March 13th, 2025

HWCLI's Community Services

HWCLI Events

HWCLI’s highly anticipated NYS Budget Debrief has been rescheduled, and we hope you can join us for this exclusive event opportunity!

📅 Date: Thursday, March 20th

⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (10:30 AM: Registration | 11:00 AM: Program)

📍 Location: SUNY Old Westbury, Recital Hall

🔹 Registration: Click here to register today. Registration is REQUIRED.

This year, we are honored to welcome back James McDonald, MD, MPH, Commissioner of the NYS Department of Health, for an in-depth discussion on Governor Kathy Hochul’s 2025 budget proposals and their impact on Long Island’s nonprofit, health, and human services sectors.

This is a rare opportunity to engage directly with NYS leadership, gain valuable insights, and explore how these proposals will shape Long Island communities. Space is limited, and registration is REQUIRED. Secure your spot today- Click here to register!

Community Resources

HIV/Aids Support Services for Nassau and Suffolk Residents

Are you living with HIV or AIDS and facing challenges with housing stability, food security, and paying utilities? EOC of Suffolk Inc. is now offering support services to assist you in meeting these needs.

To apply contact the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk Inc.'s Centralized Intake Coordinator Franchesca Rosario by email at frosario@eoc-suffolk.com or by phone at 631-289-2124 x 123.

They can assist with:

• Emergency Rental Assistance
• Emergency Utility Assistance
• Security Deposit
• Moving Expenses
• Brokers Fee
• Emergency Food Package
• Housing Advocacy

Eligibility:

• Persons Living with HIV/Aids (PLWHA)
• 500% the Federal Poverty Guideline
• Suffolk/Nassau County Resident

Wyandanch Health & Resource Fair 3/14

Save the date for the Wyandanch Health & Resource Fair, a community event offering free health screenings, wellness tips, and essential resources to support overall well-being. The fair will take place on Friday, March 14, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the The Family Life Center 20 Andrews Ave. Wyandanch, NY 11798. For more information, contact the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) Office of Minority Health at 631-854-0378 or OMH@suffolkcountyny.gov. To ensure accessibility for diverse communities, the flyer is also available in Spanish (“Feria de Salud y Recursos”) and Haitian Creole (“Sante ak Resous Fair”). Stay tuned for details on the Perinatal Health Services Program, which offers free and confidential support for expectant and new parents.

Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center Caregiver Education Conference 3/20

Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center will Host a Caregiver Education Conference on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Stony Brook University. This conference will be from 9am – 4pm.

There will be 5 Breakout Sessions:

• Music has Power® in Senior Wellness and Healthcare : Best Practices from Music Therapy
• Silver Editions Dance Presented by Dancing Classrooms Long Island
• In the Moment Presented by The Long Island Museum
• Art Expression – A Creative Experience for Caregivers & Their Loved Ones with Dementia
• Beyond Words: Uncovering Needs and Building Connections with Validation in Dementia Care

There will be 2 Main Sessions:

• Dementia Act 2: Dementia Act 2 is a powerful and inspiring program that amplifies the voices of individuals living with dementia, offering them a platform to share their experiences, perspectives, and insights.
• Synaptic Groove - a unique Long Island musical band that performs your favorite hits while educating about the benefits of music for your health.

Questions or Need Help – Call 631-580-5100 / www.adrcinc.org. . All are welcome. Breakfast, Lunch, parking, and refreshments included.

State of Emergency in Black Education on LI 3/20

Join advocates on Thursday March 20th from 6-9PM for a State of Emergency in Black Education on Long Island: "It Takes a Village". The location is Helen Butler Hall (565 Albany Ave., Amityville NY 110701). The panel discussion will include key topics such as: education disparities, employment equity, systemic racism in education, academic support beyond the classroom, impact of local elections on policies. Join to be apart of the solution to the challenges facing Black education on Long Island. Engage in impactful discussions on disparities, employment equity, systemic racism, and the role of local elections. Connect with educators, leaders and advocates to help shape a brighter, more equitable future. Your voice and presence matter-join us. For more information contact info@empactincny.org

New York State Wage and Hour Basics 3/21

Legal Services of Long Island's Legal Support Center for Advocates presents "New York State Wage and Hour Basics." Supervising Attorney John Batanchiev and Law Graduate Jacob Mortenson will review common wage and hour violations for low-income New Yorkers and the steps they can take to protect their rights.Join them on March 21st at 1PM via Zoom. Click here to register now. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing the meeting information.

