EAC Network is once again offering TICKETS Fore CHARITY™ – a unique way to benefit people in need while purchasing tickets to the highly anticipated PGA TOUR Playoff Championship, The Barclays, coming August 20-25, 2013 to Liberty National Golf Course in Jersey City, NJ .

When supporters purchase their tickets using a special promo code DRIVER13 (in all caps), 75% of the net proceeds goes to EAC Network. The remaining 25% goes to Tickets Fore Charity’s  non-profit, The First Tee of Metropolitan New York.

“We’re so grateful for this amazing opportunity to raise unlimited funds for people in need,” said Lance Elder, President & CEO of EAC. “Fans will get to experience an incredible PGA tournament while improving the lives of families and communities across Long Island and New York City.”

Tickets can now be purchased by visiting www.buytfc.com and using the promo code DRIVER13 (please use all caps).

Two tickets are available:

1. Good-Any-One-Day Ticket: $55 (available only through charities!)
2. Weekly Grounds Ticket: $125 

Download a mail-in form: EAC Barclays Mail-In Form

EAC is proud to announce we were selected as a Finalist in the Social Impact category of The Long Island Imagine Awards, in the “Social Impact” Category.

The nomination was submitted for the highly effective program Alternatives for Youth (AFY). The AFY program was established in October 2005 as a partnership between the Suffolk County Department of Social Services, Suffolk County Department of Probation, Suffolk County Department of Health’s Office of Mental Hygiene, and the Suffolk County Youth Bureau.  The program was developed in response to the Persons In Need of Supervision (PINS) Reform Law which became effective statewide on April 1, 2005.  The provisions of the law addressed the need for early and effective interventions for alleged PINS youth to reduce the high costs associated with detention, court involvement, and out-of-home placements.  This new law discourages the placement of youth into detention facilities by requiring local governments and courts to exhaust community-based preventive alternatives before filing PINS petitions and making detention placements.  This alternative has saved Suffolk County millions of dollars in residential costs and has improved the lives of many youth and their families.

AFY’s historic achievement in maintaining a high effectiveness rate, which is even higher in 2012 and with such a daunting population, truly makes EAC a noted organization in the community.  Because AFY is a community organization that works collaboratively with a network of other agencies, the program has earned the respect and is held in high-esteem by a number of our partnership agencies.  This champions the message that staff and leadership of AFY are dedicated to the population we serve.   EAC’s AFY program is not just helping youth; it is helping the family as a whole at a time of crisis in their life.  There are decreased juvenile and status offender crime acts by youth which makes an impact that translates into a safer community for us all.

“EAC effectively helps over 57,400 people each year with a network of 70 programs, so the social impact we provide as an agency is enormous,” said Lance Elder, EAC President & CEO. “Our AFY program alone worked with almost 750 clients in 2011. Our professional and dedicated staff is the key to our wide ranging impact on the community.”

(l-r) Katie Beers, Lance W. Elder, EAC President & CEO, from Bethpage Federal Credit Union, Kirk Kordeleski, President & CEO, Linda Armyn, Senior VP Corporate Strategy & Brian Clarke CFO Bethpage Federal Credit Union.

EAC Network’s  “Light of Hope” Luncheon, presented by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, was held on Wednesday, April 10th, 2013 and hundreds of EAC supporters experienced an inspirational live interview with Katie Beers, in her first Long Island speaking appearance.

Katie Beers, co-author of “Buried Memories: Katie Beers’ Story” , spoke candidly with Andrea Ramos-Topper, Regional Director of Children’s Services, about her abuse and recovery. Twenty years ago Katie Beers was held captive in an underground bunker for 17 days. Her book, now on the NY Times best seller’s list, is the true story of survival, memory and recovery after her abduction by a family friend in 1992 just before her 10^th birthday. Because of Katie Beers’ case, EAC’s Suffolk County Child Advocacy Center at the Pat & Mary Bagnato Place for Kids was established, and continues to help hundreds of child abuse victims every year.

