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United Helpers Behavioral Health and Life Skills
Residential Habilitation
100 Ford St.
Ogdensburg NY, 13669
Ogdensburg NY, 13669
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 24 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Safety precautions taken such as alternate seating, disinfecting after every run, wearing of masks etc.
Safety precautions taken such as alternate seating, disinfecting after every run, wearing of masks etc.
Other Considerations:
Please visit their website for updates at www.unitedhelpers.org
Please visit their website for updates at www.unitedhelpers.org
Program Contact Info
Colleen Aldridge, Director of Residential Services
(315) 393-3072
Northeast Special Recreation
Respite
63 Bradhurst Ave
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Reopening Date: 7/6/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation is provided for some of the trips. For example, a group is going up to the Catskills for a railroad trip.
Transportation is provided for some of the trips. For example, a group is going up to the Catskills for a railroad trip.
Other Considerations:
The main site is located within a park. The program currently has groups meeting at parks and at various locations in the community for outdoor activities. Summer camp just ended. Starting in September, on Thursdays they will be at Leonard Park in Mount Kisco. Activities will be outdoors until it is too cold. There is also a gym located there. Another group will be going to Mount Pleasant Community Center on Thursdays. A group attends New Castle Community Center on Saturdays. the program is working on reserving space at the park where the program operates in Hawthorne for a cooking class. The program doesn't know if the bowling alley will open up again, so that is TBD. There were some other ideas such as doing a fitness Boot Camp program.
The main site is located within a park. The program currently has groups meeting at parks and at various locations in the community for outdoor activities. Summer camp just ended. Starting in September, on Thursdays they will be at Leonard Park in Mount Kisco. Activities will be outdoors until it is too cold. There is also a gym located there. Another group will be going to Mount Pleasant Community Center on Thursdays. A group attends New Castle Community Center on Saturdays. the program is working on reserving space at the park where the program operates in Hawthorne for a cooking class. The program doesn't know if the bowling alley will open up again, so that is TBD. There were some other ideas such as doing a fitness Boot Camp program.
Program Contact Info
Ellie Arneman, Executive Director
(914) 347-4419
Program Site Location
(See below notes)
NY,
(See below notes)
NY,
Aurora of CNY
Supported Employment
518 James Street
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary depending on job
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
SEMP Services do not transport.
SEMP Services do not transport.
Other Considerations:
LIFEPLan has 1 person that receives SEMP services through this agency. They did not have to stop providing services during the pause. It did look a little different for awhile. They didn't see members in person but still continued services through phone and video. Therefore, no safety plan or "re-opening " plan needed to be submitted. They are now seeing members in person as the sites allow. This began 1 month ago. They are accepting referral but the member needs to have hearing deficits.
LIFEPLan has 1 person that receives SEMP services through this agency. They did not have to stop providing services during the pause. It did look a little different for awhile. They didn't see members in person but still continued services through phone and video. Therefore, no safety plan or "re-opening " plan needed to be submitted. They are now seeing members in person as the sites allow. This began 1 month ago. They are accepting referral but the member needs to have hearing deficits.
Program Contact Info
Charlotte Ashworth, Program Assistant of SEMP
(315) 422-7263
Nicholas Center
Prevocational Services
382 Main St
Port Washington NY, 11050
Port Washington NY, 11050
Reopening Date: 9/14/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
The program would like to be able to provide transportation, but this has not been confirmed yet.
The program would like to be able to provide transportation, but this has not been confirmed yet.
Other Considerations:
The program was supposed to open in April but this was delayed. Program is planning to reopen in September 14. Program is currently waiting for OPWDD approvals. Pre-Vocational and Comm hab services are offered. The Port Washington program is open. The Westchester program is going to be in Pleasantville, but location not confirmed yet. The program doesn't know if they are expanding yet, but there is an application on website for people who are interested.
The program was supposed to open in April but this was delayed. Program is planning to reopen in September 14. Program is currently waiting for OPWDD approvals. Pre-Vocational and Comm hab services are offered. The Port Washington program is open. The Westchester program is going to be in Pleasantville, but location not confirmed yet. The program doesn't know if they are expanding yet, but there is an application on website for people who are interested.
Program Contact Info
Daniel Barone, Director
(914) 374-1494
Program Site Location
TBD
Pleasantville NY, 10570
TBD
Pleasantville NY, 10570
CHDFS, INC
Community Habilitation
1 Blue Hill Plaza
Pearl River NY, 10965
Pearl River NY, 10965
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: flexible hours based on need
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff use their own vehicles - they are only allowed to go out with members if necessary and they must wear masks, gloves and sanitizer is used; and member sits in back seat only.
Staff use their own vehicles - they are only allowed to go out with members if necessary and they must wear masks, gloves and sanitizer is used; and member sits in back seat only.
Other Considerations:
Services for Com hab/respite did not stop. Agency continued to do virtual com hab. In person services have resumed for some members. Screenings took place to ensure safety. For IRA members com Hab R continues also in person. Referrals are being accepted, but families are encouraged to locate their own staff to be hired - screenings are in place for all new referrals and staff.
Services for Com hab/respite did not stop. Agency continued to do virtual com hab. In person services have resumed for some members. Screenings took place to ensure safety. For IRA members com Hab R continues also in person. Referrals are being accepted, but families are encouraged to locate their own staff to be hired - screenings are in place for all new referrals and staff.
Program Contact Info
Rodrigo Barrera, Lower HV Intakes / Waiver Supervisor
(347) 288-1818
Community Programs of WJCS
Residential Habilitation
845 North Broadway
White Plains NY, 10603
White Plains NY, 10603
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
At this time, Agency is following all OPWDD guidelines. Visitation at the residences limited to outdoors only; home visits for residents are scheduled at the discretion of the Agency with risk mitigation strategies in place. No visitation if resident/staff/family exposed or tested positive, frequent sanitization encouraged etc. No recreational outings if resident/staff exposed or positive; groups are limited in size and activities scheduled outside only with mask-wearing and frequent sanitization. All guidelines provided to families.
At this time, Agency is following all OPWDD guidelines. Visitation at the residences limited to outdoors only; home visits for residents are scheduled at the discretion of the Agency with risk mitigation strategies in place. No visitation if resident/staff/family exposed or tested positive, frequent sanitization encouraged etc. No recreational outings if resident/staff exposed or positive; groups are limited in size and activities scheduled outside only with mask-wearing and frequent sanitization. All guidelines provided to families.
Program Contact Info
Lauren Bassin,
(914) 761-0600
Program Site Location
various community sites
NY,
various community sites
NY,
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Day Habilitation
701 Lenox Ave
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Day Habilitation
701 Lenox Ave
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Vans with Dayhab staff are picking members up -and staying with them all day - and then returning - Staff and members are staying in the same areas and groups of people all day.
Vans with Dayhab staff are picking members up -and staying with them all day - and then returning - Staff and members are staying in the same areas and groups of people all day.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Mandy Boyd, DH manager
(315) 363-3389
Program Site Location
701 lenox ave
NY, oneida
701 lenox ave
NY, oneida
E.John Gavras Center
Community Habilitation
182 North Street
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary depending on member
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
Community Habilitation has not had to "pause" during the pandemic so they did not have to submit an opening plan. They have offered community habilitation to people that receive the service. He said that some people are too nervous to receive the service at this time but others have continued with the program. He said that they follow all the necessary safety precautions, regulations and instructions per OPWDD. They are taking referrals.
Community Habilitation has not had to "pause" during the pandemic so they did not have to submit an opening plan. They have offered community habilitation to people that receive the service. He said that some people are too nervous to receive the service at this time but others have continued with the program. He said that they follow all the necessary safety precautions, regulations and instructions per OPWDD. They are taking referrals.
Program Contact Info
Jenny Boyhan, Community Habilitation Leader
(315) 255-2746
Ability Beyond
Day Habilitation
480 Bedford Rd
Chappaqua NY, 10514
Chappaqua NY, 10514
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Capacity on each vehicle has been decreased to 3; masks being worn by driver and members at all times and distancing between seats required. Each vehicle is sanitized weekly by an external company and by Agency staff daily between trips. Program capacity limited to 30 members total.
Capacity on each vehicle has been decreased to 3; masks being worn by driver and members at all times and distancing between seats required. Each vehicle is sanitized weekly by an external company and by Agency staff daily between trips. Program capacity limited to 30 members total.
Other Considerations:
At present, new referrals will be assessed virtually and programming for newly accepted members will likely be virtual until program capacity can increase.
At present, new referrals will be assessed virtually and programming for newly accepted members will likely be virtual until program capacity can increase.
Program Contact Info
Shaileen Brighton-Ortiz, coordinator
(888) 832-8247
Program Site Location
Various community sites
NY,
Various community sites
NY,
Northeast Career Planning
Supported Employment
339 Broadway
Menands NY, 12204
Menands NY, 12204
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None Individuals are responsible for their own transportation. In a emergency during the pandemic, if transportation is provided there is a maximum of two people in a van. One of the persons being the driver and the other person receiving services. Both peple will be wearing a face covering.
None Individuals are responsible for their own transportation. In a emergency during the pandemic, if transportation is provided there is a maximum of two people in a van. One of the persons being the driver and the other person receiving services. Both peple will be wearing a face covering.
Other Considerations:
Northeast Career Planning continues to provide supported employment services. When a face to face meeting is required, both the job coach and individual will wear a face cover and maintain social distance. Prior to the meeting, the indivudal will be pre-screened with COVID questions as close to the meeting as possible. If any of the responses to the questions are yes, the face to face meeting will be canceled. The building location in Menands and Glens Falls is at 50 percent capacity and staff are maintaining social distancing, wearing face masks and staggering their time spent in their office. Intake meeings are being conducted on site and employees and indiviudals are required to wear a face mask and maintain social distance. Virutal intake meetings are available.
Northeast Career Planning continues to provide supported employment services. When a face to face meeting is required, both the job coach and individual will wear a face cover and maintain social distance. Prior to the meeting, the indivudal will be pre-screened with COVID questions as close to the meeting as possible. If any of the responses to the questions are yes, the face to face meeting will be canceled. The building location in Menands and Glens Falls is at 50 percent capacity and staff are maintaining social distancing, wearing face masks and staggering their time spent in their office. Intake meeings are being conducted on site and employees and indiviudals are required to wear a face mask and maintain social distance. Virutal intake meetings are available.
Program Contact Info
Michael Brocci, Manager of Employment Services
(518) 465-5201
Program Site Location
399 Broadway
Menands NY, 12204
399 Broadway
Menands NY, 12204
Camphill Hudson
Day Habilitation
360 WARREN ST.
Hudson NY, 12534
Hudson NY, 12534
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Safety plan is in progress at this time.
Safety plan is in progress at this time.
Other Considerations:
Safety plan is in development. When open, will initially operate with a lower capacity and considering alternate locations in order to increase capacity.
Safety plan is in development. When open, will initially operate with a lower capacity and considering alternate locations in order to increase capacity.
Program Contact Info
Jody Brookes, Program Director
(518) 828-3431
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Respite
After School Respite
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Endicott NY, 13760
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: After school respite is no longer being provided at BOCES. Individuals receiving this service are being offered this within their homes if they choose.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
After school respite is no longer being provided at BOCES. Individuals receiving this service are being offered this within their homes if they choose.
After school respite is no longer being provided at BOCES. Individuals receiving this service are being offered this within their homes if they choose.
ARC of Chemung
Respite
711 Sullivan St
Elmira NY, 13850
Elmira NY, 13850
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
at this time respite is not available.
at this time respite is not available.
Delaware Opportunites
Respite
35430 st hwy 10
hamden NY, 13782
hamden NY, 13782
Reopening Date: 6/22/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: as scheduled with individuals
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
amy Burdick, Developmental disabilities services director
(607) 746-1680
Program Site Location
where the family requests
hamden NY, 13782
where the family requests
hamden NY, 13782
Delaware Opportunites
Community Habilitation
35430 st hwy 10
hamden NY, 13782
hamden NY, 13782
Reopening Date: 6/22/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: as scheduled with individuals
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
amy burdick, Developmental disabilities services director
(607) 746-1680
Program Site Location
community based, not site based
NY,
community based, not site based
NY,
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Day Habilitation
701 Lenox Ave
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Members will be picked up with dh staff and member will stay together - then transported home.
Members will be picked up with dh staff and member will stay together - then transported home.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
matthew Burkhard, DH manager
(315) 363-3389
Program Site Location
16 crawford
cortland NY,
16 crawford
cortland NY,
Oswego County Opportunities
Respite
239 Oneida Street
Fulton NY, 13069
Fulton NY, 13069
Reopening Date: 9/17/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: unsure of hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
Agency is planning to open a freestanding respite program on 9.17.2020, however there are no changes to report as it is a NEW service.
Agency is planning to open a freestanding respite program on 9.17.2020, however there are no changes to report as it is a NEW service.
Program Contact Info
Michelle Canfield, Director of DD Services
(315) 598-4710
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
314 South Manning Boulevard
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Nancy Champlin, Deputy Executive Director, Adult Services
(518) 427-2310
Program Site Location
55 Helping Lane
Glenville NY, 12302
55 Helping Lane
Glenville NY, 12302
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
314 South Manning Boulevard
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Nancy Champlin, Deputy Executive Director, Adult Services
(518) 427-2310
Program Site Location
2 Charles Park Boulevard
Guilderland NY, 12084
2 Charles Park Boulevard
Guilderland NY, 12084
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
314 South Manning Boulevard
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Nancy Champlin, Deputy Executive Director, Adult Services
(518) 427-2310
Program Site Location
700 South Pearl Street
Albany NY, 12202
700 South Pearl Street
Albany NY, 12202
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
314 South Manning Boulevard
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Families are currently providing transportation to and from day program. Transportation will soon be provided by the Center's transportation department. The capacity for transportation for community outings during program has been reduced to 50 %. All vehicles will be disinfected after each use.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Nancy Champlin, Deputy Executive Director, Adult Services
(518) 427-2310
Program Site Location
700 South Pearl Street
Albany NY, 12202
700 South Pearl Street
Albany NY, 12202
Unity House
Residential Habilitation
IRA's
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: Program didn't close.
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
I spoke to Renee about the Residential IRA's at Unity House. They didn't close like the Day Habilitation Programs needed to. Therefore, they didn't have to submit re-opening plans. Renee did share with me the tools/documents they are using to ensure safety with their members. (Uploaded above) They do symptom checks, they log home visit's and community outings.
I spoke to Renee about the Residential IRA's at Unity House. They didn't close like the Day Habilitation Programs needed to. Therefore, they didn't have to submit re-opening plans. Renee did share with me the tools/documents they are using to ensure safety with their members. (Uploaded above) They do symptom checks, they log home visit's and community outings.
Program Contact Info
Renee Choiniere, Program Director of Residential Services
(315) 253-6227
Program Site Location
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
Unity House
Respite
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary depending on member
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Unity House Respite Programs did not provide transportation.
Unity House Respite Programs did not provide transportation.
Other Considerations:
Unity House Respite Programs did not close or stop during the "pause" so they were not required to submit "re-opening " plans. They are accepting referrals and they will do the proper screening. If a member presents with any symptoms they will not be allowed to attend the program.
Unity House Respite Programs did not close or stop during the "pause" so they were not required to submit "re-opening " plans. They are accepting referrals and they will do the proper screening. If a member presents with any symptoms they will not be allowed to attend the program.
Program Contact Info
Renee Choiniere, Program Director of Residential Services
(315) 253-6227
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Supported Employment
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes
no changes
Other Considerations:
This service is provided in the community with in person and telehealth support.
This service is provided in the community with in person and telehealth support.
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Pathway to Employment
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date: 7/1/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None
None
Other Considerations:
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Prevocational Services
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date: 7/28/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
operating vehicles at 50% capacity. Working to try to free up other vehicles or utilize other transportation resources.
operating vehicles at 50% capacity. Working to try to free up other vehicles or utilize other transportation resources.
