Local Resources

Bloom Learning Center

Our goal is to provide your child with the BEST possible Early Childhood Program. Here at Bloom we believe our dedicated and caring teachers along with our creative curriculum, hands on, child centered learning environment and healthy lifestyle will help us in achieving this goal.

Brookhaven Town

For civic events and government offices of Brookhaven Town.

Center Moriches School District

Enriched by our diversity, the Center Moriches School District, in partnership with parents and the community, strives to provide a supportive, nurturing, and innovative learning environment. Our aim is to develop in young people a love of learning, self confidence, and respect for others. We seek to promote critical thinking and individual excellence for all students through academic achievement, physical and emotional wellness, and social responsibility.

Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches

The Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of individuals and businesses who have joined together to advance the commercial, financial, industrial and business interests of the community. It will serve as an action designed to meet community and area needs.

Childcare Council of Suffolk County

Childcare Council of Suffolk County offers a variety of information and services to childcare professionals.

Colonial Youth & Family Services

Colonial Youth & Family Services is a not-for-profit community-based youth and family agency located in Mastic, NY. Our origins are in a grassroots movement which was encouraged and assisted by local residents, school officials, and the Suffolk County Youth Bureau back in 1970. A countywide needs assessment by the Youth Bureau culminated in the agency being incorporated as a private, non-profit organization in 1973 with initial funding from the Suffolk County Youth Bureau. Originally developed to serve the William Floyd School District, which encompasses the hamlets of Mastic, Mastic Beach, Shirley, and the Moriches, Colonial’s incorporation now enables us to offer services throughout Suffolk County.

East End Kids Academy

East End Kids Academy offers a learning experience, which will engage and nurture the whole child; to inspire a balanced growth of heart, mind, body, and spirit. The children learn through structured – directed lessons as well as exploratory and hands on activities.

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East Moriches School District

The East Moriches School District has the highest expectations for its elementary school program (grades K-4). Children are provided a well-structured and caring learning environment consistent with the community’s goal of high quality, creative and challenging instruction. All students receive appropriate instruction in Mathematics, English Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Health/Personal Safety, Library/Study Skills, Computer Skills, Music, Art and Physical Education. Teachers plan units of study and daily lesson plans consistent with the New York State Standards.

Eastport-South Manor School District

The Eastport South Manor Central School District will promote and sustain an educational system which is dedicated to academic excellence, and the fulfillment of each individual student’s potential.

Through an alliance of educators, parents, students and community, the district will provide a supportive, safe, dynamic learning environment; and will strive to graduate students of good character who are intellectually, physically and socially developed, and who are as well prepared as possible for their futures.

Gentle Hearts Preschool Inc

Ketcham Inn

The Ketcham Inn Foundation interprets 325 years of South Shore history with its Living History Museum and Cultural Center.

Kids’ World Nursery School

Our mission is to provide families with quality care and a pre-school education. Every child leaving our school will be well prepared to move on to Kindergarten, both socially and academically.

Literacy Suffolk

Literacy and learning are important to us. That’s why we support Literacy Suffolk, who provide free one-on-one and small group literacy tutoring. They will also provide ESL help for free! Download the Student Application.

They will also train anyone who is looking for a volunteer opportunity.

Ayudamos a adultos en Suffolk County para aprender a leer y escribir (Basic Literacy) o hablar Inglés (ESOL – English for Speakers of Other Languages.) Aplicación para Estudiantes: click aquí.

Little Me Busy Bee Infant & Toddler Childcare

Our program now offers everything from arts and crafts to story time, music and movement, outdoor activities, and so much more. Your child will have the opportunity to not only grow their mind, but also to grow socially as they interact with their peers while being nurtured by our caring staff. We are confident that our program can provide that “home-like” atmosphere missing from so many corporate daycare settings.

Local Food Markets and Farm Stands

Click Here: LOCAL FARMER’S MARKETS & FARM STANDS

*Please Note: The hours of operation listed may differ depending on the season. The library does not guarantee the hours of availability of the resources listed above. Please call each corresponding market for the most up to date information. *Llama primero.

Local Food Pantries

Click Here: LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES/DESPENAS DE COMIDA LOCAL

*Please Note: The details listed may differ depending on the season, etc. The library does not guarantee the hours of availability of the resources listed. Please call each corresponding food pantry for the most up to date information. *Llama primero.

Local History Photos

Phil Trypuc Sr. ran a photography shop in Center Moriches.  Throughout the years, he took pictures of life in the area and graciously donated several of his pictures to the library.  We have digitized them and collected them online.

