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Meeting life's challenges, by providing community mental health, chemical dependency recovery and ot

Committed to providing lifelong wellness, mental and behavioral care, addictive support, emergency food distribution and more to Upper Manhattan and beyond.

01/30/2026

Last night, City & State honored its 2026 Trailblazers in Healthcare.

We’re proud to celebrate Kristy Rodriguez, Program Director of the Bowen Center’s Addiction Treatment Services, on this well-deserved recognition.

Bowen Center CEO Amber Shah joined in honoring Kristy’s leadership and impact on community-based care.
Congratulations to Kristy and to all of the Trailblazers recognized by City & State.

01/29/2026

Today, leaders from the NYPD 30th Precinct, the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center, and Ryan Health toured the soon-to-open Bowen Center relocation site on West 135th Street.

Bowen Center Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Fowler and Ryan Health Chief of Community Engagement Charles Shorter welcomed Police Officer Jeremy Stumer, Community Affairs Officer, and Officer Jerez for a walkthrough and briefing on security preparations and safety protocols.

As Bowen prepares to move into the building, alongside Ryan Health, which will occupy the third floor, this visit reflects our shared commitment to safety, collaboration, and strong partnerships as we expand services for the Harlem community.

01/29/2026

Today, leaders from the NYPD 30th Precinct, the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center, and Ryan Health toured the soon-to-open Bowen Center relocation site on West 135th Street.

Bowen Center Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Fowler and Ryan Health Chief of Community Engagement Charles Schorter welcomed Police Officer Jeremy Stumer, Community Affairs Officer, and Officer Jerez for a walkthrough and briefing on security preparations and safety protocols.

As Bowen prepares to move into the building, alongside Ryan Health, which will occupy the third floor, this visit reflects our shared commitment to safety, collaboration, and strong partnerships as we expand services for the Harlem community.

01/27/2026

Extreme cold weather alert ❄️

City officials warn that exposed skin can freeze in minutes, and that waiting for transit or walking outdoorswithout full winter protection is dangerous.

NYC Warming Centers are open across all five boroughs. 
If you, or someone you know, needs a safe, warm place to stay, visit on.nyc.gov/warmingcentersor call 311.

No heat or hot water in your apartment? Call311 immediately to report it and get assistance.

The Bowen Center remains open, including the Food Pantry. Pantry Hours:
Tuesday–Thursday,11:00am–2:00pm.

If you are coming to the Center, please bundle up and take all necessary precautions when traveling.

Please share this information to help keep our community safe and warm.

01/26/2026

The Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center is proud to celebrate Kristy Rodriguez, Program Director of Addiction Treatment Services, on being named to City and State NY’s 2026 Trailblazers in Healthcare.

Bowen Center CEO, Amber Shah MSHS MBA shared,

“Kristy’s compassion and unwavering commitment to person-centered addiction treatment are making a real difference for New Yorkers every day. She leads with integrity, empathy, and a deep understanding of the people and families we serve—ensuring that care is not only clinically excellent, but also rooted in dignity, respect, and hope.

Her leadership reflects the very best of Bowen’s community-based services and our shared commitment to meeting people where they are.”

01/19/2026

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor a legacy rooted in justice, dignity, and service.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that “of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.”

At the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center, that truth guides our work every day. From mental health and addiction treatment to food access and community-based supportive services, we remain committed to advancing equity, compassion, and opportunity for Harlem and beyond.

Today, and every day, we recommit ourselves to building healthier communities through service, advocacy, and care rooted in dignity.

01/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming Amber Shah, MSHS MBA, as the new CEO of the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center!

Ms. Shah brings more than a decade of experience leading community-based health and human services organizations, with a strong commitment to equity, innovation, and sustainable growth.

We’re excited for this next chapter as Bowen continues to serve Harlem and communities across NYC, building on 40 years of impact and looking toward the future.

Please click here to read the full announcement release - https://tinyurl.com/2pc43up9

01/14/2026

Come out and meet the incredible Addiction Treatment Services (ATS) staff of the Bowen Center at our soon-to-be temporary home at 520 West 135th Street.

This is a great opportunity to connect directly with the team and learn more about Bowen’s programs and services, the work happening every day, and the impact it has across our community. Whether you’re a neighbor, partner, or longtime supporter, we invite you to stop by, ask questions, and get to know the people behind the care.

We look forward to welcoming you!

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

As we welcome 2026, the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center is entering a truly special year.

Today marks the beginning of a yearlong celebration of our 40th anniversary... four decades of providing compassionate,
community-based mental health, addiction treatment, and supportive services to Harlem and beyond.

We are deeply grateful to our clients, staff, partners, and supporters who have been part of this journey.

Together, we look forward to honoring our legacy, celebrating our impact, and continuing to build a stronger, healthier community in the year ahead.

12/31/2025

As you are aware, after today, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will stop selling new MetroCards as it completes its transition toOMNY, the new contactless fare payment system.

What is OMNY?
OMNY allows you to pay your fare by tapping:
* A contactless credit or debit card
* A smartphone or smartwatch (such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay)
* A physical OMNY card, which works like a MetroCard but does not require swiping

Important things to know:
* Existing MetroCards will continue to work until their balance or time expires
* OMNY offers the same fares and free transfers as MetroCards
* You can still qualify for reduced fares if you are eligible

OMNY Reduced-Fare (Discount) Cards
If you currently receive a Reduced-Fare MetroCard, you can switch to a Reduced-Fare OMNY card.
You may be eligible if you are:
* 65 years of age or older
* A person with a qualifying disability
* Enrolled in certain public assistance programs

How to get a Reduced-Fare OMNY card:
* Visit the MTA Reduced-Fare program website or call 511
* Apply online or by mail
* Once approved, your OMNY Reduced-Fare card will be mailed to you
* Reduced-fare OMNY cards provide 50% off subway and bus fares, just like reduced-fare MetroCards

If you currently rely on a MetroCard and would like to continue using one for a little longer, please be sure to purchase it by the end of today.
If you have questions or need help applying for a reduced-fare OMNY card or understanding how OMNY works, Bowen Center staff are available to assist you.

Safe travels!

12/25/2025

Thank you for being an essential part of the Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center community. Your support makes it possible for us to provide comprehensive mental health, addiction treatment, and supportive services to individuals and families in Harlem and across New York City.

As we approach the New Year and prepare to celebrate the Bowen Center’s 40th anniversary in 2026, we are filled with gratitude for our community of supporters, partners, and friends. It truly takes a village, and we are honored to have you as part of ours.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful New Year.

12/05/2025

Today we celebrate the heart of the Bowen Center: our volunteers. 💙

From stocking shelves and distributing food in our food pantry, to supporting events, to lending a listening ear and a helping hand, our volunteers show up for our community in countless ways, and we are endlessly grateful for their dedication.

Thank you for every hour, every smile, and every act of kindness you share with us. You make our work possible and our mission stronger.

To all of our volunteers past and present, we see you, we appreciate you, and we are so grateful for you today and every day.

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1727 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY
10031

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Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

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+12126949200

Website

http://www.bowencsc.org/

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