Veterans Resource Center
An on-line listing of the resources and services available for Western New York veterans, servicemembers and their families
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Blue Star Mothers NY 7
Non profit organization dedicated to supporting our troops and veterans with care packages and fund raising events and volunteers at the Buffalo VA.
Contact: Christina Ball
Phone: (716) 735-3693 | Email: Rme_mom@rochester.rr.com |
Website: http://www.bluestarmothersny7.org
Counties where services are available: Niagara
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
Blue Star Mothers NY7
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting our troops and veterans through care packages, fund raisers and letter writing. We are also a support group for our mothers dealing with the emotions of having a child serve our military.
Contact: Christina Ball
Phone: (716) 735-3693 | Email: Rme_mom@rochester.rr.com |
Website: http://www.bluestarmothersny7.org
Counties where services are available: Erie,Niagara
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
No | Veteran:
No | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
No
Family Member of Veteran:
No | Reserve / National Guard:
No
BryLin Hospital
BryLin Hospital is the only private treatment facility in WNY that provides a variety of inpatient psychiatric and outpatient addiction medicine services. Inpatient psychiatry is provided for children, as young as six years of age, adolescents, adults and older adults. Outpatient addiction medicine treatment is available for adolescents and adults.
The Child and Adolescent unit is where age specific treatment is provided in a safe, supportive, and structured environment for children who are experiencing acute emotional and behavioral disorders. The Adult program is for individuals 18 years of age and older. A therapeutic array of treatment services are provided to enhance the quality of life for patients who are experiencing acute psychiatric distress such as major depression, anxiety disorders, and post traumatic stress. A specialized Geropsychiatric program is designed for older adults, who may need a little more assistance with their activities of daily living. These older adults may be experiencing emotional or cognitive psychiatric disorders related to the aging process or other health related conditions such as Alzheimer’s or dementia.
Specialized psychiatric programming includes: MICA/Dual Diagnosis programming designed to treat adults, eighteen years of age and older, diagnosed with a Mental Illness and Chemical Addiction (MICA); Men's Programming; Women's Programming; Inpatient & Ambulatory Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT); Holistic Services (Yoga, Massage, & soon Tai Chi); and Pastoral Care.
BryLin Hospitals provides a variety of inpatient psychiatric and outpatient addiction medicine services. Treatment is provided in a safe, supportive, and structured environment which welcomes individuals from all walks of life. Treatment emphasis is placed on respect for the dignity of each individual. Let our experience be your guide to wellness and recovery.
For more information, please call 716-886-8200 ext 2264
Contact: Mark Nowak
Phone: (716) 886-8200 | Email: mnowak@brylin.com |
Website: http://www.brylin.com
Counties where services are available: Erie
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
BryLin Hospital - Williamsville Outpatient Clinic
BryLin Hospital is the only private treatment facility in WNY that provides a variety of inpatient psychiatric and outpatient addiction medicine services. Inpatient psychiatry is provided for children, as young as six years of age, adolescents, adults and older adults. Outpatient addiction medicine treatment is available for adolescents and adults.
At our Williamsville Outpatient Addictions Clinic, programming is designed to help our clients achieve a healthy, productive, and fulfilling lifestyle without the use of alcohol or drugs. As clients leave treatment and continue their journey of recovery, we encourage the use of self help groups and community supports to provide ongoing support. Adult Addictions Programming, for individuals 18 years of age and older, follows a medical model of treatment which is based on the disease concept of addiction.
An Adolescent Recovery Treatment Track has been specifically developed for the adolescent who presents with a Dependency Diagnosis. Sometimes kids make bad choices so an Adolescent Substance Abuse Track has been designed to educate the teen about the risks of substance use and abuse. This treatment track is designed to give adolescents the information and power they need to make healthy choices for themselves in the future.
Specialty Groups include: Adolescent, Young Adult (18-25yoa), Women, Men’s groups; Suboxone Groups; Chronic Pain & Addiction Groups; Nutrition & Recovery Groups; and Professionals.
BryLin Hospitals provides a variety of inpatient psychiatric and outpatient addiction medicine services. Treatment is provided in a safe, supportive, and structured environment which welcomes individuals from all walks of life. Treatment emphasis is placed on respect for the dignity of each individual. Let our experience be your guide to wellness and recovery.
For more information, please call 716-633-1927.
Contact: Mark Nowak
Phone: (716) 886-8200 | Email: mnowak@brylin.com |
Website: http://www.brylin.com
Counties where services are available: Erie
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
Buffalo Vet Center
We are the branch of the VA that welcomes home combat veterans and help them make the transition back from combat
We are:
Veterans serving Veterans
Vet Center Staff are >65% Combat Veterans
Buffalo- five of six counselors are veterans
A safe and protected place to talk
Confidentiality – No Stigma – No Outside Access
Flexible hours
Easily accessible community-based setting
Network knowledgeable about the resources available
All family members are welcome
No cost….ever
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling
Military Sexual Trauma Counseling
Marital/Family Counseling
Bereavement Counseling
Drug and Alcohol Referral
Liaison with VA & Community Resources
Benefits Assistance Referral
Community Education and Career Referral
Contact: Jim Becker
Phone: (716) 862-7350 | Email: james.becker2@va.gov |
Website: http://www.vetcenter.va.gov/index.asp
Counties where services are available: Cattaraugus,Chautauqua,Erie,Niagara
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Justice Outreach Program
Purpose is to avoid unnecessary criminalization of mental illness and extended incarceration among Veterans by ensuring that eligible Veterans in contact with the criminal justice system have access to Veterans Health Administration mental health and substance abuse services.
Outreach to local jails, law enforcement and courts. Identifies Veterans involved in the criminal justice system. Supports available to these Veterans include: determining Veterans Health Administration eligibility; linkage, monitoring and reporting for behavioral health programs; guidance in addressing outstanding warrants; linkage to family and child support services advocacy; assist with applying for service connected benefits; linkage to services available in the community outside of the VA system.
Contact: John LaHood
Phone: (716) 881-5855 | Email: john.lahood@va.gov |
Website: http://www1va.gov/HOMELESS/VJO.asp
Counties where services are available: Allegany
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
No | Veteran:
No | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
No
Family Member of Veteran:
No | Reserve / National Guard:
No
Ecology and Environment, Inc.
Ecology and Environment, Inc. (E & E) is a recognized global leader in environmental management. We are a network of dedicated professionals in 85 engineering and scientific disciplines working together to develop and deliver solutions for clients that promote environmental sustainability and solve complex environmental challenges. By carefully incorporating ecological, social, and economic considerations into its business planning and decision-making processes, E & E strives to balance the interests of the present with those of future generations. E & E provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability or any other legally protected status. We take affirmative action to recruit and advance qualified minorities, women, covered veterans, and persons with disabilities. Please view our website at www.ene.com for a complete listing of career opportunities and to apply online. Ecology and Environment, Inc. is an EOE/AA employer. M/F/V/D
Contact: Maureen O'Neill
Phone: (716) 684-8060 | Email: moneill@ene.com |
Website: http://www.ene.com
Counties where services are available: Erie
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
Erie Community College
ECC provides Higher Educational services for Veterans, Active Duty, and Dependants in 90 associate degree, certificate, joint, online programs, and provides additional FREE services through our ECC One Stop.
ECC is committed to providing a high quality, affordable education, along with services that support the needs of a diverse student body.
Contact: Dan Frontera
Phone: (716) 851-1124 | Email: vafrontera@ecc.edu |
Website: http://www.ecc.edu/about
Counties where services are available: Erie
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
No | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
Erie County Sheriff's Office Domestic Violence Unit
Domestic Violence services and information. Explanation of possible Diversion to Veterans Court.
Contact: Joseph G. Chudoba
Phone: (716) 667-5219 | Email: joseph.chudoba@erie.gov |
Website: http://www.erie.gov/sheriff/
Counties where services are available: Erie
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
No | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
No | Reserve / National Guard:
No
Medaille College
A private, non-sectarian College providing undergraduate and graduate degree opportunities for adult students. We have both on-ground and on-line programs in a number of growing fields such as Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Homeland Security and Business.
Contact: Judith M. Horowitz
Phone: (716) 932-2590 | Email: jhorowitz@medaille.edu |
Website: http://www.medaille.edu/veterans
Counties where services are available: Erie,Ontario
Service Available to individuals with the following Military Status(es):
Active Duty:
Yes | Veteran:
Yes | Family Member of Active Duty Individual:
Yes
Family Member of Veteran:
Yes | Reserve / National Guard:
Yes
