NYC Health Resources
Free and low-cost health services, hotlines, and assistance programs for NYC residents
Emergency & Crisis
911
Medical emergencies, fire, crime in progress
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free 24/7 crisis support — call or text
Poison Control
Suspected poisoning — available 24/7
Mental Health
NYC Well
Free, confidential mental health support — call, text, or chat 24/7
Crisis Text Line
Text-based crisis support
Healthcare Access
NYC Health + Hospitals
Free or sliding-scale primary care at 70+ locations — no insurance required
NYC Care
Guaranteed low-cost health services for uninsured NYC residents
Free flu shots
Find free or low-cost flu vaccines near you
Substance Use & Harm Reduction
Free naloxone (Narcan)
Available at any NYC pharmacy without a prescription — can reverse opioid overdose
NYC drug use resources
Syringe services, safe consumption info, and treatment referrals
Reporting & City Services
311
Report rats, noise, unsafe conditions, broken streetlights, and more
Restaurant inspection lookup
Search any restaurant's letter grade and inspection history
Food & Housing Assistance
ACCESS NYC
Apply for SNAP, Medicaid, housing, cash assistance, and 30+ other programs
GetFood NYC
Free meals — no ID, registration, or documentation required
Extreme Weather
NYC Cooling Centers
Free air-conditioned public spaces during heat emergencies
NYC Warming Centers
Heated shelters during extreme cold
All resources listed are free or sliding-scale for NYC residents. Information current as of March 2026. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911.