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WINTER 2007• CROWN HEIGHTS COMMUNITY RESOURCE DIRECTORY

WINTER 2007

CROWN HEIGHTS COMMUNITY MEDIATION CENTER

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The Crown Heights Community Mediation Center hopes that you will find this resource guide helpful in learning about themany programs and services offered in and around our neighborhood. This resource guide was developed so that individuals andfamilies would have better access to the wealth of services that are located right here in Crown Heights.

This directory is provided as a free service to individuals and other agencies. Every effort has been made to ensure that theaddresses and phone numbers are accurate. If there is an error in an agency s listing or you would like your agency to be includedin our directory, please contact our office at (718) 773-6886.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

The Crown Heights Community Mediation Center is a safe, neutral place where young people and adultsin Crown Heights can come to express concerns, settle disputes, and work together to achieve common goals.The Center’s mission is twofold: to bring local residents together and to provide the community with thetools and resources to resolve its own conflicts.

The Crown Heights Community Mediation Center provides training, youth programs, and service linksand referrals. We work closely with the neighborhood schools, the local precincts, the community precinctcouncils, and Community Boards 8 and 9. We provide conflict resolution workshops and mediation servicesto people of all ages. At local public schools, the Mediation Center offers mediation services, youth courts,and truancy prevention programs, as well as fee-for-service conflict resolution and community educationtrainings.

Mediation is a structured, confidential, and voluntary process where parties involved in a dispute sit downwith an impartial third party and attempt to resolve their own conflict. The mediator is a trained volunteerwho works with participants to help them identify issues, create options, and find mutually satisfactorysolutions. Each person is given the opportunity to discuss his or her perception of the conflict withoutinterruptions. If the participants are able to resolve the conflict, the mediator helps them to write anagreement in their own words. Mediation is a fast and free alternative to going to court. For some conflicts, itmay be used as an alternative or in addition to counseling. Some of the cases that we hear include youth/peerconflicts, school disputes, family disputes, parent/teen disputes, and community and neighbor problems.

The Crown Heights Community Mediation Center is operated by the Center for Court Innovation, apublic/private partnership between the Fund for the City of New York and the New York State UnifiedCourt System, in conjunction with the Brooklyn Borough President’s Office and the Crown HeightsCoalition. Support for the Mediation Center is provided by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the ChurchAvenue Merchants Block Association, Community Counseling and Mediation, the Independence CommunityFoundation, Laura B. Vogler, New York City Council Members Letitia James and Yvette Clarke, the Officeof Children and Family Services, the Rubenstein Foundation, the United Way, and generous private donors.The Mediation Center, a valued stakeholder in the Crown Heights community, happily accepts tax-refundabledonations. If you are interested in helping the Mediation Center continue to provide its much-neededservices to the residents of Crown Heights, please call 718-773-6886. Thank you.

Please feel free to give us a call if you have any questions about ourservices.

We look forward to getting to know you!



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Table of Contents

Adult Education 1

Business and Entrepreneur Resources 2

Career Counseling and Training Programs 3-4

Community Centers 5-6

Cultural Institutions 7-8

Domestic Violence Resources 9

Financial Advice 10

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Services 11

Head Start and Day Care Services 12-13

Health 14-15

Homelessness and Hunger 16-17

Housing 18

Hunger 19

Legal Services 20-22

Mediation and Dispute Resolution 23

Mental Health 24-25

Re-entry Services 26

Senior Services 27

Substance Abuse 28-29

Youth Programs and Family Resources 30-33

Useful Government Numbers 34-35

Index of Organizations 36-39



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AdultEducationGED CLASSESBROOKLYN ADULT LEARNINGCE NTER

475 Nostrand Ave. (718) 638-2635Brooklyn, NY 11216www.adultednyc.orgGED and Pre-GED classes. 21+ . Free.

BROOKLYN COL LEGECONT INUING EDUCATION

(718) 951-41412900 Bedford Ave.1439 Ingersoll HallBrooklyn, NY 11210Free. 18+. Hours: Mon-Thurs, 9am – 6pm; Fri9am – 4:30pm.

BROOKLYN PUBLIC L IBRARY –EASTERN PAR KWAY BRANCH

(718) 953-42251044 Eastern ParkwayBrooklyn, NY 11213www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/ged.jspPre-GED classes for adults 17+. Free butregistration is required. Check out the website forlots of resources about the GED and links to helpfulsites.

FIFT H AVENUE COMMITTEE

(718) 624-3475294 Smith St.Brooklyn, NY 11231www.fifthave.orgUnisex GED, Pre-GED, and English language classes.Free. 19+.

FLATBUSH DEV ELOPMENTCORP.

(718) 859-38001616 Newkirk Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11226www.fdconline.orgGED, Pre-GED and job readiness. Ages 16-21.Free.

GREATER RESTORATIONBAPTIST CHURCH

(718) 735-41021156 St. John’s Place.Brooklyn, NY 11213GED Preparation and literacy class. Meets twice aweek. Free, although $20 for GED Preparation bookmust be paid at first class. Registration in person.

HOPE PROGRAM

(718) 852-93071 Smith St., 4th floorBrooklyn, NY 11201www.thehopeprogram.orgPrimarily job readiness training including computer andGED classes. Ages 18+. Free.

KINGSB OROUGH C OMMUNITYCOLLEGE

Office of Continuing Education(718) 368-50522001 Oriental Blvd.Brooklyn, NY 11235www.kbcc.cuny.eduOffers evening classes in the summer and weekendclasses in the fall. Ages 18+. Also has children’sprogram on Saturdays for ages 7-12. Call for cost.

LI NDEN LEARN ING CENTER

(718) 649-34001965 Linden Blvd.Brooklyn, NY 11207GED in French/ Spanish/ English. Day. Ages 17-21.Free.

MEDGAR EVERS C OLLE GE -SC HOOL OF CONT INUINGED UCATION

(718) 270-64051150 Carroll St.Brooklyn, NY 11225www.mec.cuny.eduDay/ Evening. Ages 19+. Free.

OF FICE OF ADU LT A NDCONT INUING EDUCATION,SC HOOL #9

(718) 622-3000475 Nostrand Ave.Room 329Brooklyn, NY 11216www.adulted.nyc.orgGED and Pre-GED. Day, evening, and Saturdays.Ages 21+. Free.

Do you know about the Literacy Assistance Center?

The Literacy Assistance Center is a non-profit organization that provides services to adult studentswho want to find free classes in reading, writing, and speaking English or

information on getting their GED.

New Yorkers seeking information on literacy programs, GED testing, workforce preparation,English language classes, and vocational training in New York State can call the LAC hotline for referrals to free

or low-cost services.

Hotline staff are multilingual: (212) 803-3333Check out the website for more information about their services:

www.lacnyc.org

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Business andEntrepreneurResourcesBRO OKLYN EC ONOMICDEVE LOPME NT COR PORATION(BEDC)

175 Remsen St., (718) 522-4600Suite 350Brooklyn, NY 11201www.bedc.orgProvides help to individuals who are interested instarting a small business. Services offered include:workshops, classes, trainings, and one-on-onebusiness consultations. Some of these services arefree while others have a fee. Call for more information.

BUSI NESS OUTREAC H CENTERNETWORK (BOC NETWOR K)

85 S. Oxford St., 2nd fl (718) 624-9115Brooklyn, NY 11217www.bocnet.orgOffers free counseling and referrals on all issuesinvolved in starting and growing a business.

COMPREHE NSIVE B USINESSRESOURCE CE NTER /CARIBBEAN A MER ICANCHA MBER OF COM MERCE ANDINDUSTRY (CACCI )

Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building #563 Flushing Ave. (718) 834-4544Brooklyn, NY 11205www.caribbeantradecenter.comCACCI’s Resource center provides technicalassistance, loan packaging, business planning, legal,accounting, book keeping services, and mortgagecounseling

LOCAL DEV ELOPMENTCORPORATION OF CRO WNHEIGHTS

752 Nostrand Ave. (718) 604-00202nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11216www.ldcch.comLoans from $2,000 - $50,000 are available to minoritywomen-owned businesses in Crown Heights, BedfordStuyvesant, Brownsville and East Flatbush

MINOR ITY BUSINESSDEVELOPMENT CE NTER OFOPPORTUNITY DEVE LOPMENTASSOCIATION

12 Heyward St. (718) 522-5620Brooklyn, NY 11211www.odabdc.org

Offers individual counseling or financing, marketing,procurement opportunities, and other issues related tobusiness start up and growth. Helps businessesbecome certified as SBA 8(A) contractors. Eligible forfederal contracts. Hasidic and other minoritybusinesses are eligible

PACE UNIVERSITY SMA LLBUSI NESS DEVE LOPMENTCE NTER (SBDC)

163 William St (212) 618-665516th floorNew York, NY 10038http://Manhattan.NYSSBDC.orgProvides free management and technical assistance tosmall businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. Servicesinclude one-on-one counseling, business plandevelopment, loan packaging, SBA 7(a) and 504 loans,financial statement analysis, practical cash flow andprofit and loss projections, and regular businessplanning seminars. Call to schedule an appointment.

PRATT AREA COM MUNITYCOUNC IL (PACC)

201 DeKalb Ave. (718) 522-2613Brooklyn, NY 11205www.prattarea.orgPACC works to recruit and retain local businesses andprovide new and existing businesses with one-on-onecounseling, access to free legal assistance loanpackaging, financing and technical assistance for lowincome entrepreneurs, and informational workshops

New York City Department of Small Business ServicesThe Business Assistance Unit promotes the development and economic well-being of small businesses through targetedservices that leverage government, private and community resources and contacts.

The Business Assistance staff can: provide the tools that will enable businesses to learn about and bid on government contracts Inform businesses about incentive programs that can lower their expenses certify minority and/or women-owned businesses and locally based enterprises connect business owners with counselors and services that can answer a range of business-related questions resolve problems related to government services provide immediate assistance in the event of an emergency or disaster

Business Development helps grow businesses by connecting business owners and entrepreneurs to public and private-sector business assistance resources and providing information on a range of topics including procurement, marketing, taxidentification numbers, registering your business, insurance, and financing. This unit also provides free one-on-onecounseling to New York City small businesses and entrepreneurs at its Manhattan and borough-based Business SolutionsCenters. For more information, call 311 and ask about Small Business Services. You can also check out SBS online at:http://www.nyc.gov/html/sbs/html/bizassist.html.

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Calling all Businesswomen!Check out the Women Business Center,housed at the NYANA Business Center.

You can find help with one-on-one businessdevelopment assistance, technology and

business management training,and micro-loans.

Call (212) 898-4167/26 for info.



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CareerCounselingand TrainingPrograms

BROOKLYN ADULT LEARNINGCE NTER

475 Nostrand Ave. (718) 638-2635Brooklyn, NY 11216www.adult.ed.nyc.orgFor adults 21 or older. Offers computer classes,GED preparation, English as a Second Language,computer repair, A+ certification, medical billingand coding, EMT, and Licensed Practical Nursing.Classes are Mon-Sat; All classes free except forLicensed Practical Nursing and EMT.

BROOKLYN JOB CORPSACAD EMY

585 DeKalb Ave. (718) 623-4001Brooklyn, NY 11205http://brooklyn.jobcorps.govProvides no-cost education and training program foryouth ages 16 - 24. Must be a U.S. citizen or legalresident and income-eligible. Students enroll to learn atrade, earn a high school diploma or GED, and gethelp finding a job. Job Corps counsels its students forup to 12 months after they secure employment.

CAMBA – CHURCH AVENUEMERCHANTS BLOCKASSOCIATION

2211 Church Ave. (718) 287-2600Brooklyn, NY 11226www.camba.orgAdults and youth. Offers a full range of job trainingand placement services to low-income Brooklynresidents that lead to jobs in security, humanservices, and customer service. CAMBA providesjob placement and training to limited Englishspeakers and refugees. CAMBA’s R.E.A.C.H.(Redirection, Evaluation, Assessment, Career andHigher Education) program is directed at low-income out-of-school youth ages 19-21 who are atrisk of remaining unemployed due to poor literacy,being high school dropouts, and for many, beingteen parents.

CO-OP TECH

New York City Department of Education321 East 96th St. (212) 369-8800New York, NY 10128www.co-optech.orgCo-op Tech is an alternative school. Studentsages 16-20, without a diploma/GED and currentlyattending a high school should consider Co-opTech Vocational/GED full-time programs. Discusstransfer with your guidance counselor.

COVENANT HOUSE

75 Lewis Ave. (718) 452-6730/3Brooklyn, NY 11206www.covenanthouse.orgVocational training for youth ages 16-21 in many areassuch as culinary arts, bank teller, nurses aids, andsecurity. Job readiness programs, computer classes,GED, counseling and employment assistance. Free.

EXPANDI NG OPTIONS FORTEEN PARENTS A ND YOUTH

Access for Women CenterNYC College of Technology300 Jay St., H-407 (718) 552-1131/3Brooklyn, NY 11201For youth (men and women) ages 18-22: 18-weekprogram, 16 hours/week. Includes academicskills in reading, writing, and math for GED test,career education and counseling, computer lab forGED math and science instruction, GED practicetests and referrals to NYS GED testing center. Allprograms are free.

FIRST STEP JOB TRA ININGPR OGRAM

Coalition for the Homeless(212) 776-20001129 Fulton St.New York, NY 10038www.coalitionforthehomeless.orgA program for homeless, formerly homeless, andlow-income women in the New York City area whowant help entering or returning to the workingworld. Participants learn skills to help get andkeep a job, plus skills to help each womanbecome economically sufficient. Information onfinding jobs, computer education, internships,assertiveness training, tips on professional dress,personal development workshops, and budgettips. Carfare provided.

GOODWI LL IND USTR IES

Downtown: (718) 246-490525 Elm Pl.Brooklyn, NY 11201Family Learning Center:42 Bond St. (718) 625-9936Brooklyn, NY 11201www.goodwillny.orgTraining Classes include ESL Classes, GEDpreparation, Adult Basic Education, Microsoft Office,computer skills, website design, retail sales training,customer service training, banking skills, security guard

Here are some helpful hints for asuccessful interview:

1. Think about your goals, values, skills,and interests: what kind of a job are youlooking for?2. Research the position, field, industry,organization, or company that you have aninterest in – be as informed about it aspossible.3. Prepare an appropriate and professionalinterview outfit.4. Identify ahead of time the location ofthe interview – and the best way to getthere. You want to make sure you are atleast 10-15 minutes early for the interview.5. Practice sample interview questionswith a friend or family member beforehandso that you are prepared to think on yourfeet.6. Bring along an extra copy of yourresume and a copy of your reference list.7. Send a thank you note to eachindividual with whom you had aninterview.More info: www.content.monster.com

Head to the Library!Check out the Job Information Center atthe Mid-Manhattan Library for freeworkshops and other resources on careers,resume writing, and job search strategies.Job Information CenterMid-Manhattan Library, 2nd floor455 Fifth Ave. @ 40th StreetNew York, NY 10016212-340-0836Hours: Mon – Wed, 9am – 9pm.Thurs – Sat, 10am – 6pm.

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certification, home health aide certification, civicsclasses, resume-building, job-readiness preparation,office skills.

DEPARTME NT OF S OCIALSERV ICES HU MAN RESOURCESADMINISTRATION:GREENWO OD CENTER 85

Department of Social Services275 Bergen St. (718) 694-8819/37Brooklyn, NY 11217www.nyc.gov/html/hraWelfare to Work Job Center provides on-site access tojob search and placement services, childcareinformation, vocational, educational and trainingservices, as well as referrals for Medicaid, Food Stampand other emergency assistance benefits. Information,services and referrals may be offered as substitutes tocash assistance in order to minimize barriers toemployment and negate the need for welfare

NEW YORK CITY COL LEGE OFTECHNOLOGY – YOUTHDIV ISION

(718) 552-113325 Chapel St., 4th floorBrooklyn, NY 11201For Brooklyn youth ages 18-22 who are notenrolled in school. Offers basic academic skills forGED test – an 18-week program at 16 hours perweek – as well as career counseling, family lifepreparation program and computer training. Allservices are free, although registration is byappointment only. Call to make an appointment.

NEW YOR K STATEDEPARTMENT OF LABOR

250 Schermerhorn St. (718) 780-9200/1Brooklyn, NY 11201www.labor.state.ny.usFor ages 13+. Provides free employmentservices, workshops on resume writing andcomputer use for any Brooklyn resident. Alsocheck the website for information aboutapprenticeship opportunities where you canreceive free training in a series of labor jobs suchas brick-layers, carpenters, electricians, etc.

OPPOR TUNITIES FOR ABETTER TOMORR OW

Two locations:25 Thornton St. (718) 387-1600Brooklyn, NY 11206783 Fourth Ave. (718) 369-0303Brooklyn, NY 11232www.obtjobs.orgFor youth ages 17-21 years. Conducts two annualtraining cycles with an average training period of 24weeks. The program provides English and mathinstruction, technical instruction, counseling, socialtraining and preparation for GED. After training,participants are placed in entry-level clerical position.Also offers pharmaceutical, GED, and ESL classes forindividuals 18+.

RITE CENTER – BEDFORDSTUYVESANT RESTORATIONCORPORATION C OMMUNITYTECHN OLOGY

1368 Fulton St., 4th fl (718) 636-6978Brooklyn, NY 11216www.restorationplaza.orgForty-station computer facility offering technologyeducation, internet access, job readiness and jobplacement. For youth high school age and older.

ST. JOHN’S P LACE FAMILYCE NTER, HDFC

1604 St. John’s Pl.(718) 771-7720x240Brooklyn, NY 11233Provides maintenance training and job placement.Participants learn valuable skills in carpetmaintenance, electricity fundamentals, handlinghazardous materials, floor care, plastering andpainting, plumbing, masonry, and janitorial/porterresponsibilities. Walk-in orientation sessions Mondaysand Wednesdays at 9:00am. Call for eligibilityrequirements.

BRO OKLYN WORK FORCECAREER CENTER

9 Bond St., 5th fl. (718) 246-5219Brooklyn, NY 11201www.workforcenewyork.org/etpFor adults. Career guidance counselors available tohelp find the right job or appropriate training. Weeklyworkshops on resume writing and improving yourinterview skills. Free internet access to job banks andother on-line resources. Resource Room withnewspapers, professional journals, businessdirectories, fax machines and copiers. Information on

unemployment insurance. Helps clients find schooland job vouchers.

URBA N PATHWAYS, INC.

575 8th Avenue, 9th fl.New York, NY 10018www.urbanpathways.orgTrains and services formerly homeless mentally illclients in their pursuit of employment.

HOW TO GET ANEMPLOYMENTCERTIFICATE (FORMERLYKNOWN AS “WORKINGPAPERS”) :

In New York State, students 14-17 whowork must have an employmentcertificate. First, you must getinformation and an application fromyour school counseling office or from theschool s Parent Coordinator. If you arenot attending school or if you apply duringvacation periods, obtain the address ofthe certificating office from the schoolnearest your home.

