News & Announcements

Uvalde School Massacre

Northside Center mourns yesterday’s massacre in Uvalde, and the tragic loss of 19 children and two adults.  Once again, the United States has failed to keep our children safe from the preventable scourge of gun violence which threatens children, nationwide.

 
For over 75 years, Northside has worked to keep children safe so that they can overcome adversity and thrive through our educational and behavioral health services. We continue to do so in the context of gun violence in our nation’s schools, houses of worship, stores, and homes. This threatens the most vulnerable among us and robs children of their futures where they can pursue their dreams.
 
Please stand with us and demand that no more lives are cut short, by gun violence.  Together, we can prevent further tragedies with stronger gun control policies.
 

Additionally, Northside is here for children and families seeking mental health support and grieving this tragedy. Do not hesitate to reach out to us at 212-426-3400.  

 
Sincerely,
 
 

Thelma Dye, Ph.D., The Hilde L. Mosse Executive Director & CEO                   Ashley Lahoud, Director of Development & Public Relations

Buffalo Mass Shooting

Northside strongly condemns this past weekend’s racially-motivated,  horrendous mass murder in Buffalo and offers our support to a community in mourning. Since our founding in 1946 by Drs. Mamie and Kenneth Clark, Northside has pursued their vision of equality and justice by helping NYC’s Black and Latinx children address challenges related to racism and poverty through behavioral health and educational services.

We understand that the tragic, racist attack in Buffalo is causing deep fear and trauma for many in our community and throughout the United States.  This weekend’s tragedy reminds us how important it is for all of us to stand united against racial and ethnic hatred, no matter the source. The Clarks’ work to reduce the impact of racism on children is as important today as it was 68 years ago when the Supreme Court decided Brown v.  Board of Education,  based in part on the Clark’s famous Doll Study.  Racial hatred has no place in a just society and we stand with all of those fighting against bigotry, hatred and racism.

Today, all of us at Northside continue to pursue the Mamie and Kenneth Clark’s founding vision.  I thank you for standing with us on the front line of this fight.

 We offer our deepest condolences to the families who lost loves ones and were devastatingly impacted by this senseless, racist tragedy.

  

Thelma Dye, Ph.D. 

The Hilde L. Mosse Executive Director and CEO

Northside Center speaks with Dr. Watkins, Health Equity Advisor at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to answer all of your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for children.

Watch Now: COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: Q&A with Dr. Julian Watkins

City & State's 2021 Mental Health Power 50 List

​Northside Center Hilde L. Mosse Executive Director and CEO ​​​​​​Dr. Thelma Dye is featured in City & State’s 2021 Mental Health Power 50 list in recognition of serving as Northside’s executive director since 1994. Dr. Thelma Dye has also worked as a clinical psychology consultant for schools and health care organizations.  

Dr. Thelma Dye Joins PCOM Board

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has named Thelma Dye-Holmes, PhD, and Virginia A. Stallings, MD, to its Board of Trustees, effective May 19, 2021.

“The depth of expertise and commitment to community that Dr. Dye-Holmes and Dr. Stallings bring to their roles strongly aligns with the College’s mission to care for the whole person and advance the health of the diverse communities we serve,” said John P. Kearney, chairman, PCOM Board of Trustees. “We are very proud to welcome them both to our Board.

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Dear NORTHSIDE CENTER Harlem Friends, Families, and Staff. You have an opportunity to help influence the future of Harlem. We are inviting you to participate in an exclusive Nielsen poll on the following topics:

  • Education
  • Access to affordable housing
  • COVID-19
  • Policing and
  • Food insecurity

You can access the poll via this link: https://schlesinger.focusvision.com/survey/selfserve/1a7f/2104128?list=4&WID=W5

Nielsen is conducting this poll on behalf of the Metro-Manhattan (NY) Chapter of the Links, Inc., non-for-profit corporation whose members are working to substantially impact the quality of life for children and families in Harlem. They will use the results to inform their programmatic work in the Harlem community. Northside Center has partnered with Metro-Manhattan (NY) Chapter of the Links to encourage Harlem residents to participate. This is a great opportunity to shape Harlem’s future. I hope you choose to participate.

