MASK Mothers & Fathers Aligned Saving Kids

2566-70 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11210

Services

 â€œMy daughter bought a few articles
of clothing that are inappropriate. She runs out of the house wearing them
before I have a chance to stop her. She stays out very late. I’m concerned and
am fearful for her safety.”…

“My son stopped davening
and wearing tzitzis, and was exhibiting signs of an unhealthy
lifestyle. His demeanor enraged my husband. There is so much anger and yelling
at home. Tempers rise daily and contention is growing rapidly. I am at my wits
end. I also feel so alone. I feel like no one understands what I am going
through.”…

The above scenarios are very
typical situations of parents who make phone contact with
MASK CONFIDENTIAL HELPLINE (available from 10:00 a.m.
to 10:00 p.m.) on a daily basis. Common issues such as ADD, ADHD,
self-destructive behaviors, eating disorders, alcohol, and substance abuse are
spoken of daily. The staff often recognizes the end of the story before
the parent completes his sentence. It is unfortunately only too familiar and all
too common. However, the pain is not. Each parent’s level of pain is a
new experience for the compassionate staff.

The MASK
staff is always available to answer questions and to refer parents to the
appropriate professionals, programs, or organizations. They are committed to
guiding parents in the right direction so that they receive maximum assistance
for their particular family crisis or situation. Yet, the assistance is
occasionally not done only over the phone. Some parents require the personal
touch. They are more comfortable sitting down in an office environment where, in
a spirit of respect and concern, a staff member can listen to their story while
completing the intake process, as well as offering the necessary guidance and
referrals for assistance. At the end of that initial meeting, parents learn that
MASK is here to help them, in every which way
possible.

Lending Library
Recommended books, CDs and DVD are available
Monday-Thursday
9a.m.-5p.m.