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Provides referrals to the appropriate school district's Committee on Preschool Special Education (CSPE) for evaluation to determine the needs of preschoolers with special needs. Offers information regarding services that may be available to children with disabilities ages 3-5. All children referred to this program are mandated by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to have three evaluations before service funding is approved. Required evaluations are a physical examination, a psychological evaluation, and a social history. Additional evaluations may be done in the area of concern (e.g. speech, gross motor, audiological, etc.).

Provides free breakfast and lunch for kids and teens ages 18 and under, as well as young adults with disabilities under 21.

Supervises individuals placed on probation; completes pre-sentence investigations for the courts; assists individuals in accessing Family Court/custody issues; administers juvenile delinquency and persons in need of supervision (JD/PINS) services; screens pretrial defendants for release from jail. ##REENTRY##

Provides free clothing to individuals and families in need. ##REENTRY##

In-home crisis intervention provided to youth and family for 4-6 weeks, up to 10 hours per week. Works to identify the crisis, defuse the crisis, develop safety plans, and link the family with community services and supports.

Provides a hot meal to those in need.

Provides secure, recovery oriented living environments for individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Committed to assisting clientele to live meaningful, productive lives by providing flexible supports in a person-centered atmosphere. Residents of all programs learn the skills necessary to live independently. Treatment apartments are certified by the New York State Office of Mental Health and provide consumers with the highest level of independence. Site is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 31 one-bedroom apartments are available, two of which are handicap accessible.

Affordable housing apartments for individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with a mental health disability. Apartments are located in the Fillmore Council District of the City of Buffalo. Community consists of 27 units: 13 studio, 10 one-bedroom, and 4 two-bedroom apartments. The 4 two-bedroom apartments are dedicated to families. Amenities include professional on-site management, handicapped accessible and adaptable apartments, close proximity to public transportation, smoke free living, a community room, on-site laundry facilities, and an on-site community center.

An education and awareness program for separated and/or divorced parents and significant others who want to reduce conflict and parent effectively for their children. Topics covered include the impact of separation/divorce on children, cooperative and parallel approaches to co-parenting, legal issues related to custody and/or access, alternatives to litigation, and methods of communication and problem-solving. Sessions are scheduled based on groups' needs and availability.

Provides comprehensive information and referral services.