If you are a pet owner, you know what a huge role pets play in our lives. Pets are a great source of unconditional love, emotional support and many happy memories. In return we provide them with food, security and of course, love and companionship. The companionship between pet…
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 ReadingJuly 2020 To our Members and Families: We are pleased to celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of LIFEPlan CCO! We are proud of the work done in the past two years by LIFEPlan staff, our 70+ partner providers, and especially…
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 12…
Continue ReadingThis year, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the landmark law, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the dedicated and determined people who made it happen. We also recognize life is constantly changing and advocacy must continue to ensure equal…
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…
Continue ReadingThe time is now to resister to vote. With an estimated 35 million people with disabilities eligible to vote in 2020 now is the time to let your voice be heard! Click here for The American Association of People with…
Continue ReadingWhistleblower Responsibilities and Protections A whistleblower is a person who voluntarily provides information about dishonest or illegal activities occurring at an organization. Organizations include a government department, a public company or a private organization that bills Medicaid for services. Whistleblower…
Continue ReadingDid you know… The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990 by President George H.W. Bush? July 26, 2020 will be the ADA 30th Anniversary! What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? The…
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