A diverse population — frail, isolated elderly, Holocaust survivors, Russian-speaking immigrants, and members of the Orthodox community — find a host of social services, delivered with dignity and with cultural sensitivity, all under one roof.
In partnership with Met Council, the Brooklyn Hub offers an array of innovative social services customized to meet every individual’s unique needs. Culturally sensitive social workers — many multilingual — are trained to evaluate each person’s needs and direct them to the supports that will help them overcome their challenges.
Met Council is providing kosher food for the Hub’s on-site distribution for the online pantry, where clients can choose the foods that make the most sense for their families. Healthy choices are incentivized, and other support services can be requested through the online ordering process.
Particularly vulnerable clients, like Holocaust survivors and victims of family violence, will find culturally sensitive help in a welcoming environment. For example, conference rooms have been specially designed for privacy so that people can participate in support groups free from the fear of being recognized by passers-by. Services also include emergency cash assistance, trauma-informed therapy, and legal and financial counseling.
The Brooklyn Hub will be a hands-on center for job training, career counseling, and wraparound employment services.
