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Provides a comprehensive early childhood developmental program for children ages 3-5 of low income families as well as family support services. Specific education, health and social services objectives focus on cognitive and intellectual development, physical and mental health, as well as the nutritional needs of the child. Provides a food pantry open to the public during school year months September to June. 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 Council of Nassau at (516)358-9250.

Toll-free Information and Referral Line serves hundreds of family members and service providers each year. Staff has access to extensive resources across New York State to provide individuals with the information they need. Staff provides technical assistance to families, advocates, service providers and policymakers. Access Information and Referral specialist by sending an email to [email protected] or by calling 888-326-8644.

Provides a religious school for Jewish children with special needs. Also offers cultural enrichment, parent support groups and socialization groups.

Provides emergency relief to help cover expenses such as utility bills, mortgage and rent payments, car payments and repairs, auto insurance, home repair, food and household supplies, medical bills and copayments. Also offers Holiday financial assistance.

Offers a wide range of specialized services, home and community based, to children from birth to age 21. Services include special education, ABA (applied behavior analysis), Discrete Trial Instruction, speech, occupational and physical therapy, psychology and social work and Parent Education and Counseling.

Offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services, including assessment protocols, school consultations, parent counseling, individual psychotherapy and medication services for youth with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

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.

NY Connects provides free information and referral on long term care services to assist older adults and individuals with a disability in maintaining long term care.

Provides families, educators, early interventionists, medical professionals, employers, and the community at large with resources to support individuals with disabilities, enabling them to become active members of their communities and meet their full potential in all aspects of life. The CCI provides multi-faceted assistance and enrichment through a variety of resources, services, events, programs, seminars, and workshops. Call for more detailed information.

Provides recreational activities for children and young adults with a disability who require minimal supervision. Referral required.

NY Connects provides specialized information and referral regarding long term care issues and services for older adults.

The NY Connects of Schenectady County offers specialized information and referral services for long term care issues.

Offers a scheduled proactive experience for children with developmental disabilities ages 7 and up and adults who live with their family in Suffolk and Nassau County. Respite is available seven days a week for two individuals at a time.

Provides assistance in gathering information on resources and consumer rights. Offers parent training for navigation of insurance, educational system and public entitlements. Provides linkage and referral for needed services.

Provides in-home care and skills training for persons enrolled in the HCBS Waiver Program. Provides assistance in increasing independence, productivity, and integration into the community.

Provides early intervention for children birth to five, including speech/language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, special education (self-contained and integrated classes), adapted physical education, computer education, play therapy and family counseling. Also offers a nursery school, Pre-K, day care and a special program for children with autism spectrum disorders. Call for more information.

Provides referrals to the appropriate school district's Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) for evaluation to determine the needs of preschoolers with special needs. Offers information regarding services that may be available to children with disabilities who are age 3-5.

The Children with Special Healthcare Needs program is a referral linkage program to provide assistance to families for children birth to 21 years old who have serious, chornic, physical, developmental, behavioral, medical or emotional conditions.

Serves older adults who are blind or visually impaired by offering a full array of customized service programs ranging for benefits assistance to health and wellness programs in a fully accessible facility. Also offers a hot dinner meal Monday-Friday.

Organization providing individuals(ages 15-21) who are mentally, developmentally, emotionally, and physically disabled with coaching support as they adjust to their new jobs and/or strive to maintain their employment.

Fundamental to the Community Independence Program is the belief that individuals with developmental disabilities can and should be given the opportunity to determine the content and character of the service they receive, identify the goals to which they aspire, and choose the individuals that would provide them with assistance in identifying and attaining their goals.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program offers supports to CYSHCN and their families by providing timely and appropriate information and referrals to insurance, health services, and community resources to address their identified needs. The program is available to families with children and youth, ages 0 to 21, who have a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and may require health & related services.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program offers supports to CYSHCN and their families by providing timely and appropriate information and referrals to insurance, health services, and community resources to address their identified needs. The program is available to families with children and youth, ages 0 to 21, who have a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and may require health & related services.

Coordinates the Section 55A employment program for people with disabilities under the State Civil Services Law. Call for detailed information.

NY Connects is a trusted community resource that provides free information and assistance needed to make informed decisions about long-term care. Long-term Care can include many services that will help individuals remain independent in their daily lives.