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We help abused, neglected and traumatized children heal physically and emotionally through compassionate, quality care. Our 37 programs include foster care, residential treatment facilities, mental health services, case management, education programs and special services for children who have been the victims of sexual abuse. We serve New York’s neediest and most vulnerable children and families to insure that their safety, permanency and well-being leads to a life of stability and promise.
CEO Perspective
International Women's Day
CEO Ronald E. Richter writes, “Since the founding of our agency in 1822, women have been an integral part of the historical accomplishments of our great organization. I am humbled every day by the tremendous work, dedication, leadership, and intelligence of the women at JCCA. I am proud that we have a leadership and executive team that are more inclusive than they have been at any other moment in JCCA’s history.”
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Blog Feed
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Passover 5778 March 30, 2018 05/29/15
A Passover Message from Ronald Richter Dear Friend: As the holiday of Passover begins tonight, the Jewish community all over the world will celebrate the exodus of …
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International Women’s Day March 8, 2018 05/29/15
The message below was sent to JCCA staff for International Women's Day on March 8, 2018. Dear JCCA Colleagues: Today is International Women’s Day. The celebration, adopted …
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The Tragedy in Parkland, Florida February 15, 2018 05/29/15
The message below was sent to JCCA staff following the tragic high school shooting in Parkland, Florida, on February 14, 2018. Dear JCCA Colleagues: Yesterday afternoon, a …
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FYSA Advocacy Day in Albany January 31, 2018 05/29/15
Teens and staff from JCCA joined Childrens Aid Society, The Children's Village, and other child welfare organizations in Albany to advocate for more help for foster …
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A Tree Grows in Pleasantville Raises $450,000 for Pleasantville Cottage Campus January 22, 2018 05/29/15
JCCA Trustee Stephanie Spiegel, pictured here with her husband Lee, was honored for her incredible dedication to the children and families of JCCA. Because of …
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A Passion for JCCA: Stephanie Spiegel January 12, 2018 05/29/15
Trustee Stephanie Spiegel is this year’s honoree at JCCA’s “A Tree Grows in Pleasantville” event. It’s a fitting award for a woman who organized the …
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Message from CEO Ronald Richter: Happy New Year! December 28, 2017 05/29/15
Dear JCCA Colleagues, As I reflect on 2017, I am more appreciative than ever of you, our JCCA staff members, who continue to devote yourselves to …
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Message from CEO Ronald Richter: Happy Chanukah! December 13, 2017 05/29/15
The Jewish holiday of Chanukah began last night. Known as the festival of lights, Chanukah celebrates a miracle from 167 BCE, when the Maccabee freedom …
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Pleasantville Cottage School Remembered, 1960-61 December 1, 2017 05/29/15
JCCA’s alumni comprise a rich and complex group of people who come from diverse communities, backgrounds, and generations. Having suffered serious trauma in their early …
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Message from CEO Ronald Richter: Happy Thanksgiving! November 22, 2017 05/29/15
We know too well the hardships of not having a loving family or enough food to eat throughout the year and especially during the holidays. …
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