CHOICE of NY

CHOICE of NY http://choiceofny.org/ http://choiceofny.org/

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CHOICE (Consumers Helping Others In a Caring Environment) is a unique peer-run agency which provides supportive services to consumers of mental health services who are over age 18 and residents of Westchester County NY.

This Mother’s Day, we want to talk about the moms we serve—and why our work matters.At CHOICE, we’re a peer-run agency p...
05/10/2026

This Mother’s Day, we want to talk about the moms we serve—and why our work matters.

At CHOICE, we’re a peer-run agency providing care management, peer advocacy, homeless outreach, benefits assistance, housing placement, food pantry access, and reentry services across Westchester. For so many moms in our community, getting these services isn’t a convenience—it’s the difference between keeping a family stable and watching it slip.

The photos here are from our Back to School Backpack Giveaway in previous years at our New Rochelle location—a day packed with cotton candy, arts and crafts, a bounce house, and so much more, alongside free backpacks, books, and back-to-school clothes for anyone in the community who could use them. No questions, no paperwork, no barriers. Just families showing up and leaving with what their kids needed to start the year strong.

When a mom can access mental health support, secure housing, get connected to food and benefits, or send her kids back to school feeling proud and prepared—she feels it. Her kids feel it. Stability flows downhill.

To every mother we’ve walked alongside in New Rochelle, White Plains, Peekskill, and the Bronx: Happy Mother’s Day. You’re doing the hardest job there is, and we’re honored to be in your corner.

The Met Gala turned Van Gogh into couture Monday night, and we’re here for it.Emma Chamberlain stunned in a custom hand-...
05/07/2026

The Met Gala turned Van Gogh into couture Monday night, and we’re here for it.

Emma Chamberlain stunned in a custom hand-painted Mugler gown by Miguel Castro Freitas, styled by Jared Ellner and painted over 40 hours by Chicago artist Anna Deller-Yee—channeling “The Starry Night” through watercolor textures and movement. Charli XCX wore custom Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello, styled by Chris Horan, with a sculptural resin iris stitched at its center—a tribute to YSL’s 1988 Van Gogh-inspired couture and Vincent’s “Irises,” painted in 1889 from inside the Saint-Rémy asylum where he was being treated.

Both looks were beautiful. We love seeing artists who lived through real mental health struggles represented on a stage this big—it matters that their work, and their humanity, gets celebrated.

So let’s use the moment. Swipe for what researchers actually concluded about Vincent’s mental health—and the local resources he never had.

If you’re in Westchester or the Bronx and feeling stuck in the system, CHOICE of NY is a free, peer-run agency that does what Vincent never had: a real caseworker in your corner. They help you obtain Medicaid, SNAP, Social Security, housing, and mental health services—meeting you in your community, not behind a desk. Offices in New Rochelle, White Plains, Peekskill, and the Bronx. English and Spanish. No fees, ever.
Call (914) 576-0173, walk in, or visit choiceofny.org
In crisis right now? Call or text 988—free, confidential, 24/7, 200+ languages.

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04/27/2026

Some for all the caseworkers out there who wanna be reminded that you are a , and can handle any battle that might emerge! 🦸‍♀️

Sarcasm alert, but in all seriousness, we really do owe our staff a much bigger thank you than we give often enough.Ever...
04/23/2026

Sarcasm alert, but in all seriousness, we really do owe our staff a much bigger thank you than we give often enough.

Every day, the Choice of New York team shows up with patience, compassion, persistence, and an incredible ability to keep going even when the systems our clients are navigating are anything but simple. So much of their work happens behind the scenes, but it has a real and lasting impact.

Our staff helps community members access food, clothing, training opportunities, benefits, and other vital resources. They coordinate with community partners, assist with food pantry distribution, help connect clients with donations and supportive services, follow up on paperwork, untangle confusing bureaucracy, and work hard to make sure people do not have to face these challenges alone.

This work takes heart. It takes problem-solving. It takes emotional energy, flexibility, dedication, and a willingness to keep showing up for others even on the most complicated days. Our staff gives so much of themselves to this work, and we are deeply grateful for all they do to help support the people and families in our community.

If you would like to help us show that appreciation in a meaningful way, please consider making a donation through the link in our bio. Every donation helps us continue providing food, resources, support, and care to community members in need.

And if you know someone in community support work, this is your reminder that they deserve some extra love, too.

