CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
This Black History Month, LIFEPlan CCO proudly recognizes the powerful impact Black leaders have had on disability rights and advocacy.
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OPWDD Launches the 2025–2026 National Core Indicators In Person Survey
More than 2,000 adults across New York State, aged 18 and older, will be invited to take part in a survey about OPWDDs services they receive.
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HELP SHAPE NEW YORK’S FUTURE OF ACCESSIBLE OUTDOOR RECREATION
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has released an important draft policy that could make New York’s outdoor spaces more accessible for people with mobility disabilities.
Continue ReadingSTATE BUDGET UPDATE: WHAT DOES IT MEANS FOR IDD SERVICES?
Earlier this week Governor Kathy Hochul released her proposed FY 2027 Executive Budget.
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VIRTUAL SUMMIT 2026
ACANY and LIFEPlan CCO Provider Relations is hosting a virtual summit designed to empower leaders and professionals across the IDD field.
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Meet Ellen & Kayla: Living Independently, On Her Own Terms
Ellen’s journey to independent living is a powerful example of what person-centered care looks like in action.
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EMPOWERING FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE WITH ABLENOW
ABLEnow, a national, tax-advantaged savings program designed specifically for people with disabilities. What is ABLEnow? ABLEnow accounts allow people to save and invest money without jeopardizing their eligibility for certain […]
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SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH THIS WINTER
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, many of us experience poor mental health.
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CITY BOY GONE COUNTRY
For James, the move from New York City to Poughkeepsie was a leap toward independence and opportunity.
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CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Meet Andy and Learn How He’s Flourishing in His Community
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