West Side Community Services offers a variety of programs to strengthen and celebrate families. We are always adding new programs so follow our Facebook page for updates or check this page frequently.
Adult Education, Workshops, and Performances
Citizen Preparedness Corps Training – Thursday, November 14 | 6:30-8 p.m.
Provided by: NYS Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services
With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. This training course will provide an introduction to to responding to a natural or man-made disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies. Each family that attends will receive one preparedness kit.
Advance registration is required. Register here.
Community Events
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Youth must be accompanied by an adult to attend our community events.
Lights On Autumn Carnival – Thursday, October 24 | 6-8 p.m.
Sponsored by: ProClean Janitorial Services
Join us to celebrate autumn, Halloween, Lights On After-School, and Red Ribbon Week at our FREE Autumn Carnival! (Children 12 and under must be accompanied by their adults.)
🥸 Costume contest (wear a Halloween costume or your coziest autumn attire)
🍬 Indoor trick-or-treating (BYObag)
🎨 Crafts
🍕 Snacks
🎶 DJ-led dance party
🦸🏾 Superhero photo ops (thanks to the Superhero Alliance of WNY)
👻 Creeeepy classrooooom
Please register in advance so we have an accurate headcount.
Good for the Neighborhood with the Independent Health Foundation
Good for the Neighborhood is a free, community-based wellness program that brings health-related training and tools to areas where access to health care is limited. Individuals and families are encouraged to manage and improve their health by attending quarterly health fair-style events and workshops.
What’s included: Free health screenings (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, height, and weight), produce/grocery giveaways, kids’ activities, raffles, visiting organizations offering additional resources.
Our three 2024 Good for the Neighborhood events were a great success with hundreds of guests in attendance. We are working with our partners at the Independent Health Foundation to plan for next year. Please check back in late winter for our 2025 dates.
Community Initiatives
WSCS collaborates with several community-wide initiatives aimed at strengthening the safety and vitality of the West Side community.
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Independent Health Foundation
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Px21 (Erie County coalition of substance abuse prevention agencies)
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West Zone Community Schools
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B-District Community Police
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West Side Youth Development Coalition