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Melissa Hanna Named DSP of the Year
The Self-Advocacy Association of New York State, Inc. (SANYS) honored Melissa Hanna for her many accomplishments as a Direct Support Professional. Melissa was selected as the “2021 New York State Direct Support Professional Of the Year”. Melissa works within the...
Cambria Staff Recognized at 60th Birthday Celebration for Dedicated Service
Members of our Cambria staff recently attended a 60th birthday brunch celebration in honor of Marie Lourdes Charles, the mother of one of our residents Brian Charles. The party was held January 27th at The Adria Hotel in Bayside Queens, New York. During the event, the...
Sharon Davis – Celebrating 20 Years of Service
For more than 20 years, The Center for Family Support (CFS) opened Group Homes in the state of New Jersey. Their mission is committed to providing support and assistance to individuals with developmental and related disabilities, and to the family members who care for...
Congratulations to Employee of the Year Donna Vandyke!
Donna Vandyke has been with The Center for Family Support since 2001. She began working as a DSP at the Lincoln Park group home and was promoted to Group Home Manager for the Nutley group in 2007. Throughout the years Donna has continuously demonstrated her dedication...
Staff Recognition for Monette
Since beginning her career with CFS in early 2018, Monette (affectionately known as “Moe” to everyone she works with) has become an asset to the Bryant Residence. Moe takes initiative during every day and emergency situations to ensure the safety of our residents. She...
Staff Recognition for Jay
Jen’nelle also known as “Jay” started with The Center for Family Support (CFS) in June 2017 and has won the hearts of residents at Bryant Avenue. He has shown an excellent work ethic and is dedicated to the people he serves. Jay is all about working together as a team...
Staff Recognition for Rosemary
Rosemary has been providing Community Habilitation services to Wasiq for the past decade. She has been a constant source of support in his life and this has fostered a strong bond with both Wasiq as well as with his mother. Rosemary will accommodate unforeseen...
Staff Recognition for Direct Support Professional Laila
Music is very important to our resident Tianna, and she especially enjoys going to concerts to see her favorite bands perform. Tianna has developed a particularly nice relationship with her Direct Support Professional, Laila. So, when Tianna expressed her desire to...
Staff Recognition for Donna
During the year, Donna gets Kieran off the bus after school. They work on goals to increase his communication skills and independence at home and in the community. They also work on socialization goals. Donna takes Kieran to his dances, sports, and other events. They...
Staff Recognition for Direct Support Professional Dorcas
Dorcas works as a Direct Support Professional in our Crotona Residence. She is kind, compassionate, and patient. Dorcas demonstrates the ability to effectively teach skills to the individuals she supports because she takes the time to get to know them and to seek out...