Other Considerations:
Schenectady ARC
Day Habilitation
Discovery Academy - without walls Program
214 State Street
Schenectady NY, 12305
Schenectady NY, 12305
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation will be provided by the family
Transportation will be provided by the family
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jen Cole,
(518) 295-8130
Schenectady ARC
Day Habilitation
Life Prep 2
214 State Street
Schenectady NY, 12305
Schenectady NY, 12305
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Tranportation will be provided by family member If assistance is needed, transportation will be provided by the program's employees
Tranportation will be provided by family member If assistance is needed, transportation will be provided by the program's employees
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jen Cole,
(518) 295-8130
Schenectady ARC
Day Habilitation
Maple Ridge Site
214 State Street
Schenectady NY, 12305
Schenectady NY, 12305
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Family members will be providing transportation Employees working at Maple Ridge site will also be providing transportation
Family members will be providing transportation Employees working at Maple Ridge site will also be providing transportation
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jen Cole,
(518) 295-8130
Program Site Location
24 State Street
Schenectady NY, 12305
24 State Street
Schenectady NY, 12305
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Prevocational Services
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date: 8/24/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Prevocational Services
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
Arc of Westchester
Day Habilitation
265 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
OPWDD is allowing only 50% capacity for transportation, unless members live together
OPWDD is allowing only 50% capacity for transportation, unless members live together
Other Considerations:
All attendance must be discussed prior to arrival at program.
All attendance must be discussed prior to arrival at program.
Program Contact Info
Patty Corbi, Program Director
(914) 241-1050
Program Site Location
699 Main St
Mount Kisco NY, 10549
699 Main St
Mount Kisco NY, 10549
Residential Resources
Other
14 New York Rd.
Plattsburgh NY, 12903
Plattsburgh NY, 12903
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
Residential Resources provides 100% Self Direction services. They never closed therefore, do not have any reopening plans. They fully operate remotely. They are open and accepting new referrals.
Residential Resources provides 100% Self Direction services. They never closed therefore, do not have any reopening plans. They fully operate remotely. They are open and accepting new referrals.
WRAPAROUND SERVICES HUDSON VALLEY, INC.
Community Habilitation
250 Tuytenbridge Road
Lake Katrine NY, 12449
Lake Katrine NY, 12449
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No changes
No changes
Other Considerations:
Com Hab and Com Hab R did not stop operating. Wraparound is creating a safety plan and has trained staff with appropriate safety measures. All services are currently being provided as 1 to 1. No group service at this time. Providing mostly in person services with some telehealth as well.
Com Hab and Com Hab R did not stop operating. Wraparound is creating a safety plan and has trained staff with appropriate safety measures. All services are currently being provided as 1 to 1. No group service at this time. Providing mostly in person services with some telehealth as well.
Program Contact Info
Kelly Creswick, Director of Wraparound Community Services
(845) 336-7235
Exceptional Family Resources
Supported Employment
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes to employment services, although it has been difficult finding placements in the community. It seems to be opening up again. Safety measures in place as well, such as wearing a mask, health screen and calling ahead
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
safety measures in place such as wearing a mask and disinfecting all hard surfaces
safety measures in place such as wearing a mask and disinfecting all hard surfaces
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Glenda Criss, Director of Employment Services
(315) 478-1462
Program Site Location
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
Unity House
Supported Employment
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary depending on member
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Supportive Employment does not provide transportation.
Supportive Employment does not provide transportation.
Other Considerations:
The Unity House Supportive Employment did not stop during the "pause" therefore they didn't need to submit a safety plan or a "re-opening plan".
The Unity House Supportive Employment did not stop during the "pause" therefore they didn't need to submit a safety plan or a "re-opening plan".
Program Contact Info
Kim Degnesi, Program Director of Unity Employment
(315) 253-8732
Camp Venture, Inc
Day Habilitation
25 Smith Street, Suite 510
Nanuet NY, 10954
Nanuet NY, 10954
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation for groups of members that live together are picked up and stay together for the day. Vans are at 50% capacity.
Transportation for groups of members that live together are picked up and stay together for the day. Vans are at 50% capacity.
Other Considerations:
The staff is assigned to their groups and not mixed. Groups can be 1:1 or multiple members who live in same house. At the site, the groups are separated by designated space. Bathrooms are disinfected 3x a day. Other groups of few members who are in same circles but may not live together were formed - groups are kept small. Future plans being developed for people who don't live in the same household will be placed together and stay together. Members are being asked to be tested for COVID before being assigned to vehicle/program groups.
The staff is assigned to their groups and not mixed. Groups can be 1:1 or multiple members who live in same house. At the site, the groups are separated by designated space. Bathrooms are disinfected 3x a day. Other groups of few members who are in same circles but may not live together were formed - groups are kept small. Future plans being developed for people who don't live in the same household will be placed together and stay together. Members are being asked to be tested for COVID before being assigned to vehicle/program groups.
Program Contact Info
Diana Dellolio, Dir of Day habilitation services
(845) 507-4081
Cayuga Centers
Community Habilitation
101 Hamilton Ave
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: varies accoridng to member
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No
No
Other Considerations:
Community Habilitation did not stop during the "pause" therefore they didn't need to submit a safety plan or a "re-opening plan".
Community Habilitation did not stop during the "pause" therefore they didn't need to submit a safety plan or a "re-opening plan".
Cayuga Centers
Day Habilitation
101 Hamilton Ave
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 9:00AM-2:00PM
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Yes- Ensure only individuals and staff traveling to and from the same day program be transported together; individuals or staff from other day programs should not be intermingled for purposes of transportation at this time; individuals transported together are encouraged to be cohorted for purposes for day programming also, in order to reduce further intermingling; • Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles transporting individuals from multiple residences to 50% of total capacity; • Individuals and staff who reside/work together in the same home may be transported together to day program(s) in the same vehicle without a vehicle capacity reduction; • As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. • To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff from different households by not sitting near each other or the driver. • If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; • Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Social distancing must be maintained for individuals who cannot tolerate wearing a mask and, when possible, such individuals should be transported alone or with members of the same household. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. • After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and • Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow.
Yes- Ensure only individuals and staff traveling to and from the same day program be transported together; individuals or staff from other day programs should not be intermingled for purposes of transportation at this time; individuals transported together are encouraged to be cohorted for purposes for day programming also, in order to reduce further intermingling; • Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles transporting individuals from multiple residences to 50% of total capacity; • Individuals and staff who reside/work together in the same home may be transported together to day program(s) in the same vehicle without a vehicle capacity reduction; • As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. • To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff from different households by not sitting near each other or the driver. • If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; • Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Social distancing must be maintained for individuals who cannot tolerate wearing a mask and, when possible, such individuals should be transported alone or with members of the same household. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. • After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and • Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow.
Other Considerations:
At this time they are missing about 50% of their enrolled members due to either the member ort family not being comfortable or living in an OPWDD residential setting. They are not permitted back into programs at this time.
At this time they are missing about 50% of their enrolled members due to either the member ort family not being comfortable or living in an OPWDD residential setting. They are not permitted back into programs at this time.
Program Contact Info
Holly DeLong, Assistant Director of Habilitation Programs
(315) 549-0049
Launch
Supported Employment
313 East Willow Street suite 204
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: reduced services as many employers no longer available besides essential workers. Staff continued to support those still working. Starting to open up again as members are called back to work.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes except safety measures such as wearing a mask and disinfecting surfaces
no changes except safety measures such as wearing a mask and disinfecting surfaces
Other Considerations:
IKAN, INC
Community Habilitation
62 North Main Street
Florida NY, 10921
Florida NY, 10921
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: flexible hours based on need
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff used personal vehicles for com hab and any outings that took place, member and staff used PPE.
Staff used personal vehicles for com hab and any outings that took place, member and staff used PPE.
Other Considerations:
Com hab was never stopped so there is no re-opening date persay - staff continued to provide services to individuals that chose to continue thru the pandemic in person. There were a few members that opted for virtual services. At this time, all services are in person again. Proper PPE regualtions were put in place and the program naturally operates with 1:1 staff to member ratio. Recreation programs have not resumed. Respite services continued thru the pandemic and at this time have stopped per families' request, but are available should the families desire it.
Com hab was never stopped so there is no re-opening date persay - staff continued to provide services to individuals that chose to continue thru the pandemic in person. There were a few members that opted for virtual services. At this time, all services are in person again. Proper PPE regualtions were put in place and the program naturally operates with 1:1 staff to member ratio. Recreation programs have not resumed. Respite services continued thru the pandemic and at this time have stopped per families' request, but are available should the families desire it.
Program Contact Info
Kim DiBerardino, Director of com hab and respite services
(845) 721-9245
Disabled Persons Action Organization
Respite
633 Davidson Street
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Before COVID-19, hours were from 5 pm - 8 am. Due to COVID-19, hours start at 4:30 pm and helping other programs to include crisis situations
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Since the DPAO DH building is across the street, individuals will walk over with staff. DPAO has a w/c van they utilize, as needed, to transport members. DPAO also has a COVID-19 cleaning process to include vehicles.
Since the DPAO DH building is across the street, individuals will walk over with staff. DPAO has a w/c van they utilize, as needed, to transport members. DPAO also has a COVID-19 cleaning process to include vehicles.
Other Considerations:
They are accepting new referrals but these are based upon circumstances and availability of rooms. The Respite house is limited to 1 person/room and they have 3 bedrooms of the house.
They are accepting new referrals but these are based upon circumstances and availability of rooms. The Respite house is limited to 1 person/room and they have 3 bedrooms of the house.
Program Contact Info
Donna Draper, Free Standing Respite Coordinator
(315) 782-2485
Cardinal Hayes Home For Children
Day Habilitation
60 St. Joseph's Drive
Millbrook NY, 12545
Millbrook NY, 12545
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 5 hours; 9:00am - 2:30pm
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only participants from the same household will travel together in vehicles at this time. 2. All staff will always wear masks during the program day, including transportation. 3. Each individual will be encouraged to wear a mask at program including in the vehicles. 4. Every care will be taken to have individuals placed as far apart from each other as possible on the vehicles, especially if they will not tolerate wearing a mask. 5. Vehicles will be used at reduced capacity. Windows will be rolled down to permit airflow whenever the weather and outside temperature permit. 6. Individuals will be encouraged to enter and exit vehicles one at a time and to exit from the door closest to them. 7. All vehicles will be cleaned and sanitized after each use with disinfectant cleaners, spray and wipes. All frequently touched surfaces will be cleaned such as handles, seats, windows, steering wheel, handrails etc. 8. A stocked bin of gloves, disinfectant wipes, disinfectant spray, paper towels, window cleaner and hand sanitizer will be in each vehicle kept out of individuals reach/access. 9. Cleaning will be documented and initialed by staff performing these duties. Documentation will be reviewed by the supervisor and kept on file.
Only participants from the same household will travel together in vehicles at this time. 2. All staff will always wear masks during the program day, including transportation. 3. Each individual will be encouraged to wear a mask at program including in the vehicles. 4. Every care will be taken to have individuals placed as far apart from each other as possible on the vehicles, especially if they will not tolerate wearing a mask. 5. Vehicles will be used at reduced capacity. Windows will be rolled down to permit airflow whenever the weather and outside temperature permit. 6. Individuals will be encouraged to enter and exit vehicles one at a time and to exit from the door closest to them. 7. All vehicles will be cleaned and sanitized after each use with disinfectant cleaners, spray and wipes. All frequently touched surfaces will be cleaned such as handles, seats, windows, steering wheel, handrails etc. 8. A stocked bin of gloves, disinfectant wipes, disinfectant spray, paper towels, window cleaner and hand sanitizer will be in each vehicle kept out of individuals reach/access. 9. Cleaning will be documented and initialed by staff performing these duties. Documentation will be reviewed by the supervisor and kept on file.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jean Dreaper, Habilitation Coordinator
(845) 677-6363
Advocates
Respite
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
respite has continued throughout state with a safety plan in place for respite provider and members
respite has continued throughout state with a safety plan in place for respite provider and members
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Amy Dugliss, Executive Director
(315) 469-9931
Program Site Location
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
Advocates
Community Habilitation
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: community hab continued with a safety plan.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
community hab continues throughout the state with a safety plan provided for mentors
community hab continues throughout the state with a safety plan provided for mentors
Program Contact Info
Amy Dugliss, Executive Director
(315) 469-9931
Program Site Location
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
Advocates
Community Habilitation
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: community hab continued with a safety plan.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
no changes to community hab. besides safety measures/instructions for mentors regarding any restrictions during the pandemic
no changes to community hab. besides safety measures/instructions for mentors regarding any restrictions during the pandemic
Program Contact Info
Amy Dugliss, Executive Director
(315) 469-9931
Program Site Location
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
Advocates
Individual Directed Goods and Services
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no change to IDGS
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Advocates
Support Broker
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes besides they do not do in-person
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Advocates
Fiscal Intermediary
290 Elwood Davis Rd
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Liverpool NY, 13088
http://www.advocatesincorporated.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes besides they do not do in-person
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
no changes besides not doing in-person meetings unless an emergency
no changes besides not doing in-person meetings unless an emergency
GREYSTONE PROGRAMS, INC.
Respite
After School Respite
700 South Drive
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: after school hours
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Program currently not in operation. Working on reopening plan now. No specific opening date determined at this time.
Program currently not in operation. Working on reopening plan now. No specific opening date determined at this time.
Other Considerations:
Program currently not in operation. Working on reopening plan now. No specific opening date determined at this time.
Program currently not in operation. Working on reopening plan now. No specific opening date determined at this time.
Program Contact Info
Caren Edwards, Director of Community Services
(845) 891-3069
Program Site Location
5 Givans Avenue
Wappingers Falls NY, 12590
5 Givans Avenue
Wappingers Falls NY, 12590
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Respite
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Endicott NY, 13760
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: HCA Site Based Respite remains open. It has limited capacity of 75% with 6 people allowed to stay inrespite at this time.
Accepting New Referrals: No
Program Contact Info
Denise Engel, Respite Coordinator for Site Based
(607) 347-0417
Program Site Location
147 Front Street
Binghamton NY, 13905
147 Front Street
Binghamton NY, 13905
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Day Habilitation
634 Birchwood Dr
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
small groups will be transported together by the dh staff and they will spend the day together.
small groups will be transported together by the dh staff and they will spend the day together.
Other Considerations:
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Prevocational Services
701 Lenox Ave
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Onondaga Community Living
Support Broker
518 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
They are sending staff out with PPE and offering masks to individuals who do not have them. Staff carries disposable masks and hand sanitizer. Staff teaching members how to clean apartments for COVID -19. Staff clean vehicles before transporting members.
They are sending staff out with PPE and offering masks to individuals who do not have them. Staff carries disposable masks and hand sanitizer. Staff teaching members how to clean apartments for COVID -19. Staff clean vehicles before transporting members.
Program Contact Info
Joshua Faillia, Director of Self Direction
(315) 434-9597
Program Site Location
518 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
518 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
Exceptional Family Resources
Respite
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: no changes to program besides a safety plan which involves wearing mask, calling ahead to member and health screen
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Irene Fiesinger, Director of Habilitation and Respite Services
(315) 478-1462
Program Site Location
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
Exceptional Family Resources
Community Habilitation
1820 Lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes to program besides a safety plan which involves wearing mask, calling ahead to member and health screen
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes besides staff wearing mask, and disinfecting all hard surfaces in vehicle
no changes besides staff wearing mask, and disinfecting all hard surfaces in vehicle
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Irene Fiesinger, Director of Habilitation and Respite Services
(315) 478-1462
Program Site Location
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
Heritage Farms
Day Habilitation
3599 NY-46 #46
Bouckville NY, 13310
Bouckville NY, 13310
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
members who are transported together will remain programmed together.
members who are transported together will remain programmed together.
Other Considerations:
Currently the reopening plan is in final edits and should be sent in to the state tomorrow. Initially they will only be opening one out of the three day habilitation programs, and slowly open the other two. The tentative open date for the first program will be 8/17. Materials will be send to the families and members when the plan has been accepted.
