After School Programs/Camps

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Association to Benefit Children
provides integrated services for families including nursery programs, health care, housing help, mental health services, crisis intervention, job training and employment assistance, afterschool and summer camp programs, mentoring and legal help. (212) 831-1322. http://www.a-b-c.org
Fresh Air Fund
City kids can stay with a host family in the country or attend one of the Fresh Air Fund's five camps in upstate New York. Year-round programs also offered. Register early! (800) 367-0003 http://www.freshair.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York
Provides mentors to children who need a caring adult role model in their lives, a friend who can help to expand their horizon and enrich their futures. Children ages 7-17 are matched with adult mentors 21 years or older to spend 4 consecutive hours every other week for at least one year. Mentors and children have fun together; activities are first approved by parent or guardian. Mentors are carefully screened.
To enroll: 212.686.2042
To volunteer: volunteer@bigsnyc.org, or apply online http://www.bigsnyc.org/index.htm
Coalition for the Homeless
sponsors two programs to help kids living in shelters: Camp Homeward Bound, the first summer camp for homeless and low income children, and Bound for Success, which offers children the opportunity to complete their homework, receive tutoring help, make friends and play in a safe, nurturing environment within the shelters. (212) 776-2161 http://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org/programs/children.html
New York City Department of Youth and Community Development
Allows you to search for New York City after-school programs by zip code, age of student and whether “in” vs. “out” of school program. This phone number also provides information and referrals for counseling, shelter, summer jobs as well as crisis intervention which is free, anonymous and confidential. (800) 246-4646
www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/services-afterschool.html
YMCA of Greater New York
For ages 6-11, after-school programs at 43 locations around the city. Homework help, quiet and active games, health and fitness education are offered. Scholarships available. (212) 630-1544. www.ymcanyc.org
New York City Parks and Recreation
Athletics, arts and academics at 33 recreation centers around the city. Call 311 http://nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/afterschool/asp_info.html
Resources for Children with Special Needs
Enables user to search database of programs for kids by disability or neighborhood or type of service. Tremendously useful.Parents can also call for recommendations.
(212) 677-4650 www.resourcesnyc.org/rcsn.htm
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Asphalt Green
Offers summer day camp, arts, sports and gymnastics, after-school activities, swimming (including swimming for children with disabilities ages 18 months-12 years). Upper East Side location. (212) 369-8890 www.asphaltgreen.org
Boys Clubs of New York
Comprehensive programs for boys at sites in Flushing, East Harlem, Lower East Side. After-school, summer sleep-away and day camp programs. Strong educational services.
East Harlem (212) 534-2661
Lower East Side (212) 533-2550 www.bcny.org
Boys and Girls Harbor
Offers preschool, after-school programs, college prep, summer camp, performing arts, behavioral health services. East Harlem location. (212) 427-2244 www.boysandgirlsharbor.net
Community Association of Progressive Dominicans
offers youth services like tutoring, high school and college prep, summer camp, substance abuse counseling, mental health services, parenting groups, case management services as well as ESL&GED classes, help with benefits, food pantry and more. 3940 Broadway, 2nd floor (212) 781-5500. http://www.acdp.org
East Harlem Tutorial Program
Tutoring in reading, writing, math science, computers/technology and much more. Upper East Side. Free, but must enroll over summer. Ages 6-18 years. (212) 831-0650 www.ehtp.org
Go Project
an acacemic assistance and social service organization that helps elementary age public school students in lower Manhattan. Go Summer is a 5-week classroom program where students build basic skills in reading and math with enrichment in computers, art, music, drama and sports. Go School comprises 21/2 hours of tutoring on Saturday mornings and Go Families is a year-round social service program which empowers parents to help their children with learning and behavioral issues. 86 Fourth Avenue, (212) 533-3744 http://www.goprojectnyc.org
Harlem School of the Arts
Offers programs in visual arts, theater, dance and music; summer programs; college prep. Ages 4 and up. (212) 926-4100 www.harlemschoolofthearts.org
Harlem RBI
Uses baseball and softball and the power of teams to provide inner city kids with opportunities to play, learn and grow. After-school programs in East Harlem location include mentoring, homework help, as well as summer camp. Free, first-come, first served. (212) 722-1608 www.harlemrbi.org
Lower East Side Girls Clubs of New York
For girls 8-18, offers arts, athletic, cultural and life skills programs. (212) 982-1633 www.girlsclub.org
Pelham Fritz Recreation Center
After-school program provides homework help, activities (arts and crafts, outside play, performing arts, karate), field trips. Monday-Friday 3-6 pm, for ages 6-13 years. Mount Morris Park and 122nd Street. (212) 860-1380
Stanley H. Isaacs Center
Offers after-school and summer programs. Upper East Side location. (212) 360-7625. http://www.isaacscenter.org
Creative Arts Workshops for Kids
Uses visual and performing arts to help young people in East Harlem deal with life issues. CAW sponsors art programs that empower youth to voice their needs, enhance their self-esteem, build social skills. Holds Saturday art workshops, Summer Arts Job Program for teens. Workshops are held on first and third Saturday of each month. Tangible job skills in design, construction, landscaping and urban revitalization are also taught. (646) 424-0392
YM&YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood
provides many kinds of recreational and educational activities for kids (playgroups, after-school program, school holiday trips, summer day camp, sports, teen social program, mentoring). Also has fitness facilities and a gymn. 54 Nagle Avenue; (212) 569-6200.
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Baychester Youth Council
Offers after-school, holiday and summer camp programs; college prep, leadership and computer training; health referrals, legal and counseling referrals, arts programs and recreational opportunities.1220 East 229th Street, Bronx, NY 10466; (718) 325-9484. http://www.baychesteryouth.org
Casita Maria
offers children age 6-14 summer camp, homework help, leadership, test prep, computer literacy, skill building, tutoring, and arts (music, dance, theater); also offers programs during holidays and mid-winter breaks. Also offers community support and referrals to entitlement programs. 830 Southern Blvd. 4th floor, Bronx (718) 589-2230 http://www.casita.us
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Boys Clubs of New York
Comprehensive programs for boys at sites in Flushing, East Harlem, Lower East Side. After-school, summer sleep-away and day camp programs. Strong educational services.
Flushing (718) 886-5454 www.bcny.org
Forest Hills Community House
Services for young people include summer day camp, afterschool activities including homework help and computer training as well as fun, an evening teen center M-F nights, leadership programs for boys and girls 12-18. Many locations throughout Queens.
(718) 592-5757 http://www.fhch.org
Sunnyside Community Services
provides a wide array of services for Western Queens kids 6-21 and parents, including after school programs, advice on choosing a NYC public school, SAT prep and college advice, help and placement for teenage job seekers, aid in obtaining government benefits, ESL classes for adults and kids, GED prep. In addition, the Beacon Community Center at IS 5 in Elmhurst offers activities for kids after school and during school vacations. Spanish and Chinese spoken. (718) 784-6173, ext. 420. http://www.scsny.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Catholic Charities of Brooklyn&Queens
Single parents should contact this organization, which provides carefully-screened mentors for their children. (718) 722-6066. http://www.ccbq.org/bbbs/home.htm
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Center for Family Life in Sunset Park
Sponsors summer day camp and an afterschool program and seeks to maintain a creative and supportive environment for young people all year long. Also offers family counseling and other helpful services. For Sunset Park residents, Spanish and Chinese spoken. 345-43rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232; (718) 788-3500. http://cflsp.org

