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Advocacy Center

At the Center for Family Support, we want to ensure everyone we support has the tools they need to be strong self-advocates. Self-advocacy essentially means speaking up for yourself and making sure your life is lived how you want.

You can use the links and documents in this Advocacy Center as a starting point in your journey towards self-advocacy. If you have questions or want to learn more, reach out to our Innovative Planning and Advocacy Department at InnovativeTeam@cfsny.org.

Advocate Tools 

Become a Meeting Champion

CFS Employment Services Information

  • Empowering Abilities PowerPoint
  • Our Service Offerings Word Document 

CFS PowerPoint Presentations 

  • Autism Acceptance Month Information
  • Personal Autonomy Workbook

One Page Word Document

Person Centered Forms

  • CFS Personal Centered Discovery Form
  • CQL Person Centered Plan
  • One Page Word Document
  • When Do I Want Support? Flyer

Personal Outcome Measures

  • CFS Personal Outcome Measures Interviews

Your Rights

  • CFS Grievance (Unfairness) Policy and Procedures
  • Human Rights Education 
  • Decision Making Steps Flyer
  • When Do I want Support? Flyer

Personal Autonomy Video

Resources

Accessibility

  • NY Public Library Accessibility

Activities

  • Talking Book Library – NYPL

Advocacy

  • Effective Advocacy Tips from NYS Justice Center

ABLE

  • About ABLE Accounts
  • Who is Eligible for ABLE Account
  • How Do I Open an ABLE Account

Budgets 

Financial Opportunities

  • NYC Civic Engagement Commission Brochure
  • NYS Program to Hire Individuals with Disabilities

Information

  • Financial Education Presentation
  • NYS Law for Workers with Disabilities

Informative Resources

  • ASAN – What is Structural Racism?
  • Cerebral Palsy Guide
  • Personal Privacy on the Internet

My Rights Resources

  • 12 Self-Advocacy Skills
  • 30 Basic Human Rights List
  • Fire Safety Videos
  • Human Rights Education Presentation (English & Spanish)
  • Know Your Rights Brochure
  • Learn About Supported Decision-Making
  • OPWDD Occupancy Guidelines
  • Person First Language Flyer (SANYS)

New York State Justice Center

  • Main Website
  • Support Material for Individuals, Families & Providers

Guardianship

  • Guardianship PowerPointGuardianship PowerPoint

Guardianship Video – NY Alliance

Voting Information

  • New Jersey Voter Information
  • Voting Rights Guide by DRNY

Wheelchair Repair and Cleaning Information

  • Wheelchair Repair and Cleaning

Support Circle 

Children Programs

  • Programs for Children at McCarren Park

Support Staff (DSP) 

  • DSP Talk Podcast

Advocacy News and Information

2024 Advocate Of The Year: Jackie

March 11, 2025 No Comments

From CFS Participant to Advocacy Powerhouse: How Jackie is Shaping the Future Jacquera—affectionately known as…

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Celebrating Kim’s Retirement: 20 Years Transforming Lives at CFS

January 14, 2025 No Comments

After two incredible decades as a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) at CFS, Kim is…

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Jeff's Incredible Story

Around the world, ahead of the curve, and on top of it all—Jeff’s incredible story

January 9, 2025 No Comments

Jeff is not shy. He is all about new adventures, his passion for advocating for…

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NJ Advocacy Halloween Bash

November 19, 2024 No Comments

The NJ Advocacy Halloween Bash was a success! This event, held at Hackensack Day Program,…

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Wear Pink and Make a Difference!​

October 25, 2024 No Comments

On October 18th and October 25th, we encourage all employees to wear pink to work. By wearing pink,…

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Rosa Featured

Conquering Comfort Zones with Courage: Rosa’s Inspiring 28-Year Journey with CFS

October 1, 2024 No Comments

Rosa is a soft spoken but confident and inspiring Direct Support Professional (DSP) at CFS….

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