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Astor Services' Head Start in Wingdale is now accepting applications for Dover Universal PreK for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child will be age 4 by December 1, 2025 and you live in the Dover School District, please fill out an application at www.astorservices.org/wingdale-hs/. This year's lottery takes place on May 1. Questions, please call (845) 832-3331. ... See MoreSee Less

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@astorservices Head Start in Wingdale is now accepting applications for Dover Universal PreK for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child will be age 4 by December 1, 2025 and you live in the Dover School District, please fill out an application at https://www.astorservices.org/wingdale-hs/. This years lottery takes place on May 1. Questions, please call (845) 832-3331.
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Astor had the pleasure of hosting a legislative breakfast this past week at the Legislative Office Building in Albany. Thank you to all our State leaders and their staff for stopping by and learning more about the work we do and partnering with us to ensure that mental health access is a priority for our State’s children and families. Thank you to the Offices of Assemblymembers Yudelka Tapia, Landon Dais, Brian Maher, Didi Barrett, George Alvarez, and Chantel Jackson. ... See MoreSee Less

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Astor had the pleasure of hosting a legislative breakfast this past week at the Legislative Office Building in Albany. Thank you to all our State leaders and their staff for stopping by and learning more about the work we do and partnering with us to ensure that mental health access is a priority for our State’s children and families. Thank you to the Offices of Assemblymembers Yudelka Tapia, Landon Dais, Brian Maher, Didi Barrett, George Alvarez, and Chantel Jackson.
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Astor’s Valentine’s Virtual Food Drive is raising awareness and funds to support children in our programs who are facing food insecurity. Your generous donations will provide nutritious snacks and meals for children in programs like Astor’s Head Start in Poughkeepsie, NY and the Lawrence F. Hickey Center in the Bronx.

Thanks to the amazing support from our friends at @clinitytalent, every donation will be matched, up to $150! Together, we can help ensure that no child goes hungry ❤️
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Astor’s Valentine’s Virtual Food Drive is raising awareness and funds to support children in our programs who are facing food insecurity. Your generous donations will provide nutritious snacks and meals for children in programs like Astor’s Head Start in Poughkeepsie, NY and the Lawrence F. Hickey Center in the Bronx. Thanks to the amazing support from our friends at @clinitytalent, every donation will be matched, up to $150! Together, we can help ensure that no child goes hungry ❤️ (Link in Bio)
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Astor Services' Early Childhood Programs and Care Management & Prevention staff Jaime Coryea (with daughter Rhiannon), Nakita Duncan and Katie Castell attended "In the Know," a community growth and wellness event hosted by The Brain and Body, Liberty Partnerships Program at Marist College, and People USA. This event was designed to educate the community about the various dimensions of wellness, introduce family-friendly providers & resources, games, and activities to promote growth in these areas. ... See MoreSee Less

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Astor Services Early Childhood Programs and Care Management & Prevention staff Jaime Coryea (with daughter Rhiannon), Nakita Duncan and Katie Castell attended In the Know, a community growth and wellness event hosted by The Brain and Body, Liberty Partnerships Program at Marist College, and People USA. This event was designed to educate the community about the various dimensions of wellness, introduce family-friendly providers & resources, games, and activities to promote growth in these areas.
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Help us provide nutritious snacks and meals to children facing food insecurity in the Hudson Valley and the Bronx.

This month, we’re highlighting Astor’s Head Start program in Poughkeepsie, NY, which serves low-income children and children with disabilities between the ages of 0-5 and the Lawrence F. Hickey Center in the Bronx, a special education preschool for children 2 years and 9 months to 4 years and 9 months.

Every dollar will make a positive impact on the life of a child. Will you help us?

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Help us provide nutritious snacks and meals to children facing food insecurity in the Hudson Valley and the Bronx. This month, we’re highlighting Astor’s Head Start program in Poughkeepsie, NY, which serves low-income children and children with disabilities between the ages of 0-5 and the Lawrence F. Hickey Center in the Bronx, a special education preschool for children 2 years and 9 months to 4 years and 9 months. Every dollar will make a positive impact on the life of a child. Will you help us? https://www.astorservices.org/food-drive/
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Black History Month is a time to acknowledge and honor the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans throughout history. At Astor, we celebrate the diversity within our agency and the communities we serve. #BlackHistoryMonth ... See MoreSee Less

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Black History Month is a time to acknowledge and honor the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans throughout history. At Astor, we celebrate the diversity within our agency and the communities we serve. #BlackHistoryMonth
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⭐️ Join Us in Spreading Love & Compassion! ⭐️

This month, let’s come together to make a difference in the lives of children facing food insecurities. Astor’s Virtual Food Drive is here to provide nutritious snacks and meals to children in our programs, ensuring they have the energy and support they need to thrive.

Every contribution counts, no matter how big or small. Let’s share the love and spread kindness this month. ❤️

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⭐️ Join Us in Spreading Love & Compassion! ⭐️ This month, let’s come together to make a difference in the lives of children facing food insecurities. Astor’s Virtual Food Drive is here to provide nutritious snacks and meals to children in our programs, ensuring they have the energy and support they need to thrive. Every contribution counts, no matter how big or small. Let’s share the love and spread kindness this month. ❤️ https://www.astorservices.org/food-drive/
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Join Astor Services tomorrow at "In The Know" from noon-5pm at 391 Manchester Road, Poughkeepsie. This family-friendly event celebrates culture, community, and wellness and explores ways we can grow and thrive. This free event features face painting, activities, food, giveaways, community resources, and free workshops. Sponsored by: The Brain and Body Coalition , @Liberty Partnerships Program at Marist College, & People USA #InTheKnow #dutchesscountyny ... See MoreSee Less

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Join Astor Services tomorrow at In The Know from noon-5pm at 391 Manchester Road, Poughkeepsie. This family-friendly event celebrates culture, community, and wellness and explores ways we can grow and thrive. This free event features face painting, activities, food, giveaways, community resources, and free workshops. Sponsored by: The Brain and Body Coalition , @Liberty Partnerships Program at Marist College, & People USA #InTheKnow #dutchesscountyny
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Come by and visit!! There will be plenty of vendors and activities.

"I don’t think there is anything more important that we could be doing as a community than serving these children."
—Kate Kortbus, Board Chair The Children’s Foundation of Astor
"...We feel like we have a neurologist, therapist and soon a psychiatrist who can help us across the continuum. Thank you for working diligently to provide services during this difficult time to so many in need. "
—Astor Parent
"With the help of Daphna, Stephanie, Liz B., Liz R., and the caring receptionists, we’ve watched our child regain confidence, motivation and joy."
—Astor Parent
"We truly thank you for helping us find our child again! God Bless You."
—Jane Smith, Parent
"Ms. McFarlane has been amazing! She has worked very well with my scholar and has helped him learn of ways to cope with his emotions. He looks forward to her visits and enjoys having her in the classroom."
—Astor Parent
"Isabelle is an excellent therapist. [She] has been able to bring to light issues in our family dynamic and offer solutions that I hope we can continue working on effectively after her time with us is done."
—J.D.