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Download Brand Guidelines Clear Space Requirements: When using the Help Hub for Families logo, always surround it with the minimum amount of clearspace, which - [Knowledge Base](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/explore/web-resources/) - Browse our knowledge base of recommended online resources. - [Our Partners](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/connect/partners/) - Connect with our state partners for more information and support. - [Connect](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/connect/) - Learn more about New York State partners and service providers. - [Search](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/search-form/) - Customize an online web search. - [About](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/about/) - The former New York State Multiple Systems Navigator offered access to helpful health, education, human service and disability information on one user-friendly website with the goal of providing easily accessible resources and service information to assist youth, parents, family members/caregivers, and front-line staff navigate multiple human service systems. In the summer of 2024, the New - [Privacy Policy](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/privacy-policy/) - Disclaimer/Reproduction The Help Hub (www.helphubforfamilies.ny.gov) website is published by the Council on Children and Families (“CCF”). CCF makes every effort to post accurate and reliable information, however, it does not guarantee or warrant that the information on this website is complete, accurate, or current. Notification of incomplete, inaccurate, or out of date information is appreciated - [Search Results](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/search-results/) - Customized based on age and life circumstance. - [Explore](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/explore/) - Check out education resources, guidance articles, glossary terms, and commonly used acronyms. - [Other Offices & Organizations](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/connect/other-organizations/) - Helpful Offices, Organizations, and Service Providers - [First Steps](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/first-steps/) - Take these first steps to find supports, services, and resources available to your family. - [Locate Results](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/locate-results/) - Stub for the Locate Results page - [Transition to Adulthood](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/explore/guidance/transition-to-adulthood/) - Helpful information for becoming independent. - [Navigating Basics](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/explore/guidance/navigating-basics/) - Helpful information on navigating multiple systems. - [Language & Reasonable Accommodations](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/language-reasonable-accommodations/) - Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations The NYS Council on Children and Families (CCF) strives to provide access to all web site content, services, and transactions to all persons to the greatest extent possible. Careful consideration of accessibility has been applied during the design, posting, and maintenance of all web content. If you have any questions or - [Learn Results](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/learn-results/) - This is a stub for the Learn Results page. - [Guidance](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/explore/guidance/) - Read helpful guidance articles for caregivers and their loved ones - [Glossary](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/explore/glossary/) - Explore the glossary of terms and acronyms. ## Articles - [Housing](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/article/transition-to-adulthood-housing/) - When you're leaving care, one of the biggest things to plan for is housing. You may be asking yourself questions like, "Where will I live?" and "How will I afford my rent?" "Will I rent a whole apartment or just a room?" Will I move back home with my family?" First Things First Before choosing - [Service Entry Points](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/article/navigating-basics-service-entry-points/) - Where you start can make a difference in ensuring you get the services you need. Understanding the eligibility requirements for the services you are looking for will save you time and help you avoid going down the wrong path. Developmental Needs Your family doctor or child's pediatrician is the best place to start if you ## CCF Partners - [New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-office-of-temporary-and-disability-assistance-otda/) - The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) helps New Yorkers meet their essential needs and advance economically by providing opportunities for stable employment, housing, and nutrition. - [New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd/) - The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) coordinates and provides services to support New Yorkers with developmental disabilities and their families. - [New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-office-of-mental-health-omh/) - The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) promotes and offers resources and services to support mental wellness for New Yorkers. - [New York State Department of Labor (DOL)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-department-of-labor-dol/) - The New York State Department of Labor (DOL) protects workers, provides unemployment assistance, and connects New Yorkers to jobs. - [New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-justice-center-for-the-protection-of-people-with-special-needs/) - The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (JC) supports New Yorkers with special needs by providing prevention and advocacy services and investigating allegations of misconduct, abuse, or neglect. - [New York State Department of Health (DOH)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-department-of-health-doh/) - The New York State Department of Health (DOH) works to protect, improve, and promote public health, safety, and wellbeing. - [New York State Education Department (NYSED)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-education-department-nysed/) - The New York State Education Department (NYSED) sets student learning standards, oversees the state's public schools, cultural education, and more. - [New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-division-of-criminal-justice-services-dcjs/) - The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) provides resources and services to improve public safety and support the state's criminal justice system. - [New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-office-of-children-and-family-services-ocfs/) - The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) administers many programs, including family support, child care, youth development, juvenile justice, to promote the safety and wellbeing of children and families. - [New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-office-for-the-aging-nysofa/) - The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) provides programs, services, and supports to help older New Yorkers live as independently as possible. - [New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-office-of-addiction-services-and-supports-oasas/) - The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) provides, supports, and oversees services to help people affected by substance use lead healthy lives. - [New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-council-on-developmental-disabilities-cdd/) - The New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) supports programs that promote self-advocacy, participation, and inclusion to improve the lives of New Yorkers with developmental disabilities and their families. - [New York State Council on Children and Families (CCF)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/ccf-partner/new-york-state-council-on-children-and-families-ccf/) - The New York State Council on Children and Families (CCF) supports the coordination of the health, education, and human services systems to better the way New York serves its children and families. ## Featured Resources - [NYS Education Department - Transition from School to Post School for Students with Disabilities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-education-department-transition-from-school-to-post-school-for-students-with-disabilities/) - Information to assist schools, students and families with the transition from school to post-school. - [The Heartline (877-328-6423)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/the-heartline-877-328-6423/) - A peer-led warmline for young adults ages 14-21 who are currently or have once been impacted by the child welfare (foster care) system. - [HEARS (Help, Empower, Advocate, Reassure, and Support) Family Line](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/hears-help-empower-advocate-reassure-and-support-family-line/) - Resources for caregivers looking for services relating to food, clothing, housing, health care, child care, or parent education. - [Newborn Screening Program](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/newborn-screening-program/) - The Newborn Screening Program effectively identifies babies with certain disorders and is required for all newborns born in New York State. - [NY Connects](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/ny-connects/) - An online resource for parents and caregivers to go to for free, unbiased information about long term services and supports for people of all ages or with any type of disability. - [Head Start and Early Head Start](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/head-start-and-early-head-start/) - Free services for eligible children and families in areas of early learning, health, and family well-being. Programs are available for expecting parents, infants, toddlers, and children under 5. - [Learn the Signs. Act Early.](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/learn-the-signs-act-early/) - Use the Centers for Disease Control's “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” tools to track and celebrate developmental milestones from 2 months to 5 years. - [NYS Education Department - Office of Special Education](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-education-department-office-of-special-education/) - Services and programs for students with disabilities. - [Children's Single Point Of Access (C-SPOA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/childrens-single-point-of-access-c-spoa/) - A referral system for services to help children and young adults who have significant mental health needs remain in their community. - [Project TEACH ](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/project-teach/) - Provides support for providers in maternal health and pediatric primary care when there are mild to moderate mental health concerns. - [Growing Up Healthy Hotline  ](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/growing-up-healthy-hotline/) - A connection to resources for parents and people taking on family caregiving roles about health care, nutrition, pregnancy, and more. - [Early Intervention](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/early-intervention/) - Therapy and support services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. - [NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Front Door ](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-front-door/) - A step-by-step guide to help people with developmental disabilities work toward identifying needs, goals, and preferences. - [Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/children-and-youth-with-special-health-care-needs-cyshcn/) - A program to find help and support services for children with serious illnesses or medical conditions. - [Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Centers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/family-and-community-engagement-face-centers/) - A partnership to support and provide resources for families and educators and communities to improve equity and access for students with disabilities. - [NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-office-of-temporary-and-disability-assistance-otda/) - Offers a variety of programs that support basic needs of New Yorkers including housing and support services, food assistance, heating assistance, and more. - [NYS Child Care, After School & Parent Support Locator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-child-care-after-school-parent-support-locator/) - A tool for finding nearby child care, after-school programs, and home visiting programs. - [Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Agencies](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/child-care-resource-and-referral-ccrr-agencies/) - A resource that helps families find child care, and helps child care providers find technical assistance and training. - [Families Together in NYS](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/families-together-in-nys/) - A family-run organization that represents families of children with social, emotional, behavioral and cross-systems challenges. - [Parent to Parent of NYS](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/parent-to-parent-of-nys/) - A network that connects parents and caregivers of people with disabilities or special health care needs with trained individuals who have gone through similar experiences. - [Family Support Services (FSS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/family-support-services-fss/) - Programs and supports to help families keep their loved ones with developmental disabilities living at home safely. - [NYS Family Support Programs for Pregnant and Parenting Families](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-family-support-programs-for-pregnant-and-parenting-families/) - A free home visiting program that supports and guides new and expecting parents through the parenting journey. - [Families Together in NYS - Youth Power](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/families-together-in-nys-youth-power/) - A program run for and by youth and young adults that offers peer support, advocacy, technical assistance, training, and educational opportunities. - [NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Provider Directory](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-office-of-addiction-services-and-supports-oasas-provider-directory/) - Help finding substance use or problem gambling prevention and treatment programs. - [Youth Clubhouses](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/youth-clubhouses/) - Provides young people in recovery or at risk of addiction with the skills, community, and supports to build habits for a healthy life without substances. - [ACCES-VR (Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/acces-vr-adult-career-and-continuing-education-services-vocational-rehabilitation/) - A program that supports independent living for people with disabilities through training, education, rehabilitation, and career development. - [Independent Living Centers (ILCs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/independent-living-centers-ilcs/) - Provides advocacy, counseling, support groups, housing assistance, and skill training programs to help people with disabilities live and work independently. - [211 or 311 (New York City)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/211-or-311-new-york-city/) - Anyone can call 211 for specialists who help people find local services and assistance. It's free, confidential, and available 24/7. People in the New York City area can call 311 for more resources. - [NYS Department of Labor (DOL)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/nys-department-of-labor-dol/) - Employment services for youth, young adults, and people with disabilities. - [Pyramid Model for Supporting the Social & Emotional Competence of Infants and Young Children](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/resource/pyramid-model-for-supporting-the-social-emotional-competence-of-infants-and-young-children/) - Resources, information and trainings for families and providers to support social and emotional development of young