StartCare is a Black-founded, community-based healthcare organization leading the way in delivering care for New Yorkers seeking health support since 1969. We provide comprehensive, culturally responsive, compassionate care, tools, and resources for individuals, families, and communities. With a specialized focus on addiction recovery, mental health care, and biomedical research, we operate six community-based locations across New York and provide care for 3,000 to 4,000 participants annually.
Mission Statement:
We are promoting comprehensive wellness for individuals and families by providing integrated, culturally-responsive health and social care focused on substance use and mental well-being. We center our care in equity, compassion, and innovation through biomedical and behavioral research. By caring for people, we are uplifting and strengthening communities and nurturing hope for a better tomorrow.