Pearl River Community Resources
Find local services, community activities and practical help in Pearl River, Orangetown and Rockland County. Use this guide to find the right organization, check current information and take your next step.
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- Emergency police fire or ambulance
911. Call 911 for an immediate emergency.
- Orangetown Police non emergency
845-359-3700. For police assistance that is not an emergency.
- Poison Help
1-800-222-1222. Get help for a suspected poisoning or harmful exposure.
- Mental health crisis support
Call or text 988. Connect with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
- Domestic violence and sexual assault support
845-634-3344. Center for Safety and Change operates a 24-hour hotline.
- Gas emergency
911 or 1-800-533-5325. Leave the area first, then call from a safe location. Follow Orange and Rockland gas-safety guidance.
Everyday services and new residents
Start here for household services, local paperwork and questions about your home.
- Town of OrangetownFind town departments, contacts, public notices and common resident services.
- Town Clerk licenses and permitsFind information about certificates, licenses and Pearl River municipal parking permits.
- Garbage and recyclingCheck the Town's collection and recycling guidance. Ordinary garbage collection is arranged through private carters.
- Highway DepartmentFind road, snow, recycling and highway drop-off information.
- Property and school taxesFind tax information and the Town's links for viewing or paying a bill.
- Building and zoningFind permit, inspection, planning and zoning information before starting work.
- Utility contactsUse the Town's utility directory to find the appropriate provider. Confirm service for your address.
- Consumer protectionFind guidance on contractor licensing, consumer rights and complaints.
- File a consumer complaintLearn how to raise a concern with Rockland County Consumer Protection.
Safety alerts and outages
For an immediate emergency call 911. Use these resources for official updates, preparedness and non-emergency information.
- Orangetown Police DepartmentFind department information and public-safety services.
- Rockland County emergency alertsCheck official emergency notices and warnings.
- Emergency preparedness and notificationsFind preparedness guidance, notification options and resources for residents with access or functional needs.
- Report an electric service issueReport or track an Orange and Rockland electric outage.
- Orange and Rockland outage mapCheck reported outages and restoration information.
- Pearl River weatherView the National Weather Service forecast for Pearl River, New York.
- Pearl River Ambulance CorpsLearn about the local ambulance corps and volunteer opportunities. For emergency dispatch call 911.
- Local fire departments and ambulance servicesFind the Town's directory of volunteer emergency-service organizations.
- Rabies and animal bite informationFollow County Health guidance on possible exposures, reporting and pet vaccination clinics.
- County Health contactsFind the correct department contact, including after-hours public-health reporting.
Schools childcare and learning
Find school information, childcare referrals, library services and learning opportunities for all ages.
- Pearl River School DistrictFind enrollment, district boundaries, school calendars, transportation and community programs. Check the district's boundary information for a particular address.
- Pearl River Public LibraryGet a library card, search the catalog and explore digital resources, technology help and museum passes.
- Library events calendarFind programs for children, teens and adults. Check the listing for the current venue and registration requirements.
- Child Care Resources of RocklandFind childcare referrals and information to help choose care for your family.
- Rockland County Youth BureauExplore youth development, employment and community-service programs.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension RocklandExplore youth, gardening, nutrition and environmental learning programs.
- Rockland Community CollegeExplore college programs, continuing education and student services.
- St Thomas Aquinas CollegeExplore local higher-education programs and college information.
- Dominican University New YorkExplore university programs and campus information.
- SUNY Empire State UniversityExplore flexible study and student-support options.
- Iona UniversityExplore regional university programs and campus information.
- LIU HudsonExplore graduate and professional programs in the region.
- Fordham University Westchester campusExplore regional graduate, professional and continuing-education programs.
- Rockland Teachers Center InstituteFind professional learning and continuing education for educators.
Transportation and parking
Plan a trip, find current schedules or explore accessible transportation. Check the operator's latest service alerts before traveling.
- Pearl River train stationFind Pascack Valley Line station information, trip-planning links and service alerts.
- Rockland public transportationCompare county and regional transportation options.
- Transport of Rockland busesFind TOR routes and current service information.
- TRIPS paratransitCheck eligibility, applications and booking information for paratransit service.
- Rockland CoachesCheck commuter bus routes and current service information.
- Municipal parking permitsCheck the Town Clerk listing in Everyday services and new residents.
Health and wellbeing
Find hospitals, public-health services and behavioral-health support. Hospital and office websites are for service information; call 911 in an emergency.
- Good Samaritan HospitalFind hospital services, location and patient information.
- Montefiore Nyack HospitalFind hospital services, patient information and current visitor guidance.
- County clinics and immunizationsCheck available public-health clinics and appointment instructions.
- Rockland County mental health servicesFind information about mental health, substance-use and developmental-disability services.
