The#bFair2DirectCare Coalition is keeping the issue of funding a reasonable wage for direct care workers in the public eye, but the Governor must make this issue a [priority in his budget amendments. See the stories below for more on the issue and the campaign in the...
A new paper finds that for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), first impressions are less favorable than those of their neurotypical peers, with potentially isolating consequences. READ MORE HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS, and...
Lack of funding means agencies are operating with smaller staff and that is limiting program offerings. SEE THE STORY HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS, and do not necessarily reflect the views of CP of NYS,...
The video at the link below gives the viewer a glimpse into what it takes to be a direct support professional working with people with developmental disabilities. This is a very demanding and rewarding career that takes a great deal of training. Recent increases in...
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Clemson University establishes soccer residency program for students with disabilities. READ THE ARTICLE HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS, and do not necessarily reflect the views of CP of NYS, its Board of Directors and staff,...
Below is a link to an opinion piece by Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara READ MORE HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS, and do not necessarily reflect the views of CP of NYS, its Board of Directors and...
After a very quick look at the Governor’s 2017-2018 New York State Budget proposal that was released late last night, following are some highlights of interest. We will provide further details as they become available. READ THE FULL HIGHLIGHTS HERE The Budget Documents are all available at...
The #bFair2DirectCare Coalition has issued a Statement on the Governor’s failure to include New funding for Direct Care Workers in the Executive Budget. “#bFair2DirectCare could not have been clearer in what’s needed in this year’s budget to help direct care workers achieve a living wage –...
About three dozen demonstrators representing the bFair2DirectCare Coalition gathered in front of the Governor’s Mansion in Albany today to remind the Governor and the leaders of the New York State Legislature of the need to fund a wage increase for direct care staff working for...