ROME, NY (JULY 23, 2024)- In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that struck the Rome region last week, the American Red Cross is partnering with a variety of agencies in the City of Rome and Oneida County to provide a list of resources and assistance available to those affected by the storms.
Below is a list of agencies and the resources they have available, along with contact information. The list is current as of 9AM July 23. In addition, the Red Cross shelter at the Aviation Center, 394 Hangar Road in Rome, remains open 24 hours a day.
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Contact information
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Resources
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Rome Chamber of Commerce
139 West Dominick St. Rome, NY, 13440
(315)-337-1700
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RCoC has mall business grants for those affected by the tornadoes. Applications for these grants must be submitted and reviewed.
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City of Rome
101 West Liberty Street, Rome
(315 336-6000)
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Rome may have free dry ice and may provide financial assistance case-by-case.
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Oneida County Department of Social Services
300 West Dominick St., Rome
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OC DSS can assist with applying for SNAP and other temporary benefit programs.
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Rome Housing Authority
205 Peters Ave, Rome
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Rome Housing Authority can assist with housing vouchers on a case-by-case basis.
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Oneida County Gov’t
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Road closures and construction map are available at the following website: https://ocgov.net/news/rome-
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United Way 2-1-1
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Contact United Way to ask for information, connection to other resources, and referrals to specific governmental and nonprofit services. Remember to state that you have been affected by the tornadoes.
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United Way of Mohawk Valley
315-733-4691
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Lyft ride vouchers up to $26. Request a voucher at the link below https://rupass.paperform.co/
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Center for Family Life & Recovery
201 West Dominick St. Rome
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Center for Family Life and Recover has pet food, tarps, snacks, water, and clothing items available for those affected by tornadoes.
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AutoVations Inc.
201 West Dominick St. Rome
315-273-3900
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May be able to provide free window wrapping for cars with broken glass caused by the tornadoes.
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Connected Community School
207 North James St. Rome
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Connected Community School may be able to provide diapers, body wipes, and personal hygiene products. Free breakfast from 9-10am, lunch from 12-2pm, dinner from 4-6pm.
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Salvation Army
410 West Dominick St., Rome
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Can provide vouchers to Salvation Army thrift stores. Mental health and spiritual care services are also available. Has free breakfast and lunch items and water available. May be able to assist with needs for clothing and other household supplies on a case-by-case basis.
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South Rome Senior Center
112 Ridge Street, Rome
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Can provide toiletries for tornado affected individuals. Bagged lunches, produce, & hot meals (starting at 4 pm). Bagged lunches, produce, & hot meals (starting at 4 pm).
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Griffis Child Development Center
276 Brookley Road, Rome
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Cooling center available with internet access, snacks waters and other supplies.
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Copper City Brewing Company
1111 Oneida St., Rome
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Snacks and free electronics charging areas are available after 10:00 am
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Jervis Public Library
613 N Washington St, Rome
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Workspaces, internet access, electronics charging, and snacks are available from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm
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Nina’s Pizza
100 Genesee Street, Rome
(315-507-4577)
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Can provide free meals for residents affected by tornadoes.
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National Suicide and Crisis Hotline
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Call or text 988 for mental health support.
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Shadow Brook Campground
(973)-202-3150
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Has free campsites or lodging for people affected by tornadoes.
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St. John’s Church
210 East Dominick St., Rome
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Free shuttle to and from shelters for those affected by tornadoes.
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Coldwell Banker Faith Properties
7763 Turin Road, Rome
(315-339-2222)
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Workspaces, free internet access, snacks available for those affected by tornadoes.
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Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Effort
734 Hickory St., Rome
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Food, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, baby supplies, household items are available on a case-by-case scenario.
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