As residents across Islip continue to recover from Hurricane Sandy, the Town has put together a list of shelters and outreach programs that are currently available. The shelters can be utilized by all residents, but Town officials are looking to provide assistance to those who still lack power and heat.
American Legion Post 411
39 Nassau Avenue, Islip
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Effective Wednesday, November 7, and open daily between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The general public can come in for a free breakfast and/or lunch. Free ice, free cell phone charging and hot beverages throughout the day (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) will also be provided. Tables and chairs will be set up with board games and cards. Volunteers to help staff the post are welcome. Click on the address above for directions.
Joyce Fitzpatrick Senior Center
50 Irish Lane, Islip
Thursday, November 8; and Friday November 9
12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Free cell phone charging and hot beverages will be offered throughout the day. Call (631) 224-5396 for more information. Click on the address above for directions.
West Islip Senior Center
90 Higbie Lane, West Islip
Thursday, November 8; and Friday November 9
12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Free cell phone charging and hot beverages will be offered throughout the day (coffee, tea). Call (631) 893-8932 for more information. Click on the address above for directions.
St. Marks Church
754 Montauk Hwy., Islip
Every Evening from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Offering free hot food, phone charging, WiFi and fellowship. Call (631) 581-4950. Click on the address above for directions.
St. Joseph's College
155 West Roe Blvd., Patchogue
Starting Wednesday, November 7. Offering Shelter for those who need housing during the storm. Click on the address above for directions.
Donations
180 Orville Drive, Bohemia
The Town is accepting donations of food, clothing and much needed supplies. Sponsored by the Islip Foreign Trade Zone, Women of West Islip, Keep Islip Clean and the Sayville Community Ambulance. Click on the address above for directions.
