Community Links is hosting multiple free and exciting events this summer, and all are welcome. Our events are sure to be full of information and fun! A full calendar for June and July is attached. Flyers for each event with additional details will be sent out soon. Please forward this information widely.  We welcome you to contact us with any questions or suggestions.

Community Links seeks to connect young adults to resources in the community and to help them pursue their goals and passions. To learn more about Community Links see our brochure, http://balticstreet.org/Community_Links_Brochure.pdf

www.newyorkinmatefamilies.org

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Positive Youth Development Report

Parents with Psychiatric Disabilities Legal Advocacy Project (PPDLAP) The Urban Justice Center is pleased to announce a new initiative of the Mental Health Project (MHP).  MHP has launched its Parents with Psychiatric Disabilities Legal Advocacy Project (PPDLAP) funded by the Commission on Quality Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities.  The mission of PPDLAP is to provide free expert representation, information, and advice to parents with psychiatric disabilities in Family Court, primarily in abuse and neglect, and termination proceedings.  The project will serve New York City, Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.

In addition to direct legal representation in Family Court, PPDLAP will provide an array of technical assistance for all stakeholders, including publishing a Family Court Handbook for parents and non-lawyers, hosting professional trainings on representing parents with psychiatric disabilities in Family Court, establishing a website, and engaging in community outreach programs.

Please forward this information to all families and communities that you serve. We look forward to working with you and serving disabled persons. Parents may contact the Mental Health Project and PPDLAP at 1-877-MHPLAW1 or1-877-647-5291 and press 5.

College Scholarships for Students with ADHD

Ronald McDonald scholarships:

Future Achievers | RMHC | HACER

Youth MOVE National is now accepting applications for Dare to Dream again!

Download Application

The Dare to Dream America program provides an opportunity for youth (ages 13 to 25) to get involved in mental health awareness activities. Successful applicants are awarded a grant up to $1000 to do projects that promote mental health awareness. Dare to Dream America is brought to you by Youth M.O.V.E. National.

PROJECT JUMPSTART
3505 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite M
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Nassau & Suffolk Counties (631) 648-7100 ext 219
Queens & Staten Island (917) 460-4749 or (631) 648-7100 ext 217
DETAILS

Learn to Work Program flyer 1 | flyer 2

SINGLE STOP USA SingleStop bridges the information gap separating low-income families from life-changing public benefits, tax credits and other essential services that remain untapped and inaccessible. These basic resources - food, health insurance, child care and tax refunds - increase the likelihood that families are healthy and stable, with parents who work and children who attend school.

CUNY LEADS PROGRAM

“LIFE IS PRECIOUS” Project | Newsletter | Activities
“LA VIDA ES PRECIOSA” Project | Newsletter | Activities
OUTREACHING AND EDUCATING THE BRONX COMMUNITY ABOUT SUICIDE PREVENTION

FATHERS

CUNY Fatherhood Academy

http://www.fatherhood.org/training.asp

New York State Parent Education and Awareness Program

Father2Father Mentoring Program
Northern Manhattan Perinatal Partnership

HEAD START PROGRAM

OUTREACH INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Educate yourself about HIV/AIDS
Weekly - Thursdays at 1 p.m.
89-31 161st Sreet Suite 1010
Jamaica, NY
718-297-0720

“Earn Benefits Program”
Sit down with a benefit expert who can walk you through step by step to make sure
you receive all that you are entitled to, such as,
Medicaid
Food Stamp Card
Help with your utility bills
Discounted telephone service and more…
Contact: Nathan Rice 718-302-2057- x220

“Fatherhood Program”
We offer a unique program that provides:
Job Placement Services
Stipend
Legal Support
Tax Credits
Peer Support
Parenting Workshops
Skills Training
Play a bigger role in your child’s life!
Day & Evening Program Available
Contact: Theresa Dobie 718-302-2057 x216

