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1551 Clark St. Rd., Auburn NY 13021 Phone: (315) 253-3231 • Phone: (315) 255-2766 James Langler- Cayuga County Sheriff's Department Mission: S.A.F.E. - Stop Abductions From Escalating Services: Two brief sessions targeting 3rd graders in all elementary schools within Cayuga County. Children are taught basic safety steps and physical choices if confronted with a possible abduction.
c/o Cayuga Counseling Services, Inc. 17 E. Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 253-9795 • Fax: (315) 253-3255 Hot Line: (315) 252-2112 Linda Murphy - Clinical Supervisor Mission: SAVAR provides crisis intervention services and counseling for victims of sexual assault and educates the community about sexual assault issues. SAVAR is a program of Cayuga Counseling Services. Services: Crisis intervention for individuals, families or groups - SAVAR advocates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; Advocates provide information and will also accompany victims through medical, law enforcement, and judicial procedures; Short and Long-Term Counseling for victims, their families and friends is provided by Certified Social Workers, MSW, CSW; SAVAR provides education programs to schools, day care centers, human service agencies, and businesses; Speakers and training are available to provide information on child sexual abuse, acquaintance rape, sexual assault prevention and sexual harassment; SAVAR can provide referrals to lawyers and other service providers; SAVAR services are free to victims, their family members and friends; and SAVAR assists victims of violent crimes to file for compensation through the Crime Victim Board. Volunteer Opportunities: Hotline Advocate, for information contact Patsy Myers; Speakers Bureau, for information contact Rosa Grube. Hours: Mon-. Fri. 9:00am- 5:00pm (24 hour hotline) Referral: Law enforcement agencies, hospitals, Cayuga County Health & Human Services, District Attorney's Office, and self-referral.
36 South St, Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 252-7291 • Fax: (315) 255-3077 Mission: Small business counseling Services: Experienced business professionals offer free of charge, confidential counseling for Cayuga County residents interested in opening or expanding a small business. To contact, leave name, telephone number, and address. Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities to advise small business owners and start-ups are available for those who enjoy helping others and have business experience. Contact Tom Peterson at (315) 252-7291. Hours: By appointment.
205 W. Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 255-1553 • Fax: (315) 255-0871 E-mail: mail@schweinfurthartcenter.org Website: http://www.cayuganet.org/smac Stephanie Bielejec - Education/Program Coordinator E-mail: sbielejec@schweinfurthartcenter.org Mission: To build a vibrant community through the arts. Services: Changing schedule of fine art exhibits including 3 annual shows, ³Both Ends of the Rainbow", ³Made in NY" and ³Quilts=Art=Quilts". Classes and workshops for both children and adults including summer and winter Art Camps for kids, Kids Art series on the 1st Saturday of the month, and the ART Works series of programs, lectures and workshops for adults. The Art Center also offers decorative folk arts series, "Emerging Traditions". Volunteer Opportunities: Gallery receptionist. Hours: Sunday, 1:00- 5:00pm; Monday, closed; Tuesday - Saturday, l0:00am- 5:00pm Suggested Donation: $3 (Members and Children under 12 years old are free)
Administrative Offices 180 North St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 255-2285 • Fax: (315) 255-3270 E-mail: mail@sencayarc.org Website: www.sencayarc.org Waterloo Office: 1083 Waterloo-Geneva Rd., Waterloo, NY 13165 Phone: (315) 539-5067 • Fax: (315) 539-3735 Kate Sinicropi - Associate Executive Director Kathleen Carney - Intake Coordinator Mission: A not-for-profit agency dedicated to assisting and supporting individuals with disabilities, their families, and the community. Seneca Cayuga ARC provides opportunities and choices for treatment, employment, education, recreation, and community living to assist individuals with disabilities in realizing a productive and fulfilling life. It is a chapter of NYSARC, Inc. a statewide, family-based, not-for-profit organization working with and for people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities. Seneca Cayuga ARC is a member of The ARC, a national organization supporting individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities, and a member agency of the United Way of Cayuga and Seneca Counties. Services: Camp Columbus -Located on Owasco Lake, a summer day camp for children and adults with developmental disabilities with activities including field sports, stories, drama, aerobics, arts & crafts, and swimming instruction. Community Services - Provides support to persons with developmental disabilities and their families living independently in the community. In Cayuga County, services provided are service coordination, family reimbursement, Alzheimer's respite and Alzheimer's Day Program and consumer-directed personal assistance program. Respite for the elderly is offered in conjunction with Office For the Aging. Day Habilitation - Services are designed to provide general assistance to persons to acquire and maintain those life skills that enable them to cope more effectively with their environments. Individual service programs include training in mobility, transportation, health related activities, and some recreational activities. People work to develop appropriate social skills, communication skills, safety and health care skills, housekeeping and personal care skills and money management skills. Individuals with a greater degree of independence are assisted in becoming a part of the community at large. Gordon Eadie Activity Center - Provides one day of activities for people with memory loss, confusion and Alzheimer's disease. The program is designed to meet individual needs and to promote an environment that is safe and stimulating, while allowing caregivers needed time away. Residential Services - Offers choices in living arrangements for adults with developmental disabilities - eight Individual Residential Alternatives (IRA's) in Cayuga County plus single-family homes in which 3 to 12 people receive 24-hour supervision, guidance, and support from staff. Supportive IRA's are also available for persons who are prepared for a more independent lifestyle and who do not require 24-hour supports. Residential Habilitation - Offers services to build skills necessary to perform activities that would continuously occur in the individual's home, such as personal grooming, training in household chores, food preparation and may take place in the home, an OMRDD-certified family care home, or a certified IRA. Transportation - Services are provided to and from their homes for individuals enrolled in agency programs. Vocational Services - Provided through Seneca Cayuga Industries, where services are offered fit the employment needs of the individual, enabling each person to work at his/her optimum skill level, while earning a paycheck. Options include pre-vocational training and support in maintaining job skills to individuals with little or no job history, assisting them in developing and maintaining job skills; sheltered work that provide transitional and/or long term employment in a controlled and protected working environment; and supported employment in the community at other company or organization sites; or job placement/competitive employment where the individual is matched with a competitive, community job. Follow-up services are provided to the employer and the employee to ensure a positive working relationship. Karl D. Warner Clinic - Provides individuals with developmental disabilities convenient access to a wide variety of habilitative services, including psychiatry, occupational therapy, psychology, physical therapy, social work, nursing services, speech services, nutrition and rehabilitation counseling. FAME - Formed in 1999 in an effort to provide opportunities for people with disabilities to use their creative potential through practicing and demonstrating their personal talents. Activities include singing, dancing, improvisational acting, as well as costume making and set construction. FAME productions include several dinner theater performances, most recently "Airplane 2î. FAME was recently named the recipient of the 2004 Special Award for Inclusion in the Performing Arts, which is an Achievement Award from the NYS developmental Disabilities Planning Council in Albany. Volunteer Opportunities: Recreation Volunteer - supports children and adults in community recreation events, contact Mark Covich at (315) 568-2753, ext. 237. Day Habilitation Volunteer - support adults on community trips; contact Michelle Van Giesen at 315) 253-7331, ext. 222. Community Residence Volunteer - support residents in the community; contact Joe Petroccia at (315) 255-2286, ext. 402. Hours: Administration, 8:00am - 4:00pm; Residential sites are 24-7. Support: Medicaid, OMRDD, NYS Office of Mental Health, VESID, NYS Dept. of Health, United Way, participant fees, contributions, sales from service & manufacturing contracts.
