Resources & Services

Description

Funded by the Regional Permanency Resource Centers initiative of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services’ (OCFS), the Coalition opened the AGAPE Southern Tier-Finger Lakes office in 2017.  In 2019 the program name changed to AGAPE Central New York and now serves Broome, Cayuga, Chemung, Cortland, Madison and Tompkins counties.

AGAPE Central New York  serves families who have adopted a child or those that have become guardians of a relative’s child.  By providing supportive services and connecting families to resources such as parent trainings, support groups for both parents and youths, peer mentoring, navigation for cross-system needs, therapeutic services referrals, counseling, or other supports to help families address issues as they arise, the AGAPE program helps post-adoptive and post-guardianship families through the unique challenges they face following an adoption or guardianship.

AGAPE’s services are provided free of charge. It is open for families who have adopted through foster care or private adoption whether domestically or internationally.  Services are also available for those caring for a child through G docket guardianship or informal custody arrangements. Whether it’s a simple question, a need for more training or a more challenging problem, we are here to guide you.

Eligibility Requirements

Your family needs to be formed through adoption, guardianship, or custody or informal kinship relationships.

Description

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline connects you to trained crisis counselors 24/7. They can help anyone thinking about suicide, struggling with substance use, experiencing a mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. You can also call, text or chat 988 if you are worried about someone you care about who may need crisis support.

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline connects you with trained crisis counselors. It's free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Eligibility Requirements

None. Available at no cost to anyone 24/7. 

Description

We provide personalized one to one assistance, information & referral, community outreach, workshops and webinars for parents and professionals on a variety of topics relating to education, i.e., Special Education Laws from Section 504, EI to CSE ,Graduation and beyond. The Special Education Information Center assists parents and professionals to work in a collaborative manner to obtain appropriate information about the range of options, programs, services, and resources available to advocate effectively so that all children receive a free and appropriate public education in the Least Restrictive Environment. We are empowering parents so they can effectively advocate for their child/children in a very complicated services system.

In addition we offer an intensive Family Empowerment Advocacy Series one time per year. This 20-25 hour multi-session training series which prepares parents/guardians of children with disabilities to advocate within the educational system for their own children and as a volunteer for other families Participants are selected through an application process.

Eligibility Requirements

Must have a child with special needs.

Description

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter their family’s income.

After launching in 1995, the program grew quickly. First books were only distributed to children living in Sevier County, Tennessee where Dolly grew up. It became such a success that in 2000 a national replication effort was underway. By 2003, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library had mailed one million books. It would prove to be the first of many millions of books sent to children around the world.

Eligibility Requirements

There are no income or other qualifications to participate, and the program is available in several countries. Children can register and receive a free, age-appropriate book each month, mailed directly to their home.

Description

Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,400 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their SNAP EBT (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Electronic Benefit Transfer) card. Find a participating museum near you or browse our full list of participating museums.

Museums for All is a national, branded access program that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits. It is open to participation by any type of museum — including art, history, natural history/anthropology, and general museums, children’s museums, science centers, planetariums, nature centers, historic houses/sites, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, and arboretums.

The cost of museum admission can be a barrier for many low-income families. Participating museums provide reduced admission, ranging from free to $5.00, to visitors presenting their EBT card. This reduced rate is available during all normal operating hours to up to four individuals per EBT card. With a year-round open door policy, Museums for All invites low-income visitors to feel welcome at cultural institutions.

Eligibility Requirements

Those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,400 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID.

Description

The Division of Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) opened the Binghamton University Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic in September 2022 to provide speech and language therapy services to the community and clinical training opportunities for students.

This clinical service model provides clinical training to undergraduate and graduate students and expands access to speech and language therapy services in Broome County and the surrounding area.

Faculty in the Division of Speech and Language Pathology staff the programs listed below. Where indicated, services will also be available via telehealth.

• After School Program
• Aphasia Program
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Program
• Early Intervention and Preschool Program
• Parkinson's SPEAK OUT!® Program
• Social Skills Program
• Stroke and Brain Injury Program
• Stuttering Program

The Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic is located in Binghamton University's JC Center at 10 University Blvd. (formerly Gannett Dr.) in Johnson City, N.Y.

