Show of strength
Powerlifter Angel Athenas won four gold medals as a Special Olympics athlete, rising above adversity despite her start in life.
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When a Care Manager is notified of an internal incident, they need specific details to report the incident to the Justice Center accurately.
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We must continue to advocate
CEO Nick Cappoletti was the keynote speaker for the Annual Family Support Conference hosted by the Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council.
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Communication changes for Members
The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) has ended, which means how ACANY works and communicates with Members will change. So here is some important information to know.
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Creating “artability” among those with disabilities
Member Erich Preis believes that being on the autism spectrum shouldn’t exclude you from expressing yourself with art.
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Care Manager comes to the rescue
David’s mother, Luz, was admitted unexpectedly to the hospital with complications from COVID. His Care Manager was there to help.
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CCO Enrollment Process
Have questions about the CCO enrollment process? Here's how those in the IDD community enroll with a Coordinated Care Organization (CCO).
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Service Authorization Requests
All eligible Members who wish to receive OPWDD HCBS waiver services must receive authorization from their local Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO) before a service can be rendered.
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Judith Heumann
Judith “Judy” Heumann was the mother of the disability rights movement. You may not know her whole story. Her legacy is deep.
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The Life Plan: Its Process and Importance
We recognize that providers often have questions regarding Life Plans and the Life Plan development process.
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