Currently the reopening plan is in final edits and should be sent in to the state tomorrow. Initially they will only be opening one out of the three day habilitation programs, and slowly open the other two. The tentative open date for the first program will be 8/17. Materials will be send to the families and members when the plan has been accepted.
Program Contact Info
Susan Figueroa, Compliance Officer
(315) 825-1219
Heritage Farms
Respite
3599 NY-46 #46
Bouckville NY, 13310
Bouckville NY, 13310
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 24 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Program did not have to close, however did for a period of time, recently opened back up solely for weekend respite.
Program did not have to close, however did for a period of time, recently opened back up solely for weekend respite.
Program Contact Info
Susan Figueroa, Compliance Officer
(315) 825-1219
Heritage Farms
Prevocational Services
3599 NY-46 #46
Bouckville NY, 13310
Bouckville NY, 13310
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: program is not yet open, still waiting for approval
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
program is not yet open
program is not yet open
Program Contact Info
Susan Figueroa, Compliance Officer
(315) 825-1219
CAPABILITIES PARTNERSHIP, INC.
Supported Employment
450 West Nyack Road
Suite #9 West Nyack NY, 10994
Suite #9 West Nyack NY, 10994
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 24 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None - transportation not provided for this program
None - transportation not provided for this program
Other Considerations:
SEMP program never stopped operating. Currently providing services via telehealth with some in person services on a case by case bases as needed.
SEMP program never stopped operating. Currently providing services via telehealth with some in person services on a case by case bases as needed.
Community Options
Supported Employment
182 State Street
Binghamton NY, 13901
Binghamton NY, 13901
Reopening Date: 7/23/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 24 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
i. Only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together, ii. Individuals will undergo a mini-health screen to include temperature check by the vehicle operator prior to boarding, iii. Capacity on buses, vans and other vehicles will be reduced to 50% of total capacity, iv. Consideration will be given to develop staggered arrival and departure times to reduce density during transition, v. One-way entering will be utilized for buses and vans with multiple doors, vi. Directional tape and signage will be utilized to ensure proper social distancing, vii. To the extent medically tolerable, individuals, staff and the drive will wear face-coverings at all times while in the vehicle, viii. Where appropriate and safe, vehicle windows will be rolled down to permit air flow, and ix. After each trip is completed, the interior of the vehicle will be thoroughly cleaned, before additional individuals are transported. Each cleaning and trip will be documented on the vehicle/community log.
i. Only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together, ii. Individuals will undergo a mini-health screen to include temperature check by the vehicle operator prior to boarding, iii. Capacity on buses, vans and other vehicles will be reduced to 50% of total capacity, iv. Consideration will be given to develop staggered arrival and departure times to reduce density during transition, v. One-way entering will be utilized for buses and vans with multiple doors, vi. Directional tape and signage will be utilized to ensure proper social distancing, vii. To the extent medically tolerable, individuals, staff and the drive will wear face-coverings at all times while in the vehicle, viii. Where appropriate and safe, vehicle windows will be rolled down to permit air flow, and ix. After each trip is completed, the interior of the vehicle will be thoroughly cleaned, before additional individuals are transported. Each cleaning and trip will be documented on the vehicle/community log.
Other Considerations:
Refer to attached plan
Refer to attached plan
Program Contact Info
Ashley Gamba, State Director of Employment Services
(607) 349-3090
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
With Walls
314 South Manning Blvd
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation is being provided, and families are welcome to provide transport if preferred.
Transportation is being provided, and families are welcome to provide transport if preferred.
Other Considerations:
During this time members are being served at one of three locations, whichever is geographically closest to their home. This is being done to minimize time spent in an enclosed vehicle. Locations are as follows: 700 South Pearl Street Albany 2 Charles Park Blvd Guilderland 55 Helping Hand Lane Glenville
During this time members are being served at one of three locations, whichever is geographically closest to their home. This is being done to minimize time spent in an enclosed vehicle. Locations are as follows: 700 South Pearl Street Albany 2 Charles Park Blvd Guilderland 55 Helping Hand Lane Glenville
Program Contact Info
Karen Gandalfo, Director Adult Services
(518) 384-3070
Program Site Location
55 Helping Hand Lane
Glenville NY, 12302
55 Helping Hand Lane
Glenville NY, 12302
Joshua house
Day Habilitation
10 divison st
sidney NY, 13838
sidney NY, 13838
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
they have one day hab opening
they have one day hab opening
Program Contact Info
kelly Gardapee, day hab coordinator
(607) 563-2107
Joshua house
Community Habilitation
10 divison st
sidney NY, 13838
sidney NY, 13838
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: as scheduled with individuals
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
there is a waiting list
there is a waiting list
Program Contact Info
Kelly Gardapee, day hab coordinator
(607) 563-2107
Program Site Location
not site based, in the community
NY,
not site based, in the community
NY,
Higher Ground Integrated Human Services
Community Habilitation
299 Schoolhouse Road
Albany NY, 12203
Albany NY, 12203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
The staff and individual will wear a face covering and when possible the individual will sit in the back seat.
The staff and individual will wear a face covering and when possible the individual will sit in the back seat.
Other Considerations:
Community habilitation services are offered through zoom and in person. . If the service is provided face to face both the staff and individual will wear a face covering and socially distance as much as possible.
Community habilitation services are offered through zoom and in person. . If the service is provided face to face both the staff and individual will wear a face covering and socially distance as much as possible.
Higher Ground Integrated Human Services
Supported Employment
299 Schoolhouse Road
Albany NY, 12203
Albany NY, 12203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
If transportation is deemed critical the supported employment specialist and individual will wear face coverings in the vehicle. When possible the individual will sit in the back seat.
If transportation is deemed critical the supported employment specialist and individual will wear face coverings in the vehicle. When possible the individual will sit in the back seat.
Other Considerations:
Meetings are held through zoom but available in person at the main office on a emergency basis. If a meeting is held at the office then the employees, individual and their team will wear face coverings and socially distance.
Meetings are held through zoom but available in person at the main office on a emergency basis. If a meeting is held at the office then the employees, individual and their team will wear face coverings and socially distance.
Higher Ground Integrated Human Services
Support Broker
299 Schoolhouse Road
Albany NY, 12203
Albany NY, 12203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
none
none
Other Considerations:
Meetings are held through zoom but available in person at the main office on a emergency basis. If a meeting is held at the office then the employee/s, individual and their team will wear face coverings and socially distance.
Meetings are held through zoom but available in person at the main office on a emergency basis. If a meeting is held at the office then the employee/s, individual and their team will wear face coverings and socially distance.
Higher Ground Integrated Human Services
Fiscal Intermediary
299 Schoolhouse Road
Albany NY, 12203
Albany NY, 12203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None
None
Other Considerations:
Meetings are held through zoom but available in person at the main office on a emergency basis. If a meeting is held at the office then the employees, individual and their team will wear face coverings and socially distance.
Meetings are held through zoom but available in person at the main office on a emergency basis. If a meeting is held at the office then the employees, individual and their team will wear face coverings and socially distance.
Wildwood
Respite
in-home respite
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Latham NY, 12210
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
A maximum of two people in one vehicle including the driver. The individual must be in the back seat behind the passenger side of the vehicle.
A maximum of two people in one vehicle including the driver. The individual must be in the back seat behind the passenger side of the vehicle.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Heather Giorgianni, Director of community and individualized supports
(518) 441-7454
Wildwood
Community Habilitation
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Latham NY, 12210
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
A total of two people in the car including the driver. The individual has to sit in the back seat behind the passenger side of the vehicle. A face covering must be worn while in the vehicle.
A total of two people in the car including the driver. The individual has to sit in the back seat behind the passenger side of the vehicle. A face covering must be worn while in the vehicle.
Other Considerations:
Community habilitation services never stopped and decisions were left up to the individual and employees to continue. Employees and people who are receiving the services must adhere to the CDC COVID-19 protocols. No dining in restaurants is allowed. Take out and dining together is okay. Visits to any store is allowed only where there are ten or less people in the building.
Community habilitation services never stopped and decisions were left up to the individual and employees to continue. Employees and people who are receiving the services must adhere to the CDC COVID-19 protocols. No dining in restaurants is allowed. Take out and dining together is okay. Visits to any store is allowed only where there are ten or less people in the building.
Program Contact Info
Heather Giorgianni, Director of community and individualized supports
(518) 441-7454
Exceptional Family Resources
Prevocational Services
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: no changes to pre-vocational services
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Program Contact Info
Criss Glenda, Director of Employment Services
(315) 478-1462
Program Site Location
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
J.M. Murray Center
Prevocational Services
823 State Route 13
Cortland NY, 13045
Cortland NY, 13045
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
CBPV services are provided as a 1:1 service unless the individuals reside together and then 2 people may receive CBPV service at the same time with 1 staff person. All individuals must wear face masks when in a vehicle. Before providing services with an individual, staff are disinfecting high touch points (such as door knobs, gear shift, steering wheel, window buttons, radio buttons, etc). Then, after each individual's service is complete, support staff are disinfecting the vehicle again. Support staff have been encouraged to roll the windows down to permit air flow whenever possible.
CBPV services are provided as a 1:1 service unless the individuals reside together and then 2 people may receive CBPV service at the same time with 1 staff person. All individuals must wear face masks when in a vehicle. Before providing services with an individual, staff are disinfecting high touch points (such as door knobs, gear shift, steering wheel, window buttons, radio buttons, etc). Then, after each individual's service is complete, support staff are disinfecting the vehicle again. Support staff have been encouraged to roll the windows down to permit air flow whenever possible.
Other Considerations:
Staff and individuals must wear face masks whenever social distancing cannot occur. There are COVID sanitizing kits and hand sanitizer in all of the vehicles (for their personal cars and agency vehicles). There are extra face masks available for individuals if they do not have one. Gloves are also available and support staff are aware of how to properly remove gloves. There are garbage bags in the vehicles for staff to discard used gloves. In June 2020, all support staff completed the Pandemic Prepardness Training offered by NY Alliance and their certificates of completion are in their personnel files. While providing community based PV services, all staff are aware of the importance of hand hygiene and/or use of hand sanitizer. Staff will ensure that individuals are washing their hands whenever possible. There are bottles of hand sanitizer in all of the vehicles and support staff are aware of where to obtain more hand sanitizer when needed.
Staff and individuals must wear face masks whenever social distancing cannot occur. There are COVID sanitizing kits and hand sanitizer in all of the vehicles (for their personal cars and agency vehicles). There are extra face masks available for individuals if they do not have one. Gloves are also available and support staff are aware of how to properly remove gloves. There are garbage bags in the vehicles for staff to discard used gloves. In June 2020, all support staff completed the Pandemic Prepardness Training offered by NY Alliance and their certificates of completion are in their personnel files. While providing community based PV services, all staff are aware of the importance of hand hygiene and/or use of hand sanitizer. Staff will ensure that individuals are washing their hands whenever possible. There are bottles of hand sanitizer in all of the vehicles and support staff are aware of where to obtain more hand sanitizer when needed.
Program Contact Info
Michele Gravel, Director of Vocational Services
(607) 758-1944
The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence
Day Habilitation
420 Gaffney Drive
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date: 7/28/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation is still being provided by The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence utilizing agency buses and mini-vans. Only those going to the same sites are on these vehicles (Day Hab. only members); timeframes are very strict due to this.
Transportation is still being provided by The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence utilizing agency buses and mini-vans. Only those going to the same sites are on these vehicles (Day Hab. only members); timeframes are very strict due to this.
Other Considerations:
They are accepting new referrals but not sure how soon people will be added to program; have to go through the Admission/Discharge Committee first. The maximum capacity is 15 members/day on site. They currently have 10 members attending based upon the day and the member's choice. Only those residing in the Community are being offered this service. Those that reside at one of the residences with The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence are receiving DH services at their residence.
They are accepting new referrals but not sure how soon people will be added to program; have to go through the Admission/Discharge Committee first. The maximum capacity is 15 members/day on site. They currently have 10 members attending based upon the day and the member's choice. Only those residing in the Community are being offered this service. Those that reside at one of the residences with The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence are receiving DH services at their residence.
Program Contact Info
Vicky Gregory, Assistant Hab. Supervisor
(315) 408-0548
Program Site Location
22201 US RTE 411 (Day Hab. Room #5)
Watertown NY, 13601
22201 US RTE 411 (Day Hab. Room #5)
Watertown NY, 13601
ARC of Onondaga
Day Habilitation
site based
600 S. Wilbur Ave.
Syracuse NY, 13204
Syracuse NY, 13204
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: am and pm sessions offered at this time.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
At this time, families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the Day Program whenever feasible to assist in reducing risk. The Day Program will work with families who have a hardship in doing this. Individuals attending different day programs will not be transported together. When individuals who live in IRA's return to Day Program, the residential facility will be asked to transport whenever possible. The Day Program will work with Residential Providers who have a hardship in doing this. Arrivals will use the front door of the program and will be brought in individually by employees following their screening and hand hygiene. Departures will use the side door and will be brought to the vehicle individually. During transportation, all employees will wear face coverings and individuals will be supported to do so; windows will be rolled down, weather permitting; seating will be spaced and vehicle capacity will be at 50%. Individuals who cannot/will not tolerate the use of face masks will be transported alone whenever possible. If they must be transported with others, they will sit as far away as possible near an open window. The vehicle will be cleaned in between uses. Cleaning supplies will be stocked in the vehicle in a locked container.
At this time, families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the Day Program whenever feasible to assist in reducing risk. The Day Program will work with families who have a hardship in doing this. Individuals attending different day programs will not be transported together. When individuals who live in IRA's return to Day Program, the residential facility will be asked to transport whenever possible. The Day Program will work with Residential Providers who have a hardship in doing this. Arrivals will use the front door of the program and will be brought in individually by employees following their screening and hand hygiene. Departures will use the side door and will be brought to the vehicle individually. During transportation, all employees will wear face coverings and individuals will be supported to do so; windows will be rolled down, weather permitting; seating will be spaced and vehicle capacity will be at 50%. Individuals who cannot/will not tolerate the use of face masks will be transported alone whenever possible. If they must be transported with others, they will sit as far away as possible near an open window. The vehicle will be cleaned in between uses. Cleaning supplies will be stocked in the vehicle in a locked container.
Other Considerations:
At this time, we plan of offer an a.m. and p.m. session of DH services in order to be able to provide service to as many people as we can. Individuals will be in static groups and assigned to a specific classroom. Any activities scheduled in common areas will be done with only one group at a time and the common area will be cleaned in between uses. Activity supplies will not be shared as much as possible and sanitized frequently and in between use. Fire drills will be held quarterly and implemented in both the am and pm sessions. Social distancing and staggered departure from the program will not be possible during the evacuation as it is critical that individuals understand the need to leave immediately upon hearing the alarm. Social distancing will be employed at the meeting area as much as possible, while ensuring safety and supervision levels. Groups will not intermingle. Prior to entry to the facility, a health screening will be conducted for individuals, employees and visitors that must be passed. Anyone who fails the health screening will not be admitted to the facility and a written information sheet will be provided regarding health care and testing resources. In cases where program staff provide transportation, the health screening of individuals will be done upon pick up. Individuals who fail the screening will not be transported to program. The supervisor, team leader, R.N. or LPN will conduct a review of the daily health screenings in accordance with OPWDD guidance. Staff will be trained on reporting, symptoms, exposure, etc. A return to program note from a physician will be required for any individual who has tested positive or has symptoms consistent with Covid-19. If the individual is quarantined as a result of a member of their household testing positive, a release from quarantine from the DOH will be required prior to return to program. Employees who test positive will follow the return to work guidance prior to returning to the site. In the event that an employee, visitor or individual develop symptoms during the program day, the employee or visitor will be asked to leave immediately. Individuals will be brought to a separate room away from all other individuals, contact made to their care provider and monitored until transport home. Appropriate reporting to OPWDD and the LHD will be done in accordance to current guidance. The number of individuals assigned to each classroom will be based on the square footage of the room, taking into account furniture, room shape, etc. Markers will be placed on the floor to assist staff and individuals to maintain spacing. Where possible, specific bathrooms will be assigned to specific classrooms. Individuals will remain in their classroom during transportation time and brought individually to their transport to reduce traffic in the hallways. The front door will be used for transportation drop off and the side door used for transportation pick up. Common areas will be used by only one classroom grouping at a time and cleaned in between uses. Staff break areas will have capacity limitation and breaks will be staggered accordingly. Supports will be provided to individuals accordingly to practice social distancing. *In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. . We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently. We are still determining people returning, etc. After that we will be looking at people living in certified IRAs.
