Carmel, NY – At Putnam Family & Community Services, we are very proud of the beautiful gardens made possible through the dedication and generosity of Mary Alice King, LCSW, one of our psychiatric social workers – and a Master Gardener. But there is always so much more we can do to make our grounds as pleasant and welcoming for our clients as possible. Read More
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Akzonobel Bees Claim Spelling Championship Honors Again in 2017
2017 Champions Crowned at PFCS Adult Spelling Bee Fundraiser
Brewster, NY – Putnam area businesses, organizations and residents came together last Thursday evening to support Putnam Family and Community Services (PFCS) at their 8th Annual Putnam Adult Spelling Bee. Community members from across the county formed 20 teams and vied in a rousing competition for the championship trophy. Read More
Putnam Family & Community Services Announces 8th Annual Adult Spelling Bee: April 27, 2017
Brewster, NY – Putnam Family & Community Services (PFCS) invites local businesses, organizations, and residents to its 8th Annual Adult Spelling Bee. Known as a night of rousing competition, teams of up to 10 spellers take on increasingly challenging words to hopefully become the next Putnam champions. Read More
Putnam Family & Community Services, Inc. Receives Book Donations from United Way for Young Clients and their Families
Carmel, NY – Putnam Family and Community Services, Inc. (PFCS) is thankful for the United2Read program’s recent donation of books to promote literacy among its youngest clients. United2Read’s mission is to improve students’ reading outcomes and close achievement gaps for high-need students. Read More
Putnam Family & Community Services, Inc. Awarded $20,000 Grant
Westchester Community Foundation Supports PFCS’ Children’s Crisis Response Program
Putnam County, NY – Putnam Family and Community Services, Inc. (PFCS) has received a $20,000 grant from the Westchester Community Foundation to support its Children’s Crisis Response Program. The program serves children and adolescents throughout Putnam County who are facing emergency situations requiring mental health counseling and guidance. Read More
Children’s Coordinated Services Initiative (CCSI) Brings Holiday Cheer to Children in Putnam County
Putnam Family & Community Services, Green Chimneys, and the
Putnam County Youth Bureau come together to support and celebrate our youth
Putnam County, NY – A joint community partnership brought Putnam County youth and their families together for a night filled with food, fun and festivities. As members of the Children’s Coordinated Services Initiative (CCSI), Putnam Family & Community Services (PFCS), Green Chimneys Community-Based Services, and the Putnam County Youth Bureau teamed once again on December 6th to host their annual children’s holiday party. More than 80 people–children, parents, and caretakers–gathered at the Mahopac Fire Department to celebrate the holiday season. Read More
2016 Annual IMAGINE Dinner Dance Benefit – October 14, 2016
PFCS’s 2016 Annual IMAGINE Dinner Dance Benefit – Thanks for a Memorable Evening!
Supporters of Putnam Family and Community Services, Inc. (PFCS) came together for dinner, dancing, and fun at the Salem Golf Club on Friday, October 14th, 2016 to “Imagine…Stronger Communities through Stronger Families,” a shared dedication to the community’s health now and in the future. A record amount was raised and a wonderful time had by all! Read More
Putnam Family & Community Services Awarded $1 Million Grant
Governor Cuomo Announces Program to Expand Services for Older New Yorkers
Carmel, NY – Putnam Family and Community Services, Inc. (PFCS) is pleased to announce that it has received a $1 million grant over the next five years through the New York State Office of Mental Health. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that PFCS is one of eight behavioral health providers in the state selected to receive the grant, with the goal of expanding community based programs for older adults facing mental health, substance use, and aging related issues. Read More
Jeffrey D. Kellogg and Jessica Vanacoro Join Putnam Family & Community Services Board of Directors
Carmel, NY – Putnam Family and Community Services, Inc. (PFCS) is pleased to welcome two new members to its Board of Directors. Jeffrey Kellogg and Jessica Vanacoro are the most recent additions to the governing body of the Carmel-based non-profit that provides mental, emotional and social health counseling services as well as substance use prevention and treatment programs to area residents. Read More
Putnam Family & Community Services Hosts ‘Imagine’ Dinner Dance Benefit on October 14th
Carmel, NY – Putnam Family and Community Services, Inc. (PFCS) is once again inviting community members from the Lower Hudson Valley to join them to IMAGINE…Stronger Communities through Stronger Families at their annual Dinner Dance Benefit. On Friday, October 14th from 6:30 – 10:30PM, supporters of PFCS will gather at the Salem Golf Club, North Salem, NY, to celebrate a successful year of serving individuals and families who seek recovery from mental health and alcohol/substance use issues.