Family Services
Our family services offer essential programs and initiatives designed to address a wide array of challenges faced by individuals and families in need.
Greater New York Family Services Information
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Pathway of Hope (PoH)
In 2023, The Salvation Army is implementing a new program in New York City called Pathway of Hope.
With success in other regions across the country, Pathway of Hope is an intensive case management program for families committed to breaking intergenerational cycles of poverty
through holistic lifestyle changes.The program is supported by social workers and pastoral care, and offers resources such as job coaching, financial management skills, GED preparedness, and daycare.
With proven results, we hope to expand Pathway of Hope to other parts of the Greater New York area.
If interested in learning more about Pathway of Hope, please contact Aloyce Simpson at aloyce.simpson@use.salvationarmy.org.
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Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS)
The Salvation Army operates 8 Developmental Disabilities (DDS) Homes in the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn, offering a sense of family in a supervised environment by professional trained staff. Residents are provided with development in:
- Independent Living Skills
- Physical, Speech, and Occupational Therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Recreation and Socialization
- Community Inclusion and Life Experiences
If interested in learning more about our Developmental Disabilities homes, please contact us at contactgny@use.salvationarmy.org.
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Opioid Overdose Prevention Program
The Salvation Army Greater New York’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Program (OOPP) addresses the devastating impact of the opioid crisis, which claims lives in New York every four hours.
The program provides education on opioid misuse, the dangers of substances like fentanyl, and how to recognize the signs of an overdose.
It also trains community members to respond effectively in emergencies, emphasizing the safe and simple use of NARCAN, a life-saving medication that can restore breathing within minutes.
As a certified distributor under the New York State Opioid Prevention Program, The Salvation Army supplies free NARCAN kits that include two doses of nasal spray, gloves, a protective face shield, and informational resources.
Kits are available at its headquarters and local centers, ensuring community members are prepared to intervene during critical moments.
By combining resources, training, and outreach, the OOPP empowers New Yorkers to save lives and reduce barriers to care while advancing the mission of meeting human need without discrimination.
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We are dedicated to serving those who need us the most.
The Salvation Army Family Services is a vital and compassionate network of programs and initiatives designed to address a wide spectrum of societal challenges and support individuals and families in need.
What sets The Salvation Army apart?
The Salvation Army's dedication to meeting immediate, pressing needs and providing individuals with the tools and resources necessary for long-term stability and personal growth. The Salvation Army's Family Services exemplify the values of compassion, empathy, and inclusivity, serving as a beacon of hope for those navigating challenging circumstances in their lives. We've also been doing this for more than a century.
Stats
302K+ nights
of safe, stable housing provided for men, women, and children
32 families
were enrolled and six graduated, from The Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope program -- a rigorous long-term case management program helping families break the cycle of intergenerational poverty
Hundreds helped
through our Social Service Response Program (SSRP) that does mobile outreaches across all five boroughs of New York City
Your donation provides safe housing, essential supplies, and a path to a brighter future.
You’ll help families in need receive support to ease the burden of every day challenges.
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