Adult/Youth Education Programs

Free Nursing Program
If you know of anyone between 18-28 years old, interested in the Nursing
field, University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is o fferin g FREE
tuition, FREE books, a $250 monthly stipend, and guaranteed job placement as
a nurse at Providence Hospital upon graduation (it's a 3 year program) with a
starting salary of $40,000.
The program is recruiting new students now!! Please contact Ms. Beshon
Smith (202) 266-5481 or email Bsmith@urbanalliance.org

Ramapo for Children Ramapo’s mission is to serve children with a wide range of emotional, behavioral and learning disabilities in a dynamic and stimulating outdoor environment, providing educational and recreational experiences that promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth.

MASK (MOTHER’S & FATHER’S ALIGNED SAVING KIDS INTERNATIONAL)

ANNOUNCING AN INTERNET PARENTING EDUCATION AND SUPPORT GROUP FOR MOTHERS WITH PSYCHIACTRIC DISABILITIES: A RESEARCH STUDY
Temple University Collaborative has launched a new research study examining the effectiveness of an Internet parenting education and social support program for mothers with a psychiatric disability. Participants will be compensated up to $100 for their participation in this study.

Creating a Good Quality of Life for People with Disabilities

PARENTS, THE BEST MEDICINE!
Rolando Bini – Executive Director
Parents in Action For Leadership and Human Rights
http://www.parentsinction.net
rolando@parentsinaction.net
347-624-4830

MASK (MOTHER’S & FATHER’S ALIGNED SAVING KIDS INTERNATIONAL)

SUPPORT GROUP FORMING
for parents of children, adolescents and young adults with serious emotional challenges

WHEN: 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month at 6:30 PM
WHERE: First Presbyterian Church in Jamaica
                    89-60 164th St., Jamaica (next to Citibank)
FACILITATOR: Ceceile Green, MS
CALL BEFORE COMING:  1-718-704-8690

Free Special Ed Trainings and Consultation for Parents/guardians
English | Spanish

JUST THE BASICS FAMILY ADVOCATE TRAINING

Jacqueline Pittman, FDC
Engaging Families/Training Program Director
Families On The Move of New York City, Inc.
358 St. Mark Place Suite 302
Staten Island, NY 10301
Phone: (347) 682-4870
Email: jpittman@fotmnyc.org

Vocational Foundation, Inc.
100% Free Training in the following courses:

• Pharmacy Technician
• Computer Support Technology
• Office Support Specialist
• Energy Efficiency (Green) Specialist
• Security & Public Safety
  (No past criminal history)

Our free program also includes Literacy/GED preparation classes, employability skills/work readiness workshops, job placement assistance - along with job retention and advancement services and career counseling.

The program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Intake is conducted every Monday through Friday starting at 9:00 a.m. During the intake session the applicants will be informed of all vocational courses available and asked to complete an application. After which the TABE (Test for Adult Basic Education) will be administered. This standardized entrance exam will help us gauge the applicant’s reading and math levels. A return appointment will be scheduled for the applicant to be interviewed by a team from our counseling staff.

If you have a client that is interested in our services, please refer them to us. We would also welcome the opportunity to conduct a brief presentation to your staff or youn g adults about our program services. Please feel free to contact me at 212.823.1035. To learn more about our programs visit our website at www.vfinyc.org.

NYC Council Sponsored Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Trainings:
Bronx | Queens | Queens - Council District | Staten Island

Learn to Work Program flyer 1 | flyer 2

graceinstitute.org
Grace Institute has been helping women succeed. Grace women learn valuable career skills and discover they can achieve more than they ever thought possible. We want you to be a part of a long history of Grace students who are taking advantage of this TUITION-FREE opportunity and changing their lives! Whether you are a recent high school graduate, looking to change careers or ready to advance in your current position, Grace offers training in a variety of subjects.

