Patient Resources
Navigating life after a stroke or dealing with cerebrovascular health issues can be challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. Our list of resources connects you with essential services, from disability benefits and medical insurance assistance to specialized driving schools and nutrition programs. We're here to help you and your loved ones find the support needed to enhance recovery.
We offer connections to employment and training assistance to help you reenter the workforce, as well as family caregiver supportive services to provide relief for those who are helping you through this journey. Additionally, you'll find details on transportation services and support groups, creating a network of care and community to bolster your path to recovery.
You must receive clearance by your physician to return to driving after you're discharged from the Stroke Specialty Program. There are resources to help assess your readiness to return to driving and regain the skills needed for driving following a Stroke.
Adaptive Driver Training Program
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Islip Technical Center
375 Locust Avenue
Oakdale, New York 11769
(631) 244-5885
www.esboces.org
Fitzgerald’s Driving School
Driver Rehabilitation Program
1350 Deer Park Avenue
North Babylon, New York 11703
(631) 667-9642
Fitz1350@aol.com
Contact Person: Richard Sanzano
Mobility Services Inc.
19-57 Steinway Street
Astoria, New York 11105
(718) 267-2921
www.mobilityservices.com
Contact person: Joseph Balaban
Elder Law is one area of legal expertise in Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, Department of Social Services, Long term care, Estate planning, Insurance, Guardianship.
Contact Suffolk County Bar Association at (631)-234-5577 for further information.
Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)
Provides employment and training assistance. Located at:
Hauppauge:
NYS Office Building
250 Veterans Memorial Highway Room 3A-12
Hauppauge, New York 11788
Phone: (631) 952-6357
Riverhead: 524 East Main Street
Suite 206 Riverhead
New York 11901
Phone: (631)-952-6357 or 1-800-222-JOBS (5627)
Office for the Aging
This program helps sustain family caregivers in their effort for an older relative who has chronic illness or disability.
Contact the Office for the Aging:
Hauppauge: (631) 853-8200
Riverhead: (631) 852-1420
Medicaid
Medicaid provides essential medial services for persons receiving public assistance and other low-income persons that meet eligibility criteria.
Apply Online: www.nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call 1-855-355-5777,
Or in person at:
Smithtown DSS Center
200 Wireless Boulevard
Hauppauge, New York 11788
Telephone: (631) 853-8714
Medicaid telephone number: (631) 853-8408
Riverhead DSS Center
893 E. Main Street
Riverhead, New York 11901-2542
Telephone: (631) 852-3500
Medicaid telephone number: (631) 852-3570
Stony Brook Financial Assistance Program:
Financial assistance is available to patients who have limited income, have no health insurance or are underinsured. You may apply for a discount regardless of immigration status. The amount you pay depends on your income.
For application and further information, call Stony Brook Financial Assistance Office on (631) 444-4331
Meals on Wheels
There are thirty-one senior nutrition programs throughout Suffolk County. Home delivered means are available to eligible homebound older residents age 60 or older. A client assessment is done to determine eligibility. For further information on the meal program and be provided with your local Meals on Wheels site, call (631) 853-8227.
Nutrition education and nutrition counseling are available to all who are 60 and over by calling (631) 853-8232.
Respite Care provides caregiver of the elderly with temporary relief. The suggested contribution is based on ability to pay.
For additional information call Suffolk County Respite at (631) 321-8229 Ext. 1229
SCAT Transport: (Suffolk County Accessible Transportation)
SCAT Transport provides curb-to-curb services to individuals with disabilities. For applications and information call: (631) 853-8337 (voice) or (631) 853-5658 (TTY) weekdays, 9:00am – 4:30pm
LogistiCare
For individuals that have Medicaid and Managed/Medicaid with transportation benefit, please call (844) 678-1107 to schedule transportation to your doctor’s appointments.
Stroke Support Group
Receive encouragement, feedback and inspiration. Gain knowledge. Learn about helpful programs and resources. Open to all stroke survivors, family members and caregivers.
Last Tuesday of each month
7 to 8:30 pm
Stony Brook Neurology Associates
188 Belle Mead Road, Suite 5, East Setauket
Second Friday of each month
10:30 am to 12 noon
Stony Brook University Hospital
Hospital Lobby Conference Room
101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook
For more information contact Marret Anderson, RN on (631) 638-2638
Brain Aneurysm/Arteriovenous Malformations (AVM) Support Group
This support group is co-sponsored by Stony Brook Medicine and the Brain Aneurysm Foundation.
Third Monday of each month (no meetings in July and August)
6 to 7:30 pm
Stony Brook University Hospital
Heart Institute Conference Room, Level 5
101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook
For more information, contact: Dawn Madigan, RN on (631) 444-8121 or dawn.madigan@stonybrookmedicine.edu
St. Charles Rehabilitation Center: Speech Communication Support Group
Every Wednesday of each month
1 to 2 pm
St. Charles Hospital
Saint Camillus (BR1)
200 Belle Terre Road, Port Jefferson
For more information, contact: (631) 474-6831
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