EAC was proud to honor Catherine M. Stanton, Esq., of Pasternack, Tilker, Ziegler, Walsh, Stanton & Romano, LLP, who has been a steadfast supporter of EAC for many years. EGC Group was also  presented with the “Unsung Hero” Award for their expertise in marketing and rebranding.

EAC Network thanks the many event sponsors for their commitment to helping people in need: Presenting Sponsor: Bethpage Federal Credit Union; Supporting Sponsors: Pasternack, Tilker, Ziegler, Walsh, Stanton & Romano, MSC Industrial Supply Co. and Treeline Companies, BWD Group LLC, M & T Bank, Karma411, Smart Source A/V, Astoria Federal Savings, C.G.A.A. Inc., Hagney, Quatela, Hargraves & Mari, PLLC., Summit Cares, Crest Hollow Country Club, Jaspan Schlesinger LLP, Thomas Killeen, NAI Long Island , Nawrocki Smith LLP, CPAs  & Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C.

Proceeds from the “Light of Hope” Luncheon supports EAC’s Network’s 70 programs that help children who have been abused, seniors needing support, people struggling with substance abuse or mental illness and families in crisis. Last year EAC Network helped over 57,400 people of all ages.

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EAC’s Meals On Wheels program delivers nutritious meals to homebound elderly residents of Westbury, New Cassel, Valley Stream and Carle Place. Since EAC’s Meals-on-Wheels began in 1989, over 2,000,000 meals have nourished frail and sick senior citizens.  More than just food, Meals-on-Wheels drivers and volunteers deliver much needed friendship to those whose age and health have left them feeling isolated and alone.

 “We are thankful for our friends at the Farmingdale Wal-Mart”, said Carol O’Neill, EAC Regional Director of Senior & Nutritional Services. “They are good community partners and understand how important it is to support our homebound senior citizens.”

Pictured, (l-r), Jaclynne M. Jacobs, EAC Director of Grants & Foundations; Ted Wicks, Walmart Store Manager; Carol O’Neill, EAC Regional Director of Senior & Nutritional Services; and Ebun-Ann Washington, Walmart Shift Manager.

“Because of JPMorgan’s support, we will be able to bring vital employment services to the homeless of Nassau County,” said Alyssa Sanchez, Program Director. “When we help people learn the skills they need to become independent of the shelter system, we are giving them the greatest gift – hope for a life free from the devastation of homelessness. If they can become productive, self-sufficient members of the community, everyone benefits.” This initiative, which began in 2008, helps hundreds of Nassau County residents every year overcome the unique barriers to employment faced by the homeless.

Pictured, (l-r), Alyssa Sanchez, ERI Program Director, Beth Seidman, EAC Senior Director of Development and Community Relations, Jaclynne M. Jacobs, EAC Director of Grants & Foundations and Vinford A. Mentar, V.P. Corporate Global Philanthropy.

About the JP Morgan Chase Foundation
The mission of the JPMorgan Chase Foundation is to build vibrant, sustainable communities in our markets across the globe that support, engage, and enrich the lives of children, youth, and families.

To kick off the event a motivational message was presented to the youth about overcoming obstacles while staying positive and keeping focused. A workshop was also conducted by AFY Case Managers and Peer Specialist about the requirements needed to obtain a professional job. This included how to dress and act on a job interview, networking ideas and how to create a resume, in addition to local job opportunities. Over thirty AFY clients enjoyed hearing the professionals’ job experiences, and some were lucky enough to win some great raffle prizes as well.

“I learned that all jobs are important in society,” said one client. “I learned more about all the things I can do, and it was also a lot of fun!” Last year the Alternatives for Youth program helped more than 630 youth and their families.

“For so many homeless individuals, the cycle of poverty is hard to break without at least a high school education,” said Alyssa Sanchez, Program Director. “If we can help our clients attain long-term steady employment, the chances of returning to homelessness are greatly decreased. Getting their General Equivalency Diploma will be a big step towards that goal. We are so thankful to Bank of America for supporting our efforts at ERI.”

