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Free autism support club for ages 18 and older. Meetings include discussions, fun activities, and training.

Seeks to improve the system of care for children and youth with special health care needs and their families. The program helps shape public policy so families can get the best health care for their children. A diagnosis is NOT required. Services include: - Matching families with community resources and referring to community programs - Advocacy with health care providers and school districts - Linkage to medical providers and specialists - Support and play groups - Transportation services - Translation and interpretation services - Transition to adult services and more

Provides the following services for all ages: - Occupational Therapy; needs prescription - Feeding/Swallowing; needs prescription - Physical Therapy; needs prescription - Seating/Positioning; needs prescription - Speech Language Pathology; needs prescription Additional services may also be accessed at this clinic: - Adult Day Health Programs - Case Management - Dental Care - Information & Referral - Linkage - Wellness Programs

Provides independent living skills, information and referral, advocacy, peer counseling, transitional services, benefits and entitlements advisement, educational advocacy, nursing home transition into the community, individual support services, Olmsted housing subsidies, and support groups for people with disabilities. Transportation available. Loan closet provides free, gently used medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, shower benches, raised toilet seats, portable ramps, and more, based on availability.

Offers self-help groups for individuals with MS and their families or friends, to support each other, cope and learn about living with MS. Meetings are both in-person and via telephone.

Offers individuals with sleep apnea the opportunity to share experiences and discuss their challenges with the disorder. Please call for exact times and dates.

A support group for head and neck cancer, offering an opportunity to talk with others who are facing the same challenges. HealthConnect referral service has the most up-to-date information on the groups' specific meeting dates and times. **Most support groups are meeting virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic** For more information and to register, call HealthConnect at (631) 444-4000.

Maintains national network of well spouses (husbands and wives of chronically ill persons). Offers referrals to well spouse Support Groups. Has a Newsletter, Yearly Conference, online peer Mentorship Program, Round Robin Letter Writing group, and Respite Weekends. Advocates for programs that help families deal with chronic illness and educates healthcare professionals and the general public about the special challenges and unique roles well spouses face every day. Local group meets in Albertson, LI (Searingtown Rd., and IU Willets Road) at the Rehabilitation Center.

Offers a support group for individuals who have ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) or Lou Gehrig's Disease, who share ideas and experiences on a variety of topics. NOTE: This program is affilitiated with the ALS Association of Dutchess County

Offers a monthly support group for anyone diagnosed with cancer.

Offered to those with or are at high risk for lymphedema. Learn and share information about lymphedema and its management. Family members and caregivers welcome, registration is required.

Provides individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer the opportunity to share experiences and learn information about the illness and its treatment. Please call for exact dates and times.

Offers a support group for those individuals who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

A national resource for information and education about cancer including treatment, research, and new clinical trials. Provides cancer information to patients and their families, the public and health professionals by talking with people one-on-one, working with organizations through its Partnership Program, participating in research efforts to find the best ways to help people adopt healthier behaviors, and providing cancer information over the internet. Provides referrals to support groups and conducts smoking cessation counseling over the phone. Also offers LiveHelp Online Chat, a confidential online text chat with a cancer information specialist. Call or visit website for further information.

Offers a support group for individuals who have had an amputation(s), and their families. Individuals share ideas and experiences on a variety of topics regarding life after an amputation.

Offers a support group for individuals who have had an amputation(s), and their families. Individuals share ideas and experiences on a variety of topics regarding life after an amputation.

For individuals with epilepsy and their families, this group is presented by South Shore Neurologic Associates, PC and LI Community Hospital. Topics include: safety with seizures, memory effects, relationships, stress, impact on job due to seizures, mood, emotional issues with seizures and other topics of interest to the group.

Offers a monthly membership meeting and support group meetings, for individuals with spinal chord injuries and their families.

Offers a support group for people who have been diagnosed with cancer.