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Green Chimneys

Address: 
400 Doansburg Road
Brewster , NY , 10509 41° 26' 58.704" N, 73° 33' 36.9648" W
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Marketing
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Green Chimneys' Sam and Myra Ross Farm & Wildlife Center, located on our Brewster Campus, is home to over 300 farm animals, horses and permanently injured or imprinted wildlife. The farm is supported by a dedicated team of animal experts and caretakers who provide the utmost care for our diverse species. Green Chimneys is part of the surrounding community. From preschool programs to summer camp to outdoor adventures for school groups, Green Chimneys offers valuable education and recreation experiences, along with exciting public events, for all ages. Green Chimneys is a multi-faceted nonprofit organization primarily serving students who have been unsuccessful in a traditional educational setting, and benefit from a highly structured and supportive program. Innovative and Enriching Preschool, Kindergarten and School-Age Programs for Kids 3-10 Years Old

Founded in 1947 and headquartered on a farm and wildlife center in Brewster, NY, with a second campus in Carmel, NY, Green Chimneys is recognized as a worldwide leader in animal-assisted therapy and educational activities for children with special needs. Green Chimneys services include an accredited special education school on two campuses; residential treatment center; nature-based therapeutic programs; community-based support for youth and families; and public education and recreation opportunities for all ages.

Each of our programs celebrates the dignity and worth of all living things. Green Chimneys is a pioneer in animal and nature-based therapy, striving to create a harmonious relationship among children, animals and the environment incorporating an array of educational, residential, recreational, and mental health services. Through innovative therapies and tools to teach critical life skills, we help youth reclaim their childhood, discover their self-worth and create a future for themselves as independent, contributing adults. We carry out this work in alignment with our Guiding Principles

Green Chimneys is a 501c3 corporation. Programs and services are funded by private donations and grants from foundations, corporations and public agencies.

Meeting Special Needs

Green Chimneys offers day and residential programs for students who have been unsuccessful in traditional education environments and who benefit from a small, structured and supportive setting. Natural surroundings create a safe, therapeutic environment for students with special needs, incorporating innovative animal-assisted and nature-based activities. A nurturing approach features small class sizes, high staff-to-student ratio, and certified teaching staff to provide full academic, behavioral and emotional support for grades K-12. Our goal is to help students reach their maximum potential so they may return to their home school district with the best chance of success.

Open hours: 
Sunday: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Nature’s Nursery has provided early education and school-age programs to community families for over 30 years. A sound curriculum, dynamic nature settings and caring staff create an engaging educational experience to support the most important years in a child’s growth and development.

Organization:

Green Chimneys

Location:

400 Doansburg Road
Brewster, NY, 10509
United States

Family Volunteer Day - Green Chimneys

Dates: 
04/20/2024
Time: 
9:00AM - 12:00PM

Location:

Brewster Campus
400 Doasnburg Road
Brewster, NY, 10509
United States

Birds of Prey Day - Green Chimneys

Dates: 
06/02/2024
Time: 
10:00AM - 4:00PM