“Supporting programs and services that help individuals achieve financial stability is vital to the economic health of our communities,” said Bob Isaksen, Long Island president, Bank of America. “Attaining an education is the first step toward gainful employment, and this grant will help EAC assist Long Islanders in getting back on their feet.”

Pictured (left to right): Lorraine Aycock, CSR Market Manager, Bank of America, Beth Seidman, EAC Senior Director of Development and Community Relations, Bob Isaksen, Long Island president, Bank of America, , Jaclynne M. Jacobs, EAC Director of Grants & Foundations and Alyssa Sanchez, ERI Program Director.

“This donation will help EAC maintain its commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for parents and children to visit,” said Dorothy Worrell, NSV Program Director. “You need only see the smiles of joy in the face of a child or parent to know how important our work is. Just yesterday a father was reunited with his young son for the first time in 10 months. It was only the fourth time in the child’s life that they had been together. This father was so emotional that he broke into tears. At NSV we reunite families and help them to heal, which benefits the entire community.” Last year 1,749 visits were facilitated by Nassau Supervised Visitation.

WE CARE funds are raised by the legal profession and the community-at-large at various fund raising activities throughout the year. Nearly 100% raised is distributed through charitable grants to improve the quality of life for children, the elderly and others in need throughout Nassau County. In the 21 years since its founding, Nassau County attorneys have raised more than $2 million for more than 100 local charitable causes.

(l-r back row), WE CARE Advisory Board member Tom Bucaria and Lance W. Elder, EAC President/CEO
(l-r front row) Beth Seidman, EAC Senior Director of Development and Community Relations, Dorothy Worrell, Program Director of EAC’s Nassau Supervised Visitation and Jaclynne M. Jacobs, EAC Director of Grants & Foundations.

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“This year, especially for our families affected by Sandy, we are grateful to Bob Eslick and “Kids Helping Kids”. Having brand new coats and jackets means so much to people who are struggling with the recovery process, on top of all the challenges they had before the storm,” said Lance Elder, EAC President & CEO. The clothing was distributed by EAC staff to families on Long Island, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Staten Island.

The mission of “Kids Helping Kids” by Kids Way, Inc. is to encourage philanthropy in young people.  Since the inception of the “Making a Warmth of Difference” Winter Apparel Program in 2006 “Kids Helping Kids” has distributed well over $1,400,000 (MSR) in winter related apparel to kids and their families that are less fortunate to help brighten their holidays and keep them warm during the cold winter months.

The smiles on their faces really say it all!

EAC’s 7th Annual Party to Protect Children, presented by MSC Industrial Supply Co., was held on October 25, 2012 at the Crest Hollow Country Club. Children came dressed in their Halloween best and enjoyed an elaborate indoor carnival of games while their parents showed their support at the silent auction and gift basket tables. The spirit of Halloween became the true spirit of giving as EAC raised over $46,000 to benefit children in need.

 EAC was proud to honor James P. Joseph, one of Long Island’s most respected matrimonial attorneys, who is the managing partner at the firm of Joseph & Teeter, P.C., located in Garden City. Mr. Joseph is a member of EAC’s Board of Directors as well as a member of the Board of Directors of the Long Island Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  He is also involved with a number of professional organizations and has been recognized by the Nassau County Bar Association for his pro bono work in the field of matrimonial law.

Justice C. Randall Hinrichs and Beck Bell, EAC Vice President & COO.

We also recognized Justice C. Randall Hinrichs, a Suffolk County District Administrative Judge. Justice Hinrichs is a highly regarded member of the Long Island legal community.  He has an impeccable reputation as an attorney and judge and EAC was proud to recognize him for his support of the agency and his commitment to our clients.

The Halloween Party to Protect Children benefited EAC’s Protecting Children Programs that help child victims of abuse and neglect, monitor safe visits with non-custodial parents, help children in foster care secure a permanent home, improve child safety and increase child support collection. Thousands of children in need on Long Island are helped though these vital programs each year.

