Over 48.5 million Americans battled a substance use disorder in 2023—a pervasive issue that can affect anyone. However, there are effective strategies to help avoid situations, lifestyles, and influences that may lead us or a loved one down that troubling path. Understanding the risks and adopting healthy coping skills can…
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Did you know that about 70 percent of youth in foster care do not complete high school? Without strong social support, these young people are failing to graduate at an alarming rate. Chance to Advance, one of our foster care programs, is working diligently to reverse this trend on Long…
Every day, five children die as a result of child abuse, many of them right here in our own backyard. Helping to address this growing problem is EAC Network’s Suffolk County Child Advocacy Center at the Pat & Mary Bagnato Place for Kids (CAC), which provides assistance to young victims…
A stable job is a pivotal part of achieving the “American Dream.” But at-risk individuals often face obstacles entering the work force. Sometimes, all they really need is a little extra help. EAC Network’s various vocational programs help local men and women to build a brighter future.
EAC Network and the Suffolk County Bar Association will host the eighth annual Cohalan Cares for Kids charity event on March 20, featuring live music, prizes, food, wine, networking, and more! All the proceeds will help to fund the Suffolk County Children’s Center at Cohalan Court where children play and…
Every kid deserves to have someone in their corner. They all need a place to go and a little encouragement along the way. Through its many different children and youth programs, EAC Network, a social services agency that provides service across Long Island and throughout New York City, provides a…
Angel needed someone. Someone she felt comfortable with, who would take the time to help her express her feelings in her own way. Angel needed a CASA: a caring adult in a child’s life who helps reopen pathways away from darkness. (Trigger warning: suicide)
On June 9th, Chance to Advance had a Ladies’ Night Out Fundraiser hosted by Barre-Tique Fitness in Port Jefferson Station. Chance to Advance employees, Barre-Tique staff, and fun-loving supporters of Chance to Advance got together to raise funds and have a great time.
On May 10th EAC Network’s Safe Start held its annual Car Seat Inspection Event in conjunction with the Suffolk County Traffic & Parking Violation Agency and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone.
Twice a week, seniors who participate in the program receive their meals for the week. They no longer have to worry about rides to the grocery store. They won’t need to wonder whether they have the budget for groceries this week. And they no longer need to cook, worry about injuring themselves while cooking, or worry they won’t have the strength to cook.