children. ## First Steps - [County Health Departments](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/county-health-departments/) - Find your county public health department if you have questions about the health of your child, family, or community. - [NY Connects](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/ny-connects/) - NY Connects is an online resource for parents and caregivers to go to for free, unbiased information about long term services and supports for people of all ages or with any type of disability. - [Head Start and Early Head Start](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/head-start-and-early-head-start/) - Head Start programs provide free early learning, health, and wellbeing services for eligible parents and children under five years old. - [Help Hub For Families](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/help-hub-for-families/) - Continue exploring Help Hub for Families for information about health, education, human services, and other resources. The "Locate" page can help you find services in your area. - [County Department of Social Services (DSS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/county-department-of-social-services-dss/) - Your county Department of Social Services (DSS) can help you apply for and learn about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), Medicaid, child care subsidies, and temporary assistance. - [Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Provider Directory](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/office-of-addiction-servcies-and-supports-oasas-provider-directory/) - The Provider and Program Search is hosted by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). Search by county, city, or zip code to find substance use disorder treatment and prevention programs near you. - [ParentChild+](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/parentchild/) - Parent Child+ works with families, caregivers and communities to support early literacy and school readiness - [NYS Family Support Programs for Pregnant and Parenting Families](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/nys-family-support-programs-for-pregnant-and-parenting-families/) - New York State's Family Support Programs for Pregnant and Parenting Families, supported by the Department of Health (DOH), is a free home visiting program that supports and guides new and expecting parents through the parenting journey. - [myBenefits](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/mybenefits/) - myBenefits, supported by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), is an online portal that helps eligible New Yorkers apply for and manage benefits and assistance. - [New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/new-york-state-office-of-temporary-and-disability-assistance-otda/) - The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) provides eligible families with services and supports like: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). Temporary Assistance (TA), also known as Public Assistance (PA). Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). Child Support Services. - [NYS Pyramid Model](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/nys-pyramid-model/) - The Pyramid Model is an evidence-based framework proven to build social and emotional competence in the early years. Locate early care and learning programs implementing the Pyramid Model, how to become an implementing program, access Pyramid Model resources (for providers and families), and locate upcoming training opportunities. - [Local School Districts](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/local-school-districts/) - Your local school district can give you information about programs and services available to your child, and connect you with experts if your child might need accommodations or special education services. - [Office of Children and Families Services (OCFS) Find Child Care](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/office-of-children-and-families-services-ocfs-find-child-care/) - The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) website can help you find information about how to choose child care providers that are right for your family. There is also a search engine to help you find local regulated child care programs and in-depth information about the inspection history of each program. - [Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood-PLUS](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/military-child-care-in-your-neighborhood-plus/) - Military families can use Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood-PLUS to find child care programs and providers approved by the U.S. Department of Defense. - [Health Home Serving Children (HHSC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/health-home-serving-children-hhsc/) - Eligible New Yorkers under 21 with chronic health issues can work with New York State's Health Home program to make sure they get the care and services they need. The Department of Health (DOH) website can help you find a program where you live. - [Family Support Services (FSS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/family-support-services-fss/) - Family Support Services help families keep their loved ones with developmental disabilities living at home safely. Call the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) information line for more information at 1-866-946-9733. - [Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/care-coordination-organizations-ccos-health-homes/) - When you determine that your child is eligible for support from the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), use the agency's website to find a local Care Coordination Organization, or CCO. CCOs help you understand the resources and services available for your child. - [Early Intervention](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/early-intervention/) - The New York State Early Intervention Program provides free evaluations and helps you find therapy and support services for infants and toddlers with disabilities. To get started, use the Department of Health (DOH) website to find your county health department. - [Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotic Anonymous (NA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/alcoholics-anonymous-aa-or-narcotic-anonymous-na/) - Anyone looking for resources to cope with substance use or alcohol use disorder can find local meetings and support on the Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) websites. To find New York NA meetings near you https://www.narcotics.com/na-meetings/new-york/. To find a New York AA meeting near you https://alcoholicsanonymous.com/aa-meetings/new-york/ To talk to someone now call the - [Youth Peer Advocates](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/youth-peer-advocates/) - Youth Peer Advocates provide peer support, advocacy, technical assistance, training, and education opportunities. You can find more information via the Families Together Youth Power network. - [Family Peer Advocates](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/family-peer-advocate/) - Family Peer Advocates have personal experience and better understand what you might be going through emotionally. They can help you understand the services available for your family so you can make informed decisions. Call Families Together at 1-888-326-8644. - [Children’s Single Point Of Access (C-SPOA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/childrens-single-point-of-access-c-spoa/) - If your child requires higher levels of emotional or mental health support, you can contact a local Children’s Single Point Of Access (C-SPOA). A C-SPOA can help you find care management resources to help children stay in their home communities. - [Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Agencies](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/child-care-resource-and-referral-ccrr-agencies/) - Child Care Resource and Referral agencies help families find child care, and help child care providers find technical assistance and training. - [Independent Living Centers (ILCs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/independent-living-centers-ilcs/) - Independent Living Centers are community-based organizations that help people with disabilities live and work independently. They can also provide services like advocacy, counseling, support groups, and housing assistance. - [HEARS](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/hears/) - The HEARS family line can help parents and families looking for services relating to food, clothing, housing, health care, child care, or parent education. Call 1-888-554-3277 for resources and referrals. - [NYS Child Care, After School & Parent Support Programs Locator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/nys-child-care-after-school-parent-support-programs-locator/) - This New York State Council on Children and Families (CCF) website provides tools to find nearby after-school programs, parent and caregiver support programs, and links to child care referral agencies in each county. - [Parent to Parent of NYS](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/parent-to-parent-of-nys/) - Parent to Parent connects parents and caregivers of people with disabilities with a trained network of individuals who have gone through similar experiences. They can help you find your way through services and systems to make more informed decisions. - [211 or 311](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/211-or-311/) - Anyone can call 211 for specialists who help people find local services and assistance. It's free, confidential, and available 24/7. People in the New York City area can call 311 for more resources. - [ACCES-VR (Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/acces-vr-adult-career-and-continuing-education-services-vocational-rehabilitation/) - The ACCES-VR program supports independent living for people with disabilities through training, education, rehabilitation, and career development. Visit the website or call 1-800-222-5627. - [Family Doctor or Pediatrician](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/family-doctor-or-pediatrician/) - Bring your child to a doctor to better understand your child’s developmental, emotional, and physical health needs. - [Housing and Support Services (HHS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/housing-and-support-services-hhs/) - Housing and Support Services (HSS), supported by the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), helps stabilize families experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing a place to live. - [Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Front Door](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-front-door/) - The Front Door, a program from the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), guides you step-by-step to find out if you're eligible for the agency's services. The process helps people with developmental disabilities work toward their needs, goals, preferences, and independence. You can visit the website or call the OPWDD information - [Department of Health (DOH) - NARCAN](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/department-of-health-doh-narcan/) - Naloxone is an emergency medicine that can stop an opioid overdose. You can find a pharmacy or program near you that provides the medication without a prescription on the New York State Department of Health (DOH) website. - [Department of Health (DOH) - Food Bank](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/department-of-health-doh-food-bank/) - The Department of Health (DOH) website can help you find a food bank in your area. - [Department of Labor (DOL) - Youth Resources](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/department-of-labor-dol-youth-resources/) - The New York State Department of Labor (DOL) has employment resources and information for young adults planning their careers or looking for guidance as they join the workforce. - [New York State Education Department (NYSED) - Office of Special Education](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/new-york-state-education-department-nysed-office-of-special-education/) - The New York State Education Department (NYSED) Office of Special Education offers up-to-date guidance and programs for students with disabilities. - [Office of Mental Health (OMH) Program Directory](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/office-of-mental-health-omh-program-directory/) - The Mental Health Program Directory provides information on New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) programs. - [New York State Education Department (NYSED) - Preschool Special Education](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/new-york-state-education-department-nysed-preschool-special-education/) - The New York State Education Department (NYSED) Preschool Special Education division works to make sure children with disabilities get the services they need. Their website has information and guidance for families about helpful programs and services. - [New York State Education Department (NYSED) - Preschool Special Education Educational Partnership](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/new-york-state-education-department-nysed-preschool-special-education-educational-partnership/) - New York State's Educational Partnership is a network of regional teams that provide support to families of students with disabilities. - [Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/children-and-youth-with-special-health-care-needs-cyshcn/) - The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program helps families find help and support services for children with serious illnesses or medical conditions. The website has a list of counties where CYSHCN operates. - [NYS Provider and Health Plan Look Up](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/nys-provider-and-health-plan-look-up/) - The NYS Provider and Health Plan Look-Up, supported by NY State of Health, is a tool to help you find more information about health plans or providers that work with your plan. - [Planned Parenthood](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/planned-parenthood/) - Planned Parenthood provides essential health services to everyone, regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, or ability to pay. - [Growing Up Healthy Hotline](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/growing-up-healthy-hotline/) - The Growing Up Healthy Hotline is available 24/7 to help expecting parents and caregivers find help for: Health care Nutrition Pregnancy Family planning Children's special needs Call 1 800-522-5006 or visit the Growing Up Healthy website. - [Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) - Healthy Families New York Home Visiting Program](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/office-of-children-and-family-services-ocfs-healthy-families-new-york-home-visiting-program/) - Healthy Families New York, supported by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), is a free home visiting program that supports New Yorkers expecting a child. It helps new parents and caregivers navigate the changes and needs that come with the birth of a child. - [Project TEACH](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/next-steps/project-teach/) - Project TEACH connects maternal health specialists, children's primary care providers, and families with community mental health and support services like treatment, care management, and family support. For information, call (855) 227-7272. ## Knowledge Base - [Office of Special Education Partnership Approved Training Packages](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/office-of-special-education-partnership-approved-training-packages/) - Locate information on training opportunities and agencies approved by the NYS Education Department's Office of Special Education. - [Early Childhood Family and Community Engagement Centers (EC FACE Centers)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/early-childhood-family-and-community-engagement-centers-ec-face-centers/) - Regional Teams assists families and educational organizations in improving equity, access, opportunities, and outcomes for all students with disabilities - [Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/office-of-special-education-programs-osep/) - Provides leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts improve results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21. - [New York Housing Resource Center for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/new-york-housing-resource-center-for-people-with-intellectual-and-developmental-disabilities/) - An extensive source of information on important housing-related topics for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). - [The Heartline (877-328-6423)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/the-heartline-877-328-6423/) - A peer-led warmline for young adults who are currently or have once been impacted by the child welfare (foster care) system to talk about the highs and lows of their experiences with a peer who has navigated similar situations and to connect information. - [National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) New York State](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/national-alliance-on-mental-health-nami-new-york-state/) - NAMI New York State serves residents across NY state with free mental health support, online groups, resources and education. - [Know your Rights - School Suspensions](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/know-your-rights-school-suspensions/) - Student rights and due process as it relates to school suspensions from the American Civil Liberties Union of New York. - [Mental Hygiene Legal Service](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/mental-hygiene-legal-service/) - The Mental Hygiene Legal Service (MHLS) is a New York State agency responsible for representing, advocating and litigating on behalf of individuals receiving services for a mental disability. - [Family Legal Care](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/family-legal-care/) - Family Legal Care offers unrepresented parents and caregivers the legal support and guidance they need to navigate New York State Family Court. - [NYS Parent Portal](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-parent-portal/) - The Parent Portal contains tips and resources for new parents and offers advice for the first five years of parenthood. - [abilibee](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/abilibee/) - An app for New York individuals with developmental disabilities and those who support them. - [Disability Rights New York (DRNY)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/disability-rights-new-york-drny/) - Access to free legal and advocacy services for New Yorkers with disabilities. - [Every Student Present](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/every-student-present/) - A public awareness campaign that promotes the importance of consistent school attendance and the impact of absences on children's learning ability. Topics range from, what to do when a student refuses to go to school, identifying stress, vision and learning difficulties, and building resilience. - [Social Security Office Locator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/social-security-office-locator/) - Online tool to help find your local Social Security office and also the telephone number, hours of operation, and a link to map and get directions to the office. This site allows people to apply for disability benefits online and find help and answers to many benefit questions. - [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap/) - The Federal site provides national and state information on SNAP eligibility and food items covered by SNAP benefits. The site also provides information on many other public food benefit programs including meals for schools and child care, farmers' market, and WIC. - [Developmental Disability Provider Directory](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/developmental-disability-provider-directory/) - New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities list of registered service providers. - [Caregiver Respite Voucher Program](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/caregiver-respite-voucher-program/) - This is a caregiver-directed program that offers respite vouchers to informal family caregivers. The program is open to Kinship Caregivers caring for a child under 18 years and caregivers of adults with long-term chronic conditions. - [Children’s Community Residence (CCR) Program Information for Caregivers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/childrens-community-residence-ccr-program-information-for-caregivers/) - Children’s Community Residences provides services for youth experiencing serious emotional disturbances and in need of a temporary place to live with supervision, structure, skill building, and behavior support. - [What is a 504 Plan and How Can it Help my Teen?](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/what-is-a-504-plan-and-how-can-it-help-my-teen/) - Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act is a civil rights law which guarantees students with disabilities access to quality education. - [myBenefits!](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/mybenefits/) - Begin the prescreen to see which state and federal human services benefit programs you are eligible for and find information on how to apply and recertify for programs like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). - [Anxiety Disorders](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/anxiety-disorders/) - Learn about the symptoms and causes anxiety disorders and effective treatments for these conditions. - [Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (TRAID)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/tecnology-related-assistance-for-individuals-with-disabilities-traid/) - A state program that provides access to assistive technology to New Yorkers with a disability via Regional TRAID Center loans and technical training. - [Casey Life Skills (CLS) Assessment Tool](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/casey-life-sills-cls-assessment-tool/) - A checklist to assess life skills and achieve long-term independent living goals. - [Temporary and Emergency Assistance Programs and Services](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/temporary-and-emergency-assistance-programs-and-services/) - NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) website provides information on the Temporary Assistance program including eligibility for benefits and rights and responsibilities when applying for or receiving benefits. - [Transition Age Youth](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/transition-age-youth/) - Office of Mental Health resources for young people transitioning to adulthood, and important information for family and care providers. - [Youth.gov](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/youth-gov/) - Access interactive tools and resources to help organizations and community partnerships plan and implement effective youth programs. - [Transition Tool Kit](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/transition-tool-kit/) - The Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit will help guide you on the journey from adolescence to adulthood. - [Voices of Youth Advisors (VOYA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/voices-of-youth-advisors-voya/) - Voices of Youth Advisors is a youth advisory council in Rensselaer County that allows young people to have input in the services to ensure that services and supports in the community are meeting the needs of young people. - [Self-Advocacy Online](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/self-advocacy-online/) - Website provides a directory of self-advocacy groups by state and/or zip code. Contact information and a description of products and services offered as well as the mission statement is listed for each program. Website also contains many stories from self-advocates, resources to help individuals learn about self-advocacy, and a toolkit with easy-to-use tips and strategies - [Sibling Resources](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/sibling-resources/) - Learn about the network of adult siblings of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and find resources and training opportunities about issues impacting siblings every day. Website contains resources for siblings across the lifespan, networking opportunities, and online learning. - [Talk2Prevent](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/talk2prevent/) - NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) website provides resources and tools to help parents talk with their kids about underage alcohol and drug use. Teens report that often the biggest influences in their lives are their parents and family. This website also contains media graphics, PSA's for community coalitions. - [Resources for Families of Individuals with Special Needs and Professionals](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/resources-for-families-of-individuals-with-special-needs-and-professionals/) - Find resources, tip sheets. Information on learning disabilities, neurological disorders, mental health, advocacy, bullying, autism, developmental disabilities and more located in Western NY. - [Mental Health Awareness and Outreach](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/mental-health-awareness-and-outreach/) - Find resources and information on raising awareness about psychosis and early identification/intervention for mental illness. The Outreach and Awareness webpage of the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) provides materials for diverse audiences. - [Respite Locator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/respite-locator/) - The national Respite Locator provides information on respite providers and programs in local communities and states, including New York State. - [Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/runaway-and-homeless-youth-programs/) - The NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) supports youth and Young Adult who do not have consistent, stable housing. Information on Runaway and Homeless Youth programs, where to look for help, and other resources can be found on this website. - [Regional Addiction Resources](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/regional-addiction-resources/) - NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports provides links to free support groups and resources for individuals in recovery and information for their family and friends. Programs include: Recovery Centers, Clubhouses, Centers of Treatment Innovation, Open Access Centers, Peer Engagement Specialists, Family Support Navigators, Regional Addiction Resources Centers. - [Regional Partnership Centers (RPC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/regional-partnership-centers-rpc/) - Get information on NYS Educational Partnership resources providing direct training and support to families, approved preschool and school-age programs, public schools and districts, and community partners. Regional Teams include: Regional Partnership Centers (RPC), Early Childhood Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Centers, and School-age FACE Centers. - [Resource Directory for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/resource-directory-for-children-and-youth-with-special-health-care-needs/) - NYS Department of Health resource directory for the families of children and Young Adult who have a serious illness or long-lasting condition for which they need extra health care and support services. Intellectual or developmental disability or Behavioral or emotional condition. - [Mental Health and Wellness Information](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/mental-health-and-wellness-information/) - Find NYS Office of Mental Health resources to help New Yorkers of all ages understand mental wellness, cope with stress, and stay resilient. Resources include parent guides to help parents better understand their child's social and emotional development (ages 1 to 18 years) and resources for school and mental health partners. - [Patient AirLift Services](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/patient-airlift-services/) - Patient AirLift Services is a nonprofit that arranges free flights for medical patients requiring medical diagnosis, treatment or follow-up who cannot afford or are unable to fly commercially. - [Preparing Your Child/Young Adult for Work](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/preparing-your-child-young-adult-for-work/) - Find informaton on supports to help youth with disabilities find jobs and careers and learn about "equal opportunity" laws and rights. - [Q Centers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/q-centers/) - Learn about Q Centers, providing comprehensive programming for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer (LGBTQ) youth/Young Adult (ages 8 - 29 years) and children of LGBTQ parents, their families, allies, teachers, school administrators, school counselors, school social workers, and health and human service providers. Q Centers promote equality, celebrate diversity, and create a safer, more accepting - [Office of Family Assistance Peer Technical Assistance: Strengthening Families for Economic Mobility](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/office-of-family-assistance-peer-technical-assistance-strengthening-families-for-economic-mobility/) - Federal peer technical assistance program program to support the economic mobility of workers and families in low-income households. The goal of this technical assistance program is to establish linkages among TANF agencies and their partners serving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and low-income families at the state, county, local, and tribal levels. - [OnTrackNY](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/ontrackny/) - Find information about OnTrackNY, a treatment program for adolescents and Young Adult who recently have had unusual thoughts and behaviors or who have started hearing or seeing things that others don’t. OnTrackNY helps people achieve their goals for school, work, and relationships. Programs are located throughout New York State. OnTrackNY also provides consultation and training - [Parent Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/parent-educator-resource-guide-to-section-504-in-public-elementary-and-secondary-schools/) - Guide summarizes key requirements of Section 504, the federal law that provides a broad spectrum of protections for students against discrimination on the basis of disability, and explains how Section 504 applies in various situations within public elementary and secondary schools. Guide also can help members of the school community better understand Section 504 and - [NYS Local Departments of Social Services](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-local-departments-of-social-services/) - Contact your local department of social services to learn more about the full range of social service programs including cash assistance. - [NYS Parent Guide](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-parent-guide/) - Discover parenting behaviors that are key to building a strong and positive relationship in early childhood. - [NYS Pyramid Model](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-pyramid-model/) - A framework proven to build social and emotional competence in the early years. Learn more and locate upcoming training opportunities. - [OASAS Youth and Young Adult](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/oasas-youth-and-young-adult/) - Learn about adolescent and youth treatment services and access specialized and general information for parents and families in New York. - [OASAS Prevention Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/oasas-prevention-programs/) - NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports website provides an overview of prevention programs in NYS and links to the prevention provider directory. - [National Autism Association (NAA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/national-autism-association-naa/) - Get information on Autism including signs, facts, treatments, and family support. - [988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/988-suicide-crisis-lifeline/) - The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources. - [New York Arc Chapters](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/new-york-arc-chapters/) - Arc programs provide supportive environments for anyone with a developmental