Hartley House

CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES Hartley House suspended its in-person After School programming in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hartley House staff, maintained communication with children and caregivers throughout the year, and provided remote and at-home activities for children enrolled in the After School Program. Hartley House reopened program for the first-time post pandemic in fall of 2021 enrolling a total of 40 participants. Hartley House youth programming provides a safe and warm environment in which children are encouraged to develop their academic, creative and leadership skills.

SENIOR CITIZENS AND SOCIAL WORKER During the pandemic, Hartley House maintained much of its service through the HOPE Program. HOPE remains a priority for Hartley House and a critical source of support for low-income and vulnerable seniors residing Hell's Kitchen. HOPE provides wrap-around case management, Formal Money Management services, benefit assistance and support. These services are necessary for older adults to age safely and with dignity in their own homes. In 2021, HOPE served approximately 60 clients. In addition, the program conducted outreach and wellness calls to 25 additional community members on a weekly basis.COMMUNITY SUPPORTSupport to the local community. Bingo for 30-40 seniors was offered every Tuesday afternoon, and Yoga was held each Thursday for 25-30 participants. Hartley House also hosted music concerts, guest speakers and informal socialization for potentially isolated seniors. During the COVID-19 lock-down period, Hartley House distributed meals six times to 40-50 seniors each time. HOPE connected 31 clients to the GET FOOD NYC emergency food program. The program was also able to help distribute holiday food and holiday gifts during the crisis. HOPE assisted six clients with emergency funds to help cover the cost of rent, food, and utilities (a total of $7,600) through various public and private funding sources.