FREE Mental Health First Aid Trainings 3/21 & 3/26

FCA's FREE Mental Health First Aid Classes are free for attendees who interact in ANY capacity with ANY Nassau County residents who are 55 yrs old and over (friends, family, colleagues, patients, clients, etc.). Upcoming dates include March 21st and March 26th.

 The class attendees must be 18 or over but do not need to live or work in Nassau, nor do the interactions need to take place in Nassau. They use the same manual that is for adults aged 18 and over and include information about topics specific to older adults (dementia, Alzheimer's, medical induced psychosis vs. mental illness and more). The MHFA organization provides a 3 year certification and there is an opportunity to receive a $30 gift card after completing the course. The course funding is provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Any questions, please email Jeanne Cacciatore, LMSW AT JCACCIATORE@FCALI.ORG or call/text 516 619-6786.

FREE C.N.A. Class 3/24

Start your career path with Long Island State Veterans Home's FREE C.N.A. Training Program! Apply by email today! Send your resume and letter of interest to lisvhcnaclass@lisvh.org. This is a 5-week training program to become a nys certified nursing assistant. There is free tuition for qualified candidates, and job opportunities at lisvh following completion of the nys exam. Take the first step on the nursing career ladder!

For more information call 631-444-8617, text 516-265-4009, or visit www.lisvh.org

FREE Talks to Support Parents & Caregivers 3/25 & 3/26

Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County for open conversations about living with children! These 45-minute talks are for parents and other caregivers of children between the ages of 0 -12. There is no fee to participate in these conversations, however advanced registration is required. Contact Kerri Reda at kkr5@cornell.edu for more information.

• 3/25 10AM: Chores and Allowance: Click here to register
• 3/26 6:30PM: Chores and Allowance: Click here to register

Family Empowerment Advocacy Series (FEAS)

The Family Empowerment Advocacy Series (FEAS) is BACK. Parents, grandparents, family members and guardians come join Parent to Parent of NYS Special Education Information Center for our FREEIn-Depth Training series to learn how to advocate for your child’s rights with in the special education system. Learn how to be an effective advocate!

Topics include: The training includes information about the special education process: the laws, regulations and policies related to students with disabilities. The training aims to improve communication and develop effective advocacy skills. 504 Pans- Special Education Regulations - Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - IEPs - Advocacy Skills - Advocacy– 504/IEP and much more.

This series prepares participants to better advocate within the education system for their children and be a resource for other families of students with special needs. Participants are selected through an application process. There are no fees; however, participants are expected to attend all virtual training sessions. Accepted applicants are expected to be willing to educate families residing in their county. Graduates of the program may be asked to assist other families. Examples of assistance include: talking to another parent, grandparent or guardian about education advocacy, assisting with problem solving, trouble shooting about their child’s education, or helping a parent, grandparent or guardian learn about the special education process. It is not an expectation that graduates attend CSE meetings. 

National Vietnam War Veterans Day Event 3/29

We invite Vietnam Veterans and the entire community to join us for a special ceremony to pay tribute to Suffolk County’s Vietnam Veterans. Join them on March 29th, 2025 (Rain Date: April 5th) at 11:30AM at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge. There will be a military ceremony, musical entertainment, tributes, military and veterans exhibits, food trucks and more! Feel free to bring your own lawn chair.

If you have questions please call (631) 853-VETS (8387).

Ask the Dietitian: FREE Diabetes Q&A

Cornell Cooperative Extension is hosting FREE Diabetes question & answer sessions with a nutrition expert. Ask your own questions, and receive healthy recipes shared monthly. Please note this is not a one on one nutrition counseling session.

FREE Drug Use Prevention Program

Guiding Good Choices is a free evidenced based drug use prevention program that provides parents of children 9 to 14 years old with the knowledge and skills needed to guide their children through early adolescence. Join these sessions virtually on Mondays from 10AM-12PM

FREE Blood Cancer Conference 4/5

The Metro New York, New Jersey and Connecticut - Hudson Valley Regions of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society are proud to present this free in-person education event to blood cancer patients, survivors, family members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.* Experts in the areas of blood cancer research, treatment, and survivorship will present information on each topic. Our goal is to educate conference participants about treatment options, emerging therapies, management of survivorship issues, and LLS resources. 

