We stand with the families that are doing their best to adjust to the school closures and changes being put in place. We are also very concerned about low-income, homeless, and disabled families who may be struggling to adapt. Read More
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WCA responds to Medicaid Deficit Cuts
With New York facing its largest budget deficit in a decade in its 2020-21 state budget, Westchester Children’s Association stands alongside child advocacy organizations, service providers, and local decision-makers in voicing our deep concern for the welfare of more than 7 million children and adults across the State who rely on Medicaid to access critical mental, behavioral, and physical health care services and supports. Read More
WCA Statement for New York State Executive Budget 2020
State Budget 2020 Hearing Remarks from WCA – In the written testimony provided, we outline a variety of budget priorities that impact New York’s children and youth. Westchester Children’s Asociation is here to emphasize that children and youth thrive, when they are given the opportunities and supports they need from cradle to career. Read More
WCA Responds to the Westchester County Housing Needs Assessment
Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) is pleased to see the release of the Westchester County Housing Needs Assessment. We congratulate County Executive Latimer and all who contributed to the detailed, nearly-200 page, affordable housing study which draws important connections between housing and homelessness. Read More
WCA Statement on Phase II of Raise the Age Implementation – October 1, 2019
WCA STATEMENT ON PHASE II OF RAISE THE AGE IMPLEMENTATION By Allison Lake, Executive Director of Westchester Children’s Association October 1, 2019 The Sky did not fall. On October 1, 2019, all our children under age 18 in … Read More
And How are the Children? – WCA Executive Director responds to Public Charge and ICE Raids
It’s hard to know where to begin. There has been a steady onslaught of new policies and actions that have targeted children and families lately with little regard for the long-term implications. From the separation of children from their families … Read More
WCA Response to 2019-20 New York State Budget
We made great progress in… ✔ Youth Justice ✔ Child Welfare ✔ Early Childhood Supports / Home Visiting ✔ Child Care ✔ Youth Development/Employment ✔ 2020 Census Click here to see more … We also want to thank all elected … Read More
WCA Statement Supporting Kids & Families during the Government Shutdown
From our Executive Director [IMPORTANT UPDATE BELOW] Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) is Westchester County’s only children’s advocacy organization focused on the welfare of children ages 0 to 25 and their families. We feel compelled to respond to the impact that … Read More
