Link-Age Program is a grant funded program by NYS Office for Mental Health in a triple partnership with NYS Office for Aging, Family & Children’s Association, and Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Center. The program serves individuals 55+ years old in Nassau County, NY who are experiencing behavioral health concerns and are having difficulty connecting to long term services. We provide short term intensive case management and counseling with a focus on person centered care using a strengths-based approach. The program staff consists of Social Workers, a Registered Nurse, and a Peer Specialist. We assist clients with intensive challenges ranging from accessing mental health services, establishing food stability, addressing medical needs, connecting to housing, etc. We collaborate with numerous organizations ranging from hospitals, legal aid services, case management agencies, Adult Protective Services, Mobile Crisis, senior centers, etc.