named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Intensive, community-based service for individuals with serious mental illness, providing comprehensive psychiatric, vocational, and rehabilitative services in home or community settings with 24/7 availability.
Chemical Dependency Programs
Substance use disorder treatment programs serving Nassau and Suffolk counties, including outpatient counseling and recovery support.
Day Treatment Program for Adults
Structured, group-based behavioral health treatment and therapeutic rehabilitation for adults, offering more than 60 different therapeutic groups weekly focused on mental health, recovery, social connections, and daily functioning.
Developmental Disabilities Services
Specialized services for individuals with developmental disabilities across NYC, Nassau, and Suffolk counties, including community-based support and treatment.
Health Home/Care Management
Coordinated care management services for individuals with complex health and behavioral health needs across NYC, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.
Meeting Place Clubhouse
Psychosocial rehabilitation program providing supportive community activities and recovery services for adults with mental health conditions.
Senior Community Service Center
Services for older adults including social support, activities, and community engagement opportunities.
Social Model Day Program for Alzheimer's/Dementia
Specialized day program providing structured activities and support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 2 activities
- Co-locating integrated behavioral health servicesProvides integrated services at single sites including behavioral health treatment, substance use treatment, care management, peer services, and developmental disability supports to improve access and coordination of care.
- Providing care management and health home servicesDelivers care management and health home services to support individuals in areas including housing, benefits, employment, education, legal needs, and daily living skills across NYC, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 2 activities
- Delivering behavioral health services in adult homesProvides behavioral health care, including medication management and crisis intervention, to adults residing in DOH-licensed Adult Homes across New York State through on-site clinics.
- Providing outpatient behavioral health and substance use counseling servicesOperates multiple outpatient clinics across Queens, Brooklyn, Nassau, and Suffolk counties, offering individual and group counseling, psychotherapy, and substance use treatment for individuals aged five and older. Services are available in-person and via telehealth.
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Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Recovery Services 2 activities
- Operating clubhouse and peer support programs for mental health recoveryRuns the MEETING PLACE CLUBHOUSE in Valley Stream, NY, providing peer-led psychosocial rehabilitation and community support to promote recovery and social connections for individuals with mental illness.
- Operating day treatment and intensive community-based psychiatric rehabilitation programsProvides structured day treatment programs six days per week, including holidays, with personalized recovery plans integrating individual therapy and over 60 weekly therapeutic groups. Serves individuals with serious mental illness who face barriers to traditional treatment.
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School-Based Mental Health and Family Support 1 activity
- Offering school-based counseling programsProvides behavioral health counseling services within school settings to support the emotional well-being and academic success of students.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- Operating 24/7 crisis intervention and emergency support servicesRuns a 24/7 walk-in crisis center and accepts referrals from first responders and community providers for immediate, non-hospital emergency support for behavioral health and substance use crises.
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Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 1 activity
- Operating senior services and dementia-specific day programsProvides a Senior Community Service Center and a Social Model Day Program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia in Hewlett, NY, offering structured activities and support tailored to cognitive and social needs.
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
- Providing chemical dependency and substance use treatment programsOffers comprehensive chemical dependency treatment, including medication for addiction treatment (MAT), counseling, and recovery support services for adolescents and adults with alcohol, drug, and other substance use concerns.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Providing developmental disabilities servicesOffers community-based supports and services for individuals with developmental disabilities in New York City, Nassau County, and Suffolk County.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$77.87M
Contributions & grants$4.64M6%
Program service revenue$71.93M92%
Investment income$1.16M1%
Other revenue$139K
expenses
Total expenses$89.15M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$49.12M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$74.82M
Cash$15.05M
Investments$17.69M
Liabilities$27.40M
Net assets$47.42M
Liquid reserves4.4 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +6.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 19
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| HERRICK LIPTON | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 60 | $1.18M |
| FLORA BIENSTOCK | CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICER | 60 | $667K |
| SHAMILA KADIM | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 60 | $646K |
| SIGAL MASHALL | CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER | 60 | $643K |
| JEREMY MERRILL | DIRECTOR OF HEALTH HOMES | 60 | $471K |
| ARIEL BARAFF | DIRECTOR OF REVENUE CYCLE | 60 | $344K |
| MARYANN IANNACI-RISORTO | DIRECTOR OF QA | 40 | $300K |
| AREN SHAMASH | CONTROLLER | 40 | $295K |
| SUSAN APPLEMAN | DIRECTOR OF CLINICS | 40 | $285K |
| JEFFEREY MILLER | PSYCHIATRIST | 40 | $264K |
| BOR-SHIUAN CHUANG | PSYCHIATRIST | 40 | $244K |
| GERALDINE DIDOMENICO | SECRETARY | 1 | $15K |
| GARY GOLDSTEIN | PRESIDENT / CHAIRMAN | 1 | $8K |
| MARTIN LIEBMAN | TREASURER | 1 | $7K |
| STEPHEN WEXLER | DIRECTOR | 1 | $7K |
| THOMAS MATTIOLI | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | $6K |
| ALAN GERSHON | DIRECTOR | 1 | $5K |
| ROBERT CUCCO MD | DIRECTOR | 1 | $4K |
| LOWELL FELDMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | $4K |
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- NYS Office of Mental Health Government — Participates in the NYS CCBHC Pilot, indicating a formal relationship with the state in delivering certified behavioral health services.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Provides behavioral health services for adults in DOH-licensed Adult Homes.
- New York State Office for Addiction Services and Supports Government — Licensed provider of addiction services.
- New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Licensed provider of services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- New York State Office of Mental Health Government — Licensed provider of behavioral health services.
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-Embedded Service Delivery to Enhance Access and Trustmethodology: community-based_service_deliveryBy delivering services in community-based and home settings and leveraging long-standing local presence, the organization increases accessibility, comfort, and trust because non-clinical environments reduce barriers and strengthen engagement among vulnerable populations.
- Integrated Care Coordination for Holistic Client Supportmethodology: integrated_care_modelBy coordinating mental health, substance use, primary care, and social support services across providers and community resources, the organization addresses the full spectrum of client needs because integrated support improves stability, reduces hospitalizations, and enhances community integration and independence.
- Recovery-Oriented, Resilience-Based Care Approachmethodology: recovery-oriented careBy treating relapse as a normal part of recovery and emphasizing continuity of care, the organization fosters long-term resilience and engagement because this reduces dropout, supports sustained progress, and aligns with client-centered recovery journeys.
- Use of Evidence-Based Practices Linked to Personal Goalsmethodology: evidence-based practice with goal integrationBy applying evidence-based practices that connect skill development and therapeutic progress to clients’ personal goals, the organization enables real-world application of gains because goal integration increases motivation, decision-making capacity, and quality of life.