June has been declared Rights Promotion Month by our CCO. It is a time to celebrate empowerment, dignity, and the voices of those we serve. Care Managers play a vital role in educating members about their rights and supporting them in exercising those rights. The Member Relations team is committed to assisting Care Managers to ensure that no member is denied their civil or legal rights due to an intellectual and/or developmental disability diagnosis. Every member deserves to be treated with the same respect and dignity afforded to others, regardless of race, religion, national origin, age, gender, ethnic background, primary language, sexual orientation, developmental or other disabilities, or health conditions such as HIV infection.
COMING SOON: MEMBER ART GALLERY
Get Ready to Submit Your Art 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 medium they prefer to work in. Submissions will be accepted soon. …
Continue Reading →INTRODUCING THE CARE MANAGEMENT IMPACT SERIES
Celebrating the Meaningful Connections That Drive Our Work 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. Over the past few months, our team has met with care managers, members, and families across New York State to hear their stories firsthand.…
Continue Reading →RECOGNIZING CAREGIVERS
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. At ACANY, we recognize the dedication and sacrifice it takes to care for a loved one with a disability. We see it through working with the amazing members and families who receive…
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