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Access to Care

Submitted by jwilde on Wed, 09/05/2007 - 11:46am

"Making access to mental health and substance abuse treatment available to those affected by Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma."

American Red Cross in Greater New York

Submitted by jwilde on Thu, 09/06/2007 - 1:56pm
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Contact name: 
Charles Wells
Phone: 
(212) 875-2000
Fax: 
(212) 875-2309
Email Address: 
not available
Website: 
http://www.nyredcross.org
Address: 
520 West 49th Street New York, NY 10019

When Richard C.'s* brother and elderly mother were hurt in a devastating apartment fire in Queens, Red Cross responders were on the scene to help them through this difficult time. "One of the Red Cross workers took me aside and told me about what the Red Cross did, and how they could help us out," Richard recalled. "They immediately gave me food and clothing vouchers for both my mother and my brother, since so many of their possessions had been burned in the fire."

When Richard's mother died a few days later from prior illness exasperated by the smoke inhalation, his Red Cross caseworker provided support, and let him know that the Red Cross could also help his family pay for her funeral expenses. Although Richard had known that the Red Cross helped people at large-scale disasters, he hadn't realized that we also help people affected by residential fires. "I wouldn't have been able to get through all of this without the Red Cross," he concluded gratefully. "They came through for us when we really needed them, and they've been there every step of the way."

The American Red Cross in Greater New York operates the busiest disaster response program in the nation, and helps people like Richard every day. Whether it's an apartment fire, flood, building collapse or a large-scale disasters like the 2006 Blackout in Queens, we arrive at emergencies within minutes, 24/7, 365 days a year. We supplement the efforts of city agencies to ensure that New Yorkers are safe and have the assistance they need. Our volunteers help those affected by disaster with food, clothing and shelter, as well as mental health support and financial assistance. We respond to an average of eight emergencies a day and more than 3,000 emergencies each year.

*name has been changed to protect the privacy of our client

ArtAID

Submitted by jwilde on Tue, 07/31/2007 - 10:53am
Email Address: 
info@artaid.org
Website: 
ArtAID: Art in Service of Humanity
Address: 
760 St. Luke's Place Baldwin, New York 11510-2315

I launched ArtAID in response to September 11th, 2001, as a grass roots effort to create and provide artworks that comfort, heal, and inspire. It was a time when we needed our spirits uplifted, so i created a series of tribute and memorial pieces, which were widely received and appreciated by those most effected by that tragedy. That model of tribute has continued to be requested in response to Line of Duty Death (LODD) incidents for various uniformed (MOS) members of service, cops, firefighters, military. In addition, I have provided designs for various September 11th causes, too many to mention in this description, but many can be seen on the www.artaid.org website.

Many of you know me personally, and you know me to be a committed and talented artist and designer, but someone in great need of the administrative skills or experience necessary to make ArtAID self sufficient.

My original mission (pre-September 11th) was to create an organization, a new form of non-profit design agency that served the design and marketing needs of charitable causes. It was also an opportunity for artists and designers who wanted to do humanitarian work to be supported in doing this work, hence, "art" "aid" to help the artists, as well as to use the arts to help others.

Asociacion Tepeyac de NY (Case Management)

Submitted by kchiu on Wed, 10/10/2007 - 1:43pm
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Contact name: 
Joel Magallan
Phone: 
(212) 633-7108
Fax: 
(212) 633-1554
Email Address: 
AsocTepeyac@tepeyacny.org
Website: 
http://www.tepeyac.org/
Address: 
251 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011

The Tepeyac Association is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 network of 40 community based organizations, whose mission is twofold to promote the social welfare and human rights of Latino immigrants, specifically the undocumented in New York City. The Association Tepeyac is also dedicated to inform, organize, and educate Mexican immigrants and their families about rights, resources, and processes to develop leaders, organizations, and communities, to built a great Mexican community, integrated to all races and cultures in New York. Founded in September, 1997 by Mexican community leaders, the Association is the only public resource dedicated to organize Mexican immigrants in the five boroughs of New York City. Through its grassroots structure and leadership the Association serves and influences over 10,000 members.

