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NYC Research Orgs.

These are research organizations studying the issues in NYC. Use these resources to learn more about the magnitude of the issue, the underlying causes, and possible solutions.

Recent Government Reports

Report: Understanding New York City's Mental Health Challenge
Report prepared by the City of New York, Office of the Mayor
Mental Health Roadmap
Mayor Bill de Blasio new plan to improve mental health services in the city of New York.

Health

NY Department of Health Reports - Reports and Statistics
Topical information sets.
NYC.gov Drug and Alcohol Data
Fact sheets, resources, and service information.
New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
Community Health Profiles
American Psychological Association
Stress in New York City Report.

Addiction

National Institute on Drug Abuse
Explains the "science of drug abuse and addiction."
Office of Adolescent Health - Substance Abuse
Offers a variety of information resources.
The Community Service Society of New York
The publications section of this website contains reports on a wide variety of issues facing low income New Yorkers.

NYC Service Orgs.

This is a small list of organizations working in NYC. Be sure to use the service organization directories on the main page to locate more NYC organizations.

Health and Substance Abuse

The Free Bird Organization
"A Free Bird is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to helping young people, ages 6-18, affected by cancer, fight their disease through the therapeutic benefits of the arts."
Harlem Hospital Center
"Harlem Hospital Center provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and family support services to the residents of Central Harlem, West Harlem, Washington Heights and Inwood."
Project Sunshine
"Project Sunshine is a nonprofit organization that provides free educational, recreational, and social programs to children facing medical challenges and their families."
Red Door Community NYC
"Red Door Community is New York City’s preeminent nonprofit cancer support organization helping everyone and anyone impacted by cancer."
Ronald McDonald House New York
"At Ronald McDonald House New York, we support each family and coordinate emotional and physical services, psychological care, ministry support, wellness programs, tutors, music, art, transportation, activities for siblings, holiday and birthday parties and camaraderie for parents struggling with their child’s cancer diagnosis."
START: Treatment and Recovery Centers
"START provides its self-referred patients with holistic, evidence-based healthcare that supports the start and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle."
Where to volunteer: Health
A list of organizations from TimeOut New York.

Upper School: Service Learning: Health & Addictions

NYC Resources: Health & Addictions

Recent Government Reports

Health

Addiction

Health and Substance Abuse