Come join us at our next advocacy meeting!!! Dates: Wednesday May 9, July 11, Sept 12 & Nov 14 Time: 5pm-7pm Location: Hillside Public Library Second Floor Modular Conference Room Address: 155 Lakeville Road New Hyde Park, NY 11040 MUST RSVP to Debra Powers DPOWERS2@CFSNY.ORG Strong Island Voices May 2018 Strong Island Voices July 2018
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Career Week 2018
The Center for Family Support will be conducting a week long hiring of all Direct Support Professionals, Residence Managers and Registered Nurses. Qualified candidates will be interviewed on the spot for vacant positions. Direct Support Professionals: Community Habilitation positions available (no driver’s license) needed**Group Home (Valid NYS Driver’s license for 1-year group home only) positions
Read moreEverything You Need to Know About Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious cause of death and disability in the United States. Even though statistics indicate TBIs are factors in approximately 30% of all injury-related deaths, many Americans are not aware of the prevalence and impact of these injuries. Review the following most frequently asked questions about TBI to familiarize yourself
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The 2018 NY Alliance Conference, “Power of the Past, Force for our Future” took place April 11th-13th at The Sagamore Hotel in Bolton Landing, NY. Steven Vernikoff, Executive Director of The Center for Family Support, was one of the presenters for a session entitled “Utilizing Personal Outcomes to Improve Person Centered Planning and Supports”. This
Read moreYour Guide to Respite Care
Caring for someone with disabilities can be overwhelming. Parents and loved ones are committed for the long term, but sometimes the best thing they can do is turn routine care over for a brief period and allow themselves to recharge. Respite care involves allowing someone else to step in for anywhere from a few hours
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