Parent-Child Home Program for ages 1.5-4: A gateway in aiding low-socioeconomic families to build early literacy skills and prepare children for success in school. Through in-home sessions with trained home visitors, families work on model reading, playing and other literacy activities that not only enhance literacy skills, but strengthen family ties. (M - F) Contact: Nina Kean at 845-0485 Ext. 223.
Young Heroes (STSJP) Program: It is our goal that through this program we can enrich the lives of young people ages 13-16 mandated through the court system to attend the program, by equipping and encouraging them to make healthier positive choices. We will offer the youth the opportunity to build strong and meaningful relationships through mentoring/ tutoring, educational enrichment, organized community service projects and partake in college tours, field trips, motivational speakers and meaning of service discussions. Our youth and staff will sit together to “break bread” to further solidify the construction of healthy relationships; while instilling positive reinforcement, daily affirmation and a sense of empowerment. It is our belief that in every child there is a hero waiting to flourish and we are here to offer a network of support to see the youth in our program take flight and become successful. (M - F, 2:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Contact: Young Heroes (STSJP) Program Director: Daytuan Antonetti at 845-0485 Ext. 204.
Senior Wellness Program: The Senior Program offers regular activities - arts & crafts, bingo, field trips, a M-F nutritious lunch program, exercise classes, workshops, cooking class and more. Transportation is available. (M - F, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.) Contact: 845-0485 Ext. 200.
Food Pantry: Offers a variety of non-perishable items for those who are in need. If you or anyone you know is in need and without food register at The Belle Center to be a recipient of a regular biweekly bag of goods (Every 2nd and 4th Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.) Contact: Priscilla Grant 845-0485 Ext. 232.
The Belle After-School Program for Youth ages 14-21: Safe and friendly environment for youth to perform recreational activities. (M - F, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.) Contact: Stanley Fernandez 845-0485 Ext. 301.
Big Brothers Big Sisters: Big Brother Big Sister of Erie County: Currently has openings at The Belle Center! We can provide a volunteer mentor for your child. We meet one day a week from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eligibility Requirements - Children ages 6 - 14. Call Tom Kirst 844-2029. All applications are confidential. 845-0485 Ext. 225.
Adult Education: “Do Better!” Get on the road to attaining the fundamentals you need (ESL) to create a successful future at The Belle Center Location. (M - F, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Just call 843-4023 or 845-0485 Ext. 206.
The Community Health Worker Network of Buffalo: The Community Health Worker Network of Buffalo’s Mission is to provide opportunities for vulnerable neighborhoods to realize their full potential for health and well being. We achieve this through empowerment and asset-building strategies for individuals and communities, developed and delivered by a diverse collaboration of Community Health Workers, community members, advocates and other stakeholder groups. (CHW Brown Bag Lunches at The Belle Center the 4th Thursday of every month 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.) Meetings are open to all Community Health Workers and other interested community members. Contact: Jessica Bauer Walker 716-548-6727 or 845-0485 Ext. 208.
People INC.: Western New York’s leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.(M - F, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) Contact: 845-0485 Ext. 226.
Science First Hand Collaborative: is a program where our children get the opportunity to experience Science in a real way! In small groups, they are presented with experiments of all kinds to expose them to advanced, but understandable scientific methodologies. Through our First Hand Science program we hope to ignite a passion for science by planting the seeds and providing a strong foundation for our future scientists in the making.(Fall M - F, 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.) Contact: 845-0485 Ext. 200.
City of Buffalo Youth Counseling: If your child is in need of professional counseling services (M- F, 8:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.) Contact: Richard May 845-0485 Ext. 207.
AIDS Testing Services: For more information about how you can find out your status and receive a FREE and confidential AIDS test Contact: Front Desk (Every other Friday) 845-0485 Ext. 200.
Department of Social Services: (M - F, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) Contact: Brenda Montanez 845-0485 Ext. 219.
Facility Usage: Having an event and need a place to hold it? Find out how you can rent a portion of The Belle Center for your event. Contact James McNeil 845-0485 Ext. 221.