At this time, we plan of offer an a.m. and p.m. session of DH services in order to be able to provide service to as many people as we can. Individuals will be in static groups and assigned to a specific classroom. Any activities scheduled in common areas will be done with only one group at a time and the common area will be cleaned in between uses. Activity supplies will not be shared as much as possible and sanitized frequently and in between use. Fire drills will be held quarterly and implemented in both the am and pm sessions. Social distancing and staggered departure from the program will not be possible during the evacuation as it is critical that individuals understand the need to leave immediately upon hearing the alarm. Social distancing will be employed at the meeting area as much as possible, while ensuring safety and supervision levels. Groups will not intermingle. Prior to entry to the facility, a health screening will be conducted for individuals, employees and visitors that must be passed. Anyone who fails the health screening will not be admitted to the facility and a written information sheet will be provided regarding health care and testing resources. In cases where program staff provide transportation, the health screening of individuals will be done upon pick up. Individuals who fail the screening will not be transported to program. The supervisor, team leader, R.N. or LPN will conduct a review of the daily health screenings in accordance with OPWDD guidance. Staff will be trained on reporting, symptoms, exposure, etc. A return to program note from a physician will be required for any individual who has tested positive or has symptoms consistent with Covid-19. If the individual is quarantined as a result of a member of their household testing positive, a release from quarantine from the DOH will be required prior to return to program. Employees who test positive will follow the return to work guidance prior to returning to the site. In the event that an employee, visitor or individual develop symptoms during the program day, the employee or visitor will be asked to leave immediately. Individuals will be brought to a separate room away from all other individuals, contact made to their care provider and monitored until transport home. Appropriate reporting to OPWDD and the LHD will be done in accordance to current guidance. The number of individuals assigned to each classroom will be based on the square footage of the room, taking into account furniture, room shape, etc. Markers will be placed on the floor to assist staff and individuals to maintain spacing. Where possible, specific bathrooms will be assigned to specific classrooms. Individuals will remain in their classroom during transportation time and brought individually to their transport to reduce traffic in the hallways. The front door will be used for transportation drop off and the side door used for transportation pick up. Common areas will be used by only one classroom grouping at a time and cleaned in between uses. Staff break areas will have capacity limitation and breaks will be staggered accordingly. Supports will be provided to individuals accordingly to practice social distancing. *In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. . We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently. We are still determining people returning, etc. After that we will be looking at people living in certified IRAs.
ARC of Onondaga
Day Habilitation
site based
600 S. Wilbur Ave.
Liverpool NY, 13204
Liverpool NY, 13204
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: am and pm sessions offered at this time.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
At this time, families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the Day Program whenever feasible to assist in reducing risk. The Day Program will work with families who have a hardship in doing this. Individuals attending different day programs will not be transported together. When individuals who live in IRA's return to Day Program, the residential facility will be asked to transport whenever possible. The Day Program will work with Residential Providers who have a hardship in doing this. Arrivals will use the front door of the program and will be brought in individually by employees following their screening and hand hygiene. Departures will use the side door and will be brought to the vehicle individually. During transportation, all employees will wear face coverings and individuals will be supported to do so; windows will be rolled down, weather permitting; seating will be spaced and vehicle capacity will be at 50%. Individuals who cannot/will not tolerate the use of face masks will be transported alone whenever possible. If they must be transported with others, they will sit as far away as possible near an open window. The vehicle will be cleaned in between uses. Cleaning supplies will be stocked in the vehicle in a locked container. Ensure only individuals and staff traveling to and from the same day program be transported together; individuals or staff from other day programs should not be intermingled for purposes of transportation at this time; individuals transported together are encouraged to be cohorted for purposes for day programming also, in order to reduce further intermingling; • Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles transporting individuals from multiple residences to 50% of total capacity; • Individuals and staff who reside/work together in the same home may be transported together to day program(s) in the same vehicle without a vehicle capacity reduction; • As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. • To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff from different households by not sitting near each other or the driver. • If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; • Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Social distancing must be maintained for individuals who cannot tolerate wearing a mask and, when possible, such individuals should be transported alone or with members of the same household. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the us
At this time, families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the Day Program whenever feasible to assist in reducing risk. The Day Program will work with families who have a hardship in doing this. Individuals attending different day programs will not be transported together. When individuals who live in IRA's return to Day Program, the residential facility will be asked to transport whenever possible. The Day Program will work with Residential Providers who have a hardship in doing this. Arrivals will use the front door of the program and will be brought in individually by employees following their screening and hand hygiene. Departures will use the side door and will be brought to the vehicle individually. During transportation, all employees will wear face coverings and individuals will be supported to do so; windows will be rolled down, weather permitting; seating will be spaced and vehicle capacity will be at 50%. Individuals who cannot/will not tolerate the use of face masks will be transported alone whenever possible. If they must be transported with others, they will sit as far away as possible near an open window. The vehicle will be cleaned in between uses. Cleaning supplies will be stocked in the vehicle in a locked container. Ensure only individuals and staff traveling to and from the same day program be transported together; individuals or staff from other day programs should not be intermingled for purposes of transportation at this time; individuals transported together are encouraged to be cohorted for purposes for day programming also, in order to reduce further intermingling; • Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles transporting individuals from multiple residences to 50% of total capacity; • Individuals and staff who reside/work together in the same home may be transported together to day program(s) in the same vehicle without a vehicle capacity reduction; • As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. • To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff from different households by not sitting near each other or the driver. • If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; • Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Social distancing must be maintained for individuals who cannot tolerate wearing a mask and, when possible, such individuals should be transported alone or with members of the same household. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the us
Other Considerations:
At this time, we plan of offer an a.m. and p.m. session of DH services in order to be able to provide service to as many people as we can. Individuals will be in static groups and assigned to a specific classroom. Any activities scheduled in common areas will be done with only one group at a time and the common area will be cleaned in between uses. Activity supplies will not be shared as much as possible and santizied frequently and in between use. Fire drills will be held quarterly and implemented in both the am and pm sessions. Social distancing and staggered departure from the program will not be possible during the evacuation as it is critical that individuals understand the need to leave immediately upon hearing the alarm. Social distancing will be employed at the meeting area as much as possible, while ensuring safety and supervision levels. Groups will not intermingle. Prior to entry to the facility, a health screening will be conducted for individuals, employees and visitors that must be passed. Anyone who fails the health screening will not be admitted to the facility and a written information sheet will be provided regarding health care and testing resources. In cases where program staff provide transportation, the health screening of individuals will be done upon pick up. Individuals who fail the screening will not be transported to program. The supervisor, team leader, R.N. or LPN will conduct a review of the daily health screenings in accordance with OPWDD guidance. Staff will be trained on reporting, symptoms, exposure, etc. A return to program note from a physician will be required for any individual who has tested positive or has symptoms consistent with Covid-19. If the individual is quarantined as a result of a member of their household testing positive, a release from quarantine from the DOH will be required prior to return to program. Employees who test positive will follow the return to work guidance prior to returning to the site. In the event that an employee, visitor or individual develop symptoms during the program day, the employee or visitor will be asked to leave immediately. Individuals will be brought to a separate room away from all other individuals, contact made to their care provider and monitored until transport home. Appropriate reporting to OPWDD and the LHD will be done in accordance to current guidance. The number of individuals assigned to each classroom will be based on the square footage of the room, taking into account furniture, room shape, etc. Markers will be placed on the floor to assist staff and individuals to maintain spacing. Where possible, specific bathrooms will be assigned to specific classrooms. Individuals will remain in their classroom during transportation time and brought individually to their transport to reduce traffic in the hallways. The front door will be used for transportation drop off and the side door used for transportation pick up. Common areas will be used by only one classroom grouping at a time and cleaned in between uses. Staff break areas will have capacity limitation and breaks will be staggered accordingly. Supports will be provided to individuals accordingly to practice social distancing. *In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. . We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently. We are still determining people returning, etc. After that we will be looking at people living in certified IRAs.
At this time, we plan of offer an a.m. and p.m. session of DH services in order to be able to provide service to as many people as we can. Individuals will be in static groups and assigned to a specific classroom. Any activities scheduled in common areas will be done with only one group at a time and the common area will be cleaned in between uses. Activity supplies will not be shared as much as possible and santizied frequently and in between use. Fire drills will be held quarterly and implemented in both the am and pm sessions. Social distancing and staggered departure from the program will not be possible during the evacuation as it is critical that individuals understand the need to leave immediately upon hearing the alarm. Social distancing will be employed at the meeting area as much as possible, while ensuring safety and supervision levels. Groups will not intermingle. Prior to entry to the facility, a health screening will be conducted for individuals, employees and visitors that must be passed. Anyone who fails the health screening will not be admitted to the facility and a written information sheet will be provided regarding health care and testing resources. In cases where program staff provide transportation, the health screening of individuals will be done upon pick up. Individuals who fail the screening will not be transported to program. The supervisor, team leader, R.N. or LPN will conduct a review of the daily health screenings in accordance with OPWDD guidance. Staff will be trained on reporting, symptoms, exposure, etc. A return to program note from a physician will be required for any individual who has tested positive or has symptoms consistent with Covid-19. If the individual is quarantined as a result of a member of their household testing positive, a release from quarantine from the DOH will be required prior to return to program. Employees who test positive will follow the return to work guidance prior to returning to the site. In the event that an employee, visitor or individual develop symptoms during the program day, the employee or visitor will be asked to leave immediately. Individuals will be brought to a separate room away from all other individuals, contact made to their care provider and monitored until transport home. Appropriate reporting to OPWDD and the LHD will be done in accordance to current guidance. The number of individuals assigned to each classroom will be based on the square footage of the room, taking into account furniture, room shape, etc. Markers will be placed on the floor to assist staff and individuals to maintain spacing. Where possible, specific bathrooms will be assigned to specific classrooms. Individuals will remain in their classroom during transportation time and brought individually to their transport to reduce traffic in the hallways. The front door will be used for transportation drop off and the side door used for transportation pick up. Common areas will be used by only one classroom grouping at a time and cleaned in between uses. Staff break areas will have capacity limitation and breaks will be staggered accordingly. Supports will be provided to individuals accordingly to practice social distancing. *In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. . We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently. We are still determining people returning, etc. After that we will be looking at people living in certified IRAs.
ARC of Onondaga
Day Habilitation
Site based
600 S. Wilbur Ave.
Syracuse NY, 13204
Syracuse NY, 13204
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: am and pm sessions offered at this time.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
At this time, families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the Day Program whenever feasible to assist in reducing risk. The Day Program will work with families who have a hardship in doing this. Individuals attending different day programs will not be transported together. When individuals who live in IRA's return to Day Program, the residential facility will be asked to transport whenever possible. The Day Program will work with Residential Providers who have a hardship in doing this. Arrivals will use the front door of the program and will be brought in individually by employees following their screening and hand hygiene. Departures will use the side door and will be brought to the vehicle individually. During transportation, all employees will wear face coverings and individuals will be supported to do so; windows will be rolled down, weather permitting; seating will be spaced and vehicle capacity will be at 50%. Individuals who cannot/will not tolerate the use of face masks will be transported alone whenever possible. If they must be transported with others, they will sit as far away as possible near an open window. The vehicle will be cleaned in between uses. Cleaning supplies will be stocked in the vehicle in a locked container.
At this time, families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the Day Program whenever feasible to assist in reducing risk. The Day Program will work with families who have a hardship in doing this. Individuals attending different day programs will not be transported together. When individuals who live in IRA's return to Day Program, the residential facility will be asked to transport whenever possible. The Day Program will work with Residential Providers who have a hardship in doing this. Arrivals will use the front door of the program and will be brought in individually by employees following their screening and hand hygiene. Departures will use the side door and will be brought to the vehicle individually. During transportation, all employees will wear face coverings and individuals will be supported to do so; windows will be rolled down, weather permitting; seating will be spaced and vehicle capacity will be at 50%. Individuals who cannot/will not tolerate the use of face masks will be transported alone whenever possible. If they must be transported with others, they will sit as far away as possible near an open window. The vehicle will be cleaned in between uses. Cleaning supplies will be stocked in the vehicle in a locked container.
Other Considerations:
At this time, we plan to offer an a.m. and p.m. session of DH service to individuals. The program will be cleaned in between sessions and at the end of the day. Based on the size of the classrooms, the number of individuals will be well below the allowed capacity. Individuals and staff will be assigned to a specific classroom on an ongoing basis. As much as possible, the same staff will be scheduled to work with the same individuals throughout the day. Meals or snacks will occur in the classroom and there will be no sharing of food/beverages. Families will be asked to send meals/snacks that have limited preparation at program. In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently. We are still determining people returning, etc. After that we will be looking at people living in certified IRAs. In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. . We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently.
At this time, we plan to offer an a.m. and p.m. session of DH service to individuals. The program will be cleaned in between sessions and at the end of the day. Based on the size of the classrooms, the number of individuals will be well below the allowed capacity. Individuals and staff will be assigned to a specific classroom on an ongoing basis. As much as possible, the same staff will be scheduled to work with the same individuals throughout the day. Meals or snacks will occur in the classroom and there will be no sharing of food/beverages. Families will be asked to send meals/snacks that have limited preparation at program. In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently. We are still determining people returning, etc. After that we will be looking at people living in certified IRAs. In terms of intakes, it will depend on the person’s situation, as well as the benefits of attending a structured program and the risks involved. . We have opened our locations first to people living with their families, living in Family Care or living independently.
ARC of Onondaga
Day Habilitation
site based
600 S. Wilbur Ave.
Syracuse NY, 13204
Syracuse NY, 13204
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: am and pm sessions offered
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
50% capacity of vehicle with staggered departure and arrival times. Only individuals and staff traveling to and from the same day habilitation program will be transported together. Vehicles will be cleaned and disinfected in after each transport. Staff and driver will always wear face coverings when in the vehicle. At this time families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the day program whenever possible to assist in reducing risk. Please see attached plan for more information.
50% capacity of vehicle with staggered departure and arrival times. Only individuals and staff traveling to and from the same day habilitation program will be transported together. Vehicles will be cleaned and disinfected in after each transport. Staff and driver will always wear face coverings when in the vehicle. At this time families will be asked to transport individuals to and from the day program whenever possible to assist in reducing risk. Please see attached plan for more information.
Other Considerations:
New referrals are being considered based on each individual and risks involved as well as the benefits of attending a structured program. First consideration is being given to individuals living with families, living in family care or living independently, after that individuals who live in IRAs will be considered.
New referrals are being considered based on each individual and risks involved as well as the benefits of attending a structured program. First consideration is being given to individuals living with families, living in family care or living independently, after that individuals who live in IRAs will be considered.
Program Contact Info
Ellen Gutmaker, Executive DIrecotr
(315) 476-7441
Program Site Location
500 Old Liverpool Road
Liverpool NY, 13088
500 Old Liverpool Road
Liverpool NY, 13088
Life Song Inc
Day Habilitation
Day Habilitation Without Walls
1536 Crescent Rd.
Clifton Park NY, 12065
Clifton Park NY, 12065
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Masks or other appropriate face coverings will be required when being transported in the van, which will have reduced capacity, and loaded from back to front, with vents open. Windows will be open whenever possible. Individual groups will remain constant (no changes) from pick up to drop off with the vehicle being disinfected daily after use.
Masks or other appropriate face coverings will be required when being transported in the van, which will have reduced capacity, and loaded from back to front, with vents open. Windows will be open whenever possible. Individual groups will remain constant (no changes) from pick up to drop off with the vehicle being disinfected daily after use.