The next step is to complete theapplication form. This form requires:1. The signature of your parent orguardian,

AND2. Your birth or baptismal record for proofof age,

AND3. A doctor s certificate showing that youare physically fit to work.

For a young person to obtain a full-timeemployment certificate, her parent orguardian must appear in person beforethe school authorities to give consent.High school graduates can presentwritten consent. In addition, youthsmust provide proof of age, a certificateof physical fitness, and a schoolingrecord. In New York City, a 16-year-old minor who is leaving school musthave a pledge of employment signedby the prospective employer and a jobdescription that shows a daily andweekly schedule and details the workto be done.

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CommunityCenters andLocalMeetings

ALBANY COMMUNITY CENTER

164 Troy Ave. (718) 771-6462Brooklyn, NY 11213After school programs and food service. Offers avariety of programs for youth 6-12 and teens 13-19.Provides after school tutoring in math and reading, artsand crafts, tabletop games and recreation.

BED FORD HAITIA NCOM MUNITY CE NTER, INC.

1534 Bedford Ave. (718) 756-0600Brooklyn, NY 11216Provides educational support and youth leadershipprograms, including leadership skills, academicenhancement, education, and employment counselingas well as youth social, cultural, and recreationalactivities. Also provides immigration and refugeeassistance.

CROWN HEIGHTS JEWISHCOM MUNITY C OUNCIL

387 Kingston Ave. (718) 778-8808Brooklyn, NY 11225www.chjcc.orgThe CHJCC offers special services, including familypreservation program, help for crime victims, afatherhood program, immigration, and employmentand career counseling.

CRO WN HEIGHTS SERVICECE NTER

121 New York Ave. (718) 774-98002nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11216Helps community members navigate the New YorkCity housing and social service network, and also

refers them to job training programs. Offers afterschool programs and HIV prevention education. Thecenter is the only agency in Crown Heights that canmake food pantry referrals

MAKE T HE ROAD BY WALKING

301 Grove St. (718) 418-7690Brooklyn, NY 11237http://maketheroad.orgProvides legal services, educational programs,emergency food provision and support for residentled community-organizing projects.

JAMES E . DAVIS STOPVIOLENCE FOUNDAT ION

1135 St. John’s Pl. (718) 221-2911Brooklyn, NY 11213Provides conflict resolution and peer mediationservices. Offers housing referrals, job training, jobplacement, computer training, and family servicereferrals. Organizers of the annual James E. Davisstop violence march. GED Tuesdays and Thursdaysfor adults 17+.

RALPH LINCOLN SERVICECE NTER

261 Buffalo Ave. (718) 604-1358Brooklyn, NY 11213www.nphd.org/ralphCommunity non-profit organization offering an array ofprograms including an after school homework helpprogram, basic computer training classes, and afatherhood program fro youths 16-25. Offers copyingand faxing as well.

ST. JOHN’S P LACE FAMILYCE NTER

1630 St. John’s Place (718) 771-7720Brooklyn, NY 11233www.stjohnsplace.orgThis center relocates families to permanenthousing and provides youth services throughafterschool and day care programs, summer daycamps, employment training, living skills,parenting, case management, counseling,housing readiness, and housing relocationassistance. Referrals available to substanceabuse, mental health, and legal services.ST. JOHN’S RECREATIONA LCE NTER

1251 Prospect Pl. (718)771-2787Brooklyn, NY 11213This is a community development center with a widearray of sports and arts activities.

What is aCommunity Board?

Membership. Community

boards are local representative

bodies and each Board consists

of up to 50 unsalaried members

appointed by the Borough

President, with half nominated

by the City Council Members

who represent the community

district. Board members are

selected by the Borough

Presidents from among active,

involved people of each

community, with an effort made

to assure that every

neighborhood is represented.

Board members must reside,

work, or have some other

significant interest in the

community.

Meetings. Once a month,

board members address items of

concern to the community.

Board meetings are open to the

public, and a portion of each

meeting is reserved for the

Board to hear from members of

the public. Boards regularly

conduct public hearings on the

City's budget, on land use

matters, and on other major

issues.

BROOK LYN COM MUNITY B OARD8

1291 St. Marks Ave. (718) 467-5574Brooklyn, NY 11213www.brooklyncb8.orgMeetings are held on second Thursday of the month.Place and time changes each month.

BROOK LYN COM MUNITY B OARD9

890 Nostrand Ave. (718) 778-9279Brooklyn, NY 11225www.communitybrd9bklyn.orgMeetings are held at Middle School 61, 400 EmpireBlvd. at New York Ave., on the 4th Tuesday of everymonth.

Call 311 for your localcommunity board meeting

schedule.

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71S T POLIC E PRECINCTCOM MUNITY C OUNCIL

421 Empire Blvd. (718) 735-0511Brooklyn, NY 11225Precinct community council meetings are held the 3rd

Thursday of every month at Middle School 61, 420Empire Blvd. at New York Ave., at 7:30pm.

77T H POLICE PRECINCTCOM MUNITY C OUNCIL

127 Utica Ave. (718) 735-0611Brooklyn, NY 11213Precinct community council meetings are held the 2nd

Monday of each month at 7:30pm. Location changeseach month.

Some facts about Crown Heights Precincts

What is a PrecinctCouncil?

Each police precinct in the fiveboroughs has a Precinct Council,which brings together policeofficials with the residents of thecommunities that they police.The council has a set of electedofficers who meet regularly withprecinct officers and it has publicmeetings once a month. Atthese meetings, the precinctinforms residents of monthlycrime statistics and reports onrecent criminal activity or lackthereof. Residents are invited toask questions and present theirconcerns to the officers.

Precinct councils, incollaboration with the CommunityAffairs officers in the precinct,often organize communityengagement events, such asHalloween Parade walks, theNational Night Out AgainstCrime, and fund-raisingcarwashes for local youthgroups.

If you are interested in gettinginformation or voicing youropinion about crime or policeissues in your community, this isthe place to do it!

71st PrecinctPrograms and Initiatives

The CAT Program (CombatAuto Theft): The Precinct willplace a sticker on both side rearwindows. If your auto isobserved being driven between1:00am 5:00am, then the policecan stop the auto and request tosee a driver s license andregistration. Unauthorizedpersons or auto thieves can bedeterred or apprehended if theyare driving your car at night.

The TRIP Program (Taxi/LiveryRobbery Inspection Program):A similar sticker is placed on taxiand livery vehicles, both on therear side windows and on avisible location in the rearcompartment area. The stickerinforms passengers that thetaxi/livery may be stopped andvisually inspected by the police atany time to ensure the driver ssafety. It is useful in deterring orapprehending those who targetcab drivers.

The VIN Etching Program: Theprecinct will etch your auto svehicle identification number ontoyour front and rear windshieldand all four side doors. Thisdeters thieves, since they wouldhave to replace all the glass inyour auto before they resell yourvehicle or any of its parts.

For further information aboutthese programs, contact theCrime Prevention Unit at718-735-0528. You can alsocontact your Community Affairsofficers at 718-735-0527.

77th PrecinctPrograms and Initiatives

Law Enforcement Explorers:The Learning for Life LawEnforcement Explorer Program isopen to all young men and womenwho are at least 14 years old and inthe ninth grade. Explorer Postactivities include field trips tovarious law enforcement agenciesas well as Learning for Lifesponsored events.

Operation Identification: This isa simple procedure whereby aserial number is engraved onproperty of value. You are thengiven a sticker to place on the doorand windows of your homeindicating that your possessionshave been marked by the NYPD.

Rewards for Illegal Handguns:The precinct offers a $1,000 rewardfor information leading to the arrestof anyone who possesses an illegalhandgun. It is anonymous, so youdo not have to leave your name.Call 1-866-GUN-STOP.

Security Surveys: Byappointment, a Crime Preventionofficer will come to your home orbusiness and conduct a freesecurity survey. The officer willcheck doors, windows, gates,locks, and other security devicesthat may be installed. The officerwill determine whether or not theexisting security measures aresufficient and offerrecommendations as needed.

For further information, call718-735-0653. You can alsocontact your Community Affairsofficers at 718-735-0634.

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CulturalInstitutionsBRO OKLYN ACADEMY OFMUSIC

Peter Jay Sharp Building30 Lafayette Ave. (718) 636-4100Brooklyn, NY 11217www.bam.orgOffers music, theater, dance, art, and filmperformances and educational programs.

BRO OKLYN CHI LDREN’SMUSEUM

145 Brooklyn Ave. (718) 735-4400Brooklyn, NY 11213www.brooklynkids.orgAdmission is $5 per person. Free for members andchildren under 1 year of age. Free passes available atthe Crown Heights Community Mediation Center,located at 262 Kingston Avenue, between LincolnPlace and St. John’s Place, Brooklyn.

BRO OKLYN BOTANIC GARDEN

1000 Washington Ave (718) 623-7200Brooklyn, NY 11225www.bbg.orgPeople 16 and over: $5. Seniors 65 and older: $3.Students with valid IDs: $3. Children under 16: Free.Also, FREE for all: Tuesdays, 8am – 6pm andSaturdays 10am – 12pm. Free for Seniors 65+ onFridays.

BROOKLYN MUSEU M

200 Eastern Parkway (718) 638-5000Brooklyn, NY 11238www.brooklynmuseum.orgAdult suggested contribution: $8. Students with validIDs: $4. Older adults 65 and over: $4.

BRONX ZOO

Fordham Road (718) 367-1010and Bronx River ParkwayBronx, NY 10460www.bronxzoo.comOpen 365 days a year. Hours are Mon – Fri: 10am –4pm.; Weekends and holidays: 10am – 4:30pm.Children under 2 are free. Thursdays throughTuesdays: adult fee is $14, children 2-12 are $10,Seniors 65 and older are $12. Wednesdays: Donatewhat you wish.

FIVE MYLES GALLERY

558 St. John’s Pl. (718) 783-4438Brooklyn, NY 11238www.fivemyles.orgArt gallery and performance space with changingexhibitions and dance performances. Open Fri-Sun, 1-6pm and by appointment.

HIGH 5 T ICKETS T O THE ARTS

1 East 53rd St. (212) 445-8587New York, NY 10022www.highfivetix.org$5 tickets to hundreds of New York’s best dance,music, theater, film, museum and spoken word eventsall year round. For ages 13-18 (or any studentenrolled in a middle or high school program). If youare over 18, during weekdays, tickets are two for $5,which means a parent, teacher, or mentor can tagalong.

IFETAYO CULTURAL ARTSFACI LITY, INC.

100 Parkside Ave. (718) 856-1123Brooklyn, NY 11226www.ifetayoculturalarts.orgAn arts and cultural organization dedicated tosupporting the creative, educational andvocational development of youth and families ofAfrican descent. Ifetayo strives to enhance theirlives by providing programs in cultural awareness,performing and visual arts, as well as academicinstruction, health and wellness, professional skillsdevelopment, and social services.JEWISH C HILDREN’S MUSEUM

792 Eastern Parkway (718) 467-0600Brooklyn, NY 11213www.jewishchildren.museumInteractive activities and exhibits about Jewish life,culture, and history. Admission is $10 per person.Children under 2 are free.

MOCADA – MUSEUM OFCONTEMPORARY AFRICANDIASPORAN ART S

80 Hanson Place (718) 230-0492Brooklyn, NY 11217www.mocada.orgBrooklyn’s first museum dedicated to contemporary artby people of African descent. Admission is suggesteddonation of $4. $3 for seniors and students with ID.Free for children under 12. Call for information aboutpublic programs.

NEW YORK AQUAR IUM

Surf Ave. and West 8th St. (718) 265-FISHBrooklyn, NY 11224www.nyaquarium.comLocated on the boardwalk next to Coney Island Beach.Admission is $12 for adults, and $8 for children 2-12and seniors 65+. Children under 2 are free.

NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEU M

Boerum Place (718) 694-1600and Schermerhorn StreetBrooklyn, NY 11201www.mta.nyc.ny.us/mta/museumInteractive exhibits about the subways, buses, andtrains of New York City. Also has age-appropriateeducation workshops and computer resources.Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children age 3-17and seniors 65+. Free for Seniors on Wednesdays.

PR OSPECT PARK ZOO

450 Flatbush Ave (718) 399-7339Brooklyn, NY 11225The Zoo is open 365 days a year. Mon-Fri: 10am-4:30pm. Weekends and holidays: 10am-4:30pm.Adults: $6; Children (3-12): $2; Seniors (65+): $2.25.

RESTORAT ION Y OUT H ARTSACAD EMY

247 Herkimer St. (718) 636-6969Brooklyn, NY 11216www.restorationarts.orgA mutli-disciplinary program that provides artistictraining both on- and off-site. Proivdes afterschool andSaturday classes with culminating events for each ofthe five disciplines (dance, music, drama, visual arts,and martial arts).

S OCIE TY FOR T HEPRESERVATION OFWEEKSVI LLE A ND BEDFORD-STUYVESANT HISTORY

1698-1708 Bergen St (718) 623-0600Brooklyn, NY 11213www.weeksvillesociety.orgA historic, nineteenth century community that was home toministers, teachers, and other professionals, including thefirst female African-American physician in New York Stateand the first African-American police officer in New YorkCity. Discover all of the history through exhibitions, tours,school programs, and adult and family programs. Peopleresiding in zip codes11213 and 11233, seniors 59+, andchildren 12 and under admitted free with proper ID.

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Making the Most of a Visit to aMuseum or Cultural Institution(Adapted from Museums & Learning: AGuide for Family Visits, available online athttp://www.ed.gov/pubs/Museum/title.html)

Museums provide a perfect opportunity tolearn together. Look at the splash of colorin a painting, explore the constellations ofthe universe from your chair in theplanetarium, compose your own music ona synthesizer, or discover why a pendulumswings back and forth.

Remember that you don t have to be anexpert. You don t have to know theanswers to all the questions that your childwill ask. That s part of the fun of exploringa museum finding out what it is thatexcites you and your child by sharing,looking, listening, talking, and learningtogether.

Here are some helpful hints:

• Talk about what you will see in themuseum, including some basic informationabout museums, how objects get there,and why people collect objects.

• “Child-size” your visit and don t try tosee everything in one visit.

• Be flexible and follow your child s lead.Don t be surprised if your planned visit tosee the dinosaur bones is put on

hold because the huge elephant hascaught your child s attention. Let yourchild enjoy the exhibit at his or her ownpace.

• The Information Desk is a good firststop once you re at the museum. There,you ll find floor plans, materials in foreignlanguages, self-guided family tourbrochures, gallery games and activitysheets, and family workshops andprograms.

Play Museum and Gallery GamesChildren of all ages love to play games.Museum games and treasure hunts focusa visit and help to break up the time as yougo from exhibit to exhibit. They stimulateyour child s curiosity, sharpen observationskills, and generally make the visit moreenjoyable. Here are some games to play:

• I Spy: Have your child find an object inan exhibit and describe it to other familymembers so that each one can take a turnguessing what the object is.

• Seek and Find: Ask your child to findpaintings that have his or her favoritecolors, shapes, and objects in them.

To find out where you can go, visitwww.nycenet.edu/projectarts for the Arts andCultural Services Education Guide. This guideprovides links to over 200 New York Citymuseums and cultural institutions.

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DomesticViolenceResourcesUSEFULNUMBERSSA FE HORIZON DV HOT LINE

(800) 621-4673

S HALOM TASK FORCEHOT LINE

(888) 883-2323

WO MEN’S SAFE START

(718) 453-2280

T HE SA FE HOMES PROJECT

(718) 499-2151 (see p. 22 forcomplete listing)

77T H PRECINCT

(718) 735-0611

71S T PRECINCT

(718) 735-0511

HELPFULWEBSITESFAM ILY V IOLENCEPREVENT ION FUND

www.endabuse.org

WO MEN’S LAW

www.womenslaw.org

LEGA L INFORMATION FORFAM ILIES TODAY (HOW TOFI LE A CASE)

www.liftonline.org

OTHER INFORMATION

If you are a victim of domesticviolence and require legalassistance, please refer to our“Legal Services” section in

this guide.

BARRIER FREE L IVING

270 E. 2nd St. (212) 533-4358New York, NY 10009www.bflnyc.orgOffers short and long-term domestic violencecounseling and education, case managementservices, advocacy within the medical, mentalhealth, law enforcement and criminal justicesystems, and occupational therapy.

CAMBA – INTERVENTION A NDPREVENTION PROGRAM

885 Flatbush Ave. (718) 282-55753rd floorBrooklyn, NY 11226www.camba.orgProvides counseling and support groups forsurvivors of domestic violence. Serves individualsas well as families. Multiple locations, so callbefore visiting. 24-hour hotline: 800-310-2449

CARIBBEAN WOMEN’S HEALTHASSOCIATION, INC.

Caledonian Complex (718) 826-2942100 Parkside Ave.4th floorBrooklyn, NY 11226www.cwha.orgProvides on-site case management, referral, andadvocacy services.

CE NTER FOR ANTI -VIOLENCEED UCATION, INC.

421 Fifth Ave., 2nd fl. (718) 788-1775Brooklyn, NY 11215www. cae-bklyn.orgCo-Ed Youth Empowerment program teachesself-esteem, self-defense, and karate skills. Freeteen women’s self-defense classes. A 5-weekadult’s self-defense course combines basicphysical and verbal self-defense skills andsupport-service referrals. Free child care andsliding scale fees. Free for survivors of domesticviolence, sexual assault or child abuse.

HELP (REACHING OUT TOADVOCATE D OMESTIC ABU SESURVIVORS )

515 Blake Ave. (718) 922-7980Brooklyn, NY 11207Provides services to survivors of domesticviolence, both men and women. Individual

counseling, parenting classes, and legaladvocacy.

NEW YOR K GAY & LESBIANANTI -VIOLENCE PR OJECT

240 W. 35th St. (212) 714-1184Ste. 200New York, NY 10001www.avp.orgSee agency information under “Gay, Lesbian,Bisexual, and Transgender Services” section inthis guide.

OHE L CHILDREN’S HOME &FAM ILY S ERVICES

4510 16th Ave. (718) 851-6300Brooklyn, NY 11204www.ohelfamily.orgCounseling, support groups of women andchildren, and temporary safe housing are providedfor victims of domestic abuse.

PR OJEC T EDEN – KING’SCOUNTY DISTR ICTATTORNEY’S OFFICE

350 Jay St. (718) 250-2005Brooklyn, NY 11201www.brooklynda.orgProject Eden bridges the community with thecriminal justice system to negotiate reachingOrthodox victims of domestic violence. It is acollaborative program of education, training, anddirect services, including a wide network ofculturally sensitive services in English, Hebrew,Yiddish, and Russian. Direct services include:individual counseling and support groups, anOrthodox shelter, legal representation, servicesfor children and teens, and crisis intervention, aswell as other relevant services.

