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Community Services

Below, you’ll find information about government and private organizations that provide critical services to our community. We strive to make this list as comprehensive as possible – if you have any suggestions for resources or organizations that should be included, please email us at info@allbanyonline.com.

General Resources
Childcare, Youth & Family Services
Employment & Labor
Health Services
Health Insurance
Housing Services
Nutrition Services
Safety Services
Tax & Finance Assistance
Veterans Services
Local Service Centers

General Resources

Advancing Tech Valley "Discover Tech Valley, Rediscover Home" Initiative
http://advancingtechvalley.org

Recently a new online resume program was designed to encourage young professionals to return to Tech Valley. Companies participating in the program agree to give additional thought to former residents looking to return to the area. The program also offers information about the region's childcare programs, education, housing and cultural opportunities. For more information on how to be a part of this initiative visit this website.

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) – MyBenefits
www.mybenefits.ny.gov/selfservice/

MyBenefits is an interactive online tool that helps users find out if they are eligible for different NYS programs and services. Upon answering a number of lifestyle related questions the MyBenefits program will provide users with eligibility information relating to resources such as food stamps, earned income tax credit, and child and dependent care tax credit. This website also provides links to general information on different NYS resources. Also and if users have already registered for food stamps and or have signed up for electronic benefit transfer (EBT) there is a button that allows users to view their personal account.

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)- Resources for Working Families
http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/workingfamilies/default.asp

Upon visiting this webpage you will see a list of links that provides further information on a number of different NYS resources. These resources range from food stamps, childcare services, and tax credit/ assistance to job placement services. After clicking on a link or resource of choice you will have access to program descriptions, eligibility requirements, benefits, and direction on how to apply.

OTDA- How to Apply for Services
http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/apply.as

This links directs users to the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance informative website on how to apply for different NYS services. This website provides information on how to apply for benefits, social security disability insurance, child support services, food stamps and more. Within each program application description there are links to printable application forms as well as links that direct you to your local county department of Social Security website.

Local Departments of Social Services
http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/workingfamilies/dss.asp

This link provides a quick and easy way for you to have access to your local department of social services website. After identifying the social service office that is closest to you, simply click on the link of choice and it will direct you to the web page of that particular department of social service.

Albany County- Department of Social Services
http://www.albanycounty.com/departments/dss/programs_services.asp?id=186

This is the link to the Albany County Department of Social Services website. Upon clicking this link you will be directed to the Albany County DSS page on programs and services. When viewing this page you will see a list of local resources such as child support and enforcement, food stamps, and Medicaid programs in Albany County. When clicking on these different resources you will have access to general information on the programs as well as an address and or phone number for you to seek further assistance.

Childcare, Youth & Family Services

OTDA- New York Child Support Online
https://newyorkchildsupport.com/

The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) website provides information on NYS Child Support. By navigating this webpage you will have the ability to access information regarding where child support payments should be sent, and how child support payments can be received. Within a menu located on the left hand side of the webpage you may also access further information regarding child support programs and services, eligibility, the application process and more.

NYS Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) – Programs and Services
https://newyorkchildsupport.com/general_services_info.html

This is a direct link to the DCSE programs and services webpage. This site offers more detailed information regarding child support, teen parenting, eligibility, how to apply, paternity establishment, and support enforcement.

NYS DCSE - Local Child Support Offices
https://newyorkchildsupport.com/DCSE/LocalChildOffices.do

This link is tool to help you locate child support offices closest to you. Contact information for these offices are also provided.

NYS Gang Prevention – Programs
http://www.nysgangprevention.com/programs/index.html

The Department of Youth and Workforce services New York Gang Prevention website provides extensive information on youth gang prevention. Here you will find a list of affiliated gang prevention programs offered by the Department of Youth and Workforce service and community partners.

Albany County Department for Children, Youth and Families Programs and Services
http://www.albanycounty.com/departments/cyf/programs_services.asp?id=183

This link directs users to the Albany County Department for Children, Youth and Families, programs/services webpage. A list of programs and services that the Albany County Department for Children, Youth, and Families has to offer is provided on this webpage. Services range from recreation programs for children from low income or single parent families to runaway and youth homeless programs. Each program listed includes a general description of the service as well as contact information for further assistance.