Thank you,

NORTHSIDE

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Addendum: May 3, 2021 - New Address

Today in Georgia, we, as a nation, have witnessed gruesome events. Northside condemns these violent attacks and any anti-Asian discrimination in the strongest possible terms. We, as an organization, stand in solidarity with the Asian community and offer our support. Please know Northside remains available as a mental health resource.

3.17.2021

Dr. Thelma Dye Honored as Health Hero

On February 18, Empire BlueCross Blue Shield honored 50 Whole Health Heroes who have fought against the unseen enemy of COVID-19. These New Yorkers who hail from the health care sector, the business world, and the nonprofit field have displayed extraordinary leadership, dedication, empathy, and remarkable compassion to help ensure all New Yorkers’ safety and wellness during this crisis.Northside’s Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Thelma Dye, Ph.D., was honored with 49 other heroes. Dr. Dye was appointed as Executive Director in 1994 following an impressive tenure at Northside, where she served as Director of the Clinic, Director of Research and Training, and Chief Psychologist. Dr. Dye has more than 20 years of experience as a psychologist, clinician, researcher, supervisor, and administrator. Since the beginning of March 2020, Dr. Dye has led Northside in these challenging times, helping us shifts our mental health and educational services to remote and hybrid models. Each year, 4,000 children come to Northside Center for Child Development for behavioral health, early childhood education, and enrichment support at its four locations in the Bronx, Harlem, and Brooklyn and through our partner sites citywide. Dr. Thelma Dye has viewed our mission as more urgent than ever during the Covid-19 pandemic because African American and Latino children and families have been disproportionately affected by the physical, mental and social determinants of health. Under Dr. Thelma Dye’s leadership, Northside established tele-mental health services and worked with early childhood education families to support home learning. Northside is working with families to ensure access to food and other emergency support.

View Dr. Thelma Dye’s profile among 50 Whole Health Heroes:

https://www.crainsnewyork.com/crains-cu stom-content-empire-anthem

Remembering Susan Patricof

It is with profound sorrow that Northside Center announces that our long-time Board Chair, President and Board Member, Mrs. Susan Patricof passed away on January 18th, following a long illness. Mrs. Patricof passed away peacefully, in her home, surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Patricof’s dedication, generosity, and love for Northside and the children we serve, was unmatched and will be missed terribly. For over 40 years, Mrs. Patricof led Northside in a variety of roles – having been Board Chair for well over 15 years, Board President and chair of the Board Gala Committee. She was deeply involved in every aspect of Northside, continuing to visit all of the programs as much as she could, even as her health declined. Indeed, Mrs. Patricof’s involvement and impact on Northside has been great and serves as an inspiration to us all as we honor her memory.

In recognition of the many years of dedication and support we proudly named Northside’s East Harlem, Early Head Start/Head Start Program after her “The Susan Patricof Head Start Center (SPHS.)” The kindness, warmth and love Mrs. Patricof exuded will be missed, so very much and will live in Northside’s ongoing work with children and families, which was one of her greatest passions in life. I know you join with me in extending our deepest condolences to the Patricof family.

Remembering Mayor Dinkins

Northside Center mourns the recent loss of Mayor David Dinkins, the 106th Mayor of New York City and the first and only African-American to hold this office. Mayor Dinkins and his wife Joyce (who passed away in October of this year,) were long-time supporters of Northside Center for Child Development. He especially loved reading to our children during the holidays. We are proud to have had the privilege of honoring Mayor Dickins for our 66th Annual Gala in 2012, celebrating his many contributions to New York City. He was an inspiration to the entire Northside family, and to so many across New York City and beyond.

A message from our Executive Director​

Northside Responds to the Novel Coronavirus

Dear Northsiders,

As we monitor and respond to the novel coronavirus, we would like to thank all of you for your support during this trying time. We remain committed to bringing high quality services to our 4,000 children and families, who are even more vulnerable during this time of social distancing and quarantine. 

