As economic pressure, social division, and rising anxiety grip communities across Long Island, Family Service League (FSL) delivered a clear and urgent message across Long Island: no one has to face this moment alone.
Demand for mental health and supportive services continues to surge as families confront financial strain, housing instability, substance use challenges, and emotional exhaustion. For 100 years, Family Service League has served as a safety net for Long Islanders in crisis, and today more than 60,000 children, adults, and seniors turn to the organization each year for help.
From 24/7 crisis intervention to outpatient mental health counseling, substance use treatment, homelessness prevention, senior services, and family case management, FSL’s programs are designed to respond in real time to the pressures people are experiencing now. Its family centers across Long Island provide integrated care under one roof, reducing barriers and ensuring individuals receive coordinated, compassionate support.
“In times like these, we have to stay curious and responsive,” said Amanda Logan, Program Director of Health Homes Bay Shore. “Our staff see the gaps in real time. Practicing cultural humility and continuing to learn allows us to better serve the communities who trust us.”
Jovi Stevenson, Director of Employee Engagement & Culture, emphasized that the organization’s internal strength fuels its external impact. “Our lived experiences strengthen how we serve. Especially during uncertainty, we remain a trusted partner providing care, encouragement, and hope to all.”
FSL leaders stress that seeking help is not a weakness, it is an act of strength. As conversations around mental health grow louder, the organization continues to meet people where they are, without judgment or labels.
At a moment when many feel overwhelmed, Family Service League stated they are standing firm in its mission: ensuring every Long Islander has access to the care and support they deserve.