SA FE HORIZON

189 Montague St. (718) 834-6688Brooklyn, NY 11208www.safehorizon.orgFor survivors of domestic violence, stalking, rape,and sexual assault, Safe Horizon offers servicesthat help them and their children move towardsafe and independent violence-free lives.

Do you need to get an Order of

Protection in Family Court?

For step-by-step information on how

to do this and what to expect, check

out: www.sbls.org/flufs2/htm OR

www.lawhelp.org

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FinancialAdviceUSEFULNUMBERSBURIAL ASSISTANCE – BURIA LCLAI MS UNIT (HRA )

(718) 488-5482

CHILD SUPPORTIN FOR MATION (HRA HOT LINE– 24 HOURS)

(877) 472-8411

DEBTORS ANONYMOUS

(212) 969-8111

BANKRUPTCY PA NEL –BRO OKLYN BAR ASSOC IATIONVOLUNTEER LAWYERSPR OJEC T, INC.

123 Remsen St. (718) 624-38942nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11201www.brooklynbar.org/vlpOffers free legal assistance to financially eligible lowincome residents of Brooklyn. Programs includeHome and Hospital Visiting Lawyer Service, SeniorOutreach Program, Battered Women Legal Hotline,Family Law Program, and Consumer and BankruptcyLaw Panel.

BED FORD–ST UYVESANTCOM MUNITY LEGAL SERV ICESCORP.

1360 Fulton St. (718) 636-11553rd floorBrooklyn, NY 11216www.lsny.orgAssists low income individuals in the BedfordStuyvesant and Crown Heights area of Brooklyn(specifically in zip codes 11213, 11216, 11221, 11225,11233) with landlord/tenant issues, tax problems,unemployment insurance benefits, and ACS/parentalpermission concerns. Bring all the papers that arerelated to your problem. Languages spoken areHaitian, Creole, and Spanish

MO NEY MANAGEMENTINTERNATIONA L ANDCONS UMER CRED ITCOUNSELING SERVICES

104 Montgomery St. (800) 308-2227Studio 1ABrooklyn, NY 11225www.moneymanagement.orgAssists low-income families experiencing financialdifficulties or families in need of financial planningassistance, credit reports help, bankruptcy counseling,small business credit advice, general budgeting andfinancial planning help. Call first to set up anappointment.

OTHER INFORMATION

For additional resources, call311 and ask for ConsumerInformation. Or take a look atwww.nyc.gov, the officialwebsite for the City of NewYork.

Under “Information andServices,” click on“Residents,” then select“Consumer Information.” Here,you will find some helpfulinformation from theDepartment of ConsumerAffairs.

You can also look in theYellow Pages or the internetfor non-profit counseling orbudget planning organizations,but be sure to check that theyare licensed by the State ofNew York Banking Departmentby calling (877) BANK-NYS.

What to do if you are thevictim of Identity Theft:The fastest growing financial crime inthe nation, identity theft is whensomeone uses your personalinformation, such as your credit card orsocial security number, to obtainsomething of value. Here is what youshould you do if you suspect you havebeen victimized:

1. Report lost or stolen credit cards,ATM, and debit cards immediately to thecredit card company or bank associatedwith the fraudulent activity. It isimportant to do this as soon as youdiscover the fraud if you wait, you maybe found liable for the charges.2. Immediately call the fraud helplines of each of the three major creditbureaus and tell them to flag your filewith a fraud alert, including astatement that creditors should call youfor permission before opening any newaccounts in your name.Trans Union Fraud Victim AssistanceDepartment(800) 888-4213Experian Consumer FraudAssistance(888) 397-3742Equifax Consumer Fraud Division(800) 525-62853. Report all fraudulent activity to thelocal police and sheriff departments,and be sure to get a copy of the policereport for your records.4. Have your bank put stop-paymentorders on any checks that you believehave been stolen. Consider closingout all existing accounts and thenopening new accounts with new accountnumbers.5. If you believe somebody has usedyour Social Security Number, contactthe Social Security Administration at(800) 269-0271.

FOR MORE INFORMATION,CONTACE THE OFFICE OF THEATTORNEY GENERAL, CONSUMERHELP LINE AT (800) 771-7755.

You can get a FREEcredit report online

once a year.

Check out this website formore information!

http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/credit/freereports.htm

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Gay,Lesbian,Bisexual,andTransgenderResources

AUDRE LORDE PR OJECT, INC.

85 South Oxford St. (718) 596-0342Brooklyn, NY 11217www.alp.orgALP is a lesbian, gay, bisexual, two spirit andtransgender People of Color center for communityorganizing, focusing on the New York City area.Through mobilization, education and capacity-building,ALP works for community wellness and progressivesocial and economic justice. Offers educationaltrainings, outreach, and workshops on homophobia,classism, and racism.

THE DOOR

555 Broome St. (212) 941-9090New York, NY 10013www.door.orgHours: Mon-Thurs 2 pm - 8 pm, Fri 2 pm - 6 pm,Sat 10 am - 4 pm. Designed to welcome youth ofall sexual orientations (ages 12-21) by providing acomfortable and visibly gay-positive environment.Provides individual and group counseling, as wellas art therapy for young people dealing withissues of family, gender, relationships andsexuality. The Legal Services Center providesguidance and advocacy on civil legal issues, aswell as workshops on legal rights for LGBTQyouth.

GAY MEN’S HEALTH CRISIS

119 West 24th St. (212) 367-1000New York, NY 10011 (800) AIDS-NYCwww.gmhc.orgWorkshops and programs are available to the generalpublic regardless of HIV status, sexual orientation, or

gender. GMHC believes in promoting the health andwellness of all people affected by HIV and AIDS. Free.

GL OBE (GAYS AND LESBIANSOF BUSHWICK EMPOWER ED)

Make the Road By Walking301 Grove St. (718) 418-7690Brooklyn, NY 11237A project of the organization Make the Road ByWlaking, the GLOBE program offers workshops,counseling, and other services/counseling for theLGBT community.

GR EEN C HIMNEY

456 West 145th St. (212) 491-5911New York, NY 10031www.greenchimneys.orgPrograms focus on the needs of gay, lesbian,bisexual, transgender and questioning youth andtheir families. Runs a group residence for ages18-21, an alternative secondary school andmentoring program, a boarding home for ages 13-16, a transitional living program for ages 25 andunder, and a supervised independent livingprogram for ages 16-21.

HETRIC K-MART IN INS TIT UTE

2 Astor Place (212) 674- 2400New York, NY 10003www.hmi.orgProvides GLBTQ (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgenderand questioning) youth with services in arts, education,and recreational activities. Ages 12- 21. Free.

LESB IAN, GAY, BISEXUAL,AND TRA NSGE NDERCOM MUNITY CE NTER

208 W 13th St. (212) 620-7310New York, NY 10011www.gaycenter.orgProvides extensive social services, including workshops, support groups, counseling, health education,and wide variety of cultural programs, as well as familyand child services.

THE NEW YORK GAY &LESB IAN ANTI -VIOLENCEPROJEC T

240 West 35th St. (212) 714-1184Suite 200New York, NY 10001www.avp.orgAVP is the only agency in New York City thatprovides services specifically for lesbian, gay,transgender, bisexual & HIV-affected victims of

domestic violence. These include Pick-Up Crimes,Rape and Sexual Assault, HIV-Related Violence,Community-Police Relations, Legal Services,Community Organizing and Professional Training.

P FLAG BROOK LYN (PARENTS,FAM ILIES, A ND FRIENDS OFLESB IANS AND GAYS)

360 Atlantic Ave. (718) 769-1421Brooklyn, NY 11217www.pflagnyc.orgProvides services for the families and friends of GLBTpeople through open monthly support and educationmeetings, a 7-day-a-week Helpline, free educationalmaterials, advocacy for safe schools and equal civilrights, college scholarships, and awareness-raisingevents and speaking engagements.

P OCC (PE OPLE OF COLOR INCRISIS )

468 Bergen St. (718) 230-0770Brooklyn, NY 11217www.pocc.orgProvides a wide array of prevention and supportservices for individuals both infected and affected bythe AIDS epidemic.

SA GE-SE NIOR ACTION IN AGAY ENVIR ONMENT

305 7th Avenue (212) 741-224716th floorNew York, NY 10001www.sageusa.orgOffers social services, programs and community-building to LGBT seniors in and around New YorkCity and provides education and advocacy onLGBT aging issues nationwide.

Know Your Rights:Hate Crimes are a criminal offense committedagainst persons, property, or society that ismotivated, in whole or in part, by an offender’s biasagainst an individual’s or a group’s actual orperceived race, religion, national origin, ethnicbackground, gender, age, disability or sexualorientation.Steps to Take When Reporting aHate Crime:1. Report the hate crime immediately to the NewYork City Police Department and ask that theincident be treated as a “hate crime.”2. Document the incident and save evidence.3. Act quickly. The incident must be dealt with whenit happens.

To Report a Hate Crime Call:1-888-440-HATE

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Head Startand DayCare CentersHEAD STARTCENTERSEstablished by Congress in 1965,Head Start is a federally-funded,community-based childdevelopment program designed tomeet the needs of low-incomechildren and their families.Research shows that youngchildren involved in quality earlychildhood programs aresubstantially more successful inboth school and life environments.Head Start childcare programs areFREE for qualifying families – stopby one of these following centers(with your most recent pay stub) tosee if your family qualifies.

BETH RIVKA HEAD START

310 Crown Street (718)735-0729(between Nostrand and New YorkAvenues)Brooklyn, NY 11225Crown HeightsMEDGAR EVERS C OLLEGEHEAD START

71 Lincoln Place (718)783-8667(between Fifth and Sixth Avenues)Brooklyn, NY 11217Park SlopeST. MARK’S HEAD START

2017 Beverley Road (718) 287-7300(at Ocean Avenue)Brooklyn, NY 11226

Flatbush

BED FORD STUYVESANT EARLYCHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENTCE NTER

275 Marcus Garvey Blvd. (718)453-0500(between Quincey St. and GatesAvenue)Brooklyn, NY 11221Bedford-StuyvesantCHILD DEVE LOPMENTSUPPORT CORPORATION HEADSTART

352-358 Classon Ave. (718)398-2050Brooklyn, NY 11238Bedford-StuyvesantCOM MUNITY PARE NTS HEADSTART

90 Chauncey Street (718)771-4002(between Stuyvesant Ave. andMalcolm X Blvd.)Brooklyn, NY 11233Bedford-StuyvesantBREUKE LEN R ECREATIONROO MS HEAD START

715 East 105th Street (718)649-2960(between Flatlands Ave. andGlenwood Rd.)Brooklyn, NY 11236East New YorkURBA N STRATEGIES HEADSTART

1091 Sutter Ave. (718)235-6151(at Atkins Ave.)Brooklyn, NY 11208East New York

Check outhttp://www.nysheadstart.org/nyc.html

to locate other HeadStart centers in yourneighborhood.

DAY CARECENTERSThe following are local day carecenters zip codes 11213 and11216. Some of them aresubsidized by the Agency for ChildDevelopment (ACD) and some ofthem are private child carecenters.

ALBANY AVENUE DAY CARE

196 Albany Ave. (718) 773-0071Brooklyn, NY 11213

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm. For children ages 2-6;subsidized by ACD and operated by the Agencyfor Child Development.

EDWARDS L . CLEVELAND DAYCARE CENTER

1185 Park Place (718)778-6559/60Brooklyn, NY 11213www.bksny.orgFor children ages 2.5-6.

ST. JOHN’S DAY CARECE NTER

813 Sterling Pl. (718) 756-0496Brooklyn, NY 11216For children ages 2.9 months-6 years; subsidized byACD.

HAIT IAN AMERICAN DAY CARE

Two locations:813 Sterling Pl. (718) 771-3800Brooklyn, NY 11216For children Pre-K and 2-6; after-school program forchildren ages 6-12. Subsidized by ACS.

1491 Bedford Ave. (718) 756-0253Brooklyn, NY 11216For Children ages 2.5-6 and 6-12.

JO HN EDWARD BRUCE DAYCARE CENTER

1173 Bergen St. (718) 773-5794Brooklyn, NY 11213A multi-cultural learning facility designed to meet theneeds of children 2.6 months – 6 years old. Variety ofactivities, including dance, karate, and steel drums.Also offer CDA classes for adults interested in EarlyChildhood Development.

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THE GARDEN OF LEAR NINGDAY CARE

834 Prospect Pl. (718)778-0996Brooklyn, NY 11216For children ages 2-6. The cost is $180 plus a $50registration fee. Licensed private care and certifiedkindergarten; accepts ACS, ACD, and HRA

MAG IC KINGD OM NURS ERYSCHOOL

275 Kingston Ave. (718) 493-9290Brooklyn, NY 11213For children ages 1 ½ yrs. old to 5 yrs. $140 ages 3-5.$150 ages 1 1/2 – 3.

MARTHA UDELL DAY CARECE NTER

505 St. Marks Ave. (718) 638-3838Brooklyn, NY 11238For ages 2-6. Funded by ACS and ACD.

PARK PLACE DAY CARECE NTER

963 Park Place (718) 778-8558Brooklyn, NY 11213For ages 2-5; subsidized by ACD

T INY T OTS NURSERY

242A Albany Ave. (718) 774-1713Brooklyn, NY 11213For Children ages 2-5, potty trained. Costs are $50registration and $105 a week thereafter.

Resources for families!Check out these resources for some information,

services, and opportunities for your family!

Families First Brooklyn250 Baltic Street (between Clinton and Court Streets)

Brooklyn, NY 11201

718-237-1862

www.exitfive.com/famfirst/index.htm

Families First is a parent-run, independent non-profit organization where a

supportive atmosphere is provided for both parents and children. You will find:

à classes and activities for babies, toddlers, and school-age children

à workshops for parents and caregivers

à support groups for women, men, couples and new mothers

à special events for members and other community members

à drop-in play areas for children

à a monthly newsletter with detailed info on upcoming classes, community

services, and program schedules.

Park Slope Parentswww.parkslopeparents.com

Don t be fooled by the name the huge wealth of information for parents and

caregivers on this website is useful for anybody who lives in Brooklyn.

Answers for questions on just about anything can be found here including

resources for expectant and new parents, parenting tips, childcare and

education resources, parent and child healthcare tips, classes and activities,

local services, and safety concerns.

GoCityKidswww.gocitykids.com

GoCityKids gives you shortcuts to New York City at its best its parks, stores,

professional services, restaurants, babysitters, and entertainment, among

other things. It is the answer to all those times you ve wondered how to begin

your search for afterschool activities, day camps, sports equipment, or a good

pediatrician. Or what to do on a rainy Sunday, where to throw a party for an

eight-year-old, and easy ways to get around town. On the site, you ll find:

à a free weekly email newsletter about the best of the upcoming week

à a long-term calendar of kid-friendly events around town

à information and resources organized by neighborhood

Cool Culture!If your child is enrolled in a

Head Start center or another

city-funded child care center,

find out if the center is part of

the Cool Culture program. If

so, your family is eligible for a

Cool Culture pass, which

allows you FREE admittance

to a lot of New York museums,

cultural institutions, zoos, and

botanical gardens. For more

information, talk to your

center s Director or contact

Cool Culture at

(718) 230-4186.

Check out their website at:

www.cool-culture.org

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HealthUSEFULNUMBERSADVOCATE S FOR THEDISAB LED

(800) 522-4369

GROW ING UP HEALTHY

(800) 522-5006

MEDICA ID CHOICE

(800) 505-5678

MEDICA ID HELPLINE

(888) 692-6116

MEDICARE – EMPIR E BLUECROSS / BLUE S HIE LD

(800) 261-5962

NEW YOR K STATETEMPORARY & DISABILITYASSISTANCE INFO L INE

(800) 342-3009

FREE AND LOW-COSTHEALTH INSURANCEAVAILABLE THROUGHNEW YORK STATE

Many working families andindividuals are eligible for free orlow-cost health insurance. You donot have to be a citizen to qualify.Most adult immigrants and ALLchildren and pregnant women areeligible if they meet the otherprogram requirements.Immigrants who do not qualify forinsurance may be eligible for helpwith the cost of emergencymedical care.

Call 1-888-692-6116 to enroll tofind out if you may qualify andwhere you can enroll in yourneighborhood. The programs are:

Medicaid and Child Health Plus Aprovides free health insurance forlow-income children and adults.

Children under 21 have an addedguarantee of all necessaryscreenings, treatment, assistancewith appointments andtransportation through theChild/Teen Health Program.Call 1-888-692-8662 for moreinformation.

Child Health Plus B provides freeor low-cost health insurance forchildren under the age of 19 whoare not eligible for Medicaid.Call 1-800-698-4543 for moreinformation.

Family Health Plus provides freehealth insurance for eligible low-income, uninsured adults (ages 19-64). Call 1-877-934-7587 for moreinformation.

ARTHUR ASHE INSTITUT E FORURBA N HEALTH

450 Clarkson Ave. (718) 270-3101Box 1232Brooklyn, NY 11203www.arthurasheinstitute.orgProvides a variety of services to the community toeducate the local population about access to care andincreased health knowledge. Preventing illness &disease through health education.

A MERICAN RED CROSS OFGREATER NEW YORK,BRO OKLYN CHAPTER

100 Pineapple Walk (718) 330-9200Brooklyn, NY 11201www.nyredcross.orgProvides disaster relief, safety and preparednesstraining.

BRO OKLYN P LAZA MEDICALCE NTER

650 Fulton St. (718) 596-9800Brooklyn, NY 11217www.brooklynplaza.comProvides family medicine, dentistry, health (HIV/AIDScounseling & testing ), wellness (alternative medicine,parenting skills). Women, infant & children (WIC)services are available on site. Staff also available toassist with applications for the Prenatal CareAssistance Program (PCAP) and applications for childhealth insurance.

CARIBBEAN WOMEN’S HEALTHASSOCIATION

Caledonian Complex, 4th floor100 Parkside Ave. (718) 826-2942Brooklyn, NY 11226www.cwha.orgA non-profit free clinic for men and women in need ofcounseling, support services and referral andimmigration help. Offers AIDS and HIV patient help,asthma education and case management for children,prenatal referral and parenting classes andimmigration services.

BRO WNSV ILLE CHI LD HEALTH

259 Bristol St. (718) 495-7283Brooklyn, NY 11212Brownsville Child Health provides both primaryand preventive health care to children andadolescents ages 0 to 18. These services includeyearly physicals and check-ups as well asimmunization, asthma treatment, urine analysisand most other basic health care services. Cost:Medicaid is accepted and many of the communitypreventive service are free for low-incomefamilies.

