/or groceries with GoGoGourmet and GoGoGroceries (see below). You may also request special accessibility services through GoGoGrandparent, though you do not have to be a senior (just 18+ years of age).
- Step 1: Register for GoGo by clicking here or by calling 1 (855) 464-6872.
- Step 2: CALL 1 (855) 464-6872 and wait to hear: "Thanks for calling GoGo"
- Step 3:
- PRESS 1 to immediately request a Lyft or Uber to your home.
- PRESS 2 to request a Lyft or Uber to where we dropped you off last.
- PRESS 3, 4 or 5 to request a Lyft or Uber to a custom pick up location (once you're registered please give us a call to set these up).
- PRESS 6 to request a Lyft or Uber with an operator.
- PRESS 0 to speak with an operator about scheduling requests in advance or anything else.
- GoGoGourmet: Meals delivered to the door of your home (855) 754-5328
- GoGoGroceries: Groceries delivered to the door of your home (855) 222-4919
- Meals on Wheels America: Deliver meals to eligible Network of over 5,000 independently run local programs
- Search for participating locations near you here. Requirements and eligibility vary from location to location. Some locations may also provide additional services, including pet food and medical supply delivery services.
- GrowNYC Fresh Food Boxes: seasonal produce well below retail prices
- Visit a Fresh Food Box site near you (see bullets below)
- Pay $14 (or $15 at workplace sites) in cash, credit/debit, EBT/SNAP, or Health Bucks for next week’s share
- Return the following week to pick up your share: 10-15 pounds of fresh, high-quality produce
- All Fresh Food Box sites accept SNAP/EBT and Health Bucks
- SUSPENDED: Hunter College, Brooklyn Army Terminal, 1 Centre Street, and Department of Health.
- OPEN (operating outdoors):
- Lenox Hill Neighborhood House: 70th Street & 1st Avenue, 1st Avenue Entrance
- Project H.O.P.E.: 854 Hunts Point Avenue
- Family Health Center of Harlem: Now operating at East Harlem Health Action Center (below)
- East Harlem Health Action Center: 158 E 115th Street
- Uptown Grand Central: Southwest corner of 125th Street & Park Avenue
- Montefiore: 871 Prospect Ave, Bronx (Friday's, 2-5pm)
- See GrowNYC updates here.
- Mutual Aid Groups:** **Click here to find the closest mutual aid group to you:
- Request help online or call the Mutual Aid NYC Hotline
- GrowNYC Farmers Markets and Youthmarkets: offering seasonal, fresh produce, for New York City residents. Locate a market near you here; most accept EBT/SNAP and Health Bucks
- Deemed essential businesses, GrowNYC reconfigured 80+ food access sites to keep them open and safe for shoppers, producers, and staff.
- Working with community partners to deliver free Fresh Food Boxes to low income New Yorkers who are undocumented, unemployed, or struggling in high need neighborhoods.
- Building out distance learning resources to continue to support educators and the general public as learning spaces move remote.
- Many Greenmarket producers are offering a variety of ways to purchase their products, from allowing customers to pre-order and pick up at a market, to direct home delivery and shipping products from their online stores. All of that information is available in one place at GrowNYC Greenmarket Alternative Sales Directory 2020.
- See GrowNYC updates here.
- Common Pantry: Providing takeaway meals for hot breakfast and dinner programs
- To sign up for the Nourish program, visit either our Manhattan or Bronx locations
- 8 East 109th Street, East Harlem
- Monday-Friday at 2:30PM, hot meals
- Saturday-Sunday at 4-5PM, Brown Bag lunches
- 1290 Hoe Avenue, Bronx
- Thursday and Friday at 10AM-2PM
- Saturday at 10AM-2PM
- For additional questions about services contact NYCPServices@nycommonpantry.org
- 8 East 109th Street, East Harlem
- Farms That Are Delivering: A database of farms nation-wide that are delivering locally and across the country.** **
- Meat, produce, and dairy that can be ordered for purchase and delivery online
Additional Resources for New Yorkers
Case Management Services
- See hitesite to locate a Case Management Agency near you
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- SNAP provides food assistance for eligible New Yorkers. SNAP benefits can be used to purchase fresh produce and groceries at participating stores and online retailers.
