The Rinx of Hauppauge operates its own preschool for children 2 years old to 5 years old located inside the same building as the ice skating rink. It offers half-day programs such as Mommy and Me, the 2-year-old Separation Program and the 2-year-old Playgroup Program, all of which focus on preschool readiness and motor skills. The half-day programs also help parents and young children gradually separate and ease the transition to a school environment. Its full-day program for children 3 years old to 5 years old is divided by age group. It is designed to provide interactive learning in language, science, math, art, preschool manipulatives and dramatic play. It also has a computer/library lab. Outdoor playground recreation and ice skating lessons are included in the tuition.
Suffolk County's Women, Infants and Children (WIC) services aims to improve the overall health of expectant and new mothers with young children up to age 5. It offers breastfeeding support and nutrition education classes to help mothers make informed dietary decisions. WIC also offers food assistance by providing checks to purchase supplemental formula, low-fat or fat-free milk, whole grains, fruits and vegetables to low-income parents. To apply for WIC benefits, call the office to find the nearest center and make an appointment.
Suffolk Works Employment Program is a local office of New York State Department of Labor which attempts to help residents overcome barriers to obtaining a meaningful job. All individuals must be referred from the Department of Social Services. The program requires a job readiness training which goes over use of pubic transportation, interviewing skills and job retention skills. Counselors provide aid in finding a job while they are receiving public assistance, to set individuals on the path to gainful employment.
The Suffolk County Human Rights Commission serves to prevent bias and discrimination against residents since the 1960s. It is made up of a committee consisting of 15 voluntary members and seven paid staff members who accept complaints from the public. Suffolk County holds that its residents cannot be discriminated based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, sexual orientations, marital status and other classifications.
Residents can file a complaint within one year using a form available on the website if they have been unfairly discriminated in a place of employment, housing, places of public accommodation, credit or volunteer firefighting. Any written documentation of discrimination or witnesses should be reported. The complaint will then undergo investigation by the county, which if probable cause is found, will go before a public hearing.
This is the secondary location of the Long Island Development Disabilities Resources Office. It provides services and guidance to individuals and families of those with disabilities throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. The objective is to help disabled people obtain the highest level of independence possible. The Hauppauge offices are the headquarters of the community service offerings in addition to information and referrals.
This the the Suffolk County office of the New York State Division of Human Rights, which enforces the state Human Rights Law passed in 1945. The law prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, credit, places of public accommodations and nonsectarian educational institutions based on age, race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military status and other specified classes. This office investigates and prosecutes complaints from local employees who believe they have lost their job, been discriminated against in the workplace or otherwise treated unfairly. It also offers classes and ongoing programs to educate the public about ongoing human rights issues in the state.
The Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center is a facility that aims to bring employers and job seekers together. Professional staff from both the private and public sectors provide human resource services to prospective employees. Those engaged in the job hunt can come here to use a computer workstation, photocopiers and fax machines, and access databases for networking. The organization also hosts career fairs and workshops throughout the year.
The Department of Economic Development and Workforce Housing is located in the H. Lee Dennison Building within the Suffolk County government complex off Veterans Highway. Run by Commissioner Yves Michel, this department helps businesses moving in and establishing themselves in Suffolk while helping its workers find housing to suit their needs. It hosts several public meetings, and a full schedule is available on its Web site.
The Weights and Measures Bureau is a subdivision of the Suffolk County's Department of Consumer Affairs. It oversees the testing and inspection of all weight and measurement devices used for commerical purposes in addition to checking pre-packaged goods for compliance (e.g. scales in supermarkets, deli scales, butcher shops, laundromats, gasoline bumps and fuel oil meters). Consumers who believe they may have been cheated on the amount they paid for by a retailer can contact this agency to investigate the matter.
In addition, the Weights and Measures Bureau issues licenses for all precious metal dealers and registers gas stations for business.
This is the main office of the Suffolk County Veterans Services Agency. It opened its doors to help local servicemen in the navigation of federal, state and local benefits they are entitled to. This can includes aiding in the process of receiving GI benefits to finding necessary educational, health, medical and rehabilitative services. The agency can also help veterans handle their paperwork when seeking discharge upgrades, become part of the Veterans Honor Registry and other changes.
This is one of three Attorney Grievance Committees for the 10th Judicial District. Its job is to investigate complaints of unethical conduct against attorneys who are based in Suffolk or Nassau county. Chief Counsel Rita Adler leads a 20-member, court-appointed council made up of 16 lawyers and four non-lawyers who judge each case. If there is sufficient evidence, the council will prosecute attorneys for professional misconduct. Residents who feel their legal representaiton may have been dishonest or incompetant must file a written complaint. Disputes involving legal fees are generally not accepted.
This is the Hauppauge branch of New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Located inside Perry B. Duryea building, residents should expect to be screened by metal detectors and endure police bag searches before entering. This DMV processes licenses, registrations, non-driver photo identification in addition to having a traffic violations court for non-criminal offenses. Permit testings are offered from Mondays to Wednesdays and Fridays, 8:30am - noon. Testing is also administered on Thursdays, from 10am - 2pm. Call or visit its website for CDL testing and Escort Vehicle licenses.
Suffolk County Water Authority lays claim to being the nation's largest groundwater supplier. This is the western regional office supplying water to the Town of Smithtown, Town of Huntington, Town of Babylon and parts of Town of Islip. It provides drinking water filtered through Granular Activated Carbon filters to residential and commerical customers. Residents can request a hook up, an explaination of their bill, meter readings, notification of moving and more by visiting their office. Suffolk County Water Authority is also responsible for overseeing and maintaining fire hydrants.
Suffolk County Handicapped Services is dedicated to aiding and assisting residents with mental or physical disabilities. There are approximately 283,000 individuals living with disabilities in Suffolk County. As such, this office serves as a center of information, assistance and county enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Sen. Brian X. Foley represents the 3rd District of New York State, which includes parts of Hauppauge within the Town of Islip. He was elected to the Senate in November 2008. Foley serves as chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, in addition to serving on the Education, Commerce, Higher Education, Crime Victims and Corrections, Environmental Conservation, Transportation and Election committees. His office extends help to constitutents with state issues that include the Department of Motor Vehicles and Department of Labor. It specializes in foreclosure help due to his position on the banking committee.
This is a Hauppauge branch of the federal Internal Revenue Service. No appointment is necessary for residents seeking assistance filing their taxes. Federal account inquiries, and case management of ongoing issues are handled here.
The Consumer Affairs office has been looking out for Suffolk residents and businesses since 1974. It attempts to educate consumers to break widespread public misconceptions in purchasing goods while investigating complaints of fraud. Consumer Affairs also enforces fair licensing and market practices on local businesses, contractors and services. On its website, residents can check to make sure a contractor is licensed, find out which businesses to avoid or which ones have significant complaints against them and get information on current pricing for regulated gasoline, home heating oil and other commodities.