December 07, 2021
Due to the rising COVID-19 numbers and spread of the DELTA variant, NCM is again requiring all visitors entering our buildings maintaining the health and safety of North County Ministry, visitors, staff and volunteers, NCM will be temporarily suspending our Clothing and Furniture Programs beginning Tuesday, December 7th until an unforeseen future date.
Donations of clothing, food and furniture are temporarily not being accepted until further notice. We appreciate our donors and we look forward to resuming our programs in the foreseeable future.
Our Food Pantry services both Brant Lake and Warrensburg sites will remain available at its usual times.
Thank you for your continued support, and understanding!
The NCM Team
August 09, 2021
Due to the rising COVID-19 numbers and spread of the DELTA variant, NCM is again requiring all visitors entering our buildings to wear a face mask.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation,
The NCM Staff
June 21, 2021
Updated rules for COVID-19 prevention.
With Covid still a risk to our community, NCM is upholding rules for visitors entering our facilities to ensure the health of our guests and staff.
-Visitors entering any of our facilities must wear a mask if they are not vaccinated.
-The number of visitors are limited inside our facilities. Kindly keep this in mind when you visit us.
Thank you for your understanding,
The NCM Staff
May 03, 2021
Welcome back to Leavenhouse!
Our North Creek Center “Leavenhouse” is reopened to the community after being closed for COVID-19. During that time we were able to give the center a much needed face lift, recruit new staff and make other preparations to reopen strong.
The center is available by appointment only and you must call in advance as walk ins will not be permitted. COVID-19 safeguards are required. Masks must be worn at all times and social distancing must be observed.
The Baby’s Place is available on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 1:00pm.
Call Debbi for an appointment at (518) 251-4460 ext. 302
Outreach Services are available on Mondays through Thursdays from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month services will be available from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call Jen for an appointment at (518) 251-4460 ext. 301
We are excited to be back and serving the community!
See you soon,
The NCM Staff
April 16, 2021
To our community,
We are happy to announce the reopening and expanding of our programs and services. However, with COVID-19 still looming, we will be still be observing safety protocols for both staff and visitors. Everyone entering the building must wear a mask and maintain social distance.
The Warrensburg Clothing Center is open for visitors by appointment only on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Appointments are 30 minutes long and only one person is permitted per appointment.
The Furniture Program is open for visitors by appointment only on Tuesdays from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm as well as Thursdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Appointments are 30 minutes long and two people are permitted per appointment to accomodate for heavy items.
The North Creek Center is reopening Monday, May 3rd. Our caseworker, Jen, will be available by phone only, Monday through Thursday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm She will also be avaiable on the second Tuesday of every month for the extended hours of 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Jen can be reached at (518) 251-4460 Ext. 301.
Starting May 4th, the Baby’s Place in North Creek will again be opened on Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. For further information call: (518) 251-4460 Ext. 302.
As always, we urge you to call in advance to confirm the status of our programs before visiting us.
See you soon,
The NCM Staff
March 30, 2021
To our community,
We regretfully announce that all programs will once again be suspended until April 12th. Appointments previously made by visitors to use the Clothing Center and Furniture Program will be postponed until we reopen. New appointment requests will not be accepted during this time.
We are also not accepting clothing or furniture donations at this time either. Please hold onto your donations until after April 12th when we will gladly accept them.
In regard to this closure, both the Warrensburg and Brant Lake food pantries will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, March 31st.
Please call in advance to confirm the status of our programs before visiting us: (518) 623-2829 ext. 302
We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to continuing services.
Thank you for your understanding,
The NCM Staff
February 26, 2021
To our cherished community,
With COVID-19 vaccines rolling out and new case numbers declining, North Country Ministry will resume programs and services that were previously suspended. These programs will resume at minimal operation and expand further to full capacity as long as the COVID numbers continue to decline. The operations are as follows:
Visitors must call in advance to schedule an appointment. Only one person is permitted per appointment and anyone entering the building must wear a mask and abide by social distancing. Please call Laurie at (518) 623-2829 Ext.302 to schedule an appointment.
The Clothing Center will reopen March 4th and will be open thereafter on Thursdays and Fridays, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Our Furniture Program will reopen March 4th and will be open thereafter on Thursdays, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Visitors must call in advance to schedule an appointment. Appointments are half an hour long and only one person is permitted per an appointment. Anyone entering the building must wear a mask and abide by social distancing. Restrooms will not be available. All other programs and services will also be unavailable. Please call Laurie at (518) 623-2829 Ext.302 to schedule an appointment.
Clothing donations are again being accepted. Please drop your items off during business hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm. If you are unable to drop off during these hours, please leave your items at the main entrance of our first/front building.
Furniture donations are not being accepted via our pickup service. However, we are offering drop offs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Donors must call in advance to schedule a drop off appointment. Leaving furniture without an appointment is strictly prohibited.
Outreach Services are still available via phone. If you need assistance, contact our caseworker, Rebecca, at (518) 623-2829 Ext.301. With our North Creek Center still under renovation, we ask anyone needing assistance from the North Creek area to use the same extension and ask for our caseworker, Jen.
Both our Food Pantries are still available. The Warrensburg Pantry is available on Wednesdays, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Our Brant Lake Pantry is available on Wednesdays, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed. Visitors are prohibited from entering the building and will be provided prepacked food boxes.
Unfortunately, the Gathering Place will remain suspended until the restrictions and risk associated with COVID are no longer a concern. We are still not accepting new tenants at our Adult Living Units.