City of Albany Youth and Workforce Services
http://albanyny.gov/Government/Departments/YouthAndWorkforceServices.aspx

The City of Albany website for its department of Youth and Workforce Services offers a review of the many services it has to offer. The website also includes contact information for further information on each program. Located within a menu on the left side of the webpage there is a list of links that direct users to more detailed information on each individual program and service the department for youth and workforce services has to offer.

City of Albany – Youth Programs
http://albanyny.gov/Government/Departments/YouthAndWorkforceServices/YouthPrograms.aspx

The city of Albany provides many programs to solve youth problems and improve the quality of life for young people. Each program, such as Albany YouthBuild and Project Reconnect, contain the key elements that help young people to succeed - personal safety, structure, a sense of belonging and access to learning opportunities.

Albany City Schools- Pupil Personnel Services
http://www.albanyschools.org/district/Programs/PupilPersonnel.html

The City District of Albany Pupil Personnel Services are responsible for providing guidance, attendance, child protective services, home schooling, home tutoring, central registration, homeless liaison services and implementing the disciplining procedures for those students who violate the distracts code of conduct. The Albany City Schools website on Pupil Personnel services offers contact information as well as information on guidance and counseling services, open enrollment, and student work permits and working papers.

Albany City Schools- Extended Day Programs
http://www.albanyschools.org/district/Programs/PupilPersonnel.html

All of Albany City district schools offer extended day programs that not only offer working parents an opportunity for child care, but also provide students with extended learning and enrichment activities. More information on extended day programs offered in different Albany schools can be found on this website.

Family and Children’s Service of the Capital Region, Inc.
http://www.fcscapitalregion.org

Family and Children’s Service of the Capital Region is the oldest counseling and family service not-for-profit in the country. Today, the organization provides thousands of families and individuals with the counseling, programs and information resources they need to maintain satisfying and healthy lives. Clients may benefit from flexibly scheduled counseling and specialty services that are provided by seasoned licensed therapists and information professionals.

Capital District Child Care Council
http://www.cdcccc.org

The Capital District Child Care Coordinating Council is a non-profit organization serving parents, employers and child care providers in Albany, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady counties in New York State. It is a resource and referral agency, providing resources to the community by improving the availability and quality of child care, and a referral service counseling parents seeking child care.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Albany
http://www.bgcalbany.com

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Albany are dedicated to inspiring and enabling all young people, especially those from disadvantages circumstances, to realize their full potential. In doing so the Boys and Girls Clubs offer an array of programs that provide a safe place for children to learn and grow, including an After School Program, teen programs, Pre-K Woodson School, tutoring, and summer camp. Information on these programs can be found within a menu on the right hand side of the webpage, under programs and services.

Employment & Labor Services

NYS Department of Labor- Unemployment Insurance Division http://www.labor.state.ny.us/ui/ui_index.shtm

Unemployment insurance is temporary income for eligible works that have became unemployed through now fault of their own. This link connects to the NYS Department of Labor website for unemployment insurance. Information regarding how to file a claim, claim weekly benefits and so on is located within a list titled information for claimants on this webpage.

NYS Department of Labor- How to File an Unemployment Insurance Claim http://www.labor.state.ny.us/ui/how_to_file_claim.shtm

This is a direct link to the NYS Department of Labor webpage on how to file an unemployment insurance claim. Detailed information including what you should have available before filing a claim is included within this site.

NYS Department of Labor – Unemployment Insurance Benefits Online
https://ui.labor.state.ny.us/UBC/home.do

This is a link to the New York State Department of Labor's (NYSDOL) online unemployment insurance application. This website provides a safe, efficient way to file a claim for unemployment insurance benefits, claim weekly benefits, or inquire about benefit payment status.

NYS Department of Labor – Finding a Job
http://www.labor.state.ny.us/careerservices/CareerServicesIndex.shtm

The New York State Department of Labor offers career services and online information to assist you or someone you know in finding a job. This link provides a list of services and online tools that the NYS Department of Labor offers. Each additional link displayed within this webpage guides users to suiting their labor related needs.

New York State Job Exchange (NYSJE)
http://www.americasjobexchange.com/ny

The New York State Job Exchange is an online site that allows users to search for jobs and related labor information. After registering and creating an account on NYSJE users have the ability to create a resume and cover letter, post resumes online, apply for jobs, and have jobs listings sent directly to personal email accounts. The NYSJE website is easy to navigate and registration for job seekers located on the bottom left side of the page is quick and easy.

