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HUMAN CARE SERVICES FOR FAMILIES & CHILDREN INC

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 113338946 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE E920 · Health Care · Very Large (>$50M) · hcsny.org
revenue
$135.8M
expenses
$115.2M
net assets
$130.2M
employees
2,188
volunteers
6
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE HOME AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES TO THE DEVELOPMENTALLY AND EMOTIONALLY DISABLED.

profile · synthesized from sources

Human Care Services for Families & Children Inc. provides home- and community-based services for individuals with developmental and emotional disabilities, primarily in New York. The organization offers residential support, day habilitation, respite care, employment services, and assistive technology programs. Founded in 1995, it operates with a mission to promote dignity, independence, and respect for individuals and their families.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $29.24M
    CHILDREN'S CONSOLIDATED WAIVER SERVICES - GROUPING OF SERVICE INCLUDING FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES, RESPITE, COMMUNITY HABILITATION, AND PREVOCATIONAL SERVICES TO THE EMOTIONALLY DISABLED COMMUNITY.
  2. #2 $18.18M
    OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES - FISCAL INTERMEDIARY, CARE MANAGEMENT AND TUITION PROGRAMS.
named programs · 12 · from sources

What they call their work

Assistive Technology - E-mods
Provides environmental modifications (ramps, lifts, roll-in showers) and assistive technology (communication devices, adaptive aids) to enhance independence and safety.
Behavior Management
Licensed clinicians provide behavior assessment and training to families to manage challenging behaviors and promote positive development.
Camp Respite
Financial and logistical support to help families send individuals with developmental disabilities to summer camp programs.
Community Habilitation
One-on-one in-home or community-based skill development for individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on socialization, self-care, and community integration.
Day Habilitation
Comprehensive day program teaching life skills, socialization, and recreational activities in a safe, supportive environment for adults with developmental disabilities.
Employment Services
Identifies strengths, builds skills, and secures paid employment opportunities in the community for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Family Support Services (FSS)
Offers financial reimbursement, respite, training, and special events to support families caring for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Rent Assistance (Individual Support Services)
Provides rental assistance and community habilitation support to help high-functioning individuals live independently.
Residential Programs (IRA)
Provides 24-hour supervised and supportive residential care for adults with developmental disabilities in specially designed homes staffed by trained professionals.
Respite Program
Provides temporary relief to caregivers by offering in-home or community-based care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Self-Direction
Supports individuals and families in choosing and managing their own mix of services tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
Social Care Network
Provides nutrition support, transportation, home modifications, rent/mortgage help, and kitchen essentials to families in Brooklyn and Rockland County.
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 4 activities
    • Community habilitation services
      Delivers one-on-one community habilitation services in home or community settings to help individuals with developmental disabilities develop skills in social interaction, self-care, and community integration, as part of both general and rent assistance support programs.
    • Family support services
      Provides comprehensive family support including educational training, special events, respite programs, and financial reimbursements to assist families caring for individuals with developmental disabilities.
    • Rent and housing assistance
      Operates a Rent Assistance program (Individual Support Services) providing rental and mortgage support to help high-functioning individuals with developmental disabilities live independently and prevent housing instability.
    • Residential care for adults with developmental disabilities
      Operates more than a dozen residences providing 24-hour care for adults with developmental disabilities, including 9 Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRA) homes serving 49 individuals annually as reported in fiscal years 2020 and 2021.
  • Autism and Neurodiversity Family Support Services 1 activity
    • Assistive technology services
      Provides assistive technology such as augmentative communication devices, adaptive aids, and auditory aids to support independence and communication for individuals with developmental and physical challenges.
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Services 1 activity
    • Behavior management services
      Provides behavior management through licensed clinicians, creating individualized behavior plans and training families to manage emotional and behavioral challenges in children and individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Day habilitation and structured day programs
