Shorefront YM-YWHA of Brighton / Manhattan Beach

Adult Educational & Vocational Services - provides classes, counseling and other supports to help adult immigrants learn English as a Second Language. The Shorefront Y targets immigrants with the greatest need for literacy services, including adults with learning disabilities and/or other special needs. In addition we serve an unemployed, underemployed, or not working full-time client group of diverse immigrants from the Former Soviet Union, Latin America, Pakistan, China, and other countries. We also provide vocational counseling and job placement. In addition we provide assistance to immigrants eligible and applying for US citizenship.

Immigrant and Family Services - We help individuals and families navigate the social service system, assist with crisis intervention and inform clients about the community and government resources and benefits that are available to them. Our goal is to build strong families and a vibrant local community by promoting health and economic security, preventing crisis and facilitating the transition into American life for the low income Americans, immigrants and refugees we serve. Regardless of the type of need or situation, the IFSD assists or refers senior adult population living in South Brooklyn to needed services, such as case management, advocacy and legal and financial counseling. We have also developed a strong Disaster Case Management program for families who continue to recover and rebuild post Superstorm Sandy. Overall, the IFSD provides clients with opportunities to maximize their potentials and live more self-sufficient and healthy lives.

Early Childhood Program - The Y runs an Infant Toddler Day Care, Universal Pre Kindergarten Preschool Program, Nursery Program and Kinder Camp for about 80 children, ages 6 months to 5.5 years, year-round. The program offers early drop off and extended care options to accommodate working parents and have at least one Russian speaking teacher in each class to best suit our community demographic. The Shorefront Y is fully licensed to provide these services by the NYCDHMH during the school year and the summer.