NOW ON THE WEB: Free TV & Film Nonprofit Job Training & Placement program-New Open House Schedule

FATHERS
http://www.fatherhood.org/training.asp

“Bilingual Food Service Training Program
Become a certified food handler!
Three Certifications
NYC Food Handler Certification
ServeSafe Food Handler Certification
ManagerFirst Certification in Food Preparation
Contact: Michelle Matthews 718-302-2057 x218

“Environmental Response & Remediation Technician Program”
Must be 18 years or older & have a reading and math level over 9.0
12 Week Day Time Program
11 Industry-recognized Certifications
Over 390 Hours of classroom instruction
Contact: Rachel Grave 718-302-2057 x201

Ramapo Training Provides professional development training, program support and ‘coaching’ for educators and youth service workers serving children with disabilities.

Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.

Other Trainings:

YOUTH TRAININGS

www.npowerny.org

Best Practices for Increasing Meaningful Participation In Collaborative Team Planning

New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Calendar

Covering New York City’s Parks, Museums, Bridges, Sights, Events and more………
www.newyorkled.com

www.statenislandkids.org

http://www.statenislandzoo.org/calendar.asp

www.nyc.gov/maps
Insert your address and find out where cultural centers, after school programs, police stations, recreation centers, day care, library, and more are located in your neighborhood.

New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Calendar

RECREATION CENTERS
The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation provide an extensive network of recreation services throughout the city. Their recreation facilities offer services such as indoor pools, weight rooms, basketball courts, dance studios, boxing rings, game rooms, and libraries.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/recreation_centers/

A complete listing of all museums in NYC
http://www.ny.com/museums/index.html

www.statenislandkids.org

Partnering with Your Child’s School: A Guide for Parents
ORDER FORM

www.gocitykids.com
www.ny.com/kids/

www.statenislandkids.org

http://www.statenislandzoo.org/calendar.asp

The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation also provide a comprehensive list of athletic and recreation facilities, including playgrounds, beaches, bocce courts, golf courses, horseback riding, ice skating, nature centers, zoos and aquariums, among many other exciting activities. Find them in your neighborhood!!!!!!!!
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/facilities.php

Find a basketball, baseball, or soccer league for your child in any of NYC’s boroughs.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/ap_youth_sports_leagues.html#sites

The New York State Adolescent Services Resource Network The goal of the New York State Adolescent Services Resource Network is to be a resource for service providers working with adolescents in foster care throughout the state. www.nysasrn.org

A Resource For Youth In Care and After Care www.ageoutnyc.org

If you are interested in signing your child up to learn how to play baseball, soccer, basketball, softball or flag football, access information at this website. Summer programming also available.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/programs_learn.html

Learn about educational adventure programs that teach students canoeing, orienteering, fishing, team building, hiking and camping. Environmental conservation and service projects also available. click here

WIA@SOBRO is calling for juniors and seniors
DANCE*FASHION MERCHANDISING*GRAPHIC DESIGN*COLLEGE ADVISING + A GUARANTEED SUMMER JOB (summer youth employment program)
WWW.SOBRO.ORG

http://www.door.org

HEAD START PROGRAM

http://gocitykids.parentsconnect.com

Beacon Community Centers Each Beacon addresses the needs of youth by offering a range of asset-based activities in five core areas as recognized as important for healthy youth development: academic enhancement, career awareness, life skills, community building,  and recreation.

http://home2.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/runaway/dycd_youthline.shtml
Phone: 1 800 246-4646

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NYC
“The Young Mothers Mentoring Program”
223 East 30th Street, New York, NY 10016
Tel: 212-686-2042 or 718-742-7301
www.bigsnyc.org

