Community Based Initiative

Community Based Initiative

Increasing Access To Services Within Vulnerable Suffolk County Communities

Community Based Initiative

EOC of Suffolk, Inc.’s Community Based Initiatives allow for networking and linkages to key stakeholders in the communities of Bellport, Brentwood, Central Islip, and Wyandanch.

The purpose of the program is to:

  • Increase access to, and responsiveness of, services within vulnerable Suffolk County communities as identified by:
    • High poverty indicators
    • High crime indicators
    • Low school graduation rates
  • Increase awareness of services and opportunities for involvement in community events by residents.
  • Proactively engage the most vulnerable residents who can benefit most from services.