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* Provides crisis counseling for individuals dealing with rape, sexual assault/abuse, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and human trafficking.* Offers advocacy with other agencies and individuals.* Offers accompaniment to family and criminal court proceedings for people who are involved in domestic violence hearings.* Offers accompaniment to and advocacy with hospitals, the department of social services, law enforcement, and other agencies as needed.* Offers case management services related to housing, mental health, and educational needs. *Offers support groups and referral to long-term therapy for people who have been sexually assaulted.* Raises awareness and works towards the prevention of rape, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, incest, human trafficking, and domestic violence.* Offers education and presentations to schools, professional agencies, and the community on all topics related to agency services.

* Provides crisis counseling for individuals dealing with rape, sexual assault/abuse, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and human trafficking.* Offers advocacy with other agencies and individuals.* Offers accompaniment to family and criminal court proceedings for people who are involved in domestic violence hearings.* Offers accompaniment to and advocacy with hospitals, the department of social services, law enforcement, and other agencies as needed.* Offers case management services related to housing, mental health, and educational needs. *Offers support groups and referral to long-term therapy for people who have been sexually assaulted.* Raises awareness and works towards the prevention of rape, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, incest, human trafficking, and domestic violence.* Offers education and presentations to schools, professional agencies, and the community on all topics related to agency services.

* Helps people in crisis, traumatic, or victim situations by giving them information and help: Information about where to find community resources like basic needs, housing, food and other resources Domestic Violence Specialist available Talks with people to help them feel better, counseling support Provides case management helps spread info and awareness about orders to stay safe and get legal support Helps with going to court, including transportation Information and Support for victims Helps community members apply for funds for help and with paying back items stolen or damaged Helps encourage community outreach and learning Helps victims access support from the Office of Victim Services

* Offers advocacy for older adults on health and financial issues.* Provides Public awareness and education for older adults.* Offers AARP Chapter information.

* Assists veterans file claims for compensation and pension benefits.* Coordinates with local nursing homes to ensure veteran residents are in receipt of applicable benefits and Assisted Living facilities.* Submit claims for memorial benefits and procurement of discharge papers.* Provides advocacy and counseling services to veterans, their dependents or survivors.* Offers presentations for veteran organization, local businesses, public events, area colleges.

Provides professional assistance and advice to veterans, dependents, and widows in filing for benefits under existing federal, state and local laws and regulations. Offers individual advocacy and assistance regarding service benefits, application processes, problem-solving, and representation with U.S. Veterans Administration. Indigent veteran burial.

* Provides safe shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. * Offers crisis intervention services for survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, and/or human trafficking, and their families. * Provides personal, community, criminal justice, educational, medical, and legal advocacy. * Provides short-term and long-term counseling. * Provides case management, housing support and access to legal services.

Offers information, education and referral about adaptive equipment, accessibility, disability awareness, ramps and home modifications, medical equipment for loan, and civil rights for people with disabilities.

* Offers person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities. Services fall into five primary areas:

• Programs for individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries
• Services for individuals with mental health diagnoses
• Clinical services
• Inclusive preschool education
• Consumer-directed home care

* LAC provides free legal services to eligible New York residents who need help related to:

• Discrimination because of a criminal record. Includes assistance finding and correcting mistakes on rap sheets and commercial background checks, certificates of rehabilitation, filing employment discrimination complaints, gathering evidence of rehabilitation, and more.
• Discrimination because of an alcohol/drug history. Includes assistance for individuals who have who face discrimination for participating in medication-assisted treatment or medication, such as methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone), or naltrexone (Vivitrol), to treat their opiate addiction.
• Discrimination for people living with HIV/AIDS. Includes breach of HIV confidentiality or testing rights. Also helps with problems such as health care proxies, living wills, and permanency planning.

* Facilitates meetings between caregivers and their children to work with a Hillside Family Peer Advocate. * Parent education opportunities including active parenting, support groups, and a variety of informational workshops that help increase social connections. * Access to mental health services with an on-site clinician. * Referrals to other community-based services including substance use treatment; mental health services; Women, Infant & Children (WIC) supports; domestic violence supports; food banks; SSI;day care; housing; employment opportunities; and recreational activities. * Support that allows families to accomplish personal goals such as furthering their education and finding job/internship opportunities. * Support for youth and families in achieving success in school, as needed. * Offers monthly family activities offered on-site or in the community.

Advocates for the legal rights and the change of legislation regarding issues which impact the poor in New York state, and find just cause when local or county government is not correcting a problem.

Works to serve cancer patients and their families in dealing with issues of permanency planning and household stability.

Speak one-on-one with a blood cancer Information Specialist who can assist you through blood cancer treatment, and financial and social challenges, and give up-to-date disease treatment and support information.

Victim Advocate accompanies and assists victims of violent crime, rape, abuse, and domestic violence through criminal justice process, including meeting with officials, and at appearances at family or criminal court.

* Provides crime prevention and safety programs. Presentations and displays. FAIR/Fundamentals of Alcohol Intoxication Recognition. DARE/Drug Abuse Resistance Education. Senior Citizens Police Academy/Clergy Police Academy. Maintain personal safety. Law enforcement resources available in case of emergency. * Offers a Victim Assistance Program. Domestic violence services. Crisis support. Counseling and referrals. Advocacy services. Case status and court procedure information. Help with obtaining financial reimbursement. Support groups.

Offers a full line of programs designed to meet the needs and provide assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Provides free legal representation to clients who are denied or cut off from SSD or SSI benefits.

* Provide links between individuals, organizations and the community.

* Provide coaching and social support.

* Advocate for individual and community needs.

* Assure people are linked with appropriate and beneficial referrals/ services.

* Provide follow-up.

* Offers crisis counseling for all victims of domestic violence. Hotlines for victims, concerned family, friends, and the general community in domestic violence situations or know someone who is. * Offers a shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. No maximum number of children that may be brought into the shelter; if number exceeds beds available, other arrangements will be made. If no beds available, other arrangements can be made. Can provide services for male victims of domestic violence and their children. Collect calls accepted. * Provides advocacy for out-of-county emergency shelter support. * Offers support groups for victims of domestic violence. * Offers Court Advocacy: Court accompaniment with on-site advocate at family court. Help with securing orders of protection. Legal representation. * Personal advocacy to obtain needed services. * Emotional and Transitional Support Services. Information and counseling and support services. * Offers the Domestic Violence Prevention Education Program. For preschool, elementary, middle school, high school, and college students, community youth programs, parents, and businesses. * Provides transportation by police or some other form may be provided as appropriate. * Provides a hotline for Jewish women in domestic violence situations (Sara Line).

Enables emergency communication between military personnel and their families. Provides preparedness information for service members families. Advocates for veterans with the VA.

Provides advocacy for low and moderate income, elderly, and/or disabled customers who are having difficulty paying their bill. Advocates provide access to National Grid programs and services.

Advocates

Anne O'Connell - Otsego, Rensselaer, Schenectady, and Schoharie counties

Aurora Navarro - Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego, and St. Lawrence counties

Kari Kelly -Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties

Kristie Alcindor - Albany and Columbia counties

Martani DeRooy - Herkimer and Oneida counties

Victoria Homer -Chenango, Cortland, Madison, and Onondaga counties


Greene County is covered by Central Hudson Gas and Electric.

* Guides individuals through the steps involved in finding eligible services with OPWDD, identify the needs and help work on planning getting those services.