disability
Who do I call for help with information and referrals?
If I am discriminated against because of a disability, who can I call?
How can I learn more about programs and services for persons with disabilities?
What types of respite services are available to help families of individuals with developmental disabilities?
Where can I obtain a reduced fare card which gives discounts on the county's Bee-line System for someone with a disability?
If I am disabled and cannot ride the Bee-Line System are there other public transportation options?
 
Who do I call for help with information and referrals?
Dial 211 for help with information and referrals, including Health and Human Services.

More info:

 http://www.westchestergov.com/departments_hotline_numbers.htm
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If I am discriminated against because of a disability, who can I call?
If you are discriminated against because of a disability in the areas of employment, housing, employment, public accommodation or credit you may call the Westchester County Human Rights Commission, located at 112 E. Post Road, White Plains, New York, 10605, (914) 995-7710 to file a complaint. In some cases you may be referred to other local human rights agencies to file a complaint. The Westchester County Human Rights Commission office will handle the complaint or make sure you receive timely and confidential assistance.
Contact Name: Delores Scott Brathwaite, Esq. Executive Director
Phone: 995-7710

Contact email:

 HRC@westchestergov.com
Dept: Human Rights Commission
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How can I learn more about programs and services for persons with disabilities?
The Westchester County Office of the Disabled can answer your questions, provide assistance and/or direct you to resources. The office maintains an on-line comprehensive Disability Resource Guide to provide people with disabilities, their families and caregivers a convenient and accessible means of finding services throughout Westchester County. Their office is located at 148 Martine Avenue, Room 102, White Plains, NY 10601.
Phone: Phone (914) 995-2957 and TTY (914) 995-7397

Contact email:

 ehl2@westchestergov.com
Dept: Office for the Disabled

More info:

 http://www.westchestergov.com/disabled.htm

http://www.westchestergov.com/aboutwestchester_lawfaqs.htm
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What types of respite services are available to help families of individuals with developmental disabilities?
In-home and out of home services are available. Family Support in Westchester County funds Respite services. Call Claudia Mace at the Hudson Valley DDSO for information 995-7745.
Contact Name: Amy Goldstein at Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health or Claudia Mace at Hudson Valley DDSO.
Phone: Amy Goldstein at 995-2065 or Claudia Mace at 995-7745.

Contact email:

 Axg1@westchestergov.com
Dept: Department of Community Mental Health

More info:

 www.westchestergov.com/metnalhealth

http://www.westchestergov.com/mentalhealth/ddfamilysupport.htm.
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Where can I obtain a reduced fare card which gives discounts on the county's Bee-line System for someone with a disability?
The Office for the Disabled at (914) 995-2957 can answer questions regarding this program.
Contact Name: Andrea Sadowski
Phone: at (914) 995-2957 and (914) 682-3408 (TDD)

Contact email:

 ASF5@westchestergov.com
Dept: Office of Disabled

More info:

 http://www.westchestergov.com/disabled
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If I am disabled and cannot ride the Bee-Line System are there other public transportation options?
Yes, The Westchester County Office for the Disabled runs the para-transit system - a system of mini-buses specifically designed for those who cannot ride regular public transport. To apply for service call the Office for the Disabled at 995-2956.
Contact Name: Andrea Sadowski
Phone: 995-2956

Contact email:

 ASF5@westchestergov.com
Dept: Office for the Disabled

More info:

 http://www.westchestergov.com/disabled
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