Helpful Resources

Mental Health Resources

Andrus Children's Center

Andrus Children's Center is a lead provider of programs and services for children and families throughout Westchester County and the tri-state area. There is a local branch in Peekskill, NY.

In addition, to Andrus providing outside of school mental health services, Andrus now provides a school-based mental health program within our building.

"The S.E.E.D. Program (Social and Emotional Enrichment and Development) provides screenings to all referred children; assess the need for mental health treatment and appropriateness for services if indicated. Once admitted to treatment with the program, clinicians will work with caregivers and children to develop appropriate treatment plans to address mental health concerns. Ongoing services that will be provided include individual therapy for the child, regular contact and collateral sessions with caregiver to address any concerns at home, family therapy sessions, and consultation with teachers and school staff to support intervention for any classroom issues. These services are provided in the school during the school day, but the opportunity exists to continue treatment in the clinic (including psychiatric services or a group modality)."

Please contact Mrs. Di Genova, Mrs. Rodefeld, and/or Mrs. Caccavale for more information.

Westchester Jewish Community Services

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is a non-sectarian, state-licensed, not-for-profit agency that serves all people who live or work in Westchester County. WJCS has been a leader in mental health, home health care, developmental disabilities, and human services.

Family Services and Support

Family Ties of Westchester

Family Ties provides support services to families of children with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties in Westchester County.

Friends of Karen

Friends of Karen is an accredited children's charity that provides emotional, financial, and advocacy support to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.

Support Connection

Support Connection is a not-for-profit organization located in Yorktown Heights, NY that offers free personalized support programs for people affected by breast and ovarian cancer.

Support for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

The National Resource on ADHD

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) is a national non-profit organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD.

Social, Recreation and Therapeutic Programs

SPARC

Special Program and Resource Connection (SPARC) provides active, challenging, and creative recreation for people with developmental disabilities, as well as respite for their families in the local community. Weekly activities foster individual potential, new friendships and eliminate isolation. Programs and trips in typical community venues allow participants to strengthen inclusion skills and acceptance in their neighborhoods. SPARC also supports the community through resources, training and consultation for local agencies and professionals.