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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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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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: DORIAN
Learn about Dorian, a driven high school junior and Chief of JROTC. With the support of her Care Manager and family, she’s preparing for a bright future filled with independence, travel, and career aspirations.
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CELEBRATING MEMBER MILESTONES
Meet Our LIFEPlan Graduates! Help us celebrate the achievements of two outstanding members who have reached exciting milestones in their educational journeys.
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SAM’S BOOK SIGNING
We were honored to be part of Samantha VanAlstyne’s first in store book signing at Barnes & Noble in Kingston, N.Y, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Not only did Sam get to share her books “Hi, I’m Sam” and “Sam Wants to…
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Member Spotlight: Sam VanAlstyne
Samantha-Marie VanAlstyne is a disabled content creator and author of “Hi, I’m Sam” and “Sam Wants to Get Married.” She’s never let her disabilities get in her way. Recently, she competed in Ms. Wheelchair New York 2025, where she placed…
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CELEBRATING DIFFERENCES: KITTY CONE
Cone Was an Advocate for Equality and Disability Rights Kitty Cone was a disability rights activist who had muscular dystrophy. She was heavily involved with the disability rights movement of the 1970s. Cone is widely recognized as a key leader…
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Celebrating Women and Their Achievements International Women’s Day has been around since 1911, with the goal of bringing about equality for women. For over 100 years, March 8 has been a day to celebrate diversity, equitability, and inclusivity, especially the…
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Member Success Story
Care Managers and Providers Working Together “I thought that CCOs were all about the paperwork, but Kari proved that it was about caring.” Judy Jarosch, Intake Coordinator, Arc Chemung. Judy Jarosch, Intake Coordinator at the Arc Chemung Schuyler, shared the…
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