City Government Services for the Aging

Established in 1994, the Center for Rapid Recovery also known as the Training and Research Institute for Cultural Competence is a nonprofit Christian-based and minority-focused behavioral health care organization. The organization serves the communities of color that suffer with poorer access to and outcomes from medical and behavioral health care than the rest of Long Island. The Center for Rapid Recovery offers care services to people with developmental disabilities, chemical dependence, HIV/AIDS and families of such persons who reside in the Nassau County communities of Freeport, Roosevelt, Uniondale and Hempstead, N.Y. The center provides day habilitation program for person with developmental disabilities and family education and training program.

The Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County Inc. is a community action agency dedicated to empowering income-eligible families through education, economic resources, and advocacy. By fostering citizen participation and collaboration, the EOC works to address the causes of poverty and enhance the quality of life for its clients. Offering a range of programs including emergency food assistance, job readiness training, and early childhood education through Head Start, the EOC aims to increase self-sufficiency and create more opportunities for families in Nassau County. With a commitment to community needs, the organization continuously aims to improve existing services and initiate new programs. Generated from the website

The Nassau County Offices & Institutions Civil Service Commission is a governing body located in Hempstead, NY, tasked with managing civil service employment within the county. Their responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, examinations, and the overall administration of civil service regulations to ensure fair and equitable hiring practices. This commission plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the civil service system in Nassau County, providing essential support to both the county's workforce and the community. Through their efforts, they strive to uphold standards and promote public confidence in civil service operations. Generated from the website