Child Abuse

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Child Help USA
A national group with a 24-hour hotline for parents and professionals on abuse prevention and counseling services. (800)-4-AChild http://www.childhelp.org/
Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services
Offers wide range of mental and social services for families and children. (212) 582-9100
24-hour helpline: (212) 532-2400 www.jbfcs.org
Mount Sinai Medical Center, Child and Family Support Program
A multidisciplinary team that evaluates and treats children of all ages who are referred with a concern of physical or sexual abuse or neglect. (212) 241-4086 www.mssm.edu/peds/general_pediatrics/patient_care/cfsp/index.shtml
New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS)
Protects children from abuse and neglect and provides neighborhood-based services to help children grow up in safe, permanent homes with strong families. Call this number to report a case of suspected abuse/neglect and to find information on preventive services, teen pregnancy/parenting services, child support enforcement, day care, foster parenting, and abuse prevention programs.
(877) KIDSNYC (212) 341-0900 http://www.nyc.gov/html/acs/html/home/home.shtml
New York Foundling Hospital
Offers child abuse/foster care prevention services, including respite care for overwhelmed parents. (212) 633-9300 www.nyfoundling.org
New York State Child Abuse Hotline
Accepts calls 24/7 from mandated reporters and the public of suspected child abuse, neglect or maltreatment. Click on links at right of homepage. Information is available in Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and Arabic. (800) 342-3720. www.ocfs.state.ny.us
Parent&Child Trauma Family Program
This research program helps kids and families cope with sexual abuse through cognitive-behavioral therapy. The four-month program involves girls and their non-offending parent and offers in-depth education about abuse, coping and safety skills in addition to treatment. Evaluation and treatment free of charge. Girls aged 11-14 who have experienced sexual abuse are eligible. Other restrictions apply. Call (212) 659-8698 for more information.
Prevent Child Abuse New York
A statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing child abuse. Information in English and Spanish on parenting, discipline, safety and preventing abuse. 24-hour prevention and parent helpline (800) 342-7472. http://preventchildabuseny.org
SAVI - Seeking Safety Treatment Group
Mount Sinai's Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Program is sponsoring a 12-week free and confidential treatment program for adult female survivors of childhood sexual abuse with self-harming behaviors such as substance abuse, cutting, eating disorders. It will be held Tuesdays from 3-4:30 pm at Mount Sinai. Call (212) 241-7394 for more information and to register.
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Child Welfare Organizing Project
Offers free, confidential peer-led support groups for NYC parents involved with the local public child welfare system. Held every Wednesday from 11 am-1 pm at the East Harlem Neighborhood Center, 80 East 110th Street, between Park and Madison. Spanish spoken. (212) 348-3000. www.cwop.org
Covenant House
Offers emergency food, clothing, and shelter to all children who come to their crisis center. 460 West 41st Street in Manhattan. (212) 613-0300 www.covenanthouseny.org
Hale House
Provides a safe place for children birth to age for while parents stabilize their personal lives. West Harlem location. Call and ask for the family advocate. (212) 663-0700 www.halehouse.org
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Cardinal McCloskey Family Outreach Center
Provides services to families at risk of having children removed and placed in foster care. Also offers day care, food pantry, foster care, adoption services and services for children with special needs. For families in the Bronx and East Harlem. (718) 542-0255 www.cardinalmccloskeyservices.org
Jacobi Medical Center Child Protection
(718) 918-4013
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Little Flower Children's Services
Offers family day care, adoption services, independent living preparation for teens in foster care, parenting skills classes, foster care prevention and more. 186 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201; (718) 260-8840. http://www.littleflowerny.org

Childcare

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Child Care Aware
Information on finding quality child care in your area, with information on costs and much other helpful information. Simply enter your zip code to find your local referral source. (800) 424-2246. http://www.childcareaware.org/en/
Child Care Inc.
Provides child care referrals, information about what to look for from a child care provider, how to train to become a provider and more. Resource and referral line: (212) 929-4999.
http://www.childcareinc.org
Committee for Hispanic Children and Families
Parent counselors can help with day care referrals. (212) 206-1090. http://www.chcfinc.org
Day Care Council of NY Inc.
Find child care in your area. (212) 206-7818.

http://www.dccnyinc.org
New York City Bureau of Day Care
Comprehensive information on finding and choosing day care for all ages of children. Information for providers too. (212) 676-2444. http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/dc/dc.shtml
New York City Child Care Resource and Referral Consortium
Services include resources and referrals to help parents access quality child care, training, technical assistance, fingerprinting, and support to help child care programs. Also provides answers to child care questions and help with applying for child care subsidies. (888) 469-5999.
YMCA of New York
Child care programs in 14 locations include nursery school, preschool and pre-K. Scholarships available. (212) 630-9600. http://www.ymcanyc.org
YWCA of New York
Child care provided in their early learning centers. (212) 755-4500. http://www.ywcanyc.org
Chinese-American Planning Council
Twelve day care and after school centers as well as many other social services for Chinese-speaking people. (212) 941-0030.

http://www.cpc-nyc.org
Child Care Subsidy Hotline
When daycare costs are too high, there is help. The National Association of Child Care Resources is a federally funded agency that provides helpful information about financial help in your local area. Call (800) 424-2246

