Mask Policy:
Due to the recent increase cases related to the Delta variant of Covid-19, the Hicksville Library is requiring all patrons over the age of 2 to wear masks at all times while inside the Library. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter and thank you for helping us to keep our community safe.
Our materials quarantine policy has ended. You may now return your items inside the building in addition to the book drops.
Please feel free to contact us for more information.
Covid Vaccination Information:
Nassau County Covid-19 Vaccination Information
NASSAU COUNTY: Nassau County has launched a hotline to assist seniors in scheduling vaccine appointments. Call 516-227-9590 from Mon-Sun 9am-4:45pm
Military veterans may call 1-877-877-9267 for assistance in finding a vaccination appointment.
New York State Covid-19 Vaccine: Get the Facts
To make an appointment state vaccination sites, call the New York State hotline at: 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829)
Links to the latest information on COVID-19:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
New York State Department of Health
World Health Organization (WHO)
DynaMed - An electronic evidence-based, primary care database designed to provide the most useful point-of-care health information available.
Local Resources
Newsday - Tracking the Coronavirus on Long Island
Nassau County Health Department
Text COVID19NC to 888777 & subscribe to receive emergency updates from Nassau County.
Nassau County Covid-19 Cases Interactive Map
New York State Department of Health
Protect yourself against Fraud related to COVID-19
The FBI has seen an increase in fraud schemes related to Coronavirus. Please visit the Department of Justice's website for more information on how criminals are exploiting the virus and how you could report fraud. Please share this information with those who might not have access to the internet.
US Department of Justice
Statement from the FBI
Mental Health Resources Related to COVID-19
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - The NAMI COVID-19 resource and information guide.
New York State Office of Mental Health
Emotional Support Helpline: 1-844-863-9314
The Emotional Support Line provides free and confidential support, helping callers experiencing increased anxiety due to the coronavirus emergency. The Help Line is staffed by volunteers, including mental health professionals, who have received training in crisis counseling.
LICADD 24/7 Substance Use Hotline - 516-747-2606 or 631-979-1700
Long Island Crisis Center 24/7 Crisis Hotline - 516-679-1111
Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services - 516-822-6111
SMART Recovery Online Community
Social Work License List's Mental Health Resources List
Children's Resources
Coronavirus - A Book for Children
Senior Resources
LICC Senior Helpline: 516-679-0000
RSVP Suffolk Senior Reassurance Line: 631-979-9490
Circulo de la Hispanidad, Inc – Project SALVA 24/7 Billingual Domestic Violence Hotline: (516) 889-2849
Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs Senior HELP-LINE Available Monday-Friday 9am-5pm: (516) 227-8900
Handwashing Techniques
Call 931-1417 ext.111 for general information, ext. 124 for Reference, ext. 112 for Children’s, ext. for 115 for Computer Services. Or you can reach us by e mail at hplinfo@hicksvillelibrary.org. You will be contacted within 24 hours by a staff member.