- All in-person Human Resource Administration (HRA) Appointments are CANCELLED.
- All SNAP application and recertification interviews can now be done online/by phone.
- Apply for SNAP online at www.nyc.gov/accesshra or by smart phone with the ACCESS HRA app. After you submit your application, complete your eligibility interview by calling 718-SNAP-NOW (718-762-7669) anytime between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
- If you cannot get SNAP benefits quickly enough and need urgent help, please call the Emergency Food Hotline at 866-888-8777. SNAP Application:
- Apply online for SNAP here.
- To locate a SNAP center near you click here. If you were already in the process of applying for SNAP:
- Your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) case will stay open EVEN if you DO NOT….
- Complete your eligibility interview in person if one was scheduled. You can still complete your eligibility interview by phone by calling 718-SNAP-NOW (718-762-7669) anytime between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
- Submit your 6-month periodic report. Please submit all required documents through the ACCESS HRA app’s mobile document upload feature.
- Meet the Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD) work requirements
Official SNAP Enrollment Centers in NYC - Human Resources Association (HRA)
There is at least one SNAP enrollment center location open in each of the five boroughs at this time. Please call rather than visiting:
- Bronx - Crotona S46*
- 1910 Monterey Avenue, 5th Fl., Bronx, NY 10457
- Phone: 929-252-7436 | Fax: 917-639-1107
- Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
- This center includes a children's area that does not provide supervision.
- Brooklyn - Clinton Hill #67
- 495 Clermont Ave, Brooklyn NY 11238
- Phone: 929-221-2809 | 929-221-1568
- Fax: 917-639-2511 | HDU Fax: 718-639-7705
- Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
- This center includes a Children's Corner, which provides supervision during limited hours.
- Brooklyn - Coney Island #63
- 3050 West 21st Street, Brooklyn, NY 11224
- Phone: 929-221-3856 | 929-221-3867
- Fax: 917-639-2515 | HDU Fax: 917-639-2516
- Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
- This center includes a children's area that does not provide supervision.
- Manhattan - Waverly S19
- 12 West 14th St, 4th Fl., New York, NY 10011
- Phone: 212-352-2524 | Fax: 917-639-2504
- Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
- This center includes a Children's Corner, which provides supervision during limited hours.
- Queens - Queens S53
- 32-20 Northern Blvd., 2nd Fl., LIC, NY 11101
- (Entrance on One Honeywell Street)
- Phone: 718-784-6315 | Fax: 917-639-2492
- Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
- This center includes a Children's Corner, which provides supervision during limited hours.
- Staten Island - Richmond S99
- 201 Bay Street, 2nd Fl., Staten Island, NY 10301
- Phone: 718-390-6994 | Fax: 917-639-2537
- Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) offering assistance with SNAP applications Many CBOs provide help completing SNAP applications and screening applicants for eligibility.
- They DO NOT provide interviews (the final step of the application process) - this is only done at the HRA locations listed above.
- Due to COVID-19, interviews may not be required or may be completed by phone. HRA will contact you if they need more information after you apply. For the Site Finder, enter your address and choose Site Type “Food Stamp Center” to find a CBO offering assistance with SNAP applications close to you.
- It is difficult to confirm the status of these organizations, so please always contact them before visiting. The Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center is continually reaching out to try to verify opening hours and temporary closures.
- If you cannot go to a location, you can request reasonable accommodations (if you are working, elderly, or disabled; if you have problems with child care; if you have trouble traveling to a SNAP Center). Call HRA’s infoline at 718-557-1399 (free language translation services are available) or contact HRA online here.
