Nadine Daley, the Coordinator of Innovative Planning for CFS, was recently interviewed by Autism Radio, a Non Profit 501 (c) (3) organization that is committed to making a difference in the Autism Community. Autism Radio is broadcasted over 21 radio stations in the United States and on stations across the globe, in countries such as
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Bronx Resident with Developmental Disabilities Receives Promotion
For the past 4 years, Tyrone Quick, has traveled first by bus and then two subway rides to get to his job in maintenance from his Highbridge neighborhood apartment in the Bronx. To Tyrone, the work he does for the McDonald’s on 241st St. is important, as a clean restaurant is a busy restaurant. Recently
Read moreWorkshop for Adults with Disabilities Features Voter Training
On Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at 6:00PM, personnel from the Union County Division of Elections will attend a Self-Advocates’ meeting at The Center for Family Support’s (CFS) Day Program site, located at 2333 Morris Ave., Suite D-107 in Union. The Self-Advocates will have the chance to cast their votes on an actual voting machine that
Read moreMarine Park Resident, Larry Plotnick – Independent and Optimistic
Fondly referred to as the “Mayor of Marine Park”, Larry Plotnick has been a resident here for 42 years. He enjoys the beautiful park and inlet across the street from his co-op building and has made many friends in the neighborhood. On his daily walk to the coffee shop and Lotto store, UPS drivers, mail
Read moreBrooklyn Resident Receives Bernard Carabello Humanitarian Award as NY Self-Advocate of the Year
Boyd Brown, who resides in the East New York section of Brooklyn, has been chosen to receive The 2017 Bernard Carabello Humanitarian Award as New York State’s Self-Advocate of the Year. The award, named for one of the first in the field of self-advocacy, Bernard Carabello, symbolizes what can be accomplished with determination and purpose.
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