Manorville Historical Society

Located at the former one-room schoolhouse, the historical society runs a museum of artifacts donated by local residents and a thrift store.

Manorville Soccer Club

Intramural and travel soccer teams.

Masury Estate

Masury Estate is maintained by the Holiday Beach Property Owners Association. John Masury, a local paint manufacturer, built the estate beginning in 1894. Work was completed by his widow, though sadly most of the building was washed away in the hurricane of 1938. Today the building is on the National Register of Historic Places and is maintained as part of the local history of the area.

Moriches Bay Civic Association

The Association promotes civic pride and betterment of quality of life in areas of Moriches, Center Moriches and East Moriches, and promote education, community service and other community activities and organizations.

Moriches Bay Little League

The local Little League division.

Moriches Community Center

The Center serves young people, families, senior citizens and other community organizations, offering programs and safe facilities for the use of community members.

Our Lady Queen of Apostles Regional

Called to be a family of families, Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Regional Catholic School seeks to educate and nurture our students as disciples of Jesus Christ firmly grounded in our Catholic Tradition. Inviting God to be a part of the daily rhythm of our school-life, we strive to give our students a sure foundation of faith and a moral compass. By instilling in them a sense of self control, respect, and relationship, we help to guide their lives and shape the world of tomorrow. By seeking always to give our students individual attention, calling them by name and walking with them, we work to promote and uphold their dignity so they can achieve academic excellence and have a successful future. The environment of our school is shaped by civility, order and respect helping our students to learn to never settle for mediocrity and treat everyone with the same compassion and dignity they have received. As a home away from home, the Catholic School of Center Moriches seeks to provide a safe and beautiful place to grow.

Over the Rainbow Preschool

Remsenberg-Speonk School District

The mission of the Remsenburg-Speonk School District is to prepare all students with the knowledge, competencies, social responsibilities, and positive self-image to be life-long learners and contributing members of society.

The Remsenburg-Speonk School District will provide programs and conditions that maximize learning success so that all students meet individual high-level performance standards.

South Shore Kids

Licensed facility nestled on manicured acre of property. 20yrs IMPECCABLE reputation. Creating a loving and educational enviornment. We have the WOW factor.

Starbright Children’s Center

To teach children through play and interactive methods.

Suffolk County

Government and civic information for Suffolk County.

Suffolk County 211

The 211 Long Island Database is available 24/7, connecting people to local health and human service agencies and programs.

Suffolk County Boy Scouts

Boy Scouts of America, Suffolk County Council provides a comprehensive values-based youth development program that builds character, trains in the responsibilities of participating citizenship to 14,000 Suffolk County Youth.

Suffolk County Community Resource Guide

Click Here: COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE 2023

Index

Aging…………………………………………………………………..….Page 2
Housing……………………………………………..…………………..Page 4
Immigration…………….…………………………..…………………Page 8
Child Welfare Programs…………………….……………………Page 11
Family Violence………………………………….……………………Page 16
Health Providers…………………………………………………….Page 20
Mental Health Providers…………………………………………Page 22
Substance Abuse Services………………………….………..…Page 55
Civil Legal Services………………………………….………………Page 80
Homelessness…………………………………………………………Page 91
Veterans………………………………………………………………….Page 94
Court Alternatives (Mediation Services)………………….Page 98
Food Insecurity & Basic Necessities………………………..Page 100
Legal Help During the COVID-19 Health Crisis…….….Page 114

Suffolk County Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts of Suffolk County is a not-for-profit corporation governed by a board of directors and administered by President & CEO. The council has a staff of more than 90 employees and a dedicated force of more than 7,000 adult volunteers.

Sunflowers Children’s Academy

Our company is based on the belief that both children and parents get everything they need for a great day care experience every single day.

Sunshine Academy

Our environment is designed to encourage children to persist and repeat skills which lead to exploring new learning opportunities without fear of failure. In essence, our goal is to create active lifetime learners.

Westhampton Beach School District

The Westhampton Beach School District is located in the Township of Southampton, Suffolk County, New York and is situated 78 miles east of New York City. The District serves approximately 1800 students from the villages of Westhampton Beach and Quogue, and the hamlets of Westhampton, East Quogue, Quiogue, Remsenburg-Speonk, and East Moriches. Our community places a high value on education and supports its public schools.

The mission of the Westhampton Beach School District, in partnership with parents and the greater community, is to prepare students to be informed, caring, and productive members of our ever-changing global society. The Board of Education, administration, faculty, and staff are dedicated to providing educational opportunities so that each student can achieve his/her fullest potential.