Other Considerations:
Two handwashing stations are available with no touch soap dispensers in each space, with signage for how to properly wash hands. Hand sanitizer is available in at least two locations in each space as well as each van. Daily sanitation throughout the office space and classrooms will be performed and a log will be maintained. Tools in classrooms such as the wood shop and art room will not be shared, and will be disinfected between each use. Staff will be re-trained on 7/20/2020 regarding when to wash hands, how to wash hands and how to disinfect a vehicle. Training logs will be kept in the EHR system.
Two handwashing stations are available with no touch soap dispensers in each space, with signage for how to properly wash hands. Hand sanitizer is available in at least two locations in each space as well as each van. Daily sanitation throughout the office space and classrooms will be performed and a log will be maintained. Tools in classrooms such as the wood shop and art room will not be shared, and will be disinfected between each use. Staff will be re-trained on 7/20/2020 regarding when to wash hands, how to wash hands and how to disinfect a vehicle. Training logs will be kept in the EHR system.
Program Contact Info
Scott Hamilton, Director of Day Services
(518) 406-5157
Arc of Otsego
Day Habilitation
35 Academy Street
PO Box 490 Oneonta NY, 13820
PO Box 490 Oneonta NY, 13820
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation: 1. All minivans will have 1 staff driver and no more than 3 passengers. 2. All wheelchair vans will have 1 staff driver and no more than 2 passengers. 3. All vans will have all surfaces wiped down after each use (post trip checklist), and will have a set of disinfecting items in each van. 4. Masks will be required to be worn by all during transport. 5. Day Programs would be responsible for transport of individuals living at home, in family care and non-Arc residences. (Residential responsible for transporting individuals to Day Programs
Transportation: 1. All minivans will have 1 staff driver and no more than 3 passengers. 2. All wheelchair vans will have 1 staff driver and no more than 2 passengers. 3. All vans will have all surfaces wiped down after each use (post trip checklist), and will have a set of disinfecting items in each van. 4. Masks will be required to be worn by all during transport. 5. Day Programs would be responsible for transport of individuals living at home, in family care and non-Arc residences. (Residential responsible for transporting individuals to Day Programs
Other Considerations:
Site/Program: 1. All staff will follow the established PPE guidelines as set forth by Karen Bazan, HSC/RN (i.e. wearing of mask/facial coverings), disinfection of high touch surfaces, health screenings including temperature checks, frequent washing of hands, maintaining social distancing as much as possible. 2. All sites will have disinfection stations with common disinfection products and PPE. 3. All individuals will be required to wear masks/facial covering while in vans and while at program. 4. Room assignments may change for individuals to ensure social distancing can be practiced. 5. Individuals lunch/break times will be adjusted to meet the supervisory needs and maintain social distancing between individuals. 6. Staff lunch/break times will be adjusted to meet the social distancing guidelines. (No more than 2 staff in Staff Lounge at any given time and must sit at least 6ft apart.
Site/Program: 1. All staff will follow the established PPE guidelines as set forth by Karen Bazan, HSC/RN (i.e. wearing of mask/facial coverings), disinfection of high touch surfaces, health screenings including temperature checks, frequent washing of hands, maintaining social distancing as much as possible. 2. All sites will have disinfection stations with common disinfection products and PPE. 3. All individuals will be required to wear masks/facial covering while in vans and while at program. 4. Room assignments may change for individuals to ensure social distancing can be practiced. 5. Individuals lunch/break times will be adjusted to meet the supervisory needs and maintain social distancing between individuals. 6. Staff lunch/break times will be adjusted to meet the social distancing guidelines. (No more than 2 staff in Staff Lounge at any given time and must sit at least 6ft apart.
Program Contact Info
Sara Hanlon, Director of Quality Life Planning
(607) 433-8417
Program Site Location
35 Academy Street
Oneonta NY, 13820
35 Academy Street
Oneonta NY, 13820
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Community Habilitation
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Endicott NY, 13760
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Community Habilitation staff and individuals receiving this service are social distancing and wearing masks. Normal hours are being followed with normal activities in accordance with NYS PAUSE guidance.
Community Habilitation staff and individuals receiving this service are social distancing and wearing masks. Normal hours are being followed with normal activities in accordance with NYS PAUSE guidance.
Program Contact Info
Emily Harris,
(607) 427-2408
Program Site Location
individuals homes
NY,
individuals homes
NY,
Community, Work & Independence, Inc.
Day Habilitation
16 Pearl Street
PO Box 303 Glens Falls NY, 12801
PO Box 303 Glens Falls NY, 12801
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Community prevoc has developed a transportation plan, ensuring that only individuals and staff from the same cohort will be transported together. When transporting individuals we will reduce capacity on vans to 50% of total capacity (3 individuals plus the staff-driver). Groups use of the hub site will be staggered with one using it in the AM and another in the PM, while the majority of service time will be in the community. Hub sites will be disinfected between groups. Community Prevoc is using mini vans for transport with a maximum occupancy of 3 individuals and staff-driver. The van will be seated from back to front and exited from front to back to minimize individual's proximity to each other. Only one individual will sit in a row. Staff will be required to wear masks when transporting individuals. Staff who cannot medically tolerate use of a face mask will not be assigned to assist with transportation. Individuals who can tolerate a mask will be coached/supported to wear their masks while riding. Vehicles will be cleaned and disinfected by each respective driver at the start of the shift, in between individuals/groups and at the end of day. Staff will roll down windows in vehicles as is safe and appropriate to permit air flow.
Community prevoc has developed a transportation plan, ensuring that only individuals and staff from the same cohort will be transported together. When transporting individuals we will reduce capacity on vans to 50% of total capacity (3 individuals plus the staff-driver). Groups use of the hub site will be staggered with one using it in the AM and another in the PM, while the majority of service time will be in the community. Hub sites will be disinfected between groups. Community Prevoc is using mini vans for transport with a maximum occupancy of 3 individuals and staff-driver. The van will be seated from back to front and exited from front to back to minimize individual's proximity to each other. Only one individual will sit in a row. Staff will be required to wear masks when transporting individuals. Staff who cannot medically tolerate use of a face mask will not be assigned to assist with transportation. Individuals who can tolerate a mask will be coached/supported to wear their masks while riding. Vehicles will be cleaned and disinfected by each respective driver at the start of the shift, in between individuals/groups and at the end of day. Staff will roll down windows in vehicles as is safe and appropriate to permit air flow.
Other Considerations:
CWI will maintain visitor logs identifying the name and contact information for all visitors. A Community Prevoc managers have been identified as the health and safety site monitors for this service and will file all health screenings daily. CWI has policies and procedures in place for the reporting of any individual or staff who has received a positive COVID-19 test result. The respective manager notifies the CWI Quality Assurance staff, who in turn notify the local health department and OPWDD. In the event of a positive test result, Community Prevoc Managers and QA staff will be required to trace all contacts in the workplace through building sign-in logs, health assessment forms and KRONOS (electronic time keeping system). Managers will provide the CWI Quality Assurance staff with the list of contacts and QA staff will then notify the health department of all staff, individuals and visitors who entered the facility dating back to 48 hours before the positive person began experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or tested positive, maintaining confidentiality as required by federal and state law and regulations.
CWI will maintain visitor logs identifying the name and contact information for all visitors. A Community Prevoc managers have been identified as the health and safety site monitors for this service and will file all health screenings daily. CWI has policies and procedures in place for the reporting of any individual or staff who has received a positive COVID-19 test result. The respective manager notifies the CWI Quality Assurance staff, who in turn notify the local health department and OPWDD. In the event of a positive test result, Community Prevoc Managers and QA staff will be required to trace all contacts in the workplace through building sign-in logs, health assessment forms and KRONOS (electronic time keeping system). Managers will provide the CWI Quality Assurance staff with the list of contacts and QA staff will then notify the health department of all staff, individuals and visitors who entered the facility dating back to 48 hours before the positive person began experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or tested positive, maintaining confidentiality as required by federal and state law and regulations.
Southern Tier Independence Center-STIC
Community Habilitation
135 E. Frederick Street
Binghamton NY, 13904
Binghamton NY, 13904
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff work with individuals one on one. Staff wear masks and encourage individuals to wear masks and distance as much as possible within the vehicle.
Staff work with individuals one on one. Staff wear masks and encourage individuals to wear masks and distance as much as possible within the vehicle.
Other Considerations:
Staff are working one on one with members. Sometimes in person, sometimes via telehealth (zoom or facebook messenger). Some members have opted out of services at this time. Community Habilitation has been able to assist with necessary errands for people such as dog walking, picking up medications and grocery shopping. Currently community habilitation is being provided to individuals that reside in the community as the executive order has limited their ability to complete community habilitation services within IRA's. STIC is also providing masks to all their staff and individuals receiving community habilitation. A letter is being sent to all individuals receiving services with safety precautions due to COVID.
Staff are working one on one with members. Sometimes in person, sometimes via telehealth (zoom or facebook messenger). Some members have opted out of services at this time. Community Habilitation has been able to assist with necessary errands for people such as dog walking, picking up medications and grocery shopping. Currently community habilitation is being provided to individuals that reside in the community as the executive order has limited their ability to complete community habilitation services within IRA's. STIC is also providing masks to all their staff and individuals receiving community habilitation. A letter is being sent to all individuals receiving services with safety precautions due to COVID.
Program Contact Info
Lucretia Hesco, Habilitation Director
(607) 724-2111
Program Site Location
at homes and community
NY,
at homes and community
NY,
United Helpers Behavioral Health and Life Skills
Day Habilitation
100 Ford St.
Ogdensburg NY, 13669
Ogdensburg NY, 13669
Reopening Date: 7/23/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 3-Sep
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
50% occupancy in the agency vehicles, wear a mask, alternate seating, disinfecting after each run.
50% occupancy in the agency vehicles, wear a mask, alternate seating, disinfecting after each run.
Other Considerations:
Screenings at the door, wearing masks are required. Any changes will be updated on their website. www.unitedhelpers.org
Screenings at the door, wearing masks are required. Any changes will be updated on their website. www.unitedhelpers.org
Program Contact Info
Courtney Hewitt, Community Services Coordinator
(315) 393-3072
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
With Walls
314 South Manning Blvd
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation is provided, and families are also welcome to provide transport as well.
Transportation is provided, and families are also welcome to provide transport as well.
Other Considerations:
During this time people are temporarily being served at one of three locations, based on which is geographically closest to their home. This is a safety precaution to ensure the least amount of time in an enclosed vehicle. Locations are as follows: 700 South Pearl Street Albany 2 Charles Park Blvd Guilderland Helping Hand Lane Glenville
During this time people are temporarily being served at one of three locations, based on which is geographically closest to their home. This is a safety precaution to ensure the least amount of time in an enclosed vehicle. Locations are as follows: 700 South Pearl Street Albany 2 Charles Park Blvd Guilderland Helping Hand Lane Glenville
Program Contact Info
Glenn Hobbs, Director Adult Services
(518) 362-1054
Program Site Location
2 Charles Park Blvd
Guilderland NY, 12084
2 Charles Park Blvd
Guilderland NY, 12084
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Day Habilitation
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Endicott NY, 13760
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: HCA offers Day Hab without walls. They have provided updates to families via telephonic conferences. Day Hab without walls has been modified to meet COVID precautions by encouraging activities which allow social distancing, only transporting together individuals that reside in the same house and working around mealtimes to limit any exposure to COVD 19.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
HCA offers Day Hab without walls. They have provided updates to families via telephonic conferences. Day Hab without walls has been modified to meet COVID precautions by encouraging activities which allow social distancing, only transporting together individuals that reside in the same house and working around mealtimes to limit any exposure to COVD 19.
HCA offers Day Hab without walls. They have provided updates to families via telephonic conferences. Day Hab without walls has been modified to meet COVID precautions by encouraging activities which allow social distancing, only transporting together individuals that reside in the same house and working around mealtimes to limit any exposure to COVD 19.
The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence
Supported Employment
968 Bradley Street
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date: 7/29/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8 am-11 am or 12 pm - 3 pm
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff are picking up/dropping off members utilizing agency vehicles and providing 1:1 services. Vehicles will be cleaned after each trip.
Staff are picking up/dropping off members utilizing agency vehicles and providing 1:1 services. Vehicles will be cleaned after each trip.
Other Considerations:
Referrals are still being accepted at this time, however, due to staffing shortages there is currently a waiting list. They have recently hired a new Manager for Community Pre-Voc. so Mary will be sending this information out to members as well as sharing this with me so I can share with my team. Volunteer sites are being utilized for Community Pre-Voc. services. Job readiness skills are being worked on utilizing community space (parks) when volunteer sites are not available. For those members that are high risk (age and/or compromised immune systems) staff are avoiding going to populated places to provide these services. All individuals will be given a fabric mask; staff have already been trained on portocols and safety. When going to individuals house, COVID-19 questions will be asked and temps. will be taken before the member can enter the vehicle. Families/households will be required to sign-off on forms that question if they have left the county within the past 30 days. Staff have been giving safety plan re-opening guidelines to families so they are kept informed. They are not utilizing the program location as much as possible due to other programs being provided at this location. Lunch breaks have been eliminated at this time as well.
Referrals are still being accepted at this time, however, due to staffing shortages there is currently a waiting list. They have recently hired a new Manager for Community Pre-Voc. so Mary will be sending this information out to members as well as sharing this with me so I can share with my team. Volunteer sites are being utilized for Community Pre-Voc. services. Job readiness skills are being worked on utilizing community space (parks) when volunteer sites are not available. For those members that are high risk (age and/or compromised immune systems) staff are avoiding going to populated places to provide these services. All individuals will be given a fabric mask; staff have already been trained on portocols and safety. When going to individuals house, COVID-19 questions will be asked and temps. will be taken before the member can enter the vehicle. Families/households will be required to sign-off on forms that question if they have left the county within the past 30 days. Staff have been giving safety plan re-opening guidelines to families so they are kept informed. They are not utilizing the program location as much as possible due to other programs being provided at this location. Lunch breaks have been eliminated at this time as well.
Program Contact Info
Mary Hughson, Adm. of Community Based Employment
(315) 836-1421
Program Site Location
Not available
NY,
Not available
NY,
ARC of Delaware county
Day Habilitation
34570 st hwy 10
walton NY, 13856
walton NY, 13856
Reopening Date: 8/14/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
cars, vans and buses are being use to accommodate social distancing
cars, vans and buses are being use to accommodate social distancing
Other Considerations:
Opening for a small number of people. All that will be attending have been notified. If all goes well, numbers will grow.
Opening for a small number of people. All that will be attending have been notified. If all goes well, numbers will grow.
Program Contact Info
Sherri Hull, Director of Day Hab-Thrive
(607) 865-7126
Program Site Location
34570 st hwy 10
walton NY, 13856
34570 st hwy 10
walton NY, 13856
ARISE
Respite
site based respite
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services. Following state guidelines for day care and day camps. Before entering program members have temperature checked and are assessed for COVID 19 risk.
Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services. Following state guidelines for day care and day camps. Before entering program members have temperature checked and are assessed for COVID 19 risk.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Programs and Services
(315) 671-5107
ARISE
Assistive Technology
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Porgrams and Services
(315) 671-5107
Program Site Location
1972 New Boston Rd.
Chittenango NY, 13037
1972 New Boston Rd.
Chittenango NY, 13037
ARISE
Supported Employment
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Programs and Services
(315) 671-5107
Program Site Location
1091 Northside Shopping Center
Oneida NY, 13421
1091 Northside Shopping Center
Oneida NY, 13421
ARISE
Community Habilitation
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Porgrams and Services
(315) 671-5107
Program Site Location
1091 Northside Shopping Center
Oneida NY, 13421
1091 Northside Shopping Center
Oneida NY, 13421
ARISE
Supported Employment
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Programs and Services
(315) 671-5107
Program Site Location
Creekside Plaza State rt 104
Oswego NY, 13126
Creekside Plaza State rt 104
Oswego NY, 13126
ARISE
Community Habilitation
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Programs and Services
(315) 671-5107
Program Site Location
Creekside Plaza State Rt. 104
Oswego NY, 13126
Creekside Plaza State Rt. 104
Oswego NY, 13126
ARISE
Community Habilitation
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Kristen Jackson, Director of Programs and Services
(315) 671-5107
Program Site Location
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
ARISE
Respite
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Program Contact Info
Krisrten Jackson, Director of Porgrams and Services
(315) 671-5107
Richmond Community Services
Day Habilitation
272 N. Bedford Rd
Mount Kisco NY, 10549
Mount Kisco NY, 10549
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Not really, as not many people are currently attending. Program has observed guidance from OPWDD.
