News & Announcements
Family Fun Day/Día de Diversión Familiar
Why should July 4th have all the fun? Join us Friday, July 10th from 11am-4pm for Family Fun Day / Día de Diversión Familiar — a free day of food, games, music, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, raffles, and more! Everyone is...
Sharing Our Success
We are a nation of immigrants. Here are three stories from the frontlines of our Immigration Legal Program. A 15-year-old from El Salvador fled violence caused by Salvadoran gangs. She undertook a dangerous journey to the United States to reunite with her family. We...
“The Most I Can Promise You Is One Year”
When Margaret Johnson interviewed with Lutheran Social Services of New York at age 24, she was told the field had a high turnover and was asked how long she could guarantee her services, should she be offered the position. Margaret replied, “I’m not going to lie to...
Free Internet Access for LSSNY’s Residential Program
Internet access is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. It’s how people conduct research, access educational and career opportunities, manage their healthcare, and connect with community. Those who have access to reliable, high-speed Internet access take it for granted....
Love is the Key Ingredient at Our Sister’s Place
When faced with a blank canvas and paints of all colors, one teenage mother colored the whole canvas black. “That’s trauma. She couldn’t see herself finding the color. Wow, that says a lot to me,” says Anita McCoy. Ms. McCoy is Director of Our Sister’s Place (OSP),...
Early LIFE Job Fair: March 26th
Join us at our Early LIFE job fair! Wednesday, March 26th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. We are hiring for teachers, maintenance workers, social workers, and food handlers. Reserve your spot. Our Early LIFE program provides early childhood education in our childcare centers,...
Social Work Superhero
Why Social Work? “Ever since I was young, I've been obsessed with superheroes and wanted to be one. I loved how they inspired hope for the individuals they served and how they were always able to have a positive impact on the world despite the many challenges they...
Holiday Haircuts!
We are very grateful to Cristhian of Anthony's Trendz Barber Shop in Island Park, NY. He visited our Seneca House shelter this week in order to give the kids free cuts just in time for the holidays. The shelter is located in Hunt's Point in the Bronx — a traditionally...
Our “Amazon Angels”
We call them our “Amazon Angels.” That’s because the Life Lutheran Church in Old Westbury generously supports our New LIFE Center. Their church website lists Amazon links for needed food, coats, or baby-related items, allowing congregation members to place orders that...