04/16/2026

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day, and while that often brings attention to things like health care proxies and advance directives, it is also a reminder of how important it is to understand your coverage, stay on top of renewals, and ask questions when something does not look right. In New York, open enrollment for Qualified Health Plans has already closed for 2026, but eligible residents can still enroll year-round in Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and the Essential Plan. You can also report changes to your information through NY State of Health. 

One person we support shared that they went to pick up a medication and suddenly it was not covered. After several calls, they learned their health plan had renewed them under a new member ID number. The prescription had to be resubmitted, and the process became much more complicated than it should have been.

That is exactly why advocacy matters. A missing notice, a policy update, or a quiet system change can create real stress for people who are simply trying to get the care and medication they need.

If you have coverage through New York State, make sure your mailing address, phone number, and email are current, keep an eye on renewal notices, and do not ignore confusing mail or portal updates. NY State of Health says changes can be reported online or by phone at 1-855-355-5777, and New Yorkers can sign up for text alerts by texting START to 1-866-988-0327. 

You should not have to solve healthcare bureaucracy alone.

These photos were taken yesterday during a brief but beautiful double rainbow after a shower in downtown Peekskill.When ...
04/15/2026

These photos were taken yesterday during a brief but beautiful double rainbow after a shower in downtown Peekskill.

When the rain clears, it can feel like a reminder that dark moments do not last forever. Sometimes, when life feels heavy, what we need most is someone to help us find the rainbow again, to help us reconnect with hope, color, and vibrancy in our lives.

If you or a loved one are struggling and live in Peekskill, Choice Of New York has an office right here in the community. Visit the link in our bio to contact us and learn more about our caseworkers and services in Peekskill. We are here to help you navigate housing support, SNAP benefits, and the many layers of bureaucracy that can feel overwhelming when you are trying to access care and resources.

Y para nuestra comunidad hispanohablante, queremos recordarles que no tienen que pasar por tiempos difíciles solos. A veces todos atravesamos momentos oscuros, y solo necesitamos apoyo para volver a encontrar esperanza, color y dirección. Si usted o un ser querido vive en Peekskill, Choice Of New York tiene una oficina local para ayudarle. Visite el enlace en nuestra biografía para comunicarse con nosotros y conocer más sobre nuestros trabajadores de caso y servicios. Estamos aquí para ayudarle a navegar apoyo de vivienda, beneficios de SNAP y otros recursos esenciales con cuidado y orientación.

04/08/2026

Behind the scenes, our caseworkers are out here fighting digital dragons, glitchy portals, broken systems, and administrative nonsense so clients can access the services they need. We are so grateful for the patience, persistence, and care they bring to this work every single day. Learn more by visiting the link in our bio.

04/08/2026

Some housing situations are stable on paper and absolute chaos in practice. That is why compassion, advocacy, and strong case management matter so much. Shoutout to the caseworkers helping people make sense of the nonsense every day. 🏠

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew on this incredible mission to the Moon and back. 🚀 After launching on April 1, th...
04/03/2026

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew on this incredible mission to the Moon and back. 🚀 After launching on April 1, the crew of Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen gave us a zero-gravity moment that felt very familiar to anyone working in case management. 

Because let’s be honest:
when the hold music ends, the paperwork clears, the system works, and the case finally moves forward…
this is exactly what victory looks like. 😂

We’re sure a lot of caseworkers can relate to the sentiment here. Congratulations again to the Artemis II astronauts on this historic journey. 🌕

April is a time to shine a light on food access, nourishment, and the people who help make it possible, and it is also N...
04/03/2026

April is a time to shine a light on food access, nourishment, and the people who help make it possible, and it is also National Volunteer Month. At our White Plains food pantry, every shelf and fridge reflects real community care. Just look at all of those eggs in one of our fridges. 🥚

We are so thankful for all of our workers, volunteers, and supporters who help make this possible. Your time, energy, and compassion help us show up for our community in meaningful ways every single week.

The need is real. In Westchester County, 7% of households were food insecure in 2021, and organizations across the county continue to report strong ongoing demand for food support. If you need food, please contact us. If you would like to learn more about becoming a CHOICE of New York client, please visit our website for more information.

Thank you to everyone who helps keep our White Plains pantry going. 💙

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71 North Avenue
New Rochelle, NY
10801

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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