Join them on Saturday April 5th, 2025 from 9AM- 2:15PM at the New York Mariott Marquis (1535 Broadway, NY NY 10036). This is an in-person event and registration is required.

FREE Virtual Workshop on Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

Join Molloy University's Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate students for a free virtual workshop offered to all healthcare professionals (anyone caring for the medical, behavioral health, or social wellbeing of others) focused on identifying the signs of compassion fatigue and burnout, providing resources and tools to identify and combat burnout in the healthcare environment

Brentwood Health & Wellness Fair + Autism Awareness Walk

Join the Brentwood School District for a Health & Wellness Fair and Autism Awareness Walk on Saturday April 26th, 2025 from 10AM-2PM. This event will be taking place at Sonderling High School (2 Sixth Avenue, Brentwood NY 11717). There will be prizes, interactive activities, snacks and food trucks, community organizations tabling and more!

FREE Fair Housing Webinar 4/30

Join Long Island Housing Services for a Fair Housing Webinar on April 30th from 10AM-11:30AM. This training will empower individuals to recognize fair housing violations. This FREE training will empower individuals to recognize fair housing violations. This Fair Housing training will also cover a brief discussion on familial status discrimination, sex discrimination, disability discrimination, and other prohibited basis. The webinar will also discuss what to do when they experience or suspect housing discrimination.

This training will provide ASL interpretation services upon request by April 15, 2025 as a reasonable accommodation. Este webinario/entrenamiento de capacitacion a cerca de justicia en la vivenda tendra interpretes en español.

FREE Diabetes Prevention Program

The Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH) is pleased to offer the “Power to Prevent T2.” This multi session initiative is part of the CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) and is proven to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes through achievable and lasting lifestyle changes. We are encouraging health care providers to recommend this program to their patients if they are at risk for type 2 diabetes, have a diagnosis of prediabetes, or have a previous diagnosis of gestational diabetes. “Power to Prevent T2” provides a trained lifestyle coach, group support, and teaches participants how to eat healthier, increase activity and reduce stress. When patients join the program, they will receive a full year of support. Sessions are weekly for 1 hour for up to six months and then monthly for the rest of the year.

To sign up today call 516-227-9694 or visit nassaucountyny.gov/preventdiabetes

Winter Preparedness Resources

Need help with winter utility bills? Learn about programs that can protect your services and assist you in managing your bilis. Learn about programs that can protect you r serv1ces and assist you in managing your bills.

Please download and share DPS' Spanish and English Winter Preparedness flyer, Winter Preparedness Flyer which includes a QR code that opens directly to their webpage. Consider placing it in high traffic areas.

• Place it in a physical location like your office lobby area.
• Hand it out at exhibiting events or place on your table.
• Include it in digital or physical mailings to your community.

Housing Opportunities for People Living with HIV/AIDS

There are permanent affordable housing opportunities for single adult men and women diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. This opportunity includes case management and supportive services available to all residents, newly renovated single rooms that meet EPA Energy Star requirements, 6 different locations in suffolk, all of which have rent that is 30% of resident's income.

Individuals must provide proof of diagnosis from a physician to be eligible. For more information and assistance contact UVBH HQ by email at info@uvbh.com or by phone at 631-665-1571.

MHAW Active Parenting Program

MHAW has new Parenting Groups forming in April. The Active Parenting Program is an opportunity for parents of youth ages 5-12 years old to engage in an evidence based, comprehensive parenting program and receive mutual support from other parents. These groups are offered at no-charge to parents residing in Suffolk County.

They will be offering two options for parents to select the time that works best for them. We will be offering a daytime session and an evening session (parents will be asked to select one session to remain with for the duration).This group will take place virtually and is available to parents residing in Suffolk County. 

For more information, contact Jasmine Lucas, Coordinator of Mental Health Education and Training at jlucas@mhaw.org | 631-471-7242 x1315

Prediabetes/ Diabetes Workshops

Join the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County for a free virtual 15 minute workshop for those with prediabetes or diabetes and their loved ones. Workshops are on the first Wednesday of every month at 12PM. All are welcome!

