Social Services Corner
Our Team Members:
School Social Worker – Katherine Griesmeyer
Hello and Welcome! I am Katherine Griesmeyer, the Social Worker for Cleary School for the Deaf. I graduated from Fordham University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Through the course of my career, I have been given the opportunity to work within a variety of settings and with a variety of people including children through adults, substance abuse prevention and treatment, families, and Special Education. I joined the Cleary family in April of 2021. As a mom of three young children I understand how difficult life can be, especially these last few years.
“ I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you”. If you or your family is in need of support, please feel free to reach out. All the best!
(631) 224-2005 Ext. 6256
Daniel Paratore, Ph.D, Psychologist
Dr Paratore is a licensed clinical psychologist and school psychologist in NYS. He has extensive experience working with persons with deafness/hearing loss and other special needs. At the Cleary School, Dan is responsible for evaluations, consultation, student and family support, and representation at the Committee for Special Education (CSE). Dan has been a member of the Cleary team since 2007 and enjoys supporting students, teachers and families. He especially likes to learn the success stories of many of our high school graduates!
(631) 224-2005 Ext. 6254
Helpful Sites
Parent Support
- Teaching your Kids it’s OK to Fail
- LI Parenting Institute
- Guidance on Social Emotional Benchmarks
- Sesame Street in the Communities
- Assistance with NYS Social Programs
Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
NY Project Hope
Hispanic Counseling Center
Suffolk County Directory of Behavioral Health Services
Family Service League
FSL is a social service agency that provides support and security to our Long Island neighbors who need it most. From children and families to individuals and seniors. Services provided range from addiction services and treatment, housing and homeless services, mental health care, trauma and crisis counseling, training and employment, children and family services and support. Please follow the link below to their website:
Family Service League Website