Eligibility Requirements

All services are by appointment only. Email slpclinic@binghamton.edu or call 607-777-4216 if you have questions. The clinic uses a reduced fee structure for individual therapy services at $25 an hour and group therapy at $10 an hour. Speech and language therapy evaluations are $100. This is a private pay clinic that does not accept any form of insurance.

Description

The HEARS Family Line assists parents and families by providing resources and referrals to a variety of services. Caring representatives guide families to services including food, clothing, housing, medical and behavioral health care services, parenting education and child care.

Representatives are available to help Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The line offers messages in 12 languages.

Eligibility Requirements

New York State resident.

Description

The Child Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need to thrive.

They are the leading independent nonprofit in children’s mental health, operating three Mission Areas that work together for greater impact: Care, Education and Science.

Eligibility Requirements

They deliver free resources to millions of families and training to hundreds of educators each year, so more kids get the help they need:

Description

The Division of Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) opened the Binghamton University Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic in September 2022 to provide speech and language therapy services to the community and clinical training opportunities for students.

This clinical service model provides clinical training to undergraduate and graduate students and expands access to speech and language therapy services in Broome County and the surrounding area.

Faculty in the Division of Speech and Language Pathology staff the programs listed below. Where indicated, services will also be available via telehealth.

• After School Program
• Aphasia Program
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Program
• Early Intervention and Preschool Program
• Parkinson's SPEAK OUT!® Program
• Social Skills Program
• Stroke and Brain Injury Program
• Stuttering Program

The Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic is located in Binghamton University's JC Center at 10 University Blvd. (formerly Gannett Dr.) in Johnson City, N.Y.

Eligibility Requirements

All services are by appointment only. Email slpclinic@binghamton.edu or call 607-777-4216 if you have questions. The clinic uses a reduced fee structure for individual therapy services at $25 an hour and group therapy at $10 an hour. Speech and language therapy evaluations are $100. This is a private pay clinic that does not accept any form of insurance.

Description

The Division of Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) opened the Binghamton University Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic in September 2022 to provide speech and language therapy services to the community and clinical training opportunities for students.

This clinical service model provides clinical training to undergraduate and graduate students and expands access to speech and language therapy services in Broome County and the surrounding area.

Faculty in the Division of Speech and Language Pathology staff the programs listed below. Where indicated, services will also be available via telehealth.

• After School Program
• Aphasia Program
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Program
• Early Intervention and Preschool Program
• Parkinson's SPEAK OUT!® Program
• Social Skills Program
• Stroke and Brain Injury Program
• Stuttering Program

The Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic is located in Binghamton University's JC Center at 10 University Blvd. (formerly Gannett Dr.) in Johnson City, N.Y.

Eligibility Requirements

All services are by appointment only. Email slpclinic@binghamton.edu or call 607-777-4216 if you have questions. The clinic uses a reduced fee structure for individual therapy services at $25 an hour and group therapy at $10 an hour. Speech and language therapy evaluations are $100. This is a private pay clinic that does not accept any form of insurance.

Description

The Division of Speech and Language Pathology (SLP) opened the Binghamton University Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic in September 2022 to provide speech and language therapy services to the community and clinical training opportunities for students.

This clinical service model provides clinical training to undergraduate and graduate students and expands access to speech and language therapy services in Broome County and the surrounding area.

Faculty in the Division of Speech and Language Pathology staff the programs listed below. Where indicated, services will also be available via telehealth.

• After School Program
• Aphasia Program
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Program
• Early Intervention and Preschool Program
• Parkinson's SPEAK OUT!® Program
• Social Skills Program
• Stroke and Brain Injury Program
• Stuttering Program

The Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic is located in Binghamton University's JC Center at 10 University Blvd. (formerly Gannett Dr.) in Johnson City, N.Y.

Eligibility Requirements

All services are by appointment only. Email slpclinic@binghamton.edu or call 607-777-4216 if you have questions. The clinic uses a reduced fee structure for individual therapy services at $25 an hour and group therapy at $10 an hour. Speech and language therapy evaluations are $100. This is a private pay clinic that does not accept any form of insurance.

