WILC is a not-for-profit, community-based resource, advocacy, and training center dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities. Illustrative programs are listed below. Go to the web site for a complete list. MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCACY supports the empowerment of individuals with a mental illness, including those with psychiatric and emotional disabilities, through Systems and Peer Advocacy. It was one of the first programs in New York State to embody BOTH the Independent Living Model and the [Read More]

A team of parents and professionals who work with families with a member who is mentally retarded or has developmental disabilities. Project staff work with the family to assess and identify their needs for services, and then connect families to service providers that can make a difference in their lives. The Family Outreach Project also provides families with funds to purchase goods or items when they have no other sources to assist them. 265 Saw Mill River Road Hawthorne, NY 10532 [Read More]

No longer on NYS site This program began operation in 1978. Agency case management services are primarily assessment, referral, court advocacy, monitoring and supervision. This agency also refers clients for bail expediting, court ordered restrictions, counseling, education services, fine imposition/fee collection, housing assistance, drug and alcohol rehabilitation and residential services. Target populations are those 16 and older with mental health, alcohol or drug problems who are also charged with a misdemeanor or felony. TASC 112 East Post Road White [Read More]

The opportunity to obtain affordable housing, to secure gainful employment, and to reconnect with loved ones is made possible through programs and services offered by Search for Change. In Congregate Treatment and Apartment Treatment programs participants are assisted in developing their own personal recovery goals and treatment plans, based on the principals of psychiatric rehabilitation and the Agency’s belief in recovery. QUIP model offered in White Plains, NY provides clients with the latest computer and office technology and assists [Read More]

Inpatient services by referral from Westchester County psychiatric hospitals. Outpatient services available at five locations (all serving those 18 years and older). 140 Old Orangeburg Road, Orangeburg, NY 10962 | (845) 359-1000 Rockland Mount Vernon Service Center | 60 South Third Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY 10550 | Phone: (914) 669-6070 Rockland New Rochelle Service Center | 420 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801 | Phone: (914) 633-8842 Rockland Peekskill Service Center | 1040 Main Street, Peekskill, NY 10566 | Phone: (914) 737-8217 Rockland White Plains Service [Read More]