Domestic Violence

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African American Planning Commission, Inc.
Offers information on housing and support services, electronic forums for people affected by domestic violence. (718) 218-7254 www.aapci.org/services/index.html
Day One
provides help for victims of domestic or dating violence ages 18-28. (212) 566-8120 http://www.dayoneny.org
Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 621-HOPE (4673) Bilingual
(800) 810-7444 Hearing Impaired
DV Guide
Comprehensive listing of resources for those affected by domestic violence, including websites to assist with finding shelter or housing/relocation, legal advice, counseling, lock and document replacement. www.dvguide.com/newyork/manhattan/index.html
Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation
A website for adults and kids containing information and resources coping with domestic violence. www.joetorre.net
National Latino Alliance for the Elimination of Domestic Violence (Alianza)
A group of nationally recognized advocates, community activists, practitioners, researchers, and survivors of domestic violence all working together to end domestic violence in Latino communities.
(646) 672-1404 (800) 342-9908
English and Spanish website http://www.dvalianza.org
New York Asian Women’s Center
Provides direct services (safe shelter, crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy) in language and culturally appropriate settings. Languages include Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, and other Asian languages. Serves undocumented persons.
(888) 888-7702 www.nyawc.org
New York State Attorney General’s Office
Contains advice, phone numbers, and important steps for people in an abusive relationship to take.
(800) 771-7755 http://opdv.state.ny.us/contact.html
Safe Horizon
Provides support, prevents violence, promotes justice for victims of crime and abuse, their families and communities. Services include counseling and support groups, legal help, shelter, practical and financial assistance.
(800) 621-HOPE (4673) Bilingual www.safehorizon.org
Sakhi for South Asian Women
Confidential advocacy, referral, support services for battered South Asian Women. For Asian Indian, Bangladeshi, Nepalese, Pakistani and Sri Lankan women. (212) 868-6741 www.sakhi.com
Sanctuary for Families
Dedicated to the safety, healing and self-sufficiency of battered women and their children. Offer such services as shelter, legal help, and counseling. English: (800) 942-6906; Spanish: (800) 942-6908;
Gay and Lesbian: (212) 714-1141 www.sanctuaryforfamilies.org
Victim Services Agency
(800) 247-8035
(718) 923-4325
Women's Law.Org
state-by-state legal information for women living with or escaping domestic violence. Use pull-down menu on left to access information by state. Find out about obtaining an order of protection, custody laws, divorce. English and Spanish versions. http://www.womenslaw.org
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The Hope Line (La Linea de la Esperanza)
provides social services to domestic violence victims and others, including clothes, food, financial guidance, referrals to domestic violence shelters, immigration work and more. 421 East 155th Street, Bronx, NY 10455 (718) 402-1212 http://www.thehopeline.org
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Family Justice Center
One-stop center for victims of domestic violence; clients need only to go to one office to have all their needs met. 350 Jay Street, 15th floor; (718) 250-5111.

Early Intervention Services

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Early Intervention Service Coordination of NYC
consult this website for information about general developmental milestones from birth to thirty months. If there is a question as to whether a child is developing normally and the child’s doctor agrees, call this agency to coordinate services the city can provide to help the child catch up. There is no cost to the family and no U.S. citizenship requirement.(888) 424-3472 http://www.datalink-mhra.org/eisc/
Head Start
Head Start and Early Head Start offer development programs for children from birth to 5 years old from low income families. The website gives information on how to apply to Head Start and has a locator to help find a program in your area. www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/hsb
New York City Department of Health Early Intervention
Information on who is eligible for early intervention and what services are offered. Go to website or call 311. www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/earlyint/earlyservices.shtml
New York State Department of Health Early Intervention Services
part of the national Early Intervention Program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. To be eligible for services, the child must be under 3 years old and have a confirmed disability or established developmental delay in one or more of the following areas: physical, cognitive, communication, social-emotional, adaptive. This site provides links to a brochure, parent’s guide, publications, an the program’s mission and goals. Go to section on “family and community health” on right, then click on early intervention under “infants and children.” (212) 219-5213 http://www.health.state.ny.us/community/infants_children/early_intervention/index.htm

Education

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Advocates for Children of New York
AFC's Education Helpline provides answers to your school-related questions, including:

* the best school programs for a child;
* options for a student in need of medical accommodations;
* school transfers;
* special education evaluations, programs, services;
* promotional standards and timing of specialized high school exams;
* options available in bilingual education and ESL;
* school discipline and suspension issues
English and Spanish spoken.
(212) 947-9779 www.advocatesforchildren.org
Alternative High Schools and Programs
offers information on the various alternative schools in NYC, GED programs, adult education and more. http://schools.nyc.gov/OurSchools/Region79/default.htm
Association for the Help of Retarded Children
offers general and educational advocacy services to people of all ages with developmental disabilities who are experiencing difficulty accessing services or have problems with services being rendered. Generally provides assistance with education related issues but may help with other issues as well. Provides training for parents and professionals. (212) 780-2500. http://www.ahrcnyc.org/services/services.htm
Cornerstone Learning Center, Inc.
Provides tutoring, workshops on school, college, career and life skills and a week-long college tour out of the city. Academic summer day camp for middle school students. Helps kids improve their academic skills through the efforts of volunteer tutors. West 65th Street location. (212) 362-3920
Head Start of New York City
NY School District preschool program designed to meet each child's individual needs in a developmentally appropriate setting. Also concentrates on family-focused health, nutrition, and social services. http://www.nysheadstart.org/nyc.html
homeworkNYC.org
Find answers to homework questions! New site contains study guides, tips for writing research papers, online calculator, guides to best books, websites, magazines, printable library card application, links to "Ask a Librarian" and "Dial-A-Teacher" for live and online homework help. http://www.homeworkNYC.org
Inside Schools
From registration to graduation, everything you need to know about the NYC school system. Includes parent discussion forum and a section on where to get help. Information on gifted programs as well. Sponsored by Advocates for Children. Helpline: (212) 947-9779. Many languages spoken. www.insideschools.org/index.php
Liberty Partnerships Program Barnard College
Academic and social supportive services to intermediate, middle, junior or senior high school students who need help to complete high school. Broad range of comprehensive services to increase students’ desire to learn and their abilities, with the goal of entering college or the work force. (212) 854-7520 http://www.barnard.edu/liberty/
Literacy Assistance Center
Provides information about literacy programs for adults, out of school youth and families. Free and low-cost programs in ESL, adult education and GED preparation. (212) 803-3300 www.lacnyc.org
Living for the Young Family through Education
Provides comprehensive services to meet the needs of teenage parents who wish to stay in school or resume their education. Provides a school-based child care program for the babies of teenage parents. (212) 348-0608
National Center for Learning Disabilities
NCLD’s mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of learning disabilities, conduct educational programs, and provide national leadership in shaping public policy. Site includes information on types of learning disabilities and how to obtain and advocate for services. (888) 575-7373 www.ncld.org
New York City Dept. of Education
This site provides everything everyone might want to know about the Department of Education. Lots of information for parents, students, educators, including a complete listing of public schools by region, Special Education District 75, alternative high schools and programs, charter schools, high school directory, new schools, summer school and more. Call 311. http://schools.nyc.gov/default.aspx
New York Public Library
Free classes in English for speakers of other languages are offered at 20 branches in association with the Riverside Language Program. (212) 340-0918 www.nypl.org/classes/esol.html
U.S. Department of Education
Many resources just for parents, from preparing one’s child for school to finding schools, helping children read, special needs. www.ed.gov/parents/landing.jhtml?src=pn
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East Side House Settlement
services include child care and Head Start programs; educational, recreational and drug abuse prevention programs. Building on the success of its educational work, has created a high school for young people in the South Bronx who aspire to higher education. Also programs for families and the elderly. 337 Alexander Street, Bronx, NY 10454 (718) 665-5250 http://www.eastsidehouse.org
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United Community Centers
offers service programs to residents of East New York including preschool and afterschool youth education, health and HIV prevention. Evening programs include adult ESOL classes, citizenship training, basic education, computer skills. 613 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207 (718) 649-7979
ACE Integration Head Start
An early childhood education program for low-income children in Bushwick. A child-centered approach, this program integrates children with disabilities into the classroom. Enhances readiness for school while providing social services to families. 1419-23 Broadway, Brooklyn; (718) 443-3917.
NY State Parent Education and Awareness Program
Are you a parent separating from your spouse or partner or going through a divorce? Contact this program to learn how the breakup affects your children and to learn to make your new family life easier for you and your kids. Call (888) 809-2798. http://www.nycourts.gov/ip/parent-ed

