Ms. Lynn Delmato, Community Habilitation Specialist on Long Island, was awarded the Roger Gatke Direct Support Professional Leadership Award at NYSACRA’s 2015 Conference in Riverhead, NY on November 12. The day, hosted at the beautiful Atlantis Aquarium Banquet, began with keynote speaker Dr. Michael Fowlin. His engaging performance focused on perspective as he slipped in
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Winston Alexander – Independent Living
Winston Alexander, lived at the Hale IRA in Brooklyn, since 2009. Winston is a very independent man, who maintains a level of productivity & cleanliness. Winston always preferred to live within his own space. He has kept steady employment, and has an active social life. It was assessed & determined that Winston was ready &
Read moreStaff Recognition Luncheon
On Thursday May 5th, the New Jersey Employee Recognition Luncheon was held at The Graycliff in Moonachie, NJ. This event honors the great work being done by the New Jersey staff. Awards were presented to the staff who had been nominated for Employee of the Month throughout the year, as well as recognizing employees who
Read moreDirect Support Professionals Recognition Week
Every day the Direct Support Professionals at The Center for Family Support perform exemplary work on behalf of the individuals with developmental disabilities and their families we support. Their hard work and dedication have helped individuals and families in innumerable ways. Because of their efforts many of our individuals now have jobs. Because of their
Read moreDAMON POSTELL: SUPPORTING LENIN TO FIND HIS VOICE
At The Center for Family Support (CFS), we have so many valuable and dedicated Direct Support Professionals, that it is an honor to recognize them for their greatness. One remarkable story we would like to share, is that of DSP Damon Postell. Damon has been a conscientious worker for 12 years, during which time his
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