CARIBBEAN HOUSE HEALTHCE NTER

1167 Nostrand Ave. (718) 778-0198Brooklyn, NY 11225www.chnnyc.orgHIV Counseling and testing, general medical care– Primary Care, Pediatrics, OB-GYNFamily Planning, Alternative Medicine, MentalHealth Counseling and Referrals, CaseManagement, Free Pregnancy tests. Acceptsmost managed care insurance. Part of thecommunity healthcare network, Caribbean HouseHealth Center is a multi-service community clinicthat offers basic primary health care, OB-GYNhealth services, family planning, as well asalternative treatments and social service casemanagement. Cost: Sliding scale fees, Medicaid,Medicare

DIASPORA COM MUNITYSERVICE

182 Fourth Ave. (718) 399-0200Brooklyn, NY 11217www.disaporacs.orgFormerly, the Haitian Women’s Program (HWP),Diaspora Community Service provides health andwell being services to men, women and childrenliving in Brooklyn who are infected with HIV/AIDS

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virus. Also provides teen workshops for ages 10-18.

INTERFAITH MEDICA L CENTER

1545 Atlantic Ave. (718) 613-4000Brooklyn, NY 11213www.interfaithmedical.comGeneral hospital and clinic services, includingpediatrics, OB/GYN, orthopedics, and more.

KINGSBROOK JEWISHMEDICA L CENTER

585 Schenectady Ave. (718) 604-5000Brooklyn, NY 11203www.kingsbrook.orgGeneral hospital and clinic services, including aCaribbean Mental Health Program and diabeticand geriatric services, among many other options.Also provides various free health screenings – callto register.

MIC WO MEN’S HEA LTHSERVICES

1873 Eastern Pkwy. (718) 498-1001Brooklyn, NY 11233Services include walk-in pregnancy tests, prenatalcare, family planning & GYN services. Dentalservices and HIV counseling and testing. PCAPand Medicaid Enrollment. Hours: Monday-Friday9:00am - 4:30pm.

METR OPOLITAN COUNC IL ONJEW ISH POVERTY

1672 President St. (718) 467-0166Brooklyn, NY 11213www.metcouncil.brinkster.netSocial Service provider that operates housingunits, kosher food pantry, home safety andrepairs, home care, free and low cost healthinsurance, career services, and crisis intervention.Services for people of all faiths. Services inEnglish, Spanish, Yiddish, Russian, Chinese,German and sign language

SUNY DOWNSTATE MEDICALCE NTER

450 Clarkson Ave. (718) 270-1000Brooklyn, NY 11203www.hscbklyn.eduGeneral hospital and clinic services, including aCenter for Community Health Promotion andWellness, which provides free health screeningsand other medical services.

HIV/AIDS -RELATEDSERVICESBED FORD STUYVESANTFAM ILY HEALTH CE NTER, INC.

1413 Fulton St. (718) 636-4500Brooklyn, NY 11216www.bsfhc.comProvides mental health, prevention and education,outreach, and support services to HIV +individuals and their loved ones.

BETTER BROOKLY NCOM MUNITY CE NTER

900 Fulton St. (718) 624-19922nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11238www.bkccenter.orgPrevention Support Center provides educationaloutreach and training to the Brooklyn community,including the Youth Voice program for young people ofcolor or young people within the LGBTQ community.Drop-in center and a variety of other services.

BRO OKLYN AIDS TASK FORCE,INC.

502 Bergen St. (718) 622-2910Brooklyn, NY 11217www.batf.netInfectious disease prevention and support service,providing housing for infected individuals, clinicservices, counseling, HIV testing, case managementfor people infected with AIDS, and a chemicaldependency treatment program.

BRO OKLYN LEGAL SERVIC ESCORPORATION

80 Jamaica Ave, 2nd fl. (718) 487-1300Brooklyn, NY 11207Provides support services and legal assistance tochildren and families affected by HIV/AIDS

CFPC HEALTH CE NTER – CABSCOM MUNITY HEALTH CE NTER

9498 Manhattan Ave. (718) 388-0390/91Brooklyn, NY 11206www.chnnyc.orgOffers HIV primary health care and socialservices, HIV Primary care, confidential testingand counseling, case management and familyservices.

DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER– ADULT AIDS C LINIC

470 Clarkson Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11203www.downstate.eduHealth Center (718) 270-3745Social Worker (718) 270-2005Offers support groups and other resources.Accepts Medicaid and other insurances.

GAY MEN’S HEALTH CRISIS

119 West 24th St. (212) 367-1000New York, NY 10011 (800) AIDS-NYCwww.gmhc.orgProvides workshops and programs to the generalpublic regardless of HIV status, sexual orientation,or gender. Safe and non-judgmental place forHIV-positive men and women to express theirconcerns. Additional programs and services(legal, mental health, etc.) available to registeredclients only. Free.

HEARTSHARE HUMANSERVICES OF NEW YORK

2865 19th Street (718) 372-0580Brooklyn, NY 11224www.heartshare.orgFamily-centered case management services forwomen and men residing in Brooklyn and Queenswho are HIV positive, at risk for HIV infection, orlive with AIDS, as well as their children up to age21. All clients must be Medicaid-eligible

Resources for UninsuredNew YorkersCommunity Health Care Centersprovide comprehensive and costeffective primary care and supportiveservices that promote access tohealth care. These centers accepthealth insurance and also provideservices to the uninsured on a slidingfee scale.

Check out a list of centers on theNYC Department of Health andMental Hygiene (along with otheruseful resources):

http://www.nyc.gov/html/hia/html/resources/community.shtml

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Homelessness

WHAT TO DOWHEN YOUNEED HELPWhen you visit an intakecenter, a trained socialworker will assess yourunique needs and assignyou to a shelter.

FOR FAMILIESWITHCHILDREN:PREVENT ION ASSISTANCEAND T EMPORARY HOUSING(PATH) UNIT (FORMERLY T HE“EAU” )

346 Powers Ave. (917) 521-3900(between 141st and 142nd Sts.)Bronx, NY 10455www.nyc.gov/html.dhsFamilies with children under 21 years old must go(in-person) to the Prevention Assistance andTemporary Housing (PATH) Unit, located in theBronx. Adult families with no minor children mustgo to the Adult Family Intake Center (AFIC),located in Manhattan. Both of these facilities areopen 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Subway Directions: Take thenumber 6 train to the CYPRESSAVENUE stop. When you get off thetrain you will be on 138th Streetbetween Jackson and CypressAvenues. Walk one block west toCYPRESS Avenue. Turn RIGHT onCYPRESS Avenue and walk NORTHto 141st Street. Turn RIGHT onto141st Street. Walk on 141st Streetuntil you get to POWERS Avenue.Turn Left onto POWERS Avenueand look for #346. The Path Officewill be on the RIGHT side of thestreet.

FOR ADULTFAMILIESWITH NOCHILDRENUNDER 21:ADU LT FAMILY INTA KECE NTER

400-430 29th St. (212) 481-4707/4(at 1st Avenue)New York, NY 10016www. nyc.gov/html.dhsFamilies with no children under 21 must comehere first. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Directions: Take the 6 train to28th St. station. Walk east to 1stAve. and turn left heading northto 29th St. Walk up the ramp tothe AFIC entrance. By bus, youcan take the M15 to 29th St.

FOR SINGLEINDIVIDUALS:If you do not have childrenand need shelter, youMUST first visit an intakecenter.MEN: 30T H STREET INTAKE

400-430 East 30th St. (212) 481-0771(near 1st Avenue)New York, NY 10016www.nyc.gov/html.dhs

Directions: Take 6 train to 28th St. Walk to 1st Avenueand 29th Street.

WO MEN: BRO OKLYN WO MEN’SS HELTER

116 Williams Ave. (718) 495-7874(between Liberty and Glenmore Aves.)Brooklyn, NY 11217www.nyc.gov/html.dhs

Directions: Take the A train to Liberty. Walk balkto Williams.

FOR YOUNGPEOPLE WITHNOWHERE TOGO:

COVENANT HOUSE

460 W. 41st Street. (212) 613-0300(corner of 10th Avenue)New York, NY 10036www.covenanthouse.orgDirections: Take the A/C/E train to 42nd Street. Walkto 41st Street and 10th Avenue.

SA FE HORIZON STREETWOR KPROJEC T

545 Eighth Ave., 2nd fl. (212) 695-2220(between 37th and 38th Streets)New York, NY 10018www.safehorizon.orgDirections: Take the A/C/E/2/3 to 34th Street or theN/R/Q/W to 42nd Street. Walk to 37th St. and 8th

Avenue.Drop-ins welcome. Must complete intake before2pm.

NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OFYOUT H CRISIS SHELTERS

For Youth and Women withchildren under 21:

460 W. 41st Street. (212) 613-0300(between 9th and 10th Avenues)New York, NY 10036Directions: Take the A/C/E/2/3 to 34th Street or theN/R/Q/W to 42nd Street. Walk to 41st St. and 9th

Avenue.

FOR S HELTER AVAILABILITYFOR RUNAWAY ANDHO MELESS YOUTH

Call the Nineline: 1-800-999-9999

CRISIS INT ERVENTION ANDIN FOR MATION RE FERRALHOT LINE FOR YOUTH (DYCD)

(800) 246-4646

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OTHERHELPFULHOMELESSRESOURCESHO MELESSNESS OUTREACH &PREVENTION PROJECT OFT HE URBAN JUSTIC E CENTER

Assists clients who are eitherhomeless or marginally housedwith legal problems in the areasof government benefits (such asFood Stamps, Medicaid, andcash assistance), housing, anddisability.

BRO OKLYN C LINIC:ST. JOHN’S BREAD AND LIFEPR OGRAMS, INC.

75 Lewis Ave. (718) 574-0058(between Willoughby and Hart)Brooklyn, NY 11206To partake of the food pantry services, you must bringphoto ID, proof of family size, proof of address, andproof of income.Food Pantry Services: Monday – Wednesday, 9 –11:30am (must sign in by 11am). Thursdays 9-11am(must sign in by 10:30am), Fridays for Seniors only 9-11am (must sign in by 10:30am). The office is closedand there are no food pantry services the first Friday ofeach month.Soup Kitchen Services: Monday – Friday. Breakfast:8-9:30am, Lunch 10:30am – 12:30pm.

USEFULNUMBERSCATHO LIC CHARITIES

(718) 722-6000

CITY HARVEST

(917) 351-8700

DEPARTME NT OF HO MELESSSERVICES (DHS)

212-361-8000

HUNGER HOT LINE

(866) 888-8777

NYC HUMAN RESOURCES

(877) 472-8411

PART NERSHIP FOR T HEHO MELESS

(212) 645-3444

RED CROSS (BROOKLYN)

(718) 330-9200

WIC ON FULTON STREET

(718) 774-6300

WIC SUPPLEMENTARY FOOD

(800) 522-5006

SAFE HORIZON -- THE STREETWORK PROJECTFor young people between the ages of 13-23 who are homelessThe Streetwork Project provides a number of free services, above and beyond just a roof over your head. Go toeither of their drop-in center locations for free legal, medical and psychiatric services, including:

long-term counseling hot meals parenting groupsindividual and group therapy bag lunches drop-in groupscase management showers referralsadvocacy clothing syringe exchangehelp in obtaining identification acupuncture and evenemergency and transitional housing yoga free smoothies!GED preparation and support nutritional counselinghelp in obtaining Medicaid and other benefits HIV prevention counseling

See the listing for Streetwork on the previous page for address and transportation information.

Behind on rent payments?Local Income Support Centers have adiversion team who will help clients applyfor a one-shot deal or ongoing publicassistance to pay back rent and advise allapplicants on eligibility for Jiggetts relief.Jiggetts relief assists families who are

about to be evicted to receive payments ofpart or all of their rent from their welfarecenter.To be eligible, you must meet the followingfive criteria:

1. You and your child receive publicassistance, but not as home relief. (AJiggetts counselor can explain this cateoryto you.2. Your rent is higher than your shelterallowance. (For example, a family has ashelter allowance of $286 per month, but arent of $350 per month.)3. Your rent is relatively inexpensive. (Ifyour rent is approximately double or lessthan your allowance, you should beeligible.)4. You owe back rent which partly consistsof excess rent (which is the differencebetween your actual rent and your shelterallowance).5. You have no chance to get money foryour back rent from any other source.

For more information, call the JiggettsRelief Hotline at (212) 614-5570 or theJiggetts Outreach Hotline at (212) 614-5325.

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HousingBRO OKLYN NEIGHB ORHOODIMPROVE MENT ASSOC IATION

1482 St. John’s Pl. (718)773-4116Suite 1FBrooklyn, NY 11213Provides advice, assistance and housing courtrepresentation to community members.Specializes in community landlord/tenant issues.Also has counseling for first-time home buyers aswell as assistance dealing with foreclosures.

CAMBA

885 Flatbush Ave (718) 287-0010Brooklyn, NY 11213www.camba.orgProvides housing assistance, has homelessnessprevention and intervention units, a relocation andemployment assistance program for familieswithin NYC’s shelter system and runs severalhomeless shelters. (See “Homelessness” sectionin this guide). CAMBA Legal Services providesanti-eviction legal services to families with childrenwho are eligible for Emergency Assistance tofamilies. These services will includerepresentation in Housing Court. Also runs a loanprogram for families at risk of losing their homes.The Homes of Your Own program provides acombination of tenant outreach, relocationassistance, pre and post-employment services,job placement and retention.

CITYWIDE TASK FORCE ONHOUSI NG COURTS

Locate a Task (212) 962-4795Force table in any New York CityHousing Courtwww.cwtfhc.orgThe Task Force operates a telephone hotline from2 pm to 5 pm Monday to Friday. Staff andvolunteers provide information regardingenforcement of housing code violations and otherlandlord/tenant issues at tables located in NewYork City Housing Courts. From approximately9am – 12pm, you can use the hotline to inquireabout the availability of FEMA funds for rentalassistance.

NEIGHBORS HELPINGNEIGHBORS

443 39th Street. (718) 686-7946Brooklyn, NY 11232www.nhnhome.orgEnables people with low and moderate incomes tobuild assets for their families and Brooklyncommunities by securing, improving, and owningtheir own homes and businesses. Education andcounseling services for home buyers; financialassistance, loans, education, and counseling forhome owners and landlords; and education andadvocacy for tenants.

NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSINGSERVICES (NHS) OF NYC

www.nhsnyc.orgOffers low-interest and high-risk loans to homeand building owners for emergency repairs andgeneral renovations. Also offers a range ofhomeownership education programs includinghome maintenance training, lead poisoningprevention, insurance counseling, budget andcredit counseling and foreclosure prevention help.See local centers below:

BED FORD STUYVESANT

1012 Gates Ave. (718) 919-21002nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11221

EAST FLATBUSH

2806 Church Ave. (718)469-4679Brooklyn, NY 11216

HO MEOWNERSH IP CENTER

306 W. 37th St. (718) 732-8100New York, NY 10018

USEFULNUMBERSAFF ORDABLE HOUSINGHOTLINE (BOROUGH-BY-BOROUGH APARTMENTLISTINGS)

(212) 863-5610

BRO OKLYN HOUSI NG &FAM ILY S ERVICES

(718) 435-7585

DEPARTME NT OF HO MELESSSERVICES (DHS) - - OUTR EACHSERVICES

(800) 994-6494

EV ICTION PREV ENTION /RE NDTAL ASSISTANCE(HOUS ING COURTS UNIT –HRA )

(718) 237-7024

HOUSING PRESERVATIONDEPARTMENT

(718) 802-3662

HPD APARTME NT COMPLAINTLINE

311

HPD AFFORDABLE HOUSINGHOT LINE

(212) 863-5610

HOUSING COURT

(718) 643-7528

NEW YOR K CITY HOUSINGAUTH ORITY

(212) 306-3000

GROW ING UP HEALTY

(800) 522-5006

Get help online!Here are some websites with useful information about commonhousing concerns.New York City Departmentof Housing Preservation & Developmentwww.nyc.gov/html/hpdNew York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)www.nyc.gov/html/nychaRental Assistancewww.hud.gov/local/ny/renting/assistanceprograms.cfmFannie Maewww.fanniemae.com

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HungerLOCAL SOUPKITCHENSAND FOODPANTRIES

BETHANY UNITED METHODISTCHURCH

1208 St. John’s Pl. (718)774-5689(between Albany and Troy)Brooklyn, NY 11213Tuesday 12:30pm – 2pm.

BROTHERHOOD BAPT ISTCHURCH

232 St. Mark’s Ave. (718)638-7763(between Vanderbilt andUnderhill)

and

625 Vanderbilt Ave.(between Prospect Pl. and St.Mark’s Ave.)Brooklyn, NY 11238Tuesday-Friday 11am - 1:30pm during the schoolyear.

HEBRON SDA CHURCH

1256 Dean St. (718) 778-6454(between Nostrand and NewYork)Brooklyn, NY 11216Soup Kitchen 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sunday: 12-2pmPantry 1st and 3rd Wednesday: 9:30-10:30am

MT. MORIAH CHURCH OF GODIN CHR IST

1149 Eastern Pkwy. (718) 953-4264(between Rochester and Utica)Brooklyn, NY 11213Food Pantry: Saturday, 11am-12pm

S OLID ROCK BAPT IST C HURCH

476 Gates Ave., #2 (718)387-9246(between Marcy and Thompkins)Brooklyn, NY 11216Food pantry Tuesday to Thursday 11am - 2pm.I.D. required.

SA LVATION AR MY

601 Lafayette Ave. (718)622-9020(between Nostrand and Marcy)Brooklyn, NY 11216www.salvationarmy.orgFood Pantry: Tuesday and Thursday 1:00-2:30pm – for residents of zip codes 11205, 11206,11211, 11216, 11222, 11237, 11238 only.

S HALOM SENIOR CE NTER

483 Albany Ave. (718) 774-9213(between Empire and Lefferts)Brooklyn, NY 11203Kosher food pantry: Tuesdays 2:00 – 3:00pm.

If you have a questionabout where to find afood pantry, contactthe


121 New York Ave. (718)774-98002nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11216

You can also look onlinefor a full list of foodpantries in any borough ofNew York:

www.foodbanknyc.org

Click on “Get Help.”

HOW DO I GET FOODSTAMPS?Food stamps are available monthlyto help low-income families meettheir food needs. To be eligible, afamily s income must not total tomore than 130% of the federalpoverty level (for a family of four,that means that the total incomecan not be more than $22,165) andthe family cannot have more than$2,000 in countable resources likecash, stocks, and bonds ($3,000 forfamilies with at least one memberover 60 years old). You can stillqualify if you own your home and/orcar.

To apply, you can get anapplication at the Job Center,Income Support Center, or FoodStamp Office in your neighborhood.

Near Crown Heights, you can go to:

DeKalb Job Center500 DeKalb AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11205(718) 636-2495Mon Fri, 8:30am 4:30pmIn addition to Food Stampassistance, you can also get helpwith income support and Medicaid.

Euclid404 Pine StreetBrooklyn, NY 11208(718) 827-3162Mon Fri, 8:30am 4:30pmIn addition to Food Stampassistance, you can also get helpwith income support and Medicaid.

