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OFFICE OF THE SUPERVISOR-DIVISION OF PUBLIC INFORMATION | TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN

Disseminates information to Brookhaven on Town government including legislation, special events and activities. Directs residents to the appropriate agencies for assistance. Provides media with town information on events and legislation.

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Public Awareness / Education
Government Information Services

EDUCATION PROGRAMS | ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION LONG ISLAND CHAPTER

Offers free education programs both in-person and virtually via an easy-to-use online meeting system. Educational programs provide information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosis, communication, living with Alzheimer’s and caregiving techniques. For a list of current programs, please visit: https://www.alz.org/longisland/helping_you/education

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Outreach Programs
Workshops / Symposiums
Specialized Information and Referral

COMMUNITY RELATIONS UNIT | RIVERHEAD CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Provides one of the most vital units throughout the Sheriff’s office. Throughout the year, Community Relations Unit visits each Suffolk County School District as well as multiple clubs and various organizations. Its main goal is to bridge the gap between Law Enforcement and the members of the Community. CRU is responsible for implementing community outreach and school-based programs, organizing events, and promoting the Sheriff’s mission. The unit offers an array of Community and School-based programs free of charge for all Suffolk County schools, businesses, organizations, non-profits and agencies. Sample programs include: Youth Enlightenment Seminar (YES) Tours; At-risk Youth Jail Tour; Sandy Hook Promise: Say Something: Sandy Hook Promise Start With Hello; College Internship Program; Explorers Program; Gang Resistance & Education (GREAT) Program; STOPPED ("Drunk Buggies") Program; McGruff the Crime Dog; Drug and Vaping Awareness Programs; School & Building Vulnerability Assessments; CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event) Presentation; Stop the Bleed; Operation Safe Child ID Cards; Senior Medical ID Card; Pet ID Cards; Project Lifesaver; Test, Don't Guess Drug & Alcohol Test Kits; Yellow Dot Program and Shed the Meds. Call for more detailed information.

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Substance Use Disorder Intervention Programs
Outreach Programs
Child Passenger Safety Seats
Safety Education Programs
Identification Cards
Home Drug Testing Kits
Public Awareness / Education
Internship Programs
Youth Violence Prevention
Child Identification Programs
Police / Community Relations Groups
Juvenile Delinquency Prevention
Alcohol Use Disorder Education / Prevention
County Correctional Facilities
Bullying Prevention
Substance Use Disorder Education / Prevention
Child Identification Cards

LATINA OUTREACH | GRACE SMITH HOUSE

An outreach program that focuses on the Latina community, and to help those who are victims of domestic violence to get the help and support they need, including follow-up services.

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Outreach Programs

ANIMAL SHELTER SERVICES | ANIMAL SHELTER SERVICES

Enforces animal control measures needed to protect the health, safety, and welfare of Islip residents and, wherever possible, to promote animal welfare. The shelter houses stray and abandoned animals and makes every effort to have as many of those animals adopted as is possible.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Domestic Animal Services
Public Awareness / Education
Animal Adoption
Animal Shelters
Animal Control
Animal Licenses

SPINAL CORD INJURY RESOURCE INFORMATION | NATIONAL SPINAL CORD INJURY ASSOCIATION-GREATER NEW YORK AREA CHAPTER

Provides information in various formats, including online resources, about treatments, research, support. Also offers referrals available resources and services for individuals with spinal cord injury and their families.

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Internet Information Resources
Specialized Information and Referral
Printed Materials

COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM | COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM

Provides a community education at the Human Resources Center on issues pertaining to Seniors, medical and legal issues of long term care, and information on health insurance organizations. Topics are requested by the caregivers and seniors of Southold Town.

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Public Awareness / Education
Community Wellness Programs
Health Education

NUTRITION OUTREACH AND EDUCATION PROGRAM (NOEP) | CATHOLIC CHARITIES COMMUNITY SERVICES OF ROCKLAND

NOEP Services provide assistance with completing the Food Stamp application and in facilitating the process.

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Food Stamps / SNAP
Outreach Programs
Welfare Rights Assistance

PUBLIC AWARENESS/EDUCATION | WESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (WCDOH) - MOUNT KISCO

Provides public awareness regarding AIDS/HIV to groups, individuals, organizations, etc. in various formats such as printed materials, seminars, website or speakers.

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Disease / Disability Information
Speakers / Speakers Bureaus
Printed Materials

YOUTH SERVICES AND RECREATION | RESOURCE AND REFERRAL

Dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment so that all youth, all families, and the entire community achieve their potential. Among the services offered by Glen Cove Youth Bureau are the following: Summer Employment Program, Internship Program, Youth Bureau Summer Camp, After 3 Program, Youth Drop-In Center, Youth Center After School Program, Remote Learning Program (COVID), Mentoring, Family Services Program, Glen Cove Youth Bureau Events and more.

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Recreational Facilities
Recreation Centers
Youth Employment Programs
Youth Enrichment Programs
Recreational Activities / Sports
Outreach Programs

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESOURCE CENTER, INC.

ADRC plays an important role in educating Long Island’s caregivers. Both professional caregivers who work in assisted living facilities or nursing homes, and individual family members who have a loved one with Alzheimer’s, benefit from increased knowledge and practical training exercises.