- Behavioral-health providers and resourcesUse the County's directory to find local support organizations.
- Center for Safety and ChangeFind support for people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and other crimes.
Food housing and financial assistance
If you need help with basic needs, these organizations can explain available programs and how to apply. Eligibility and availability vary by program.
- Rockland County Social ServicesStart here for assistance with food, shelter, medical care and other basic needs.
- Benefits and eligibility programsFind food, energy and housing-assistance information and application guidance.
- Social Services contacts and 211 referralsFind the appropriate program contact or community-resource referral service.
- Find food in Rockland CountyFind food pantries and meal programs through Rockland Community Against Hunger. Check the provider's current hours and requirements.
- Housing Choice Voucher informationCheck program information, application instructions and current notices.
- Housing information for older adultsExplore housing resources and contact individual properties about eligibility and availability.
Older adults disabilities and veterans
Find services for independent living, caregiving, accessibility and veterans' needs.
- Rockland County Office for the AgingFind programs, services and guidance for older adults and caregivers.
- NY ConnectsGet information about long-term services and support for people of different ages and abilities.
- Orangetown senior clubsFind local clubs and opportunities to connect.
- Office for People with DisabilitiesFind disability-related information, advocacy and resources.
- Developmental-disability resourcesFind county information and support resources for individuals and families.
- Rockland County Veterans Service AgencyFind assistance with veterans' benefits, services and questions.
- Accessible transportationSee TRIPS paratransit in Transportation and parking for eligibility and booking information.
Parks sports and local activities
Explore recreation programs, local history, public science and activities around the county.
- Orangetown Parks and RecreationFind recreation programs, facilities and registration information.
- Youth sports and recreation contactsFind the Town's directory of youth recreational organizations.
- Explore RocklandFind local attractions, events, dining and visitor information.
- Things to do in RocklandExplore outdoor activities, arts, history and family outings.
- Orangetown Historical Museum and ArchivesExplore local history, exhibits and museum information.
- Lamont Doherty Earth ObservatoryFind public science news and event information.
- Library programsSee the library events calendar in Schools childcare and learning.
Community groups events and volunteering
Meet neighbors, take part in local traditions or find a way to volunteer. Check each organizer's current dates, location and participation requirements.
- Pearl River Chamber of CommerceExplore Chamber news, local businesses and community-event information.
- Pearl River DayFind Chamber information about Pearl River Day. Check the current edition and organizer announcements before making plans.
- Pearl River Ancient Order of HiberniansFind local organization news, activities and cultural events.
- AOH events and parade updatesFind current AOH events and organizer updates. The St. Patrick's Day Parade is an annual local tradition; confirm the next parade's details with the organizer.
- Orangetown community organizationsFind local civic, cultural and service organizations.
- Volunteer opportunitiesExplore the Town's volunteer resources.
- Volunteer with local emergency servicesFind local fire and ambulance organizations in Safety alerts and outages.
- Pearl River Ambulance Corps volunteeringSee the corps listing in Safety alerts and outages for ways to get involved.
Jobs business and professional support
Find career support, business advice and resources for starting or growing a local business.
- Pearl River local business directoryBrowse local businesses through the Chamber directory.
- Rockland WorksFind employment, career-development and training resources for job seekers and employers.
- SCORE business mentoringFind business mentoring and workshops for entrepreneurs and small-business owners.
- Lower Hudson Valley Small Business Development CenterExplore business counseling, training and research through the SBDC at St. Thomas Aquinas College.
- Rockland County business resourcesFind county business-support organizations and programs.
- Join the Pearl River ChamberFind membership information and ways to connect with the local business community.
Pets and animal information
Find local licensing and public-health guidance for pets and animals.
- Dog licensingCheck the Town Clerk's requirements for a dog license.
- Orangetown dog parkRead park information and requirements before visiting.
- Rabies and pet vaccination informationSee the County rabies resource in Safety alerts and outages for public-health guidance and vaccination-clinic information.
- Orangetown Police non-emergency informationFor local animal-control questions, ask the department which agency handles the situation. Call 911 for an immediate threat to life or safety.
Government voting and local updates
Find official notices, public meetings, election information and ways to stay informed.
- Town of OrangetownSee the Town website in Everyday services and new residents for municipal departments, public notices and elected officials.
- Rockland County governmentFind county departments, services and official announcements.
- Town meeting calendarCheck meetings and calendar information published by the Town.
- Rockland County Board of ElectionsFind official election dates, voting information and results.
- Register to voteCheck voter-registration guidance and current deadlines.
- Town email updatesFind the Town's email-update signup.
- County news and alertsChoose county news and notification subscriptions.
About this guide
Services, hours, eligibility requirements and schedules can change. Confirm current details directly with the organization. This Chamber guide connects you with local resources and does not replace emergency services or professional advice.