Neighborhood Center Food Drive Appeals to the Community for Support
Utica, NY—The Navigator Classroom at The Neighborhood Center is rallying community members, local businesses, and organizations to support their annual food drive, aiming to surpass last year’s achievement of collecting 5,000 pounds of food for 300 families in need. This dedicated classroom is on a mission to make an even bigger impact this year by… Continue Reading →
The Neighborhood Center Welcomes Jacqueline Hawkins as New Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director
Utica, NY— The Neighborhood Center is proud to announce the appointment of Jacqueline Hawkins as the agency’s new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Director. Jacqueline, who has been a Licensed Mental Health Clinician with The Neighborhood Center since 2018, brings a wealth of experience in behavioral health, advocacy, and leadership to her new role, where… Continue Reading →
SPREAD THE WARMTH – COAT DRIVE KICKOFF!
Utica, NY – The Neighborhood Center, Inc. and Accelerate Sports are partnering together to keep children and families warm this winter with a coat drive. The Drive will help local families by providing new or gently used winter coats. The apparel can be dropped off at Accelerate Sports 5241 Judd Rd, Whitesboro, NY. Now through… Continue Reading →
Coro Italiano Luncheon planned at North Utica Community Center in October.
UTICA, NY – The North Utica Community Center is hosting a special event on October 24 at noon. The Coro Italiano Luncheon and Concert will be at the Center, 50 Riverside Drive, Utica. The community is invited to attend this benefit supporting the programs of the North Utica Community Center with special musical guests Coro… Continue Reading →
Fall Craft Fair planned at North Utica Community Center Saturday, October 19th
UTICA, NY – The North Utica Community Center is hosting a Fall Craft Fair from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 19th, 2024. The Craft Fair is free, open to the public, and benefits the programs of the North Utica Community Center 50 Riverside Drive, Utica, NY 13502. The Fall Craft Fair will… Continue Reading →
The Neighborhood Center Announces Inaugural Fall Fest
Utica, NY – The Neighborhood Center is thrilled to announce its inaugural Fall Festival, a highly anticipated event set to bring together families, friends, and community members for an afternoon of festive fun. Join us on September 15th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Saranac 1888 Biergarten, located at 830 Varick Street in Utica…. Continue Reading →
The Neighborhood Center Introduces New Jail Diversion Program as Part of Mobile Crisis Assessment Team
Utica, NY – The Neighborhood Center is proud to announce the launch of its new Jail Diversion Program, a significant addition to the Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT). This innovative program is designed to support the reintegration of individuals with serious mental illness as they transition back into the community after incarceration. Recognizing a growing… Continue Reading →
Kids’ Mental Health Is in Crisis
Thank you to In Good Health for this powerful article. The No. 1 concern of parents today is that their child might struggle with anxiety or depression, says Pew survey By Barbara Pierce It’s difficult to be a parent these days. Most parents say it’s a lot harder than they expected, much harder than when… Continue Reading →
Free Universal Pre-K Program for Utica School District Available
The Neighborhood Center is partnering with the Utica City School District to offer free enrollment for Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. The qualifications for enrollment are children must be four years old by December 1st and live within the district. In the Utica City School District: UPK morning or afternoon classes… Continue Reading →
The Neighborhood Center Hosts Another Successful Creo’s Bikes for Tykes Giveaway with Support from the Edwin J. Wadas Foundation
Utica, NY– What began with an unexpected gift for one boy in the 1960s, has grown into a movement to bring bicycles to children in the Utica area. The Neighborhood Center is thrilled to announce the successful completion of another Creo’s Bikes for Tykes Giveaway. This giveaway was made possible through the generous funding of… Continue Reading →
The Neighborhood Center’s Outreach & Prevention Program delivered 77 care packages to the officers of the Utica Police Department
Utica, NY– In a touching display of gratitude and community spirit, The Neighborhood Center’s Outreach & Prevention Program recently assembled and delivered 77 care packages to the officers of the Utica Police Department. This initiative not only reflects the program’s commitment to fostering community ties but also highlights the lasting impact of its programs on… Continue Reading →
Neighborhood Center Goes Green for Mental Health Awareness
Utica, NY (May 2024) — In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, employees of The Neighborhood Center from across seven counties proudly participated in the “Be Seen in Green” campaign today. This initiative aimed to raise awareness and promote understanding of mental health issues. The Neighborhood Center’s behavioral health branch has experienced significant growth over… Continue Reading →
