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1. Where can I go for credit counseling?

Credit counseling is provided by:

Clearpoint Consumer Credit Counseling

5794 Widewaters Pkwy

Syracuse, NY 13214

Phone: (315) 445-8960

www.clearpointcreditcounselingsolutions.org

2. Where can I get legal assistance?

The Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc. is a not-for-profit law office providing free legal informaiton, advice, and representation to people who cannot afford a lawyer.

Please note: organization only handles civil (non-criminal) legal problems.

Contact them at:

Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc.

268 Genesee Street

Utica, New York 13502

Phone: (315) 793-7000

Fax: (315) 732-3202

www.lasmny.org

3. Where can I get help with a family conflict?

For family conflicts including divorce, custody, visitiation, child support, and elder care contact:

The Peacemaker Program

502 Court Street

Suite 234

Utica, New York 13502

Phone: (315) 724-1718

www.thepeacemakerprogram.org

4. What resources are available for domestic violence issues?

Victims of Violence (VOV) provides free and confidential services to those affected by sexual assault, domestic violence or other violent crimes in Madison County and surrounding communities. Services are available to all victims and their family, regardless of when the abuse or crime occurred or whether they choose to report it to the police. In addition to services provided to victims, the program takes a leadership role in the community by providing education and prevention services on issues related to sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, and date violence.

Phone: (315) 366-5000

www.liberty-resources.org

5. Where can I find mental health counseling/treatment?

Local Mental Health Therapists can be found via www.psychologytoday.com .

Participating providers covered by health insurance can be found by searching for providers through Lifetime Benefit Solutions or MVP .

The local NYS Office of Mental Health Clinics is:

Madison County Mental Health Departmant

138 North Court Street

PO Box 608

Wampsville, NY 13163

Our goal is to provide the highest quality, evidence-based mental health treatment to each person who walks through our doors. Let us help you get through some of life's most difficult challenges.

To get started with services at Madison County Mental Health Department, visit  us at the Veterans Building, Wampsville, NY whenever it is convenient for you from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Thursday! Please bring insurance cards and/or proof of finances. For more information, please call (315) 366-2327 or 1-800-721-2327.

6. What counseling services are available for families?

Family Counseling Services is a private, non-profit organization offering professional counseling and prevention services. Mental health and chemical dependency counseling programs are available for youth, adults, and families who are experiencing emotional, personal, and alcohol or drug-related problems. Services are available at multiple locations in Cortland and Madison counties and through our school-based counseling programs.

Family Counseling employs a staff of professional counselors and consulting medical personnel with diverse training and experience. It is our goal to provide superior, confidential services for the well-being of each of our clients.

Madison County Clinic

201 Cedar Street

Oneida, New York 13421

Phone: (315) 2800-0400 for information and appointments

Services:

• Chemical Dependency Counciling
• Family & Marriage Counseling
• Mental Health Counseling
• Youth Counseling

www.fcscortland.org

7. What substance abuse and detox programs are available?

Substance Abuse

12-Step Meetings: AA, NA, Alanon

For Madison County local meeting schedule see www.aadistrict0490.org 

For Central NY meetings see www.aacny.org 

Detox

Rescue Mission of Utica - Addictions Crisis Center

212 Rutger Stree

Utica, New York 13501

Phone: (315) 735-1645

www.uticamission.org 

The following resources are also available:

Syracuse Behavioral Health - The Willows

847 James Street

Syracuse, New York 13203

Phone: (315) 701-1516

www.sbh.org 

Evaluations and/or treatment at OASAS-certified programs:

Family Counseling Services

www.fcscortland.org 

Community Recovery Center @ Rome Memorial Hospital

264 West Dominick Street

Rome, New York 13440

Phone: (315) 334-4701

www.romehospital.org