Employment

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New York City Employment and Training Coalition
The NY City training program database. Look for a job or a specific kind of educational or job training program. (212) 253-6873 www.nycetc.org/training_programs.php
NY State Department of Civil Service
How to find out about working for the government in New York State and taking the civil service exam. (877) NYS-JOBS www.cs.state.ny.us
New York State Department of Labor Workforce
Information on unemployment benefits, career services, and more. (800) HIRE- 992
www.labor.state.ny.us
NEW/Nontraditional Employment for Women
Helps women find skilled blue-collar jobs in fields dominated by men. These jobs offer more opportunity for good wages and benefits that those traditionally held by women. (212) 627-6252 www.new-nyc.org
Henry Street Settlement Workforce Development Center
Comprehensive range of job training, placement and retention services for adults and youth. Daytime and evening courses. (212) 478-5400
Workforce1
Helps people prepare for the job they want. Offers job search resources, career counseling, interviewing advice, resume help, job placement and GED and ESL classes and vouchers for job training. Offices in all boroughs.
Manhattan: (917) 493-7000
http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/wf1/html/home/home.shtml
YWCA of the City of New York: Re-Entry Employment Program
for displaced homemakers. Helps women compete in the job market. Provides women with the opportunity to gain skills, knowledge and confidence to enter or reenter the workforce and thus support themselves and their families. (212) 735-9573. http://www.ywcanyc.org
Dress for Success
Offers services to help clients enter the workforce and stay employed. Each client receives one suit when she has a job interview and a week's worth of separates when she gets the job. The Professional Women's Group program then provides ongoing support to help the client build a successful career. (212) 684-3611 http://www.dressforsuccess.org/newyork/
Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corp
Helps people obtain and keep stable jobs. Offers work supports like child care referrals, job skills training, and credit and career counseling.
(718) 839-1100 www.whedco.org/about.php
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STRIVE - East Harlem Employment Service
provides help to young adults who have had trouble finding and keeping a job. Highly successful program offers job training, placement. East 123rd Street location. (212) 360-1100
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Osborne Association
Programs for people involved in the criminal justice system including employment and training services, prison re-entry, and family services. (718) 707-2600 http://www.osborneny.org/employment_and_training.htm

Food and Nutrition

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Federal Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Website with information on how to apply for WIC benefits and programs. For local WIC office in New York call (800) 522-5006 www.fns.usda.gov/wic
City of New York
Family guide website on getting help with nutrition programs such as WIC, food stamps, and reduced price school meals (breakfast, lunch, after-school snacks) as well as meals in the summer. Call 311 www.nyc.gov/html/cwi/family/html/nutrition/nutrition.shtml
Council on the Environment of New York City (Greenmarkets)
Sponsor of the city's Greenmarkets which bring fresh fruits, vegetables, and other fresh items straight from the farm to New Yorkers. Site contains a map of all Greenmarkets in the city, including the Mount Sinai one at Madison Avenue and 99th Street, which is held from July through November on Fridays from 8-5. http://www.cenyc.org/site
Food Bank NYC
An organization that services community food programs throughout the city. Their website has a searchable agency directory of food pantries and soup kitchens.

For emergency food help, call (866) NYC-FOOD. English, Spanish and Russian; press 8 for Food and Hunger Hotline. www.foodbanknyc.org
Food Help Hotline
For referrals to food pantries and soup kitchens all over the city, call (866) 888-8777.
State of New York – Department of Health
Department of Health nutrition home page with information on WIC, farmer’s market programs, and community nutrition programs. Hotline provides confidential information and referral 24/7 in English and Spanish.
(800) 522-5006 www.health.state.ny.us/prevention/nutrition
FoodChange
Dedicated to improving the lives of New York’s adults and children though nutrition, education, and financial empowerment. The website has information on local programs, healthy recipes, and nutrition education.
Main Office (212) 665-9082
Food stamp call center (212) 894-8060 www.foodchange.org
New York State Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
website contains information on community-based programs aimed at preventing overweight/obesity. www.health.state.ny.us/prevention/obesity/activ8kids
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Community Kitchen of West Harlem
Operates a daily 4-6 pm dinner program at no cost. Families can also pick up prepared food to take home for their children. Also operates Culinary Training Program which trains people for entry-level positions in the food service industry. An Entitlements Clinic assists people with their income taxes, eviction prevention and other issues related to housing. Located at 252 West 116th Street. Run by FoodChange (212) 894-8094 www.cfrcnyc.org/food/pantry.html
Community League of the Heights
This community based organization offers a food pantry serving 1000 families per month; open daily from 1-3 pm. 500 West 159th Street, New York, NY 10032; (212) 795-4779. http://www.cloth159.org
Good Shepherd Church
108 Cooper Street (take A train to 207th St); Sat. 9-10:30. Bring ID. (212) 567-1300.

Health Insurance

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Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
click on link for “People with Medicare and Medicaid” at the top of the page (800) 505-5678.
http://www.cms.hhs.gov/home/medicaid.asp
Healthy New York
information on insurance coverage for small businesses and individuals (866) 432-5849. http://www.healthyny.org
Institute for Urban Family Health
helps people in the Bronx and Manhattan apply for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and other government entitlement programs. Spanish spoken. In Manhattan call (212) 924-7744 and ask for "help getting health insurance." In the Bronx, call (718) 293-3900. http://www.institute2000.org
New York Online Access to Health (NOAH)
provides lots of information about health insurance, including New York State programs.

http://www.noah-health.org/en/rights/ins.html
New York State Insurance Department/Insurance Information for Consumers
describes the different kinds of subsidized insurance plans available to New Yorkers, including PCAP (Prenatal Care Assistance Program), Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus, and more. Many languages spoken (212) 480-6422. http://www.ins.state.ny.us/chealth.htm
NYC Managed Care Consumer Assistance Program
helps guide consumers through the health care system--with information, advice, and advocacy on all types of health insurance. Services offered include finding the right health coverage, doctors and specialists to resolving billing problems and questioning or appealing treatment decisions by health plans. Hotline: (212) 614-5400. http://www.nycmccap.org
Resource Entitlement Advocacy Program (REAP)
a service of Mount Sinai Medical Center, Madison Avenue between 97th and 98th Streets. Provides a central source of information and help to hospital patients and neighborhood residents to apply for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and other government entitlement programs. Call for appointment. Spanish spoken. (212) 423-2800.

Housing

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New York City Housing Authority
Call for answers to public housing questions. Find out what programs may be helpful. Closed Wednesdays.

