Organization Type: Non-Profit
Founded in 1978, Vietnam Veterans of America is the only national Vietnam veterans organization congressionally chartered and exclusively dedicated to Vietnam-era veterans and their families. Membership is open to U.S. armed force veterans who served on active duty in the Republic of Vietnam between February 28, 1961 and May 7, 1975, or in any duty […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on September 15, 2014
DAV is a veterans advocacy and assistance group. Their core mission is to fulfill our country’s promises to the men and women who served. All are invited; veterans and civilians, men and women, young and old. The Greenwich Chapter #50 became inactive in JUN 2002.
Written by Sagan Medvec on September 11, 2014
A private, not-for-profit corporation, established in 1974. As a designated Area Agency on Aging, SWCAA is a funding source for federal and state dollars for the elderly in the fourteen town region of southwestern Connecticut. Their mission is to provide leadership and resources to meet the needs of the rapidly growing elderly population and to […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on September 11, 2014
Established in 1973, this is an outpatient alcohol and substance abuse health-care program for teens and their families coping with substance abuse and other high-risk behaviors. Sponsored by LIBERATION PROGRAMS.
Written by Sagan Medvec on September 11, 2014
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 […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on September 8, 2014
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Written by Sagan Medvec on September 8, 2014
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.
Written by Sagan Medvec on September 6, 2014
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.
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 22, 2014
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.
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 20, 2014
Professional and confidential crisis intervention for anyone experiencing domestic violence in their life. Counseling, therapy, and referrals available on a sliding scale. Enhances physical safety and emotional well-being of adults and children who are victims of domestic abuse.
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 20, 2014
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.
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 19, 2014
AL-ANON and ALATEEN – for younger members, is a worldwide organization that offers a program of help and mutual support for individuals, their families and friends with a drinking problem. Free 12 STEP Programs.
Written by Sagan Medvec on August 19, 2014