What they reported doing
- #1 primary $19.78MTHE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDED SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME PEOPLE, ALL OF WHOM LIVE WITH EITHER HIV/AIDS OR OTHER CHRONIC ILLNESSES. SERVICES ARE DESIGNED TO ELIMINATE BARRIERS TO CARE AND INCREASE ACCESS TO QUALITY MEDICAL CARE VIA MEDICAL CASE MANAGEMENT AND PATIENT NAVIGATION. OVER THE COURSE OF THE YEAR, BAILEY HOUSE OFFERED PEER-BASED SUPPORT GROUPS FOCUSING ON HEALTH EDUCATION, RECOVERY, AND RISK REDUCTION. THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAM CONSISTS OF A FOOD PANTRY, PROVIDING FOOD ASSISTANCE VIA GROCERY BAGS FOR CLIENTS AND THE GREATER SURROUNDING COMMUNITY, AS WELL AS NUTRITION EDUCATION THROUGH FOOD AND MEAL PREPARATION DEMONSTRATIONS, NUTRITION WORKSHOPS AND PRINTED MATERIALS. LAST YEAR, THE FOOD PANTRY PROVIDED LOTS OF MEALS TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY. OUR EAST HARLEM NEIGHBORHOOD RECORDS THE HIGHEST RATE OF PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITALIZATIONS AND THE SECOND HIGHEST RATE OF SUICIDE. THE CLINIC OPERATES UNDER A HARM REDUCTION PHILOSOPHY, AND THE "SHOW RATE" FOR PATIENTS IS HIGHER THAN MANY CLINICS, AN EXTRAORDINARY ACCOMPLISHMENT GIVEN THE TARGET POPULATION TYPICALLY BEING DIFFICULT TO ENGAGE IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE.
What they call their work
What they do
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HIV/AIDS Prevention and Support Services 3 activities
- Advocacy for HIV/AIDS and chronic illness support strategiesAdvocates for policies and strategies that advance supportive housing, health services, and community-based care for people with or at risk of HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses.
- HIV and Hepatitis C testing and prevention servicesProvides confidential HIV and Hepatitis C testing with 4th generation rapid tests for same-day results, ensures prompt linkage to medical care for positive cases, and offers education and referral for PrEP and PEP medications to individuals at risk.
- Medical case management and patient navigationProvides care management, medical case management, and patient navigation services to help low-income individuals living with HIV/AIDS or other chronic illnesses access healthcare, schedule appointments, arrange transportation, enroll in benefits, and coordinate with providers.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 2 activities
- Behavioral health and support services at East Harlem Service CenterOperates a service center in East Harlem that provides licensed behavioral health clinics, peer-based support groups, Health Home case management, therapeutic group programs (e.g., Healthy Living Project, Seeking Safety, Wellness Self-Management), and confidential HIV/Hepatitis C testing with same-day results and linkage to care.
- Comprehensive mental health servicesProvides comprehensive mental health services including counseling, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapeutic group programs, all offered in Spanish.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Development of affordable and supportive housing unitsHas approximately 220 new affordable and supportive housing units in development to serve vulnerable populations, including those living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food pantry and nutrition assistance programOperates a weekly food pantry in East Harlem that distributes nutritious grocery bags to clients and the surrounding community, includes educational materials on nutrition, offers meal preparation workshops, and provides assistance with SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) applications.
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
- Outpatient substance use treatment and recovery supportOffers outpatient substance use treatment, relapse prevention, recovery support groups (e.g., Building Life Skills, Positive Change, Recovery Skills), and non-enrollment services including syringe disposal, syringe exchange collaborations, and opioid overdose prevention, all provided in Spanish.
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Permanent Supportive Housing for HIV/AIDS 1 activity
- Supportive housing for people with HIV/AIDS and chronic illnessesProvides safe and stable congregate and scattered-site supportive housing for hundreds of individuals annually, including men, women, children, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, families, and young adults aged 18–26 who are experiencing homelessness and living with HIV/AIDS or other chronic illnesses.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Treatment readiness supportOffers treatment readiness support for individuals facing barriers such as substance use, homelessness, and complex health challenges to improve engagement in medical and social services.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLES KING | MEMBER/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFF | 1 | $567K |
| MATTHEW BERNARDO | MEMBER | 1 | $435K |
| ANDREW COAMEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 1 | $298K |
| JOLANTA ILCZUK | CFO (THROUGH 7/24) | 1 | $275K |
| MARIUSZ GOLIANEK | INTERIM CFO (FROM 8/24-THRU 12/24) | 1 | $250K |
| KEVIN BLANK | VICE PRESIDENT FOR HOUSIN | 40 | $211K |
| JEWEL ALLRED | VICE PRESIDENT HUMAN RESOU | 40 | $202K |
| LAUREN ESTBY | VP FOR PREVENTION SERVICE | 40 | $187K |
| JASMINE MCBEAN | DIRECTOR OF PURCH. OFFICE SERV. | 40 | $122K |
| DARA BIBB | DIRECTOR OF HOUSING OPERATIONS | 40 | $121K |
- GREGORY SPRAGGINS — MEMBER
- JEFF JACQUES MD — MEMBER
- JENNIFER LACK-KAPLAN — MEMBER
- KATHERINE G WEINSTEIN — MEMBER
- KATHLEEN MCGIVNEY — CHAIRPERSON
- LOUIS A BURNS SR — MEMBER
- MATTHEW BANEY — TREASURER
- TED DAWSON — MEMBER
Who they work with
- Art House 2025 Partner — Collaborates on a benefit event featuring artists, activists, and leaders to support efforts to #HouseNYC.
- Housing Works Partner — Bailey House engages in combined advocacy work as part of Housing Works.
- Housing Works Partner — Collaborates on client services, including shared contact information for scheduling appointments and inquiries.
- Housing Works Partner — Collaborates on housing development and service integration following merger in 2019.
- Housing Works Partner — Merged with Bailey House in January 2019 to form one of the largest providers of HIV/AIDS housing and comprehensive services in New York City.
- Housing Works Community Healthcare Partner — Provides healthcare services integrated into Bailey House housing developments.
- New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services Government — Licensed provider of substance use treatment services
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Funder — SAMHSA funds the Healthy Living Project therapeutic group program offered by Bailey House.
How they approach the work
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- Harm Reduction in Behavioral Healthmethodology: harm_reductionBy applying a harm reduction philosophy that is client-centered and trauma-mitigating, the organization improves engagement and retention in behavioral health and recovery services, because this approach respects autonomy, reduces stigma, and meets individuals where they are in their recovery journey.
- Housing First with Healthcare Integrationmethodology: housing_firstBy providing stable housing as an immediate, unconditional foundation, individuals can better engage with health and social services, leading to improved health outcomes for people living with or at risk of HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, because housing stability reduces systemic barriers and serves as a platform for recovery and care adherence.
- Integrated Support Services Modelmethodology: integrated_support_servicesBy combining housing, healthcare, prevention, and social support into coordinated service pathways, the organization improves holistic health outcomes for vulnerable populations, because integrated models address the interconnected drivers of poor health and systemic marginalization.