How can I find out about adopting a child? |
To begin the adoption process or for more information, please call 995-5302. You can also call 1-800-454-3727, or contact the New York State Department of Social Services State Adoption Service. The New York State Department of Social Services also issues Family Albums and Blue Books that contain photographs and descriptions of children who are available for adoption. These can also be found in local libraries or can be viewed at our office at 112 East Post Road, White Plains from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday each week, except holidays.
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995-5302 |
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Department of Social Services |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/social/Fam%20Child%20Services/Adoption.htm |
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What resources are available to me and my family to help with alcohol abuse, drug prevention, HIV/AIDS or Teen Sexuality. |
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Westchester County’s Alcohol and Substance Abuse program and Department of Health both have programs and services to address alcohol and other substance abuse, prevention and use, HIV/AIDS and related issues, teen sexuality, etc., as does the NYS OASAS. The Youth Bureau’s Directory of Funded Services contains listings of programs that typically address prevention of all of these risk taking behaviors.The Westchestergov.com Kids Website has some excellent resources as well. |
Contact
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Mary Landrigan - 813-5013
Marlene Furtig - 995-4683
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Department of Sommunity Menatl Helath, Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Departmetn of Health, NYS OASAS, ReCAPP |
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www.westchestergov.com/kids |
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How do I get emergency assistance? |
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Emergency assistance is available through the Department of Social Services. You can apply at any of the district offices. They are located in Mt. Vernon, Peekskill, White Plains and Yonkers. |
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DSS District Offices:
Mount Vernon Center
100 East First Street
Mount Vernon, NY 10550-3442
(914) 813-6000 Mt. Vernon,
Peekskill Center
750 Washington Street
Peekskill, NY 10566-5499
(914) 862-5000
White Plains Center
85 Court Street
White Plains, NY 10601-4201
(914) 995-5889
Yonkers Center
131 Warburton Ave.
Yonkers, NY 10701-2539
(914) 231-2000
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995-5000 |
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DSS |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/dss/OTFS/Emergency.htm |
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Can I get emergency assistance if I’m not a U.S. Citizen? |
Yes, in some cases. Those who came to the United States before 1996 are elgible for services. Even those who came after can get limited assistance.
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DSS District Offices:
Mount Vernon Center
100 East First Street
Mount Vernon, NY 10550-3442
(914) 813-6164 Mt. Vernon,
Peekskill Center
750 Washington Street
Peekskill, NY 10566-5499
(914) 862-5078
White Plains Center
85 Court Street
White Plains, NY 10601-4201
(914) 995-5889
Yonkers Center
131 Warburton Ave.
Yonkers, NY 10701-2539
(914) 231-2653
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995-5000 |
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DSS |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/social/OTFS/alien.htm |
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What are the requirements for Food Stamp Eligibility? |
The program is designed to provide a nutritional supplement for both public assistance and non-public assistance households who meet certain eligibility standards with respect to income, resources, and alien status. Factors such as household size, shelter/utility expense, and monthly income are taken into account in determining specific benefit levels for each household.
see website for specific eligibility standards |
Contact
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DSS District Offices: Mt. Vernon, Peekskill, White Plains, Yonkers |
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District offices:
Mount Vernon Center
100 East First Street
Mount Vernon, NY 10550-3442
813-6164
Peekskill Center
750 Washington Street
Peekskill, NY 10566-5499
862-5078
White Plains Center
85 Court Street
White Plains, NY 10601-4201
995-5889
Yonkers Center
131 Warburton Ave.,
Yonkers, NY 10701-2539
231-2653
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DSS |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/social/OTFS/Food%20Stamp.htm |
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How do I become a foster/adoptive parent? |
You can apply to become a foster parent if you…
- are at least 21 years old. There is no upper age limit.
- are married, single or living with a partner.
have sufficient income to meet your own family’s needs.
- are able to provide each child with his/her own bed although children can share a bedroom.