Community Resource Handbook:If you have access to the internet,check out the Department ofHomeless Services online resourceguide with answers to many morequestions about city services.Online at:http://www.nyc.gov/html/dhs/html/atrisk/handbook.shtml

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BED FORD STUYVESANTCOM MUNITY LEGAL SERV ICESCORPORATION

1360 Fulton St. (718)773-41163rd floorBrooklyn, NY 11216Hours: Mon: 2 pm - 4:30 pm and Wed: 10 am -12:30 pm. Assists low-income individuals in theBedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights areas ofBrooklyn with issues in housing, social security,SSI, ACS, and unemployment. Must call the officeto schedule a telephone interview. Languagesspoken include Egnlish, Haitian Creole andSpanish.

BRO OKLYN BAR ASSOC IATIONVOLUNTEER LAWYERSPR OJEC T, INC.

123 Remsen St. (718) 624-3894Brooklyn, NY 11201http://brooklynbar.org/vlpOffers free legal assistance to financially eligiblelow-income residents of Brooklyn. The Programfocuses its work on family law, wills/estates andconsumer law, and primarily serves women withchildren, seniors, people with HIV/AIDS, andsurvivors of domestic violence.

CAMBA LEGAL SERVICES

885 Flatbush Ave. (718)287-0010Brooklyn, NY 11226www.camba.orgProvides an array of legal services including anti-eviction legal services to families with childrenwho are eligible for Emergency Assistance.Provides legal assistance to HIV/AIDS infectedindividuals in the areas of housing andimmigration. Also provides immigration counselingto 500 individuals yearly on such issues as familysponsorship, naturalization and asylumapplications, battered-spouse petitions, and othermatters.

CARIBBEAN WOMEN’S HEALTHASSOCIATION, INC.

Caledonia Complex, 4th floor100 Parkside Ave. (718)826-2942Brooklyn, NY 11226

www.cwha.orgProvides legal assistance in several areas,including immigration, deportation, removalproceedings, political/refugee asylum, statusadjustment, self-petitions/battered spouse andcitizenship.

CITY BAR FUND – S HIE LD

42 W. 44th St. (212)626-7383New York, NY 10036www.lawhelp.org/nyThis hotline provides simple legal advice over thephone on civil legal issues such as family law,divorce, landlord/tenant disputes, and consumerlaw problems. This service is specifically for lowincome city residents and eligibility for this serviceis based on income.

LEGA L AID S OCIETY,BRO OKLYN NEIGHB ORHOODOF FICE

166 Montague St. (718) 722-3100Brooklyn, NY 11201www.legal-aid.orgAreas of practice include Family Law (divorce,domestic violence, custody, child support, fostercare, permanency planning, adoption andguardianship), Housing and AIDS representation(one paralegal offers a variety of services for HIV-and AIDS-infected persons, including permanencyplanning, advance medical directives, wills, stand-by guardianships and adoption proceedings).

NEW YOR K CITY COM MIS SIONON HU MAN RIGHTS –BRO OKLYN COM MUNITYSERV ICE CENTER

275 Livingston St. (718) 722-31302nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11217www.nyc.gov/html/cchrThe center conducts many educational andintervention programs that target specific issues orpopulations, such as discrimination in employment,housing, and immigration.

NEW YOR K LEGALASSISTANCE GROUP

450 West 33rd St. (212 )613-500011th floorNew York, NY 10001www.nylag.orgFree legal assistance to New York's most at-risk,low income populations, including the elderly,immigrants, victims of domestic violence, children

with special needs, people with HIV/AIDS,survivors and families affected by theWorld Trade Center Attack, holocaust survivorsand others in need of legal help.

MEDGAR EVERS C OLLEGEIMMIGRATION CE NTER AT T HECE NTER FOR LAW AND SOCIALJUSTICE

Medgar Evers College1150 Carroll St. (718) 270-6297Room #P2Brooklyn, NY 11225www.mec.cuny.eduProvides free legal immigration services inaddition to free naturalization training and a seriesof workshops to assist immigrants. All servicesincluding language translation, are free. Call forhours.

COURTTELEPHONENUMBERSKINGS COUNTY (BROOKLYN)

Civil Court (718) 643-5069Criminal Court (718) 643-3909Family Court (347) 401-9600Housing Court (718) 643-7916Supreme Court (347) 296-1800

MAN HATTAN COUNTY

Civil Court (646) 386-5730Criminal Court (646) 386-4500Family Court (646) 386-5200Housing Court (646) 386-5500Supreme Court (646) 386-3600

Do you have generallegal questions?

You can find the answer tomany legal questions at

www.lawhelp.org/ny

Topics include:

à Housingà Family & Juvenileà Immigrationà Educationà Disabilityà Life Planningà Public Benefitsà Consumerà Workers Rightsà Healthà Taxesà Individual Rights

En español tambien!

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IMMIGRATIONTELEPHONENUMBERS

A MERICAN AS IAN LEGALDE FENSE AND ED UCATIONFUND

(212) 966-5932

CAMBA

(718) 287-0010


(718) 826-2942

CATHO LIC MIGRATION OF FICEAND RESOURCES

(718) 236-3000

CE NTRAL A MERICAN LEGALASSISTANCE

(718) 486-6800

HEBREW IMMIGRANT A IDSOCIETY

(212) 216-7697

IMMIGRANT DE FENSEPROJEC T

(212) 898-4132

NEW YORK IMMIGRAT IONHOT LINE

(800) 566-7636

NYA NA (NEW YOR K ALLIANC EFOR NEW AMERICANS)

(212) 425-5051

NYLAG (NEW YORK LEGALASSISTANCE GROUP)

(212) 613-5000

CITY BAR JUSTICE CE NTERLEGAL HOT LINE

(212) 626-7383

U.S. CITIZENSHIP ANDIM MIGRATION SERVICES(F ORMER LY INS)

(800) 375-5283

OTHERHELPFULLEGALRESOURCESTHE LEGAL AIDSOCIETY(888) 218-6947

Multiple locations in the 5boroughs. For furtherinformation, check out:http://www.legal-aid.org/community/

This agency provides free legalservices to qualifies individualclients often involving children,seniors, persons with disabilities,survivors of domestic violence,immigrants, uninsured families andindividuals, persons moving fromwelfare to work, homeless childrenand families, persons withHIV/AIDS and persons with mentalillness. There is also a criminaldefense division to represent thosecharged with crimes. See thefollowing numbers for specificlegal issues:

DOMESTICVIOLENCE HELPBED FORD-ST UYVESANTCOM MUNITY LEGAL SERV ICESCORPORATION

(718) 636-1155

BRO OKLYN BAR ASSOC IATIONVOLUNTEER LAWYERSPR OJEC T, INC. – BATTEREDWO MEN’S LEGAL HELPLINE

(718) 624-770024-hour-a-day helpline. Leave a message any time;someone will call back within 24 hours.


(718) 826-2942

DAY ONE (FOR MER LY BREAKTHE CYCLE NY)

(800) 214-4150

DWA FANM, J ISTIS POU FAN M

(718) 230-4027

GOOD SHEP HERD SERVIC ESSA FE HO MES PROJECT

(718) 499-2151

IN MOTION, INC.

(212) 695-3800Call Thursdays 10am – 4pm.

NYC DEPT FOR THE A GINGE LDERLY CRIME V ICTIMSRESOURCE CE NTER

(212) 442-3103

NEW YOR K LEGALASSISTANCE GROUP

(212) 750-0800Call Tuesday and Friday 9am – 3pm.

SA FE HORIZON BR OOKLYNCHILD ADVOCACY CENTER

(718) 330-5400

BRO OKLYN NEIGHB ORHOODOF FICE

(718) 722-3100

BRO OKLYN OF FICE FOR T HEAGING

(718) 645-3111

CRIMINAL DE FENSE D IVISION

(718) 237-2000

EMPLOYMENT LAW

(888) 218-6974

JUVENILE RIGHTS

(718) 722-3100

HEALTH LAW

(212) 577-3575

HO MELESS R IGHTS

(718) 722-3100

IMMIGRATION

(212) 577-3300

UNCO NTES TED DIVORCE

(718) 722-3100

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SA FE HORIZON D OMESTICVIOLENCE PO LICE PR OGRA MAND EMER GENCY TRANSFERPR OGRAM

(212) 577-3220Call Monday-Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm.

SA NCTUARY FOR FAMILIES

(212) 349-6810Call Monday-Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm.

SOUTH BROOKLYN LEGALSERVICES

(718) 237-5500www.sbls.org

LEGAL SERVICESFOR FAMILIESAND YOUTHADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN

(212) 947-9779Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30am – 1:00pm

ASSOCIATION FOR THE HELPOF RETARDED CHILDREN

(212) 780-2586

COUNC IL ON ADO PTABLECHILDRE N

(212) 475-0222

COVENANT HOUSE

(212) 330-0541

THE DOOR

(212) 941-9090 x 3280

FAM ILY CE NTER

(212) 766-4522

LEGA L SERVIC ES FORCHILDREN, INC.

(212) 683-7999

What to do if your child runs away from home:While some children run across city or state lines, statistics say that mostchildren stay in the same general area that they live in. Some go only asfar as a friend or relative. Wherever your child has gone, there are certainsteps that are necessary not only for a safe return, but also to protect bothyour child s rights and your own.

> Notify the police and file a missing persons report. Keep records of alldetails of the investigation and stay in touch with authorities while your child ismissing.

> Tell others that your child is missing. Let them know that you are concernedand ask for their help and support. Posters can help if your child is still in the areaor contact the news desk of your local television station or newspaper.

> Check any records that may give clues about your child s whereabouts.Look at phone bills, email activity, pager records, credit card activity, bus or airlinedockets, bank statements, and employment records.

> Visit your child s school. Talk to the administration, security, teachers, orcounselor for any information that might be useful.

> Install Caller ID or other tracing methods, if possible.

> Contact hotlines for parents of missing children. If you think your child wasabducted or you need assistance in distributing posters nationwide, you can callthe National Runaway Switchboard at 1-800-RUNAWAY for assistance withnational and local referrals.

> Take care of yourself and your other children. This is a difficult time and youdon t have to deal with it alone. Turn to people you know and trust for support.

Safe Homes ProjectA program of Good Shepherd Services

The Safe Homes Project offers FREE and confidentialservices to survivors of domestic violence, including LGBTQsurvivors, and their children. Services include counseling,safety planning, support groups, legal advocacy, andemergency shelter. All services offered in English andSpanish. For assistance, call the HOTLINE at (718) 499-2151.

SHP also provides workshops about domestic violence to avariety of professional and community groups. To schedule aworkshop, call (718) 788-6947.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE is apattern of behaviors and tactics usedby one partner in an intimaterelationship to maintain control andpower over the other partner. Abusecan be physical, verbal, emotional,financial, and/or sexual, and usuallyincreases in frequency or severityover time.

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Mediationand DisputeResolutionWHAT ISMEDIATION?Mediation is a structured,confidential, and voluntaryprocess that helps peopleunderstand each other,make agreements aboutfuture conduct, andimprove relationships.

CRO WN HEIGHTS COMMUNITYMEDIATION CENTER

262 Kingston Ave. (718)773-6886Brooklyn, NY 11213The Mediation Center is a safe and neutral placewhere young people and adults from the communitycan come to express concerns, settle disputes, andwork together to achieve common goals. TheMediation Center runs family mediations, peermediations programs, youth court and conflictresolution programs; offers resources, referrals, andworkshops; and coordinates immigration and familylaw assistance. CHCMC offers fee-for-serviceprofessional development programs to schools, faith-based institutions, community-based organizations,and government agencies.

CE NTER FOR MEDIATION ANDTRAINING

111 West 90th St. (212) 799-4302New York, NY 10024www.divorcemediation.comAccepts clients from all five boroughs. With the help ofa mediator, couples negotiate their own settlement andlearn the techniques for resolving future differences.

COM MUNITY MED IATIONSERV ICES, INC.

Queens Mediation Network89-64 163rd St. (718) 523-6868x268

Jamaica, NY 11432www.adr-cms.orgRelationship building and mediation are the methodswe use in order to resolve conflict resolution betweenneighbors, landlords and tenants, family members,divorces, and various members of the community

CUNY DISPUTE RE SOLUTIONCONS ORTIUM

John Jay College of CriminalJustice, Suite 520899 Tenth Ave. (212) 237-8692New York, NY 10019http://johnjay.jjay.cuny.edu/disputeA university based academic center which serves as acomprehensive coordinating mechanism to advanceresearch and innovative program developmentthroughout the New York City metropolitan area. Callfor more information about becoming a certifiedmediator

LEGA L REFERRAL SERV ICESOF THE NEW YOR K CITY BARASSOCIATION

42 W. 44th St. (212) 626-7373New York, NY 10036www.nycbar.org/LRS/index.htmTo find an ADR program or provider in themetropolitan area, call the number above and describeyour dispute. You will provide with a choice of disputeresolution programs, as well as the names of attorneysexperienced in the area of law involved in the dispute.

SA FE HORIZON MED IATIONPR OGRAM – BRO OKLYNMEDIATION CENTER

210 Joralemon St. (718)834-6671Room 618Brooklyn, NY 11205www.safehorizon.org/mediationThe mediation program helps participating partiesgenerate solutions and then resolve disputes insteadof entering into lengthy and expensive courtprocesses. The mediator, an impartial third party,assists participants in finding their own solutions.Mediation helps to prevent the escalation of disputesinto violent assaults, offers more immediate solutionsthan the court process allows, and decreases thenumber of cases in the family and criminal courts.

For more information about

mediation in general, visit the

Association for Conflict

Resolution, Greater New York

Chapter at:www.acrgny.org.

What can I do when Iget angry?

Tips for de-escalating aconflict:

1. Take a deep breath andcount to ten. Give yourself amoment to clear your head ofthe problem.

2. Ask yourself, Is this worth it?Evaluate whether or not youwant to get upset over theproblem at hand maybe it snot worth your emotionalenergy.

3. Open your ears try to listen towhat the other person is tellingyou. Once you understand theirperspective, you ll be betterable to resolve the issue at hand.

4. Try to keep a calm tone ofvoice yelling only makes thesituation worse, but a calm toneand neutral language let theother person know that you reready to resolve the problem.

5. Be aware of your bodylanguage you may be sendingsignals that you re not aware of:rolling your eyes, for example, willdefinitely escalate the problem.A calm face and body,however, will help bring positivecommunication and hopefully aresolution.

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MentalHealthResourcesLIFENET24-hour Mental Health& Substance AbuseLine(800) 543-3638 (English)(877) 298-3373 (Español)

BRO OKLYN PSYCHIATRICCE NTERS, INC.

189 Montague St. (718) 875-5625Suite 418Brooklyn, NY 11201www.bpcinc.orgServices for children, adults, and seniors. Fiveoutpatient mental health clinics provide a fullrange of mental health services, includingindividual, group and family therapy.

CARIBBEAN C OMMUNITYMENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM

Kingsbrook Medical Center585 Schenectady Ave. (718)604-5441Brooklyn, NY 11203www.kingsbrook.orgA program specifically designed to fit the needs ofthe Caribbean immigrant population. The CCMHProgram includes an outpatient mental healthclinic. Serves children 6 and older, families, andindividual adults. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare.

COM MUNITY C OUNSELINGAND MEDIATION

810 Classon Ave. (718) 230-5100Brooklyn, NY 11238www.ccm.nyc.orgMental Health Counseling for youth, parents,recovering substance abusers, families affectedby substance abuse, HIV/AIDS infected andaffected individuals, juvenile offenders, sexual anddomestic abuse victims, and the learningdisabled. Accepts HIP, AmeriChoice, Medicaid, or$30 a session.

COM MUNITY HEALTHCARENETWORK

230 Broadway (718) 387-75063rd floorBrooklyn, NY 11211www.chnnyc.orgProvides both individual and group mental healthtreatment services and has trained social workerson the clinical team who provide comprehensivepsycho-social services to identify and address andclient’s needs. Services available in Spanish,French, German, Hebrew, and Haitian Creole anddaytime and evening sessions are available.CHN specializes in providing therapy aroundissues such as HIV/AIDS, depression, sexualabuse, domestic violence, and substance abuse.

EAST NEW YORK DIAGNOST ICAND TREA TME NT CE NTER

2094 Pitkin Ave. (718) 240-0400Brooklyn, NY 11207www.nyc.gov/html/hhcHas a full range of outpatient mental healthservices for children and adults. Adults receiveindividual and group therapy. Family therapy isalso available for children, their parents andfamilies. Walk-ins are welcome. If no insurance,income is assessed for sliding scale fees ($20-$60).

INSTIT UTE FOR COM MUNITYLIV ING

2581 Atlantic Ave. (718)290-8100x141Brooklyn, NY 11207www.iclinc.netOffers supportive services for distressed children,adolescents, and families. Mental health clinicservices provide family, individual, and grouptreatment. Specialized residential programs helpfamilies reunite and resume healthy lives in thecommunity.

INTERBOROUGHDEVE LOPME NT &CONS ULTATION CENTER, INC.

887 E. New York Ave. (718) 778-0485Brooklyn, NY 11203Hours: Mon-Thurs 9 am - 9 pm, Fri, Sun 10 am -6pm. A unique, culturally sensitive organizationserving the African-American, Caribbean andHasidic population as well as other ethnic groups.Therapists provide individual, group, couples andfamily therapy, psychiatric and psychological

services for ages 4 and up. The multi-cultural staffspecialize in the treatment of children andfamilies, rape and incest survivors, and domesticviolence. They provide services for victims,families and perpetrators. Most insuranceaccepted, including Medicaid. A sliding scale isavailable. Intake is $70.00.

JEW ISH B OARD OF FAMILYAND CHI LDREN’S SERVICE S

120 W. 57th Street (888) JBFCS-NYBrooklyn, NY 10019www.jbfcs.orgMultiple locations with multiple programs in Brooklyn,including Adult Mentally Ill programs, AIDS services,bereavement Counseling, Child Development andLearning, Children Day & Residential TreatmentCenters, Court programs, and Community CounselingCenters. Call for more information and specificprogram locations.

KINGS COUNTY HOSPITALCE NTER

451 Clarkson Ave. (718)245-3131Brooklyn, NY 11203www.nyc.gov/html/hhcProvides a complete range of mental health andaddictive disease services, including: EmergencyServices, Mobile-Crisis Unit (718-245-2350),which makes home visits; Adult Outpatient Dept.(718-245-2700) and the Continuing DayTreatment Program (718-245-4954), for adultswho need an intensive, supportive environment.

MENTAL HEALTH PROJECT OFT HE URBAN JUSTIC E CENTER

Provides free legal and social work services tolow-income people with psychiatric disabilities inNew York City. The Mental Health Project canhelp with stopping evictions/housing court, foodstamps, Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care,Public Assistance, Welfare, and WeCARE, SocialSecurity hearings, discharge planning forpsychiatric patients, referrals to mental healthservices, and applications for case management.