Zoom Meeting Information:

• Link to Join: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97009233089? pwd=V09PRmkvbDMvTVpRbUNvNnlyd2ZUdz09
• Meeting ID: 970 0923 3089
• Password: CCE

FREE Virtual Diabetes Support Group

If you or a loved one have diabetes or prediabetes join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County's FREE virtual diabetes support group on the second Monday of every other month at 6:30PM.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

• May 12th
• July 14th
• September 8th
• November

Zoom Information: Meeting ID: 918 0748 4123, Passcode: Diabetes 

Hope for Youth Foster Care Program

Your love could be the light in a child's life. Consider fostering. Learn more by clicking here or email Devyn at dryan@hfny.org or call 631-782-6515.

FREE Seizure First Aid Certification

The National Epilepsy Foundation has launched the first and only Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification training to support the 3.4 million people in the U.S. with epilepsy. This training provides information to increase the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to recognize seizures and safely administer seizure first aid. The Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification training program was developed with input from a panel of experts, including physicians, nurses, public health professionals, people with epilepsy, and other leaders in the field of epilepsy. Content for the curriculum was derived from the National Epilepsy Foundation’s website, the CDC’s Epilepsy Program, and the International League Against Epilepsy. 

What You Will Learn

• How to recognize signs of a seizure
• How to respond with proper seizure first aid
• When to call for help

Why should you know Seizure First Aid?

Seizures can happen anywhere and at any time. Knowing how to help someone during a seizure can make a difference and save a life. The Seizure First Aid Certification training provides information to increase the knowledge, skills, and confidence in recognizing seizures and safely administering seizure first aid.

For more information, please contact:

Janet Romeo at (516) 739-7733, option 1, ext. 145, or jromeo@epicli.org

1500 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554

Stony Brook Cancer Center Resources and Events

Stonybrook Cancer Center has health education opportunities that can help raise awareness and promote cancer prevention and screening. Contact them today to schedule a FREE health education program at your organization!

Interactive presentations are available in-person or virtual, can be tailored to any audience, and are available in English and Spanish for the following topics:

• Cervical Cancer/HPV
• Skin Cancer/Sun Safety
• Lung Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• General Cancer Overview
• Clinical Trials

To reach out to the Office for Community Outreach and Engagement contact COE@stonybrookmedicine.edu or 631-444-4263.

FREE Cancer Screenings

WDI Child Care Scholarship Program

WDI's Child Care Scholarship Program provides financial support for working families to help cover child care costs. Apply today! Limited capacity by region. Questions? Contact scholarship@wdiny.org

Parker Jewish Institute Scholarships for Nursing  

Unlock Your Nursing Career

We are pleased to announce the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation scholarship programs to provider financial help to students pursuing licenses as certified nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, or registered nurse. The aim of this special program is to support the career advancement of health care workers by providing them with financial aid to grow both professionally and personally.

The scholarships will be awarded based on several qualifications, including being enrolled in a healthcare program, living in the catchment area, being in good academic standing, and demonstrating financial need.

Scholarships are available for the following categories:

• Up to $1,250 for students pursuing a license as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• Up to $5,000 for students pursuing a license as an Practical Nurse
• Up to $10,000 for students pursuing a license as a Registered Nurse

Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis.

Full Scholarships for CASAC Training for Suffolk County Residents

The Suffolk County Department of Health has established full scholarships for Suffolk County residents who wish to obtain CASAC certification at OTI, out of the first phase of the Opioid Settlement funds in Suffolk County. Scholarships will cover the full cost of all coursework for recipients, valued at $5,950 per person. In addition, 40 students will receive paid internships at Outreach, with each receiving a stipend of $1,500.

The Suffolk County Workforce Development Scholarships (SCWDS) scholarships will be targeted at individuals seeking to pursue their CASAC certification and who have demonstrated an interest and passion for helping people in the Suffolk County community. These individuals be those who work in Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) and Office of Mental Health (OMH) programs, human and social service agencies, or at health facilities. They may have been involved in volunteer work in their communities and/or religious, civic, or cultural institutions. They could be individuals in recovery who provide peer-to-peer support to others.

If you have any questions, please contact Anthony Pereira at p (718) 847-9233 ext. 2309 eor anthonypereira@opiny.org

Career Pathways Training Program

The demand for healthcare professionals has never been greater. The Career Pathways Training (CPT) program is our solution. This transformative experience enables students to further their education, advance their career and make a meaningful impact in their community—all at no cost to you. Whether you are just starting your educational journey or are looking for growth opportunities in your current role, the CPT program can help.

