Organization Type: Non-Profit

VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA

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 on September 15, 2014

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS

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 on September 11, 2014

SOUTHWESTERN CONNECTICUT AGENCY ON AGING AND INDEPENDENT LIVING, INC.

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 on September 11, 2014

LIBERATION PROGRAMS – FAMILY & YOUTH OPTIONS

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 on September 11, 2014

NAMI – SOUTHWEST CT

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 on September 8, 2014

LAUREL HOUSE, INC.

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 on September 6, 2014

FAMILY & CHILDREN’S AGENCY, INC.

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 on August 22, 2014

CENTER FOR MEDICARE ADVOCACY, INC.

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 on August 20, 2014

YWCA – DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES

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 on August 20, 2014

AARP, WESTERN GREENWICH CHAPTER 3020

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 on August 19, 2014

AL-ANON & ALATEEN FAMILY GROUPS CONNECTICUT

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 on August 19, 2014