EAC’s Long Island Dispute Resolution Centers’ (LIDRC) 2013 Basic Mediation Training is now open for registration. This 30-hour training will take place from January 23-27, 2013 at 175 Fulton Ave., Suite 400 in Hempstead, New York.

People who take this unique course will develop conflict management skills and enhance their communication and listening skills. If you are a social worker, therapist, teacher, lawyer, police officer, business person, community member, or want to learn about the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Profession, then this is for you.

The fee for the LIDRC Basic Mediation Training is $495. The course is taught by experienced professional NYS Certified Trainer (Trainer is certified by the NYS Unified Court System’s Community Dispute Resolution Center’s Program to provide initial mediation trainings) and includes an extensive mediation curriculum over the course of five days and course materials. Registration and payment must be received no later than January 11, 2013.  For more information call the LIDRC (631) 265-0490.

To download a mail-in registration form, click here. Basic Mediation Training Registration Form January 2013

GEICO associates once again stepped up their game for our annual EAC school drive. “We understand that the economy is still going through some turbulence but GEICO associates continued to contribute with personal funds to assist the children of Long Island.  The bottom line is that GEICO associates know how important having an education is. The children need the tools to succeed and that is why so many employees stepped-up and contributed.  We are pleased to be able to assist these Long Island families each year,” said Rod Curran, GEICO’s Asst. Vice President for New York.

Pictured (l-r), EAC Director of Development, Claire Bellerjeau, GEICO Leadership Program, Helga Verdicchio, EAC AVP/Marketing & PR Hilary Hartung and Geico Claims Dept. Representative, Diane Ng.

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and is the third largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States, and largest in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. GEICO handles auto insurance coverage for more than 11 million private passenger auto policies and insures more than 18 million vehicles (auto & cycle) in the United States.

In addition to auto insurance, GEICO offers customers insurance products for their motorcycles, all-terrain Vehicles (ATV’s), travel trailers and motorhomes (RVs). Coverage for boats, collector cars, life, homes, and apartments are written by non-affiliated insurance companies and is secured through GEICO Insurance Agency, Inc. Commercial auto insurance and personal umbrella protection are also available.

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of companies, GEICO is rated A++ for financial strength by A.M. Best Company and ranks at the top of several national customer satisfaction surveys. For more information, go to http://www.geico.com.

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After breakfast almost 200 EAC employees from Long Island and New York City gathered on the sunny garden patio to hear a welcome by Lance Elder, President and CEO. Becky Bell, Executive Vice President and COO expressed her vision for the 2012 Conference through the theme, “Vision to See – Faith to Believe – Courage to Do”, providing a path for a future filled with growth and achievement. The conference continued with the presentation of EAC’s newly created Strategic Plan, introduced by the Strategic Planning Co-Chairs, represented by members of the Board of Directors and EAC Staff, who presented from the following Committees:

Programs:

Board member Carmine Inserra, Principal, NAI Long Island & Randi Foster, Senior Director of HR/ Regional Director, Vocational Services 

Marketing and Fundraising/Development:

Board member Stella Mendes, President, First National Bank of New York & Rachel Lugo, Regional Director, Family Support Services

Staff and Board Development:

Board member David Paseltiner, Esq., Partner, Jaspen Schlesinger, LLP & Rhonda Wainwright-Jones, Regional Director, LI Community Justice Programs

Technology:

Board member John Murcott, President, Karma 411 & Tania Peterson-Chandler, Regional Director, NYC Services

Finance:

Board member Brian Clarke, Chief Financial Officer, Bethpage Federal Credit Union & Maritza Bauer, Senior Director of Finance

With the opening presentations concluded, the staff broke into groups to attend a variety of activities. Some enjoyed a rousing game of “EAC Jeopardy”, where teams tried to ring in their answers to an array of challenging trivia about the agency. Randi Foster hosted an intriguing workshop called “Generations”, which divided attendees into age-based groups and asked the question, “How do other age groups perceive your generation?” An outstanding group of EAC clients and program staff hosted the Client Panel, sharing their unique and heartfelt stories of how EAC had impacted their lives. Everyone was also encouraged to visit the Vendor Fair, had the opportunity to receive a flu shots and, of course, collect raffle tickets!