176 - 178 Genesee St, Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 252-2571 • Fax: (315) 252-7985 E-mail: seymourlibrary@seymourlibrary.org Website: www.seymourlibrary.org Mission: To provide the community with access to books and periodicals. Services: Internet access for the public; Provides the public with a book collection (fiction and non-fiction) in excess of 120,000 volumes; Provides a collection of over 350 periodicals, and reference materials; Circulates a collection of over 800 books-on tape (unabridged and abridged); Circulates a collection of over 200 Civil Service Test booklets; Loans books (on tape) and magazines through NYS Library for the blind and visually handicapped; Provides a collection of large print books for persons who have difficulty reading regular print; Mary Van Sickle Wait History Room provides items on local and NY State history as well as extensive newspaper files and genealogical materials; Through Interlibrary Loan channels, will attempt to borrow materials not owned by the Library, with the exception of reference and genealogical books; State and federal income tax forms provided; Memorial Book program; Provides special services to children through a separate children's room; seasonal Story Hour sessions for toddlers and pre-schoolers; Summer Reading Program during July. Adult Section Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm; Thursday, Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm; Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm. Closed on Saturdays during July and August. Children's Section Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm; Wednesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm; Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm. Closed on Saturdays during July and August. Referral: Library privileges are extended free of charge to residents and property owners within the city of Auburn and town of Owasco and those residing in Auburn School District portion of the town of Sennett. Persons residing outside can join for $50/yr. 1st person, $5 each additional household member. Limited privileges are available free of charge to non-district residents living within the boundaries of the Finger Lakes Library System. Support: Provided by tax revenue of property owners in Auburn and Owasco and those residing in Auburn School District portion of the town of Sennett.
1110 Corporate Drive, Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 252-7598 • Fax: (315) 252-7993 Toll-Free: (800) 772-1213 Website: www.socialsecurity.gov Mission: Assisting the public in filing applications for social security benefits. Services: Assist with retirement, disability, survivors and Medicare benefits. Also assist with applications for supplemental security income benefits (aid to aged, blind and disabled). Provide information and referral service for senior citizens. Hours: Mon.- Fri. 9:00am- 4:00pm (except holidays) Referral: Direct to this office. Support: Federal Government
134 Washington St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone/Fax: (315) 252-5567 E-mail: ssppschaub@hotmail.com William Locastro - Principal Father Batcho - Pastor Mission: A small private Catholic school with a mission to cooperate with parents to help their children to become creative Christians in a contemporary world by developing a thirst for learning and truth. Services: Kindergarten through 8th grades featuring small classes, seasoned teachers, physical education, technology program, Spanish and art lessons, field trips, and Before/After School care. Volunteer Opportunities: Special programs, art and Spanish lessons, contact Mrs. Dec for more information. Hours: Office - 7:30am - 3:00pm, M - F. Support: Tuition, fundraising
PO Box 470, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 Phone: (518) 891-3950 • Fax: (518) 891-3986 Admissions: (518)-891-4135 • Toll-Free: 1-(877)-813-8647 E-mail: admissions@sjrcrehab.org Website: www.sjrcrehab.org Robin Gay - Admissions Director Mission: - St. Joseph's is a 58 bed facility for men and women. St. Joe's has remained constant to its belief in the spiritual nature, inherent dignity, and worth of each person by providing effective treatment for persons with alcohol or other drug problems. As ministry of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, its mission is to serve God by promoting healing and recovery for all persons who suffer from the disease of alcoholism and chemical dependency. Services: St. Joseph's employs a rigorous, educational and therapeutic program based on the following Services: small group counseling, individual counseling, spirituality, personal adjustment transition, family services, dual diagnosis, educational lecture series, relapse prevention, recovery supports, religious services, and education services. Referral - Referrals can be made by self, agencies, courts, family, or any concerned individual. Hours: Admissions Office Hours: M - F, 8:00am - 4:30pm Support: NYS Medicaid, Private Insurance, Self Pay and limited Charity Care.