Not really, as not many people are currently attending. Program has observed guidance from OPWDD.
Other Considerations:
The Program is welcoming members back who can appropriately social distance, wear masks, and take precautions. All members must get tested before they go back to program. Although they are accepting new referrals, the process might take longer that usual due to the current circumstances.
The Program is welcoming members back who can appropriately social distance, wear masks, and take precautions. All members must get tested before they go back to program. Although they are accepting new referrals, the process might take longer that usual due to the current circumstances.
Program Contact Info
Monique Johnson, Director of Day Habilitation Services
(914) 323-8004
Program Site Location
272 N. Bedford Rd
Mount Kisco NY, 10549
272 N. Bedford Rd
Mount Kisco NY, 10549
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Support Broker
840 Upper Front Street
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
HCA continues to work with independent brokers.
HCA continues to work with independent brokers.
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Fiscal Intermediary
840 Upper Front Street
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Fiscal Intermediary program remains open. Telehealth services are offered and precautions related to COVID-19 precautions with social distancing and masks. Health screening occurs at the beginning of every shift.
Fiscal Intermediary program remains open. Telehealth services are offered and precautions related to COVID-19 precautions with social distancing and masks. Health screening occurs at the beginning of every shift.
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Individual Directed Goods and Services
840 Upper Front Street
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Individual Directed Good and Services program remains open. Telehealth services are offered and precautions related to COVID-19 precautions with social distancing and masks.
Individual Directed Good and Services program remains open. Telehealth services are offered and precautions related to COVID-19 precautions with social distancing and masks.
Disabled Persons Action Organization
Day Habilitation
633 Davidson Street
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Hours are now 9 am - 2 pm
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
They are restricted to 10 members/day. The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence is not providing transportation at this time. DPAO will be picking up 3-5 members a day utilizing their vans for those needing transport. Other members will be transported to/from program by their family. People that reside at IRA's will be transported to/from program by the residences.
They are restricted to 10 members/day. The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence is not providing transportation at this time. DPAO will be picking up 3-5 members a day utilizing their vans for those needing transport. Other members will be transported to/from program by their family. People that reside at IRA's will be transported to/from program by the residences.
Other Considerations:
They are accepting new referrals but not sure how soon people will be added to the program due to current restrictions.
They are accepting new referrals but not sure how soon people will be added to the program due to current restrictions.
E.John Gavras Center
Day Habilitation
182 North Street
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: varies accoridng to member
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
In speaking with Mark Reppi-Director of OPWDD Services he stated this service is still going. They did not have to submit an opening plan because they did not have to pause . They are operating at a smaller capacity though due to some people not wanting services provided at this time. They are accepting referrals.
In speaking with Mark Reppi-Director of OPWDD Services he stated this service is still going. They did not have to submit an opening plan because they did not have to pause . They are operating at a smaller capacity though due to some people not wanting services provided at this time. They are accepting referrals.
Program Contact Info
Marie Leubner, Day Hab( without walls) Team Leader
(315) 255-2746
Wildwood Programs
Respite
Recreational respite
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Latham NY, 12210
Reopening Date: 10/1/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Recreational respite will be reopening for October 1st with limited community outings. Mini vans are utilized to transport individuals with a maximum of three people including the driver.
Recreational respite will be reopening for October 1st with limited community outings. Mini vans are utilized to transport individuals with a maximum of three people including the driver.
Other Considerations:
New referral will be accepted for January A letter and email will be sent out to individual/ families regarding the changes that are implements along with what Wildwood Programs is doing to ensure safety. CDC guidelines are implemented and carried out.
New referral will be accepted for January A letter and email will be sent out to individual/ families regarding the changes that are implements along with what Wildwood Programs is doing to ensure safety. CDC guidelines are implemented and carried out.
Program Contact Info
Lisa Liopiris, Director of Recreational respite
(518) 225-7734
Program Site Location
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Ahivim
Community Habilitation
6 Mountain Road #204
Monroe NY, 10950
Monroe NY, 10950
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 2-Sep
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No official transportation for Day Programs
No official transportation for Day Programs
Other Considerations:
Never closed completely/ did small groups/ 1:1 or telehealth
Never closed completely/ did small groups/ 1:1 or telehealth
Program Contact Info
Joel Lustigman, Director of Waiver Services
(845) 774-7000
North Star Industries/Citizen Advocates
Day Habilitation
Day Habilitation on site~South Franklin County
125 Finney Boulevard
Malone NY, 12953
Malone NY, 12953
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Transitional plans have been modified to accomodate for all COVID related procedures
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
OPWDD has not approved their reopening plan, plan being revised.
OPWDD has not approved their reopening plan, plan being revised.
Program Contact Info
Kurt Lyon, unknown
(518) 651-2846
Program Site Location
33 Petrova Ave.
Saranac Lake NY, 12983
33 Petrova Ave.
Saranac Lake NY, 12983
North Star Industries/Citizen Advocates
Day Habilitation
Day Habilitation on site~North Franklin County
125 Finney Boulevard
Malone NY, 12953
Malone NY, 12953
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Transitional plans have been modified to accomodate for all COVID related procedures
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
OPWDD has not approved their re opening plan, plan is being revised, hesitation to send safety plan at this time
OPWDD has not approved their re opening plan, plan is being revised, hesitation to send safety plan at this time
Program Contact Info
Kurt Lyon, unknown
(518) 651-2846
Program Site Location
324 County Road 51
Malone NY, 12953
324 County Road 51
Malone NY, 12953
Anderson Center For Autism
Day Habilitation
4885 Route 9
Staatsburgh NY, 12580
Staatsburgh NY, 12580
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
G. Transportation a. Arrival and dismissal times will be staggered to and from the Day Habilitation buildings b. Individuals and staff from the same IRAs will transport together c. All staff will wear face masks while transporting; Individuals receiving services will be encouraged to wear a face mask or covering d. Each van will be thoroughly cleaned after each use by assigned DHI and DHS
G. Transportation a. Arrival and dismissal times will be staggered to and from the Day Habilitation buildings b. Individuals and staff from the same IRAs will transport together c. All staff will wear face masks while transporting; Individuals receiving services will be encouraged to wear a face mask or covering d. Each van will be thoroughly cleaned after each use by assigned DHI and DHS
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Sean Mackey, Director of Adult Services
(845) 889-9152
Program Site Location
22 Bill Horton Way Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, 3038 Route 9W Saugerties, NY 12477, 378 Violet Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, 199 West Road Pleasant Valley, NY 12569
NY,
22 Bill Horton Way Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, 3038 Route 9W Saugerties, NY 12477, 378 Violet Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, 199 West Road Pleasant Valley, NY 12569
NY,
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Supported Employment
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Endicott NY, 13760
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Supported Employment-SEMP is continuing with following DOH guidelines of social distancing and mask wearing. At times this service is offered via telehealth meetings with individuals.
Supported Employment-SEMP is continuing with following DOH guidelines of social distancing and mask wearing. At times this service is offered via telehealth meetings with individuals.
Other Considerations:
Supported Employment-SEMP is continuing with following DOH guidelines of social distancing and mask wearing. At times this service is offered via telehealth meetings with individuals.
Supported Employment-SEMP is continuing with following DOH guidelines of social distancing and mask wearing. At times this service is offered via telehealth meetings with individuals.
AIM INC
Day Habilitation
4227 Route 50
Saratoga Springs NY, 12866
Saratoga Springs NY, 12866
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
They do provide limited transportation 6 feet apart and all have to wear masks.
They do provide limited transportation 6 feet apart and all have to wear masks.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Brooke Mattison, Director of Day Services
(518) 430-2247
Arc Herkimer
Day Habilitation
350 S. Washington St
PO Box 271 Herkimer NY, 13350
PO Box 271 Herkimer NY, 13350
Reopening Date: 7/21/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8-3:30 pm
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Arc Herkimer is utilizing certified and un-certified settings to allow for increased social distancing. Individuals may not attend program in the same location that they did before. Location is assigned to allow for cohorts of people that reside together to stay together. Situations are discussed individually with families. Pick up/drop off times maybe different. We will work with families to determine this to increase distancing and reduced capacity on buses.
Arc Herkimer is utilizing certified and un-certified settings to allow for increased social distancing. Individuals may not attend program in the same location that they did before. Location is assigned to allow for cohorts of people that reside together to stay together. Situations are discussed individually with families. Pick up/drop off times maybe different. We will work with families to determine this to increase distancing and reduced capacity on buses.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Robin Mattox,
Jawonio, Inc
Day Habilitation
260 N. Little tor road
new city NY, 10956
new city NY, 10956
Reopening Date: 7/21/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Vehicle runs are being made with 50% capacity and individuals sitting in every other bench with PPE. More staggered runs are being considered to accomodate growing number of enrollees.
Vehicle runs are being made with 50% capacity and individuals sitting in every other bench with PPE. More staggered runs are being considered to accomodate growing number of enrollees.
Other Considerations:
The day programs are set up for small groups right now. The enrollment is low and only community members at the moment. They are working with 2 local agencies to work out transportation for IRA residents to begin coming back to program soon.
The day programs are set up for small groups right now. The enrollment is low and only community members at the moment. They are working with 2 local agencies to work out transportation for IRA residents to begin coming back to program soon.
Institute of Applied Human Dynamics
Day Habilitation
3625 Bainbridge Ave
Bronx NY, 10467
Bronx NY, 10467
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Not confirmed yet
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Currently in discussion with OPWDD
Currently in discussion with OPWDD
Other Considerations:
Anyone interested in the program could reach out to the intake specialist for more information. Although no intakes have been completed during COVID, families are still welcomed to reach out if interested.
Anyone interested in the program could reach out to the intake specialist for more information. Although no intakes have been completed during COVID, families are still welcomed to reach out if interested.
Program Contact Info
Erin McSorley, Director of Day Services
(347) 728-4425
Program Site Location
32 Warren Ave
Tarrytown NY, 10591
32 Warren Ave
Tarrytown NY, 10591
Onondaga Community College/College for Living
Day Habilitation
4585 West Seneca Turnpike Coyne Hall
Syracuse NY, 13215
Syracuse NY, 13215
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Staggered 8:30a-1p and 10a-2:30p
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Empire is the vendor and they are staggering transport routes to accommodate 50% occupancy. Empire also has their own COVID-19 safety plan.
Empire is the vendor and they are staggering transport routes to accommodate 50% occupancy. Empire also has their own COVID-19 safety plan.
Other Considerations:
The plan has been passed by the board, but not yet submitted to OPwDD. There will be a double screening process (first by Empire transport, then by OCC). Due to COVID-19, no new referrals, however they will consider in the future. Currently serving individuals that reside in the community with the exception of one that lives in a group home setting.
The plan has been passed by the board, but not yet submitted to OPwDD. There will be a double screening process (first by Empire transport, then by OCC). Due to COVID-19, no new referrals, however they will consider in the future. Currently serving individuals that reside in the community with the exception of one that lives in a group home setting.
Disabled Persons Action Organization
Respite
633 Davidson Street
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Parents are required to provide transportation to/from day programing to include utilization of the Respite house.
Parents are required to provide transportation to/from day programing to include utilization of the Respite house.
Other Considerations:
This service never closed, it's just on an as needed emergency basis; scheduling in advance for those going through crisis. The scheduling for crisis services is completed through Tina Cummings, Assistant Executive Director. The maximum capacity is 3 members/day; 1 member per bedroom. Kristina has 2 additional spots she can fill each day. Those members utilizing the Respite house receive all day programming. If the member is just utilizing hourly waiver respite services, DPAO requires full face masks, temp. checks, frequent handwashing requirements, and family provides meals. DPAO also fully sanitizes throughout the day; bathrooms, tables, etc. and have info. regarding COVID-19 present throughout the buildings. Maximum members they can serve each day is 5 members.
This service never closed, it's just on an as needed emergency basis; scheduling in advance for those going through crisis. The scheduling for crisis services is completed through Tina Cummings, Assistant Executive Director. The maximum capacity is 3 members/day; 1 member per bedroom. Kristina has 2 additional spots she can fill each day. Those members utilizing the Respite house receive all day programming. If the member is just utilizing hourly waiver respite services, DPAO requires full face masks, temp. checks, frequent handwashing requirements, and family provides meals. DPAO also fully sanitizes throughout the day; bathrooms, tables, etc. and have info. regarding COVID-19 present throughout the buildings. Maximum members they can serve each day is 5 members.
Program Contact Info
Kristina Miller, Hourly Waiver Respite/Recreation Coordinator
(315) 782-5285
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date: 8/31/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
Center for Disability Services
Supported Employment
314 South Manning Blvd
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Center for Disability Services
Day Habilitation
With Walls
314 South Manning Blvd
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Albany NY, 12208
https://www.cfdsny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation being provided. Families are also welcome to provide transportation.
Transportation being provided. Families are also welcome to provide transportation.
Other Considerations:
Members are temporarily being served at one of three locations that is geographically closest to their home. This is a safety precaution to reduce the amount of time in an enclosed vehicle. Open locations are: 700 S. Pearl Street Albany NY Charles Park Guilderland NY Helping Hands Lane Glenville NY
Members are temporarily being served at one of three locations that is geographically closest to their home. This is a safety precaution to reduce the amount of time in an enclosed vehicle. Open locations are: 700 S. Pearl Street Albany NY Charles Park Guilderland NY Helping Hands Lane Glenville NY
Program Contact Info
Brian Monoco, Director Adult Services
(518) 427-2212
Program Site Location
700 South Pearl Street
Albany NY, 12202
700 South Pearl Street
Albany NY, 12202
Liberty Resources
Day Habilitation
1065 James Street
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date: 8/12/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff's vehicles are currently limited to only 2 individuals being transported at a time, unless a van is used and then three individuals may be transported (50% capacity reduction unless they are coming from the same home). Individuals that are transported together will remain in the same group together. Health assessments will be completed prior to entering the vehicle. Individuals and staff will be spread out in the vehicle as much as possible and they will wear a mask at all times, unless not medically able to do so. Staff will always wear a mask in the vehicle, and will not be assigned transportation if they are not able to do so. If individuals cannot wear a mask, they will be transported alone or only with members of the same household. High-touch areas of the vehicles will be cleaned/disinfected at the beginning and end of the day, and as needed thro Only individuals traveling to and from the same day program should be transported together. Individuals transported together will be encouraged to be in the same groups for day services. Capacity in vehicles will be reduced to 50% capacity and efforts should be made to reduce close contact. (Individuals and staff who reside/work together in the same home may be transported in the same vehicle without a vehicle capacity restriction.) To the extent that they can medically tolerate one, individuals, staff, and the driver must wear face coverings at all times in the vehicle. For those individuals that cannot tolerate wearing a mask, social distancing must be maintained. These individuals should be transported alone or with members of the same household, when possible. Staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering should not be assigned to transport individuals. Before and after each trip, the interior of the vehicle will be thoroughly cleaned before additional individuals are transported. When appropriate, the windows should be rolled down to permit air flow and/or for vehicles using air conditioning that air recirculation be turned off so fresh air is brought into the vehicle.