For help with medical insurance:(646) 602-5675

For help with discharge planning:(646) 602-5688

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For help with Social Security:(646) 4559-3076

To speak directly with a MHPadvocate, call the toll-freehotline Thursdays, 3pm – 5pm:(877) MHPLAW1

MFY LEGAL SERV ICES, INC. –MENTAL HEALTH LAWPROJEC T

299 Broadway (718) 417-3700Brooklyn, NY 10007www.mfy.orgProvides advocacy services, includingconsultation and direct representation to thementally ill with eviction prevention, obtaining andpreserving government benefits such as SSI,Medicaid and food stamps, etc.

NATI ONA L ALLIANC E FOR THEMENTAL LY ILL

505 Eighth Ave. (718) 735-8587Suite 1103Brooklyn, NY 10018www.naminycmetro.netHelpline: 12pm – 7pmOffers monthly meetings, advocacy services andsupport groups, and engages in legislativeinitiatives. Available to those who suffer or havefamily members suffering from neurobiologicaldisorders: primarily schizophrenia; bipolardisorder (manic-depression); depression; panicand anxiety disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorders; multiple diagnoses,including mentally ill, chemically addicted (MICA)consumers; and borderline personality disorders.

OHE L CHILDREN’S HOME &FAM ILY S ERVICES

4510 16th Ave. (718) 851-6300Brooklyn, NY 11204Trained counselors and case managers helpfamilies in crisis to cope and alleviate stress andcrisis. More extensive rehabilitative programsavailable for the severely mentally ill.

PARTNERSHIP WITHCHILDRE N

50 Court St., Ste 1011 (718) 875-9030Brooklyn, NY 11201Provides long-term individual, family and groupcounseling and therapy for teenagers and their

parents. Provides two major types of service:individual and family counseling sessions on along-term basis, and periodic group counseling ingroups of 8-10 people for an extended period (10-14 weeks). The majority of referrals come fromthe Court; they also take referrals from schools,community organizations, ACS, CAS, probationoffices, teenagers, and their parents. All programsare free.

PA UL J . COOPER CENTER FORHU MAN SERV ICES, INC.

887A E. New York (718) 467-6441Brooklyn, NY 11203www.pauljcooper.comProvides out-patient mental health counseling forchildren, adolescents and adult psychologicaltesting and evaluation, as well as familycounseling and group therapy support groups.Accepts Medicaid, HMO, sliding scale.

UNITED FAMILIESPREVENTIVE PROGRAM

Edwin Gould Services forChildren and Families407 Sterling Pl. (718) 399-1611Brooklyn, NY 11238Preventive program for children and families atrisk. Families receive free services, includingindividual, family, and group counseling andparenting classes. In addition, the program offersa food and clothing pantry, a youth leadershipacademy, and socialization and academicenrichment programs. Families receive trainingand support designed for families with childrenwith special needs. On-going workshops includestress management, anger management,employment preparation, and father-childrelationships in Spanish and Creole. All familiesreceive home visits and transportation is provided.

ST. V INCE NT’S MENTA LHEALTH SERVICES

333 Atlantic Ave. (718) 522-6011Brooklyn, NY 11201www.svs.org/mental-health.phpOperates full service mental health clinic,including a chemical dependency program. Mustcall intake at telephone number above beforegoing to center.

Women and HIV/AIDS –Information forProtecting Yourself

Did you know?

+ Early in the epidemic, 10% ofNew Yorkers with HIV werewomen.Today, 1 in 3 New Yorkers withHIV is a woman.

+ Most women used to becomeinfected by injecting drugs.Today, most women areinfected by an HIV-positiveman.

+ Most New York City womenwith HIV (almost 90%) areAfrican-American or Hispanic.Unprotected sex is riskier forwomen than men.

+ Every woman living with HIVcan get good health care,regardless of ability to pay orimmigration status.Help is available.

How to get help:

1. Protect yourself: always uselatex or polyurethane condoms(which prevent pregnancy andprotect against HIV).

2. Know your HIV status: gettested. You can get an HIV testfrom your regular doctor. Free,confidential or anonymous testingand treatment for STDs, includingHIV tests with results in less thanan hour, are available at STDclinics in all 5 boroughs.Call 311 for information. Peopleunder age 18 do not needparental consent for STD and HIVtesting, counseling, or treatment.Women do not need consent froma partner.

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CE NTER FOR EMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITIES (CEO)

32 Broadway, 15th fl (212) 422-4430Brooklyn, NY 10004www.ceoworks.orgProvides job readiness and placement services tomen and women returning from prison to NewYork City and others under communitysupervision. Their signature work experienceprogram - the Neighborhood Work Project (NWP)- provides immediate, paid, short-termemployment and serves as an "employment lab,"preparing participants with the essential skills torejoin the workforce and restart their lives.

DEVE LOPING JUS TICEPR OGRAM (F IFTH AVE NUECOMMITTEE)

621 Degraw St. (718) 237-2017x147Brooklyn, NY 11217www.fifthave.orgDeveloping Justice provides walk-in support toindividuals on parole, probation, or who have apending criminal case, and also provides servicesto those who are presently incarcerated butnearing release and organizes regular CommunityJustice Workshops on a range of topics aimed atfamily members with loved ones in prison. Ouroverarching mission is to empower individuals asthey re-integrate into the community and theirfamily members by assisting with some of theirmost basic needs: meaningful and permanentemployment, education and skills development,affordable housing and knowledge of one's rights.

EX ODUS TRANSITI ONALCO MMUNITY

161 East 104th St. (917)492-0990New York, NY 10029www.etcny.orgProvides supportive services to men and womenwho are in transition from incarceration to fullreintegration into their communities. Offersemployment, mentoring, substance abuse,aggression amanagement and youth services.

GIRLS RE-ENTRY ASSIS TANCESUPPORT PROJECT (GRASP)

King’s County District Attorney350 Jay St. (718) 250-3804Brooklyn, NY 11201http://www.brooklynda.org/Grasp/Grasp.htm

Girls re-entry assistance support 13-18 years old whoare returning to Brooklyn or Staten Island with out apattern of violent felony offenses or major psychiatricillnesses. Includes mentoring, case management,gender specific programming, anger management andconflict resolution, education support, career readinessand job placement.

READY, WILLING, AND ABLE

520 Gates Ave. (718) 622-0634/7Brooklyn, NY 11216www.doe.orgResidential, work and job skills training program whichempowers, employs and supports homelessindividuals in their efforts to become self-sufficient,contributing members of society. The program targetssingle, able-bodied adults, the majority of whom havehistories of incarceration and substance abuse. Criteriafor acceptance into the program is that the applicant beready, willing and able, both physically and mentally, towork and maintain a drug-free lifestyle.

T HE FORT UNE S OCIETY

53 W. 23rd St., 8th fl. (212) 691–7554New York, NY 10010www.fortunesociety.orgOffers a variety of services to formerlyincarcerated individuals, including CounselingServices, Education, Career Development,Alternatives To Incarceration, Substance AbuseTreatment, Health Services, Peer Education,Family Services, Housing, Drop-in Services,Recreation/Food, and Aftercare Services.

T HE OSBORNE AS SOCIATION

36-31 38th St. (718) 707-2600Long Island City, NY 11001www.osborneny.orgBrooklyn office:125 Remsen St., 8th fl. (718)637-6560Brooklyn, NY 11201Operates a broad range of treatment, educational,and vocational services for people involved in theadult criminal and juvenile justice systems,including prisoners and former prisoners, theirchildren, and other family members. Includesprison, re-entry, family, treatment, prevention,court advocacy, and employment and trainingservices. The Osborne Association runs differentprograms from different sites in the 5 boroughs,so it is best to call first to find out where to go.The Brooklyn office offers Assigned CounselServices, Family Works, Family Resource Center,Family Ties, and Risk Reduction Services.

USEFULNUMBERSAIDS IN PRISONPROJECTA COLLECT HOTLINE FOR NEWYOR K STATE PRISONERS

(718) 378-7022

FAMILY RESOURCECENTERA TOLL-FREE INFORMAT IONHOT LINE FOR NEW YORKSTATE PRISON FAMILIES

(800) 344-3314

LEGALREPRESENTATIONBRO NX DEFE NDERS

(718) 838-7878HAR LEM NEIGHBOR HOODDE FENDER ASSOC IATION

(212) 876-5500 x 118

Looking for a job andhave a criminal record?

Call theNational HIRE Network

for some assistance.

212-243-1313

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SeniorServicesUSEFULNUMBERSCROWN HEIGHTSMEALS-ON-WHEELS

(718) 363-9833

E LDER ABUSE / PROTECTIVESERV ICES (HRA HOTLINE)

(877) 472-8411

ELDER CRIME VICTI MSRESOURCE CE NTER

(212) 442-3103

LEGA L AID OF FICE FOR T HEAGING

(718) 645-3111

STANLEY ISAACSMEALS-O N-WHEELS CENTER

(212) 348-4344

MEDICARE – EMPIR E BLUECROSS / BLUE S HIE LD

(212) 476-1000

NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OFTHE AGING

(800) 342-9871

SENIOR CITIZENS RE NTINCREASE EX EMPTIONPR OGRAM (SCRIE)

(212) 442-1000

SENIOR CITIZEN UNIT

(718) 250-2241

SENIOR ASSISTANC E –DEPARTMENT OF THE AGING

(212) 442-1000

WEATHERIZATION REFERRA L& PACKAGING PR OGRA M

(212) 442-3055

SECTI ON 202 SUPPORTIVEHOUSI NG FOR T HE E LDERLY

This city program provides very low-incomeelderly with options that allow them to liveindependently but in an environment that providessupport activities such as cleaning, cooking,transportation, etc.

Berean Gardens1481 St. Marks Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11213(718) 498-2960

Brooklyn Home for the Aged243 Kingston Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11213(718) 756-1937

David Chavis Apartments230 Kingston Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11213(718) 493-5200

SENIOR CENTERS

Albany Ave. Senior Center196 Albany Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11213(718) 773-3722

Hugh Gilroy Senior Center447 Kingsboro 4th Walk, 2nd fl.Brooklyn, NY 11223(718) 756-8400

Parkway Stuyvesant SeniorActive Mind Program77 New York Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11216(718) 604-1948

St. Louis Senior Center230 Kingston Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11213(718) 771-7945

SENIOR EMPLOYMENTOPPOR TUNITIES

ReServe150 Court St. (718) 923-14002nd floorBrooklyn, NY 11201www.reserveinc.orgStipend- paying opportunities for older adults

BED FORD HEIGHTS SOCIALSECURITY AD MINIS TRATION

350 Troy Ave. (718) 773-6438Brooklyn, NY 11213 (800) 772-1213www.ssa.govProvides assistance with social security and Medicaidcard replacements, personal earnings, and benefitestimate statements, SSI benefits retirements orsurvivor benefits, Medicare payments and more.

BRO OKLYN OF FICE FOR T HEAGING

111 Livingston St. (718) 645-3111Brooklyn, NY 11201Serves senior citizens 60 years and over who livein Brooklyn. Assists with housing, tenant’s rights,government benefits (public assistance, foodstamps, social security, SSI, Medicaid, homecare, Medicare and veterans benefits), rights ofthose in congregate care facilities (hospitals,nursing homes and adult homes), family law(elder abuse, grandparent custody and visitation,defense of Article 81 guardianship proceedings),consumer, utilities and misc. (includingforeclosures, advance directives and wills). Bytelephone appointment only; call every other Monstarting at 10am until all appointment slots arefilled. Home visits available for those physicallyunable to travel.

BRO OKLYN A LZHEIMER’SDISEASE ASSISTANCE CENTER(BADAC) AT SUNYDOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER

370 Lenox Rd. (718) 287-4806Brooklyn, NY 11226Provides comprehensive assessments, socialservice evaluations, and management ofbehavioral problems. Accepts Medicaid,Medicare, and most third-party reimbursements.

Connected to the internet?Click on the

New York CityDepartmentfor the Aging

website for moreinformation:

www.nyc.gov/html/dfta

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ALCOHOLABUSE HELPFOR ABUSERSAND FAMILIESADULT CHILDREN OFALCOHOLICS

www.adultchildren.orgALCOHOLISM COUNCILHEL PLINE

(800) 56-SOBERALCOHOLICS ANONY MOUS( INTERGR OUP)

(212) 647-1680ALCOHOLICS ANONY MOUS(BROOKLYN INTERGR OUP)

(718) 339-4777AL-ANO N (FOR FAMILIES OFABUSERS)

(212) 941-0094AL-ANON (ESPAÑOL)

(800) 939-2770 / (212) 941-0094ALATEE N AND ALA-PREEENT(F OR TEENS 9 -19 YEARS)

(212) 941-0094S MART RECOVERY

(212) 929-6107

DRUG ABUSEHELP FORABUSERS ANDFAMILIESCO-A NON FAMILY GROUPS(F OR FAMILIES OF COCAINEUSERS)

(800) 898-9985COCA INE A NONYM OUS

(800) 347-8998

DRU G ABUSE INFO LINE

(800) 522-5353FAM ILIES A NONYMOUS

(800) 736-9805MARI JUANA ADDICTSANONYMOUS

(212) 459-4423NY AREA NAR-ANON

(800) 477-6291NARC OTICS A NONYMOUS(NYC)

(212) 929-6262P ILLS A NONYMOUS

(212) 874-0700

TREATMENT ANDREHABILITATIONSERVICESANCHOR HOUSE

1041 Bergen St. (718) 771-0760Brooklyn, NY 11216Long-term (18-month) inpatient drug and alcoholtreatment program that provides counseling andresidential housing. For public assistance, call toschedule an interview.

Anchor House Men’s Facility1041 Bergen St. (718) 771-0760Brooklyn, NY 11216

Anchor House Women’s Facility –two locations:

604 East 40th St.Brooklyn, NY 11203

ADDICT ION RESEARCH ANDTREATME NT CORP.

22 Chapel St. (718) 260-2932Brooklyn, NY 11201www.artcny.org

BED FORD-ST UYVESANTALCHO LISM TREATMENTCE NTER

722 Myrtle Ave. (718) 636-4200Brooklyn, NY 11205Minimum length of treatment is 4 months withadditional months added based on the referralagreement and patient’s progress. Day andevening programs are available, as well ascounseling and medical services. Must have someform of insurance and public assistance.

BROOKLYN HOSPITALPARKSIDE DE PENDE NCYTREATMENT PR OGRAM

121 DeKalb Ave., 9th fl. (718) 250-8900Brooklyn, NY 11201www.tbh.orgOpen 24 hours a day. A 3-6 day detoxificationprogram for current alcohol and substanceabusers who are over the age of 18 with medicalcoverage. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare and someinsurance and managed care providers. Theprogram is strictly for patients who choose toadmit themselves to detoxification and it provides3-6 intensive days of medical treatment,counseling and rehab planning. Followingdetoxification, patients are referred to in-patient oroutpatient rehabilitation services.

FLATB USH HAIT IAN CE NTER,INC – FAMILYRE HABILITATION PROGRAM

123 Linden Blvd. (718) 693-57002nd floor, Suite 200Brooklyn, NY 11226www.flatbushhc.orgPrimary goals & objectives of program are toprotect children, prevent family breakup, provideadequate support and services to familymembers, prevent foster care placement, improveparenting skills, reunite and strengthen families.Targets the Brooklyn Caribbean-Americanpopulation. Provides services to families withchildren under 18 years of age who reside inCommunity Districts 9, 14, 15, 17 and 18. Free.

Provides counseling, substance abusetreatment, methadone services, HIV/AIDSservices, vocational services. Medicaid andinsurance accepted.

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INTERFAITH MEDICA L CENTER

1545 Atlantic Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11213(718) 613-4330 /(718) 613-4185 (intake)www.interfaithmedical.comSubstance abuse treatment, Detoxification (noinsurance required), Methadone/LAAMDetoxification. Provides 28-day rehabilitation unit(no methadone maintenance and client must haveinsurance). Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, andprivate health insurance.

JEW ISH B OARD OF FAMILYAND CHI LDREN’S SERVICE S

57 Willoughby St. (718) 858-0808Brooklyn, NY 11201www.website.comOffers community-based programs, residentialfacilities, and day-treatment centers for substanceabuse.

KINGS COUNTY HOSPITAL

Polydrug Clinic (718) 245-2651/2600 Albany Ave. , Building KBrooklyn, NY 11203Outpatient substance abuse treatment withspecial programs for criminal justice clients.Acupuncture also provided. Special languageservices. Aceepts Medicaid, Medicare, andprivate health insurance. Sliding fee scale isavailable.

Family Youth Center604 Winthrop St., Building F, 5th flBrooklyn, NY 11203(718) 245-2541(718) 245-2542 (intake)Offers component substance abuse treatment foradolescents 17-19 years old. Accepts Medicaid,private insurance and offers a sliding scale feebased on income and other factors. Programincludes working toward GED while obtainingindividual, family and group counseling.

NEW DIRECTI ONS

202-206 Flabush Ave. (718) 398-0800Brooklyn, NY 11207www.newdirectionsbrooklyn.comThe program, consisting of individual, group andfamily treatment, is a minimum of six months to amaximum of two years, based on the needs of theindividual. Accepts Medicaid, Insurance andSliding Scale.

NORT H CROWN HEIGHTSFAM ILY OUTREAC H CENTER

666 Franklin Ave. (718) 230-8600Brooklyn, NY 11238Intensive level component involves 3 hourparticipation up to 5 times per week. Clinic levelcomponent involves 1 ½ hour sessions. Extensivearray of linkages to child care, employment,mental health and other services.

PA LLAD IA

2006 Madison AvenueNew York, NY 10035(212-979-8800 /(718) 583-5399 (intake)www.palladiainc.orgProvides a range of services in its outpatient andresidential programs: domestic violence andtrauma treatment, HIV/AIDS services, primarycare, alternative criminal justice rehabilitation,vocational training and placement, familyreunification, and supported permanent housing.

PA UL J . COOPER CENTER FORHU MAN SERVICES

519 Rockaway Ave. (718) 346-5900Brooklyn, NY 11212An outpatient, medically-supervised chemicaldependency treatment program, this centerservices men and women over the age of 18.Groups and individual counseling sessionsavailable for people that are having a problemwith alcohol or any other drug. Accepts Medicaidor self-pay on a sliding scale. Also have aNYSMV-approved DWI program. Hours oftreatment structured on an individual basis.

P HOE NIX HOUSE FOUNDAT ION

174 Prospect Pl.Brooklyn, NY 12203(718) 789-4616 (Adult admissions) /(212) 595-5810 x 7780 (Teenadmissions)www.phoenixhouse.orgOffers 12-14 month in-patient treatment and out-patient treatment for teens only. Separateprograms for men (20 and older), adolescents(younger than 17), and women.

