Welcome to the 345 Park Avenue Virtual Support Center

Following the tragic shooting at 345 Park Avenue in Manhattan, where five people were shot, including four who were killed, resources are available to help provide support and guidance for those directly impacted and the broader community. Anyone affected by this incident is encouraged to seek assistance from the providers below.

New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS): This State agency funds and supports more than 200 victim assistance programs that provide direct services to victims and survivors and their families, including but not limited to crisis counseling, therapy, advocacy, civil legal assistance, emergency shelter, and relocation assistance. These programs also help individuals file claims with OVS for financial help with crime-related costs. OVS can pay for medical and counseling expenses, funeral and burial expenses, lost wages and support, in addition to other assistance, for eligible individuals.

Please visit OVS Resource Connect to find a program near you or:

Call: 800-247-8035, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday
Email: ovsinfo@ovs.ny.gov

New York State Office of Mental Health: Resources related to mental health. Disaster situations and traumatic events can overwhelm our ability to cope. Often people experience anxiety, fear, helplessness and hopelessness. Know the signs and get help.

New York State Workers' Compensation: Information on available benefits and resources for employees that become injured or ill.

NYC 988: This program provides free, confidential mental health support and services, including Mobile Crisis Teams that respond in-person to a mental health crisis, 24/7 in more than 200 languages. Call or text 988 or chat.

New York City Mayor’s Office of Community Mental Health: Mental health resource guides and toolkits.

NYC Health + Hospitals: Comprehensive mental health services to individuals and families.

National Disaster Distress Helpline: Call or text 800-985-5990 for support in coping with trauma related to disasters or violence.

Everytown Survivor Network: Text “SURVIVOR” to 644-33 to access peer support and trauma-informed resources.