Offers free limited legal advice and assistance on topics including child support, custody, divorce, domestic violence, school discipline, education services, foreclosure, bankruptcy, consumer protection, debt collection, housing, immigration, public benefits, social security, health insurance, criminal records and more. These services are provided free of charge by the following agencies: Community Legal Advocates of New York, Empire Justice Center, Liberty Defense Project, Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County, Long Island Advocacy Center, Nassau Suffolk Law Services, Suffolk County Bar Association, and Touro Law Center.

Provides assistance to developmentally disabled parents with navigating the school system for their children. Call for further information.

Provides free legal services to the poor charged with a crime and in certain mandated family court matters. Maintains speakers bureau on criminal law.

The Justice Court is responsible for handling all court matters, including parking violations, civil and criminal cases, and small claims.

Offers information and forms to those wishing to become U.S. citizens, immigrants and others seeking immigration benefits.

Provides families with referrals and services to prevent eviction, and have been denied services by DSS.

A certified Hud-housing agency that provides tenant assistance, eviction prevention, home ownership counseling, landlord-tenant mediation, foreclosure counseling, first time home buyer counseling, reverse mortgage counseling, and housing court assistance. A loan/grant program is in place to assist with home improvement, weatherization and applications for funding for other housing-related services.

Clarifies client rights and responsibilities. Offers assistance with client grievances or questions about treatment. Phone access preferrable.

Will help people with referrals to private attorneys, who volunteer their time for free advice and/or representation for cases that the LSHV does not handle.

The Workforce Partnership (TWP) is a consortium of local governments funded by the Federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA). TWP is a component of a network of organizations that focus on both assisting employers in hiring qualified workers and helping job seekers to develop the skills and abilities necessary to secure gainful employment. TWP administers a variety of employment related services under the auspices of the Federal Workforce Investment Act. The Partnership represents the Town of Oyster Bay, Town of North Hempstead and the City of Glen Cove under the Act. If you are a local business, you should know that you are a valued customer of the The Workforce Partnership and that we have a variety of services available to you at no cost. Take a look at the services available under the âServices for Employersâ section of our website. If you are a Job Seeker, the Resource Areas at our two Career Centers are designed primarily to support you in your self-directed job search and specially designed staff are available to assist you. These services are free to you. Information about the available services are available in the âServices for Job Seekersâ section of our website. The Workforce Partnership jointly operates Workforce New York Career Centers in Hicksville and Massapequa. Call for more detailed information.

Local justice court for the town of Sloatsburg.

Provides a wide range of advocacy and legal representation to elderly clients in areas including Medicaid and Medicare benefits, long-term care, nursing home assisted living/senior housing, powers of attorney, guardianships, conservationships, wills and trusts, financial abuse, and consumer issues.

Afford the victims of domestic violence the greatest protection available. Call for detailed services offered.

Provides assistance for individuals and families with rent difficulties, including one-time back rent assistance, landlord-tenant mediation, section 8 applications, and relocation assistance, including referrals to other needed services.

Provides information and referrals for eligible veterans and their families about benefit programs, education, financial assistance, disability-related issues and other resources.

The Village of Hillburn court provides court related information and assistance.

Provides information and education on Immigration Laws. Offers assistance in filing applications with the Immigration and Naturalization Service.

Provides free assistance with school-related questions and concerns to families of children with developmental disabilities, on an individual case basis, to resolve specific or ongoing educational concerns.

Volunteer Ombudsmen advocate for elderly residents and their families in nursing homes, adult homes and hospitals. The Ombudsmen investigate complaints and helps to resolve problems. This is a federally mandated program.

Serves as an umbrella policy and advocacy organization for about 200 member groups that advise immigrants and refugees on health care, housing, worker rights, legal issues and voter rights.

Provides representation, advice and referrals to Nassau County seniors relating to health care benefits, housing, wills and future planning concerns.

Connecting veterans, military families with financial assistance programs to modify their homes, caregiving guidance and job search information.

Family Defense Unit which helps parents navigate the challenges of the Child Welfare system. Help with CPS investigation against parents; clearing parents name at the State Central Register for child abuse and neglect; neglect and abuse court cases; permanency planning court cases and termination of parental rights.

Guides customers through various utility assistance programs to help maintain service, manage energy expenses and make informed decisions. Services are free and confidential. Please call us at 631-755-3407 for assistance in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties, Monday-Friday from 8:30AM-4PM. Customers may also email us at [email protected] to determine eligibility for a variety of assistance programs. Provides the services of a consumer advocate to individuals applying for various social assistance programs. All services are confidential.

Rehabilitative services offered to children ages birth to 5 years suspected or diagnosed with a developmental disability and/or delay, and offers education advocacy for preschool age children which help parents to learn about support services and educational options.