 A delicious BBQ Lunch was served and by afternoon everyone reassembled for awards and raffle prizes. This year’s Literary Contest Winner was Bernadette Kehlmann for her “Superhero” Essay. Also announced were this year’s winners of Employee Awards:

Rookie of the Year: Rachel Cohen, AFY and Kathleen Callahan, Queens TASC Project

Best Employee Team: Enhanced Employment Initiative

Customer Service Award: Ester Chavez, Finance and Barry Brunson, Community Service Program

Employees of the Year:  Graziella Brunetti-Huneke, Long Island Parenting Institute; Jeanette Ackerman, Brooklyn TASC and Michelle Lemons, Bronx TASC

Presidents’ Award: Kathryn Cannino, Long Island Parenting Institute

Congratulations to all the winners and to everyone who participated in this year’s Conference!

Village Office Supply, a partner in the drive, graciously offered their services to pick up the supplies from Astoria Federal Savings locations and then turned their warehouse into a distribution center. Girl Scouts from Nassau and Suffolk counties assisted in sorting and helped to pack cars and vans.

 “Once again our friends from Astoria Federal Savings put smiles on the faces of hundreds of children,” stated Lance W. Elder, President & CEO of EAC. “Our kids face so many challenges and starting school with a full backpack of supplies gives them a feeling of belonging.”

Pictured (l-r), Rebecca Chan (Asst. Mgr. Community Relations), Patricia Gabberty (1st VP/Director of Marketing and Public Relations), Bill Entwistle, Hilary Hartung, EAC (AVP/Marketing and PR),Wendy O’Neill (AVP/Senior Manager Public Relations), Susan Febbraro (Seaford Branch Manager) and Irene Ferrall (VP for Marketing Communications).

 About Astoria Federal Savings:

Astoria Financial Corporation, with assets of $17.6 billion, is the holding company for Astoria Federal Savings and Loan Association.  Established in 1888, Astoria Federal, with deposits in New York totaling $10.7 billion, is the largest thrift depository in New York and embraces its philosophy of “Putting people first” by providing the customers and local communities it serves with quality financial products and services through 85 convenient banking office locations and multiple delivery channels, including its enhanced website, www.astoriafederal.com.  Astoria Federal commands the fourth largest deposit market share in the attractive Long Island market, which includes Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties with a population exceeding that of 38 individual states.  Astoria Federal originates mortgage loans through its banking and loan production offices in New York, an extensive broker network covering fourteen states, primarily along the East Coast, and the District of Columbia, and through correspondent relationships covering fifteen states and the District of Columbia.

“Attending Melanie Wolf’s watercolor painting class at the senior center is like having someone turn the light on in my life.  I have not done any watercolor painting since high school (which is over 40 years ago).  I enjoy going to painting class and look forward to socializing with the other students.

Watercolor painting has rejuvenated my soul by reawakening my creativity.  I feel happy and good about myself when I see someone smile when they look at my paintings.

Thank you, Melanie.  I never knew how much I missed painting.” – A.C.

Melanie’s watercolor painting classes are held on Thursday afternoons.  For more information, please call the Seaford Senior Center at 516-679-8373 or the Franklin Square Senior Center at 516-481-3322.

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This year’s Poker Run kicked off at the Child Advocacy Center at 84 Wheeler Road in Central Islip. The Run concluded at Gator Blue Bar & Grill at 148 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, with prizes, music, food and fun for all.

Proceeds from this year’s Poker Run will help purchase school supplies for the children who visit the EAC Suffolk County Child Advocacy Center At The Pat & Mary Bagnato Place for Kids  in Central Islip. The Center provides a safe, neutral and child-oriented environment for child abuse victims so that all necessary medical examinations and interviews can be done at one location. In addition, the Center serves as a resource for the children and their families to connect with community-based services, including therapy, help in meeting medical needs, and assistance with financial problems.