Program Offerings:

• Financial Assistance
• Wrap-Around Support
• Paid Release Time
• Job Placement Assistance

Target Occupations:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Certified Pharmacy Tech (ChPT)
• Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC)
• Registered Nurse (AAS, BSN, RN to BSN)
• Respiratory Therapist (RT)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Physician Assistant (PA)
• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

FREE Professional Development Opportunities for Child Care Providers

The educators of Cornell Cooperative Extension are pleased to bring you a variety of in-person and virtual professional training programs. This is a collaboration between the Early Childhood and Human Development educators of CCE. In-person programs will be held from 8:30-11:00am at the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center’s Ag Hall, located at 350 Yaphank Road, Yaphank, NY. Doors open at 8:30am, programs begin promptly at 9:00am. Virtual programs will run from 6:30-7:30pm

Creating Healthy Schools and Communities

Creating Healthy Schools and Communities (CHSC) is a New York State Department of Health chronic disease prevention initiative that is dedicated to improving the food and physical activity environments in schools and communities. Targeting the Towns of Babylon, Islip and Hempstead, CHSC promotes strategies that encourage children and adults to make the healthier choice the easier choice. We look forward to acquainting CHSC with HWCLI partners and are available to answer any questions. For further information, please contact: agibbons@wsboces.org and kkirschb@wsboces.org

Improving Doula Access and Integration Community of Practice

The New York Coalition for Doula Access (NYCDA), in partnership with Health Leads and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, is launching a 12-month Improving Doula Access and Integration Community of Practice (CoP) — a learning community for people with common interests, concerns, or challenges in reproductive healthcare. As Medicaid reimbursement for doulas in New York State rolls out, this CoP of doulas, clinicians, advocates and subject matter experts has a unique opportunity to broadly support and increase the accessibility of the expanding doula workforce to birthing individuals.

They are recruiting NY based providers like OBGYNs, Midwives, L+D Nurses, Nurse Managers, Hospital Administrators and Doulas that are interested in better birth outcomes. If you are interested in joining the Improving Doula Access and Integration Community of Practice, please complete this interest form. Participants will learn and share best practices that address barriers to doula care in hospital settings, build cross-sectional relationships, reduce barriers to doula integration and improve maternal health outcomes. For more information or questions, please email NYCDA@HealthLeadsUSA.org.

Parker at Your Door: Mobile Vaccination Program

Parker has joined thousands of individuals and groups in the fight to end the COVID-19 pandemic. We have teamed up with Parker at Your Door to bring the vaccine to people who are homebound, uninsured, and other high-risk people who need help getting access to the vaccine. 

They offer vaccines by appointment with their mobile vaccination program. To make an appointment, click the link below, scan the QR code, or call  (718) 289-2606. Participants will receive a $20 gift card to Amazon!

Interested in Hosting a Mobile Vaccination Program?

Parker at Your Door, in collaboration with multiple vaccine partners is providing COVID-19 vaccines at senior residential developments, senior centers, churches, community organizations, workplaces, and other locations throughout the region. If you are interested in hosting a vaccine event in your community, please call (718) 289-2606 or email payd@parkerinstitute.org.

Parker Jewish Institute Support for Caregivers and Loved Ones of a Family Member Diagnosed with a Terminal Illness

Dental Financial Assistance for Veterans

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in partnership with NYU Dentistry’s Veterans Oral Care Access Resource (VOCARE) is helping Veterans with blood cancer gain access to dental care. Any Veteran, regardless of dental benefit class, who requires dental procedures to begin lifesaving therapy for a blood cancer, or as a consequence of therapy for a blood cancer, will be eligible for financial assistance to cover the costs of dental services. 

Care will be provided at the NYU Dentistry Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities. Although treatment takes place in New York City, the program is available to all Veterans as long at they reside in the U.S., or a U.S. territory, and can travel to New York City. All expenses for the required dental care will be covered, as long as funding is available. Veterans can receive services more than once. Covered expenses include, but are not limited to, extractions, root canals, jaw surgery, dentures, cavity fillings, and gum disease.

To apply, call an LLS Information Specialist at (800) 955-4572 and a knowledgeable Specialist will assist you in determining your eligibility and help you apply.

Financial Assistance for Patients with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Co-Pay Assistance Program provides eligible CLL patients up to $4,500 annually for treatment-related expenses.

