What we do

Housing Services

Helen Marshall Manor Supportive Housing Services

In February 2024, Elmcor launched its Housing Services program with the opening of the Helen M. Marshall Manor, a state-of-the-art, 30-unit apartment building that provides affordable and supportive housing, including 21 units for people recovering from substance misuse and/or mental health issues and 9 units for older adults experiencing unstable housing situations. The program offers the following services:

  • Case Management
  • Chronic Disease Self-Management
  • Medication Management Support
  • Mental Health and Substance Use Counseling
  • Educational and Vocational Counseling
  • Recreational Activities
  • Nutritional and Wellness Workshops
  • Community-based Medical Referrals
  • Supportive Services

 

For program inquiries, please contact Malik Hutchinson, Program Director, at 718-651-0096 (Ext.219) or via email at e.hutchinson@elmcor.org; and Garfield Bruff, Vice President of Operations and Housing Development at 718-651-0096 (Ext. 256) or via email at g.bruff@elmcor.org

Sanctuary Family Shelter Services

Supported by the New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS), Elmcor has assumed operations of New Arrivals shelters in Queens (Jamaica and Long Island City) as the next step in its journey to increase the organization’s footprint within the housing arena. The agency provides culturally sensitive case management and social services to homeless immigrant and asylum-seeking families entering New York City. Additionally, the organization provides the case management and social service delivery requirements for the facilities. The services provided include:

  • Physical/Mental Health Triage Services and Referrals
  • Case Management Services and Referrals
  • Vocational/Educational/Employment Referrals
  • Housing Support Services
  • Recreational Activities

 

For program inquiries please contact Paul Faulk, Vice President, Behavioral Health Services at 718-651-0096 (Ext.221) or via email at p.faulk@elmcor.org.

Other Services

Behavioral Health Services

Elmcor offers a 51-bed facility for adult men and women with chronic substance use disorders. Residents are assessed for person-centered, family-focused, community-connected care.

Youth Services

Elmcor operates the first and only Youth Recovery Club House in Queens funded by Office of Addiction Services and Support (OASAS), and operates within our recreation building. The Youth Clubhouse is open to all Queens youth ages 12-25 and their families.

Older Adult Services

Elmcor has been enhancing the lives of older adults since 1981 by providing a comprehensive array of services aimed at promoting healthy aging.