Organization Type: Non-Profit
FAMILY CENTERS’ Housing Resource Program locates and places clients living with long-term mental illness in safe, stable and affordable housing in lower Fairfield County. Program staff provides an array of supportive services necessary to maintain community living and prevent psychiatric hospitalizations. In addition to providing housing, the program also assists clients gain community and government entitlements, […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 19, 2017
Begun in 1993 as a Junior League project. The Den became a FAMILY CENTERS Program in 1996. A bereavement resource center for children, teens, and their families, communities, and professionals. The Den consults local businesses, schools, civic groups, and religious organizations on bereavement and trauma response issues.
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 19, 2017
Nonprofit organization founded in 1982. The center is a resource for bereavement and critical illness support. They provide comprehensive services for adults and children living with an illness, grieving a loss or coping with a life-altering circumstance, mental health support and counseling. All counseling, support and education services are facilitated by especially trained professionals in an […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 19, 2017
Literacy Volunteers at Family Centers is a community-based program that utilizes the services of trained volunteers to provide free, high quality education to American and foreign born adults, young adults and families for the purpose of enabling them to acquire the skills necessary to achieve personal and occupational goals. Literacy Volunteers believes that access to […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 19, 2017
This FAMILY CENTERS program helps individuals and families attain a greater sense of self-sufficiency through counseling, goal planning, job-skills training, life skills and family support. RITE is open to residents living in Stamford and Greenwich.
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 17, 2017
The CAMP & PROGRAM GUIDE The booklet is available at various locations around town; LOCAL LIBRARIES, TOWN HALL, SCHOOLS, BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, YMCA,YWCA and more. Started in 1986 as a two page document, this comprehensive camp and program guide is our most popular publication. An electronic version of the booklet is available year-round on our website.
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 13, 2017
A free publication titled PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE. Preschools, Childcare Facilities and Enrichment Opportunities. It is available for pick up at our Community Answers’ office and libraries throughout town. This brochure is also available under Publications on the Home page of our website.
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 13, 2017
Founded in 1933 as the Community Chest and Council, this nonprofit organization identifies and responds to the health and human service needs of the community. They raise funds and provide financial support to critical programs offered by non-profit agencies. Greenwich United Way helps children and youth, strengthens families and the community at large, assists persons […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 13, 2017
This database is an exhaustive collection of local nonprofit, government organizations and agencies. There are over 400 entries which are updated annually by staff. Organization updates may be submitted via our website submit option, called in (203-869-2211) or e-mailed to us at info@greenwichunitedway.org
Written by Sagan Medvec on July 13, 2017
Nonprofit organization with locations in Greenwich and Stamford. Their mission is to enhance the lives of women, men, and children with a variety of programs and activities. Founded in 1919, the YWCA addresses family, social needs, racism and diversity in our community. It is a United Way agency.
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 19, 2017
National organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.
Written by Sagan Medvec on February 21, 2017
Founded in 1923, this is a local branch of an international service organization dedicated to helping the blind and visually impaired. The Greenwich Lions Club collects used eyeglasses for donation to the needy. Membership is open to all.
Written by Sagan Medvec on February 21, 2017