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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ACA/NY Staff Donate 200 Pounds of Food!
According to Feeding America’s ‘Map the Meal Gap’ study released earlier this year, 1 in 10 people in New York face hunger and 1 in 7 are children.
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As a renter, you have the right to live in safe, clean-living conditions. Know your rights as a renter with these resources.
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Voting Rights for People with IDD
Your Vote Counts! OPWDD is committed to ensuring that voting rights are upheld for the people we serve with disabilities.
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Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Collaborates with Stakeholders; Service Providers to Set Key Agency Priorities.
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Commissioner Neifeld Commemorates Willowbrook Mile
Commissioner Kerri Neifeld commemorates the 35th anniversary of the closing of Willowbrook and the opening of the Willowbrook Mile.
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Energy and Internet Savings Programs
Save money on monthly bills! Check out these bill credit opportunities for utilities and internet.
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Addiction Awareness for Families of People with IDD
Helping a loved one through an addiction is never an easy thing to do. Families are a huge part of a person’s recovery.
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LGBTQ and People with Disabilities
Celebrating LGBTQ Month This month communities celebrate LGBTQ Pride. The LGBT community, also referred to as LGBTQ+, GLBT, or gay, is a loosely defined group of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and […]
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The 5.07 Plan in Plain English
The 5.07 Planning Process Section 5.07 of New York State Mental Hygiene Law requires OPWDD to make a five-year plan for providing services. This plan sets goals for improving supports […]
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