Manhattan (212) 828-7100
Brooklyn 718-250-5900
Bronx 718-329-7803
Queens 718-286-7500
Staten Island 718 -448-7326 www.nyc.gov/html/nycha/html/home/home.shtml
New York City Affordable Housing Resource Center
Join the housing lottery. For information call the Affordable Housing Hotline at 311. www.nyc.gov/html/housinginfo/html/home/home.shtml
Homelessness Prevention Services
If you're at risk of becoming homeless, your first step should be to call the City of New York helpline at 311. Out of the city call (212) NEW YORK. www.nyc.gov/html/dhs/html/atrisk/at_risk.shtml
City of New York
All buildings are required by law to maintain apartments in safe, livable condition and to provide heat from October 1-May 31 and hot water all year. Report problems to 311
Jiggetts for Families
Available for some families on public assistance. Provides a monthly rent supplement (in addition to the regular shelter allowance) and may pay all back rent. To apply, call the Center for Housing Assistance (CHAT) Center at (212) 666-8401 or (212) 894-8094. www.nyc.gov/html/dhs/html/atrisk/behindrent.shtml
Rental Arrears Grants for Families
NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA) can help tenants who have legal possession of an apartment or applicants who have been evicted but whose landlords are willing to re-rent the apartment to you. This program may pay back rent through a “rental arrears grant.” Call 311 to reach the HRA Job Center and ask for a rental arrears grant
Tenant Support Services
Provides many services for families in NYC managed buildings to prevent homelessness. Provide referrals to helping agencies, classes on family and life skills issues such as parenting, health, nutrition, home and money management. (212) 863-5777. www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/html/tenants/tss.shtml
Healthy Neighborhoods Program
Operated by the City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Addresses health issues like asthma, home injuries, lead poisoning. Will make home visits, work with landlords to correct unhealthy building conditions, make referrals to helping agencies and medical care. All services free. (212) 360-5980
Neighborhood Preservation Project
Provides advice and legal help to New Yorkers threatened with loss of housing; also helps with public benefits issues when these impact ability to pay rent. From 2-4:30 on Wednesdays and Fridays (212) 417-3700 www.mfy.org/neighborhood.shtml
HomeBase
Helps families avoid homelessness by solving problems that can lead to loss of housing. Offers family mediation, landlord mediation, household budgeting help, legal services, financial help, household repairs and more. (917) 492-1019
Supportive Housing Network of New York
Information on what’s available in single occupancy residences. Click on the comprehensive "Guide to Supportive Housing Resources in New York." (212) 870-3303 www.shnny.org
The Door
Its legal services center may help those in foster care ready to live on their own obtain a housing subsidy to help pay a portion of rent.
(212) 941-9090, ext. 3280. www.door.org
Mortgage Payment Assistance Hotline
For families falling behind on mortgage payments, this national agency will work with a family's mortgage company to arrange a plan to catch up missed payments. Housing counselors will discuss all options available to avoid losing your home. The agency does not make loans or buy property. (800) 750-8956
Pathways to Housing
provides help to those suffering from mental illness or substance abuse find and keep apartments. Sobriety is not necessary for obtaining housing. Helps to ensure that apartment repairs and emergencies are handled. Provides support and treatment to clients. 55 West 125th Street, 10th floor. (212) 289-0000. http://pathwaystohousing.org
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Eviction Intervention Services
A nonprofit housing organization for people who live on the East Side of Manhattan. Two evenings a week EIS offers housing advice to low-income residents and helps with Jiggetts applications. Other services include legal advice, anti-eviction help for woman-headed families, declutter homelessness prevention, tenant education workshops, housing maintenance repairs and followup. Located on ground floor of Lexington United Methodist Church between Lexington and Third Aves.
(212) 308-2210. http://www.eisny.org
Coalition for the Homeless
Provides several programs to prevent homelessness, such as a rental assistance program which provides a monthly stipend to defray the expense of housing, coupled with case management to create a plan for being financially self-sufficient. The Scattered Site Housing Program offers permanent housing, personal support, and services to homeless persons and families living with HIV/AIDS. The Bridge Building program provides apartments for women and children, many of whom need housing in order to reunited with children in foster care. (212) 776-2000. http://www.coalitionforthehomeless.org
Riverside Edgecombe Neighborhood Association (RENA)
Provides housing and community service programs where people can learn about tenant rights, receive assistance with housing benefits, organize tenant associations, and teach tenants how to improve their buildings.544 West 157th Street; (212) 234-2285.
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Emergency Assistance Unit
(718)402-6277

