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The
Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services
identifies the needs of the elderly in Westchester; creates plans for
meeting those needs; and advocates for responsive policies, programs,
actions, legislation and resources on behalf of the elderly. The
department also offers recreational programs and activities.
For
more information, call Corina De Leon at (914) 813-6393 or visit their
website.
The
Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection
works to protect consumers, ensure a fair marketplace, investigate
consumer complaints and educate the community on consumer issues.
A
tenant's guide to pesticides and a booklet on preventing mail fraud are also
available by mail. Call (914) 995-2162 or visit their website.
Westchester
County Department of Health works in conjunction with many local
organizations, as well as schools, and the community. Available
information includes:
These
files are in PDF file format which can be viewed and printed through ADOBE
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download it, you will need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC.
Westchester
County's Emergency Planning for Indian Point Booklet is geared towards
residents living within 10 miles of the
power plant, and gives information on what to do in case of an emergency. Click here
to read the online version
The
Westchester County Office for Asian Affairs is constantly assessing the
needs of Westchester's Asian-American community and coming up with ways to solve
problems. Daisy Yau, who heads the office, works closely with
schools, local organizations churches, health centers and government departments
to see how they can better meet local needs. The office offers a full
package of information about the different programs and
services available within county government. To request a package please
call (914) 995-2476.
"The
Do's and Don'ts of Recycling"
Department
of Environmental Facilities
Easy Street NY is a not-for-profit program sponsored by the New York State Department of Transportation and administered by MetroPool. Easy Street NY offers employers an opportunity to improve the quality of their employees' commutes through vanpooling and train/bus shuttle programs. For more information about Easy Street NY, call 1-800-FIND-RIDE or visit their website.
Visit
Westchester County's website at www.westchestergov.com
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