The Association Tepeyac's Central Offices also serves as a social service agency for those Latinos who cannot go to city agencies because they lack proper documentation. Those who are Spanish speakers, undocumented immigrants live under inhumane conditions, yet are ineligible for most services provided by the city. The Tepeyac Association of New York responds to those needs by organizing Mexicans to defend their human rights, educate them concerning these rights, as well as foster a sense of community through social, economic, and cultural activities. Additionally, the Association's monthly publication, El Popocatéptl, serves to inform members about their rights, services that Association and other organizations in the city can offer them, and empowers their Mexican identity. Clearly immigrants know that the Association is here to serve them. The media is always paying attention about the situations, plans and events that the Tepeyac Association is addressing to empower new immigrants.

Our tasks are to organize, inform, educate and form new organizations with their leaders tackling urgencies, necessities, and human rights, empowering identities and communities. Maintaining a leadership among Mexicans and pushing the development of the immigrant community in New York State and City.

Christian Volunteering Network

Submitted by jwilde on Thu, 09/06/2007 - 1:57pm
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Contact name: 
not available
Phone: 
(617) 282-9798
Fax: 
(617) 825-0313
Email Address: 
info@christianvolunteering.org
Website: 
http://www.christianvolunteering.org/
Address: 
31 Torrey St. #1 Boston, MA 02124

ChristianVolunteering.org is a program of TechMission that matches volunteers to volunteer opportunities and helps organizations recruit volunteers through online volunteer matching. In many ways ChristianVolunteering.org is like job matching websites like Monster.com except that we match volunteers to organizations with volunteer opportunities. Individuals can find opportunities as a local volunteer, virtual volunteer (volunteering from home), short term missionary, or intern at organizations across the US and internationally. Organizations can post volunteer opportunities to recruit volunteers online. ChristianVolunteering.org and UrbanMinistry.org are both programs of TechMission, and share a common login, volunteer opportunity and organization listings.

Committee for Hispanic Children & Families (Case Management)

Submitted by kchiu on Wed, 10/10/2007 - 1:55pm
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Contact name: 
Elba Montalvo
Phone: 
(212) 206-1090
Fax: 
(212) 206-8093
Email Address: 
chcfinc@chcfinc.org
Website: 
http://www.chcfinc.org
Address: 
110 William Street, Suite 1802 New York, NY 10038

In 1982, a group of Latino human service professionals recognized that the growing Latino community in New York City had needs and concerns that were not being heard or met. Pooling their resources and knowledge, they founded The Committee for Hispanic Children and Families, Inc. (CHCF) in April 1982. The purpose of the organization was two-fold: To be a voice for the Latino community at the local state and national level; And to develop programs that addressed the needs of Latino children and their families.

For 25 years, CHCF has reached out to children and families in the Latino community with programs and services that have improved their lives and helped them build a productive future. Starting in the New York City area, CHCF programs now reach communities across the country.

The mission of CHCF is to improve the quality of life for Latino children and families. Through educational and health programs, trainings and services, CHCF provides families with the skills and information they need to raise healthy children, to make sure those children are well cared for and have what they need to succeed in life. Also working in the policy arena, CHCF gives Latino families and children a voice in the legislation that affects their lives and well being.

Council of Jewish Organizations of Flatbush (Case Management)

Submitted by kchiu on Wed, 10/10/2007 - 1:58pm
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Contact name: 
Rabbi Yechezkel Pikus, Executive Director
Phone: 
(718) 377-2900
Fax: 
(718) 377-6089
Email Address: 
info@jewishcouncil.org
Website: 
http://www.cojoflatbush.org/default.htm
Address: 
1550 Coney Island Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11230-4716

Our Emergency Assistance and Crisis Intervention Department serves thousands of individuals and families every year in the community who are experiencing a crisis. COJO of Flatbush offers emergency assistance to those who qualify. We offer assistance to families who do not have a place to live or are about to be evicted. We also offer emergency food vouchers. We refer clients to food pantries and organizations that offer free clothing, furniture, and household items.

Clients can apply for emergency HEAP throughout the winter months at COJO of Flatbush. [Emergency HEAP will pay a portion of a low-income NYC resident's heating or electric bills]. We offer referrals to the Heart Share Program. COJO of Flatbush offers limited funds to help residents pay their utility bills in emergencies. COJO will give assistance to those in need of applying for emergency Medicaid. Please see our Social Services Web Page for our complete list of support services.

COJO of Flatbush seniors can also get help in obtaining necessary home repairs through the Met Council's MetroPair & The Handyman Program (must meet qualifications).