NYS – Workers Compensation Board
http://www.wcb.state.ny.us

The NYS Workers compensation board is an easy way to find information regarding workers compensation benefits, insurance, health care information and more. Upon visiting this site each tab includes further information and instructions on how to obtain certain benefits. All workers with an on the job injury or illness should click on the workers tab to either file a claim, find a doctor, and or find answers to any question relating to job related injuries or illness.

Capital Region: Workforce Investment Board (WIB)- Job Seeker Services
http://www.capreg.org

The capital region WIB provides assistance at its one-stop career centers for all those searching for jobs. The WIB one-stop centers offer assistance with resume writing, interviewing skills, and the career search. These centers also provide many resources and materials free of charge for use during the job search process. Upon visiting the WIB site on job seeker services users will also find contact information for each local one-stop center as well as links to workshops that the WIB provides.

City of Albany – Workforce Services
http://albanyny.gov/Government/Departments/YouthAndWorkforceServices/WorkforceServices.aspx

The City of Albany offers many workforce related services in order to help enhance employment opportunities. The two main programs that the workforce department has to offer are the Albany Career Center and the Community Voicemail Program. The Albany career center is responsible for providing enhanced employment opportunities including a resource library (including computers), free office resources (telephone, fax, copies), support services, and more. The Community Voicemail Program directly links individuals to jobs, housing, safety and stability. More information on each program can be found on this website.

Luther Forest
http://www.globalfoundries.com/careers/

GLOBALFOUNDRIES is currently constructing a state-of-the art manufacturing facility in Malta, New York (Saratoga County). Learn more about career opportunities here.

NYS Department of Labor - Online Job Bank
http://www.laborny.jobs

Search available jobs by keyword, occupation, city and company name. Job hunters can post resumes for free; employers can post job openings and view resumes for free.

Health Services

New York State Hospital Profile
http://hospitals.nyhealth.gov

The NYS Hospital Profile offers users the ability to search information about different hospitals throughout New York State. Each Hospital listed provides users with a general overview of the facility and measures of quality, surveillance, procedures, services, and beds. This link is intended to be a tool to help spark conversation with health care professionals, family, and friends about local hospitals that can best suit your needs.

New York State Home Health and Hospice Care
http://www.homecare.nyhealth.gov

The NYS Home Health and Hospice Care Profile offers users the ability to search home care options within different counties throughout New York State. This site allows users to compare different home care services based on a general overview of the service and measures of quality, inspection and enforcement. Each health care and medically related service listed within this profile is evaluated based on standards set by the NYS Department of Health.

NYS Nursing Home Profile
http://nursinghomes.nyhealth.gov

The NYS Nursing Home Profile offers users the ability to search information about different nursing homes throughout New York State. Each Nursing home listed provides users with a general overview of the facility, and measures of quality, inspection, complaints, enforcement and location. Listed nursing homes within this profile are evaluated based on quality measure data from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Albany County Department of Health Programs and Services
http://www.albanycounty.com/departments/health/programs_services.asp?id=171

This link directs users to the Albany County Health Department webpage on health programs and services. When viewing this webpage you will see a list of local health resources such as dental service, HIV testing and counseling, and Home Health Care programs offered in Albany County. After clicking on these different health programs you will have access to general information on the resources as well as an address and or phone number for you to seek further assistance.

Albany County- NY Connects; Choices for Long Term Care
http://www.albanycounty.com/nyconnects

Albany County NY Connects is a program that offers free information and assistance on an array of services that offer long-term care. This resource is intended to help residents of Albany County get in contact with local service providers who offer different nutrition and wellness programs. This link directs users to the Albany County NY Connects webpage; which lists some of the services that they provide information and assistance on, as well as Albany County NY Connects contact information.

New York State Smokers’ Quitsite
http://www.nysmokefree.com

This link to the New York State Smokers’ Quitsite page provides users with a number of tools to help them, friends and or family members stop smoking. A menu on the left hand side of this webpage offers information on how to quit, it provides tools for quitting, and amongst other things provides a profile that helps users find local stop smoking programs.

City School District of Albany- Health Services
http://www.albanyschools.org/district/Programs/HealthServices/Health.html

The City School District of Albany is committed to providing school environments that promote and protect children’s health, well-being and ability to learn. This site provides a list of important health related links and information for parents regarding their child’s health.

