Improving Lives

Empowering Families

Community Services

Educational Services

Welcome to Community Outreach Center

Rockland County’s comprehensive resource of guidance, advocacy, hands-on assistance and referrals for a broad range of needs including —

Social services

Affordable & subsidized housing

Employment services

Senior services

Passports, social security cards & documentation

Government programs & benefits

Municipal & local government matters

DDiscover How COC Can Help YOU!

COC is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of community members by helping them access and maximize the services and benefits that they are entitled to. As well, we promote community-wide health, safety and quality of life by providing education and practical services.

Our experienced and dedicated staff is thoroughly knowledgeable in guidelines, protocols and procedures. They treat each client with respect and discretion and go the extra mile to achieve optimal results.

TThe Agency with a Heart

Community Outreach Center was founded with a focused mission: to improve lives. Assisting community members isn’t just a job - it’s our passion. From the moment you enter our dynamic and modern center, you’ll sense the unique atmosphere: it’s professional and competent yet friendly and personable. Clients emerge with the confidence of knowing that they are in the expert hands of skilled people who genuinely care.

From Our FilesOne family at a time

How We HelpServices that COC provides

Our SeniorsCaring for the most vulnerable

Spotlight

Supporting Students Through Divorce: A CEC Workshop with Leah Nadler, LCSW

Educators and school clinicians play a critical role in helping students navigate challenging life transitions. To support schools in this important work, Community Education Center welcomed Leah Nadler, LCSW, Clinical Director of Arches NJ, for a professional development workshop focused on supporting students experiencing divorce and family transitions.

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COC Annual Safety Awareness Day

COC hosted its annual Safety Awareness Day on Sunday, May 17th, with an enthusiastic turnout of over 4,500 children and families.

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COC Hosts Empowering Parents to Support Anxious Children

Community Education Center, the educational division of COC, hosted an impactful workshop, Empowering Parents to Support Anxious Children, presented by Dr. Eli Lebowitz, a leading expert in childhood anxiety and Director of the Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program at the Yale Child Study Center.

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COC Hosts “Empowering Parents and Educators” Workshop with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz

COC Hosts “Empowering Parents and Educators” Workshop with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz The Community Education Center (CEC), the educational division of COC, was proud to host an impactful workshop series led by Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, a clinical child psychologist and Educational Director of the Targeted Parenting™ Institute. The program featured two tailored sessions for parents and professionals.

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DASNY President Tours Community Outreach Center Expansion Site

The Community Outreach Center was honored to welcome Robert J. Rodriguez, President of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), along with his team, for a tour of our construction site following our award of a New York State BRICKS grant supporting our expansion project.

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Community Outreach Center Hosts Lockdown Drill Training for Local Schools in Partnership with Ramapo Police Department

On Thursday, August 21st, the Community Outreach Center (COC) hosted a vital training session for school principals and staff, focusing on the importance of conducting regular lockdown drills. The training was led by Lieutenant Howell and Sergeant Navarro of the Ramapo Police Department and was attended by representatives from 25 local schools.

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COC Hosts Successful Senior Seminar on Medical Insurance & Financial Planning

On Tuesday evening, May 27th, Community Outreach Center proudly hosted an informative seminar for local seniors focused on navigating medical insurance and financial planning.

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COC Safety Awareness Day 2025: A Celebration of Community and Safety

COC hosted its annual Safety Awareness Day on Sunday, May 18th, with an enthusiastic turnout of over 4,500 children and families.

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Identity Theft Workshop – A Resounding Success!

The Community Outreach Center (COC), in collaboration with KeyBank, recently hosted a FREE Identity Theft Workshop as a service to the community, aimed at empowering individuals with essential knowledge to protect against identity theft.