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Outreach Programs
Workshops / Symposiums

SCHOOL-BASED MENTORING PROGRAM | LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE

Offers Long Island students in grades 4-8, who are in need of positive role models, supervised one-to-one and group mentoring relationships. Weekly one hour meetings allow time for mentors and students to interact, collaborate and socialize .

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Mentoring Programs
Outreach Programs
Homework Help Programs
Adult / Child Mentoring Programs

RARE DISEASES RESOURCE INFORMATION | NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR RARE DISORDERS (NORD)

Provides information on a variety of pathological conditions whose occurrence is so rare that research regarding treatment has not been a priority, including information on what resources or services may be available, an online community, a newsletter and research papers.

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Internet Information Resources
Specialized Information and Referral
Printed Materials

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COMMUNITY SERVICES | HOPE'S DOOR

Counselors offer individual counseling, facilitate survivor support groups, accompany victims to court, advocate for client needs and work with families to prepare for the transition to a violence-free home. Safety planning is conducted throughout the counseling process.

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Outreach Programs
Crime Victim Accompaniment Services
Child Abuse Counseling

SENIOR UMBRELLA NETWORK OF SUFFOLK | SENIOR UMBRELLA NETWORK OF SUFFOLK

Provides networking and information exchange opportunities among professionals serving seniors, ongoing education opportunities, advocacy for seniors and community outreach. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 9am at designated locations. Connect to website below for membership application.

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Outreach Programs
Educational Programs
Senior Advocacy Groups
Information Services

BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND DEVELOPMENT | GREATER OSSINING CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Promotes business through member services, educational programs, cooperative programs and legislative advocacy that balances prosperity with the quality of life in the community. Maintains a community calendar of community events. Also posts job openings within the community, on the website.

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Job Information
Community Calendars
Chambers of Commerce

VETERANS' FOOD PANTRY-LINDENHURST | LONG ISLAND CARES ANNEX - SUFFOLK SERVICE CENTER

Provides a food pantry for Veterans, the Military and their families, and families in need. LI Cares hosts Military Appreciation Tuesdays in Huntington Station, Lindenhurst, and Freeport which gives veterans and their families access to food, personal care items, household products, pet food, and school supplies. Also veterans are provided with information and resources pertaining to veteran special benefits. LI Cares also operates a Mobile Pantry which delivers nutritious groceries to homebound, disabled veterans unable to access their local pantries.

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Household Goods
Outreach Programs
Free School Supplies
Emergency Food
Specialized Information and Referral
Pet Food
Mobile Food Pantry Programs
Veteran Benefits Assistance

CHILD WELFARE RESOURCE INFORMATION | CHILD WELFARE INFORMATION GATEWAY

As a service of the Children's Bureau (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services), access to print, electronic publications, websites, and online databases covering a wide range of topics from prevention to permanency is made available, including child welfare, child abuse and neglect, out-of-home care, adoption, and other child-related issues.

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Printed Materials
Welfare Rights Assistance
Online Databases
Child Care Instruction
Adoption Information / Referrals

IMMIGRATION OUTREACH SERVICES | MOUNT VERNON COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM (CAP)

Offers help to immigrants through outreach and support services, along with case management and finding resources they may need.

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Outreach Programs
General Benefits Assistance

OUTREACH | OUTREACH

Provides an emergency food closet, church services for the disabled, 12-step recovery programs, and AA meetings. Call for more information.

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Religious Groups / Communities
Places of Worship
Alcohol Use Disorder Counseling
Volunteer Opportunities
Food Pantries
Religious Activities
Outreach Programs

ENERGY SAVING INFORMATION | CON EDISON

Teaches customers more about saving money on energy bills and about Con Edison's programs and services. The Advocates can talk with civic, social, religious, professional or other groups at their local meetings. There's no cost to schedule a presentation. Also provides information, depending on the season, on cooling centers, heat stress and tips on how to save on your energy bills, as in winter keeping the house from losing heat, safety tips, managing the thermostat, and more.

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Energy Information Services
Disaster Preparedness Information
Outreach Programs

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE INFORMATION | MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA OF DUTCHESS COUNTY

Provides information and referrals to the various mental health services and resources in the county, including access to numerous videos, written material, and research on mental health topics.

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Printed Materials
Specialized Information and Referral
Therapy Referrals
Agency Based Libraries / Resource Centers

HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION AND AWARENESS | WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL

Provides speakers to promote health and wellness seminars and workshops, including disease-specific information through various sources, online, printed materials, etc.

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Speakers / Speakers Bureaus
Printed Materials
Wellness Programs

ADVANCING YOUTH LEADERSHIP THROUGH COMMUNITY HEALTH AWARENESS | FAMILY SERVICES OF WESTCHESTER - PROGRAM FOR YOUNG CHILDREN-YONKERS

Offers education and public awareness about AIDS/HIV and sexually transmitted disease, designed specifically for teenagers and young adults, also give information and referrals to resources such as HIV testing and counseling.

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Specialized Information and Referral
Outreach Programs

MATERNAL AND INFANT COMMUNITY HEALTH COLLABORATIVE (MICHC) | ORANGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - MIDDLETOWN

MICHC will provide education, outreach, home visitation, referrals and follow-up to improve the general health and well-being of women and infants, with a focus on family planning and self-sufficiency. The program will engage women and link families to health and other supportive services in the targeted communities of Newburgh, Middletown and Port Jervis.

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Specialized Information and Referral
Prenatal / Postnatal Home Visitation Programs
Outreach Programs