The youth of The Child Center of NY marked Black History Month in ways that showcase their creativity, insight, character, and potential. The Child Center Residential Treatment Facility (RTF) in Brooklyn organized several activities to celebrate and delve into Black History Month, with discussion topics such as who were pioneers in Black history, and how did they shape their time and ours; movies that included Soul, Self Made, Harriet, and Hidden Figures; and art projects.

At The Child Center of NY, we prioritize hiring people from the communities we serve, with a particular emphasis on hiring former clients. The benefits of this are twofold. First, hiring from the neighborhood is critical to fostering a cycle of opportunity. Second, community members and former clients understand clients’ obstacles and potential; in turn, clients trust them and feel their compassion.

We are thrilled to announce that Nonaghosa (Nona) Ohikuare is taking on a new role as Director of the Health Home Program. Nona started her tenure at The Child Center as an individualized care coordinator with the Waiver Program.