irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $12.53MFAMILY MENTAL HEALTH FSW'S OMH LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH CLINICS ARE LOCATED WITHIN OUR SEVEN FAMILY CENTERS IN YONKERS, MOUNT VERNON, PELHAM, WHITE PLAINS, HASTINGS ON HUDSON, SLEEPY HOLLOW, AND PORT CHESTER, AS WELL AS AT SATELLITE CLINICS LOCATED WITHIN SCHOOLS AROUND WESTCHESTER COUNTY. IN ADDITION TO THESE LICENSED CLINICAL SERVICES, RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES ARE OFFERED THROUGH A SPECTRUM OF MORE THAN 20 PROGRAMS THAT HELP FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS OVERCOME CHALLENGES AND MAKE HEALTHIER LIFE DECISIONS. FOR EXAMPLE: FAMILY STRENGTHENING EARLY STEP FORWARD FAMILY PRESERVATION AND GERIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.
- #2 $15.94MFSW'S EDUCATION PROGRAMS ARE COMPRISED OF EARLY HEAD START, HEAD START, HEAD START, PRIME TIME AND UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN. EARLY HEAD START IS A FEDERAL PROGRAM WHICH SERVES PREGNANT WOMEN, INFANTS AND TODDLERS USING EITHER A HOME-BASED OR A CENTER-BASED DELIVERY MODEL. EARLY HEAD START IS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT PARENTS IN THEIR ROLES AS THE PRIMARY INFLUENCES ON THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THEIR CHILDREN.HEAD START IS A FEDERALLY FUNDED PROGRAM FOR PRESCHOOLERS FROM LOW-INCOME FAMILIES, INTENDED TO FOSTER YOUNG CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENT AND WELL-BEING. HEAD START IS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT PARENTS IN THEIR ROLES AS THE PRIMARY INFLUENCES ON THE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THEIR CHILDREN. WITHIN HEAD START, FOUR-YEAR-OLDS CAN BE ENROLLED IN THE UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM, A COLLABORATION BETWEEN FSW AND THE WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT.PRIME TIME IS A SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM THAT OFFERS DIAGNOSTIC, REMEDIAL, AND PREVENTIVE SERVICES TO PRESCHOOL CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL AND/OR LEARNING DISABILITIES. A VARIETY OF CLASSROOM MODELS PROVIDE THE LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR EACH CHILD BASED ON HIS OR HER INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN. SERVICES INCLUDE SPEECH, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, PHYSICAL THERAPY, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AND EVALUATIONS BY LICENSED PROFESSIONALS. BILINGUAL EVALUATIONS ARE ALSO OFFERED.UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN (UPK) IS A NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PROGRAM FUNDED TO SERVE FOUR-YEAR-OLD PRESCHOOLERS RESIDING IN THE CITY OF WHITE PLAINS WHO ARE ENTITLED TO ATTEND THE WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT WHEN THEY ARE OF KINDERGARTEN AGE. UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN IS A COMPREHENSIVE EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES THAT FOSTERS THE DEVELOPMENT AND WELL-BEING OF CHILDREN.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Early Childhood Respite
Home- and community-based program supporting parents of children birth to 5 by improving parenting skills and parent-child relationships.
Early Head Start & Head Start
Federally funded early childhood education programs for low-income families, including home-based and center-based services for children from birth to age 5.
Early Step Forward
Mental health intervention program for children birth to 5 with behavioral challenges, supporting school readiness through parent and childcare staff collaboration.
Family Mental Health Centers
Seven licensed mental health clinics across Westchester County offering therapy, psychiatric care, and behavioral health services in multiple languages.
Forensic A.C.T (FACT)
Assertive Community Treatment program for adults with severe mental illness involved in the criminal justice system, providing wraparound support to reduce recidivism.
Prime Time
State-approved special education program for preschoolers with developmental or learning disabilities, providing diagnostic, remedial, and therapeutic services.
Senior Services
Home care, counseling, adult day care, and housing support for elderly individuals, including those with chronic mental illness and veterans.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 2 activities
- Early childhood development and family support servicesDelivers Early Head Start and Head Start programs for pregnant women, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers from low-income families, using both home-based and center-based models to promote child development, maternal health, and school readiness. Serves families across Westchester County with comprehensive developmental, health, and family support services.
- Respite and family support for parents of young childrenOperates a home and community-based respite program for parents and children ages birth to five receiving preventive services in Westchester County, offering education on child development, age-appropriate play, positive interaction, and support for community involvement and access to resources.
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Mobile Mental Health Crisis Intervention 1 activity
- In-home mental health services for adults in the criminal justice systemProvides in-home mental health services several times per week to adults with severe mental illness who are involved in the criminal justice system.
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Comprehensive Community Service Hubs 1 activity
- Innovative community programs through Family CentersOffers innovative programs tailored to the needs of children, youth, adults, and seniors through a network of 12 centers, including eight Family Centers and seven licensed mental health centers, across Westchester County.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 1 activity
- Mental health and social services for individuals in Westchester CountyProvides comprehensive mental health and social services through 50 programs to approximately 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, NY, including therapy, counseling, and case management for children, adults, and families. Services are delivered through seven OMH-licensed Family Mental Health Centers, school-based clinics, and home settings.
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School-Based Mental Health and Family Support 1 activity
- Mental health services for young children with behavioral challengesProvides targeted mental health services for children ages birth to five experiencing behavioral challenges affecting school readiness, including screenings, individual and group counseling, parent groups, staff training, and referrals to community services in Westchester County.
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Language Access Services 1 activity
- Multilingual and telehealth therapy servicesProvides therapy services in multiple languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Swedish, German, and Farsi, and offers telephone and video therapy options to increase accessibility for clients.
