Organization Category: Youth and Family
The Office of Higher Education is the state agency that administers state student financial aid programs, licenses and accredits independent colleges and universities, and oversees private occupational schools. With federal funds, […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 14, 2013
Greenwich Adult & Continuing Education, a non-profit organization, provides a program for high school students through adults of all ages, who work or live in the greater Fairfield/Westchester area. Some […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 6, 2013
Begun in 1914, this is the largest provider of intercity transportation in the country. Their nearest terminal is located at the Stamford Metro North railroad station. Charters are also available.
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 2, 2013
The Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped is a network library of the Library of Congress’ National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. They lend books and […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 24, 2013
By statute, DSS is the state agency responsible for administering a number of programs under federal legislation, including the Food Stamp Act, the Older Americans Act, and the Social Security […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 24, 2013
The Tiny Miracles Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping families with premature infants in and around Fairfield County, Connecticut. Premature birth of a child can be a […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on June 25, 2013
Secretary Merrill is the official custodian of a wide array of public records and documents. Divisions within this office include: Election Services, Records and Legislative Services, Commercial Recording, Management and Support […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on June 3, 2013
Founded in 1941, this local branch of an international service organization for men and women supports various Greenwich based organizations that fit with their service mission of changing the world, […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 15, 2013
Nonprofit organization, founded in 1975, providing equine-assisted activities for children and adults with special needs. It serves about 200 people each year. Headquartered at Pegasus Farm, a 20-acre farm purchased […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 9, 2013
State government agency responsible for the welfare of children. Services include child protection, foster care, adoptions, juvenile corrections, prevention of delinquency, mentoring, and treatment of mental illness. The Stamford office […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on March 5, 2013
Since 1979, this nonprofit organization has provided free and confidential counseling and support services for all victims of sexual abuse in Lower Fairfield County. They aim to eliminate sexual violence […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on February 26, 2013
Greenwich Hospital’s “Tender Beginnings” pregnancy and parenting programs, offer a way for couples and families to prepare for pregnancy, labor, delivery and baby care. Class choices range from childbirth preparation to […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on February 24, 2013