Green Chimneys

For an application to:

Runaway/Homeless Youth Transitional Program
contact Angela Ordyniec at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 718.732.1500 x311

Foster Care Residential Programs (including Gramercy Residence or AOBH)
contact Crystal Welch-Scott at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 212.260.1309 x235

Inclusionary Criteria for NYC Division Foster Care programs:

• Primary diagnostic criterion for admission to this program is the individual's ability to benefit from the program, with special emphasis on community living aspect.
• Under auspices of New York City Administration for Children's Services, or other child welfare entity.
• Age 16-20. Programs specifically designed to be a safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth.
• Evidence of ability to attend school, job training, or maintain a job.
• Priority will be given to applicants who do not have a sociopathic diagnosis.
• If history of substance use/abuse, psychosexual disorders, and/or disorders of impulse-control, will be evaluated on an individual basis.
• Applicants with medical conditions will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Exlusionary Criteria:

• Direct admission from psychiatric hospitals.
• Active, severe drug abusing conditions.
• Active psychotic behaviors.

For Additional Information:

Click here to download the Health Record Form
Click here to download the Emergency Information Form