Immigration/Refugee Services

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New York Immigration Hotline
Referrals in several languages. (800) 566-7636
Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA)
Helps immigrants find out which city services they can access, helps locate community groups with staff who speak their language; provides information about pending applications from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Call 311 www.nyc.gov/html/imm/html/home/home.shtml
New York Association for New Americans
Assists new immigrants and their families in every aspect of their lives, from education and healthcare to legal advice and job placement. Programs include refugee resettlement, citizenship and ESL classes, legal services, job training and placement. (212) 425-2900. www.nyana.org
US Citizenship and Immigration Services
Provides information and help on matters concerning immigration services and benefits.
(800) 375-5283 http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis
U.S. Immigration Support
Download applications for green card lottery, visas, citizenship papers, sponsoring relatives and more. Site available in English and Spanish. Not part of the U.S. government. www.usimmigrationsupport.org
Alianza Dominicana Inc
Works with the Dominican community to help families break the cycle of poverty and fulfill their potential as members of the global community. Offers GED, ESL, citizenship and computer training classes. (212) 740-1960 www.alianzadom.org
Arab-American Family Support Center
Provides comprehensive social services to Arab-American families and children and helps Arabic-speaking immigrants to adjust to a new culture; offers legal advice, help with citizenship and green card applications and Special Registration.
(718) 643-8000 www.aafscny.org
Asian-American Legal Defense and Education Fund
Conducts free multilingual legal advice clinics for new immigrants and low-income Asian-Americans as well as education about their legal rights.
(212) 966-5932 www.aaldef.org
Asociacion Tepeyac de New York
Works with the Mexican community. ESL classes, legal advice, ID cards, employment advice, computer classes and support groups.
(212) 633-7108 www.tepeyac.org
BOC Network - Refugee Microenterprise Development Project
Persons who desire to start or expand their own business in NYC and who can provide proof of their refugee/asylum status can get free expert advice from BOC's trained multilingual counselors. This service has helped people with such businesses as stores, contracting, restaurants, fashion, import/export, internet, child care, and more. (718) 624-9115. http://www.bocnet.org
Catholic Charities of New York
Assists immigrants and refugees with legal help, case processing, resettlement services, refugee reception, employment help, telephone hotline, information and referral for legal and undocumented aliens, individual case advocacy, general education emergency assistance and outreach. (212) 371-1000.
http://www.catholiccharitiesny.org/
Chinese Progressive Association
Supports immigrant rights education, counseling and advocacy, English and citizenship classes, lead poisoning and environmental issues outreach, social activities, youth internship program. (212) 274-1891
Chinese-American Planning Council
Offers comprehensive and accessible benefits for low-income residents and non-English speaking immigrants in the primarily Chinese neighborhoods. Services include job training and placement; medical, housing, education and legal advice.
(212) 941-0030 www.cpc-nyc.org
Coalition for Asian American Children and Families
Only children’s advocacy organization for Asian-American community, serving children to age 22. Works with the East Asian, Southeast Asian, and South Asian communities, challenges stereotypes about Asian Americans, connects communities and policy makers, empowers parents to advocate for their children. Website provides directory of services targeted to Cambodian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, South Asian, Vietnamese persons. (212) 809-4675. www.cacf.org
Haitian Americans United for Progress
Primarily serves the Haitian community but is open to all NYC residents. Offers information and referral services for immigration and other legal issues. Also offers ESL, citizenship, computer and literacy classes. (718) 377-1745 http://www.haupinc.org
Lutheran Social Services of Metropolitan NY
Undocumented residents (adult and youth) can come for resettlement assistance and cultural transitioning help. Asian Minors program helps unaccompanied youth from Asia and other areas find homes with relatives or sponsors. Holds support groups. (212) 265-1826. http://www.lssny.org/site/c.guLRK3MLIrG/b.1103569/k.BF72/Home.htm
Union Settlement Association
Serves mostly East Harlem residents. Offers ESL, GED, and citizenship classes and immigration counseling. (212) 828-6298. www.unionsettlement.org
Caribbean Women's Health Association
provides legal, counseling, support, and educational services designed to foster family unification, assist immigrants in becoming American citizens, and help families access needed services, adjust to their environment, and resolve immigration problems. Multi-lingual, professional staff also work with CWHA's social support programs to connect clients with housing, educational, entitlement, employment, family support, and health services. (718) 868-4746 http://www.cwha.org
Haitian Centers Council, Inc.
Various locations serving the Haitian community. Offers services for immigration/refugee assistance and citizenship education. (718) 855-0972 http://www.hccinc.org
Asian Americans for Equality
offers open access and computer literacy programs for adults and children--in English, Mandarin, Cantonese&Spanish. Free for kids, low-cost for adults. Also offers housing legal help, immigration and naturalization services, health care access, food stamps enrollment and benefits advice. (212) 979-8988; Queens: (347) 438-0062 http://www.aafe.org
Filipino American Human Services
Improves social conditions and enhances self-reliance of vulnerable segments of Filipino-American community in NYC, particularly youth, women, recent immigrants, and the elderly. Offers youth development, case management, counseling, domestic violence prevention, health outreach. (718) 532-9606 http://www.fahsi.org
African Cultural Center Inc.
Dedicated to offering artistic and educational programs of African culture for economically disadvantaged youth and providing immigrants with resources that will help them adjust to life in the U.S. (646) 383-4991 http://www.accenter.org
Upwardly Global
organization that brings highly qualified immigrants and progressive employers together. Jobseekers must be already permanent residents of the U.S. and work-authorized. Help is offered in resume writing, interviewing, and networking.401 Broadway (near Canal St.) Suite 800; (212) 219-8828. http://upwardlyglobal.org
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Arab American Association of New York
Founded after 9/11, this agency provides services to members of this community including counseling, access to healthcare (for documented and undocumented persons), transportation and interpretation help, legal and immigration help, after-school tutoring and more. Although focusing its attention on Arab-Americans, no low-income or immigrant person will be turned away. 7111 Fifth Avenue, Brooklyn (718) 745-3523 http://www.arabamericanny.org
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Caribbean Immigrant Services
Information and referral on citizenship and legal issues, mental health and social services. Open M-F 10-6 pm. 15905 Hillside Avenue, second floor, Jamaica, NY 11432; (718) 523-2861.
Puerto Rican Family Institute
offers culturally and linguistically sensitive services to the Latino community Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan. Mental health, case management, foster care prevention, Head Start and other services. Of special note is the Fatherhood Initiative Program; workshops for fathers and couples are conducted in English and Spanish. For the Fatherhod Program call (718) 963-4430, ext. 496. For all other Puerto Rican Family Insitute services and locations call (212) 924-6320. http://www.prfi.org

Legal Services

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Child-Support Enforcement Hotline
For single moms who are owed child support, the U.S.Department of Health and Human Services will send them a free handbook complete with good advice and all their local contact numbers for help. (877) 696-6775 http://www.hhs.gov
Door Legal Services Center
free legal services for young people ages 12-21 including help with immigration and family court and on such matters as establishing emancipation. (212) 941-9090 ext. 3280. http://www.door.org/programs/legal.html
InMotion
Links women who need legal help (domestic violence, custody, child support and more) with no-cost lawyers. New free walk-in clinic in the Bronx on the second Saturday of each month at 2432 Grand Concourse #506. English and Spanish spoken.
Bronx (718) 562-8181
Manhattan (212) 695-3800. http://www.inmotiononline.org
Law Help.Org
Outstanding gateway site for lower-income New Yorkers to learn about free legal services available in the city. Find lawyers that can help with issues of immigration, public benefits, health, housing and much more. Many languages represented. http://www.lawhelp.org/NY
Legal Aid Society
Provides free legal services to residents of NYC who meet income requirements.
Main Office: 212-577-3300
Juvenile Rights Divisions:
Manhattan (212) 312-2260
Brooklyn (718) 237-3100
Queens (718) 298-8900
Bronx (718) 579-7900
Staten Island (718) 981-0219
www.legal-aid.org
Legal Health
offers weekly legal clinics at Mount Sinai pediatric associates and other hospitals and also represents patients in legal matters. Make appointment through child’s pediatric clinic. http://www.legalhealth.org
LIFT – Legal Information for Families
provides legal information to families navigating the family court system. Services include legal resource guides, information hotline, and education and information sites located in the family court buildings in each county.
Hotline: (212) 343-1122 http://www.liftonline.org/index.html
New York Legal Assistance Group
offers a wide variety of legal services to low-income New Yorkers (212) 613-5000. http://www.nylag.org
Partnership for Children's Rights
Formerly Legal Services for Children.
Provides free legal help to disadvantaged children in NYC. Can help in finding special education services, Social Security disability benefits. Also provides training and education programs to families in need. Spanish spoken. M-F 10-12 noon. Call to find out what to bring to first appointment.
(212) 683-7999
http://www.kidslaw.org
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Legal Aid Society Juvenile Rights Division
Handles cases of neglect and delinquency, represents children in family court proceedings. Spanish spoken. Free. 111 Livingston Street, 8th floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201; (718) 250-4270. http://www.legal-aid.org/en/ineedhelp/juvenilerights.aspx
South Brooklyn Legal Services
Offers free legal help for low-income families in the following areas: employment, childcare, housing, HIV, special education, SSI/disability, taxes, government benefits. Call before coming in. 105 Court Street, 3rd floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201 (718) 237-5500. http://www.sbls.org

Literacy

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Centers for Reading and Writing
coordinated by the New York Public Library, these classes help adults who have trouble reading and writing to reach their goals and help their communication skills in a student-centered environment. Small group instruction by trained volunteer tutors. (212) 340-0918 http://www.nypl.org/branch/local/crw
English Classes for Speakers of other Languages
sponsored by the New York Public Library. Classes are held at library branches. For information about registration, call M-F 9-5 (212) 340-0918. http://www.nypl.org/classes/esol_man.html
Literacy Assistance Center
provides literacy programs for adults, out-of-school youth, and families. Over 800 programs across NY state provide free and low-cost programs in English for speakers of other languages, adult basic education, and GED preparation.
To find a program in NYC (212) 803-3333. http://www.lacnyc.org
Literacy Inc. (LINC)
works in low-income neighborhoods to bring local resources together in teams to plan and carry out early partner programs and community literacy events. Connects with literacy groups in every borough. Committed to the idea that every child can read on time. (212) 620-5462 http://www.lincnyc.org
New York City Literacy Programs
The Department of Youth and Community Development coordinates the city's literacy services.
  • Adolescent Literacy Program - After school program for students in grades 6 and 7, designed to strengthen reading, writing, and communication skills.

