named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Age and Gender Specific Groups
Specialized group therapy programs tailored to the developmental and social needs of specific demographics, including teens and young adults.
Comprehensive Assessment and Referral Services
Initial clinical evaluation to determine appropriate level of care and connect clients with internal or external treatment resources.
Individual, Family and Group Counseling
Therapy services for adolescents and adults addressing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health issues through personalized counseling modalities.
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Integrated treatment combining behavioral therapy with FDA-approved medications to support recovery from opioid and alcohol use disorders.
Significant Other Education and Treatment
Support program for family members and loved ones of individuals with addiction, offering therapeutic intervention and education on co-dependency and recovery dynamics.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 2 activities
- Provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disordersDelivers FDA-approved medication-assisted treatment integrated with counseling and therapy for adolescents and adults with substance use disorders, tailored to individual needs and recovery goals.
- Provides substance abuse counseling and treatment services for adolescents and familiesOffers specialized clinical counseling, personalized treatment plans, and family therapy for adolescents struggling with substance abuse, addressing both individual recovery and family system dynamics. Services include individual, group, and family counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and support for co-occurring mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Conducts SBIRT screenings and evidence-based assessments for substance usePerforms SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) screenings for all individuals beginning treatment to assess substance use and determine appropriate care pathways, including referrals to in-patient facilities, detox centers, or specialized programs.
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Opioid Harm Reduction Services 1 activity
- Delivers school-based and community drug prevention and education programsProvides on-site drug prevention services, substance abuse education, and NARCAN training to middle and high schools, communities, and corporate entities. Programs aim to increase awareness, improve response strategies, and prevent opioid overdose deaths through evidence-based interventions.
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Professional Training and Certification in Mental Health 1 activity
- Delivers training and professional development on addiction and mental healthProvides seminars, training, and continuous education for medical professionals, therapists, and the public on mental health, addiction, SBIRT methodologies, and patient care dynamics.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Offers after-school recreational, academic, and therapeutic programs for youthProvides after-school activities including homework assistance, physical exercise, therapeutic arts and crafts, and social recreation for youth in grades 1–12. Operates the Center for Alternatives in Woodmere, NY, offering structured recreational and educational support programs for school-aged children and adolescents.
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Peer-Led Mental Health Support Groups 1 activity
- Offers peer support and self-help programs for adolescents in recoveryOperates self-help and peer support groups for adolescents to build resilience, self-worth, and community connection during recovery, reducing isolation and promoting mutual support.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- Provides emergency and crisis intervention services for addictionOffers 24-hour emergency availability and crisis management services for clients experiencing acute addiction crises, including emergency medical care and immediate intervention.
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12-Step Recovery Support Services 1 activity
- Provides support services for families and significant others of individuals with addictionOffers individual and group counseling, education, and therapy for spouses, partners, parents, children, siblings, and friends of individuals in recovery. Programs focus on boundary-setting, reducing enabling behaviors, emotional processing, and improving family dynamics.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$50K
Contributions & grants$43K86%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$69K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$26K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$15K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$-93K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -31.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CINDY WOLFF | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 4 | $16K |
board members · 10
- ALLEN SEXTER — BOARD MEMBER
- ANDREW HARWIN — BOARD MEMBER
- BARRY NISMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- ELLEN ELKOWITZ — BOARD MEMBER
- HARRY KASSEL — BOARD MEMBER
- HOLLIE FINKELBERG-PALUMBO — BOARD MEMBER
- MITCHELL KOSHERS — BOARD MEMBER
- NINA RODOLITZ — BOARD MEMBER
- PAT BOHAN — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBERT BECKER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- AA Partner — Collaborates with or refers to Alcoholics Anonymous as part of support system development in recovery.
- Al-Anon Partner — Connects individuals with Al-Anon for peer support in coping with a family member's addiction.
