Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center

06/22/2026

We’re proud to share that the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center has been named one of New York’s Top Healthcare Organizations for 2026 by City & State New York.

This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff and our commitment to serving thousands of New Yorkers with compassionate, high-quality care every day.

Click the link below to read the full announcement!

https://bowencsc.org/2026/06/22/top-healthcare-organizations/

06/21/2026

A Father’s Day Poem

A father’s love is strong and true,
A steady hand in all we do.

Through every joy and challenge faced,
His wisdom, strength, and care are placed.

Today we pause to simply say,

Thank you, Dad, on Father’s Day. ❤️

06/19/2026

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth and honor the resilience, perseverance, and immeasurable contributions of Black Americans throughout our nation’s history.

At the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center, we recognize that lasting community wellness is built on equity, opportunity, dignity, and justice for all. As we reflect on the significance of this day, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing healthier, stronger, and more inclusive communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Happy Juneteenth.

06/16/2026

We were thrilled to welcome members, former members, partners, advocates, and friends to Rainbow Clubhouse’s Open House as they showcased their new home!

To everyone who attended, shared their stories, toured the space, and helped make the day such a success…thank you. Your presence reaffirmed that recovery is possible, community matters, and no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

A special thank you to Program Director Lilibeth Marchena, the dedicated Rainbow Clubhouse staff, and the incredible members who worked tirelessly to plan, organize, and host such a meaningful event. Your passion, commitment, and belief in the power of community were evident in every detail and made the day truly unforgettable!

06/05/2026

INVEST IN WHAT WORKS!

Thank you to City Council Member Shaun Abreu, Council Member Linda Lee, Tiffany Cabán, Council Member Gale A. Brewer, Councilwoman Inna Vernikov, Council Member Shekar Krishnan, and Council Member Harvey Epstein for your support!

05/21/2026

Last night at Terrace on the Park, Bowen Center CEO Amber Shah was honored by Schneps Media as a Healthcare Hero during a wonderful evening celebrating leaders making a meaningful impact across healthcare and human services. The event was emceed by Emmy Award-winning PIX11 News anchor Sanchez .

This well-deserved recognition reflects Amber’s leadership, compassion, and commitment to expanding access to community-based behavioral health care and supportive services for individuals and families across New York City.

Congratulations, Amber, on this incredible honor and to all of this year’s Healthcare Heroes.

05/15/2026