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Provides a fund specifically designed for assistance to cancer patients requesting alternative health therapies such as nutritional counseling, natural medicines, acupuncture, chiropractic care, yoga and reflexology. Call for further information.

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.

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.

An advocacy group that raises public awareness and funds for effective treatments and a cure for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Direct monies raised to ALS researchers worldwide

Provides visitation and support for diagnosed breast cancer patients. One-to-one pre-surgery telephone support also available.

Offers information and referral, education, care consultation and support groups to caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease.

The Office for the Aging offers many services for the senior residents of Steuben County including, but not limited to, information and referral, nutrition through congregate meals, advocacy, support groups, transportation services, caregiver services, case management, and the Bone Builders and Senior Meal Programs. Bone Builders and the Senior Dinner Clubs are overseen by Pro Action of Steuben-Yates.

Provides various services for the senior residents of Steuben County including, but not limited to, information and referral, nutrition programs, caregiver support services, health insurance information and counseling including long term care information, advocacy services, and transportation help. Offers various workshops and outreach programs.

Offers case management including advocacy and empowerment, nutrition assistance, and one-on-one volunteer support program to clients and families. Provides referrals related for medical and legal issues, spiritual needs, mental health support, HIV antibody testing, and prevention education programs focusing on: HIV information, prevention, and risk reduction.

Provides various services for the senior residents of Steuben County including, but not limited to, information and referral, nutrition programs, caregiver support services, health insurance information and counseling including long term care information, advocacy services, and transportation help. Offers various workshops and outreach programs.

Provides Service Coordination, Community Integration Counseling, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, and Independent Living Skills Training as an alternative to institutionalization.

Provide courses and public awareness which focus on improving the professional skills of participants and knowledge of the community about birth defects.

Offers free, confidential HIV antibody testing or other screening procedures. Also provides case management services to those that have tested positive for HIV.

Provides linkages for individuals with brain injuries received prior to age 22 and their families with community-based services and supports including understanding and navigating the current system of available services, accessing Medicaid Waiver Programs if qualified, training family members, service providers, and educators to understand the impact of brain injury and brain injury prevention, and making connections to community support groups about living with a brain injury or caring for an individual with a brain injury. Assistance is also provided to understanding the local school system’s special education process. This program is funded by the Office of Mental Retardation and Development Disabilities (OMRDD).

Offers many support and peer groups for individuals with disabilities including social and recreational gatherings. The groups are facilitated by individuals. Call for specific information. Groups are available for youth and adults.

Provides a helpline to answer questions dealing with lung cancer, asthma, allergies, emphysema, smoking cessation and environmental health. Center is staffed by Registered Nurses and Registered Respiratory Therapists with an expertise in all aspects of lung health.

BIA of NYS provides understanding and prevention of brain injury through education, advocacy, research grants, and community support services. Provides a Family Help-Line and Resource Center for individuals with brain injury. Educates the public through media campaigns, and publications. Conducts educational conferences, seminars, and training programs designed for medical professionals, trial lawyers, family members and persons with brain injury. Call for more information.

Offers cancer survivors the opportunity to meet with peers to discuss their experiences, challenges and share information about living with cancer. Please call for meeting dates and times.

Offers short term intensive interventions with HIV and individuals who are either newly diagnosed or previously diagnosed but not in care in order to successfully link them with medical care and case management services. Offers confidential HIV counseling and testing.

Provides breast health and breast cancer education. Offers bilingual workshops, attends community events, and provides outreach throughout Long Island. Also offers referrals to free/low cost mammograms for women who are uninsured and/or undocumented.

Offers a patient support group for individuals diagnosed with a blood cancer. Meetings are facilitated by a social worker and an oncology nurse. Call for locations and times.

Provides medical, mental health and massage therapy services to adults with HIV/AIDS. Also offers counseling, outpatient, nutrition, housing, legal and social support services. A satellite Center of Southampton Hospital.

Treats patients with a wide range of chronic pain problems, including: head and neck pain, back pain, arthritis, pelvic and urogenital pain, and pain resulting from injuries, surgery, or various diseases. Treatment may include, but is not limited to: medication, surgery, spinal cord stimulation, nucleoplasty and Intradiscal Electrothermal Therapy (IDET).

Provides individuals who suffered a neurological injury/illness and their family members information,education and support to assist in coping with the challenges that arise as a result of their illness and promote wellness. Offers opportunities for participants to share their concerns and experiences with others and network with professionals,fellow survivors and advocates. Call for more information.

Offers caregivers of HIV positive children the opportunity to meet with peers to gain information and share experiences. Call for meeting dates and times.