  • Adult Literacy Program - Helps adults acquire reading and writing skills.

  • English Language Program - For those who speak little or no English.

  • Family Literacy Program - Offers parents and their school-aged children the opportunity to work together on developing their reading, writing, and English-language skills.
    • http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/reading_writing/reading_writing.shtml
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Inwood Community Services
In addition to ESL and literacy services, this community-based organization offers youth services such as afterschool and camp programs, mental health counseling, drug/alcohol abuse counseling and other services in English and Spanish.651 Academy Street, 3rd floor; (212) 942-0043. http://www.inwoodcommunityservices.com

Mental Health

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Ackerman Institute for the Family
offers family therapy which brings together family members to solve their shared problems. Also sponsors the Center for Children and Relational Trauma and other programs. (212) 879-4900.
http://www.ackerman.org
Asian LifeNet
offers toll free and confidential crisis intervention and referral services for mental health and substance abuse programs for Asian-language speaking metropolitan NY residents (Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean, Fujianese). Bilingual specialists will help callers find the best resources for their needs. Also offers seminars on stress reduction, anxiety and depression screening. Hotline hours M-F 6am-10 pm, Sat-Sun 12 noon-midnight. (877) 990-8585 http://www.asianmentalhealth.org/
Compassionate Friends
assists families in resolving grief after the death of a child of any age and provides information to help others be supportive. Sibling resources, online chat. Support groups in English and Spanish in NYC. Call for the location of the nearest chapter(877)969-0010. http://www.compassionatefriends.org
Compassionate Friends Manhattan Chapter
provides friendship and understanding to bereaved parents and their families who have experienced the death of a child at any age from any cause. TCF assists families in the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child and provides information to help others be supportive. Support group meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm at Marble Collegiate Church, 3 West 29th Street (off Fifth Avenue). Meetings are open to parents, grandparents and adult siblings of children who have died at any age or from any cause. (212) 217-9647. Visit the website for moderated online chat schedules. http://www.geocities.com/tcfmanhattan/?20069
Families Together in New York State
offers lots of information, resources for families of children with emotional and behavioral challenges; moderated chat. Toll-free referral line (888) 326-8644. http://www.ftnys.org.
Fordham-Tremont Community Mental Health Center
Child and family services include outpatient mental health services, family support and case management. Also offers PACT - a bilingual program for 'at risk'families.
Child, Adolescent and Family Services 718-960-0389
Rev. David Casella Children's Services (DCCS) 718-933-1500
PACT 718-960-0224 www.fordhamtremont.org/children.htm
Institute for Urban Family Health
offers individual and family therapy and psychiatry at health centers in the Bronx (for adults and children 5 years old and up) and in Manhattan for adults and teens age 16 and up. (718) 293-3900 (Bronx); (212-924-7744 (Manhattan) http://www.institute2000.org/health/mental_hc.htm
Inwood Community Services
provides a wide range of services for neighborhood residents: mental health, ESL, literacy programs for adults, youth services such as after school programs and day camp, drug/alcohol counseling and more. English and Spanish spoken. 651 Academy Street, 3rd floor. (212) 942-0043. http://www.inwoodcommunityservices.com
Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services
offers broad range of mental health services for parents and children—evaluation and assessment, crisis intervention, psychotherapy, psychological testing, program for bereaved children and their caregivers, play therapy, therapeutic nursery. Helpline – someone to listen, someone to care 24/7: (212) 582-9100. Youth Counseling League (for teens): (212) 481-2500. http://www.jbfcs.org
Jewish Child Care Association
Services for children with mental health diagnoses. 3003 Avenue H, Brooklyn, NY 11210; (718) 859-4500. http://www.jccany.org
Loss and Bereavement Program for Children and Adolescents
provides bereavement groups designed to help children and adolescents cope with the death of a parent or caretaker. These groups are held at Jewish Board of Family Counseling Services throughout the city. Individual and group counseling are also available for surviving caretakers. (212) 632-4692 http://www.jbfcs.org/wwa/program.php
Mental Health Association of New York - LIFENET
runs family support programs, helps families receive up-to-date information and referrals, provides in-home respite care for parents of children with mental health issues. Programs for teens too. (212) 964-5253. LifeNet: for mental health crisis or emergency, hotline 24/7, provides free, anonymous help in three languages: (800) LifeNet (English); (877) Ayudese (Spanish); (877) 990-8585 (Asian).
http://www.mhaofnyc.org
Metropolitan Center for Mental Health
On the Upper West Side of Manhattan, provides a wide range of mental health services including individual and group psychotherapy, child and adolescent therapy, Hispanic family services (bilingual). Sliding scale fees; Medicaid accepted. (212) 864-7000 http://www.metropolitancenter.com
National Alliance on Mental Illness of NY State
Ask about the Family to Family Program, a 12-week course offered to and taught by people who have a loved one with a serious mental illness. (212) 865-2770 http://naminys.org
SAVI - Seeking Safety Treatment Group
Mount Sinai's Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Program is sponsoring a 12-week free and confidential treatment program for adult female survivors of childhood sexual abuse with self-harming behaviors. It will be held Tuesdays from 3-4:30 pm at Mount Sinai. Call (212) 241-7394 for more information and to register.
Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center
(AKA Emma L. Bowen Community Center) – provides comprehensive services in a caring environment. Bilingual staff of 160 healthcare providers serves children through adults with a broad range of mental health issues. (212) 694-9200. http://www.ummhcinc.org

