1615 Northern Blvd, Suite #306,
Manhasset, NY 11030
Tel: 516-365-0587
Fax: 516-365-1909
MEMBER OF THE NEW YORK STATE CONSORTIUM FOR TOURETTE
Programs
Medical Outreach
A variety of educational programs are offered through the Center including formal classroom didactics, workshops, lectures, conferences, 1:1 supervision, advanced specialty electives, staff in-service training...
Research
Centers conduct or collaborate on scientific and clinical research studies that aim to provide a better understanding of TS/Tic Disorders, their impact, and to advance the development of more effective and safe treatments.
Community Outreach
Long Island Center for Tourette, in collaboration with Long Island Tourette Association (LITA) has a team of trained individuals who provide free in-service for faculty, psychologists, social workers, staff and other school personnel ...
Treatments
Most often, tics are mild, and treatment is not required. In all cases, it is essential to educate the individual and others in his/her life about TS and to provide appropriate supports across all settings (school, work, home)...
Support Groups
Support groups are held by the Long Island Tourette Association. The meetings are held the first Friday of the month (except where noted otherwise), from September through June at the DeMatteis Center of St. Francis Hospital...