They can help pay for:

• Medical insurance premiums
• Treatment-related co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance (for expenses covered by the program)
• Co-pays for prescription medication related to prescribed treatment
• Co-pays for labs, scans, and tests as follow-up care after being diagnosed.

Healthcare professionals may apply on behalf of a patient. Based upon historical and recent trends, we anticipate the CLL Co-Pay fund will be open through the summer 2024.

For a full list of covered expenses, visit our website at www.LLS.org/copay

Questions?

• Visit: www.LLS.org/copay (for English) or www.LLS.org/copagos (for Spanish)
• Email: FinancialAssistance@LLS.org 
• Call: (877) 557-2672

Baby/Infant Drive

FREE Lactation Support Groups

FREE breastfeeding/chest feeding support groups for expecting an new parents (and their families)! Sessions are available virtually or in person, and in English, or Spanish. Sessions entirely in Spanish are led by bilingual and bicultural lactation professionals. Please direct any questions to BFREE@northwell.edu

Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center Caregiver Support Groups

The Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center provides Caregiver Support Groups. If you are providing care for someone with Alzheimer's Disease or another Dementia you DO NOT have to meet these challenges alone. Attend a Caregiver Support Group where you will be provided emotional, educational and social support.

Family Service League Health Families FREE Family Support Specialist Program

Healthy Families is here to support you in your most important role: being a parent. Their FREE in-home program offers support with:

• Pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care
• Building a strong bond with your child- even before they are born
• Interactive play and activities that help your baby learn and grow
• Managing the day-to-day stresses of parenting
• Connecting with resources in your community
• Much more!

Meet with one of their family support specialists to ask questions, share thoughts, and receive reliable information based on your own family's needs.

SCDHS Office of Minority Health Smart Start

PSEG Long Island Programs

Energy bills can be a significant household expense and it’s understandable that it can sometimes be a struggle to keep up. Unemployment, disability, a medical emergency or other unexpected event can impact your ability to pay. Energy assistance programs from PSEG Long Island and other sources are available and we can help get you the aid you need.

Energy costs can be a significant part of any household’s budget. Household Assistance Program (HAP) can lower your electric bills by about $40 every month. Eligible customers receive a monthly discount for instant savings on every bill. PSEG will also enroll most HAP customers in our convenient Balanced Billing program, which will help you budget with equal monthly payments. For more information, visit psegliny.com/assistance. If you have someone who needs immediate assistance with their bill, call our Advocacy Hotline at (631) 755-3407.  

Free English, Life and Job Skills Courses on any Mobile Device

Cell-Ed is a tool for use on any mobile device to learn English and build skills. It is sponsored by the New York State Office for New Americans. Cell-Ed is free, secure, and available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. No smart phone or internet is required since it is available through dial-in. Cell-Ed is accessible through WhatsApp. 

Cell-Ed helps users build skills for life and work, learn English or Spanish, and take their next steps in work and education. Users can learn at their own pace, anywhere and at anytime by participating in 3-minute lessons with real-life examples. Coach assistance is available in English, Spanish and Mandarin. Learners earn certificates of completion for completed courses.

How do I sign-up?

Call the free, multi-lingual New York State New Americans Hotline to be connected to your local Office for New Americans partner: 1-800-566-7636. The Hotline is available Monday - Friday, from 9 AM - 8 PM. Have other Cell-Ed questions? Contact NewAmericans@dos.ny.gov

988 Crisis Number

Nonprofit Professional Services

Together Long Island Newsday Media Campaign

On January 31, 2025 Newsday launched Together Long Island, a massive, multimedia campaign to highlight the important work that organizations are doing on Long Island. Together Long Island is designed to create awareness, convey information and stimulate volunteerism and donations locally in 2025 and beyond. 

United Way of Long Island is honored to join Newsday as a Founding Partner in this new endeavor for our region. We will be using the platform and its media campaign to highlight our community partners and specific, topical programs. Together Long Island’s site will serve as a one-stop repository of information on local community and charitable efforts like yours.

How you can participate

United Way of Long Island will be listing all of their community partners on our dedicated landing page in the TogetherLI hub. Newsday is offering the opportunity for our nonprofit community partners to enhance their listing. The enhanced listing will include a custom profile page that outlines your mission, important events, how the community can get involved to support your organization, and a hyperlink to your website. If you chose to move forward with the enhanced listing, there is a nominal $250 annual fee paid to Newsday. Simply fill out the electronic form and you will receive a dedicated profile on the United Way of Long Island’s microsite through January 31, 2026. You may also refresh your information quarterly.