disability. - [New York Housing Search .Gov](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/new-york-housing-search-gov/) - Browse rental housing and find resources for renters like the affordability calculator, rights and responsibilities. - [NY Caregiving and Respite Coalition Resources for Caregivers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/ny-caregiving-and-respite-coalition-resources-for-caregivers/) - Information for family caregivers in New York. - [NY Connects](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/ny-connects/) - Locate and get information on long term services and supports. - [NYS Career Center Locator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-career-center-locator/) - The Department of Labor Career Center locator connect you with a local career center for free job search services. - [NYS Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-commission-for-the-blind-and-visually-handicapped/) - The Commission works to increase the independence and employability of people who are legally blind. - [NYS Kinship Navigator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/nys-kinship-navigator/) - Get information on referral, and advocacy services for kinship caregivers. A kinship caregiver is anyone who is caring for a someone else's child. - [Local and National Down Syndrome Support Networks - Ages and Stages](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/local-and-national-down-syndrome-support-networks-ages-and-stages/) - Locate support organizations for New Yorkers with Down syndrome and their families. Includes information on the Ages and Stages of Down Syndrome and a family toolkit. - [Medicaid Health Homes](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/medicaid-health-homes/) - The Health Home Program is for New Yorkers receiving Medicaid to connect with health care providers, mental health and substance abuse providers, medication, housing and social support services. - [Mental Health Literacy in Schools](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/mental-health-literacy-in-schools/) - The Education Department website contains guidance and educational resources on supporting mental health education. - [Graduation Requirements for Students with Disabilities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/graduation-requirements-for-students-with-disabilities/) - Learn about safety net options which help students with disabilities complete general education requirements to earn a Regents, local high school diploma or non-diploma credentials. - [Growing Up Healthy Hotline](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/growing-up-healthy-hotline/) - 1-800-522-5006. Call the Department of Health hotline for information about health care, nutrition, and other health and human service programs 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Operators speak various languages. - [Home Instruction (Home Schooling) Questions and Answers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/home-instruction-home-schooling-questions-and-answers/) - Home instruction is an option for students who are unable to attend public or nonpublic school due to a physical, mental, or emotional illness or injury. - [Information for Parents of Preschool Students with Disabilities Ages 3-5](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/information-for-parents-of-preschool-students-with-disabilities-ages-3-5/) - Get information about eligibility and services offered under the preschool students with disabilities (3 to 5 years of age). - [Statewide Family Support Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/statewide-family-support-programs/) - Find mental health services for children and families across New York State. Connect with your local Regional Parent Advisors and Youth Partners who provide a forum for family and youth support services. - [Find a Behavioral Health Provider](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/find-a-behavioral-health-provider/) - Use this NYS Office of Mental Health provider directory to find a behavioral health provider in New York State. - [Find Treatment for Addiction](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/find-treatment-for-addiction/) - Find local providers licensed to treat substance use disorders, addiction, and mental illness on the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website. - [Friends of Recovery New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/friends-of-recovery-new-york/) - Learn about the statewide coalition to support individuals struggling with addiction. Coalition includes people in recovery, their families, friends, and allies. - [Disability Transportation Contacts for New York City](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/disability-transportation-contacts-for-new-york-city/) - Find resources and benefits for transportation around New York City, including a list of disability transportation providers for families of children with disabilities in NYC. - [Disability.Gov](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/disability-gov/) - A comprehensive source of disability-related programs, services, policies, laws, and regulations from the federal Office of Disability Employment Policy. - [Equipment Loan Fund for the Disabled](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/equipment-loan-fund-for-the-disabled/) - State fund to help New Yorkers with disabilities purchase equipment to help the person with a disability overcome barriers of daily living. Equipment can include wheelchairs, lifts, ramps, or communication devices. - [Family Care Navigator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/family-care-navigator/) - A federal tool for caregivers to navigate resources related to legal issues, government health and disability benefits, living arrangements, and services and education for caregivers. - [Residential Treatment Facility Program Information for Caregivers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/residential-treatment-facility-program-information-for-caregivers/) - Residential Treatment Facilities offer inpatient mental health services for youth under the age of 21 with severe symptoms. Young people admitted to a program go to a school on, or close, to the facility. - [Children's HCBS & CFTSS Agency Site Map](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/childrens-hcbs-cftss-agency-site-map/) - Locate and access information on home and community based services, child and family treatment, and support service programs. - [Children's Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/childrens-home-and-community-based-services-hcbs/) - Children's Home and Community Based Services offer services and supports to children with mental health needs and their families in their home and community. - [Youth Clubhouses](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/youth-clubhouses/) - Youth Clubhouses provide a restorative, non-clinical environment to connect young people (ages 12 to 21) whose lives have been disrupted by addiction. - [College Navigator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/college-navigator/) - A national college search engine created by the Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics. - [Community Coalitions and Prevention Resource Centers (PRCs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/community-coalitions-and-prevention-resource-centers-prcs/) - A community coalition is a group of concerned citizens, big or small, working to shift attitudes, norms, and stigma, around substance use and prevention.Coalitions engage in positive vital prevention work to build a system of support that encourages positive youth development. - [Disability Resources](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/disability-resources/) - Discover disability-related programs, services and laws. compiled by the Justice Center. - [Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/adult-career-and-continuing-education-services-vocational-rehabilitation-acces-vr/) - Employment and independent living services are available for New Yokers with disabilities looking for training, education, rehabilitation, and career services. - [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention-cdc/) - Research popular health topics, including diseases and conditions, health living, workplace safety, and environmental health. - [Child Mind Institute](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/child-mind-institute/) - A non-profit children's mental health organization that provides education for parents and caregivers on responding to emotional, behavioral or learning challenges. - [Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/children-and-family-treatment-and-support-services-cftss/) - Mental health and substance abuse services for children who are eligible for Medicaid (birth to 21). Services can be provided at home or in the community. - [Become a Family Peer Advocate (FPA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/become-a-family-peer-advocate-fpa/) - Become a NYS Family Peer Advocate Credential and promote family support for those caring for a young person with a social, emotional, behavioral, health, or developmental disability. - [Become a member of Youth Power](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/become-a-member-of-youth-power/) - [Youth Power](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/youth-power/) - A New York State network for and by youth and Young Adult. Youth Power works to ensure young people have meaningful connection in services received through Peer Support. - [Apprenticeships: A Path to a Skilled Career](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/apprenticeships-a-path-to-a-skilled-career/) - NYS Department of Labor website provides information on apprenticeships, including how to become an apprentice, registering an apprenticeship program, and apprenticeship opportunities. - [Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator Map](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/behavioral-health-treatment-services-locator-map/) - Search for mental illness and substance use disorder treatment services in your area, using the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Locator Map. - [Bravehearts - Motivating Others through Voices of Experiences (M.O.V.E.) New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/bravehearts-motivating-others-through-voices-of-experiences-m-o-v-e-new-york/) - A youth movement founded in Westchester County by Young Adult who have struggled with a variety of issues and have had experience with foster care, residential placement, substance abuse, homelessness, mental health and/or the juvenile justice systems. - [What is Assistive Technology?](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/what-is-assistive-technology/) - Information on assistive technologies for children with learning and attention issues. - [Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/) - Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). - [ADA, Section 504 & Postsecondary Education](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/ada-section-504-postsecondary-education/) - Student rights and self advocacy in postsecondary education. - [Academic Intervention Services - Questions and Answers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/academic-intervention-services-questions-and-answers/) - Information about academic intervention services including student eligibility and parental involvement. - [U.S. Department of Justice: Civil Rights Division](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/u-s-department-of-justice-civil-rights-division/) - Education and technical assistance to encourage voluntary compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Call the ADA Information Line: 800-514-0301 | 833-610-1264 (TTY). - [Anxiety and Depression Association of America](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/anxiety-and-depression-association-of-america/) - Information for caregivers on the prevention and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), college mental health, school avoidance, and related topics. - [A-Z of Disabilities and Accommodations](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/a-z-of-disabilities-and-accommodations/) - The Job Accommodation Network provides free one-on-one consulting information on job accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act or Rehabilitation Act, or topics related to disability employment. - [ABLE Accounts: 10 Things You Should Know](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/able-accounts-10-things-you-should-know/) - An Achieving a Better Life Experience account is a tax-advantaged savings account that can fund disability expenses. - [About Autism and Other Autism Resources](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/about-autism-and-other-autism-resources/) - Resources on living and supporting autistic people compiled by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network. - [ACCESS NYC](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/access-nyc/) - More than 30 programs are available to increase access to food, housing, and financial or work support for New York City residents. - [Guide to the ADA Accessibility Standards](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/guide-to-the-ada-accessibility-standards/) - Animated videos help illustrate the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines and standards. Closed captioning available. - [Accessing Home and Community-Based Services: A Guide for Self-Advocates](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/accessing-home-and-community-based-services-a-guide-for-self-advocates/) - Learn about available resources to support individuals with disabilities living independently in the community. - [411 on Disability Disclosure: A Workbook for Youth with Disabilities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/411-on-disability-disclosure-a-workbook-for-youth-with-disabilities/) - This workbook helps young people make informed decisions about disclosing a disability. - [A Comparison of ADA, IDEA, and Section 504](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/a-comparison-of-ada-idea-and-section-504/) - [Department of Health (DOH) AIDS Institute Provider Directory](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/department-of-health-doh-aids-institute-provider-directory/) - List of providers who provide services related to HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), hepatitis C, needle exchanges, and other related services. 