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Reentry Support Services 1 activity
- Reentry support for individuals returning from incarcerationLinks individuals returning from state incarceration to supportive services including drug and alcohol treatment, mental health care, education, employment services, and housing to support successful community reintegration.
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Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
- Support services for elderly and frail seniorsDelivers in-home and personal care, counseling, and prevention programs for elderly and frail seniors, including elder abuse prevention and initiatives to promote community connection and well-being.
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 1 activity
- Support services for veterans and their familiesOperates the Veterans Outreach and Support Project and Vet2Vet peer support program, serving veterans from all eras regardless of discharge status, with case management, peer support, suicide prevention, and assistance in housing, employment, benefits, food stability, and health. Served over 500 veterans in a fiscal year.
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Special Education Preschool Programs 1 activity
- Universal Pre-Kindergarten and special education services for preschoolersOffers Universal Pre-K for four-year-olds in partnership with the White Plains City School District and provides Prime Time special education services for preschool children with developmental or learning disabilities, including diagnostic, remedial, and preventive support through individualized classroom models and licensed therapies.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$36.71M
Contributions & grants$23.05M63%
Program service revenue$13.57M37%
Investment income$8K0%
Other revenue$76K
expenses
Total expenses$36.91M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$23.06M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$21.68M
Cash$2.81M
Investments$378K
Liabilities$14.72M
Net assets$6.96M
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +11.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| KAREN FINK | VP OF CLINICAL SERVICES | 35 | $162K |
| NNACHI MBA | PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITI | 35 | $133K |
| JOQUENE HALL RAMIREZ | SVP EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRA | 35 | $127K |
| RODESIA EDMUNDSON | VP OF CLINICAL SERVICES | 35 | $114K |
| ANDREW LEVINE | SR. CLINICAL DIRECTOR | 35 | $104K |
board members · 11
- ALIDA HODES-GALLIN — BOARD MEMBER
- ANA CLARA HERNANDEZ — BOARD MEMBER
- BLAKELY LOWRY — BOARD MEMBER
- DOUGLAS MCCLINTOCK — TREASURER
- JEFF SMITH — VICE CHAIR
- KRISTEN NAGLE — BOARD MEMBER
- LESLIE CHANG — BOARD MEMBER
- LINDSAY FARRELL — PRESIDENT/CEO
- LISA COPELAND — CHAIRPERSON
- MARIA REGINA LARA — BOARD MEMBER
- MELINDA LABOY GANELES — SECRETARY
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Administration for Children and Families Government — Grant funding administered through this agency
- Board of Directors Government — Volunteer board composed of members from the business and local community that governs Family Services of Westchester
- Child Care Council of Westchester Partner — Partner in the Early Step Forward program providing mental health services to young children.
- New York State Department of Education Government — State education agency that approves Prime Time to provide special education and therapeutic services
- New York State Office of Mental Health Government — Licensed the seven Family Mental Health Centers to provide mental health services.
- Office of Head Start Government — Provides grant funding to support services
- SPOA Partner — Refers clients to the Forensic A.C.T (FACT) program
- Saint Joseph’s Family Health Center Partner — Hosts the Yonkers Partial Hospital Program for Young Children on behalf of Family Services of Westchester.
- The Guidance Center of Westchester Partner — Partner in the Early Step Forward program providing mental health services to young children.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Government — Administers the federal Head Start and Early Head Start programs in partnership with Family Services of Westchester
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Government — Federal department overseeing the funding agency
- Westchester Children’s Association Partner — Partner in the Early Step Forward program providing mental health services to young children.
- Westchester Community Opportunity Program Partner — Partner in the Early Step Forward program providing mental health services to young children.
- Westchester County Government — Collaborates on the operation of the Reentry Task Force to support individuals returning from state incarceration.
- Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health Government — Government partner and funder in the Early Step Forward program.
- Westchester Jewish Community Services Partner — Partner in the Early Step Forward program providing mental health services to young children.
- White Plains City School District Partner — Collaborates with FAMILY SERVICES OF WESTCHESTER INC on the Universal Pre-Kindergarten program.
- White Plains school district Partner — Requires proof of residency in the White Plains school district for Universal Pre-K program eligibility
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.
- Family-Engaged Early Childhood Development Model 76 orgsmethodology: family-engaged learningBy integrating parenting support, in-home family services, and collaboration with childcare providers, we improve child development and school readiness outcomes because parents are empowered as primary agents of their children’s growth and learning.shared approach: Family-Centered Development →
- Strengths-Based, Individualized Support Planning 76 orgsmethodology: strengths-based therapyBy identifying personal strengths and environmental barriers through goal-oriented treatment planning, we produce more sustainable behavior change and client engagement because the approach fosters agency and realistic, step-by-step progress.shared approach: Family-Centered Development →
- Assertive Community Treatment for Justice-Involved Individuals 12 orgsmethodology: assertive_community_treatmentBy delivering mental health services directly in the homes of individuals with severe mental illness involved in the criminal justice system, we improve engagement and treatment adherence because it reduces structural and logistical barriers to access.shared approach: Community-Integrated Care →
- Culturally Responsive and Neighborhood-Based Service Deliverymethodology: culturally responsive careBy operating through neighborhood-based Family Centers with culturally diverse clinical staff, we increase service relevance and accessibility because care is tailored to local community contexts and respects cultural identity as a core component of healing.
- Integrated Mental Health and Social Support Servicesmethodology: integrated_support_servicesBy combining licensed clinical mental health care with broader social support programs, we help individuals and families make healthier life decisions because psychological and socioeconomic challenges are addressed concurrently within a unified system of care.