Programs

For more than 130 years, SCO has delivered programs and services to New York’s most under-resourced communities, offering long-term, life-changing results. Through our vast network of programs, we offer a continuum of care and services that gets young children off to a good start, launches youth into adulthood, stabilizes and strengthens families, and unlocks potential for children and adults with special needs.

All Programs

    • Education

    Theresa Paplin School

    A New York State certified special education school that serves adolescents and young adults who live at our Ottilie Residential Treatment Facility or are referred by their school districts.

    • Special Education/Day Schools
    • Education

    Tyree Learning Center

    A New York State certified special education school for the children and adolescents with developmental disabilities who reside at The Robert J. McMahon Children’s Center.

    • Special Education/Day Schools
    • Housing & Shelters

    Youth Workforce Initiative

    The Youth Workforce Initiative (YWI) is a NYC career development program that prepares young adults, ages 16-24, for today’s professional landscape through a five-day, in-person job and career readiness workshop…

    • Employment/Job Readiness

90%

of individuals in our Community Habilitation program and Drop-In Lounge are gainfully employed

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