MEMBER RELATIONS LIAISONS DROP-IN SESSION
Join the ACANY Member Relations Liaisons for a one-hour drop-in session where you can get your questions answered.
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TEMPLE GRANDIN’S DOCUMENTARY, “AN OPEN DOOR,” NOW STREAMING
A new documentary on one of the most well-known people with autism, Temple Grandin, is now available on most streaming platforms.
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ACANY’s Self-Advocates Group
Register to Attend This meeting is for members receiving services. If you are a parent or caregiver, we encourage you to participate in a Liaison Drop-In Session. Are you interested in connecting with other Self-Advocates? Would you like to…
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Provider Educational Webinars
Providers: Please join us for educational webinars to provide you a deeper understanding of IDD best practices.
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THE RETURN OF THE “R” WORD: SELF-ADVOCATES PERSPECTIVES
According to recent publications and growing concerns among advocacy groups, the use of the “R” word and other discriminatory language has alarmingly resurfaced in media, entertainment, and everyday conversations.
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35th ANNIVERSARY OF ADA SIGNING
July 26, 2025, is the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a transformative law that continues to shape a more inclusive and accessible world.
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Member and Family Forums
Forums are held monthly on topics of interest to Members, families, and those in the IDD community. Members are notified via the Member Enews.
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New Member Orientation
New Members and their families can attend to learn what to expect in the first 90 days of Care Management services.
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MEMBER SHARES HOW HE OVERCAME HIS FEAR
Trevor is a member of LIFEPlan who uses a letterboard to communicate. He wrote a blog about how he is working on overcoming his fears.
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Olmstead Plan Listening Sessions
New York State is working on a new Olmstead Plan, which is a plan that helps make sure people with disabilities can live in the communities they choose, and with the supports they need.
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