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Maintains national network of well spouses (husbands and wives of chronically ill persons). Offers referrals to well spouse Support Groups. Has a Newsletter, Yearly Conference, online peer Mentorship Program, Round Robin Letter Writing group, and Respite Weekends. Advocates for programs that help families deal with chronic illness and educates healthcare professionals and the general public about the special challenges and unique roles well spouses face every day. Local group meets in Albertson, LI (Searingtown Rd., and IU Willets Road) at the Rehabilitation Center.

Provides camp for adults with special needs. Activities include swimming and canoeing, paddle boating, hiking, fishing, arts and crafts, movies, volleyball, nature hikes, campfires, skits, scavenger hunts, basketball and rainy day activities.

Beacon Light Food Pantry provides food, clothing and other items to low income households.

Provides the opportunity for a state resident to dispute a decision made about their benefit-related case by the local social services department.

Provides a free public education to youth in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade within the school district boundary.

Offers a non-profit center located on the campus of Farmingdale State College. We provide a secure and stimulating environment for children from 8 weeks through prekindergarten. Priority is given to children of students, faculty and staff. Community children are also welcome to attend our center. At the Children's Center at Farmingdale State we use the Creative Curriculum for infants through Pre-school. This curriculum encompasses all areas of child development while incorporating all areas of early learning, (pre-writing, pre-math, pre-science, early literacy, music & movement). Teachers in the classroom are facilitators and nurturers, providing children with age appropriate activities, encouragement and support. Our Pre-K program provides children with the skills necessary for kindergarten. Our state of the art facility offers heated floors throughout the classrooms, and central air for the warm summer months. Our indoor gross motor room offers an alternative to outside play when the weather is not cooperative. Call for more detailed information regarding the childcare center. For further information or guidance in the location and selection of child care services, please contact the Child Care Council of Suffolk at (631)462-0303 or the Child Care Services of Nassau at (516)358-9250.

Food Pantry

Hospice care services include nursing, social work, medical consultation, home health aides, volunteers, spiritual care, 24 hour on-call nursing, oxygen, medical equipment, prescription medicine, physical therapy, nutritional counseling, palliative home care program, respite care, bereavement care and counseling, bereavement support groups for adults, teens and children.

Provides a free public education to youth in grades 6th through 8th within the school district boundary.

Offers a full range of services and activities for adults and children including computer access, story programs for preschoolers, programs for seniors, and summer reading clubs for children and teens.

Provides training and technical assistance to current and prospective child care providers.

Provides a free public education to youth in grades 6th through 8th within the school district boundary.

We offer a comprehensive array of treatment, rehabilitation and clinical services that are customized to meet the needs of each participant. Free lunch included while at the program.

Handles legal matters including civil, criminal, small claims, and eviction cases within the Town of Johnstown.

Affordable after-school supervision for elementary and middle school-aged children in the Eastchester School District.

Provides treatment, counseling, training and other social services to people who would otherwise be incarcerated if not participating in programming.

Provides volunteer opportunities. Volunteers are compassionate, caring individuals who help provide a positive hospital experience for patients and their families. They serve in a number of capacities, including assisting in clinical departments or at the hospital gift shop. To volunteer, you need to be 15 years of age or older and able to commit at least 3-4 hours per week for a minimum of six months. Positions are available seven days a week with a variety of shifts. We try to match volunteers with opportunities based on their interests, talents and availability. But assignments change often and not every position is always open. We welcome high school and college students during their summer break. It is a great opportunity to gain insight into a medical setting. Summer program volunteering spans from mid-May/early June until mid-to end of August. Spots are limited and fill quickly. We recommend applying no later than mid-spring in order to be considered. All positions require students to be professional and mature, able to work with other volunteers and staff, and provide great customer service. Call for detailed information.

Food pantry provides food every week for those in need and the soup kitchen serves free hot meals

Professional development opportunities, resources and technical assistance for teachers and administrators.

Provides a free public education to youth in grades 9th through 12th within the school district boundary.

A hotline where local residents can call anonymously, to report school, domestic or community violence, illegal or suspicious activity, or other unlawful situations.

A community-based program for people ages 21 years and older with developmental disabilities. People enrolled in PWW learn new skills, build relationships, and develop self-esteem through volunteerism. Direct Support Staff assists people in volunteer and recreational activities at various art galleries, parks, department stores, museums, restaurants, fitness clubs, and with local community partners and organizations.

Offer services to veterans of military service which include employer information, education, training and credentialing, as well as links to federal resources.

Provides educational and recreational programs for five weeks during the summer for children who may not have other opportunities for summertime fun.