The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD), in operation since 1972, works to ensure that New Yorkers with disabilities can lead happy, healthy and productive lives. The MOPD staff work hand-in-hand with other City offices and over 50 agencies to ensure that the voice of the disabled community is represented and that City programs and policies address the needs of people with disabilities. MOPD can be contacted by calling 311, (212) NEW-YORK (639-9675) for those outside of New York or by video phone at (646) 396-5830.

HAVE MOPD'S SERVICES BEEN SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID-19? No. MOPD's "COVID-19 Resources for People with Disabilities" provides information for people with disabilities on the following:

• Food and Supplies

• Social Services/Medicaid Benefits

• Home Health Care Providers

• Transportation

• Housing

• Utilities

• Phone and Internet Service

• Education

• Employment

• Businesses

• Finance

• Pets and Service Animals

• Domestic Violence Resources

• Accessible Virtual Activities