Retail store locations accepting SNAP in NYC: The SNAP Retailer Locator allows anyone to locate nearby SNAP-authorized retailers by entering a street address, city, and state, or zip code. Enter your starting location and select a retailer or map point to get details and directions.
Online retailers accepting SNAP in NYC:
- Amazon
- Add your SNAP EBT card here.
- Amazon Restaurants is not currently operating
- Amazon Fresh inventory and delivery may sometimes be unavailable; confirmation is available only at online checkout
- Prime Now, Amazon Fresh, and Whole Foods Market are still delivering. Delivery customers always have the option to select “unattended delivery” (if no alcohol in order) during checkout if they prefer not to come into contact with others.
- Check coronavirus updates here.
- ShopRite
- Do not accept EBT for delivery, just for pick up orders.
- Still delivering
- Implemented “drop at your door” service for delivery orders. Your driver will call or text you when they are on their way to make your delivery and your groceries will be left at your door unattended. (Provide your mobile phone number in the Delivery Instructions field at checkout when placing delivery orders.) Note, payment options may have changed to accommodate this service. *SNAP benefits cannot be used to pay delivery fees.
Health Bucks Health Bucks is a coupon program that is run by the City of New York for individuals who receive SNAP benefits, to buy fresh, locally-grown produce. Health Bucks can be used at any NYC Farmers Market that accepts SNAP benefits.
- You MUST be a SNAP recipient to be eligible for Health Bucks.
- For every $5 you spend at farmers markets using SNAP on an EBT card, you can automatically and immediately get $2 in Health Bucks
- Pharmacy to Farm Prescription program
- Receive $30 in Health Bucks when you fill your prescription for blood pressure medication at select pharmacies in Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan
- Sign up at any pharmacy listed below:
- Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Center Pharmacy at 104 Dekalb Ave., 11201 in Downtown Brooklyn
- Myrtle Drug Care at 355 Myrtle Ave., 11205 in Fort Greene
- Park Drugs at 801 Nostrand Ave., 11225 in Crown Heights
- Whitman Pharmacy at 329A Myrtle Ave., 11205 in Fort Greene
- Manhattan
- Drug Mart II at 4873 Broadway, 10034 in Inwood
- Dyckman Pharmacy at 199 Dyckman St, 10040 in Inwood
- Nagle Pharmacy at 210 Nagle Ave., 10034 in Inwood
- New Amsterdam Drug Mart at 698 Amsterdam Ave., 10025 on the Upper West Side
- New London Pharmacy at 246 8th Ave., 10011 in Chelsea
- New York City Pharmacy at 206 1st Ave., 10009 in East Village
- Quick RX UWS at 909 Columbus Ave., 10025 in Upper West Side
- Queens
- Image Heights Pharmacy at 7501 37th Ave., 11372 in Jackson Heights
- Jannat Pharmacy at 7203 35th Ave., 11372 in Jackson Heights
- Nueva Vida Pharmacy at 81-25 37th Ave., 11372 in Jackson Heights
- Superior Pharmacy at 80-05 Roosevelt Ave., 11372 in Jackson Heights
- Brooklyn
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
WIC provides nutrition for eligible pregnant and postpartum women and children. Fathers and caregivers can also apply for their children.
- Normally WIC applicants must apply in person, but most centers are now working via phone.
- Determine if you are eligible for WIC here.
- You do NOT need to be a US citizen to receive WIC
- If applicants have all necessary documents, WIC benefits are effective immediately after application
- Locate a WIC center near you here or call 1-800-522-5006
- Those applying can make an appointment by calling one of the centers closest to them.
- Remote services available only
- For more information on WIC see the New York State Department of Health WIC website
Organizations Providing WIC Services close to Queens Village (Please call rather than visiting)
Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens – WIC Program Site – Jamaica
161-10 Jamaica Ave, Suite 306, Queens, NY 11432
(718) 657-2580- Services affected by COVID-19:
- To learn about services available, call (718) 722-6000
- Services offered remotely
- Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM-4:30PM
- Services affected by COVID-19:
