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Art & Poetry (2024)
Lodestar’s
Art & Poetry Contest
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The deadline is March 30th and we are actively looking for submissions!

A commitment to service
A commitment to
service
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Lodestar is a premiere provider of in-home children’s behavioral health services on Long Island and in NYC!

Lodestar is hiring
Lodestar is
hiring
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There is no question about it. Our team makes a tremendous impact in the lives of youth. Check our available positions.

2022 Milestones for Mental Health
We are driven by
hope and empowerment
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Check out our 2022 Milestones for Mental Health campaign, as just one example of hope in action.

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Lodestar’s Impact

500+

Families

4

Counties

$225,000

Donations Raised

15,000

Visits (thru 2022)

Lodestar is a light that guides the way

Lodestar provides Home and Community Based (HCBS) and Children & Family Treatment & Support Services (CFTSS) for youth between the ages of 0-21 who are dealing with mental health challenges. Our mission is to “empower children and families” by honoring their definition of need and providing the necessary tools for them to strengthen their system of support.

WHAT WE DO

Home and Community Services

Our Home and community-based services include respite care, prevocational services, caregiver support, community self-advocacy, and supported employment services.

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Children Family Treatment and Support Services

Our Children Family Treatment and Support Services include Other Licensed Practitioner guidance, Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment,  Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services, and Youth Peer Advocate and Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment.

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Assessment and Linkage

Our staff are dedicated to answering your questions and explaining how we can serve you. This can include an assessment as to service eligibility and/or linkage to other available supports. Whether you’ve worked with us for a month or to years, we are committed to helping your family plan for whatever your “next steps” may be.

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Our Story

Since 2016, founder James Regan has been leading efforts to increase behavioral health service options for New Yorkers in the Long Island and NYC metropolitan area.

Lodestar started with a few staff members and, through hard work and community support, has expanded into hiring a staff of 90+. We have become:

  • The quality of our caring staff
  • Flexibility in adapting to the dynamic needs of families
  • Dependability and consistency

Lodestar staff and volunteers pictured with Suffolk County Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey and Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, to lend support to children’s mental health.

How You Can Get Involved

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There are numerous ways to give:

  • Sponsor our events and initiatives through corporate sponsorship
  • Support our programs, events, and training
  • Support our goal of obtaining a facility

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Volunteer

There are opportunities to volunteer:

  • Lead our community outreach initiatives
  • Volunteer for events and event planning
  • Reach out to donors
    • High school students and retirees are welcome

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Join Our Staff

Do you want to be a part of in our mission and make an impact? Join our team:

  • Receive extensive training and ongoing support
  • Be a part of a talented and skilled team
  • Make a difference

TESTIMONIALS

“James has always been a man who puts others first. Since I was 16 years old, he has been a great mentor of mine. I had been through a lot growing up and ended up in a group home. He was always there to guide me and help overcome my trials and tribulations.”

-Alex, former client of 6+ years

“James is an inspiration and an amazing person. I wholeheartedly recommend him as the ‘full package deal.’ An individual full of energy, enthusiasm, talent, and dedication, he has a passion for his clients and their families. I am thrilled to no end to have made ”

-Mohammed, client of 10+ years

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