1-800-541-2437 (English); 1-800-233-7432 (Spanish). - [A Parent's Guide to Special Education in NYS for Children 3-21](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/website/a-parents-guide-to-special-education-in-nys-for-children-3-21/) - Comprehensive guide on the special education process in New York State including initial referrals for special education services. ## Locate - [NYS Department of Health Specialty Care Centers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-department-of-health-specialty-care-centers/) - [Health Facilities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/health-facilities/) - [Farmers' Markets](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/farmers-markets/) - [Accessible Outdoor Activities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/accessible-outdoor-activities/) - [Local Mental Health Providers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/local-mental-health-providers/) - [New York State Commission for the Blind (NYSCB) Comprehensive Service Contractors](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/new-york-state-commission-for-the-blind-nyscb-comprehensive-service-contractors/) - [Public Colleges and Universities](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/public-colleges-and-universities/) - [Career Centers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/career-centers/) - [Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Food Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/women-infants-and-children-wic-food-programs/) - [Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/runaway-and-homeless-youth-programs/) - [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in New York City (NYC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap-in-new-york-city-nyc/) - [Mental Health Programs in New York City (NYC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/mental-health-programs-in-new-york-city-nyc/) - [Developmental Disabilities Service Provider](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/developmental-disabilities-service-provider-map/) - [Special Act 853 Schools - NYS Education Department](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/career-training-proprietary-schools-nys-education-department/) - [Career Training Schools (Proprietary)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/career-training-proprietary-schools/) - [NYS Child Care, After School, and Parent Support Programs Locator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-child-care-after-school-and-parent-support-programs-locator/) - [Approved Preschool Programs for Students with Disabilities Near You](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/approved-preschool-programs-for-students-with-disabilities/) - [Early Intervention Programs Near You](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/early-intervention-programs/) - [NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Prevention Resource Centers (PRCs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-office-of-addiction-services-and-supports-oasas-prevention-resource-centers-prcs/) - [NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Substance Use Prevention Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-office-of-addiction-services-and-supports-oasas-substance-use-prevention-programs/) - [NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-office-of-addiction-services-and-supports-oasas-addiction-treatment-centers-atcs/) - [County Health Departments](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/county-health-departments/) - [Local Department of Social Services (DSS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/local-department-of-social-services-dss/) - [Licensed Home Care Services](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/licensed-home-care-services/) - [Developmental Disabilities Service Provider (Directory)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/developmental-disabilities-service-provider-directory/) - [NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Regional Offices](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-regional-offices/) - [Medicaid Health Homes](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/medicaid-health-homes/) - [Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Agencies](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/child-care-resource-and-referral-ccrr-agencies/) - [School Age Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Centers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/school-age-family-and-community-engagement-face-centers/) - [Early Childhood Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Centers](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/early-childhood-family-and-community-engagement-face-centers/) - [NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH) Field Offices](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-office-of-mental-health-omh-field-offices/) - [NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH) Single Point of Access (SPOA) Coordinators](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-office-of-mental-health-omh-single-point-of-access-spoa-coordinators/) - [Special Education Quality Assurance (SEQA) Regional Offices](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/special-education-quality-assurance-seqa-regional-offices/) - [Head Start Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/head-start-programs/) - [NYS Independent Living Centers (ILCs)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/nys-independent-living-centers-ilcs/) - [Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/adult-career-and-continuing-education-services-vocational-rehabilitiation-acces-vr/) - [211 and 311 Regional Offices](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/location/211-and-311-regional-offices/) ## Other Orgs - [New York Alliance For Inclusion & Innovation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/new-york-alliance-for-inclusion-innovation/) - The New York Alliance For Inclusion & Innovation serves as a catalyst for positive change and leading resource for individuals with disabilities, their families, and the organizations supporting them. They achieve this through: advocacy, education & training, technical assistance & practice improvement, and advancing sound public policy. - [Sinergia - Metropolitan Parent Center](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/sinergia/) - Sinergia - Metropolitan Parent Center offers training presented on a variety of topics related to special education, ranging from one-time workshops on topics of current interest to an intensive advocacy series designed to develop the knowledge and skills of parents to advocate for their own children and assist other parents. Sinergia has a longstanding reputation - [NYS Parent Center Network](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-parent-center-network/) - The NYS Parent Center Network is a coordinated group of organizations that provide support and information for parents of children with disabilities via a seamless delivery system throughout New York State. - [United We Stand of New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/united-we-stand-of-new-york/) - United We Stand is a community-based parent support program serving culturally and linguistically diverse families who have children, youth/young adults with disabilities throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Harlem (Manhattan). Directed and staffed by parents who reside in the community and have a child with a disability or are individuals/parents with disabilities. United We Stand - [Community Inclusion and Development Alliance (CIDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/community-inclusion-and-development-alliance-cida/) - CIDA is an alliance for families and community partners working to increase equity and inclusion opportunities for children and families with exceptional needs including disabilities, language and cultural barriers, and socioeconomic challenges. CIDA strengthens the capacity of the entire community by providing parent training and support, advocacy, inclusive community programs and workforce development projects. - [Advocates for Children (AFC) in New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/advocates-for-children-afc-in-new-york/) - Advocates for Children of New York (AFC) leads the charge for access to quality education for ALL New York City students, focusing on the children and youth who are most likely to experience failure or discrimination in school because of poverty, disability, race, ethnicity, immigrant or English Language Learner status, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, - [New York Association on Independent Living (NYAIL)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/new-york-association-on-independent-living-nyail/) - The New York Association on Independent Living (NYAIL) is a statewide, not-for-profit membership association created by and composed of Independent Living Centers across New York State. - [Mental Hygiene Legal Service](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/mental-hygiene-legal-service/) - The Mental Hygiene Legal Service (MHLS) is a New York State agency responsible for representing, advocating and litigating on behalf of individuals receiving services for a mental disability. - [Center for Justice Innovation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/center-for-court-innovations-youth-justice-board/) - The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice in partnership with communities, courts, and the people most impacted. - [Parent to Parent of New York State (P2P)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/parent-to-parent-of-new-york-state-p2p/) - Parent to Parent of NYS, which began in 1994, is a statewide not for profit organization established to support and connect families of individuals with special needs. The 13 offices, located throughout NYS, are staffed by Regional Coordinators, who are parents or close relatives of individuals with special needs. Parent to Parent of NYS is - [Public University Systems in New York State](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/public-university-systems-in-new-york-state/) - New York State holds the largest State University of New York (SUNY) and 3rd largest City University of New York (CUNY) public university systems in the United States. The SUNY and CUNY systems are separate and independent university systems, although both are public institutions that receive funding from New York State, CUNY also receives funding from - [US Center on Technology and Disability (CTD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/https-www-air-org-project-center-technology-and-disability/) - The Center on Technology and Disability (CTD) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). The Center is designed to increase the capacity of families and providers to advocate for, acquire, and implement effective assistive and instructional technology (AT/IT) practices, devices, and services. Research-based technologies, used appropriately have great - [Self-Advocacy Association of New York State, Inc. (SANYS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/self-advocacy-association-of-new-york-state-inc-sanys/) - The Self-Advocacy Association of New York State, Inc. (SANYS) is a not-for-profit, grassroots organization run by and for people with developmental disabilities. SANYS's goal is to help create a person-centered and person-directed system of support. To further this goal, the SANYS executive board supports self-advocates and self-advocacy groups regionally and statewide. SANYS encourages them to - [Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/center-for-consumer-engagement-in-health-innovation/) - The Center’s mission is to bring the consumer experience to the forefront of health innovation in order to deliver better care, better value and better health for every community, particularly vulnerable and historically underserved populations. - [Youth Power (YP)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/youth-power-yp/) - Youth Power is a New York State network hosted by Families Together in NYS that is run for and by youth and young adults. Youth Power works to ensure young people have meaningful involvement on all levels of the services they receive. They ensure the availability of Peer Support through persistent advocacy, technical assistance and by offering - [Youth Organizing! Disabled & Proud](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/youth-organizing-disabled-proud/) - Youth Organizing (YO!) connects, organizes and educates youth with disabilities! YO! gives youth leadership opportunities, social networks, resources and more. YO! is for youth with disabilities to be PROUD of who we are and what we can achieve! - [Youth in Progress (YIP)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/youth-in-progress-yip/) - Youth in Progress is comprised of youth in care in New York State that promote positive youth development and support adult/youth partnerships and adolescents in achieving successful outcomes. Their mission is to enhance and advance the lives of today's and tomorrow's foster youth by supporting our sense of self and responsibility. To do this, they - [YAI](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/yai/) - YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest life possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working and learning. YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of people we support and their families. - [WrightsLaw](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/wrightslaw/) - Wrightslaw strives to provide accurate, up-to-date information about special education law and advocacy on Wrigthslaw.com. Wrightslaw began on November 9, 1993, when the Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision on Shannon Carter's behalf in Florence County v. Shannon Carter. To learn more, read Three Generations at the Supreme Court and The Untold Story. Pete Wright is - [Workforce GPS](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/workforce-gps/) - Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA), WorkforceGPS is an interactive online communication and learning technical assistance (TA) platform that was designed to communicate with and build the capacity of the public workforce investment system to develop and implement innovative approaches to workforce and economic development in the 21st Century - [Westchester Institute for Human Development Community Support Network](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/westchester-institute-for-human-development-community-support-network/) - The Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) is a caring and comprehensive community resource for almost 5,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and 350 vulnerable children. - [US Social Security Administration](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-social-security-administration/) - The Social Security Administration (SSA) is the nation's primary income security agency. It administers the federal retirement, survivors and disability insurance programs, as well as the program of supplemental security income (SSI) for the aged, blind and disabled, and performs certain functions with respect to the black lung benefits program. SSA also directs the aid - [US Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-office-of-special-education-and-rehabilitative-services-osers/) - The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) promotes inclusion, ensures equity and creates opportunity to improve results and outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, youth and adults with disabilities to actively participate in all aspects of life. The mission of OSERS is to provide leadership to achieve full integration and participation in society of - [US Office of Head Start (OHS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-office-of-head-start-ohs/) - The Office of Head Start (OHS) manages grant funding and oversees local agencies providing Head Start services. Head Start promotes school readiness of children under 5 from low-income families through education, health, social and other services. OHS also provides federal policy direction and a training and technical assistance (T/TA) system to assist grantees in providing comprehensive - [US Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-office-of-disability-employment-policy-odep/) - The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) was authorized by Congress in the Department of Labor's FY 2001 appropriation. The ODEP works to ensure that people with disabilities are fully integrated into the 21st Century workforce. The ODEP develops and influences disability employment-related policies and practices and sponsors numerous policy and technical assistance resources. ODEP is a sub-cabinet - [US Employment and Training Administration (ETA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-employment-and-training-administration-eta/) - The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) administers federal government job training and worker dislocation programs, federal grants to states for public employment service programs, and unemployment insurance benefits. These services are primarily provided through state and local workforce development systems. - [US Election Assistance Commission](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-election-assistance-commission/) - The US Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). EAC is an independent, bipartisan commission charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting voluntary voting system guidelines, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information on election administration. EAC also accredits testing laboratories and certifies voting systems, as well - [US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-department-of-housing-and-urban-development-hud/) - The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development. - [US Department of Justice - Civil Rights Division](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-department-of-justice-civil-rights-division/) - The