Description

The HEARS Family Line assists parents and families by providing resources and referrals to a variety of services. Caring representatives guide families to services including food, clothing, housing, medical and behavioral health care services, parenting education and child care.

Representatives are available to help Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The line offers messages in 12 languages.

Eligibility Requirements

New York State resident.

211 Helpline: Your free and confidential link to health and human services serving Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates Counties. 211 Helpline Finger Lakes is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

211 Helpline: Your free and confidential link to health and human services serving Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates Counties. 211 Helpline Finger Lakes is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

211 Helpline: Your free and confidential link to health and human services serving Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates Counties. 211 Helpline Finger Lakes is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

211 Helpline: Your free and confidential link to health and human services serving Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates Counties. 211 Helpline Finger Lakes is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

211 Helpline: Your free and confidential link to health and human services serving Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates Counties. 211 Helpline Finger Lakes is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Directions in Independent Living is a non-profit organization with locations in Olean and Wellsville New York. Directions help people with disabilities live more independent lives. We have over 20 individual programs that specialize in many different areas or needs that these individuals may struggle with in their daily lives. The Directions organization has been described by its consumers as “understanding, supportive, accommodating, and family oriented.”

In-home behavior management and family advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. OPWWD eligibility assistance. Also, Family Peer Advocacy and Support for parents of children with Mental Health diagnoses in Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Chautauqua Counties.

In-home behavior management and family advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. OPWWD eligibility assistance. Also, Family Peer Advocacy and Support for parents of children with Mental Health diagnoses in Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Chautauqua Counties.

In-home behavior management and family advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. OPWWD eligibility assistance. Also, Family Peer Advocacy and Support for parents of children with Mental Health diagnoses in Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Chautauqua Counties.

The Allegany County Early Childhood Development and Education Coalition is a collaboration of health and human service agencies, governmental organizations, and local schools and universities who are working together to help families with young children stay safe, healthy, and be ready for kindergarten and beyond. 

The ROC provides mental health services (counseling, play therapy), care coordination, academic support programs, public support groups, community events, and training/internship opportunities—all designed to support the well‑being and self‑sufficiency of children and families in rural Western New York.

The ROC provides mental health services (counseling, play therapy), care coordination, academic support programs, public support groups, community events, and training/internship opportunities—all designed to support the well‑being and self‑sufficiency of children and families in rural Western New York.

The ROC provides mental health services (counseling, play therapy), care coordination, academic support programs, public support groups, community events, and training/internship opportunities—all designed to support the well‑being and self‑sufficiency of children and families in rural Western New York.

The ROC provides mental health services (counseling, play therapy), care coordination, academic support programs, public support groups, community events, and training/internship opportunities—all designed to support the well‑being and self‑sufficiency of children and families in rural Western New York.

The New York State Prekindergarten, Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade Learning Standards: A Resource for School Success are grade-specific resources that consolidate all learning standards into one comprehensive document that provides a uniform format to make them easily accessible for teachers, specialists, administrators and parents. From a planning perspective, these documents highlight the importance of addressing children’s development and learning across all developmental domains. 

These resources are not a curriculum, assessment, or set of teaching strategies but rather, resources for the learning that students should  accomplish by the end of  prekindergarten, kindergarten, first, and second grade. Users are encouraged to also review the full articulations of the New York State Learning Standards.

At Reach Out and Read, we believe all families should have the tools and information they need to make shared reading a daily routine. We help integrate guidance about reading into pediatric practices, advise families about the importance of building healthy relationships, and share books that serve as a catalyst for healthy childhood development and family bonds.

A Health Home is a community-based care management service model whereby all of an individual’s caregivers communicate with one another so that all social, physical, and behavioral needs are addressed in a comprehensive manner. This is done through a dedicated Care Manager who oversees and provides access to all of the services an individual needs to ensure they receive everything necessary to stay healthy, out of the emergency room and out of the hospital.

ELIGIBILITY

All children/youth must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for enrollment:

1.The child/youth is under the age of 21, enrolled in Medicaid and resides in a CHHUNY county.

2.The child/youth must meet the NYS DOH eligibility

3.Child/youth has significant behavioral, medical or social risk factors which can be addressed through care management.