Our Project Aizer Program offers limited Emergency Assistance for disadvantaged people 60 years old and over residing in the Greater Flatbush area. They are given funds to pay for rent arrears, current rent, utility bills (ex. gas, electric, phone), to make necessary home repairs, buy or repair home appliances (ex. refrigerator, stove, air conditioner, fan), food products, prescription drugs, medical treatment costs, dentures, vision care, and transportation to doctors' appointments. Please see our Senior Services Web Page for a complete list of services for the elderly, homebound, and handicapped.
We also refer individuals in need of emergency services to the appropriate organizations, such as Bikur Cholims (Guardians of the Sick Network) and Gemachs (private Jewish aid agencies) so they can receive necessary services and goods (incl. medical equipment, hospital beds, wheelchairs, braces, food, clothing, medicine, medical care, furniture, etc…).

FEMA - EMI Trainings

Submitted by jwilde on Thu, 09/06/2007 - 1:21pm
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Contact name: 
n/a
Phone: 
(301) 447-1000
Fax: 
(301) 447-1658
Email Address: 
Independent.Study@DHS.gov
Website: 
FEMA - EMI Training
Address: 
16825 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

Through its courses and programs, EMI serves as the national focal point for the development and delivery of emergency management training to enhance the capabilities of federal, state, local, and tribal government officials, volunteer organizations, and the public and private sectors to minimize the impact of disasters on the American public. EMI curricula are structured to meet the needs of this diverse audience with an emphasis on how the various elements work together in emergencies to save lives and protect property.

Instruction focuses on the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. EMI develops courses and administers resident and non-resident training programs in areas such as natural hazards (earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, dam safety), technological hazards (hazardous materials, terrorism, radiological incidents, chemical stockpile emergency preparedness), professional development, leadership, instructional methodology, exercise design and evaluation, information technology, public information, integrated emergency management, and train-the-trainers.

Approximately 5,500 participants attend resident courses each year while 100,000 individuals participate in non-resident programs sponsored by EMI and conducted by state emergency management agencies under cooperative agreements with FEMA. Another 150,000 individuals participate in EMI-supported exercises, and approximately 1,000 individuals participate in the Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP). Additionally, hundreds of thousands of individuals use EMI distance learning programs such as the Independent Study Program. Visit the EMI Web site at: http://training.fema.gov/IS/

Filipino American Human Services Inc (Case Management)

Submitted by kchiu on Wed, 10/10/2007 - 2:03pm
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Contact name: 
Rose-Ann K. Ubarra, Interim Executive Director
Phone: 
(718) 883-1295
Email Address: 
admin@fahsi.org
Website: 
http://www.fahsi.org/
Address: 
185-14 Hillside Avenue Jamaica, NY 11432

Filipino American Human Services, Inc. (FAHSI) is a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to serving the most vulnerable segments of the Filipino community of New York - particularly youth, women, recent immigrants, and the elderly.

Our Programs

FAHSI pursues its mission of empowering vulnerable members of the Filipino American community through its three main program areas: (1) youth development; (2) case management and counseling services; and (3) community education and advocacy. These programs seek to respond to three critical needs of Filipino Americans in the New York Greater Metropolitan area: (1) lack of culturally-appropriate human service programs; (2) lack of information about existing services; and (3) lack of community representation.

Hamilton Madison House

Submitted by kchiu on Wed, 10/10/2007 - 2:05pm
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Contact name: 
Illyse Kaplan
Phone: 
(212) 349-3724
Fax: 
(212) 619-9053
Email Address: 
illyse@hmhonline.org
Website: 
http://www.hmhonline.com
Address: 
50 Madison Street, New York, NY 10038

Hamilton-Madison House is a voluntary, non-profit settlement house dedicated to improving the quality of life of its community, primarily those in the Two Bridges/Chinatown area of Manhattan's Lower East Side. The neighborhood is a federally designated poverty area, with a constantly changing mixture of ethnic groups, and lack of adequate services and resources.

Since its establishment in 1898, Hamilton-Madison House has been a part of the settlement house movement in New York City that has pioneered the development and protection of humane policies and programs. These efforts have fostered social well-being among our most vulnerable populations: children, the elderly, the ill, handicapped, new immigrants, refugees and the unemployed. Our unique professional experience in working with Asian Americans has led to the expansion of services citywide.

The House speaks the many languages of the community, promotes understanding and cooperation among the ethnic groups, and is attuned to their changing needs. It encourages the sharing of resources and responsibilities through the active participation of every segment of the community. Although unable to solve every problem, Hamilton-Madison House continually challenges itself and the community to address current issues.