Disability Rights Section works to achieve equal opportunity for people with disabilities in the United States by implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Through its multi-faceted approach toward achieving compliance with the ADA, this Section works to make this goal a reality. The Section's enforcement, certification, regulatory, coordination, and technical assistance activities, required - [US Department of Health and Human Services](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-department-of-health-and-human-services/) - The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) works to enhance and protect the health and well-being of all Americans. They fulfill that mission by providing for effective health and human services fostering advances in medicine, public health, and social services. - [US Department of Education (DOE)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-department-of-education-doe/) - The mission of the US Department of Education (ED) is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. ED was created in 1980 by combining offices from several federal agencies. ED's 4,400 employees and $68 billion budget are dedicated to: Establishing policies on federal financial aid - [US Department of Agriculture (USDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-department-of-agriculture-usda/) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is made up of 29 agencies and offices with nearly 100,000 employees who provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management. - [US Administration for Children and Families](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/us-administration-for-children-and-families/) - The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a division of the Department of Health & Human Services that promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals and communities with partnerships, funding, guidance, training and technical assistance. - [United Way of New York State](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/united-way-of-new-york-state/) - The United Way of New York State (UWNYS) originated in 1975 to give United Ways a voice in state government. The UWNYS works to advance public policy and oversees shared grant initiatives like 2-1-1 and EITC and supports many other shared projects. - [U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/u-s-food-drug-administration-fda/) - The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. - [U.S. Access Board](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/u-s-access-board/) - The Access Board is an independent federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible design and the development of accessibility guidelines and standards. Created in 1973 to ensure access to federally funded facilities, the Board is now a leading source of information on accessible design. The Board develops and maintains - [Transitions Research & Training Center](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/transitions-research-training-center/) - The Transitions Research and Training Center (RTC) is located within the SPARC, and its offices are fully ADA compliant. One of the most innovative aspects of the Transitions RTC is its strong history of recruiting and employing youth and young adults with serious mental health conditions; currently 8 of the 14 staff positions are held - [The Prevention Council](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-prevention-council/) - The Prevention Council for the Prevention of Alcohol and Substance Abuse (ECCPASA) delivers research-driven education, prevention, intervention programs, and services to promote and support the health and wellness of individuals, families and communities by focusing on solutions to alcohol and other drug misuses, addiction, and unhealthy behaviors. ECCPASA provides leadership to fight the stigma associated with addiction - [The Shield Institute](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-shield-institute/) - The Shield Institute works in partnership with families and communities to enable children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual/developmental disabilities to lead meaningful lives. - [The National Child Traumatic Stress Network](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-national-child-traumatic-stress-network/) - The National Child Traumatic Stress Network was established to improve access to care, treatment, and services for traumatized children and adolescents exposed to traumatic events. - [The Mockingbird Society](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-mockingbird-society/) - Vision For all young people to reach adulthood healthy, supported, and with full opportunity to thrive in life. Mission To improve foster care and end youth homelessness. - [The Medicaid Reference Desk](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-medicaid-reference-desk/) - The Medicaid Reference Desk is a tool to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities find out what Medicaid can offer them. - [The Legal Aid Society](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-legal-aid-society/) - The Legal Aid Society is a private, not-for-profit legal services organization, the oldest and largest in the nation, dedicated since 1876 to providing quality legal representation to low-income New Yorkers. It is dedicated to one simple but powerful belief: that no New Yorker should be denied access to justice because of poverty. The Society handles - [The Arc](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/the-arc/) - The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. Core Values People First - The Arc believes that all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are defined by their own strengths, abilities and inherent value, - [Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/substance-abuse-and-mental-health-services-administration-samhsa/) - The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. - [Student Advocacy](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/student-advocacy/) - Student Advocacy promotes a more complete understanding educational needs and then advocates for maximum educational benefits under the law. Their goal is to change the youth’s services and supports at school, to the extent that the law supports, so that the school becomes a positive place for the child’s development and education. - [Starbridge](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/starbridge/) - Starbridge partners with people who have disabilities, their families, and others who support them, to realize fulfilling possibilities in education, employment, health, and community living. They provide an array of supports and services to individuals and families across the lifespan including: Family and Youth Education Family Advocacy Community Living Employment Services Service Coordination Benefits Advisement Fiscal - [State University of New York at Buffalo](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/state-university-of-new-york-at-buffalo/) - The State University of New York is the largest comprehensive university system in the United States. The SUNY system consists of 64 institutions, including research universities, academic medical centers, liberal arts colleges, community colleges, colleges of technology and an online learning network. SUNY serves nearly 1.3 million students, including nearly 600,000 in credit bearing courses and - [Self-Advocacy Online](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/self-advocacy-online/) - This website promotes self-advocacy by providing tools and resources for individuals with disabilities. It offers online presentations about different topics including healthy living, relationships, and the importance of staying organized. Additionally, it features videos from self-advocates, as well as an interactive map that identifies self-advocacy groups in each state. - [Scholarships.com](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/scholarships-com/) - Search for college scholarships by academic major, athletics, art, ethnicity, first in family, GPA, minority, music, state, name or type. You can also search for grants, financial aid info, and more. - [Schenectady County Center for Juvenile Justice](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/schenectady-county-center-for-juvenile-justice/) - [Safer Society Foundation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/safer-society-foundation/) - Safer Society Foundation grew out of the work of Fay Honey Knopp who saw that effective responses to sexual violence occurred at the societal level. Today sexual abuse is viewed as a public health issue. Safer Society works to engage survivors, treatment professionals, persons with sexual behavior problems, family members, friends, policy makers, researchers and - [Polaris](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/polaris/) - Polaris is a leader in the global fight to eradicate modern slavery. Named after the North Star that guided slaves to freedom in the U.S., Polaris systemically disrupts the human trafficking networks that rob human beings of their lives and their freedom. Our comprehensive model puts victims at the center of what we do – - [Prevent Child Abuse New York (PCANY)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/prevent-child-abuse-new-york-pcany/) - Prevent Child Abuse New York (PCANY) provides leadership and works with state and local officials to develop laws and programs that protect children. PCANY partners with dozens of organizations across the state to train thousands of volunteers and professionals to support parents and families. PCANY also helps people find parenting courses, support groups, medical and legal - [Partnership for Drug-Free Kids](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/partnership-for-drug-free-kids/) - The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids was founded in 1986 as an anti-drug advertising campaign and formerly known as the Partnership for a Drug-Free America. the Partnership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing teen substance abuse and helping families impacted by addiction. The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids translates the science of teen drug use and addiction for families, - [Parent Network of Western New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/parent-network-of-western-new-york/) - Parent Network of WNY is a not-for-profit agency that provides education and resources for families of individuals with special needs (birth through adulthood) and for professionals. Parent Network of WNY provides 1-on-1 Support and education through resources, workshops and support groups to assist families of individuals with disabilities to understand their disability and navigate the - [PACER Center](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/pacer-center/) - The mission of PACER Center (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights) is to expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life of children and young adults with disabilities and their families, based on the concept of parents helping parents. Founded in 1977, PACER Center was created by parents of children and youth with disabilities to help - [Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities Prevention](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/office-of-minority-health-and-health-disparities-prevention/) - The Office of Health Disparities Prevention (OMH-HDP) works with individuals, communities, government, and public/private partners. The mission of OMH-HDP is to ensure high quality, affordable and accessible health care for all New Yorkers. - [NYS Success](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-success/) - In 2012, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded Upstate New York with a four year, four million dollar grant to support broad-scale operation, expansion and integration of Systems of Care (SOC) through the creation of sustainable infrastructure. Originally called the Upstate New York System of Care Expansion Project is now a - [NYS Workers' Compensation Board (WCB)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-workers-compensation-board-wcb/) - Workers' compensation is insurance that provides cash benefits and/or medical care for workers who are injured or become ill as a direct result of their job. Employers pay for this insurance, and shall not require the employee to contribute to the cost of compensation. Weekly cash benefits and medical care are paid by the employer's - [NYS Special Education Task Force (NYSETF)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-special-education-task-force-nysetf/) - The NYS Special Education Task Force (NYSETF) was originally formed as a local task force in the Capital Region and focused on improving the educational outcomes of students with disabilities. The task force purposefully promotes participation and collaboration among all stakeholders, including parents, advocates, attorneys, school personnel, service providers, educators, government representatives and individuals with disabilities. - [NYS Office of Victim Services (OVS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-of-victim-services-ovs/) - The State of New York's commitment to its innocent victims of violent crime began with the creation of the Crime Victims Compensation Board in 1966, now named the Office of Victim Services (OVS). The enabling legislation to establish this Board was in response to public outcry over a particularly horrendous crime in which a young - [NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-of-temporary-and-disability-assistance-otda/) - The NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) is responsible for supervising programs that provide assistance and support to eligible families and individuals. OTDA’s functions include: Providing temporary cash assistance; providing assistance in paying for food; providing heating assistance; overseeing New York State’s child support enforcement program; determining certain aspects of eligibility for Social - [NYS Office of Special Education](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-of-special-education/) - The Office of Special Education is part of the NYS Education Department. It The Office of Special Education, including its eight regional offices, works to promote educational equity and excellence for students with disabilities through its roles and responsibilities to: oversee the implementation of federal and State laws and policy for students with disabilities; provide general - [NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-of-mental-health-omh/) - New York State has a large, multi-faceted mental health system that serves more than 700,000 individuals each year. The NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH) operates psychiatric centers across the state, and also regulates, certifies and oversees more than 4,500 programs, which are operated by local governments and nonprofit agencies. These programs include various inpatient - [NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-of-children-and-family-services-ocfs/) - The NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) serves New York's public by promoting the safety, permanency and well-being of our children, families and communities. They achieve results by setting and enforcing policies, building partnerships, and funding and providing quality services. OCFS is dedicated to improving the integration of services for New York’s children, - [NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-of-addiction-services-and-supports-oasas/) - The Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) works with individuals, communities, government, and public/private partners. The mission of OASAS is to improve the lives of all New Yorkers by leading a comprehensive premier system of addiction services for prevention, treatment, and recovery. New York City Office 501 7th Avenue New York, NY 10018-5903 - [NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-for-the-prevention-of-domestic-violence-opdv/) - The mission of the NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence is to improve New York State’s response to and prevention of domestic violence with the goal of enhancing the safety of all New Yorkers in their intimate and family relationships. - [NYS Office