Healthy Capital District Initiative- Seal A Smile Oral Health Services
http://www.hcdiny.org/sealasmile.htm

The Healthy Capital District Initiative program Seal a Smile Oral Health Services provides preventative dental care to elementary school aged children in schools were over 35% of the children are eligible for the federal free lunch program. Seal a Smile provides school based dental services such as screenings, cleanings, fluoride and sealants. Seal a Smile also refers all uninsured school children to their facilitated enrollment program for assistance in applying for child help plus. This link provides further information on the Seal a Smile Program.

HCDI - The Poverello Center: Free Adult Primary Care
http://www.hcdiny.org/povcenter.htm

The Healthy Capital District Initiative is the provider of the Poverello clinic, a medical clinic that offers free adult primary care on Wednesday evenings. Poverello provides high quality care to the uninsured adults in the immediate community, reducing the charity care burden on our local health care providers. This link provides further information on the Poverello Clinic services.

Koinonia Primary Care
http://www.drbobcares.org

The Koinonia Primary Care clinic provides healthcare resources that include the healing power of prayer and the highest quality of conventional medical treatment. Emphasis is on programs that provide preventive healthcare, healthcare education, healthcare advocacy and empowerment so that individuals, families, and the community can partner in healthy and whole living.

Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Services – Albany Health Center
http://www.wmyhealth.org/locations/albanyHealthCenter.cfm

The Albany Health Center offers a ranger of primary care and specialty health services. The Albany Health Center also offers complementary services that include health education and screenings, training for students and AmeriCorps members, translation services, and WIC transportation. Information on how to contact the Albany Health Center for more information about these services is listed on this site.

Health Insurance

Medicaid in New York State
http://www.health.state.ny.us/health_care/medicaid/index.htm

This link directs you to the New York Department of Health webpage for Medicaid in New York State. This is an informational site that educates users on the qualifications, application process and amongst other things the health services covered by Medicaid.

New York State’s Family Health Plus
http://www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/fhplus/index.htm

This link directs users to the New York State Family Health Plus webpage. This is an informational site that answers many questions relating to the Family Health Plus programs purpose, eligibility, and application process. Users have access to a more detailed list of questions and answers located within a menu on the right hand side of the website.

New York State’s Child Health Plus
http://www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/chplus/index.htm

This link directs users to the New York State’s Child Health Plus website. The New York State’s Child Health Plus website is an informational site that answers many questions relating to the Child Health Plus programs purpose, benefits for children, and the application process. Users have access to a more detailed list of questions and answers relating to Child Health Plus located within a menu on the right hand side of the website.

Parental Care Assistance Program (PCAP)/ The Medicaid Obstetrical and Maternal Services (MOMS) Information
http://www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/pcap/index.htm

This link directs you to the NYS Department of Health webpage that provides general descriptions of the NYS PCAP/ MOMS programs. Most importantly this webpage can assist you in obtaining the necessary care for you and your baby. Also on top of answering general questions relating to these programs the site offers contact information to the Growing Up Healthy Hotline, which is responsible for referrals to local pregnancy care providers.

Health Insurance Application Assistance (HCDI)
http://www.hcdiny.org

Healthy Capital District Initiative’s Facilitated Enrollment Program provides free help to individuals and families who wish to apply for child health plus, family health plus, Medicaid health insurance, and PCAP. The Facilitated Enrollment Program provides assistance throughout the health insurance application process. This site provides more information on this service program as well as on the different health insurance options.

Housing Services

Albany Housing Authority
http://www.albanyhousing.org

The Albany Housing Authority has variety of housing available including traditional public housing, NYS assisted public housing, project based vouchers, Low Income Housing Tax Credit apartments (LIHTC), and LIHTC units that are public housing units. The homeownership programs that the Albany Housing authority has to offer help provide affordable housing to low-income families in Albany.

United Tenants of Albany (UTA)- Direct Services
http://www.unitedtenantsalbany.org/direct_services.html

United Tenants of Albany (UTA) is a community based nonprofit organization that works to improve housing conditions, both in terms of physical conditions and in terms of tenants' rights for security and equity. UTA concentrates its activities in low and moderate-income neighborhoods in Albany, NY. Information on services available to individuals at UTA can be found on this webpage. Such services include a homeless prevention service, housing crisis telephone hotline, mediation between tenants and landlords service and more. Further information about UTA can be found on a menu located on the right hand side of the website.