Staff's vehicles are currently limited to only 2 individuals being transported at a time, unless a van is used and then three individuals may be transported (50% capacity reduction unless they are coming from the same home). Individuals that are transported together will remain in the same group together. Health assessments will be completed prior to entering the vehicle. Individuals and staff will be spread out in the vehicle as much as possible and they will wear a mask at all times, unless not medically able to do so. Staff will always wear a mask in the vehicle, and will not be assigned transportation if they are not able to do so. If individuals cannot wear a mask, they will be transported alone or only with members of the same household. High-touch areas of the vehicles will be cleaned/disinfected at the beginning and end of the day, and as needed thro Only individuals traveling to and from the same day program should be transported together. Individuals transported together will be encouraged to be in the same groups for day services. Capacity in vehicles will be reduced to 50% capacity and efforts should be made to reduce close contact. (Individuals and staff who reside/work together in the same home may be transported in the same vehicle without a vehicle capacity restriction.) To the extent that they can medically tolerate one, individuals, staff, and the driver must wear face coverings at all times in the vehicle. For those individuals that cannot tolerate wearing a mask, social distancing must be maintained. These individuals should be transported alone or with members of the same household, when possible. Staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering should not be assigned to transport individuals. Before and after each trip, the interior of the vehicle will be thoroughly cleaned before additional individuals are transported. When appropriate, the windows should be rolled down to permit air flow and/or for vehicles using air conditioning that air recirculation be turned off so fresh air is brought into the vehicle.
Other Considerations:
Furniture has already been rearranged to provide at least 6 feet of distance between individuals. Floor markings indicate where these seats are to be located. Floor markers have been added to show the direction that foot traffic should be going up and down the hallways. All rooms will have no more than 15 individuals at a time, excluding staff. Staff will work with individuals throughout the day regarding mask usage, hand hygiene, social distancing, what signs/markers to follow, etc. Staff will be assigned to work with the same group of individuals each day and will not be able to change groups unless approved by DH Leadership. DH Leadership will ensure there is little movement of staff to cover for staff that are absent or is taking a break. A daily cleaning list has been created and will be completed. Individuals will enter/exit through the back door of the building, unless there are unforeseen circumstances which prevent this from occurring.All rooms will have no more than 15 individuals at a time, excluding staff. Staff will be assigned to work with the same group of individuals each day and will not be able to change groups unless approved by DH Leadership. DH Leadership will ensure there is little movement of staff to cover for staff that are absent or is taking a break. All individuals will remain at their assigned area if they bring food that needs to be heated up in the microwave and staff will complete this task for them and return it to them when it is ready to eat. There will be no shared food or buffet style meals provided (i.e. - no drinks, coffee, cooking groups, etc.). All of the programs re-usable food utensils and storage containers will be washed in the dishwasher.Individuals/groups will remain in their assigned area unless they need to use the restroom or to complete an activity. If they have to leave the area, they will be encouraged to wear a mask if they can medically tolerate doing so. If they are unable to do so, they will need to socially distance themselves from other individuals. All individuals will have their own set of activities to utilize during the day. They will use hand hygiene before and after needing to share items (game pieces, scissors, etc.).
Furniture has already been rearranged to provide at least 6 feet of distance between individuals. Floor markings indicate where these seats are to be located. Floor markers have been added to show the direction that foot traffic should be going up and down the hallways. All rooms will have no more than 15 individuals at a time, excluding staff. Staff will work with individuals throughout the day regarding mask usage, hand hygiene, social distancing, what signs/markers to follow, etc. Staff will be assigned to work with the same group of individuals each day and will not be able to change groups unless approved by DH Leadership. DH Leadership will ensure there is little movement of staff to cover for staff that are absent or is taking a break. A daily cleaning list has been created and will be completed. Individuals will enter/exit through the back door of the building, unless there are unforeseen circumstances which prevent this from occurring.All rooms will have no more than 15 individuals at a time, excluding staff. Staff will be assigned to work with the same group of individuals each day and will not be able to change groups unless approved by DH Leadership. DH Leadership will ensure there is little movement of staff to cover for staff that are absent or is taking a break. All individuals will remain at their assigned area if they bring food that needs to be heated up in the microwave and staff will complete this task for them and return it to them when it is ready to eat. There will be no shared food or buffet style meals provided (i.e. - no drinks, coffee, cooking groups, etc.). All of the programs re-usable food utensils and storage containers will be washed in the dishwasher.Individuals/groups will remain in their assigned area unless they need to use the restroom or to complete an activity. If they have to leave the area, they will be encouraged to wear a mask if they can medically tolerate doing so. If they are unable to do so, they will need to socially distance themselves from other individuals. All individuals will have their own set of activities to utilize during the day. They will use hand hygiene before and after needing to share items (game pieces, scissors, etc.).
Program Contact Info
Jennifer Moore, Developmental Disabilities Director
(315) 425-1004
Program Site Location
6723 Towpath Road
Syracuse NY, 13214
6723 Towpath Road
Syracuse NY, 13214
St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES
Supported Employment
PO Box 457
Ogdensburg NY, 13669
Ogdensburg NY, 13669
Reopening Date: 8/1/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Do not transport N/A
Do not transport N/A
Other Considerations:
Numerous job development locations in the community. Address provided is mailing address only. No reopening plan submitted to OPWDD as they were exempt.
Numerous job development locations in the community. Address provided is mailing address only. No reopening plan submitted to OPWDD as they were exempt.
Program Contact Info
Lori Murray, School Administrator
(315) 386-4504
Program Site Location
PO Box 231
Canton NY, 13617
PO Box 231
Canton NY, 13617
Abilities First, Inc.
Day Habilitation
167 Myers Corners Road, Suite 202
Wappingers Falls NY, 12590
Wappingers Falls NY, 12590
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Per the attached Safety Plan: Transportation: • Only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together. Individuals or staff from other residences will not be intermingled for purposes of transportation at this time. • Seating will be limited to one person per row. To limit close contact sitting near each other or the driver will be avoided. All persons are required to wear a mask. Maximum capacity for vehicles will be 50 %. • The arrival times will be staggered to reduce density. • We have requested that families provide socially distant transportation whenever possible • Drivers will practice all safety actions and protocols such as hand hygiene and wearing a face covering at all times. • It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure the interior of the vehicle is thoroughly cleaned after each use. • Residential homes will transport each group of people who live together to day program. • AFI staff (driver) that complete private transport will continue to take temperatures and symptom checks of people who live in the community, prior to them getting onto our vehicles.
Per the attached Safety Plan: Transportation: • Only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together. Individuals or staff from other residences will not be intermingled for purposes of transportation at this time. • Seating will be limited to one person per row. To limit close contact sitting near each other or the driver will be avoided. All persons are required to wear a mask. Maximum capacity for vehicles will be 50 %. • The arrival times will be staggered to reduce density. • We have requested that families provide socially distant transportation whenever possible • Drivers will practice all safety actions and protocols such as hand hygiene and wearing a face covering at all times. • It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure the interior of the vehicle is thoroughly cleaned after each use. • Residential homes will transport each group of people who live together to day program. • AFI staff (driver) that complete private transport will continue to take temperatures and symptom checks of people who live in the community, prior to them getting onto our vehicles.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Mark Nace, Vice President of OPWDD & Community Services
(845) 485-9813
Program Site Location
70 Overocker Road, Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie NY, 12603
70 Overocker Road, Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie NY, 12603
Elmcrest Childrens Center
Respite
960 Salt Springs Rd
Syracuse NY, 13224
Syracuse NY, 13224
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: no changes to respite services
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
staff transports in agency vehicles
staff transports in agency vehicles
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Diane Nappa, Director of Disability Services
(315) 492-9990
Children's Aid Society (Wagon Road Camp)
Respite
431 Quaker Rd
Chappaqua NY, 10514
Chappaqua NY, 10514
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Not discussed
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
Wagon Road respite camp is accepting new referrals.
Wagon Road respite camp is accepting new referrals.
Program Contact Info
Gabby Naranjo, Director
(914) 238-4761
SPARC
Respite
Triangle Shopping Center (rear office building)
Yorktown Heights NY, 10598
Yorktown Heights NY, 10598
Reopening Date: 7/13/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Virtual programs are via Zoom
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No transportation provided. Many participants take Paratransit. Temperatures are checked for participants before arriving on Paratransit.
No transportation provided. Many participants take Paratransit. Temperatures are checked for participants before arriving on Paratransit.
Other Considerations:
All of the respite programs are out in the community at different parks and sites. The program has trips to the park on Wednesdays and Saturdays. All participants have their temperature taken before they join the group. If taking Paratransit, temperature needs to be taken before coming to the program and they must be notified. Day Program- "Link Up" Program- will be opening up the last week of August. The location is still TBD. The program also rents from Pace and Mercy college, but space has not been opened yet. The numbers will probably change from 8 per group instead of 12. Virtual yoga, dance, and social hour are done now, virtually.
All of the respite programs are out in the community at different parks and sites. The program has trips to the park on Wednesdays and Saturdays. All participants have their temperature taken before they join the group. If taking Paratransit, temperature needs to be taken before coming to the program and they must be notified. Day Program- "Link Up" Program- will be opening up the last week of August. The location is still TBD. The program also rents from Pace and Mercy college, but space has not been opened yet. The numbers will probably change from 8 per group instead of 12. Virtual yoga, dance, and social hour are done now, virtually.
Program Contact Info
Jessica Natalo, Director
(914) 243-0583
Program Site Location
N/A- see notes below
NY,
N/A- see notes below
NY,
GREYSTONE PROGRAMS, INC.
Respite
In Home Respite
700 South Drive
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes
no changes
Other Considerations:
In Home Respite has continued to operate through the pandemic.
In Home Respite has continued to operate through the pandemic.
Program Contact Info
Caren O'Brien Edwards, Director of Community Services
(845) 891-3069
GREYSTONE PROGRAMS, INC.
Community Habilitation
700 South Drive
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No changes to transportation. services provided individually.
No changes to transportation. services provided individually.
Other Considerations:
Com Hab services never shut down. Services continue to be provided through Telehealth and in person. Greystone available to provide services if/when individuals would like to continue receiving this support. Providing Com Hab for individuals living in the community, as well as to individuals living in IRA's. Services are being provided more at home and in open air spaces. Following safety protocols and supporting individuals in teaching safety skills when in the community.
Com Hab services never shut down. Services continue to be provided through Telehealth and in person. Greystone available to provide services if/when individuals would like to continue receiving this support. Providing Com Hab for individuals living in the community, as well as to individuals living in IRA's. Services are being provided more at home and in open air spaces. Following safety protocols and supporting individuals in teaching safety skills when in the community.
Program Contact Info
Caren O'Brien Edwards, Director of Community Services
(845) 891-3069
Disabled Persons Action Organization
Supported Employment
633 Davidson Street
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Yes. Some of the people we support were previously transported by The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence and they will not be providing these services at this time. DPAO is hoping to be able to provide transportation in the near future, but plans are not confirmed at this time.
Yes. Some of the people we support were previously transported by The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence and they will not be providing these services at this time. DPAO is hoping to be able to provide transportation in the near future, but plans are not confirmed at this time.
Other Considerations:
They are accepting new referrals but they are not sure how long the process will take due to the circumstances at hand.
They are accepting new referrals but they are not sure how long the process will take due to the circumstances at hand.
Cardinal McCloskey
Day Habilitation
115 E Stevens Ave Lower Level
Valhalla NY, 10595
Valhalla NY, 10595
Reopening Date: 9/7/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Not sure yet
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Not sure yet
Not sure yet
Other Considerations:
Day hab staff are currently providing day hab in CMCS group homes. Community individuals are given option to participate in Comm hab in lieu of day hab. Some individuals are doing Comm hab up to 2 hours per day. CMCS are looking to open the Valhalla site after labor day, but this is not confirmed. The site would probably be open from 9-1 or 10-2, but these plans are not definite for reopening yet. A new Ossining location will be opening in December or January.
Day hab staff are currently providing day hab in CMCS group homes. Community individuals are given option to participate in Comm hab in lieu of day hab. Some individuals are doing Comm hab up to 2 hours per day. CMCS are looking to open the Valhalla site after labor day, but this is not confirmed. The site would probably be open from 9-1 or 10-2, but these plans are not definite for reopening yet. A new Ossining location will be opening in December or January.
Racker
Community Habilitation
3226 Wilkins Road
Ithaca NY, 14850
Ithaca NY, 14850
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Program Contact Info
Marianne ODell, Director of HCBS Waiver Services
(607) 753-9376
Vanderheyden
Day Habilitation
Day hab with and without walls
614 Cooper Hill Road
Wyantskill NY, 12198
Wyantskill NY, 12198
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Included in the re-opening plan
Included in the re-opening plan
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Alicia O'Donnell, Day habilitation coordinator
(518) 805-8916
The Shield Institute
Day Habilitation
110 East 107th Street
New York NY, 10029
New York NY, 10029
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: tentative re-opening mid September
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Program does not provide their own transport- contracted out. Ensuring that Contract Co follows all safety precautions, including fewer participants on the vans, social distancing, overall decreased density, and frequent cleaning and sanitization.
Program does not provide their own transport- contracted out. Ensuring that Contract Co follows all safety precautions, including fewer participants on the vans, social distancing, overall decreased density, and frequent cleaning and sanitization.
Other Considerations:
Tentative program re-opening scheduled for mid-September, pending OPWDD approval. Plan is to decrease size of program, not use large common areas, not allow buffet-style meals, and follow all safety guidelines related to distancing, mask-wearing, and frequent sanitization.
Tentative program re-opening scheduled for mid-September, pending OPWDD approval. Plan is to decrease size of program, not use large common areas, not allow buffet-style meals, and follow all safety guidelines related to distancing, mask-wearing, and frequent sanitization.
Program Contact Info
Cheryl Oliver,
(212) 860-8400
Keli House Community Services
Community Habilitation
184 Route 216
Stormville NY, 12508
Stormville NY, 12508
Reopening Date: 8/1/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Home Incorporated
Day Habilitation
831 James Street
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes. agency will provide transportation
no changes. agency will provide transportation
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Celia Pannell-Briggs, Director
(315) 472-5110
Home Incorporated
Prevocational Services
831 James Street
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no change. Agency will continue to transport
no change. Agency will continue to transport
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Celia Pannell-Briggs, Director
(315) 472-5110
Home Incorporated
Respite
site based
831 James Street
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 24 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes. agency continues to provide transportation
no changes. agency continues to provide transportation
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Celia Pannell-Briggs, Director
(315) 472-5110
DDSO-Sherrill Office
Day Habilitation
130 East State Street, Suite 2
Sherrill NY, 13461
Sherrill NY, 13461
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: program is not yet open, still waiting for approval
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unsure of transportation at this time, plan is in development stages
unsure of transportation at this time, plan is in development stages
Other Considerations:
based on preliminary plan, some day hab in program, some will continue at home-plan has not yet been approved.
based on preliminary plan, some day hab in program, some will continue at home-plan has not yet been approved.
Program Contact Info
Deb Paternoster, Treatment Team Leader
(315) 363-9253
Program Site Location
5635 State Route 31
Verona NY, 13478
5635 State Route 31
Verona NY, 13478
Home Incorporated
Community Habilitation
831 James Street
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: community hab continued with a safety plan. Also providing telephonics rather than in person if preferred
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes besides safety measures, such as wearing masks, and disinfecting surfaces. agency continues to provide transportation
no changes besides safety measures, such as wearing masks, and disinfecting surfaces. agency continues to provide transportation
Other Considerations:
Exceptional Family Resources
Support Broker
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes to support broker services besides not face to face
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Laurie Penney McGee, Director of Self-Direction Services
(315) 478-1462
Exceptional Family Resources
Individual Directed Goods and Services
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes to IDGS
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Laurie Penney McGee, Director of Self Direction Services
(315) 478-1462
Exceptional Family Resources
Fiscal Intermediary
1820 lemoyne Ave
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
https://www.contactefr.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: no changes to FI services
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
n/a
n/a
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Laurie Penney McGee, Director of Self-Direction Services
(315) 478-1462
Community Based Services
Day Habilitation
31 Fields Lane
North Salem NY, 10560
North Salem NY, 10560
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
No more than 3 individuals and 1 staff per van. 3 vans, 9 participants currently participating in the without walls program. Still able to some food pantry participation, but activities are limited.