Parenting Resources

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92nd Street Y Parenting Center
Offers a variety of activities and programs for parents and children, as well as information, resources and support. Non-members welcome at the Parenting Center. Classes for new parents held regularly. (212) 415-5611 www.92y.org
Administration for Children’s Services of NYC (ACS)
Part of NY City government that supports children and families. Assists in becoming foster or adoptive parent. http://www.nyc.gov/html/acs/html/home/home.shtml
American Academy of Pediatrics
Website packed with resources for parents, including a guide to finding a pediatrician, preventing injuries, and information sheets on health topics. www.aap.org/parents.html
Attachment Parenting International
A kid-friendly parent group that provides information and networking for local families. Free monthly meetings on parenting and child development topics with the goal of building strong emotional bonds between parents and kids. Free, but $45 membership fee encouraged. (212) 473-4525 www.attachmentparenting.org
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York (Manhattan&Bronx)
Services include counseling, help in getting benefits, emergency financial aid for rent, utility bills, transportation, food, and clothes. Specific problems such as unplanned pregnancy, substance abuse, mental health, childcare, domestic violence, health care, job training, and immigration issues are handled by this group’s agencies and programs. The staff will meet in person or consult by phone.
(212) 371-1000 www.catholiccharitiesny.org/
Center for Effective Parenting
Website contains loads of parenting information handouts in English and Spanish. www.parenting-ed.org/parenting_handouts.htm
Children’s Aid Society
Provides medical&dental services for women and children, counseling, teen pregnancy prevention, foster boarding homes, winter respite camps for disabled children, programs to help keep families together, early childhood obesity prevention, legal advocacy. (212) 949-4800 www.childrensaidsociety.org
Children’s Rights Council
Website for single parents contains information on parental rights, visitation, education, job sources, and more. In Spanish, too. http://www.gocrc.com/
Fatherhood Initiative Program
offers free parenting workshops to all fathers at locations throughout Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens&Manhattan. Also offers free relationship skills workshops for couples. Participants receive incentives for attendance and completion of workshops. Program can be presented to schools, daycare centers, churches, and social services agencies. For more information, call (718) 963-4430 ext. 4496 or 4501.
New York Foundling Hospital:
Offers family-centered preventive services to help the entire family, among them classes to teach parents and single mothers to care for their new babies and help for parents to overcome addictions and provide for the emotional and physical needs of their families. (212) 633-9300. http://www.nyfoundling.org
Nurse-Family Partnership
a free program for women having their first baby. A qualified, specially trained nurse will visit an expecting mother's home throughout her pregnancy and continue to visit until the baby is two years old. Nurses help ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby; help babyproof the home; obtain referrals to other support services; model effective parenting skills. Women who are pregnant with their first baby and who are less than 28 weeks pregnant are eligible. The program is now available in Harlem, East New York, Astoria, Coney Island, Staten Island, and the Lower East Side.
Call: (212) 788-5290; (212) 788-3058 (After Hours) - Map of service areas
NY State Parent Education&Awareness Program
Are you a parent separating from your spouse or partner or going through a divorce? Contact this program to learn how the breakup affects your children and to learn to make your new family life easier for you and your kids. Call (888) 809-2798. http://www.nycourts.gov/ip/parent-ed
Parent to Parent of New York State
Matches parents with a trained support parent who also has a child with a similar disability, chronic illness, health care concern or help with parenting issues. Helps families receive the information and services they need. Can help explain Medicaid Service Coordination. (866) 727-6970 http://www.parenttoparentnys.org
Parents: The Anti-Drug
Website in many languages to promote awareness of drug use among teens, with advice and information. Get a “parenting tips” newsletter. Sponsored by the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign. www.theantidrug.com
Room to Grow
Is dedicated to enriching the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their first three years. Clothing, toys, books, and some gear as well as parenting support to qualified parents from the 8th month of pregnancy until age 3. (212) 620-7800 www.roomtogrow.org
Welcome to Parenthood: A Family Guide
Information from the State of New York on new parenthood, including information on what life with a new baby is like. http://www.health.state.ny.us/community/infants_children/child_health/welcome.htm
Young Mothers Mentoring Program of Big Brothers Big Sisters
provides female mentors for pregnant and parenting teen mothers ages 19 and under. Mentors offer support, friendship and positive role modeling. The baby can come along on their outings. The pair spends eight hours a month together for a minimum of one year. (212) 686-2042 http://www.bigsnyc.org
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Little Sisters of the Assumption
Located in East Harlem, Little Sisters provides a range of services including a family life program which offers parenting classes, day camps for children, a day care center, classes in English as a second language, an emergency food pantry, and more. (212) 987-4422 http://www.littlesistersfamily.org
Child Welfare Organizing Project
Offers a free, confidential peer-led support group for NYC parents involved with the local public child welfare system. Held every Wednesday from 11am-1 pm at the East Harlem Neighborhood Center, 80 East 110th Street, between Park and Madison.
(212) 348-3000 Spanish spoken. www.cwop.org
Loisaida, Inc.
Serves Lower East Side children and youth. Programs include parenting support groups and a young fathers program. (212) 505-6902 http://www.loisaidainc.org
Goldman YMHA/YWHA
Open to members of all faiths. Scores of classes for kids, birthday parties, playgroups, afterschool program, parenting workshops and more. East 14th Street. (212) 780-0800 www.14StreetY.org
Sinai Parents
A free parenting e-mail group mainly for parents of children infant to 6 years on the Upper East Side and Southeast Harlem as a way to share information and resources. To join, e-mail sinaiparents-owner@yahoogroups.com
Baby College
A valuable nine-week series of child development workshops offered to parents of children between the ages of 0-3. Free. Offered to pregnant or newly parenting residents of Harlem between 116th and 135th Streets and between Madison and Eighth Avenues only. (212) 665-9832 http://hcz.org/project/accomplishments.html
Harlem Dowling West Side Center for Children and Family Services
Helps children and their families in crisis and distress. Services include foster care and support for foster parents including teen mothers, adoption, therapeutic placement and supportive housing for youth aging out of foster care. Offers respite and case management services to Harlem families with children with developmental delay. Related preventive services include family preservation, HIV/AIDS services, family support services and after-school programs for children and families in Central Harlem, Washington Heights, Southeast Queens, and Far Rockaway. Parenting classes in English and Spanish. (212) 749-3656 http://www.harlemdowling.org
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Little Flower Children's Services
Offers foster care prevention services as well as parenting skills classes and more. 186 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201; (718) 260-8840. http://littleflowerny.org

Physical Health

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HIV/AIDS Information Outreach Project
This comprehensive site contains information about the many organizations providing HIV/AIDS related services in NYC. Organizations listed provide case management, education, hospice care, law and legal services, mental health and counseling, services for women, children and teens, employment, housing, support groups and more. http://www.aidsnyc.org/
NYC HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA)
offers a single entry point for applications, information, referrals for such services as help with housing, insurance, finances, benefits, and much more. For persons with symptomatic HIV or AIDS. Call M-F 9-5 (212) 971-0626. http://www.nyc.gov/html/hra/html/medical_insurance/hasa.shtml
New York City Free Clinic
offers a wide range of free medical services to the uninsured people of New York City age 18 and older, regardless of immigration status. Hours: Saturday from 9-12:45 pm. When calling for an appointment (no walk in visits at this time), please follow the recorded instructions, spellling your name, with date of birth, and leave a phone number where you can be reached. There may be a small charge for prescription medications. (917) 544-0735. http://www.med.nyu.edu/nycfreeclinic