Long Island Families Together

06/18/2026

Children’s mental health can’t stay on the back burner. Without proper funding, waitlists grow, families struggle, and kids in crisis fall through the cracks. New York must do better.

“Not all of the kids are going to make it without getting the care they need.”

A new Newsday article examines how a proposed $200 million investment to expand access to children’s mental health services was left out of New York’s final state budget, despite advocates warning that families continue to face long waitlists and barriers to care.

Read the full article:https://files.constantcontact.com/2dac573a001/f05ac24d-f51f-4c77-a67d-6f33ff2d7872.pdf

06/17/2026

06/13/2026

NYAble is offering two FREE webinars in June!

NY ABLE allows individuals with disabilities and their families to save for qualified disability related expenses, without limiting their ability to benefit from federal benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI and Medicaid.

NY ABLE offers multiple investment options including a checking account and debit card option allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their independence and have quick and easy access to their own money. Earnings on investments can grow tax-deferred and are tax-free if withdrawals are used for qualified disability expenses.

For additional information about NY ABLE, or to open an account, please visit www.mynyable.org.

To register, click here and select the date: https://ascensus.zoom.us/meeting/register/oanxd36tQYm39_zBPr8DGg #/registration

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

Youth Mental Health First Aid equips learners with the knowledge and skills to recognize, respond to, and support adolescents experiencing mental health challenges or crises.

https://bit.ly/4olkcfp

Summer training opportunities are now available. Space is limited to 30 participants per session, so register early to secure your spot.

06/12/2026

06/08/2026

For nearly 1 in 5 young people, AI is filling a gap in mental health, it's an easily accessible source of support. Are we paying attention?

Use of artificial intelligence chatbots for mental health advice among young people ages 12 to 21 rose by more than 40 percent over the past year. And nearly two-thirds of them said they had not disclosed that use to anyone.

06/03/2026

Find your voice. Own your story

Join Youth Power for a virtual training focused on building confidence, self-advocacy, and self-expression in a supportive space for youth and young adults across New York State.

Together, we’ll explore:
-Self-advocacy
-Overcoming fear & self-doubt
-Action planning
-Self-growth & empowerment

🗓 June 25th
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Zoom
👥 Ages 12–25 in NYS

Register: http://qrco.de/bgno2k

06/03/2026

Join our Youth Peer Meetings (YPM), a monthly statewide space for students, youth, Youth Peer Advocates (YPA), Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA), and others in similar peer-based roles ages 12–29 in peer advocacy roles to connect, share experiences, build skills, and grow together.

YPM occur monthly on the second Wednesday from 3:00–4:00 PM, and will focus on networking, connection, and strategies for peer work and advocacy.

This space is for YOU.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3RIgkJr

06/03/2026

https://www.iloveny.com/fifa-world-cup/community-viewing-events/
Come together for a FIFA World Cup experience, right here at home.

This summer, Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State invite you to two free, large-scale FIFA World Cup™ watch parties, bringing fans together for an unforgettable celebration of world-class soccer. Cheer on your favorite teams on giant outdoor screens, and enjoy live entertainment surrounded by community spirit and family-friendly fun.

Ticket registration is now open for the Long Island World Cup Watch Experience, which includes a live performance by award-winning rock band Third Eye Blind.

This summer, New York State invites you to two free, large-scale FIFA World Cup™ watch parties, bringing fans together for an unforgettable celebration of world-class soccer. Cheer on your favorite teams on giant outdoor screens, and enjoy live entertainment surrounded by community spirit and fami...