SERENDIPITY I I FOR WO MEN

New York TherapeuticCommunities, Inc.944 Bedford Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11238(718) 802-0572A residential program primarily for women whohave been in the criminal justice system and havea substance abuse problem. Services includegroup and individual counseling; connections tothe Women’s Prison Association, NarcoticsAnonymous, and Alcoholics Anonymous; accessto medical services; assistance establishingcontact with family and children; and parentingskills classes. Vocational counselors areavailable to prepare clients for re-entry into the jobmarket and graduates receive bi-weekly aftercaresessions once they have finished their programs.

Want to stop smoking?

Coney Island HospitalSmoking Cessation Program(718) 616-5039Individual counseling and support groups, freemedications.

Downstate Medical Center(718) 270-7673/88465-week program. Open to everyone. Free nicotinepatches available. Call for locations and hours.

Kings County Hospital & EastNew York Diagnostic andTreatment Center SmokingCessation Program(718) 245-2782/3

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AFTER-SCHOOLPROGRAMSANDACTIVITIESALBANY COMMUNITY CENTER

164 Troy Ave. (718) 771-6462Brooklyn, NY 11213Hours: 3pm-6pmOffers free school tutoring in math and reading,plus arts & crafts and recreation to 6-to 12 yearolds from the Albany Housing Development andsurrounding area.

BROOK LYN ARTS EXC HANGE

421 Fifth Ave. (718) 832-0018Brooklyn, NY 11215www.bax.orgFull range of youth classes six days a week forchildren 5 to 18 yrs. A free sample class isavailable to all students. Financial aid andscholarships for all programs.

BRO OKLYN CHI LDREN’SMUSEUM

145 Brooklyn Ave. (718)735-4400Brooklyn, NY 11213www.brooklynkids.org

COM MUNITY C OUNSELINGAND MEDIATION

810 Classon Ave. (718) 230-5100Brooklyn, NY 11238www.ccmnyc.orgAcademic, social, and emotional enhancementprograms for elementary and middle schoolstudents. Participants receive educationalassistance, learn leadership skills, and formmeaningful connections with adults.


Union United Methodist Church121 New York Ave. (718) 774-9800Brooklyn, NY 11216Offers a free after-school prevention program foryoung people that includes counseling, drugawareness and prevention, homework assistance,tutoring, leadership skills, recreation, culturalenrichment programs, and arts and crafts. Call toregister. Older youth (ages 16-24) can participatein the Youthbuild leadership development and jobtraining program. Call for more information.

CROWN HEIGHTS YOUTHCOL LECTIV E

113 Rogers Ave. (718) 756-7600Brooklyn, NY 11216www.cfapa.comOffers after-school programs, summer academy,job training and employment assistance, andholds workshops, visitations, youth forums andconventions, etc. on the issues of teen healthincluding HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, teenpregnancies & STDS, teen violence, civicresponsibility, job readiness programs andreferrals.

CARTER G. WOOD SONCULTURAL L ITERACYPROJEC T

1700 Fulton St. (718) 771-7086Brooklyn , NY 11213Promotes literacy and cultural awareness byexposing the students to books and other learningtools spanning the African Diaspora. Music, art,dance, singing and academics.

DIASPORA COM MUNITYSERVICES

182 Fourth Ave. (718) 399-0200Brooklyn, NY 11217www.haitianwomensprogram.orgHours: Mon-Fri 8am – 5pm.Offers pregnancy and sexual education servicesfor youth 13-18.

FAM ILY RE NAIS SANCE

123 Linden Blvd. (718) 940-8598Suite 103Brooklyn, NY 11226www.familyrenaissance.orgAfter-school program assistance in all subjectareas, plus martial arts, computer literacy,counseling services, and arts and other activities.Sliding fee scale. $50/week per child.

HETRIC K MARTIN INS TIT UTE

2 Astor Pl. (212) 674-2400New York, NY 10003www.hmi.orgHours: Mon-Fri 3:05 pm - 6:30 pmAfter-school activities help lesbian, gay, bisexual,transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth.Provides youth members with a wide range ofgroup-based arts, educational, cultural andrecreational activities. Serves youth ages 12-21.

JACKIE ROBINSON CENTERFOR P HSYICA L CULTURE

1424 Fulton St. (718) 773-3456Brooklyn, NY 11216www.mec.cuny.eduAfter school Programs for children 8-18. Sports,culture, education, and social services. Affiliatedwith Medgar Evers College. Call for specificlocations.

KAN KOBRA USA, INC.

635 Rogers Ave (718) 693-0414Brooklyn, NY 11226Martial Arts School that teaches Shotokan karate.For ages 3+. Summer camp, after-schoolprogram, and behavior modification classes.

RALPH LINCOLN SERVICECE NTER

261 Buffalo Ave. (718) 604-1358Suite #2Brooklyn, NY 11213www.nphd.org/ralph

Kid’s Museum. Ten galleries of innovative hands-on exhibitions, daily workshops, programs andweekend performances. Also offers school andcamp, cultural, and early childhood programs.Fee: $5 / person

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After-school program, plus day camp for residentsfrom Crown Heights and the surrounding areas

ST. JOHN’S RECREATIONCE NTER

1251 Prospect Pl. (718) 771-2787Brooklyn, NY 11213www.nycgovparks.orgArts, academics, and athletics programs includingbasketball, swimming, and weight training withinstructor. Computer classes and homework help.

Y MCA AFTER-SCHOOLPROGRAMS

www.ymcanyc.orgVarious locations. For children ages 6-11 in thehours immediately following the school day.Children receive homework help from staff,participate in quiet and active games, and learnabout health and finance.

Bedford YMCA Youth Center1121 Bedford Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11216(718) 783-2200

Flatbush YMCA1401 Flatbush Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11210(718) 469-8100

Prospect Park YMCAProgram357 9th St.Brooklyn, NY 11215(718) 768-7100

GO CITY KIDS

www.gocitykids.com

DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH A NDCOM MUNITY DEVE LOPMENT(DYCD )

(800) 246-4646wwwn.nyc.gov/html/dycd

PART NERSHIP FOR A FTERSC HOOL ED UCATION

(212) 571-2664www.pasesetter.org

USEFULNUMBERSACS (AD MINISTRATION FORCHILDREN SERV ICES)

(877) 543-7692ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN

(212) 947-9779BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERSOF NYC

(212) 686-2042CHILD SUPPORTENFORCEMENT HELP

311CHILD CARE AND HEAD STARTRE FERRALS

311CHILD ABU SE AND NEG LECT(MA NDATED REPORT ERS)

(800) 342-3720COM MUNITY S ERVICES OCIE TY (PARE NTS/FAIRHEARINGS)

(212) 254-8900FAIR HEARING ADVOCATES(F OSTER CARE OR ACSCASES)

(212) 669-4955NYS PARENT C ONNECTION

(800) 345-KIDSPARE NTS’ /CH ILDRE N’SRIGHTS HOT LINE (FOSTERCARE)

(212) 676-9421PLANNED PARENTHOOD OFNEW YOR K CITY

(800) 230-PLANRESOURCES FOR CHILDRENWIT H SPECIAL NEEDS

(212) 677-4650RUNAWAY, MISSING, ANDEXPLOITED C HILDREN

(800) THE-LOSTYWCA OF BROOKLYN

(718) 875-1190YOUT HLINE

(800) 246-4646

OTHER YOUTHSERVICECENTERSBEACON PROGRAM THRO UGHRESEARCH FOUNDATION OFMEDGAR EVERS

www.mec.cuny.eduFor students within Community Board #8 district.Offers after-school and homework help; basketballleagues; SAT, GED, and college preparationclasses; and a Youth Leadership Group.

P.S. 138801 Park Pl.Brooklyn, NY 11216(718) 953-0857Hours: Monday-Friday 10am – 9pm,Saturdays 11am – 5pm

Flatbush Beacon at M.S. 2655 Parkside Ave.Brooklyn, NY 11226(718) 826-2889Call for hours

CAMBA / BEAC ON CE NTER

1957 Nostrand Ave. (718) 462-2597x223

Brooklyn, NY 11203www.camba.orgMon-Fri 2-10pm and Sat 11am-7pm. Freetutoring. Free educational/employmentcounseling. Develop leadership and communityskills for free also homework help and SAT &Regents Prep

CARIBT IPS

184 E. 35th St. (718) 287-5345Brooklyn, NY 11203Offers the Health, Hip-Hop, and Hoops programwith a youth-focused health initiative which usesyoung people’s interest in rap music andbasketball to involve them in programs with ahealth message. Main focus is to provide peersupport for HIV-positive men and women from theCaribbean.

CHILDREN AND YOUTHDEVE LOPME NT S ERVICES

503 5th Ave., 3rd fl (718) 788-4800Brooklyn, NY 11215www.goodshepherd.org

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Helps youth from ages 18-21 gain their diplomas.

THE DOOR

555 Broome St. (212) 941-9090Brooklyn, NY 11013www.door.orgServices for youths between 12-21 includingprimary health care, prenatal care and healtheducation, mental health counseling, legalservices, GED, ESL, computer classes, tutoringand homework help, college preparation andcomputer classes, career development servicesand training, job placement, daily meals, arts,sports and recreational activities

FLATB USH HAIT IAN CE NTER,INC.

123 Linden Blvd. (718) 693-5700Brooklyn, NY 11226www.flatbushhc.orgOffers a free 15- week program every Thursdayfrom 6:30-7:30 pm. Teaches people how to dealwith children through all the stages of childhood,including discipline, health and development.

GANG B UREAU

GRADE Program (718) 250-3794350 Jay StreetBrooklyn, NY 11201For young people who are thinking about joining agang or who know somebody who is in one andwants to get out. To help stop gang activity andto report information, call (718) 250-2645. Allinformation will be kept confidential.

INSIDE SCHOOLS

www.insideschools.orgThis website provides independent and thoroughresearch about New York City Public Schools. Aproject of Advocates for Children, this websitepresents an independent review of schools,provides information for parents about how theschool system works, and publishes news andresources about schools.

LYFE (L IVING FOR THE YOUNGFAMILY THROUGHEDUCATION)

Program for Pregnant andParenting Services22 E. 128th St. (212) 348-0608Room 203New York, NY 10035www.ed.gov/pubs/compendium/ch1e.html

A program under the direction of the NYCDepartment of Education which assists teenmothers enrolled in some public schools. Providesfree childcare for children 2 months – 3 years.Also provides support services for parents’ careertraining and social support, communications,human sexuality/relationships, and summer camp.

OHE L CHILDREN’S HOME ANDFAM ILY S ERVICES

4510 16th Ave. (718) 851-6300Brooklyn, NY 11204www.ohelfamily.orgAdolescent Program provides counseling toteenagers and their families when facing issues offamily conflict or substance abuse. TheAdolescent Residential Program provides a safeand home-like atmosphere to adolescentssuffering from neglect and abuse. Special focuson Jewish population, but all welcome.

PARTNERSHIP WITHCHILDRE N

Life Steps (718) 875-903050 Court St., 10th Floor, Suite 1011Brooklyn, NY 11201www.partnershipwithchildren.orgFor children 0 to 21, and their caregivers. Offersprograms in creative arts, working world, parent-teen communications, human sexuality andrelationships. Free counseling available tofamilies with children between 0 and 17. Providesindividual and family counseling, group conselingfor teens and parents, client advocacy, resourcesand referrals, emergency services, summer campprograms, and psychiatric and psychologicaltesting and consultation.

P INS C OURT D IVERSIONPR OGRAM – CHI LDREN’S AIDSOCIETY

175 Remsen St., 7th fl. (718) 625-8300Brooklyn, NY 11201www.childrensaidsociety.orgProvides free family assessment and referrals tocommunity agencies. All referrals come from,and are facilitated through, Family Court.

PR OJEC T REACH YOUTH

199 14th St., 3rd fl. (718) 768-0778Brooklyn, NY 11215www.pry.orgProvides youth with services ranging fromimmigrant services, ESL, pre and after-schoolprograms, HIV/AIDS education program, Team

Leadership/Youth Development, health services,tutoring, college counseling, computer labs, andliteracy, math, and arts programs.

RESOURCES FOR CHILDRENWIT H SPECIAL NEEDS

116 E. 16th St., 5th fl. (212) 677-4650New York, NY 10003www.resourcesnyc.orgProvides information and referral, support,individual and systemic advocacy, parent andprofessional training, library and informationservices to New York City parents and caregiversof children with disabilities and special needs.

YOUT H ACTION PROGRAMSAND HOMES, INC.

1325 5th Ave. (212) 860-8170New York, NY 10029www.yaphonline.orgProvides young people ages 17-24 witheducation, training, and leadership opportunitieswhile engaging them in the rehabilitation ofhousing for homeless families in East Harlem.

YOUT HLINE

(800) 246-4646www.nyc.gov/dycdHours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 9 pm, Sat-Sun 12 pm - 8pm. Confidential hotline for youth-in-crisis.Support for family conflicts, help locating after-school programs and recreation programs.

SCHOLARSHIPINFORMATIONA BETTER CHANCE

240 W. 35th St., 9th fl. (646) 346-1310New York, NY 10001www.abetterchance.orgRefers academically talented children enteringgrades 6 through 11 to some of the nation’s finestindependent and public schools to be consideredfor placement and financial aid. Students who aresuccessfully placed in one of their 200+ memberschools become a part of their CollegePreparatory Schools Program, and receive accessto expanded educational and leadershipopportunities.

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CHILDREN’S SCHOLARSHIPFUND

8 W. 38th St., 9th fl. (212) 515-7100New York, NY 10018www.scholarshipfund.orgProvides partial tuition assistance for low-incomefamilies to send their children to private schools.The fund focuses on elementary education.Scholarships are awarded to all eligible children ina family to attend the school(s) of their choice.Eligible families are required to demonstrate theirfinancial need as measured by standards similarto the federal School Lunch program, which takesfamily size into account.

THE OLIV ER PROGRA M

80 Maiden Lane (212) 430-5980Suite 706New York, NY 10038www.theoliverprogram.org

This program works with educators, guidancecounselors, and CBOs to identify New York City’sbrightest seventh grade students of African and LatinAmerican descent. After preparing these talentedyouth and their families for the transition toindependent schools, the Oliver Program supportsstudents’ academic and social development through anetwork of comprehensive services to ensure theirsuccess in high school and later transition to college.The program also nurtures students’ leadership skillsand commitment to community service.

PREP FOR PREP

328 West 71st St. (212) 579-1390New York, NY 10023www.prepforprep.orgPrep for Prep’s strategy is to identify talentedstudents from minority group backgrounds,prepare them for placement in independentschools, and provide a sense of community, peersupport, critical post-placement services, and arange of leadership development opportunities.

Selecting a high school in New York CityMany resources are available to help parents and students manage theapplication process and provide information about the high school andprogram offerings. With over 350 public high schools in New York City andmore being established yearly, it is important for parents to learn about themany options. Parents and students receive information during the sixthand seventh grades, but the actual high school application process begins atthe start of a student s last year in middle school (either eighth or ninthgrade).

The New York City Department of Education encouragesevery parent to:

1. Review the information in the Directory of the New York City Public HighSchools and the Specialized High Schools Student Handbook. Copies ofthese publications are available in middle schools. This will help parentslearn about the different types of high schools and programs, the selectionmethods for the many programs, and the eligibility and priorities for theseschools and programs.2. Check the calendar of events and the online version of the abovepublications at:http://www.nycenet.edu/Offices/StudentEnroll/HSAdmissions/default.htm.3. Use the Choosing a High School and Making Choices workbooks tohelp guide your thinking and decision making. Copies of the workbooks areavailable in middle schools.4. Attend parent forums, which are sponsored throughout the school year.5. Attend the Citywide High School Fair in September.6. Stay in contact with your child s middle school to make certain that youmeet all deadlines relevant to the high school admissions process.

If you have any questions, contact your child s guidance counselor or theOffice of Student Enrollment Planning and Operations at212-374-2363.

Learning Support CentersEach Department of Education Region (in Crown Heights,it is Region 6) has access to a Learning Support Center,which provides high-quality customer service to parentsand schools. There is a Parent Support Office in eachLSC that can assist parents with many issues andinformation needs.Region 6 (Districts 17, 18, 22)718-968-6100 / Open Mon-Fri, 8am 6pm

Getting organized for school success!Here are a few tips to help students develop good study habits:

1. Identify a workspace.Try to find a quiet placefree from distractions for work.2. Schedule a time for homework.Having aspecific time for homework is just as important asscheduling other activities like dinner or bedtime.3. Write down all assignments.A to-do listincluding all school assignments helps youngpeople keep track of what has already beenaccomplished and prioritize tasks.4. Keep a calendar.Preparing early for big testsand special projects helps students get all work inright on time.

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UsefulGovernmentNumbers

POLICE/FIREFIRE & P OLICE E MER GENC IES

91177T H PRECINCT

(718) 735-061171S T PRECINCT

(718) 735-0511

COMMUNITYBOARDSCOM MUNITY B OARD #8

(718) 467-5574Includes North Crown Heights, Weeksville, ProspectHeightsCOM MUNITY B OARD #9

(718) 778-9279

Includes South Crown Heights, Prospect Heights,Lefferts Garden, Wingate

UTILITIES ANDHOUSINGP HONE – VERIZON CUSTO MERSERVICE

(718) 890-1550PHO NE – VERIZON REPAIRS 24HOUR S

(718) 890-6611GAS – KEYSPA N ENER GY

(718) 643-4050ELECTRIC – CON EDISON

(800) 752-6633

SA NITATION

(718) 756-7027PEST CONTROL

(718) 855-2212AFF ORDABLE HOUSINGHOT LINE

(212) 863-5610NYC HA NIGHT / WEEKENDREPAIRS

(212) 289-8000HEAT/ HOT WA TERCOMP LAINTS

311

TRANSPORTATIONA MTRAK

(800) 872-7245METR O NORT H

(212) 532-4900NYC TRA NSIT

(718) 330-1234LO NG ISLAND RAILR OAD

(718) 217-5477MTA INFO L INE

(718) 330-3322NEW JERSEY TRANSIT

(973) 762-5100 / (800) 722-2222P ORT AUTHORITY BUSTER MINA L

(212) 564-8484J.F . K . INTERNAT IONALAIRPORT

(718) 244-4444LA GUARDIA A IRPORT

(718) 533-3400NEWARK INTERNAT IONALAIRPORT

(973) 961-6000

WHAT IS 311?Call 311 to find out information oncity services including parkingregulations, services for the aging,volunteer activities, and programsdesigned for small businesses.You can report a pothole or streetlight that needs to be fixed, a loudnoise or a blocked driveway, or tellthe Mayor your opinion. All calls to311 are answered by a liveoperator, 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek, and services are provided inover 170 languages. Dial 311 fromwithin the city, or (212) NEW-YORKoutside of the five boroughs. TTYservice is also available by dialing(212) 504-4115.

