The Commission investigators attempt to conciliate disputes on the local level and to assist complainants filing formal complaints with state or federal agencies. Confidentiality is protected. Any individual who resides or works in Tompkins County may use these services without a fee. Maintains assessment, counseling, treatment, and crisis services to adults, children and families with mental health impairments, on a sliding scale basis. Provides court-ordered evaluations for family courts in Tompkins and adjacent counties, and evaluates and provides or monitors mental health services for jail inmates.
Rescue is sent in lethal situations.
Education and training related to suicide crisis intervention and lay counseling are provided to community and professional groups. The Office for the Aging works through its programs and services to help Tompkins County seniors maintain independent living and a good quality of life. The Office also administers a College for Lifelong Learning for developmentally disabled adults. Most positions may only be filled on a permanent basis following competitive examination. Provides planning and related services to County government and local municipalities.