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The Actors Fund offers a broad spectrum of programs to support the unique, essential needs of all who work in entertainment and the performing arts. Learn more and register for free workshops and services pertaining to The Career Center ([link removed][UNIQID]) , Financial Wellness ([link removed][UNIQID]) , Health & Health Insurance ([link removed][UNIQID]) , Housing ([link removed][UNIQID]) and Social Services ([link removed][UNIQID]) .


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** How to Get Help Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Since June 8, 1882, The Actors Fund has been here to support professionals in performing arts & entertainment. In this time of uncertainty around COVID-19, we’re still here for you.

Our free workshops, groups and seminars ([link removed][UNIQID]) are now online or over the phone, so you can seamlessly continue the courses you were in the midst of, or join a new workshop.

We are also distributing emergency financial assistance through 11 different funds. This money helps people cover basic living expenses, to help prevent evictions, and to pay for food, essential medications or utilities.

To assist everyone who works in performing arts and entertainment across the country, we’re collaborating with our community to help people navigate these challenging times. We’ve compiled a list of COVID-19 resources ([link removed][UNIQID]) that may be helpful to you.

If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out.

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** The Career Center
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The Career Center offers a comprehensive suite of programs and services that help entertainment industry and performing arts professionals identify and find sideline work and discover new careers outside the industry.

Get started by attending The Career Center Orientation afternoon ([link removed][UNIQID]) and evening ([link removed][UNIQID]) sessions to enroll in the career services offered.

New workshop: Off-Balance ([link removed][UNIQID]) . Managing the multiple demands of life, art and work can be a perpetual struggle for professionals in the performing arts and entertainment industry. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be even harder. In this workshop we help you assess and define your needs, understand how you're spending your time and energy, and how you can find balance during these unusual times.

Additional workshops include Job Search Fundamentals Amid COVID-19 ([link removed][UNIQID]) , Resume Writing ([link removed][UNIQID]) and LinkedIn: The Digital Network ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
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** Financial Wellness
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Financial Wellness seminars increase your financial knowledge and help you learn the tools and skills to support lifelong financial health and stability.

New Workshop: Financial Wellness for the Entertainment Community Amid COVID-19 ([link removed][UNIQID]) . Learn about resources, community, and support to help performing arts professionals maintain financial health and well-being during this challenging time. Each single-session meeting will provide an overview of available federal and NY-based financial assistance and relief; discuss cash flow management strategies; and address as many of participants' questions as possible.

Additional workshops include Managing Cash Flow, a 6-week course on Tuesday afternoons ([link removed][UNIQID]) or Wednesday evenings ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
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** Health & Health Insurance
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The Actors Fund offers personalized health insurance counseling and enrollment support, referrals to health care resources, and seminars on how to care for yourself.

The Friedman Health Center for the Performing Arts ([link removed][UNIQID]) , our primary care office in New York City, is conducting appointments via Telemedicine. If you are sick or not feeling well, do not come into the office. Please call instead. Our medical team is doing phone screenings for those concerned they may have COVID-19, and if necessary, can refer patients in the industry to a facility within the Mount Sinai Health System to follow up.

Each month’s Health Insurance HQ ([link removed][UNIQID]) provides an update on the health care landscape from the expert team at The Actors Fund’s Artists Health Insurance Resource Center. This month, we discuss new options in light of the COVID19 pandemic, including how to get insurance if you’re uninsured, how to lower your current premiums, and who is eligible for free insurance.

Upcoming digital workshops that also address health insurance amidst the coronavirus include Every Artist Insured ([link removed][UNIQID]) and Welcome to Medicare ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
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** Housing
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The Actors Fund operates several affordable housing residences ([link removed][UNIQID]) across the country, and also offers resources to help you learn more about affordable housing opportunities and other housing-related issues you may encounter.

Some upcoming seminars include Applying for Affordable Housing (NYC) Co-Presented by BCA ([link removed][UNIQID]) , Applying for Affordable Housing ([link removed][UNIQID]) and and Affordable Housing for Seniors ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
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** Social Services
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With respect and understanding, our professional social workers offer our community help to address a wide array of challenges via counseling and support groups, education and practical help—completely free of charge.

Upcoming online support groups include Self-Care to Give Care ([link removed][UNIQID]) , Debtors Anonymous ([link removed][UNIQID]) and the National Dancer Info Session ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
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Programs of The Career Center, Career Transition For Dancers and The Dancers Resource at The Actors Fund are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. These programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.
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