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24 hour, confidential, non-crisis phone line that is operated by people in recovery. Offer hope and non-judgmental conversation to callers who are looking for someone to talk to about a problem, a plan or a success, or who are just seeking information about community resources.

Provides help for those adults who demonstrate a need for assistance in managing their activities of daily living, services may include medical and/or psychiatric support services, and financial management services. Call for further information.

Informs and assist members of the armed forces, veterans, their dependents and survivors in relation to (1) matters pertaining to education, training and retraining services and facilities, (2) health, medical and rehabilitation services and facilities, (3) provisions of federal, state and local laws and regulations affording special rights and privileges to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families, (4) employment and re-employment services, and other matters of similar related or appropriate nature. Call for detailed information.

This is a program for Veterans with PTSD, TBI, and other disabilities whereby they receive peer support from other Veterans trained in military behavioral health.

Assists in questions on mental health issues including: Symptoms of mental health conditions, Treatment options, Local support groups and services, Education programs, Helping family members get treatment, Programs to help find jobs, Legal issues (the NAMI Legal Resource Service can connect individuals with attorneys in their area but does not have the resources to provide individual representation). NOTE: This helpline does not provide counseling or therapy, specific recommendations for things like treatment or do individual casework, legal representations or other individual advocacy. Crisis calls, such as suicide ideation calls, are transferred to a national crisis line to provide further assistance.

New York State Licensed Clinical Psychiatric Social Workers provide services to runaway and homeless youth, and those involved in the juvenile justice system who are 12 to 24 years old, without cost, for residents in Brookhaven Township. The program also provides training in independent living skills for youth 16 to 24 who are considered homeless. Services provided through the Sanctuary Program include: counseling, advocacy, short term emergency housing, homeless project, family mediation, information and referral, employment and college preparation.

Offers mental health services for children and adults, services include evaluation, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, medication management and referrals for higher level care.

An in-school presentation about mental health designed for high school or middle school students. Students can learn about mental illness directly from family members and individuals living with mental illness themselves.

Provides information and referrals to counseling resources in the community for individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties in their lives and their relationships.

Assists school age students from Nassau and Suffolk counties to avert hospitalization for severe emotional/psychiatric problems and students with psychiatric problems who are on the Autism Spectrum. The IDT Program is also a therapeutic program to help a youngster adjust to the community following a period of inpatient psychiatric hospitalization or a short term placement for youngsters leaving psychiatric hospitalization en route to day treatment or other specialized school-based services. Instructional staff provided by the Special Education Division of Western Suffolk BOCES in concert with professionals funded by the Office of Mental Health/Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center, provide intensive intervention to students on an extended day basis. The program also works with pupils who have been in a day treatment or other intensive school placement and have not been successful.

24 hour, confidential, non-crisis phone line that is operated by people in recovery. Offer hope and non-judgmental conversation to callers who are looking for someone to talk to about a problem, a plan or a success, or who are just seeking information about community resources.

All applications for case management, assertive community treatment, and assisted outpatient treatment are processed through the Nassau County Department of Mental Health where eligibility is determined and assignments are made to the appropriate level of care. Call for additional information and inquiry.

Provides support and education to family and friends of those diagnosed with mental illness, through advocacy, support groups, and education.

Provides a free, confidential weekly veterans facilitated support group offering a wide array of support and services/resources.

Provides support and structure for individuals experiencing behavioral/emotional challenges. Clinical services provided for 3 to 30 consecutive days and assists with transition back to usual living environment. Referral required. Program run in collaboration with SUNY Stony Brook-Department of Psychiatry/Division of Developmental Disabilities.

Offers Nassau and Suffolk County residents, age 25 and older, enrolled in Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, mental health assessment and monitoring for suicidal thoughts and behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additional services will be provided to individuals deemed high risk.

Coordinate workshops, events and other formats of public awareness and prevention of suicide issues. Helps to educate people about suicide and the warning signs.

Provides a comprehensive, 3-part recovery oriented program for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Goals for individuals in the program are to: improve functioning, reduce inpatient utilization, reduce emergency services, reduce contact with the criminal justice system, increase employment, attain higher levels of education, and secure preferred housing.

Provides a variety of transitional housing services to individuals with a primary mental illness people may also have substance use issues.

Provides supported housing opportunities for individuals recovering from mental illness needing a stable living environment. Individuals are provided the necessary support to live independently. Offers three community residences, with one focusing on individuals with both a mental illness and a chemical addiction (dual diagnosis), with 24 hour supervision that are licensed by the New York State Mental Health.

Offers a 12-week education program for adult family members of persons living with mental illness.

Provides a full range of assessment and individual, family and group mental health therapies to adults. Included are dual recovery services that are provided in conjunction with area substance abuse treatment providers for individuals diagnosed with mental health and Substance Use Disorders (SUD). Also provides trauma care for individuals having mental health difficulties related to current and/or past abuse experiences, including victims, survivors, and offenders. Offers an Injection Clinic.

Informs and assist members of the armed forces, veterans, their dependents and survivors in relation to (1) matters pertaining to education, training and retraining services and facilities, (2) health, medical and rehabilitation services and facilities, (3) provisions of federal, state and local laws and regulations affording special rights and privileges to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families, (4) employment and re-employment services, and other matters of similar related or appropriate nature. Call for detailed information.

Provides a transition management program for individuals with severe mental illness who are ready to leave a residential treatment program, which offers support for improved community service linkages and timely filing of Medicaid applications or other benefits, and help with obtaining post-release services.

Family to Family Class is a free 12-week class for family, partners and friends of a loved one with a mental health condition (brain disorder) signs and symptoms of one. This course provides education and support to cope more effectively.