- Exponents Drug Treatment Partner — Former employer and professional affiliation of Director of Health Services Elaine Squeri in clinical drug treatment services.
- Forest Hills Hospital Partner — Former employer and professional affiliation of Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor in emergency medicine.
- Michele Gonzalez Partner — Contributing author on healing significant others in addiction recovery
- NA Partner — Collaborates with or refers to Narcotics Anonymous as part of support system development in recovery.
- NYIT-NY College of Osteopathic Medicine Partner — Academic affiliate where Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor held a faculty appointment.
- NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services Government — Licensed provider of social worker continuing education and certified by the NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services.
- NYU School of Medicine Partner — Academic affiliate where Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor held a faculty appointment.
- Nar-Anon Partner — Connects individuals with Nar-Anon for peer support in coping with a family member's addiction.
- Nassau County Government — Provides youth counseling services in Nassau County, indicating a service relationship with the region.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Recognized as a NARCAN trainer by the New York State Department of Health.
- North Shore-Hofstra School of Medicine Partner — Academic affiliate where Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor held a faculty appointment.
- Northwell Health Glen Cove Hospital Partner — Former employer and professional affiliation of Executive Director Cindy Wolff in community psychiatry and substance abuse services.
- Peninsula Hospital Partner — Former employer and professional affiliation of Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor in emergency medicine leadership.
- SMART Recovery Partner — Collaborates with or refers to SMART Recovery as part of support system development in recovery.
- St. Vincent’s Services Partner — Former employer and professional affiliation of Executive Director Cindy Wolff in foster care and adoption services.
- Stony Brook University School of Medicine Partner — Academic affiliate where Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor held a faculty appointment.
- Teen Intervene Partner — Implements the Teen Intervene evidence-based prevention program as part of youth services.
- Tempo Group Network — Tempo Youth Services is part of Tempo Group, operating under its organizational umbrella.
- Tempo Group, Inc. Partner — Provides services through a partnership with Tempo Youth Services, operating under the broader Tempo Group, Inc. organization.
- Too Good for Drugs & Violence Partner — Uses the Too Good for Drugs & Violence curriculum in its evidence-based intervention and prevention programming.
- Winthrop University Hospital Partner — Professional affiliation through which Medical Director Dr. Fitzgerald Alcindor held academic appointments.
- detox centers Partner — Partners with detox centers to ensure smooth transitions for patients requiring specialized care.
- in-patient facilities Partner — Collaborates with in-patient facilities to refer patients when care needs exceed internal scope.
- specialized therapeutic programs Partner — Works with specialized therapeutic programs to support patient referrals and continued care.
strategies · 5
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.
- Early Intervention in School Settingsmethodology: school-based preventionBy delivering prevention services directly within schools, we increase reach and effectiveness among at-risk adolescents because early, accessible intervention in familiar environments reduces stigma and enables timely support.
- Family-Systems Approach to Adolescent Addiction Treatmentmethodology: family-systems-approachBy engaging the entire family system in treatment rather than focusing solely on the individual, we improve recovery outcomes because addiction is understood as a relational and systemic issue that requires collective healing and support.
- Integrated Care for Co-Occurring Disordersmethodology: integrated-mental-health-and-addiction-treatmentBy simultaneously addressing substance use, mental health, and physical health conditions within a unified treatment framework, we improve outcomes because these disorders are interdependent and mutually influential in adolescent recovery.
- Personalized Treatment Planning Based on Clinical Assessmentmethodology: individualized treatment planningBy using comprehensive clinical assessments to inform individualized treatment plans, we improve recovery outcomes because tailored interventions are more responsive to the unique psychological, social, and developmental needs of each adolescent.
- Youth Development Through Safe and Supportive Environmentsmethodology: safe-space youth developmentBy providing safe, staff-supervised after-school environments with recreational and educational activities, we reduce at-risk behaviors because structured positive engagement fosters self-esteem, peer connection, and alternatives to substance use or gang involvement.