Caring Communities

The Institute for Community Living (ICL) in New York, NY is dedicated to helping children, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds and ages who are living with serious mental illness, substance use disorder, and developmental disabilities achieve greater health and independence. With a focus on equity and a whole health approach, ICL provides a range of services including housing, treatment, coordinated care, and support for children and families, aiming to empower individuals to lead full and productive lives regardless of their starting point. Generated from the website

Abraham House was founded in 1993 by three Rikers Island chaplains, who have more than 60-years experience at the Department of Corrections. The inmates are required to finish their high school education, and are counseled for their problems, learn to take social and personal responsibilities, get a job. The organization provides a full-range of assistance and services to a person who has been incarcerated and to the families of inmates, particularly their young children. Abraham House operates three primary programs, including an Alternative to Incarceration Program, a family and pastoral center, and a year-round after school program. Its overhead and program expenses are underwritten by private grants and donations, and by the residents themselves who contribute a portion of wages earned while in residence. Abraham House is located in Bronx, N.Y.

The Center for Family Support (CFS) is a human services non-profit agency based in New York and New Jersey, dedicated to providing personalized support to individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their families. Through person-centered support services and programs, CFS empowers participants to grow, learn, and thrive within the community. CFS encourages advocacy as a vital life skill for individuals with disabilities, offering a calendar of programs and opportunities for self- and political-advocacy. The organization relies on generous donations to fulfill its mission of delivering person-centered care, special services, and programs to those it serves, while also providing job opportunities for passionate individuals looking to make a difference in people's lives.Generated from the website