GOVERNMENTREPRESENTATIVESBROOK LYN BOROU GHPRESIDENT MARTYMARKOWITZ

(718) 802-3700KINGS COUNTY DISTR ICTATTORNEY CHAR LES HYNES

(718) 250-2000NY C ITY COMPTROLLERWI LLIAM C. THO MPSON

(212) 669-3500NY C ITY PUBLIC ADVOCATEBETSY GOTBAUM

(212) 669-7200NYC COUNC IL D ISTR ICT 35 –LET ITIA JAMES

(718) 260-9191NYC COUNC IL D ISTR ICT 36 –ALBERT VANN

(718) 919-0740NYC COUNC IL D ISTR ICT 40 –MATHIEU EUGENE

(718) 287-8762NYC COUNC IL D ISTR ICT 41 –DARLENE MEA LY

(718) 345-3110

Trying to find out how toget somewhere on the

subway or bus?

Check out Hopstop!

It gives you clear directionsusing public transportation.

www.hopstop.com

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NY AS SEMBLY DISTRICT 43 –KARIM CA MARA

(718) 756-1776NY AS SEMBLY DISTRICT 55 –WI LLIAM F . BOYLA ND JR.

(718) 498-8681NY AS SEMBLY DISTRICT 56 –ANNETTE ROBINSON

(718) 399-7630NY S ENATE DISTR ICT 20 –ER IC ADAMS

(718) 284-4700US HOUSE DISTR ICT 11 –YVETTE D . CLARK

(718) 773-3100US SENATOR – HILLARYRODHAM C LINTON

(212) 688-6262US SENATOR – CHARLES E .SC HUMER

(212) 486-4430

MISCELLANEOUSCITYSERVICESBROOK LYN MAIN POSTOF FICE

(718) 855-0912BIRTH/DEATH CERT IFICATES

(212) 788-4520CITY CLERK / MARRIA GELICENSES A ND DOMESTICPARTNER REGISTRAT ION

(212) 669-2400DEPARTMENT OF MOTORVE HIC LES (DMV)

(212) 645-5550DEPARTMENT OF PARKS ANDRECREATION

311HU MAN RESOURCEADMINISTRATION (HRA)

(877) 472-8411MEDICARE AND SOCIA LSEC URITY

(800) 772-1213MEDICA ID HELPLINE

(800) 541-2831

NYC DEPT FOR THE A GING

(212) 442-1000PASSPORT AP POINTMENTS

(212) 206-3500P UBLIC HOSPITALS

(212) 788-9648VETERA NS BE NEFITS

(212) 807-7229VOTER REGISTRAT ION

(212) VOTE-NYC

EMERGENCIESAND PLACES TOGET HELPABUSED CHILDREN

(800) 342-3720ALCOHOL A ND DRUGIN FOR MATION

(800) 729-6686ANI MAL BITES

(212) 676-2483CE NTER FOR DISEASECONTROL

(800) 342-2437CRIME VICTI MS HOT LINE

(212) 577-7777DISCRI MINATION HELPLINE

(212) 306-7500DOME STIC VIO LENCE HOT LINE(SAFE HOR IZON)

(800) 621-HOPEE MER GENCY CHILDREN’SSERVICES (24 HOURS)

(212) 966-8000HO MELESS SERVICES (24HOURS)

311POISON C ONTR OL

(800) 222-1222RAPE & SEXUAL AS SAULTHOT LINE

(212) 267-7273RUNAWAYS HOT LINE

(800) 621-4000S UIC IDE PREVENTIONHOT LINE

(212) 673-3000

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Index ofOrganizationsAA Better Chance 32Abused Children 35Access for Women Center 3Addiction Research and Treatment Corp 28Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) 31Adult Children of Alcoholics 28Adult Family Intake Center 16Advocates for Children 22, 31Advocates for the Disabled 14AIDS in Prison Project 26Affordable Housing Hotline 18, 34Al-Anon (for families of abusers) 28Al-Anon (Espa ol) 28Ala-teen / Ala-preteen 28Albany Avenue Day Care 12Albany Ave. Senior Center 27Albany Community Center 5, 30Alcohol and Drug Information 35Alcoholics Anonymous (Bklyn Intergroup) 28Alcoholics Anonymous (Intergroup) 28Alcoholism Council Helpline 28American Red Cross of Greater New York, Brooklyn Chapter 14, 17Amtrak 34Anchor House 28Animal Bites 35Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health 14Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund 21Association for the Help of Retarded Children 22Audre Lorde Project, Inc. 11

BBankruptcy Panel (Brooklyn Bar Assoc.) 10Barrier Free Living 9Beacon Program (Medgar Evers) 31Bedford Haitian Community Center, Inc. 5Bedford Heights Social Security Admin 27Bedford Stuyvesant Alcoholism Treatment Center 28Bedford Stuyvesant Community Legal Services Corp. 10, 20, 21Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center 12Bedford Stuyvesant Family Health Center 15

Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corp. 4Bedford YMCA Youth Center 31Berean Gardens 27Bethany United Methodist Church 19Beth Rivka Head Start 12Better Brooklyn Community Center 15Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC 31Birth/Death Certificates 35Breukelen Recreation Rooms Head Start 12Bronx Defenders 26Bronx Zoo 7Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) 7Brooklyn Adult Learning Center 1,3Brooklyn AIDS Task Force, Inc. 15Brooklyn Alzheimer’s Disease Assistance Program (SUNY Downstate) 27Brooklyn Arts Exchange (BAX) 30Brooklyn Bar Association Bankruptcy Panel 10 Battered Women’s Legal Helpline 21 Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. 10, 20, 21Brooklyn Botanic Garden 7Brooklyn Children’s Museum 7, 30Brooklyn College Continuing Education 1Brooklyn Community Board 8 5, 34Brooklyn Community Board 9 5, 34Brooklyn Economic Development Corp 2Brooklyn Home for the Aged 27Brooklyn Hospital Parkside Dependency Treatment Program 28Brooklyn Housing and Family Services 18Brooklyn Job Corps Academy 3Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation 15Brooklyn Main Post Office 35Brooklyn Museum 7Brooklyn Neighborhood Improvement Assoc 18Brooklyn Office for the Aging 27Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center 14Brooklyn Psychiatric Centers, Inc. 24Brooklyn Public Library Eastern Parkway Branch 1Brooklyn Women’s Shelter 16Brooklyn Workforce Career Center 4Brotherhood Baptist Church 19Brownsville Child Health 14Burial Claims Unit (HRA) 10Business Outreach Center (BOC) Network 2

CCABS Community Health Center 15Caribbean American Chamber of 2 Commerce and Industry (CACCI)Caribbean Community Mental Health Program 24

Caribbean House Health Center 14Caribbean Women’s Health Association, Inc. 9, 14, 20, 21Caribtips 31Carter G. Woodson Cultural Literacy Project 30Catholic Charities 17Catholic Migration Office and Resources 21Center for Anti-Violence Education, Inc. 9Center for Disease Control 35Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) 26Center for Mediation and Training 23Central American Legal Assistance 21CFPC Health Center 15Child Abuse/Neglect (Mandated reporters) 31Child Care and Head Start Referrals 31Child Development Support Corporation Head Start 12Child Health Plus 14Children and Youth Development Services 31Child Support Enforcement Help 31Child Support Information Hotline (HRA) 10Children’s Aid Society PINS Diversion Program 31Children’s Scholarship Fund 33Church Avenue Merchants Block 3 Association (CAMBA) Beacon Center 31 Intervention and Prevention Program 9 Housing 17 Legal Services 20, 21City Bar Fund Shield 20 Justice Center Legal Hotline 21City Clerk (Marriage License) 35City Harvest 17Coalition for the Homeless 3Co-anon (family groups) 28Cocaine Anonymous 28Community Counseling and Mediation 24, 30Community Healthcare Network 24Community Mediation Services, Inc. 23Community Parents Head Start 12Community Service Society (Fair Hearings) 31Comprehensive Business Resource Center 2Con Edison (Electric) 34Coney Island Hospital Smoking Cessation Program 29Cool Culture 13Co-op Tech 3Council on Adoptable Children 22Covenant House 3, 16, 22Crime Victims’ Hotline 35Crisis Intervention and Info Referral Hotline 16

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Crown Heights Community Mediation Center 23Crown Heights Jewish Community Council 5Crown Heights Meals-on-Wheels 27Crown Heights Service Center 5, 19, 30Crown Heights Youth Collective 30CUNY Dispute Resolution Consortium 23

DDavid Chavis Apartments 27Day One 21Death/Birth Certificates 35Debtors Anonymous 10DeKalb Job Center 19Department of Homeless Services 17 Food Stamps 19 Outreach Services 18Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) 35Developing Justice Program (Fifth Ave) 26Diaspora Community Services 14, 30Discrimination Helpline 35Door 11, 22, 32Domestic Partner Registration (City Clerk) 35Domestic Violence Hotline (Safe Horizon) 35Downstate Medical Center Adult Aids Clinic 15 Smoking Cessation Program 29Drug Abuse Info Line 28Dwa Fanm, Jistis Pou Famn 21

EEast New York Diagnostic and Treatment Center 24 Smoking Cessation Program 29Edwards L. Cleveland Day Care Center 12Elder Abuse/ Protective Services (HRA) 27Elder Crime Victims Resource Center 27Electric – Con Edison 34Emergency Children’s Services (24 hours) 35Empire Blue Cross/ Blue Shields 14, 27Equifax Consumer Fraud Division 10Euclid )Food Stamps) 19Eviction Prevention/ Rental Assistance (HRA) 18Exodus Transitional Community 26Expanding Options for Teen Parents and Youth 3Experian Consumer Fraud Assistance 10

FFair Hearing Advocates (Foster care/ACS) 31Families Anonymous 28Families First Brooklyn 13Family Center 22Family Court (Brooklyn) 9

Family Health Plus 14Family Renaissance 30Family Resource Center 26Family Violence Prevention Fund 9Family Youth Center (King’s Co. Hospital) 29Fannie Mae 18Fifth Avenue Committee 1 Developing Justice Program 26Fire Department 34First Step Job Training Program 3Five Myles Gallery 7Flatbush Development Corporation 1Flatbush Haitian Center, Inc. 31 Family Rehabilitation Program 28Flatbush YMCA 31Foodbank NYC 19Fortune Society 26

GGang Bureau 32Garden of Learning Day Care 13Gas – Keyspan Energy 34Gay Men’s Health Crisis 11, 15Gays and Lesbians of Bushwick Empowered (GLOBE) 11Girls Re-Entry Assistance Project (GRASP) 26GoCity Kids 13, 31Good Shepherd Services Safe Homes Project 9, 21, 22Goodwill Industries 3Government Representatives 34-35Greater Restoration Baptist Church 1Green Chimney 11Greenwood Center 85 4Growing Up Healthy 14, 18

HHaitian American Day Care 12Harlem Neighborhood Defender Association 26Heartshare Human Services of New York 15Heat/Hot Water Complaints 34Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society 21Hebron SDA Church 19Help (Domestic Violence) 9Hetrick-Martin Institute 11, 30High 5 Tickets to the Arts 7Homelessness Outreach and Prevention Project (Urban Justice Center) 17Homeless Services (24 hours) 35Hope Program 1Hop Stop 35Housing Court 18Housing Preservation Department (HPD)

Affordable Housing Hotline 18 Apartment Complaint Line 18Hugh Gilroy Senior Center 27Human Resources Administration (HRA) 4, 35 Burial Claims Unit 10 Elder Abuse/ Protective Services Hotline 27 Child Support Information Hotline 10 Homelessness 17 Housing Courts Unit 18Hunger Hotline 17

IIfetayo Cultural Arts Facility, Inc. 7Immigrant Defense Project 21In Motion, Inc. 21Inside Schools 32Institute for Community Living 24Interborough Development and Consultation Center, Inc. 24Interfaith Medical Center 15, 29

JJackie Robinson Center for Physical Culture 30James E. Davis Stop Violence Foundation 5Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services 24, 29Jewish Children’s Museum 7JFK International Airport 34Jiggetts Relief Hotline 17Job Information Center 3John Edward Bruce Day Care Center 12

KKan Kobra USA, Inc. 30Keyspan Energy (Gas) 34Kingsborough Community College 1Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center 15 Caribbean Community Mental Health Program 24Kings County District Attorney’s Office Project Eden 9 GRASP (Girls Re-Entry Assistance Support Project) 26King’s County Hospital Center 24 Family Youth Center 29 Polydrug Center 29 Smoking Cessation Program 29

LLaGuardia Airport 34Lawhelp.org 20Legal Aid Society, Brooklyn 20, 21

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Office for the Aging 27Learning Support Center s 33Legal Information for Families Today (LIFT) 9Legal Services for Children, Inc. 22Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community Center 11Lifenet 24Linden Learning Center 1Literacy Assistance Center 1Living for the Young Family Through Education (LYFE) 32Local Development Corporation of Crown Heights 2Long Island Railroad 34

MMagic Kingdom Nursery School 13Make the Road By Walking 5Marijuana Addicts Anonymous 28Marriage Licenses/ Domestic Partner Registration 35Martha Udell Day Care Center 13Medgar Evers College Center for Law and Social Justice 20 Head Start 12 Immigration Center 20 Research Foundation 31 School of Continuing Education 1Medicaid Choice 14 Helpline 14, 35Medicare Empire Blue Cross/ Blue Shield 14, 27 Social Security 35Mental Health Project 24Metro North 34Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty 15MFY Legal Services, Inc. Mental Health Law Project 25MIC Women’s Health Center 15Minority Business Development Center 2Money Management International and Consumer Credit Counseling Services 10MTA Info Line 34Mt. Moriah Church of God In Christ 19Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Arts ( MOCADA) 7

NNarc-Anon (NY Area) 28National Alliance for the Mentally Ill 25National HIRE Network 26National Runaway Switchboard 22

Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) 18Neighbors Helping Neighbors 17Newark International Airport 34New Directions 29New Jersey Transit 34New York Alliance for New Americans (NYANA) Business Center 2 Immigration 21New York Aquarium 7New York City Bar Assoc. Legal Referral Services 22NYC College of Technology 3 Youth Division 4NYC Commission on Human Rights Brooklyn Community Service Center 20NYC Dept for the Aging 35 Elderly Crime Victims Resource Center 21 Senior Assistance 27NYC Dept of Education 3, 33NYC Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene 15NYC Dept of Homeless Services 17 Outreach Services 18NYC Dept of Housing Preservation and Development 18NYC Dept of Parks and Recreation 35NYC Dept of Sanitation 34NYC Dept of Small Business Services 2NYC Dept of Social Services 4NYC Dept of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) After-school Programs and Activities 31 Crisis Intervention and Info Referral Hotline 16NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) 18 Night/Weekend Repairs 34NYC Transit 34New York Dept of Youth Crisis Shelters 16New York Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project 9, 11New York Immigration Hotline 21New York Legal Assistance Group 20, 21New York Public Library Job Information Center 3 Mid-Manhattan Library 3New York State Dept of Labor 4New York State Office for the Aging 27New York State Parent Connection 31New York State Temporary and Disability Assistance Line 14New York Therapeutic Communities, Inc. Serendipity II for Women 29New York Transit Museum 7Nineline 16North Crown Heights Family Outreach Ctr 29

OOffice of Adult and Continuing Education School #9 1Ohel Children’s Home and Family Services 9, 25, 32Oliver Program 33Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow 4Opportunity Development Association 2Osborne Association 26

PPace University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 2Palladia 29Parents’/ Childrens’ Rights Hotline 31Park Place Day Care Center 13Park Slope Parents 13Parkway Stuyvesant Senior Active Mind Program 27Partnership for Afterschool Education 31Partnership for the Homeless 17Partnership With Children 25, 32Passport Appointments 35Paul J. Cooper Center for Human Services, Inc. 25, 29Pest Control 34PFLAG Brooklyn (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) 11Phoenix House Foundation 29Pills Anonymous 28PINS Court Diversion Program 32Planned Parenthood of NYC 31POCC (People of Color in Crisis) 11Poison Control 35Police Department 34Polydrug Clinic (King’s Co. Hospital) 29Port Authority Bus Terminal 34Pratt Area Community Council 2Prep for Prep 33Prevention Assistance and Temporary Housing (PATH) Unit 16Project Eden – District Attorney’s Office 9Project Reach Youth 32Prospect Park YMCA Program 31Prospect Park Zoo 7Public Hospitals 35

RRalph Lincoln Service Center 5, 30Rape and Sexual Assault Hotline 35Ready, Willing, and Able 26Red Cross, Brooklyn 14, 17

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Rental Assistance 18ReServe 27Resources for Children with Special Needs 31, 32Restoration Youth Arts Academy 7Rite Center -- Community Technology 4Runaway, Missing, and Exploited Children 31Runaways Hotline 35

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71st Precinct Community Council 677th Precinct 9 77th Precinct Community Council 6Safe Homes Project 9, 21, 22Safe Horizon Brooklyn Child Advocacy Center 21 Brooklyn Mediation Center 23 DV Hotline 9, 35 Domestic Violence Program 22 Emergency Transfer Program 22 Services 9 Streetwork Project 16, 17SAGE (Senior Action in a Gay Environment) 11Salvation Army 19Sanctuary for Families 22Senior Assistance – Dept of the Aging 27Senior Citizens Rent Increase Exemption Program (SCRIE) 27Senior Citizen Unit 27Serendipity II for Women 29Shalom Senior Center 19Shalom Task Force Hotline 9Smart Recovery 28Social Security 35Society for the Preservation of Weeksville and Bedford-Stuyvesant History 7Solid Rock Baptist Church 19South Brooklyn Legal Services 22Stanley Isaacs Meals-on-Wheels 27St. John’s Bread and Life Programs, Inc. 17St. John’s Day Care Center 12St. John’s Place Family Center 4, 5St. John’s Recreational Center 5, 31St. Louis Senior Center 27St. Mark’s Head Start 12St. Vincent’s Mental Health Services 22Suicide Prevention Hotline 35SUNY Downstate Medical Center 15 Brooklyn Alzheimer’s Disease Assistance Center 27

T311 – NYC Information 34

30th Street Intake (Men only) 16The Door 11, 22, 32Tiny Tots Nursery 13Trans Union Fraud Victims Assistance 10

UUnited Families Preventive Program 25Urban Justice Center Homelessness 17 Mental Health Program 24Urban Pathways, Inc. 4Urban Strategies Head Start 12US Citizenship and Immigration Services 21

VVerizon Customer Service 34 Repairs 24 hours 34Veterans Benefits 35Voter Registration 35

WWeatherization Referral and Packaging 27WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Fulton Street 17 Supplementary Food 17Women Business Center 2Women’s Law 9Women’s Safe Start 9

YYMCA of Brooklyn 31Youth Action Programs and Homes, Inc. 32Youthline 31, 32

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