Self Directed Services On March 31, 2021, LIFEPlan hosted a educational webinar with a focus on self-directed services. This webinar was presented by Kristin Kukula and Olivia Layton of Advocates, Inc., Lindsey Sprague, LIFEPlan Care Management Program Coordinator and Amanda Barnes, parent and Member & Family Advisory Council…
Continue ReadingTalking to Your Child About Autism They say that what you say to your kids when they are little becomes their inner voice when they are older. The message I hope to convey to my daughter is that your differences…
Continue ReadingTraining on Aging and Dementia in Adults with IDD LIFEPlan Care Managers and Supervisors participated in the first of a four-part training series on Aging and Dementia in Adults with IDD. This series is offered in partnership with the Kennedy Willis…
Continue ReadingLIFEPlan 2020 Impact: Annual Report March marked a grim milestone for all of us. A full year had passed since the COVID-19 shutdown started in New York State. Without a doubt, 2020 was a year none of us expected. It…
Continue ReadingDDPC Quick Guides: Tools for Independence Looking for tools to help you gain independence? If you would like to learn more about self-determination, empowerment, and independence for you or someone you know with an intellectual and/or developmental disability? Please continue…
Continue ReadingThe SUNY Empire State College recently announced its plans for a statewide Center for Autism Inclusivity. The first of its kind, fully autism supportive college, is a collaborative effort between SUNY Empire State College and the Anderson Center for Autism.…
Continue ReadingDay Service Retainer Program- Last Eligible Day for Claiming is July 21, 2020 To: Day Habilitation, Prevocational Services and Community Habilitation Providers that have opted to participate in the OPWDD Day Service Retainer Program Please note: this guidance does not…
Continue ReadingJuly is Disability Pride Month in New York. It’s very fitting since we also celebrate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. When I recently posted on social media about Disability Pride Month, someone commented, “Why am I supposed to…
Continue ReadingMillions of Americans are receiving a stimulus payment from the federal government. For people with disabilities, this payment may count as an asset and reduce means-tested benefits unless it is spent or put into an ABLE savings account within…
Continue ReadingInterim Guidance on Home Visits, Community Outings, Day Services and Return to Residences After Extended Home Visits Now Available Dear Friends and Colleagues: OPWDD is pleased to announce that guidance has been released, and posted on the OPWDD website, which…
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