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A wheelchair user carrying a navy BeWells Care bag through a neighborhood at night.

Need help finding food assistance, housing resources, health benefits or mental health support? BeWells Care connects NYC metropolitan area residents with local services and Care Coordinators.

Find the support you need

CHEERS TO THE EXTRAORDINARY

How It Works

How Does BWCare Help?

Asking for help is a meaningful first step. We’ll help you find your next one.

  1. 01

    Tell Us What You Need

    Fill out a short referral form in English, Spanish or Chinese.

  2. 02

    We Review Your Request

    A Care Coordinator reviews your request and helps you explore available services.

  3. 03

    Explore Your Next Steps

    Discuss options and next steps with a Care Coordinator. Provider eligibility, cost and availability vary.

Talking to someone can be the first step in getting the support you need.

What Support Can I Find?

Whatever life looks like right now, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Housing Support

Renters, homeowners, HOPE, HEAP and more

Food and Nutrition

Food pantries, delivery and nutrition support

Shelter

Safe places to stay, tonight and longer

Healthcare

Health plans, services and homecare

Mental Health

Counseling and emotional support

Benefits & Transportation

Transportation, benefits and everyday help

Or describe what you need in your own wordsAll services

Places That Can Help in NYC

Eligibility, cost and availability are set by each provider and can change; a Care Coordinator can help you check.

  • Food and Nutrition

    Food Help NYC

    Official NYC map of food pantries and soup kitchens offering free food.

    All five boroughs

    Visit website ↗

  • Housing Support

    Housing Court Answers

    Free information for tenants facing eviction or repair problems.

    All five boroughs

    English, Spanish

    Visit website ↗

  • Healthcare

    NYC Low-Cost Care

    Find discounted medical care through public hospitals and community health centers.

    All five boroughs

    Visit website ↗
Browse Local Resources

Where Can I Meet Someone?

In person in Brooklyn and Manhattan; by phone and video across the NYC metro area.

5221 8th Avenue, Brooklyn

Monday

10:00 AM–2:00 PM ET

857 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

Tuesday / Friday

10:00 AM–2:00 PM ET

1307 St. Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan

Wednesday / Thursday

10:00 AM–2:00 PM ET

Book a visit
A Care Coordinator in a navy BeWells Care shirt sharing fresh vegetables with a mother and two children at a food pantry.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS

How Can I Get Involved?

Support for life's hard moments.

Food on the table. Care within reach. Someone in your corner. We help you connect with the support you need, with dignity and compassion.

Share Your Time

Bring your compassion and skills to your community.

Volunteer opportunities

Partner with Us

Connect your organization with neighbors seeking support.

Community partnerships

Donate

Individual Giving

Make a Positive Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

BeWells Care is a New York City metropolitan area community organization connecting residents with food pantries, nutrition, health services, free and low-cost mental health resources and other social services.

Does it cost anything?
No. BWCare’s help is free.
Who can ask for help?
Anyone residing within the New York City area can request help. We’ll collaborate with you to verify your eligibility.
Do I need to provide documents or my immigration status?
You don’t need to provide your immigration status unless it’s required for your application.