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Provides help to individuals in various ways to attain employment. Offers guidance in getting a GED, get vocational training, benefits assistance, filling out applications, resume writing and practice job interviewing skills.

Works to change legislation and public policy for various issues which directly affect women in the work place, sports, medical issues, etc., and to educate others on the discrimination and the lack of rights towards women.

Offers individuals with Huntington's, and their families, support and information about possible community resources, research, and latest treatments. Also provides a variety of informational modes regarding issues dealing with Huntington's, including online resources.

Provides respite services for families of children with developmental disabilities, that can be in the home or out of the home, during the day, evenings or overnight.

Owns and manages low rental subsidized housing for income eligible individuals and families.

Provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to give back by "adopting" a child or family and purchasing toys or clothing items for the holidays. Low-income families in need must apply to be recipients of this program.

Direct individuals, families to local pantry services where anyone who needs it can get food assistance. Assists with the enrollment in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Provides respite care, information and referral, crisis intervention, case management, day program placement, residential placement, aging out services, and advocacy to the developmentally disabled ages 3 and up and their families.

Offers respite services for caregivers and families caring for someone at home, and need time off or away for short periods of time.

Offers an adult day program, six days a week, for older adults who need supervision during the day, which includes medical treatment, nursing, therapeutic recreational activities, transportation, meals and other support services.

Provides government subsidized housing to low income seniors, families and individuals with disabilities. Housing is located in various areas in Schroon Lake, Port Henry, and Elizabeth Town.

Provides an emergency shelter and crisis intervention services for runaway and homeless youth. Assist youth while they work out family conflict or emergency, court placement, or other issues.

Outpatient chemical dependency treatment program for adolescents and adults. Conducts psychiatric evaluations. Provides play therapy for children, parent education and guidance for positive parent child interaction. Offers family, individual and group counseling, vocational counseling, multi-modality intervention and support services. provides chemical dependency education and substance abuse prevention. Works with schools in the City of Long Beach to provide prevention education, counseling services, presentations and workshops. Referrals accepted from individuals, community agencies, hospitals, schools and rehabilitation centers.

Multipurpose centers that serve as focal points for older adults in the community and which offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are needed by and of interest to this population.

A contractual elder law attorney provides legal service to Orange County residents aged 60 and over. Service is limited to assistance with legal issues such as landlord/tenant disputes, consumer affairs, simple wills, health care proxy and power of attorney. Contact the Orange County NY Connects at 845-615-3710 to request Legal Assistance.

Provides pregnancy testing, ultrasound, vitamin supplements, nutritional evaluation, regular medical check-ups, counseling, baby care instruction, childbirth classes, and other services for low-income mothers-to-be who may not be able to afford good prenatal care. Also, provide postpartum pregnancy care services.

Monthly outreach program that provides food, clothing and household items to anyone in need. Emergency services when available.

Aids veterans transition from combat back to the main-stream of life, helps with employment issue, medical care, post-stress support and any other situation which may be encountered.

Advocates for quality, affordable and accessible child care in legislation and public policy for children and families. The Council collaborates and works with other child care organizations and community groups, schools, etc. to educate about and support high-quality child care.Child Care Council of Nassau outreaches to families via numerous organizations and agencies in the community through a variety of venues, including those that serve the Hispanic population (agency events, community fairs, libraries, churches, etc.). Families learn of various workshops, seminars, and webinars related to parenting in the community through email alerts from Council.Council actively participates with other child care and early education agencies in statewide efforts to create a cohesive and comprehensive agenda in Nassau County and Albany, and for clarification, support, and dissemination of statewide information.

Senior Activity Centers are vital hubs of social interaction and engagement, offering a wide array of activities and resources to our members. From socialization and camaraderie to recreational pursuits and educational programs, our centers provide a diverse range of options to cater to different interests. Our event calendars are packed with exciting opportunities, including exercise programs, guest speakers on various topics, musical entertainment, board games, cards, bingo, book clubs, shopping excursions, and local trips. Door to Door transportation is available. Participation is open to all 60+ years, regardless of economic circumstances, as there are no fees for access. While suggested donations of $4.00 per day for lunch and $2.00 per day for transportation are encouraged, no one is turned away for inability to contribute.

Community service club which raises funds for local/international charities. See website for chapter locator.

Provides expectant couples with information about infant care. topics covered include infant nutrition, health maintenance, common illnesses, and techniques of infant bathing, diapering and dressing during one 2.5 hour class.

Offers a curriculum, which is approved by the American Bar Association, provides students with a background in law as practiced in legal offices and trains them to prepare documents such as probate forms, title searches and closing statements, pleadings and discovery proceedings, legal memoranda, and corporate minutes and filings. Skilled use of the English language is essential and a high level of verbal competence is required for completion of the curriculum. Knowledge of word processing software packages is strongly recommended. Call for more detailed information.

All education classes earn points towards material resources i.e. cribs, strollers, breast pumps, pack-n-play, etc. Gently used clothing (NB-5T, maternity), diapers & blankets available for clients on an as-needed basis. Gift cards can be earned instead of baby items.