89 E. Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 253-8327 Mission: St. Joseph School is a Rochester Diocesan sponsored Catholic School serving grades Pre K - 8. Our philosophy is centered upon educating the whole child, physically, mentally and spiritually. Catholic School tradition has always been strong in Auburn and we are proud to continue its fine tradition. Students do not need to be Catholic to attend and tuition assistance is available. Services: The Preschool program incorporates Christian values as well as large and small motor skills and an introduction to reading skills. Mornings from 8:30- 11:30 am. 3 year old program: Tuesday and Thursday; 4 year old program: Monday, Wednesday and Friday or Monday through Friday. The Kindergarten through grade 8th program includes a challenging K-8 curriculum which incorporates NYS Standards of instruction and assessments in a framework guided by Christian values and beliefs. "Integrated Learning" is the phrase that best describes the program, taught by caring, certified teachers. Volunteer Opportunities: Fundraising, subcommittee participation, parental involvement other support. Support: Tuition, parish support, fundraising
100 Genesee St., Suite C, Auburn NY 13021 Phone: (315) 252-3441 • Fax: (315) 253-4545 E-mail: lisad@stafkings.com Mission: To provide professional, high quality healthcare services that are both affordable and accessible to the residents of the counties we serve; to decrease the need for acute or institutional care; to increase the number of qualified home care personnel, particularly in rural, hard to serve areas; and to grant our home care personnel the respect and dignity they deserve as an integral part of our overall health care system. Services: Stafkings Healthcare is a NYS licensed Home Care Service Agency, providing all levels of home health care, including personal care assistance, RN case management and IV infusion. Stafkings Healthcare works with and will most likely accept assignment from most Blue Cross/Blue Shield, private or commercial health insurance, HMO's, Workers Compensation, and no fault insurance or you may choose to pay privately. In most counties, Medicare and Medicaid patients receive services through Veterans Administration, Office for Aging, Hospice, or Dept. of Health & Human Services. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. RN is on call 24 hours/7 days a week.
7251 Owasco Rd., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 282-0999 • Fax: (315) 282-0568 E-mail: kellycarter@usadatanet.net Mission: The primary goal of the children's center is to create a safe learning environment that will provide all children with the feeling that they are loved, valued and wanted. Services: NYS licensed children's center serves families with children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Full-day infant and toddler care. Full-day pre-school program for 3 to 5 year olds. Fenced playground. Volunteer Opportunities: Cooking, musical program, working with children, committee member. Hours: Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 5:30pm. Open during February and April school breaks. Closed first week in August. Support: Tuition, grants, childcare subsidies, donations
2 Loop Road, Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 252-4050 • Fax: (315) 253-0445 E-mail: ljordan@christopher-community.org Mission: Stryker Homes, owned and operated by Christopher Community, Inc., is dedicated to meeting the housing needs of the elderly by providing secure, affordable apartments in a pleasant setting. Services: HUD subsidized housing for senior citizens 62 and older and eligible mobility impaired individuals. The 102 unit security building features on-site laundry; community room with activities; and outdoor sitting areas with tables, chairs and gold fish pond. Stryker Homes is conveniently located near a grocery store, Doctor's offices, pharmacy, restaurants and downtown, as well as being on the city bus route. Hours: Office open 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday
E. John Gavras Center, 182 North St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone: (315) 255-2746 • Fax: (315) 255-2740 E-mail: successbysix@gavrascenter.com Mission: Success by 6 is a United Way National Initiative to make early childhood development a priority and enhance the capacity of parents and the community to address the developmental needs of all children in this county. Services: Initiate and support innovative programs that encourage the healthy development of children and their families. However, no direct services are offered to children or their families. Raise community awareness regarding the importance of the early years by disseminating educational materials into the community as well as supporting projects, activities and partnerships that promote the healthy developments of children and their families. Support programs, projects, and activities that promote and encourage the development of early pre-literacy skills such as Reach Out and Read, Traveling Books, Literacy in the Park, Raising a Reader, Bring on the Books, Annual Community Book Drive, and Seanna's Little Bookcase system. Volunteer Opportunities: Readers to young children; Book drive organizers, Donations of children's books for ages 0 -8 years (may be dropped at the E. John Gavras Center throughout the year), and Community members to participate in the initiative's monthly meetings. Hours: 9:00am- 5:00pm Support: United Way of Cayuga County, Seanna M. Donley Memorial Fund, Human Services Coalition, E. John Gavras Center, foundations and donations.
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