Empowering
brighter futures
going above & beyond since 1982
NAC is driven by the belief that a child’s history is not their destiny and that a disability or medical diagnosis does not define them.
- Dr. Arlene Goldsmith, Executive Director
NAC is celebrating our 40th Anniversary
NAC is celebrating our 40th Anniversary
It is hard to imagine where NAC would be when we began 40 years ago. In 1982, our founding members discovered 100 children living in New York City hospitals well beyond medical need.
Read MoreTheir Success Is Our Success
Tamara’s mother had 10 children to care for and saw no alternative to leaving her in the hospital for her first five years.
Tamara
Joanne is a single mother of 4 children, two of whom have significant medical needs.
Joanne
From a shelter to an apartment of their own, the family has grown stronger, and when asked to pick one word to describe themselves, Juscion picked "happy" and Kamella picked "kind.”
Juscion & Keyanea
My name is Natalie, and I am a single mother. The past year has been pretty tough for me and my son.
Natalie & Elijah
As a child, Susan was diagnosed with epilepsy and her family was involved in NAC’s Preventive Services.
Susan & Kevin
Norma has been a NAC foster parent for 20 years, fostering over 30 children in her home and adopting two special children, Isaiah and Alwon.
Norma
the difference that counts
5593 children & family members served in all 5 boroughs of New York City
54 programs & services
98 % of children in NAC Preventive Services avoided entering foster care
exceptional & comprehensive care
NAC provides a full continuum of care to keep children safe, healthy and thriving in all 5 boroughs of New York City, with integrated health and social services for the entire family.
Family support
Building a foundation of success with 360 degrees of support for the entire family.
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Foster Care & Adoption
We believe in Foster Care done right, because children flourish when you have qualified and...
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Medical & Mental health
Meeting the highest standards for innovative health care with on-site licensed medical...
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STEP UP FOR NYC KIDS
It takes a community of supporters & volunteers to ensure our NAC children not only survive, but thrive. Join us to deliver real help and hope to thousands of at-risk children with disabilities and chronic illnesses and their families throughout New York City.
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