MSK-MY SISTER’S KEEPER INC.
First Time Young mother’s mentoring program (ages 13-19) www.mskeeper.com

http://www.mentoring.org/newyork/
http://www.imentor.org

CONVENANT HOUSE NEW YORK MENTOR PROGRAM – is an agency that provides shelter & basic care to at-risk & homeless youth from ages 18-21. Our Rights of Passage (R.O.P.) program is an independent transitional living program designed to provide our youth with the opportunity to change their lives, as they become more confident about themselves. We provide a unique opportunity for our youth to have a safe, stable and supportive 1-on-1 relationship with a trusted adult role model. For more information, CALL:
212-613-0300 “A helping hand can make a world of difference.” www.covenanthouseny.org

http://www.nycares.org/
http://volunteernyc.org/volunteer/
http://kidsforcommunity.org/find.asp

NEWLY CONSTRUCTED APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN THE MORRISANIA SECTION OF THE BRONXProspect Triangle LLC is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for 87 affordable housing rental apartments now under construction at 890 Prospect Avenue in the Morrisania section of the Bronx. This building is being constructed through the Low Income Affordable Marketplace Program (LAMP) of the New York City Housing Development Corporation and the Mixed Income Rental Program (MIRP) of the Department of Housing Preservation and Development. For more information

AFFORDABLE CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE IN BROOKLYN AND NEWLY REHABILITATED APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN MANHATTAN

NEWLY REHABILITATED APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN THE MELROSE SECTION OF THE BRONX
More Information Wales Cluster Apartments is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for 31 affordable housing rental apartments under rehabilitation in the Melrose section of the Bronx. These buildings are being rehabilitated through the Neighborhood Entrepreneurs Program (Round 6) of the City of New York's Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the Neighborhood Partnership Housing Development Fund Company.

NYC.GOV APARTMENT SEEKERS” - http://www.nyc.gov/html/hpd/html/apartment/apartment.shtml

Helpline: CITIWIDE HOUSING HELPLINE – (212) 962-4795

www.thebeehive.org

The Computer Resource Centers offer free computer access and instruction to New Yorkers of all ages. They bridge the digital divide by bringing technology, career services, and academic and arts program into all communities throughout NYC.
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/crc/index.html

www.thebeehive.org

Intern Volunteer Notice of Commitment & Expectations

Online Volunteer Searches and Databases

Internships and Academic Basic Volunteering Tips

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Internships for Pregnant & Mothering Students

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If you have children in this 18-24 age group, or friends with kids in this age group, or you know a young adult who could benefit from this program.

Visit http://www.yearup.org/ for info about this Paid Internship/Training Program for Youth
 
Year Up is an intensive one-year training program for young adults ages 18 to 24 who provide Fortune 100 companies like Merrill Lynch, American Express, Lehman Brothers and Bank of America with Information Technology entry level talent. We recognize that both job skills and higher education are necessary to provide a  viable path to economic self-sufficiency.
 
Throughout the course of one year, our students earn up to 16 college credits from Pace University , learn technical and professional skills, and are placed in paid internships. Students are paid an educational stipend of $150 per week while in training and $250 per week while working at their internship.

Year Up is currently recruiting students for our next class of young professionals. We are looking for High School graduates or GED recipients, ages 18 - 24, who may not know what to do next - attend college or work full-time. For more information on Year Up, please visit our Web site, http://www.yearup.org . Or to speak to admissions specialist, Wil Velazquez, please call 212-785-3340, ext. 1304 or e-mail: wvelazquez@yearup.org.

EXALT
Youth Referral Criteria | Executive Summary
exalt is a nonprofit that provides a comprehensive, highly structured internship program linking education, mentorship and meaningful employment for New York City’s neediest youth.  exalt’s mission is to transform the lives of youth along the spectrum of criminal justice involvement by equipping them with the skills and experience they need to be self-sufficient, self-fulfilled, productive members of society. exalt evolved out of a decade of its founder’s experience founding and managing a similar, award-winning program for court involved youth at one of the city’s largest alternative to incarceration agencies.  exalt fulfills its mission by providing a cohesive program with four components:

• employment readiness and life skills training;
• paid internships in youths' fields of interest;
• post-internship group programming and individual services to assist youth transition from internships to further employment and/or educational activities;
• an alumni network that provides ongoing access to education and career development support and resources.