Newsday will be hosting two 30-minute virtual info sessions that you may join to learn more on March 14th at 9:00 a.m. and March 18th at 12:30 p.m. Email invitations for the sessions will be sent out to all of United Way of Long Island’s nonprofit community partners.

We are excited to announce our partnership in the Together Long Island program and urge you to learn more about Newsday’s Together Long Island initiative and how you can use the platform to promote your organization and the important work you’re doing on Long Island.

If you have any questions before the virtual session, please reach out to Angela Fioretti via email at afioretti@unitedwayli.org or at 631-940-3746.

Hofstra Health Sciences Career & Internship Fair 4/9

Hofstra University's Health & Human Services Career & Internship Fair is a great way to meet with Hofstra students! The career fair is open to students of all class levels. Students will be seeking full-time, part-time, internship and volunteer roles.

Please review the registration options as you complete the form, noting that standard registration includes entry for two recruiters, one six-foot table, and a light lunch. If you wish to add a third recruiter, you will be charged an additional $50. We cannot permit more than three representatives, including interns. *You must complete the "Job Title" portion of the registration form, which indicates the position(s) that you are seeking to fill. If you are unsure of your recruiting needs at this time, please put "TBD" as a placeholder, thank you!*

Event registration

Standard registration: $300

Non-profit/government registration: $150

Event sponsorship

To become a sponsor, please click the "extra options" tab of the registration form. Sponsors will have their company logo appear on all print and virtual promotions and will receive premier table placement at the fair.

N.C.C.C. Annual Day of Service Volunteer Fair 4/10

You are invited to participate in Nassau Community College's Annual Day of Service! The Applied Learning Committee is holding a Volunteer Fair to bring agencies with volunteer/internship opportunities together with our students and faculty who are looking for such opportunities. This face-to-face event will be held in our CCB multipurpose room from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thursday, April 10, 2025. We will have tables set up for agencies around the perimeter of the room, and invite students in to speak to you!

Please RSVP by emailing Laura.E.Smith@ncc.edu by Tuesday, April 1, with the name and contact info of attendees.

FREE Grief in the Workplace Training

COPE is now offering a FREE Grief in the Workplace training, which provides actionable tips for coping with one’s grief in a professional environment and teaches insightful strategies for both employers and employees on creating and sustaining a supportive, grief-informed workspace.    

COPE is a nonprofit grief and healing organization that supports and connects grieving individuals with others facing similar losses through professionally led support groups for families, healing workshops, a grief support phone line, a bereavement camp for children and parent/caregivers, and trainings for community partners.

Please connect with COPE if you are in need of support for your healthcare staff, trainings about bereavement and grief, and crisis support for your professional community. Trainings are provided by Thanotologist and Social Worker, Rashida Sanchez. Contact us at 516-832-2673 or info@copefoundation.org.

Microsoft Nonprofit Grants

Microsoft Tech for Social Impact is dedicated to providing affordable and accessible technology to help nonprofits of all sizes achieve their mission. Microsoft offers grants and discounts for their products and services to eligible nonprofits. To learn more about Microsoft’s most popular nonprofit offers, download the Microsoft Nonprofit Grants Proposal.

To get started with Microsoft nonprofit grants and discounts, register and confirm your organization’s eligibility. Already registered as a nonprofit? Login to your Microsoft Nonprofit page and access Admin Center. Watch our guided demo to help you get your free Microsoft 365 licenses.

New York Institute of Technology (NYIT): Consultants for Public Good

Are you a Non-Profit interested in increasing your volunteer capacity? Learn more about New York Tech's premier volunteer program, Consultants for the Public Good. This is a skilled-based volunteering program that encourages students, faculty, and staff to apply their expertise in a volunteering capacity. For example, UX/UI students can work on updating a Non-Profit organization’s website, outlining the plans for an app, or even interior design/architecture students can consult on a space. Overall NYIT can source students for a specific project that an organization has in mind- whether long or short-term projects and even simply helping at events. Projects can vary in length if the deliverables are clear. 

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Established in 1947, the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI) is a regional, nonprofit umbrella organization for health and human service providers dedicated to improving the lives of Long Island’s most vulnerable residents by responding to their needs through the promotion and development of public policies and direct services. To learn more, visit www.hwcli.org or call 516-483-1110.