First Ward Action Council (FWAC) provides assistance to Binghamton first and second ward residents with issues affecting neighborhoods, such as neighborhood re-development and improvement. Maintains information on housing and provides referrals. Provides assistance to neighborhood watch groups and other community organizations. Offers internships in conjunction with Binghamton University.

YOUTH BASKETBALL (grades K-12)

“The J.C.C. will provide opportunities for many age groups with our new J.C.C. Skills Academy program, instructed by Doneilous King. Starting in November, this program runs every Sunday for 16 weeks from 1 PM to 4 PM. There are also opportunities for Jr. High and High School leagues. Please contact Dave George at daveg@jccutica.net for more information on these programs.”

CHURCH LEAGUE

“This basketball league is for ages 18 and up and runs Saturdays starting end of November through March from 2:30 PM to 10 PM.”

MEN’S OVER 40 LEAGUE

“Join our fastest growing program. Winners will receive special “Champion” T-shirts. Starts November and runs through Early April. Meetings are every Sunday, 4:30 PM to 7 PM. Price: $600 per team.”

METHODS OF PAYMENT: Generally, for the Utica location, attendants do not need a membership and would either rent space out or attend programs hosted by people who have rented space out. Fees and methods of payment may vary.

STIC provides Education Advocacy services to families of children with disabilities to ensure that they receive an appropriate education in the least restrictive environment, as required by law. STIC provides education advocacy assistance to parents through our Parent Mentor Project. In this program, a Parent Mentor Advocate, who is the parent of a child with a developmental disability provides mentoring and support to other parents. The Parent Mentor Advocate will use their experience to assist other parents to navigate the complex special education system. The ultimate goal is to empower and educate parents so that they can become their child’s best advocate

The Southern Tier Tobacco Awareness Coalition

The Chemung County Health Department is the lead agency for the Southern Tier Tobacco Awareness Coalition (STTAC).

The Southern Tier Tobacco Awareness Coalition (STTAC) is a community partnership grant-funded by the New York State Department of Health Bureau of Tobacco Control (BTC). STTAC is made up of two main components, Community Engagement and Reality Check. These components work together, seeking to build healthier communities through tobacco-free living in Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben Counties. We have several initiatives and efforts to help us work towards our goal of bettering lives and communities.

Our Housing Locating & Advocacy Program can help you find accessible housing and protect your housing rights.

We provide support and assistance with:

•Finding accessible housing in the community

•Housing discrimination

•Landlords who are not willing to accept your service or companion animal

•Referrals to community programs

•Requesting accessibility modifications in your apartment

Am I eligible?

Our Housing Locating & Advocacy Program is free and open to people of all ages who have any type of disability.

If you have any questions, free free to contact us to learn more.

Peer Advocacy - Consumers of mental heath services providing education, support and system advocacy for other consumers

Peer Advocacy - Consumers of mental heath services providing education, support and system advocacy for other consumers

TAP: A PROGRAM OVERVIEW

TAP provides design, architectural, planning and graphic assistance to low and moderate income individuals and non-profit organizations. TAP disseminates information on programs instituted for the benefit of the targeted population and acts as advocate for such persons on planning decisions.

TAP’s activities are focused on the city of Troy, although projects have been undertaken in surrounding locations.

HOUSING DESIGN

TAP assists non profit agencies with a wide variety of special needs housing including homeless prevention, affordable housing, residential treatment programs, shelters and income eligible subsidized apartments.

TAP prepares building permit drawings for homeowners and zoning and planning applications for proposed projects.

DESIGN ASSISTANCE

TAP provides appropriate rehabilitation advice to applicants in historic districts and to educate the public on historic preservation issues.

PUBLIC INTEREST ADVOCACY

TAP prepares reports, presentations, workshops and special events aimed at promoting architectural preservation, design quality, energy conservation, fair housing and removal of architectural barriers.

ASSISTANCE TO NON PROFIT CORPORATIONS

TAP has provided design services on offices, classrooms, day-care centers, museums, arts centers and community centers, as well as maintenance and repair projects for religious organizations.

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This “walls free” program includes Educational Advocacy, Independent Living Skills, & Family Support.

The term forensics is used to identify services that are directly related to the Courts and Criminal Justice system.

Inmate Counseling and Psychiatric services.

Sex Offender Assessments.

Sex Offender Group Treatment.

Court Ordered Mental Health Evaluations.

Discharge Planning.

Case Management Services.