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mobile-loginCOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AT THE H.E.S.
FROM FAMILY WELLNESS TO HEALTH AND FOOD ASSISTANCE THE H.E.S. SUPPORTS OUR COMMUNITY.
The H.E.S. offers a variety of services for Southern Brooklyn individuals and families. Check out the wide variety below.
Not seeing a service you are looking for? Take our quick community engagement survey and tell us what programs you want to see in YOUR community center.
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
Each month we strive to help inform our community members about topics that are relevant to them. These workshops are aimed at helping adults, families, and children learn strategies for success as they connect with their peers. Such topics include financial literacy, safety, preparing our children for the future, and much more!
SUPPORT GROUPS
Parenting is hard work! This can be especially true of caregivers to children with disabilities. We provide a forum for parents to connect with each other as they learn to navigate the social, emotional, financial, and physical needs of children with disabilities.
FOOD PANTRY SERVICES
More than 1.2 million New York City residents struggle with secure access to enough food to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
Through the H.E.S. Food Pantry, each month we provide food to countless residents of the Canarsie area.For more information about how we can help ensure your family doesn’t go hungry and to register or make your monthly pick-up appointment contact the H.E.S. Food Pantry at 718.241.3000 ext 4 or hespantry@thehes.org
NEEDS ASSESSMENTS AND REFERRALS
Need help? Not sure where to turn when you have questions about the emotional, educational, social, and day-to-day needs of your family? Let us assist you in finding the next step to ensure that you can maintain the happy and healthy life that you deserve for yourself and your family.
PREVENTION EDUCATION
We strive to help our children develop the life skills they need to become successful adults. Social skills, self-esteem building, problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, communication skills are all a part of our programs designed to help children avoid high-risk behaviors and fulfill their full potential.
For more information about Community Engagement at the H.E.S. please contact us at 718.241.3000
FOOD PANTRY
The Hebrew Educational Society is proud to provide FOOD PANTRY services to the Southern Brooklyn community.
The H.E.S. Food Pantry operates by appointment only. Appointments can be reserved online from the comfort of your own home by CLICKING HERE or by phone, simply give us a call at 718.241.3000 ext 4.
PANTRY HOURS
Monday – Thursday from 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
In partnership with Met Council, all meals provided are Kosher certified.
GRAB AND GO MEALS
In response to COVID-19, the H.E.S. is serving Grab-and-Go breakfast and lunch to all school-age children.
GRAB AND GO HOURS
Monday – Thursday from 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M.
Menu items include:
Spaghetti and meatballs
Baked Ziti with steamed broccoli and garlic knots
French toast and so much more!
ALL ARE WELCOME, no reservation required, meals are served on a first come first serve basis.
SNAP – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Apply for SNAP – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – and find other food resources in your neighborhood without leaving the comfort of your couch.
Simply reach out to Basil Francis our local Met Council NOEP coordinator at 347-880-2922 or via email bfrancis@metcouncil.org.
He can help you find out if you could be eligible for the SNAP program.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS AT THE H.E.S.
EMPOWERED PARENTS SERIES – MARCH INFORMATION COMING SOON!
DATE AND TIME:
TOPIC:
FREE TO ALL
**Childcare provided for those over 2 1/2 years old
RSVP IS REQUIRED – RSVP via email or phone by contacting the H.E.S. Social Services department. socialservices@thehes.org or 718-241-3000.
**advanced notice required
ONGOING SUPPORT GROUP – Caregivers of Children with Disabilities
DATE AND TIME: First Wednesday of every month at 6:15 P.M
**Childcare provided for those over 2 1/2 years old
FREE TO ALL
RSVP IS REQUIRED – RSVP via email or phone by contacting the H.E.S. Social Services department. socialservices@thehes.org or 718-241-3000.
**advanced notice required
FAMILY SERVICES
No matter what age group or family structure, The Hebrew Educational Society aims to strengthen familial and community bonds through a diverse blend of family services.
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
Each month we strive to help inform our community members about topics that are relevant to them.
These workshops are aimed at helping adults, families, and children learn strategies for success as they connect with their peers. Such topics include financial literacy, safety, preparing our children for the future, and much more!
NEEDS ASSESSMENTS AND REFERRALS
Need help? Not sure where to turn when you have questions about the emotional, educational, social, and day-to-day needs of your family? Let us assist you in finding the next step to ensure that you can maintain the happy and healthy life that you deserve for yourself and your family.
PREVENTION EDUCATION
We strive to help our children develop the life skills they need to become successful adults. Social skills, self-esteem building, problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, communication skills are all a part of our programs designed to help children avoid high-risk behaviors and fulfill their full potential.