for the Aging (SOFA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-for-the-aging-sofa/) - The New York State Office for the Aging's (NYSOFA's) home and community-based programs provide older persons access to a well-planned, coordinated package of in-home and other supportive services designed to support and supplement informal care. The NYSOFA's overall goal is to improve access to, and availability of, appropriate and cost-effective non-medical support services for older - [NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd/) - The NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for more than 128,000 New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, and other neurological impairments. It provides services directly and through a network of approximately 750 nonprofit service providing agencies, with about 80 percent - [NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-justice-center-for-the-protection-of-people-with-special-needs/) - The Justice Center for the Protection of People With Special Needs (Justice Center) was established in 2013 by the Protection of People with Special Needs Act. The agency was created to restore public trust in the institutions and individuals charged with caring for vulnerable populations by protecting the health, safety, and dignity of all people - [NYS Office for New Americans](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-office-for-new-americans/) - The NYS Office for New Americans (ONA) provides free services to all immigrants in New York State. To locate ONA services and providers near you visit: www.newamericans.ny.gov or call the New York State New Americans Hotline: 1-800-566-7636 (Monday to Friday 9 am – 8 pm). All call information is confidential. Assistance is available in 200+ - [NYS Independent Living Council (NYSILC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-independent-living-council-nysilc/) - The NYS Independent Living Council (NYSILC) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental, consumer controlled organization. The Council is composed of 25 appointees from around the state, a majority of whom have disabilities, representing diverse cultures and needs in the state. NYSILC is responsible for jointly developing, monitoring and evaluating the 3-year Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). - [NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-homes-and-community-renewal-hcr/) - The mission of New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is to build, preserve and protect affordable housing and home ownership across the state. HCR is comprised of five agencies: HCR Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) The largest employer of the five HCR agencies, DHCR is an executive branch agency responsible for - [NYS Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-higher-education-services-corporation-hesc/) - The Higher Education Services Corporation is a New York State agency that helps people pay for college by administering the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and guaranteeing student loans. - [NYS Executive Chamber](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-executive-chamber/) - The NYS Executive Chamber is the Office of the Governor of New York State. Governors retain sovereign police power, are not subordinate to the federal authorities except by laws provided by the enumerated powers section of the federal constitution, and serve as the political and ceremonial head of the state. Many of the functions of the - [NYS Division of Human Rights](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-division-of-human-rights/) - New York is the first state in the nation to enact a Human Rights Law, which affords every citizen "an equal opportunity to enjoy a full and productive life." This law prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, credit, place of public accommodations, and non-sectarian educational institutions, based on age, race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital - [NYS Department of Transportation (DOT)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-department-of-transportation-dot/) - The mission of the NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) is to ensure customers - those who live, work and travel in New York State - have a safe, efficient, balanced and environmentally sound transportation system. To attain its mission the responsibilities, functions and duties of the Department of Transportation include: Coordination and development of comprehensive transportation - [NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-division-of-criminal-justice-services-dcjs/) - The NYS Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (NYSDDPC) is a federally-funded, New York State agency working under the direction of the Governor. The NYSDDPC is one of 55 Councils on Developmental Disabilities which exist in each state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Northern Marianas, and American Samoa. The NYSDDPC does not provide direct - [NYS Department of Labor (DOL)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-department-of-labor-dol/) - The NYS Department of Labor vigorously enforces state labor laws to give businesses that obey the law an even break. They work aggressively to ensure a fair wage for all workers and protect the safety and health of workers and the public. They also help the unemployed via temporary payments (unemployment insurance). In addition, they link job seekers with employers and guide - [NYS Department of Health (DOH)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-department-of-health-doh/) - The mission of the NYS Department of Health is: To protect, improve and promote the health, productivity and well being of all New Yorkers. The vision of the NYS Department of Health is: New Yorkers will be the healthiest people in the world - living in communities that promote health, protected from health threats, and - [NYS Department of Education (SED)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-department-of-education-sed/) - The NYS Education Department is part of the University of the State of New York (USNY), one of the most complete, interconnected systems of educational services in the United States. The mission of the NYS Education Department is to raise the knowledge, skill, and opportunity of all the people in New York and provide leadership - [NYS Department of Civil Service](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-department-of-civil-service/) - The Department of Civil Service acts as the central personnel agency for New York State. Their goal is to promote best practice personnel systems by providing innovative, cost-effective and efficient solutions to ensure hiring and promotion based on fitness, merit and equality of opportunity. The Department: partners with State agencies to offer personnel recruitment and placement - [NYS Council on Children and Families (CCF)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-council-on-children-and-families-ccf/) - During its 30-year history, the Council on Children and Families (Council) has served as a broker, innovator and change agent among the state's health, education and human services agencies. The unique value of the Council is its ability to provide a comprehensive, cross-systems perspective critical for the development and implementation of strategies impacting the availability, - [NYS Council for Developmental Disabilities (CDD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-council-for-developmental-disabilities-cdd/) - The mission of the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD) is to enhance the lives of New Yorkers with Developmental Disabilities and their families through programs that promote self-advocacy, participation, and inclusion in all facets of community life. - [NYS Caregiving and Respite Coalition (NYSCRC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nys-caregiving-and-respite-coalition-nyscrc/) - The New York State Caregiving and Respite Coalition (NYSCRC) is a partnership of dedicated organizations and individuals committed to supporting the millions of informal caregivers throughout the state. The coalition and its members are passionate about helping connect caregivers with the information, training and support services critical to successfully caring for a loved one at - [National Wraparound Initiative (NWI)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-wraparound-initiative-nwi/) - The National Wraparound Initiative (NWI) works to build the capacity of states, communities, organizations and individuals to contribute to the provision of high quality wraparound. NWI provides: support for community-level planning and implementation; promotes professional development of wraparound staff; ensures accountability; and sustains a more vibrant and interactive national community of practice. The NWI is a - [NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/nyc-department-of-youth-community-development-dycd/) - The NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) was created in 1996 to provide the City of New York with high-quality youth and family programming. Our central task is administering available city, state, and federal funds to effective community-based organizations. DYCD supports New York City youth and their families by funding a wide range of - [National Eating Disorders Association](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-eating-disorders-association/) - The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the leading 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization in the United States advocating on behalf of and supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Reaching millions every year, we campaign for prevention, improved access to quality treatment, and increased research funding to better understand and treat eating disorders. We work with - [National Down Syndrome Congress](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-down-syndrome-congress/) - The National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to an improved world for individuals with Down syndrome. Founded in 1973, NDSC is the leading national resource of support and information for anyone touched by or seeking to learn about Down syndrome, from the moment of prenatal diagnosis through adulthood. The purpose of the NDSC - [National Disability Institute (NDI)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-disability-institute-ndi/) - The National Disability Institute (NDI), a nonprofit corporation, works to drive social impact to build a better economic future for people with disabilities and their families. Their priorities include: Improving collaboration across federal agencies to advance a better economic future for individuals with disabilities. Aligning public policy to promote work, saving, and asset accumulation. Developing and - [National Autism Association (NAA) - New York Metro](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-autism-association-naa-new-york-metro/) - National Autism Association (NAA) New York Metro works to educate and empower those in the autism community in the New York Metro area. - [National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth (NCWD/Youth) (No Longer Exists)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-collaborative-on-workforce-and-disability-for-youth-ncwd-youth-no-longer-exists/) - This organization no longer exists, but their publications are still useful to our audience. Description:The National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth (NCWD/Youth) assists state and local workforce development systems to better serve all youth, including youth with disabilities and other disconnected youth. The NCWD/Youth, created in 2001, is composed of partners with expertise - [National Autism Association (NAA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-autism-association-naa/) - The mission of the National Autism Association is to respond to the most urgent needs of the autism community, providing real help and hope so that all affected can reach their full potential. - [National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-association-of-state-mental-health-program-directors-nasmhpd/) - The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) will work with states, federal partners, and stakeholders to promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency for individuals with mental health conditions or co-occurring mental health and substance-related disorders across all ages and cultural groups, including youth, older persons, veterans, and their families, and people under the jurisdiction of - [National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/national-association-of-school-psychologists-nasp/) - The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) is a professional association that represents more than 25,000 school psychologists, graduate students, and related professionals throughout the United States and 25 other countries. The world's largest organization of school psychologists, NASP works to advance effective practices to improve students' learning, behavior, and mental health. Their vision is that - [Mental Health First Aid National Council for Behavioral Health](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/mental-health-first-aid-national-council-for-behavioral-health/) - The National Council for Behavioral Health is the unifying voice of America’s health care organizations that deliver mental health and addictions treatment and services. Together with our 3,000 member organizations serving over 10 million adults, children and families living with mental illnesses and addictions, the National Council is committed to all Americans having access to comprehensive, high-quality - [LGBT Foundation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/lgbt-foundation/) - LGBT Foundation, formerly known as The Lesbian & Gay Foundation (The LGF), is a national charity delivering a wide range of services to lesbian, gay and bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities. - [Long Island Advocacy Center](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/long-island-advocacy-center/) - ​The Long Island Advocacy Center, Inc. (LIAC) is a private, non-for-profit agency dedicated to protecting the legal rights of students and individuals with disabilities. - [Law Help New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/law-help-new-york/) - LawHelpNY is an online tool for helping low-income New Yorkers solve their legal problems. LawHelpNY is a comprehensive source of legal referral information in the state and includes: More than 600 free legal service projects & organizations with their contact & intake information. Over 4,000 Know Your Rights and self-help resources covering 16 areas of law. Extensive - [Interagency Working Group on Youth Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/interagency-working-group-on-youth-programs/) - The Interagency Working Group on Youth Programs (IWGYP) is composed of representatives from 20 federal departments and agencies that support programs and services focusing on youth. The IWGYP seeks to promote achievement of positive results for at-risk youth through the following activities: Promoting enhanced collaboration at the federal, state, and local levels, including with faith-based and other community - [Institute of Education Sciences](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/institute-of-education-sciences/) - The Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is the statistics, research, and evaluation arm of the U.S. Department of Education. IES is independent and non-partisan. Their mission is to provide scientific evidence on education practice and policy and to share this information in formats that are useful and accessible to educators, parents, policymakers, researchers, and the - [INCLUDEnyc](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/includenyc/) - IncludeNYC, formerly Resources for Children with Special Needs, provides free help to families and young people through age of 26, with any disability, in all five boroughs in NYC. Specifically, IncludeNYC helps in the following areas: learning and school; parenting and advocacy; family support; working and adult life; and friendship and activities. - [Healthy Transitions New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/healthy-transitions-new-york/) - Healthy