This TV interview spotlights direct support professionals and the need for a living wage being pushed by the bFair2DirectCare coalition. 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...
New York has nearly 8,600 fewer active educators than it did five years ago, and the number of SUNY students majoring in education has dropped 50 percent since 2007. READ THE ARTICLE HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP...
The upending of normalcy during the worst tropical weather system ever to hit Houston is particularly hard on those 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...
It has become increasingly difficult for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to secure the residential placements they need to live safe, secure, and independent lives in their communities. Families are doing more to make people aware of this crisis and they need YOUR help....
Though the findings are considered preliminary, the results highlight how important it is for health care providers to include parents in their treatment of children with autism. READ THE ARTICLE HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS,...
MINIMUM WAGE SURVEY WEBINAR 8/16/17 VIDEO Click on the link below to play the video of Minimum Wage Survey Webinar. VIEW THE VIDEO HERE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION Click on the link below to view the PowerPoint Presentation. VIEW THE POWERPOINT HERE...
About 80 percent of curb cuts in NYC are not up to federal ADA standards even after $243 million in taxpayer funds were spent over the last 15 years to build new ramps, according to a recent study by a federal court monitor. READ THE ARTICLE...
OPWDD is moving forward with a new initiative aimed at enhancing care coordination for people with developmental disabilities. Acting Commissioner Delaney has announced a webinar on Monday, August 7 for individuals and families served through the OPWDD system. This online presentation will describe plans for...
The ACA repeal with the Medicaid cuts is very fluid with many nuances, rules and details. On July 25 the Senate voted narrowly to begin debate on a bill to repeal major provisions of the Affordable Care Act, but hours later, the Republican plan to replace President Barack...