November is National Family Caregivers Month. This month is dedicated to honoring and supporting the millions of individuals who care for people facing illness, disability, or aging-related needs.
Continue Reading "RECOGNIZING CAREGIVERS"When the federal government suspends operations, there can be an impact on some federal benefits and services.
Continue Reading "HOW THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN MAY AFFECT YOU"SNAP is an essential program that provides benefits to low-income households to help them pay for food.
Continue Reading "URGE CONGRESS TO FUND SNAP"Forums are held monthly on topics of interest to Members, families, and those in the IDD community. Members are notified via the Member Enews.
Continue Reading "Member and Family Forums"The 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026 will have a direct impact on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in New York State.
Continue Reading "SSA ANNOUNCES COLA INCREASE FOR 2026"New Members and their families can attend to learn what to expect in the first 90 days of Care Management services.
Continue Reading "New Member Orientation"At 13 years old, Kenley Jordan is living a vibrant life surrounded by friends, family, and her favorite hobbies.
Continue Reading "Kenley’s Journey: Independence Through Assistive Technology"The New York State Police have introduced the Autism Awareness Visor Card Program to support safer, clearer communication between law enforcement and individuals with autism.
Continue Reading "AUTISM AWARENESS VISOR CARD PROGRAM"Brendan’s Journey at the Westchester Institute for Human Development Sometimes discovering your own potential just takes a little bit of support. That is the purpose of Supported Employment (SEMP) programs […]
Continue Reading "SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT, SELF-ADVOCACY, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT"Are you interested in connecting with other Self-Advocates? Would you like to be a part of the LIFEPlan Self-Advocates' community?
Continue Reading "ACANY’s Self-Advocates Group"