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COC hosts successful seminar for Seniors

elebrating the Success of Our Senior Seminar! On Tuesday, November 26th, Community Outreach Center hosted an informative and engaging seminar for seniors, focusing on navigating medical insurance and financial planning. We are thrilled to share that the event was a resounding success, with over 75 attendees

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COC Announces Building Expansion at Appreciation Luncheon for Congressman Mike Lawler

On Monday, September 16, the Community Outreach Center (COC) hosted a luncheon, gathering dozens of Yeshiva administrators throughout Rockland County to honor Congressman Mike Lawler

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COC Hosts Transportation Vendors Compliance Seminar

On Tuesday, September 24, the Community Outreach Center (COC) successfully conducted a comprehensive Transportation Safety Training in response to numerous requests from local schools.

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COC assists thousands of residents with their Veolia Water Affordability Program Application

Community Outreach Center (COC) is proud to announce a significant milestone in our efforts to assist families in Monsey with the Veolia Water Affordability Program Application. Since the inception of this vital initiative,

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COC Hosts a Language Enrichment Workshop Series for Educators and Parents

Community Education Center, the educational division of COC, was proud to host an incredible series of workshops presented by Lois Kam Heymann, M.A. CCC-SLP, a globally recognized speaker and author

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COC Launches Free Amazon Sellers Course as Part of Workplace Readiness Initiative

CEC is proud to offer a first-of-its-kind free Amazon Sellers Course in the community under its Workplace Readiness Initiative.

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4,500 Children Attend COC’s Safety Awareness Day

COC hosted its 11th annual Safety Awareness Day on Sunday, June 2nd, to a massive turnout of over four and a half thousand children accompanied by adults.

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COC Raises Awareness of Recent Surge in Water Shutoffs

The Community Outreach Center has received dozens of complaints from local residents regarding the abrupt termination of their water services due to non-payment.

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COC Partners with Veolia to Promote Water Conservation in Rockland

The Community Outreach Center is thrilled to once again partner with Veolia for another year of promoting environmental sustainability in the Monsey Community.

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New Wheelchair-Accessible Bus to Serve Seniors Unveiled

On Wednesday, October 11, 2023, the COC hosted a gala event for seniors, community leaders, and elected officials to celebrate the acquisition of its new state-of-the-art

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SNAP EBT Fraud Alert

Community Outreach Center, as the go-to for all communal issues, has seen an alarming

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4,000 Children Attend COC’s Safety Awareness Day

COC hosted its annual Safety Awareness Day on Sunday, June 4th, to a massive

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COC Presents Responsibility-Centered Discipline Workshop for Educators

CEC was proud to host a powerful workshop given by Mr. Larry Thompson, M.Ed, a national conference

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COC Partners with Veolia to Promote LIWHAP and Water Conservation in Rockland County

The Community Outreach Center was excited to partner with Veolia,

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US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Visits COC and Meets Community Leaders

The Community Outreach Center was delighted to welcome Senator Kirsten Gillibrand to

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COC Coordinates with Rockland County Clerk to Process Passport Applications at its Center

The Community Outreach Center is excited to share that we now process passport applications in our office at 21 Remsen Avenue.

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COC Partners with Fidelis to Provide Food Security to the Disadvantaged

The Community Outreach Center is thrilled to partner with Fideliscare, who, sharing its passion for assisting the disadvantaged, sponsored a new COC caseworker designated for food aid.

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Growing with My Children Parenting Workshop

The Community Education Center, a division of the Community Outreach Center, was again delighted to host a 3-week parenting workshop series presented to 65 parents by a worldwide lecturer and noted high school teacher, Mrs. Yael Kaisman.

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COC by the Numbers Making an Impact

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families assisted annually

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meals served to seniors annually

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individuals enrolled in medical insurance

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administrative office staff

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dedication educational staff

$0million

savings in groceries in 2021

$0

savings in utilities since COVID

6,941

families assisted annually

3,900

meals served to seniors annually

29,534

individuals enrolled in medical insurance

27

administrative office staff

1,000+

dedicated educational staff

^$2.5 million

savings in groceries in 2021

^$308,000

savings in utilities since COVID

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