Northside continues to follow the New York City’s mandate regarding social distancing, and have closed our in-person educational and enrichment programming. The Administrative, IT, and Fiscal departments will remain operational and most work will be done remotely/ off-site until further notice. Northside will be open only to essential staff in order to abide by the PAUSE, Policies Assurance Uniform Safety for Everyone, executive order given by Governor Cuomo.

Please see the following updates on our various programs:

Programmatic Updates
  • Northside Therapeutic Early Childhood Center, Day School, Early Head Start, and Head Start program: The Northside Therapeutic Early Childhood Center, Day School, Early Head Start, and Head Start programs continue to be closed until further notice. Northside is adhering to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio’s announcement on Sunday, March 15 requiring New York City Schools to close on Monday, March 16 as the city deals with the spread of the novel coronavirus. Northside hopes to be part of the first attempt to restart schools on Monday, April 20. However, we will wait for further notice from the New York City Mayor and/or Department of Education. Please ensure that you are in communication with your supervisor as work is still occurring via remote/distance learning.
  • Early Intervention: Early Intervention continues to work with families offsite and remotely.
  • REACH After School and One-on-One Tutoring programs: The REACH After School and One-on-One Tutoring programs are closed until further notice. We are working to provide remote tutoring sessions and enrichment activities.
  • Administration for Children’s Services Preventive Services, Home-Based Crisis Intervention, and Juvenile Justice Programs: The Administration for Children’s Services Preventive Services, Home-Based Crisis Intervention, and Juvenile Justice Programs are open and meeting with clients remotely until further notice. Social workers will continue to conduct home visits via remote sessions.
  • Northside Mental Health Clinic and Clinic in School programs: The Northside Mental Health Clinic and Clinic in School programs will continue to treat clients and operate remotely via Telemental Health until further notice.
  • Administrative, IT, and Fiscal departments: The Administrative, IT, and Fiscal departments will remain operational and most work will be done remotely/ off-site until further notice. Northside will be open only to essential staff in order to abide by the PAUSE, Policies Assurance Uniform Safety for Everyone, executive order given by Governor Cuomo.
Additional Resources

We have compiled a list of resources to help our community navigate the COVID-19 pandemic:

Northside Staff

EAP: We understand that these can be stressful times for all of us. Please do not hesitate to seek help from our EAP, Employee Assistance Program, provider Integrated Behavior Health if you would like to speak to a counselor, need medical, or other resources.  They can be reached at 1-800-386-7055.

Children and Families

We are working directly with families to connect them to resources such as internet, food, and enrichment activities for children who are at home. Please see and share, if applicable, the following links to the various websites below and the attached document.

  • Breakfast and lunch meals are available for pickup outside schools from 7:30am-1:30pm. Additionally please look out for messages from the Department of Education’s website (schools.nyc.gov).
  • Please also refer to https://www.cdc.gov for more information on how to safe and more information on COVID-19.
  • Scholastic is offering free resources for children who are at home, please be productive with your children so that they do not miss their much- needed education: https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html.
  • Additionally, The Food Bank for NYC is providing emergency food at nearby soup kitchens and food pantries. Please refer to this link for help: https://www.foodbanknyc.org/get-help/
  • If a student does not have internet access for online classes here are a list of companies offering free or reduced priced internet access
  • Grab & Go Breakfast and Lunch are available at all DOE schools for the remainder of this week. Please continue to look out for messages from the Department of Education’s website: www.schools.nyc.gov for updates on remote learning access and meals.
  • There are also community restaurants providing free meals for children and families. Please call your local community restaurants to see if they are providing meals.

Here’s a list of some fun, educational, and safe websites for children to visit and explore:

Please visit the following websites for more information on how to stop the spread of COVID-19:

Please know that we will continue supporting our children and families. We are confident that we will overcome this crisis with grace and strength.

Be well,

Thelma Dye, Ph.D.

The Hilde L. Mosse Executive Director & CEO