Caseworker and referral services

  We provide casework and referral service in English and Spanish to help people connect with needed social services and programs. We have a network of resources that can be of help to you and your family. To find out more it is best to call Kenia Rodriguez for an appointment at 718-824-0353 ext. 12

Parkchester’s Play and Learn Group

A safe and nurturing environment for parents and children ages 1 to 3 years old to interact together and have fun!  The active creative group aims to enhance your child’s development in social skills, motor skills, language, self confidence, and imagination through play.  Story time, crafts, music, movement, games and free-play round out this very special group for children and their caretakers.  For more information please call Melanie Maldonado at 718-824-0353 ext. 10

Tuesdays:  10am – 11:30am (Children ages 12 months – 24 months)

Fridays:  10am – 11:30am (Children ages 24 months – 42 months)

Register for the Achieve Enrichment Program 

Are you looking for an arts-rich learning environment for your K-5th grader to flourish?  Look no further.  Contact us to receive information on how to enroll in Achieve.  To begin the enrollment process, leave a message with the following information at (718) 824-0353 x11 or the Contact Submission Form Your Name, Phone number, Child's Name, Grade, Age, School

Check out the LEAD Teen Program

SRCO LEAD Teens were featured on the New York City Parks Department television show It's My Park: Cedar Playground.  Click here to watch

SRCO is a non-sectarian, community based organization located in Community District 9, serving the East Bronx and the immediate neighborhood of Parkchester. During SRCO’s first decade, the most pressing needs inspired grass roots leadership, innovative programs and a full and varied menu of services. As a result of these efforts, SRCO:

• Provided enriched after school services to more than 400 elementary aged children;
• Conducted summer camp for 100 pre-teen boys and girls;
• Engaged 150 early adolescents and teens in wide-ranging arts programs and instruction;
• Facilitated book clubs for more than 100 local adults, seniors and youth;
•  Linked 200 adolescents to internships;
•  Linked more than 500 children and their parents to health services including free vaccinations, eye exams and health screenings;

• Founded the “Parkchester Community Network” linking together local agencies in order to better coordinate services to families; and

• Provided resources, workshops and networking opportunities to support parents