“The Guardians became involved with the Center years ago”, said Andrea Ramos-Topper, EAC Regional Director of Children’s Services. “Their annual bike event has raised thousands of dollars, and we are so very grateful for their generosity and kindness”.

Pictured, (l-r) back row, ) Ester Gonzalez, CAC Case Coordinator N.Y.S. Office of Victims Services
Jeannie Manck, (road name, “Autumn”), Lisa Downie (Pink), Jack Weisberger (Diceman), President of GOC, John Maglione(Crunch) Vice President, Jim Hanson(Fish), Nancy Hanson (Dolffin), Laurie Purcell and Andrea Ramos- Topper, EAC Regional Director Children’s Programs. Front, Sara Gardner, CAC Case Coordinator and Cathy Doty(Voodoo) Secretary.

Poker Run bikers head out and the race is on!

Guardians of the Children President Jack “Diceman” Weisberger and EAC intern Rachel Tom-Quinn

Guardians of the Children Youth Group and their mentors.

This most recent grant supports EAC’s Supervised Visitation, a program in both Nassau & Suffolk counties, which provides safe, supervised visits between children and non-custodial parents when the court feels that unsupervised access may be dangerous and harmful to the child.

Parents also receive help in improving parenting skills, learning appropriate play behavior and help in developing positive relationships with their children. Our trained staff monitors all visits and provides reports to the court on the progress of parents and children. Last year 1,749 individuals participated in EAC’s Long Island Supervised Visitation Programs.

- Urszula Zalewski, Assistant Director of Experiential Programs Project Director, Stony Brook AmeriCorps Program Career Center

EAC managers and Stony Brook University Carrer Center staff discussing future collaborations at the June 2012 meeting.

Michelle Nesi, a Student Intern of EAC’s Sanctions Intervention Project

During the time I’ve volunteered at EAC’s Sanctions Intervention Project, I have learned so much and realized so much about my future career goals. EAC advocates for the client and the case managers are able to build relationships with the clients even in the brief time they meet with them, which is something I aim to be able to do myself. I could see the clients begin to trust EAC workers almost immediately, even in a system where they are cautious and always on defense.

Since I began working here last June, my career goals have been reinforced. I’ve always wanted to work for a non-profit organization in a position where I could help people, but I had never been in the actual setting before. I now see how caring and compassionate the people in this field really are and how the goal of helping others is shared between everyone. I’ve also seen all the “behind the scenes” work that has to take place to make these organizations run effectively. I really like the problem-solving-type work that goes into helping a client. I am even more passionate now about working in the non-profit sector as I was before.

As a “job developer” at EAC, I’ve used my creative skills to create resumes for clients. These resumes have helped to secure employment for several clients. I’ve also conducted job searches, contacted employers and connected clients to resources according to each client’s needs.

My ultimate career goals include obtaining a Ph.D. in Social Work and teaching at a University. I would love to be able to explore the field and “get my feet wet” in many areas. I would love to work with children or mentally disabled populations, or (as influenced by my time at EAC) work as a job developer. My experience at EAC has shown me all these possibilities and opened my eyes to positions I didn’t even know existed.

- by Michelle Nesi, a Student Intern of EAC’s Sanctions Intervention Project

In 2009-2010 EAC began implementing a New York State Department of Labor “Building Skills” grant to provide superior training to staff in our Long Island and NYC programs. Training provided included: Conflict Resolution, Mandated Reporter, Team Building, Budgeting, Grant Writing, Time Management, Computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), Dealing with the Special Needs Client and Supervisory Skills to name a few.

 EAC has continued to develop training since then. For instance, in 2011, Directors, Supervisors and Vocational program staff completed agency training on the “Hiring Process”. This training offered up-to-date information on how to best prepare managers for the process of interviewing and hiring new staff and assisted vocational program staff on how to effectively prepare their program participants for employment. Training was offered on site at multiple program locations to accommodate staff and minimize disruption of program services.

