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A-Home (Northern Westchester)


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This agency is listed in: Permanent Housing

Al-Anon (Westchester, Putnam)

The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a fami
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This agency is listed in: Substance Abuse

Childcare Council of Westchester (Services for Parents)

From the website: “We know that when it comes to child care, you have many different options, and a lot of variables to consider. It can be a bit overwhelming! The Child Care Council of Westches
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This agency is listed in: Helping Your Children

Cocaine Anonymous

Offers a 24 hour helpline. Website lists meetings held in the New York area. From their website: Cocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with e
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This agency is listed in: Substance Abuse

Community Housing Innovations (CHI)

Lists available rental housing. Offers homebuyer education and services to prevent foreclosure.Works with DSS to offer emergency shelter. Community Housing Innovations, Inc. provides the housing and
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This agency is listed in: Permanent Housing

Community Resource Center (CRC – formerly the Hispanic Resource Center)

Advocacy (for example, landlord-tenant mediations, rent arrears), Legal (translations, notary services), Social Assistance (food and social services eligibility, referrals, counseling, assistance with
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This agency is listed in: Hispanic Service Organizations

FAVOR – Veterans Discount Card Program

FAVOR – “Find and Assist Veterans of Record” – is a program where local businesses will offer discounts on their goods or services to men and women who have proudly served in t
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This agency is listed in: For Veterans

Human Development Services of Westchester

Provides several housing programs focused on people recovering from major mental illness: Congregate Care. Supervised residences in two locations offer housing for men and women (18 years of age and a
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This agency is listed in: Permanent Housing

Legal Aid Society of Westchester

The Legal Aid Society of Westchester County provides free criminal and family court legal representation to persons who are unable to afford an attorney. They also handle appeals and post-conviction m
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This agency is listed in: Know Your Rights | General legal resources and services

Life Line Program

Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings
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This agency is listed in: Basics A-Z | Cellular Service (Phones and Computers)

Local Domestic Violence Hotlines

There is also a 24-hour hot line for victims of domestic violence who want to speak to a domestic violence counselor for information and referral: English 1-800-942-6906; Spanish 1-800-942-6908.
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Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA)

Subway, bus and commuter train services connect the five boroughs of New York City to Westchester County. Fares for the Harlem, Hudson, and New Haven Lines vary by distance and time (peak or off-peak)
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This agency is listed in: Transportation

My Benefits Checkup

My Benefits Checkup This website is a prescreening tool for people who live in New York State to find out if they might be able to receive: Help with buying food Temporary Assistance (TA) Special tax
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This agency is listed in: Westchester County Department of Social Services (DSS)

New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence

You can call a confidential domestic violence hotline for crisis help, safety planning and emotional support,  access to advocates in 170 languages through interpreter services, or help finding resou
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This agency is listed in: Shelters and Services for Survivors of Abuse and Domestic Violence

New York State Office of Child Abuse and Neglect

The purpose of the Child Protective Services Act of 1973 is to encourage more complete reporting of child abuse and maltreatment. The law established a Child Protective Service in each county in New Y
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This agency is listed in: Shelters and Services for Survivors of Abuse and Domestic Violence

Reentry Resource Center: New York

The New York State-based support network and information clearinghouse on prison, reentry, and the consequences of criminal proceedings.  This is essentially a library of documents and links designe
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This agency is listed in: Sources of Information for Reentry

Ride Connect

RideConnect, a not-for-profit program of Family Services of Westchester, is dedicated to finding the fastest and most cost-effective transportation options to meet the needs of older adults, the disab
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This agency is listed in: Transportation

SafeLink Wireless (free cellular phone)

This is a free cellular phone providing text messaging and a fixed number of free monthly minutes so you can make local, national and international calls. It also includes free 911 emergency calls and
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This agency is listed in: Cellular Service (Phones and Computers)

Sexual Assault Hotline

Reaching out for help is often the first step toward healing. RAINN provides support for sexual assault victims and their loved ones through two hotlines at 800.656.HOPE andonline.rainn.org. Whether y
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This agency is listed in: Shelters and Services for Survivors of Abuse and Domestic Violence

Sylvia Rivera Law Project

Taken from the website: SRLP provides direct representation for low income transgender people and transgender people of color in three main areas. We have three projects, and if your issue falls under
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This agency is listed in: General legal resources and services | Know Your Rights

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Health Care for Re-entry Veterans Services and Resources– Most Veterans who are in jail or prison will eventually reenter the community. VA’s HCRV program is designed to promote success and pr
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This agency is listed in: For Veterans

United Way of Westchester and Putnam

United Way’s 2-1-1 is a free, confidential, multilingual information and referral helpline open 365 days a year, 9am-7pm.  You can also search their database of resources online. United Way’s
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This agency is listed in: General Community Support Organizations

Westchester County Family Justice Center (FJC) Collaborative

The Westchester County Office for Women is a partner in the Westchester County Family Justice Center (FJC) Collaborative to provide services for individuals who are victims of domestic violence, datin
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This agency is listed in: For Women | Shelters and Services for Survivors of Abuse and Domestic Violence

Westchester County Government: Information about Eviction Prevention

Provides a list of county organizations that provide eviction assistance (financial and legal).
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This agency is listed in: Permanent Housing

Westchester County Office of Child Support Enforcement (OCSE)

Raising children without full financial support can mean hardship for both the custodial parent and the child. New York State law requires both parents to financially support their children to age 21.
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This agency is listed in: Child Support Questions

Westchester County Office of the Disabled

The Office for the Disabled has compiled a list of agencies providing services for the disabled. The list has been categorized alphabetically, by disabilities served and by specific services provided.
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Westchester County Probation Department

Explains criminal court proceedings such as the pre-sentencing investigation. See the detailed page of Frequently Asked Questions. From the web site: “The department prepares pre-sentencing repo
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This agency is listed in: Probation

Westchester County Reentry Task Force

Westchester County Reentry Task Force (WCRTF) is available to link you to drug and alcohol treatment, mental health providers, education and employment services and housing.  Annually, more than 200
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This agency is listed in: Essential Westchester Connections

Westchester Hispanic Coalition

Immigration Legal services, Family law, Advocacy, Employment, Housing, ESL, Job training Servicios Legales de Inmigración, Derecho de Familia, Promoción, Empleo, Vivienda, ESL, capacitación laboral
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This agency is listed in: General legal resources and services | Hispanic Service Organizations | Community service organizations

Westchester Residential Opportunities

Especially relevant for those in re-entry who are elderly or have a disability. Sign-up for their fair and affordable housing listings. See also their workshops on home ownership and annual housing gu
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This agency is listed in: Housing | Permanent Housing

Westchester Transportation Information

Bus Schedules: https://transportation.westchestergov.com/bee-line/timetables-and-maps Westchester Bee Line Bus Schedule: http://www.beelinebus.com (914) 813 7777 beeline@westchestergov.com Westchester
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This agency is listed in: Community service organizations

WestFair Rides

WestFair Rides provides volunteer rides to medical appointments for older adults and adults with vision impairments who live in and travel to medical appointments in Westchester County, NY. It also pr
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This agency is listed in: Transportation

Women’s Law Initiative

Plain-language legal information for victims of abuse including information on restraining orders, legal statutes, legal definitions, downloading of court forms, and courthouse locations.
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This agency is listed in: General legal resources and services | For Women
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