Like all of you, we at General Human Outreach in the Community, Inc., (GHO) must adjust to the reality that life in New York City has dramatically changed over the course of the past year. As we all adjust to the “new normal” and all the uncertainties associated with the coronavirus public health crisis, GHO remains committed to serving the most vulnerable people in New York City, and to the safety and well-being of our staff. We sincerely appreciate your commitment and we value your tireless support during this challenging time.

Our approach combating the COVID-19 Pandemic is informed by guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and city health officials.

In addition to maintaining many of the services we have always provided, we are protecting the health and safety of the individuals we serve and our team of employees by taking these actions:

• Moving our day program sites to electronic platforms and protecting health and safety in our residences through sanitary means: regularly deep cleaning as necessary
• Following the safety protocols and visitor restrictions recommended by federal, state and city agencies
• Keeping the people we serve who show symptoms isolated as best as we can, and ensuring they receive appropriate medical care
• Utilizing telemedicine to access medical care virtually
• Encouraging social distancing.
• Keeping the people we serve and those who serve them informed, safe and supported

We have changed the way we operate some of our programs — we are utilizing personal protective equipment for both staff and our individuals. We are rapidly redeploying staff and resources to the sites where they are needed the most.

At this time of an ever-changing reality, we are committed to doing our utmost to protect the safety, health and well-being of the people we serve, our staff, and the community.

How can you help GHO during this challenging time?

As Government officials tell us, what we see today is just the beginning of this health crisis. We need your help to ensure that GHO is continues to provide increased services and supports in the coming weeks and months ahead.

A monetary gift to GHO will help us continue to address the emergent needs of the hundreds of people who rely upon us to keep them safe every day. Your gift will help us procure additional supplies such as protective masks, gowns and gloves. We never before could have imagined needing these things, so please understand how important your help is to us right now.

We hope we can count on you to help us by making an online donation. Together we will get through this unprecedented crisis.