Meet Ellen & Kayla: Living Independently, On Her Own Terms
Ellen’s journey to independent living is a powerful example of what person-centered care looks like in action.
Continue Reading "Meet Ellen & Kayla: Living Independently, On Her Own Terms"Ellen’s journey to independent living is a powerful example of what person-centered care looks like in action.
Continue Reading "Meet Ellen & Kayla: Living Independently, On Her Own Terms"ABLEnow, a national, tax-advantaged savings program designed specifically for people with disabilities. What is ABLEnow? ABLEnow accounts allow people to save and invest money without jeopardizing their eligibility for certain […]
Continue Reading "EMPOWERING FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE WITH ABLENOW"Providers: Please join us for educational webinars to provide you a deeper understanding of IDD best practices.
Continue Reading "Provider Educational Webinars"As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, many of us experience poor mental health.
Continue Reading "SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH THIS WINTER"For James, the move from New York City to Poughkeepsie was a leap toward independence and opportunity.
Continue Reading "CITY BOY GONE COUNTRY"Meet Andy and Learn How He’s Flourishing in His Community
Continue Reading "CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES"As temperatures drop, heating your home becomes essential—but for many families, it’s also a financial challenge. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is here to help.
Continue Reading "HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM"As the year is coming to a close, we will once again be holding the ACANY Member Virtual Art Gallery. The virtual art gallery was created to allow members to a safe space to showcase their artistic talents in whatever…
Continue Reading "CALLING ALL ARTISTS!"The “Know Your Rights” page on dos.ny.gov is designed to provide New York State residents—especially immigrants—with essential resources and guidance to protect their rights and access vital services.
Continue Reading "NEW KNOW YOUR RIGHTS GUIDANCE"We are proud to launch the Care Management Impact Series, a new video and blog initiative that highlights the incredible work happening every day within our organizations.
Continue Reading "INTRODUCING THE CARE MANAGEMENT IMPACT SERIES"
ACANY and LIFEPlan CCO Provider Relations is hosting a virtual summit designed to empower leaders and professionals across the IDD field. This event will spotlight emerging practices, innovative models, leadership strategies, and clinical insights that strengthen programs and improve outcomes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex behavioral health needs. Click here to read more about the presentations listed below:
• Presenter: Erik Jacobson, Ph.D. “Turning the Corner: A Practical Path from Crisis to Stability in Residential Care”
• Presenter: John M. Guercio, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, NADD-CC “Staff Training in Adult Services Setting: Key Components to Facilitate Safety and Skill Acquisition”
• Presenter: Dr. Benjamin Margolis “The Devil’s in the Details: Avoiding Pitfalls & Errors in Medical Care”
• Presenter: Holly Brown, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC “Uncovering the Hidden Causes: Medical Screening as the First Step in Managing Interfering Behaviors”
• Presenter: Karyn Harvey, Ph.D. “Trauma Informed Support for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities”