I have been a member for over 20 years. amazIng volunteer service, lots of training, leadership…read moreopportunities- and I have made lifelong friends. come to our info session on 10/9@6:30 @55 pierrepont street Brooklyn email communications@brooklynjuniorleague.org for more information

Wonderful organization, amazing community resource and great volunteer opportunity. Highly…read morerecommend for pregnant women/families.

I love this place. They help low income moms with baby items and advice for 3 yrs of their kids…read morelife. U start when ur 8months pregnant. I visited 2 times already. U have to be refered cause they have a lot of families and there r only 2 workers. I love Lashell she is so helpful and full of energy

Volunteering with CHiPS is one of the best days I've had in a while. It's so gratifying to jump…read moreinto their kitchen and spend a day with folks that aren't just good-hearted, but actually great people to hang out with. The regulars, Chef Robair, Joanne, Denise, Gus, Eddie, Tom...they're all a bunch of sweethearts and actually hilarious folks who just happen to be very generous with their time and energy. And honestly, it was more fun than charity work has any right to be: We chopped, we cooked, we washed dishes, we served, we sang...and at the end of the day, more than 200 hungry people got a nutritious and actually tasty meal. (Most of the produce comes from the Park Slope Food Co-op, and other awesome local spots like Runner & Stone, so essentially these folks are eating quite well for at least this meal.) There are far worse ways to spend your time (I should know), and not many better. What I'm trying to say is that CHiPS is a seriously wonderful organization that I will gladly come back and work with again someday soon. You should too: http://chipsonline.org/volunteer/

I was told on the phone they do not accept used clothing because the ladies would not wear them,…read morebut they would accept name brand and new clothing. Another time I was told that they don't have space. So they have space for new, name brand clothing but not for gently used? Doesn't make sense and something about this is really disturbing. Spin it any way you choose but it feels wrong. I donated everything to another pantry in Brooklyn and everything thing, shoes, clothing, bags, coats was gone in 30 minutes. I also had my daughter pack up all her gently used clothing, teaching her to help those in need but she learned another lesson and I will leave it there.

Fantastic staff doing great work for people who are struggling with this disease. If you are unsure…read moreabout getting a loved one involved with this program just go visit and see how caring and attentive the staff is and rest easy knowing you're in good hands.

I wish there were 10 stars. I cant say enough good things about LIAF. They are the kindest, most…read morefun people in the world. They make every day a great day. I have never met a group of people who love their jobs and love their patients with such heart. From regular staff to volunteers everyone is energetic, caring and kind. Pat does an awesome job with the chorus on Saturdays, Grace is all smiles. The young group who help out always stay on their toes and keep everyone following along with the program. It's an amazing place to feel welcomed if you have a person with alzheimers or dementia. Caregivers can also stay or do a drop off. They offer bus service in certain areas. My mom is always smiling when we leave here. And it's nice to talk to other caregivers who are in the same situation.

I have referred many families to RMHLI in my 26 year Pediatric Nursing career. Only recently have I…read morebegin to understand how amazing this facility and organization is. As a clinical nursing instructor, I have arranged to tour the facility with my nursing students the past 3 semesters. The house itself is architecturally beautiful, having undergone a remarkable transformation a few years ago. Top designers and architects donated time, resources and expertise in creating a 5 star experience. Think lux hotel, an oasis for pediatric patients and their families who require hospitalization at one of the area hospitals. Common rooms themed to comfort children and provide diversion and relief from the impact that their illness has. Amenities for family members include a gym, meditation room, business center, tv and video game rooms and laundry. The themed bedrooms are beyond words. There are also outdoor patios and gardens. There are always volunteer groups home cooking meals and baking daily on premises to feed weary families. The aromas are intoxicating. Ronald McDonald House brings a sense of normalcy and belonging back to those affected by a child's illness. I highly recommend volunteering your time or considering a donation to this worthy organization, and to my fellow pediatric healthcare providers, please consider this resource for families in need!

The Ronald McDonald house staff was very friendly and accommodating during our stay. The room was…read moregreat for our family, it was so convenient for us to be able to stay next door to the hospital while our son was hospitalized. They offered dinners nightly, which was helpful. Each family has kitchen space with a pantry and refrigerator on the main floor, there's pots and pans for cooking and baking, makes you feel at home away from home. We are so thankful for the RMH!

We recently adopted Finn from Rescue City and both Stella and Cassie were wonderful to work with!…read moreThey were upfront about Finn's behavior so there were no surprises when we got him home and the adoption process went smoothly! Stella continued to reach out after we brought Finn home to check-in and receive updates on how things were going. You can tell that everyone involved truly wants what's best for the dog, which is really all you can for! We would absolutely adopt from Rescue City again and would recommend them to anyone looking to adopt!

I adopted my dog from Rescue City and couldn't be more grateful to everyone on their team. From…read morecalling me to give his information and his story, to bringing him to my home to calling me the evening he came to give me information from foster mom. The adoption fees are more than fair and they love what they do. The transition to my home has been amazing. Their advice is spot on and I could not be more pleased! Thank you to Stella, Cassie and his foster mom for choosing me!!

Alzheimer's is a horrible disease. My maternal grandfather had Alzheimer's and it was not easy for…read moremy grandmother. My family was not knowledgeable and definitely needed this foundation at the time for information. I had an aunt that had Alzheimer's also. Along with my grandfather they both ended up in nursing homes because they required total care. The worst part is when you visit and they have no idea who you are. It's very difficult and heartbreaking. I'm recommending you contact the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) for assistance not only with your family members but for yourself. Sometimes we need just as much tender loving care being caregivers and family members. Definitely a Five Star non-profit.

The Alzheimer's Foundation of America has a wonderful location just off of the A/C/E 23rd street…read moresubway line. They offer educational resources, training, group activities such as support groups, movement therapy, art and pet therapy. They also have a dementia friendly apartment that shows you all the ways you can live more easily and happily in NYC while experiencing memory loss. I hope you go and check out all of their wonderful resources for yourself. they also have a free support hot line and chat room if you are ever in need of support for yourself or your loved one with memory loss.

Where can I start? It's a long story. All I'm going to say is that everyone who worked at this…read moreplace in 1996 were amazing human beings. They loved and cared for the families. Blanca was the social worker who moved earth and sky to bring stability to the families lives. While living at 999 Freeman Street I was enrolled in school and within six months I was able to acquire permanent housing. I don't know how this place is running today but I could never speak in guile of this place.