Consumer Link Mental Health Peer Support Service

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.

Incorporated in 1982, Options for Community Living Inc. provides housing and support services to various families and individuals. Based in Hempstead, N.Y., it offers a number of programs, including Mental Health Program, Transitional Housing Program and HIV/AIDS Programs. Options for Community Living Inc. cater to individuals and residents with chronic mental illness and homeless families in long-term poverty and crisis situations, among others. The agency has accreditation with the (CARF) Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

The Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) has been a dedicated advocate for individuals with psychiatric and emotional difficulties since its founding in 1953. Their services support adults and children facing chronic mental illness, helping them build productive and meaningful lives. With a mission centered on improving mental health through advocacy, education, and direct services, MHANC has provided significant support to thousands, including veterans and community members. The organization values volunteer contributions, which play a crucial role in maintaining its impactful programs and services. Generated from the website