Homeless and Travelers Aid Society (HATAS) – Services
http://www.hatas.org/Service.htm

HATAS is a professional human services agency that focuses on emergency services for homeless people, and complimentary programming in mental health, employment, housing, and domestic violence. Here you will find information on a list of the services that HATAS has to offer. Such services include a 24-hour Homeless Emergency Service Program, a Homelessness Intervention program, mental health services, domestic violence emergency services, and more.

Nutrition Services

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance –Nutrition Programs
http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/workingfamilies/nutrition.asp

Upon visiting this webpage you will see a list of links that provides further information on a number of NYS nutrition programs. These programs range from food stamps, School Breakfast and Lunch Programs, the Women, Infants and Child (WIC) program and the Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP). After clicking on a link or resource you will have access to information on how to participate in each of these programs.

Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance- Food Stamps
http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/foodstamps/default.htm

This link directs users to the OTDA informational webpage on Food Stamp Services in New York State. Located within a menu on the right hand side of this page users may access general information relating to food stamps, the application for food stamp benefits, information on the NYS Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program, and Food Stamp outreach material.

NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets – Farmers Market Nutrition Program
http://www.agmkt.state.ny.us/AP/agservices/marketing.html

The Famers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) Provides checks to low income, nutritionally at risk families enrolled in special supplemental nutrition programs for women, infants and children (WIC) and senior nutrition programs. These checks are redeemable for fresh produce at participating famers markets. This link directs users to the NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets website on the FMNP. Here users can find further information about participation in the program and as well as personal contact information.

City School District of Albany- Free and Reduced Priced Meals
http://www.albanyschools.org/district/FoodService/FreeReducedMeals.html

The city school district of Albany offers Free and reduced-price school meals for children from income eligible households. This links provides all the necessary information on how to apply for reduced priced meals as well as income eligibility information.

Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY
http://www.rfbneny.com

This link directs users to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY website. On the “Services & Programs” page, you will have access to an agency list of all of the food pantries, soup kitchens, and emergency shelters organized by county, type, and town. This webpage also includes a phone number for agency contact information.

Hunger Action Network of NYS
http://www.hungeractionnys.org/

The Hunger Action Network of NYS is a membership of direct food providers, advocates and other individuals whose goal is to end hunger and its root causes, including poverty, in New York State. The Hunger Action Network of NYS website offers an array of information for either advocates or those in need. Located within menus on the right and left hand sides of the webpage users will find emergency food resources, federal nutrition programs for low-income families like food stamps and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), and more.

Safety Services

Crime Watch- Keep Our Communities Safe!
http://www.troopers.state.ny.us/Counter_Terrorism/Crime_Watch/

Located on the NYS Division of State Police website this link provides contact information for confidential victim and crime reporting.

NYS Police: Crime Prevention
http://www.troopers.state.ny.us/Crime_Prevention/

This link to the Division of NYS Police website offers information on varies types of crime prevention. A list organized by categories such as drugs, juvenile crime, and violence is not only informative on these crimes associated dangers but also provides information on how users can prevent these types of crimes in their community.

Crime Victim Specialists Information
http://www.troopers.state.ny.us/CONTACT_US/Crime_Victims/

The New York State Police assigns Crime Victim Specialists (CVS) to work closely with both police and local victim service agencies in order to meet the needs of innocent victims of crime. This link to the Division of State Police website provides users with CVS contact information. To find out which troop services your area there is link on bottom of the webpage that assists users in locating their local troop.

NYS Crime Victims Board – Services
http://www.cvb.state.ny.us/Services.aspx

The NYS Crime Victims Board (CVB) has the three-tiered mission to provide compensation to innocent victims of crime in a timely manner, fund direct services to crime victims, and advocate for the rights and benefits of all innocent victims. This link provides you with access to the CVB service page. There you can find further information regarding crime victim’s compensation, direct services, reimbursement and more.

Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence- Help for Victims
http://www.opdv.state.ny.us/victims/index.html

The New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) is an agency dedicated to ending domestic violence. This link directs you to the help for victim’s OPDV page where an array of information surrounding identification of domestic abuse and free confidential solutions is provided.

New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault
http://www.nyscasa.org

This website provides informational and resources for all aspects of sexual violence, including a database of Crisis Centers searchable by zip code.

Albany County- Crime Victims and Sexual Violence Center
http://www.albanycounty.com/departments/cvsvc/

This link directs you to the Albany County Crime Victims and Sexual Violence Center webpage. The links homepage offers general information regarding the Crime Victims and Sexual Violence Center and how the agency might be of assistance to you. A menu located on the right hand side of the website provides further information on the different programs and services that the agency has to offer, links to related websites, contact information and more.

