Greenwich United Way
A family owned business that has been serving emergency and non-emergency medical transportation needs since 1940. Transportation is provided between patients’ homes and medical facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes, and cancer centers.
River House Adult Day Center (formerly Greenwich Adult Day Care) is a private, non-profit organization that strives to enrich the lives of older adults confronted with age-related needs and/or impairments in a safe and enjoyable environment. In 1977, River House, then known as the Witherell Pavilion Club, opened its doors at NATHANIEL WITHERELL. In 2008, […]
The Department of Human Services is divided into 6 Programs – ADULT & FAMILY SERVICES, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM, COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, HOMEMAKER SERVICES, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES & SENIOR SERVICES, all listed separately. The mission of the Department of Human Services is to support Greenwich residents in meeting basic human needs and promoting services that foster self-sufficiency and economic independence. These […]
Abilis (ABLE-ISS), a nonprofit, United Way agency previously was known as Greenwich ARC. It began in Greenwich in 1951, when parents and the local Junior League and Community Chest joined forces to help children with developmental disabilities. Today, Abilis meets the myriad needs of people with developmental disabilities – not only in childhood, but throughout […]
Nonprofit, independent volunteer organization that prepares and delivers meals to Greenwich residents at home. Anyone, regardless of age, who is temporarily or permanently disabled, or recuperating from an illness or operation, may use this service. This independent chapter was started by the WOMAN’S CLUB in 1960.
Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents of a child with autism. Their longtime friend Bernie Marcus donated $25 million to help financially launch the organization. Since then, Autism Speaks has grown into the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, […]
The Alzheimer’s Association, Connecticut Chapter is the primary source of information and support to the thousands of Connecticut residents dealing with the effects of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. The mission: To eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the […]
The Connecticut Chapter was founded in 1984, as a grassroots, self-help, education, support and advocacy organization. It’s made up of parents, relatives and friends of people who have mental illness. The group is dedicated to the eradication of the stigma of mental illness and the improvement of the quality of life of those affected by those […]
Laurel House helps individuals and families achieve and sustain mental health to lead fulfilling lives in the community. The core purpose is early intervention, social inclusion and recovery. Laurel House, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has been in operation since 1984 and serves 8 towns in lower Fairfield County from Greenwich to Westport.
A voluntary, private, nonprofit family service agency established in 1942 to serve Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Westport, Weston, and Wilton. Call to see if the program you need services Greenwich. They are funded by the State, fee-for-service programs, and private sources.
Founded in 1986, this national nonprofit’s mission is to advance access to comprehensive Medicare coverage and quality health care for older people and people with disabilities by providing exceptional legal analysis, education, and advocacy.
Social, recreational, and educational organization for Americans over 50. Membership is open to members of the national AARP. There are currently over 300 members in Greenwich.
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