Transitions NY Teaches New York youth with developmental disabilities (ages 14-25 years) skills for transitioning from pediatric to adult health care and provides tools for care coordination, keeping a health summary and setting priorities during the transition process. - [Healthy Families America (HFA)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/healthy-families-america-hfa/) - Healthy Families America (HFA) is a nationally recognized evidence-based home visiting program model designed to work with overburdened families who are at-risk for adverse childhood experiences, including child maltreatment. This home visiting model is best equipped to work with families who may have histories of trauma, intimate partner violence, mental health and/or substance abuse issues. HFA - [Friends of Recovery NY](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/friends-of-recovery-ny/) - Friends of Recovery - NY is comprised of NYS residents who are in long-term recovery from addiction, their families, friends and allies. They represent all sectors of the community, all regions of the state, and the numerous and diverse paths to recovery. They actively organize and mobilize the recovery community so as to speak effectively with one - [Gamblers Anonymous](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/gamblers-anonymous/) - GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling. There are no dues or fees for Gamblers Anonymous - [Foster Club](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/foster-club/) - FosterClub is dedicated to providing a peer support network for children and youth in foster care. FosterClub website, publications, and events provide a youth-friendly network which helps the voices of young people to be heard. FosterClub provides the tools, training, and a forum to help young people secure a brighter future for themselves and the - [Federal Trade Commission (FTC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/federal-trade-commission-ftc/) - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is a bipartisan federal agency with a unique dual mission to protect consumers and promote competition. The primary FTC functions are: developing policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; protecting consumers by stopping unfair, deceptive or fraudulent practices in the marketplace through conducting investigations, suing companies and people - [Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA) National Center on Caregiving](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/family-caregiver-alliance-fca-national-center-on-caregiving/) - The mission of the Family Caregiver Alliance - National Center on Caregiving is to improve the quality of life for caregivers and those they care for through information, services, and advocacy. - [Families Together in NYS, Inc.](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/families-together-in-nys-inc/) - Families Together in NYS (FTNYS) is a statewide, parent-governed, non-profit organization, that grew out of the efforts of many people who were concerned about children’s mental health services in New York State and across the nation. A 1990 study estimated that of the general population of children in the U.S., about 14% (between 9.5 and 13.6 - [DocTranslator](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/doctranslator/) - DocTranslator provides a free document translating service using Google Translate. This website currently supports 104 language translations from multiple formats including Word, PDFs, PowerPoint, Excel and text files. Accuracy is not guaranteed, but documents should be understandable for individuals with a primary language other than English. - [Disability Rights New York (DRNY)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/disability-rights-new-york-drny/) - Disability Rights New York (DRNY) is the Protection & Advocacy System and Client Assistance Program (P&A/CAP) for persons with disabilities in New York. As the P&A/CAP for New York, DRNY advocates for the civil and legal rights for New Yorkers with disabilities. DRNY provides free legal and advocacy services to individuals with disabilities. Working tirelessly - [Disabled World](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/disabled-world/) - Disabled-World.Com is an independent health and disability news source. The primary focus of Disabled World is to provide up to date information through informative articles, disability news and educational videos. - [Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/disability-rights-education-and-defense-fund-dredf/) - The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF), founded in 1979, is a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. The mission of DREDF is to advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities through legal advocacy, training, education, and public - [Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO-IT) Center](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/disabilities-opportunities-internetworking-and-technology-do-it-center/) - The DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) Center is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities through technology and education. It promotes awareness and accessibility—in both the classroom and the workplace—to maximize the potential of individuals with disabilities and make our communities more vibrant, diverse, and inclusive. - [Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/department-of-community-mental-health-dcmh/) - The Department of Community Mental Health plans, oversees and coordinates services for individuals - and their families - with mental illness, developmental disabilities and substance abuse disorders. - [Community, Work and Independence, Inc.](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/community-work-and-independence-inc/) - Community, Work & Independence, Inc. offers innovative supports and services empowering people with differing abilities and needs to discover their potential and pursue the lives they envision. - [Community for Accredited Online Schools](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/community-for-accredited-online-schools/) - The goal of the AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org website is to be the comprehensive accreditation resource for anyone in the process of selecting a college. Today's higher education marketplace offers a mind-boggling array of opportunities ranging from community colleges to online PhD programs. Accredited schools are recognized by employers, other schools, and the federal government, which controls financial - [City of New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/city-of-new-york/) - The City of New York is a government entity for New York City. City of New York operates many programs, initiatives and mobile apps. - [Child Mind Institute](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/child-mind-institute/) - The Child Mind Institute is an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Our teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care, advance the science of the developing brain and empower parents, professionals and policymakers to support children when and - [Children's Trust of Massachusetts](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/childrens-trust-of-massachusetts/) - The Children’s Trust leads statewide efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect by supporting parents and strengthening families. Supported by private, state, and federal funding, the Children’s Trust invests in Massachusetts' most precious resources - children and families. - [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention-cdc/) - The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provides credible information on all aspects of protecting and improving quality of health and wellness. - [Center for Online Education (COE)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/center-for-online-education-coe/) - Center for Online Education (COE) developed OnlineColleges.net in 2009 as a response to the global surge in online education. As the demand for resources grew, OnlineColleges.net began creating more original content and funding proprietary research. In early 2016 OnlineColleges.net relaunched as the Center for Online Education to better reflect the breadth of knowledge and information on our - [Center for Disability Rights](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/center-for-disability-rights/) - The Center for Disability Rights, Inc. (CDR) is a not-for-profit, community-based advocacy and service organization for people with all types of disabilities. Incorporated as an all volunteer organization in 1990, CDR began providing services and grew throughout the 1990s. CDR became an independent organization on September 1, 1998. - [Catholic Family Center](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/catholic-family-center/) - Catholic Family Center (CFC) services include family strengthening programs, refugee resettlement, emergency housing and shelters, aging and adult, adoption and foster care, substance abuse treatment, behavioral health services and advocacy. Because CFC is able to continually change to meet the needs of our community, CFC serves more than 33,000 people each year throughout Monroe and - [Casey Family Programs](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/casey-family-programs/) - Casey Family Programs is the nation’s largest operating foundation focused on safely reducing the need for foster care and building Communities of Hope for children and families across America. Their mission is to provide and improve — and ultimately prevent the need for — foster care. - [Bravehearts M.O.V.E. New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/bravehearts-m-o-v-e-new-york/) - The Bravehearts are a youth movement founded in Westchester County, NY by young adults who have struggled with a variety of issues and have had experience with foster care, residential placement, substance abuse, homelessness, mental health and/or the juvenile justice systems. They are determined to rise above their situations and Motivate Others through Voices of - [Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/autistic-self-advocacy-network-asan/) - The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is a nonprofit organization run by and for Autistic people. ASAN was created to serve as a national grassroots disability rights organization for the Autistic community run by and for Autistic Americans, advocating for systems change and ensuring that the voices of Autistic people are heard in policy debates - [Autism Speaks](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/autism-speaks/) - Autism Speaks is the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. - [Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/autism-society-of-the-greater-capital-region/) - The Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region promotes the active and informed involvement of family members and the individual with autism in the planning of individualized, appropriate services and support. - [ARISE](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/arise/) - Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, and PTSD and to improving the lives of all people who suffer from them through education, practice, and research. - [Annie E. Casey Foundation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/annie-e-casey-foundation/) - The Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) is devoted to developing a brighter future for millions of children at risk of poor educational, economic, social and health outcomes. As a private philanthropy based in Baltimore and working across the country, AECF provides grants that help federal agencies, states, counties, cities and neighborhoods create more innovative, cost-effective responses to the - [American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/american-foundation-for-the-blind-afb/) - The mission of the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is to remove barriers, create solutions, and expand possibilities so people with vision loss can achieve their full potential. AFB activities: Connect families to knowledge and support Guide the creation of more accessible products Offer publications and eLearning courses to educate professionals in the field - [Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) National Network](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/americans-with-disabilities-act-ada-national-network/) - The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) National Network consists of 10 regional centers and an ADA Knowledge Translation Center. The regional centers are distributed throughout the United States to provide local assistance and foster implementation of the ADA. Funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), the ADA National Network provides information, - [American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/american-association-on-health-and-disability-aahd/) - The mission of the American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) is to advance health promotion and wellness initiatives for children and adults with disabilities. AAHD accomplishes its mission through advocacy, education, public awareness, and research efforts at the federal, state, and community levels. AAHD is a cross-disability national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to promoting health - [Alliance for a Healthier Generation](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/alliance-for-a-healthier-generation/) - The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a catalyst for children’s health. The Alliance works with schools, companies, community organizations, healthcare professionals and families to transform the conditions and systems that lead to healthier kids. The goal of the Alliance is to reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity and to empower kids to develop lifelong, healthy habits. - [Alcohol Rehab Guide Team](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/alcohol-rehab-guide-team/) - Alcohol Rehab Guide is an online resource created to help people struggling with an alcohol addiction find treatment when they need it most. The team at ARG is made up of recovering addicts and industry professionals who are dedicated to helping everyone find hope in recovery. - [Albany County Department of Social Services](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/albany-county-department-of-social-services/) - The Albany County Department of Social Services is responsible for addressing the social service needs of the poor and the near poor, as well as those who are unable to care for and protect themselves, while at the same time upholding the laws that govern the Department. It is their mission to improve the quality of - [Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition - New York](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/adoptive-and-foster-family-coalition-new-york/) - The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York was founded in 1975 as the New York State Citizens Coalition. The Coalition provides support, information and advocacy for foster, kinship and adoptive families in the Empire State and the professionals who serve them. - [ACR Health](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/acr-health/) - ACR Health is a not-for-profit, community-based organization providing a range of support services to individuals with chronic diseases, including HIV/AIDS, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, asthma, substance use disorders, and serious mental illnesses, with the goal of positive health outcomes. Furthermore ACR Health provides a wide variety of targeted prevention and sexual health services to individuals, - [ACCES-VR (Vocational Rehabilitation)](https://helphubforfamilies.ny.gov/organization/acces-vr-vocational-rehabilitation/) - Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) starts with the presumption that all individuals with disabilities can benefit from vocational rehabilitation services and should have opportunities to work in jobs integrated within their communities. Vocational rehabilitation counselors guide individuals through service programs they need to reach their employment goal. 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