Did you know that you have the right to challenge the decisions that are made by OPWDD, Social Security, Medicaid, private insurance, etc.? Waiver Eligibility/Waiver Service Denials Have you or […]
Continue Reading "RIGHTS PROMOTION MONTH: SERVICE DENIALS AND APPEALS"Comment on Section 504 To Keep Buildings Accessible The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued what is called a “direct final rule” on Section 504. This will eliminate a long-standing […]
Continue Reading "SECTION 504 COMMENTS DUE BY JUNE 16"Communication access ensures that a person receives information in ways they can understand: Using plain and preferred language, visuals, assistive technology, interpreters, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), etc. It’s […]
Continue Reading "RIGHTS PROMOTION MONTH: COMMUNICATION ACCESS FOR ALL!"A Response to CNN’s Article on the Return of the R-Word Last week, CNN published an article highlighting the alarming return of the R-word in media and public discourse. At […]
Continue Reading "WORDS MATTER. RESPECT MATTERS."We are excited to share a valuable resource for our community: ABLEnow, a national, tax-advantaged savings program designed specifically for people with disabilities. What is ABLEnow? ABLEnow accounts allow people […]
Continue Reading "NEW RESOURCE: EMPOWERING FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE WITH ABLENOW"The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) wants to hear from you! As part of the 2023-2027 OPWDD Strategic Plan, OPWDD is inviting the public to one of their […]
Continue Reading "OPWDD WANTS YOUR OPINION"Care Managers are dedicated to helping members and their families create opportunities and support systems that respect their individuality, preferences, needs, and values. The people we serve are the center […]
Continue Reading "RIGHTS PROMOTION MONTH: PERSON-CENTERED ENGAGEMENT"Explore LGBTQIA+ Events Across New York State At ACANY, we’re proud to celebrate Pride Month by uplifting the LGBTQIA+ community and honoring the vibrant intersection of identity, advocacy, and […]
Continue Reading "CELEBRATING PRIDE ACROSS NEW YORK: EVENTS, COMMUNITY, AND CONNECTION"Honoring Trailblazers During Pride Month In honor of Pride Month, we’re highlighting four trailblazers who live at the intersection of LGBTQIA+ identity and disability advocacy leaders whose work inspires inclusion, […]
Continue Reading "PRIDE IN ADVOCACY: CELEBRATING LGBTQIA+ VOICES CHAMPIONING THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY"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 […]
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