http://www.nyjobsource.com/nyinterns.html

NYC DOE Special Education Office Hours for Families - updated 9/12/12

Special Education Reform Parent Letter

Kindergarten Enrollment Information

Borough Enrollment Office Contact Information, New Students, Choices & Enrollment, New York City Department of Education

TRANSFER SCHOOLS Transfer schools are smaller schools that typically service overage, under-credited students. A Transfer school is called such, because the students are transferred to one after previously being enrolled in a traditional HS.
The criterion for admission for each transfer school differs with all such schools. You can access a listing on the DOE website of all Transfer schools and their individual criteria.
You can go to : http://schools.nyc.gov/default.aspx And scroll down on the main page.
Then link to YABC /Young adult borough centers and click on the link for Transfer schools.

http://schools.nycenet.edu/d75/parent/pc.htm

http://schools.nyc.gov/aboutus/doeorganization/comhssuperintendents/dfacontact.htm

United Cerebral Palsy of New York Universal Pre-K - Brooklyn

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College Bound
Want to know what college is  like? Have concerns about where colleges are around the 5 boroughs?  Want to experience new people and surroundings? Come join us for this informative and fun group. Having this unique opportunity may change your life.
Open to all youths and especially those who have struggled with ADHD, Bi-Polar Disorder, Learning Disorder. Everyone has a right to an education. Let us help you start….

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Free Tutoring

Covenant House New York – GED & Tutoring Services between the Ages of 18-21 & also high school students.  159-17 Hillside Ave. Jamaica, NY 11432 718-725-9851

Community Tutoring Services – Free tutoring in the comfort of your home, library, or community center; convenient scheduling- Kindergarten to 12th grade-Instructional in Math, Reading, English & Language Arts 1 (800) 336-9116

Brienza’s Academic Advantage – Full Service Learning Centers-Tutoring grades k-12, Test Preparation, Preparation for all H.S. Entrance Exams, Study Skills, etc. Office: 1045-74th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11228 1 (800) 581-0887 or 1 (718) 232-0114 www.AcademicAdvantageOnline.com

The TestQuest SES Program – provides free extra academic help and individual instruction to students during non-school hours-after school, on the weekends, and during school holidays and vacations. 226 W. 37th Street, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10028 (212) 398-2357

The United Federation of Teachers (UFT) – provides free tutoring, Supplemental Educational Services (SES) to your school-grades K-12   52 Broadway, 11th Fl. New York, NY 10004 (212) 701-9409 jdenenberg@ufttc.org

GED Prep: www.gedprepinfo.com

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www.thebeehive.org

CUNY LEADS PROGRAM

www.CollegeBoard.com

CUNY http://www1.cuny.edu/admissions/undergraduate/onlineapp-1.html
http://www.ny.com/academia/colleges.html
http://www.cacny.com/ - College Access Consortium of NY

HOMEWORK HELP

Created by the New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library and Queens Public Library, the homework help website provides students comprehensive information in Language Arts, Math, Science, History, Geography, Arts, Music, and more!

NY PUBLIC LIBRARY

To locate one of 81 library branches in Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island:
www.nypl.org
http://www.nypl.org/hours/

NY PUBLIC LIBRARY KIDS’ PAGE

www.nypl.org

NY PUBLIC LIBRARY TEENS’ PAGE

http://teenlink.nypl.org/index.html

BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY

www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org

Annual Parenting Workshop Series for Families, Educators and Caregivers of Children with Special Needs

BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY KIDZONE

www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/kids/

BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY TEENZONE

www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/teens/

QUEENS PUBLIC LIBRARY

www.queenslibrary.org

QUEENS PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR KIDS

http://www.queenslibrary.org/index.aspx?page_id=30

QUEENS PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR TEENS

http://queenslibrary.org/index.aspx?page_id=45