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The Floating Hospital

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For 159 years, we have provided unrestricted healthcare and relief to New York City’s most vulnerable residents, regardless of identity or ability to pay. For them we are an island of stability in their often turbulent, and ever-changing world.

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The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · 5d

Strikes or not, no one was spared a good time at our “Strike Up Hope” bowling event on Oct. 14 at Lucky Strike Times Square, where every frame supported our vital programs. Thanks to Charlene Prounis, and our sponsors Calcium, Real Chemistry, New Dawn Communications and HBA's WIH Giveback team.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · 6d

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The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · 6d

Help a child in temporary housing dress up for Halloween with new or gently used costumes. We have a wishlist on Amazon and costumes can also be shipped to The Floating Hospital, 21-01 41st Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Drop-off available M-F, 8am-5pm. Costumes must be received by 10/21.

"Help them say boo!" showing two girls in halloween costumes, with a spooky background.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · 14d

For more info: www.thefloatinghospital.org/womens-wellness

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · 14d

This weekend, women without the resources or time for their health received screenings and vital information along with meals, massages and other goodies at our fall Women’s Wellness Day. Thanks to AICF, Direct Relief, Dreamwear, Henna by Sumalya and Fatima, Jersey Mike’s, Matter, Primp, and others.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · 18d

If being mindful, self-aware, emotionally resilient and connected to a wider community sounds good to you, “Flourish Your Wellness Journey” may be just the thing you need to achieve these personal goals and more. Contact our Community Outreach team at 718-784-2240 to join us or for more details.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Sep 18

Learn more: www.thefloatinghospital.org/strike-up-hope

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Sep 18

Join us for “Strike Up Hope!” our Oct. 14 bowing event at Lucky Strike Times Square to raise money for our vital programs. Register individually or as a team of four. Sponsorship packages can help even more people receive the healthcare, education and essentials they need to build a stable future.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Sep 16

National Diaper Need Awareness Week highlights the high cost of diapers and their critical role in accessing child care and early education. We always need diapers for our patients. To donate, please contact Education at 718-784-2240 x777. We especially need sizes 3, 4, 5, 6 and pull-ups.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Sep 12

Quit buggin’ and get the vax. Now is the time to protect yourself from winter bugs like the flu.

Arm yourself with the flu shot! We have it and more at The Floating Hospital. Follow the link for more info: www.thefloatinghospital.org/flu

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Sep 10

Strike Up Hope in Times Square!
Round up your friends or coworkers for a fun night that helps NYC families rise.
Tue, Oct 14, 6-8 pm
Lucky Strike Times Sq., Pop Room, 222 W 44th St.
Bowling shoes, food, soft drinks + one free beer or wine & prizes! Tickets www.thefloatinghospital.org/strike-up-hope

Strike Up Hope — The Floating Hospital

Lace up, bowl and roll with purpose: Help a family rise. Every pin knocked down is a step towards good health and stability. Your participation helps provide essentials, from diapers to life-changing ...

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The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 29

When not fishing, swimming and zip-lining at Camp Rise Up, the teens attend classes designed to help them understand their emotional and physical development and to prepare them for advanced schooling and employment. Thanks to our donors, volunteers and staff for this incredible experience.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 26

Beautiful weather is forecast for Camp Rise Up this week, and the kids were geared up and pumped up for their sleep-away adventure when they boarded the buses on Sunday and headed due north for five days of fun and learning. Thanks to our sponsors, donors and volunteers for making this possible.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 12

Summertime is Story Time in the shelters we serve. Foundation Board Chair Joan Brancaccio is bringing books to adults and children in shelters such as Legacy and Help Morris. With staff and interns to help her, she sparks smiles in those who listen to her read and then keep the books.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 8

On 8/6, our interns ended their program with presentations on their time with us. Drawn from our patients and community, they helped in several departments, learning skills valuable to potential employers. Thanks to the Times Square Olive Garden, which donated the lunch that was served afterward.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 5

www.thefloatinghospital.org/newsletter/gun-violence

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 5

Gun violence causes anxiety, hypervigilance, sleep disturbances, depression, and difficulty engaging in life in the communities that we serve. Through Cure Violence grants sponsored by Councilwoman Julie Won, we help victims recover and prevent future gun violence. Read more in our newsletter.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Aug 1

With vaccines in the headlines, has NY State has altered its requirements for school attendance? As of now, the answer is no, but our clinical staff are seeing “a lot of fluidity surrounding vaccines right now,” with changes likely to come. Read the latest developments in our July newsletter.

The Floating Hospital @floatinghospital.bsky.social · Jul 30

Learn more: www.thefloatinghospital.org/womens-wellness