Your Vote Counts
We are committed to ensuring that voting rights are upheld for the people we serve and that every person is given the opportunity to register to vote.
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CEO NICK CAPOLETTI TESTIFIES AT ASSEMBLY HEARING
At a recent New York State Assembly Public Hearing on Access to Residential Placements, state leaders, advocates, and providers came together to address the growing need for housing and support services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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HOME-ENABLING SUPPORTS
OPWDD has announced that eight not-for-profit service providers have been approved to deliver Home-Enabling Supports (HES) services to people with IDD.
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HOUSING, SERVICES, AND YOUR VOICE: SHARE IDEAS THROUGH EXPRESS NY
Finding a home is more than just securing an address. It’s about comfort, belonging, and community.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: STEPHEN
Stephen is living proof that determination and support can turn goals into reality.
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Beautifully Different: Claire’s Story of Mentorship, Advocacy, and Finding Her True Self
We believe that every member’s journey is powerful, and Claire’s story is a beautiful example of resilience, purpose, and self-advocacy in action.
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OPWDD SHARES GUIDANCE ON IMMIGRATION POLICY CHANGES
The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities has issued guidance in response to recent federal immigration policy changes that may affect people with developmental disabilities, their families, and service providers.
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CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
This Black History Month, ACANY proudly recognizes the powerful impact Black leaders have had on disability rights and advocacy.
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OPWDD Launches the 2025–2026 National Core Indicators In Person Survey
More than 2,000 adults across New York State, aged 18 and older, will be invited to take part in a survey about OPWDDs services they receive.
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HELP SHAPE NEW YORK’S FUTURE OF ACCESSIBLE OUTDOOR RECREATION
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has released an important draft policy that could make New York’s outdoor spaces more accessible for people with mobility disabilities.
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