The appoarch of spring brings us hope of warmer weather and brighter days. Let us also hope for an end to COVID and better health for our friends, family and community.
We look forward to serving you!
The North Country Ministry Team
January 23, 2021
Donations Temporarily Not Being Accepted
Out of abundance of caution due to the increased spread of COVID in the community, NCM will not be accepting donations until further notice.
This includes donations for our Clothing Center, Furniture Program and Food Pantries, as well as our North Creek Center.
We appreciate our generous donors and we look forward to better days when we can resume operations under safer conditions.
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Warrensburg Center at (518) 623-2829
January 08, 2021
Programs Closed Again
In response to the increasing COVID-19 cases in Warren County, and out of an abundance of caution and concern for maintaining the health and safety of North Country Ministry visitors, staff and volunteers, NCM will be temporarily suspending our Clothing and Furniture Programs beginning Monday, January 11th.
Our Food Pantry services at both the Brant Lake and Warrensburg sites will remain available at its usual times:
Warrensburg: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm every Wednesday
Brant Lake: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm every Wednesday
This plan incorporates the best guidance and information from state and local governments and health agencies. The NCM team will continue keeping you advised of the status for all our programs and services as we analyze new COVID-19 developments, guidance and procedures. We look forward to a time where we can safely serve the community.
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Warrensburg Center at (518) 623-2829
November 16, 2020
Furniture Program Reopening
The Furniture Program is reopening on December 3rd.
In our continued effort to keep our visitors safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are opening the program by appointment only. Appointments are available every Thursday from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. Each appointment is half an hour long and allowed up to two people.
COVID-19 restrictions apply. All visitors must wear masks while on the premises and stay at least six feet apart from each other and our staff.
If you are interested in donating furniture, call (518) 623-2829 Ext. 304. Please note, since the program has been closed due to COVID-19, our stock is full and our space is limited. For this reason, we are postponing donation pickups until January 2021. Thank you for your understanding.
To schedule an appointment, please call us at (518) 623-2829 Ext. 302 or email us at adminassistant@northcountryministry.org
September 22, 2020
YMCA Food Pantry Change of Hours
Stating Wednesday, September 23 the North Country Ministry Food Pantry at the YMCA Adirondack Center has changed its hours to 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm. For any questions, please call (518) 623-2829 ext.302 or email adminassistant@northcountryministry.org.
August 26, 2020
Food Pantry Policy Reinstated
Starting Wednesday, September 2 both the Warrensburg and YMCA Food Pantries will reinstate the visitation policy of the Regional Food Bank. Visitors will again be limited to no more than two visits per month.
Clothing Center Expanding Appointment Availability
The Clothing Center is now open on Thursdays and Fridays for appointments. Appointments are half an hour long and limited to one person. COVID-19 restrictions apply. Masks are required for entry and visitors must stay six feet apart from staff.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (518) 623-2829 ext.302 or email adminassistant@northcountryministry.org
August 14, 2020
Annual Golf Tournament Cancelled
Due to the continued threat of Covid-19, and for the safety and well-being of our participants, donors, and volunteers, we have decided to cancel the Annual Golf Tournament for 2020. Thank you for understanding.
July 24, 2020
Clothing Center Reopening
The Clothing Center is reopening on Fridays by appointment only. Appointments are half an hour long and limited to one person. COVID-19 restrictions apply. Masks are required for entry and visitors must stay six feet apart from staff.
We are now accepting clothing donations at the Warrensburg Center on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. Please wear a mask and observe a safe distance from our volunteers.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (518) 623-2829 ext.302 or email adminassistant@northcountryministry.org
June 29, 2020
Food Pantry Continued Hours and Operation
While most of our programs remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Food Pantries will remain open. Starting July 1, our Hours for Pantries will be:
YMCA Adirondack Center
Wednesdays, 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm
Warrensburg Center
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm
For more information, please call (518) 623-2829 ext. 302 or email adminassistant@northcountryministry.org
March 27, 2020
New York State has created the Mental Health Hotline: 1 (844) 863-9314
March 21, 2020
Dear NCM Friends,
As we face these difficult times, we would like to assure you that as a provider of human services we are deemed an “essential” service and will continue to provide minimal services during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the safety of our staff and community, we ask that you reach out to us via phone for any questions at this time. Our office can be reached at (518) 623-2829 during normal business hours. We appreciate your understanding and continued support.
The Staff & Board of North Country Ministry
March 18, 2020
COVID-19 Food Pantry Operations
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the Warrensburg Food Pantry will be remain open on Wednesdays from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm. Visitors will be asked to wait outside and a food box will be packed for them. If you are feeling ill, please arrange for someone else to pick up your food box for you.
The Pottersville Food Pantry has been temporarily relocated to the YMCA Adirondack Center at 148 Tannery Road, Brant Lake, and will be open on Wednesdays from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm through June 24th.
For more information, please call (518) 623-2829 ext. 302 or email adminassistant@northcountryministry.org
March 15, 2020
Program Closures
Out of abundance of caution and consideration for our staff, volunteers, and community, and under the guidance of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, we will be suspending operations of the following programs at North Country Ministry until further notice.
Clothing Center
Gathering Place
Furniture Program
North Creek Center
The Food Pantries in Warrensburg and Pottersville (now located at the YMCA Adirondack Center) will remain open during their normal hours of operation.
Our Warrensburg Administrative Office will remain open during normal business hours by appointment only.
Thank you for your understanding.