      Provides structured day programs offering daily learning, social, and educational activities, including coordinated classes, outings, and events to enrich daily life and support community integration for adults with developmental disabilities.
  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Employment and job placement services
      Offers skill development and job placement services to individuals with developmental disabilities and others facing barriers to employment, promoting greater independence through work.
  • Home Accessibility Modifications 1 activity
    • Home and environmental modifications
      Provides environmental modifications and assistive technology, including installation of ramps, lifts, handrails, roll-in showers, and adaptive devices, to improve safety, access, and independence for individuals in their homes.
  • Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
    • Medical and therapeutic services for children
      Provides rehabilitation patient care, medical and physical therapy, and psychological diagnostic services for children with special needs and their families.
  • Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Respite care services
      Provides respite care to offer temporary relief for caregivers, including in-home and camp-based programs, supporting both individuals and families by sharing caregiving responsibilities and promoting restorative experiences.
  • Self-Directed Disability Support Services 1 activity
    • Self-direction and care coordination services
      Offers self-direction services and care management support, empowering individuals to manage their own care, with HCS coordinators helping families identify eligible programs and customize service combinations.
  • Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
    • Summer camp placement and support
      Provides financial and logistical support to enable individuals with care needs to attend summer camps, facilitating placements in affordable and appropriate programs through coordination with families and camp providers.
  • Transportation Access Support 1 activity
    • Transportation and basic needs assistance
      Provides transportation assistance for medical appointments and social services, along with distribution of meals, food vouchers, and basic kitchen appliances to support health and stability for families in need.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$135.82M
Contributions & grants$1.37M1%
Program service revenue$129.01M95%
Investment income$560K0%
Other revenue$4.87M
expenses
Total expenses$115.19M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$46.23M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$143.80M
Cash$11.71M
Investments$10.49M
Liabilities$13.61M
Net assets$130.19M
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +17.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 11
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
AARON OBERLANDER PRESIDENT/CEO 34 $728K
SHLOIME REICHMAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 34 $336K
RAIZY PINKASOVITS DIRECTOR HUDSON VALLEY REGION 35 $265K
SHULIM ELIEZER GREENFELD DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS 35 $251K
MICHAEL DEMBINSKY DIRECTOR OF SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS 35 $244K
AYELET CHAVIVA KATZ CLINICAL DIRECTOR 35 $236K
JOEL BRECHER DIRECTOR OF RESIDENCES 35 $225K
ISREAL LICHTENSTEIN DIRECTOR OF COMMHAB/RESPITE 35 $192K
MENASHE EISEN PROGRAM SUPERVISOR 35 $191K
CHAVA ZEITLIN DIRECTOR OF CARE MANAGEMENT 35 $185K
MINDY KUPCZYK PAYROLL AND BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR 35 $176K
board members · 7
  • DAVID HIRSCH — BOARD MEMBER (THRU 09/2024)
  • DAVID SNE — BOARD MEMBER
  • EUGENE LEFKOWITZ — TREASURER
  • ISRAEL GRUNWALD — BOARD MEMBER
  • MOSHE FREUND — BOARD MEMBER (AS OF 03/2025)
  • SHLOME BIERMAN — CHAIRMAN
  • YISROEL LOEFFLER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 2

Who they work with

  • OPWDD Government — Receives funding and operates under the umbrella of the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) for consolidated services.
  • summer programs Partner — Collaborates with summer programs to place individuals in suitable and affordable camp environments.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community Integration Through Tailored Habilitation
    methodology: community_habilitation
    By providing individualized skill development in community settings, we promote independence and social inclusion because real-world practice in supported environments builds lasting competencies and belonging.
  • Family-Involved Care Planning
    methodology: family-centered_behavior_intervention
    By engaging families as collaborative partners in identifying needs and designing interventions, we improve implementation fidelity and behavioral outcomes because family insight and involvement enhance relevance and consistency of support strategies.
  • Person-Centered Empowerment Model
    methodology: person_centered_empowerment
    By centering services on individual autonomy and self-direction, we improve engagement and outcomes because personal control fosters dignity, motivation, and sustained participation in care and development.
  • Strengths-Based Individual Development
    methodology: strengths_based_employment
    By focusing on individual capabilities and personal goals, we build skills and promote independence because aligning services with existing strengths increases self-efficacy and meaningful community integration.