Conducts various activities including professional planning forums, clinical training, and a series of annual MICA Conferences. These activities and the Task Force meetings have sought to increase inter-systems collaboration, information exchange, skills building, and advocacy toward better services for those with co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders.

YAP delivers individualized direct services to families involved in the child welfare system that focus on safety, permanency and well-being.

Offers special programs to network professionals, to share contacts, area strategies and to work on political and social issues. Visit website for local chapter information.

Develops position papers on critical social issues presents public testimony on human services and programs meets with elected and appointed government leaders to share knowledge and position and joins with others in collaborative efforts to change social systems.

Protects abused, mistreated and abandoned animals by housing, feeding, and in some cases medical attention and rehabilitation. Offers the opportunity for those looking for pets to adopt. Also helps with advocacy to change laws to protect animals from cruelty.

Serving the communities of East Hills, Flower Hill Great Neck Plaza, Harbor Hills, Manorhaven, Munsey Park, North Hills, Plandome, Plandome Manor, Plandome Heights, Roslyn, Roslyn Estates, Roslyn Harbor, Russell Gardens, Saddle Rock, Sea Cliff, Thomaston, Glen Head, Glenwood Landing, Great Neck, Greenvale, Manhassset, Roslyn Heights and University Gardens. Call for detailed information.

Recognized agency by Board of Immigration Appeals to process, file and represent clients before the United States citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) Immigration Court.Immigration attorneys and accredited representatives advocate on behalf of clients and work closely with the Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC). Cases include naturalization (citizenship) Legal permanent residency (green card), family petitions, adjustment of status, political asylum, victims of human trafficking, work authorizations, temporary protected status,(TPS), victims of criminal activity (U-Visas), deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA), Legal Orientation for custodians (LOPC: In partnership with EOIR), Family Reunification Program, religious visas, VAWA cases fir battered spouses/children/parents, waivers (1-601, 1-601A, 1-212, 237 (h, etc.)

Works toward the goals of countering and reducing hatred by fighting Anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry here and abroad, combating international terrorism, probing the roots of hatred, advocating before congress, aiding victims of bigotry, developing educational programs, and serving as a public resource for government, media, law enforcement, and the general public.

Seeks to end animal cruelty and suffering by tackling issues for all animals' well-being. Pet overpopulation is a main thrust of American Humane Association's work. Assists animal shelters across the nation, rescues animals during natural disasters, provides humane education, protects animals in film and addresses legislative issues in Washington, DC.

Protects the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by preserving the lands and waters they need to survive. Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month at Village Hall. Call for more information.

Serves individuals, both in and out of court, who live or work in Nassau County and whose constitutional rights have been violated by government officials, at any level.Takes all valid First Amendment cases involving freedom of speech, religion, press or protest. In the areas of due process, privacy and equal protection, only takes cases to overturn unfair laws, rules or policies. As the local presence of the American Civil Liberties Union, publishes the NYCLU Nassau Newsletter, booklets on job rights, students rights and civil liberties in general, offers other educational material, and maintains a Speakers Bureau that gives presentations to students and community groups.

A coalition to review services for older adults in the community for support group training and development, technical assistance and grandparent buddy program, resource development, advocacy, computer literacy and systems negotiation.

Offers summer sleep-away camp and day camp for youth ages 8-15 emphasizing environmental education and stewardship. Youth camp operates June-August. Off season rentals and programs available.

Provides advocacy for patients, their families and caregivers, educational material, referrals to respite care, and speakers bureau. Encourages and supports medical research and provides education to general public and professionals.

Serves the communities of Albertson, Bellerose Terrace, Bellerose Village, Carle Place, East Garden City, East Meadow, East Williston, Floral Park Center, Garden City Park, Herricks, Mineola, New Cassel, New Hyde Park, North New Hyde Park, Roslyn Heights, Salisbury, Searingtown, Stewart Manor, Uniondale, Westbury, Williston Park. Call for detailed information.

Serves as the umbrella organization supporting the animal shelters, pet rescue groups, humane education programs and pet therapy programs.

A group of parents, school staff, business owners, government, etc who work at reducing and eliminating the risk of youth becoming involved with criminal activity, alcohol and drug abuse, and other risky behavior through awareness seminars and counseling.

Offers Chinese language and cultural courses to children 4 years and older, and adults. Call for more information.

Provides education, research, advocacy and support to eliminate racism.

Collaborates via a coalition of various groups, individuals, and families which come together to work on ways to advocate support for the homeless.

Assists foreign-born persons in dealing with technical, social and personal problems of moving from one culture to another. Recognized by Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) to administer accurate and current immigration information and assistance.ACA provides help with the following: Petition for alien relatives Fiance petitions Permanent resident (Green Card) issues and re-entry permits Foreign pension assistance Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Asylum cases DACA Free citizenship classes Naturatlization assistance VAWA - Violence Against Women Act

Brings together people from all religious backgrounds to work together for public policies benefitting low income individuals and addressing poverty's root causes.Organizes education and advocacy efforts promoting peace, human dignity and workers' rights and assists Catholic faith communities in raising awareness of these issues.

Analyzes public policy issues and impending legislation; coordinates advocacy efforts by, and on behalf of persons with Alzheimer's disease and their families.

Angels for Warriors connects veterans with the resources they have earned from their service to our country. We assist Veteran's transition to permanent housing, register them for veteran benefits and advocate on the veteran's behalf for medical care.

Identifies natural leaders within the community and provides them with family life information and community development strategies, enabling them to educate peers and participate in community planning/development.