You can apply to be an adoptive parent if:
- Must be at least 18, but there are no maximum age restrictions.
- Can be single, married, widowed, divorced, or legally separated. Couples are required to be married a minimum of one year. Proof of marriage, legal separation, divorce or death of a spouse is required.
- Need an income sufficient to meet your family’s needs. Accepted sources of income include pension, disability, or public assistance.
- Must be in good health. Applicants are asked to have a physical examination to documents that their health permits them to care for a child.
- Must be able to provide a child with his or her own bed although children can share a room.
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Contact
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112 East Post Road, White Plains, New York |
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(914) 995-5302 or (1-800) 454-3727 |
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DSS |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/social/Fam%20Child%20Services/FosterCare.htm |
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www.westchestergov.com/social/Fam%20Child%20Services/Adoption.htm |
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How do I get housing/homeless assistance? |
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Eligibility for temporary shelter and services is determined at the Yonkers, Peekskill, Mount Vernon, or White Plains offices of Social Services, depending on where you last lived in the county of Westchester. |
Contact
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DSS District Offices:
Mount Vernon Center
100 East First Street
Mount Vernon, NY 10550-3442
(914) 813-6164
Peekskill Center
750 Washington Street
Peekskill, NY 10566-5499
(914) 862-5078
White Plains Center
85 Court Street
White Plains, NY 10601-4201
(914) 995-5889
Yonkers Center
131 Warburton Ave.
Yonkers, NY 10701-2539
(914) 231-2653
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DSS |
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www.westchestergov.com/social/Housing/Househome.htm |
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How do I obtain a PINS petition? |
White Plains
PINS to 16 Intake
Supervising Probation Officer
Marie Forbes, 995-2641
PINS to 18 Intake
Supervising Probation Officer
Jerard Rauso, 995-6610
Yonkers District Office
Supervising Probation Officer
Richard Localio, 231-2299
New Rochelle District Office
Supervising Probation Officer
Steven Haigh, 813-5504
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Contact
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White Plains
PINS to 16 Intake
Supervising Probation Officer
Marie Forbes, 995-2641
PINS to 18 Intake
Supervising Probation Officer
Jerard Rauso, 995-6610
Yonkers District Office
Supervising Probation Officer
Richard Localio, 231-2299
New Rochelle District Office
Supervising Probation Officer
Steven Haigh, 813-5504
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See above |
Contact
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jgl1@westchestergov.com |
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Dept. of Probation |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/probation |
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How do I obtain a senior citizen identification card? |
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Senior ID cards are available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the County Center at Tarrytown Road, Central Park Avenue and the Bronx River Parkway in White Plains and at the offices of the County's Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation, 25 Moore Avenue, Mount Kisco. The County's Department of Senior Programs and Services also has mobile sites where seniors can obtain identification cards. |
Contact
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Alice Pouch |
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(914) 864-PARK. OrThe Department of Senior Programs and Services at (914) 813-6300. |
Contact
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ajm4@Westchestergov.com |
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Department of Parks and Recreation or Department of Senior Programs and Services |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/Parks/SideBar/parkpass2.htm |
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www.westchestergov.com/aging |
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What does the Youth Bureau do? |
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The Westchester County Youth Bureau promotes positive youth development based upon the belief that families and extended families are fundamental sources of care, support and guidance for children and youth. Our schools and other community-based services both formal and informal, are appropriate and effective complements to this foundation. The Youth Bureau seeks to nurture and strengthen the capacity of these basic institutions to foster positive youth development for Westchester’s young people.The Westchester County Youth Bureau contracts with service providers who deliver programs and services to youth and families throughout Westchester. Westchester County Youth Bureau co-chairs with the Department of Social Services the Westchester County Integrated Services Plan. |
Contact
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Marlene Furtick |
| Phone: |
995-4683 |
Contact
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mef3@westchestergov.com |
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Human Resources |
More info: |
www.westchestergov.com/youth |
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