Below is an Important ‘Action Alert’ From the New York Alliance for Inclusion & Innovation. Please Contact the Governor to Oppose the 20% Withhold of I/DD Funding THE ISSUE: The NYS Division of Budget (DOB) has directed state agencies to withhold 20% of funding to providers for certain non-Medicaid programs. THE ADVOCACY: Please contact the
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Voting Rights for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
The National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (also known as “The Motor Voter Act”) made it easier for all Americans, regardless of ability, to exercise their fundamental right to vote. The Motor Voter Act requires all offices of State-funded programs that are primarily engaged in providing services to persons with disabilities to provide all program
Read moreCFS’ Self-Directed Services Team Conducts Family Meeting
The Center for Family Support (CFS)’s Self-Directed Services Team conducted a “Family Meeting” on Friday, July 10th via Zoom and reviewed Individual Directed Goods and Services. The meeting was recorded and is now available for viewing. Watch Below the “Family Meeting” Held by CFS’ Self-Directed Services Team CLICK HERE to Learn More About CFS’ Self-Directed
Read moreJuly 8th, is New York City’s first Get Tested Day of Action!
FREE COVID-19 tests are confidential and safe. Go to NYC.Gov/COVIDTest or text “COVID TEST” to 855-48 to find a testing site near you. Getting tested is safe and by getting tested, you are helping to keep your loved ones safe! Get tested even if you do not have symptoms or are unsure if you were exposed to COVID-19. And
Read moreGroup Homes: Sustaining Protection and Purpose for Those With Disabilities
Originally Published By ROI-NJ Op-Ed By Steven Vernikoff, Center for Family Support When I started at the Center for Family Support over 25 years ago, we were just beginning to understand the possibilities of community-based, person-centered services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Part of that challenge was learning to be open-minded about what
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