EAC Staff Dr Buzz J. Von Ornsteiner, Glicette Castro and Ryna Dery participated in the “Hiring Process” training held in Brooklyn in December 2011.

The Community Guardianship Program works to ensure the health and safety of people who are incapacitated and unable to manage aspects of daily living requirements. Appointed by the Court, EAC staff and volunteers serve as advocates and surrogate decision-makers for those individuals appointed to EAC care.

Thorough assessment, comprehensive service planning, regular visits, ongoing support and reporting to the Court ensures that the needs of the incapacitated person are met. Guardianship responsibilities can include a wide range of duties, including property management, assistance with personal needs, and advocacy with medical and social service providers.   EAC Guardians are sensitive to the needs and wishes of their wards, and responsible stewards of their property.

EAC’s TASC staff provides evidence-based case management for clients including screening, assessment, placement in treatment and additional services.

• Promotes communication
• Improves problem solving
• Motivates individuals to increases Productivity
• Retains qualified employees
• Enhances performance
• Improves morale
• Eliminates festering resentments
• Creates a positive change
• Empowers individuals

Benefits of Peer Mediation Training:

• Improves school climate
• Resolves student conflicts
• Motivates students to resolve their conflicts collaboratively
• Deepens the educational impact of school
• Creates more time for learning
• Empowers Students
• Increases self-esteem
• Provides leadership and communication skills
• Teaches essential life skills

 Benefits of having a Peer Mediation Program in Your School:

School Staff

• Staff spends less time settling disputes
• Decreases the pressure on teachers to serve as a constant disciplinarian
• Improves overall school climate through better student-staff relationships

 Students

• Become active in the problem-solving process
• Leads to greater commitment to making solutions work
• Provides Positive Role Models for solving conflict
• Assume greater responsibility for solving their own dispute
• Mediation process encourages students to share their feelings and search for constructive ways to meet their needs.

 Last year EAC Network helped over 57,400 people in need of all ages and from all walks of life.

Here are some of our accomplishments from 2011:

EAC’s Supervised Visitation Programs  provided safe visits for 1,779 parents and children last year.
EAC’s Community Service Program monitored 4,399 offenders who were sentenced to community service last year.
EAC’s New York City TASC Programs saved the city and state millions of dollars through alternatives to incarceration last year.
EAC’s Senior Respite Program volunteers provided 5,300 hours of respite to 295 families caring for frail elderly family members last year.
EAC’s Long Island Dispute Resolution Centers mediated and/or arbitrated 5,047 disputes in Nassau and Suffolk Counties last year.
EAC monitored 10,512 people in drug and alcohol treatment programs in 2011.
EAC’s anti-shoplifting program has only a 1% re-arrest rate. 4,081 people went through the Stoplift Program last year.
EAC’s Anger Management Program helped 1,572 people last year.
EAC’s Court Appointed Special Advocate Programs worked with 598 children in Long Island foster care in 2011.
EAC’s SeniorNet Computer Learning Center volunteers taught 601 older adults last year to use the computer and keep in touch with family and friends online through 12,100 hours of instruction.
EAC’s Suited for Success Programs provided interview outfits last year to 279 people seeking employment.
EAC’s Meals On Wheels for Seniors and HIV+ Food & Nutrition Services served over 78,888 nutritious meals to Nassau County’s senior citizens and persons living with HIV/AIDS in 2011.
EAC’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helped 6,675 people heat their homes last year.
EAC’s Child Support Enforcement Programs generated over $893,636 in child support payments from Nassau and Suffolk Counties last year.
EAC’s Suffolk County Child Advocacy Center at The Pat & Mary Bagnato Place for Kids helped 450 children last year who were victims of sexual and/or physical abuse.
EAC’s Safe Start Program helped 3755 clients with car seat inspections and educational trainings including teen driving classes last year.

Have you reached a personal milestone through an EAC Network Program? We’d love to here from you!

The Queens Second Chance Program supports re-entry for offenders coming out of jail and prison in Queens.  Offenders are linked to treatment, housing and other support services in order to ensure a succesful transition from incarceration to community.