Albany Police Department - Children and Family Services Unit
http://albanyny.gov/Government/Departments/Police/DetectiveDivision/ChildrenAndFamilyServicesUnit.aspx

The Children and Family Services Unit (CFSU) of the Albany Police Department is responsible for investigations involving domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency, missing persons, and other crimes where children are the victims and offenders. The CFSU is also responsible for maintaining a list of all registered sex offenders living in the City of Albany. This link provides further information on the CFSU and how to get in contact with them.

Albany Police Department- Crime Mapping
http://albanyny.gov/Government/Departments/Police/cmapping.aspx

Based on reported incidents and crimes the Albany Police Department has created an online interactive crime mapping system. Users are now able to view maps of the city of Albany that reveal different crime “hot spots”. After clicking this link users will need to accept a crime mapping user agreement. Once agreement has been accepted users may view maps that display the location of previous weeks reported incidents and crimes. Interactive crime mapping is not only a way for the Albany Police Department to make sure police resources are allotted to areas in need, it is also a way for residents in the city of Albany to be aware of what is going on around them.

Red Cross
http://www.redcrossneny.org

The American Red Cross of Northeastern New York helps people prepare for, prevent and respond to disasters, as well as providing life-saving trainings and support services. Their eight-county service area includes Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Schenectady and Schoharie counties and the town of Waterford in Saratoga County.

Tax & Financial Assistance

ODTA- Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
http://www.otda.state.ny.us/main/reform/

The Federal and State Earned Income Tax Credits are refundable tax benefits for working people with low or moderate incomes. This ODTA site offers general information on EITC in New York State and who is eligible. For further information is provided on the websites Earned Income Tax Credit Brochure link.

Veterans Services

Albany County Veterans Service Bureau-Programs and Services
http://www.albanycounty.com/departments/veterans/programs_services.asp?id=190

The Albany County Veterans Service Bureau provides different programs and services to help veterans gain financial compensation for their struggles. Upon visiting this site users will find a list of links to the programs that the Veterans Service Bureau has to offer. The programs range from helping blind veterans gain financial compensation to services for homeless veterans. Each link provides further information on how to get involved as well as contact information.

Local Service Centers

Albany Community Action Partnership – Programs and Services
http://www.acoi.com

Albany Community Action Partnership is an organization of dedicated individuals, acting in partnership with the community to enhance the quality of life in Albany County. The Albany CAP’s mission is to empower individuals, children, and families to achieve economic self-sufficiency and social well-being. This site lists each program and service that the ACAP has to offer, services include a food pantry, furniture assistance programs, early learning centers and more. After clicking on a program of choice users may find further information on the program as well as contact information.

Albany Public Library
http://www.albanypubliclibrary.org

The Albany Public Library upholds the public’s free access to information and fosters life-long learning. APL provides materials in a variety of formats, technology, services and programs to fill informational, educational, aesthetic and recreational needs of the community. The APL currently has six branches and a Bookmobile, which travels throughout Albany's neighborhoods, making stops at senior housing, schools, after-school programs, Head Start locations, and special community events. APL is rapidly moving ahead on new branch construction and renovation plans. The Pine Hills Branch will almost double in size when it utilizes the second floor of its existing building, the John A. Howe Branch will be rehabilitated and a new Delaware Branch will be in a renovated building on Delaware Avenue. Construction on two new branches, the Arbor Hill/West Hill Branch on Henry Johnson Blvd. and the John J. Bach Branch on New Scotland Avenue, will begin in 2008.

Equinox, Inc. Community Services Agency
http://www.equinoxinc.org

The new equinox community service center offers an array of programs for those in need. Programs include youth services, youth shelter counseling services, independent living apartments, domestic violence services, medical examinations and adventure based programs. This site provides some general information on each program and contact information for further information and assistance.

Parsons Child and Family Center
http://www.parsonscenter.org

Parsons is the area's largest multi-services agency in Upstate New York dedicated to helping families and their children. The agency provides counseling services, parenting education, child abuse/neglect prevention and treatment, family strengthening programs, early childhood family support, special education, youth development programs, and mental health services. Centralized Intake accepts all inquiries and referrals to all agency programs and services. Information on referrals and admission to these programs can be found on this website.