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Hope, growth, change, recovery -- these are the guiding tenets of the Settlement's Community Consultation Center (CCC). The CCC opened in 1946 as one of the first public clinics to provide psychiatric care to the community. Throughout its history the clinic has had an enduring commitment to meet the changing needs of the community.
A New York State certified mental health facility and approved primary healthcare facility, the CCC delivers outpatient mental Health services, psychiatric day treatment, crisis services, AIDS/HIV and bereavement counseling, Asian bi-cultural services, vocational rehabilitation, housing, primary healthcare, parenting education and job training opportunities.
The CCC's multi-ethnic staff of professionals provides services in English, Spanish, three dialects of Chinese, Italian, Sicilian, and German. The belief in the emotional recovery for all consumers is the underpinning for all clinical services. This conviction generates hope and a partnership with consumers for recovery.
The clinic is open weekdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with evening hours on Wednesdays until 8:00 pm. |
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A Life Transformed: David Miner
After 18 years of homelessness and substance abuse, David Miner, 42, has turned his life around. And he credits Henry Street with helping him make this remarkable transformation.
David now lives in Henry Street’s supported housing residence where he has his own apartment, a home he treasures after living in shelters and transitional apartments with virtual strangers for nearly two decades.
“I was just elated when I found out I’d gotten an apartment there!” he recalls. “It feels good to be on my own.” Located right in the Settlement’s Lower East Side community, the new building offers stability and hope to its residents, who typically have long histories of homelessness and mental health challenges. Much more than just a home, the residence offers on-site case management, supportive services, group recreation programs and all of the mental health and primary health care services available at Henry Street’s licensed clinics.
Having stable housing and access to social services just outside his doorstep enabled David to search for a job. With the guidance and support of Henry Street staff, David found work as a substance abuse counselor at a Bronx agency. David is committed to helping recovering addicts get on their feet, and is studying to become a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). He regularly attends professional trainings and is excited to increase his knowledge and expertise in the field. He still has regular contact with his Henry Street case manager, who provides mental health support and assists with any services he needs.
“Supported housing makes all the difference for individuals like David,” says Shari Siegel, Director of the 290 East Third Street Residence. “Permanent housing helps our clients get on their feet, and the comprehensive services we provide help them to grow and succeed.” |
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