COVID-19 Resources
Rensselaer County Department of Health COVID-19 Community Resource Guide - https://www.rensco.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/RC-COVID-Community-Resource-Guide-fSept-2020.pdf
Rensselaer County Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Community Resource Guide - https://www.renscochamber.com/index.php/coronavirus-resource-guide
CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) COVID-19 Information - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Links for patients with developmental disabilities:
OPWDD - How Do I Get Services? (The Front Door program) - click the link to the left, or call 518-388-0398 ("The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects you to the services you want and need. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins, which helps you learn about and access service options that take your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.")
Applied Behavioral Analysis from Patterns Behavioral Services (serving Warren, Essex, and surrounding counties - call (657) 444-9002 ext 208) - "
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science dedicated to the improvement of lives through a very systematic method of strategic teaching. At Patterns, we intend on bringing our full arsenal of behavior change tactics and strategies to every situation that we encounter, with every family that we serve. We love what we do, and you will notice this difference immediately. At Patterns, we know that our compassion will enable us to thrive and grow as we support families. We truly look forward to working with and serving our clients."
Wildwood Programs - School Age Family and Community Engagement Center -
Wildwood provides supports and services to people of all ages with conditions described as developmental disabilities, complex learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders. At Wildwood we value understanding each individual as a whole and unique person.
Medicaid Transportation Information: Medical Answering Services
www.medanswering.com
Rensselaer County - 1-855-852-3293 Albany County - 1-855-360-3549
Schenectady County - 1-855-852-3291 Saratoga County - 1-855-852-3292
Families of Rensselaer County - http://www.healthyfamiliesnewyork.org/
Serves all of Rensselaer County
Samaritan Hospital
Phone: (518) 271-3923
F ax: (518) 271-7219
Program Director: Laurie McBain, LCSW
Brochure - English
Brochure - Spanish
Rensselaer County Health Department: www.rensco.com/departments/public-health/ Provides services such as:
Children with Special Needs Medical Reserve Corps Health Services
Immunization Services Public Health Education Health Preparedness
CEO – Commission on Economic Opportunity: The CEO organization is comprised of over 250 employees, who together run over 25 different programs that help people rise out of poverty. Their employees come from many walks of life, but all share one thing in common – a dedication to making the Capital Region of New York a healthier and happier place. CEO understands the complex factors that contribute to poverty in our area, and work tirelessly to help people in need to achieve success. CEO has ten sites throughout Rensselaer County. Some of the services offered through CEO include:
Family and Education Family Support Services Head Start & Early Head Start
Universal Pre-Kindergarten Financial Literacy Healthy Homes
Health & Wellness Programs Food Pantry WIC Program
website:
http://www.ceoempowers.org Phone: (518) 272-6012 Email:
info@ceoempowers.org
Commission on Economic Opportunity CEO’s Community Resource Center
2331 Fifth Avenue 2328 Fifth Avenue
Troy, NY 12180 Troy, NY 12180
The Troy Baby Café at CEO – A FREE drop in center for pregnant and breastfeeding moms and their supporters. Meet other breastfeeding moms and receive up to date information from breastfeeding professionals while feeling safe, relaxed and valued. For information, call (518) 272-6012 ext 255
Virtual Baby Cafe - Virtual meetings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12-2 PM, and every 1st and 3rd Wednesday evening from 6-730 PM.
For more information - Baby Cafe is a national free drop-in meeting for pregnant and breastfeeding families and their supporters. It offers families the chance to meet other parents and receive up to date information from lactation professionals in a relaxed, welcoming, and safe environment. The Capital Region Baby Cafe Facebook page
is where families can find up-to-date information on the links and other resources in the community.
Greenbush La Leche League – Offers free support for families during their breastfeeding experiences through monthly meetings, 24/7 phone, text, and email support, online support groups, and one on one house calls.
Greenbush La Leche League Website:
www.capitalregionbreastfeeding.org
3737 NY Highway 43 Email:
capitalregionbreastfeeding@gmail.com
West Sand Lake, NY 12196
The Food Pantries for the Capital District - a coalition of 61 food pantries in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties. We provide funding, delivery, coordination of services and food drives, and education and training to our member food pantries. Membership and all services are free to member food pantries.
Phone:(518)458-1167 Website:
www.thefoodpantries.org e-mail:
Pantries@thefoodpantries.org
32 Essex Street
Albany, NY
Whitney M. Young Health Center – Provides quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services without regard to income. Three local health centers available.
Website:
http://www.wmyhealth.org/contact-us/