No more than 3 individuals and 1 staff per van. 3 vans, 9 participants currently participating in the without walls program. Still able to some food pantry participation, but activities are limited.
Other Considerations:
Opening at 50% capacity. For the Without Walls program, agency is providing Comm Hab-R services to them. Music, yoga, animal therapy, Zumba, exercise classes are all provided via Zoom.
Opening at 50% capacity. For the Without Walls program, agency is providing Comm Hab-R services to them. Music, yoga, animal therapy, Zumba, exercise classes are all provided via Zoom.
Program Contact Info
Magda Piacentino, Program Director
(914) 236-1150
The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence
Day Habilitation
380 Gaffney Drive
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
Can visit their website for updates at http//www.thearcjslc.org
Can visit their website for updates at http//www.thearcjslc.org
Program Contact Info
Lynn Pietroski, Chief Operating Officer
(315) 836-1272
The Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence
Prevocational Services
380 Gaffney Drive
Watertown NY, 13601
Watertown NY, 13601
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
Currently working on safety plans for reopening. 7/31/20 Opened at 50% capacity, not a complete reopening. QIDP's are contacting families directly to see if member is ready to come back. Letters (attestations) are being hand delivered internally. Information being posted on website http//www.thearcjslc.org
Currently working on safety plans for reopening. 7/31/20 Opened at 50% capacity, not a complete reopening. QIDP's are contacting families directly to see if member is ready to come back. Letters (attestations) are being hand delivered internally. Information being posted on website http//www.thearcjslc.org
Program Contact Info
Lynn Pietroski, Chief Operating Officer
(315) 836-1272
Special Citizens Futures Unlimited
Day Habilitation
1775 Grand Concourse
Bronx NY, 10453
Bronx NY, 10453
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: This program does not have any reopening plans yet.
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
No plans as of yet.
No plans as of yet.
Other Considerations:
This program does not have any re-opening plans yet, as the risk in NYC is still too high to re-open.
This program does not have any re-opening plans yet, as the risk in NYC is still too high to re-open.
Program Contact Info
Katrina Potter, Director
(212) 643-2663
Triform Enterprises
Day Habilitation
20 Triform Road
Hudson NY, 12534
Hudson NY, 12534
Reopening Date: 9/21/2020
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: reducing to 4 hours a day
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
The guidance from OPWDD has very restrictive limitations on transportation. The current guidance stipulates that we may only have three passengers in a van at once. This raises both staffing and cost concerns for Triform.
The guidance from OPWDD has very restrictive limitations on transportation. The current guidance stipulates that we may only have three passengers in a van at once. This raises both staffing and cost concerns for Triform.
Other Considerations:
Triform’s Day Hab program will be significantly different than before in its programming, staffing, length and time of day, and facilities. It is important for you to know that due to these new requirements we anticipate to only be able to provide programming from 7:45am-12:00pm each day. Due to the circumstances outlined above and in order to give Triform time to put in place all that is now necessary the earliest we will be able to reopen Triform’s Day Hab program is mid-September. In the meantime we plan to continue offering the Zoom Day Hab, aside from during the summer break from August 10-21.
Triform’s Day Hab program will be significantly different than before in its programming, staffing, length and time of day, and facilities. It is important for you to know that due to these new requirements we anticipate to only be able to provide programming from 7:45am-12:00pm each day. Due to the circumstances outlined above and in order to give Triform time to put in place all that is now necessary the earliest we will be able to reopen Triform’s Day Hab program is mid-September. In the meantime we plan to continue offering the Zoom Day Hab, aside from during the summer break from August 10-21.
Program Contact Info
Maryellen Reidy, Day Habilitation Coordinator
(518) 851-9320
E.John Gavras Center
Day Habilitation
182 North Street
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: No Projected opening date
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A at this time. No program running.
N/A at this time. No program running.
Other Considerations:
I spoke with Mark Reppi-Director of OPWDD Services at E. John Gavras Center. He said they are not opening their site-based Day Habilitation Program at this time. He said they want to make sure they are doing it the right way and slowly. They want to make sure all necessary precaution are covered. He also said they are waiting and watching how the neighboring larger agencies are opening, what steps, procedures they are taking and he hopes to learn from them. He said there is no projected opening date for Site Day Habilitation Program. He also said that they had a large staff reduction so they will need to evaluate how the program will look when they do re-open. He said they would take referrals....however, the families need to know there is no projected open date yet.
I spoke with Mark Reppi-Director of OPWDD Services at E. John Gavras Center. He said they are not opening their site-based Day Habilitation Program at this time. He said they want to make sure they are doing it the right way and slowly. They want to make sure all necessary precaution are covered. He also said they are waiting and watching how the neighboring larger agencies are opening, what steps, procedures they are taking and he hopes to learn from them. He said there is no projected opening date for Site Day Habilitation Program. He also said that they had a large staff reduction so they will need to evaluate how the program will look when they do re-open. He said they would take referrals....however, the families need to know there is no projected open date yet.
Career Support Solutions
Supported Employment
400 Columbus Ave 2nd floor
Valhalla NY, 10595
Valhalla NY, 10595
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: SEMP program never closed, since members have jobs out in the community.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A
N/A
Other Considerations:
Careers has availability for starting up a Pre-Voc program with 3 members. They have the site, employer and just need participants. There are no age restrictions, andtransportation would be provided. The amount of hours per day would be flexible. Jennifer Retacco would be the contact.
Careers has availability for starting up a Pre-Voc program with 3 members. They have the site, employer and just need participants. There are no age restrictions, andtransportation would be provided. The amount of hours per day would be flexible. Jennifer Retacco would be the contact.
Launch
Community Habilitation
313 East Willow Street suite 204
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: community hab continued with a safety plan. reduced services due to pandemic. options for telephonic and zoom services when preferred
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no changes besides disinfecting surfaces and wearing masks.
no changes besides disinfecting surfaces and wearing masks.
Other Considerations:
Family Enrichment Network
Prevocational Services
24 Cherry Street
Johnson City NY, 13790
Johnson City NY, 13790
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Family Enrichment Network began providing Pre-Vocational Services again on 8/3/2020 via telehealth. They are at limited capacity and currently on working with 6 individuals at this time. They are currently in process of hiring new staff to meet member needs. They are accepting referrals however there is a waitlist.
Family Enrichment Network began providing Pre-Vocational Services again on 8/3/2020 via telehealth. They are at limited capacity and currently on working with 6 individuals at this time. They are currently in process of hiring new staff to meet member needs. They are accepting referrals however there is a waitlist.
Family Enrichment Network
Community Habilitation
24 Cherry Street
Johnson City NY, 13790
Johnson City NY, 13790
Reopening Date: 7/1/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Family Enrichment has worked with individuals and families to ensure that they are aware of all COVID-19 precautions and changes that have occured as a result. Community Habilitation had stopped due to COVID and restarted on 7/1/2020. They have reduced the number of individuals that they serve and are in process of hiring new staff to meet these needs. They are not providing com hab to individuals in residential programs at this time due to DOH regulations and these services being provided by residential programs. For those receiving community habilitation at this time COVID precautions including wearing masks, social distancing, disinfecting vehicles and health screenings are completed. During COVID 19 precautionary period FEN has been able to work with children during daytime hours to meet their needs. There is a waitlist for services.
Family Enrichment has worked with individuals and families to ensure that they are aware of all COVID-19 precautions and changes that have occured as a result. Community Habilitation had stopped due to COVID and restarted on 7/1/2020. They have reduced the number of individuals that they serve and are in process of hiring new staff to meet these needs. They are not providing com hab to individuals in residential programs at this time due to DOH regulations and these services being provided by residential programs. For those receiving community habilitation at this time COVID precautions including wearing masks, social distancing, disinfecting vehicles and health screenings are completed. During COVID 19 precautionary period FEN has been able to work with children during daytime hours to meet their needs. There is a waitlist for services.
Program Contact Info
Terri Riley, Waiver Coordinator
(607) 723-8313
Program Site Location
individual homes and in community
NY,
individual homes and in community
NY,
GREYSTONE PROGRAMS, INC.
Day Habilitation
700 South Drive
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Reopening Date: 7/24/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been reduced to 2 members in a van with 1 staff person at a time. Drop off times are being staggered so everyone is not arriving at the same time. Some members are being transported in by family ,etc.
Transportation has been reduced to 2 members in a van with 1 staff person at a time. Drop off times are being staggered so everyone is not arriving at the same time. Some members are being transported in by family ,etc.
Other Considerations:
Currently can accommodate approximately 25 individuals in the building at one time. 30 was the normal max capacity prior to the pandemic.
Currently can accommodate approximately 25 individuals in the building at one time. 30 was the normal max capacity prior to the pandemic.
Program Contact Info
Diane Ritters, Director of Day & Employment Services
(845) 452-5772
GREYSTONE PROGRAMS, INC.
Supported Employment
700 South Drive
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Suite 230 Hopewell Junction NY, 12533
Reopening Date: 7/24/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no change
no change
Other Considerations:
All semp services are being provided via telehealth
All semp services are being provided via telehealth
Program Contact Info
Diane Ritters, Director of Day & Employment Services
(845) 452-5772
Warren Washington Albany ARC
Day Habilitation
334 Krumkill Road
Slingerlands NY, 12159
Slingerlands NY, 12159
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Yes included in safety plan
Yes included in safety plan
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jason Rose, Senior Director
(518) 338-6121
Program Site Location
436 Quaker Road
Queensbury NY, 12804
436 Quaker Road
Queensbury NY, 12804
ORANGE CO UCPA (DBA INSPIRE)
Day Habilitation
2 Fletcher Street
Goshen NY, 10924
Goshen NY, 10924
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
running small group without walls. 2 members to 1 staff or 3 members to 1 staff with larger vans. No major changes to transportation.
running small group without walls. 2 members to 1 staff or 3 members to 1 staff with larger vans. No major changes to transportation.
Other Considerations:
Continued to operate a without walls program. The program never stopped running.
Continued to operate a without walls program. The program never stopped running.
Program Contact Info
Jill Rothschild, Director of Disability Service
(845) 294-7300
ORANGE CO UCPA (DBA INSPIRE)
Respite
2 Fletcher Street
Goshen NY, 10924
Goshen NY, 10924
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None
None
Other Considerations:
Respite continued to operate during pandemic and still is.
Respite continued to operate during pandemic and still is.
Program Contact Info
Jill Rothschild, Director of Disability Service
(845) 294-7300
ORANGE CO UCPA (DBA INSPIRE)
Community Habilitation
2 Fletcher Street
Goshen NY, 10924
Goshen NY, 10924
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No changes
No changes
Other Considerations:
Com Hab never stopped operating.
Com Hab never stopped operating.
Program Contact Info
Jill Rothschild, Director of Disability Service
(845) 294-7300
YEDEI CHESED, INC.
Prevocational Services
48 Scotland Hill Road
Chestnut Ridge NY, 10977
Chestnut Ridge NY, 10977
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Program has not reopened yet. They are waiting on OPWDD to review safety plan. There will not be any changes to transportation as they transport a very small number of people. Only 1-2 members per car or van depending.
Program has not reopened yet. They are waiting on OPWDD to review safety plan. There will not be any changes to transportation as they transport a very small number of people. Only 1-2 members per car or van depending.
Other Considerations:
Prevoc has not reopened yet. They are waiting on OPWDD to review their safety plan. Once that is done the formal reopening will be scheduled.
Prevoc has not reopened yet. They are waiting on OPWDD to review their safety plan. Once that is done the formal reopening will be scheduled.
Program Contact Info
Asher Sarfati, Director of Day Services
(845) 425-0887
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Day Habilitation
Goshen Day Hab
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Program is currently not open yet - individuals who want to receive site based services from this location are currently being supported in the other day hab programs. If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
Program is currently not open yet - individuals who want to receive site based services from this location are currently being supported in the other day hab programs. If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
Other Considerations:
Program is currently not open yet - individuals who want to receive site based services from this program are currently being supported in the other day hab programs. Once they open they will open in phases.
Program is currently not open yet - individuals who want to receive site based services from this program are currently being supported in the other day hab programs. Once they open they will open in phases.
Program Contact Info
Marlo Schorling, IDD Regional Director
(845) 725-2100
Program Site Location
1001 Route 17M
Goshen NY, 10924
1001 Route 17M
Goshen NY, 10924
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Day Habilitation
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10940
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10940
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
Other Considerations:
This program is opening in phases. Currently providing 30% of their service within the IRA's, 20% virtually, 25% on site. As this situation is fluid, this information is subject to change.
This program is opening in phases. Currently providing 30% of their service within the IRA's, 20% virtually, 25% on site. As this situation is fluid, this information is subject to change.
Program Contact Info
Marlo Schorling, IDD Regional Director
(845) 725-2100
Program Site Location
50 Enterprise Place
Middletown NY, 10941
50 Enterprise Place
Middletown NY, 10941
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Day Habilitation
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
Other Considerations:
This program is opening in phases. Currently providing 30% of their service within the IRA's, 20% virtually, 25% on site. As this situation is fluid, this information is subject to change.
This program is opening in phases. Currently providing 30% of their service within the IRA's, 20% virtually, 25% on site. As this situation is fluid, this information is subject to change.
Program Contact Info
Marlo Schorling, IDD Regional Director
(845) 725-2100
Program Site Location
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Day Habilitation
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
If individuals live in the same house there is no restriction on distance within the vehicle. If they do not live in the same house then capacity is limited at 50%. Some seats are tapped off to keep distance between individuals. They are also following safety precautions like having cleaning kits in each vehicle, temperature checks, use of PPE, etc.
Other Considerations:
This program is opening in phases. Currently providing 30% of their service within the IRA's, 20% virtually, 25% on site. As this situation is fluid, this information is subject to change.
This program is opening in phases. Currently providing 30% of their service within the IRA's, 20% virtually, 25% on site. As this situation is fluid, this information is subject to change.
Program Contact Info
Marlo Schorling, IDD Regional Director
(845) 725-2100
Program Site Location
67 Windsor Highway
New Windsor NY, 12553
67 Windsor Highway
New Windsor NY, 12553
J.M. Murray Center
Day Habilitation
823 State Route 13
Cortland NY, 13045
Cortland NY, 13045
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
A meeting was held with our transporation vendor on 7/21/20. Ryan Oakley, First Transit Supervisor will be overseeing and implemetation of all services provided during transportation. DH Director and Associate Director will be in close contact with First Transit weekly to follow up with any questions or concerns that may arise.
A meeting was held with our transporation vendor on 7/21/20. Ryan Oakley, First Transit Supervisor will be overseeing and implemetation of all services provided during transportation. DH Director and Associate Director will be in close contact with First Transit weekly to follow up with any questions or concerns that may arise.
Other Considerations:
Currently our DH has staggered start and end times and that will continue. Our services are also based upon teams with the same staff and consumers on a daily basis. All clubs, therapies and group activities will be put on hold and common areas will no longer have seating available or closed off if possible (snoezelen room). Residences will be reminded that all food needs to come in prepared properly (fine ground, puree, etc). Staff have been reminded that all utensils and containers need to be put through the dishwasher and can not be hand washed. Staff will be reminded that during breaks they must maintain social distancing or masks must be worn and they will be told that there should not be more than decided upon number in the smoking area at any given time. All staff have received their sanitation kits and instructions on use at the meetings on July 8-10th. Extra face masks for both staff and consumers are available as are hand sanitizers and other PPE such as face shields and bodysuits. Some team rooms are equipped with sinks which will reduce roving throughout the building; for those that are not they will be directed to use the nearest sink/restroom. Hand sanitizer has also been distributed to each staff member and all vehicles are also stocked with sanitizer and cleaning products. Staff will be provided additional training on hygiene and cleaning prior to the return of consumers. Staff will also provide hand sanitizer to each consumer as they enter the building. Each team room will maintain their own cleaning logs which will indicate date, time and scope of cleaning completed. These will be handed into the Safety Monitors on a weekly basis. All windows will be open as applicable and staff will be reminded daily to make sure they are shut and locked at the end of the day. All items not needed for programming will be prohibited from entering into the West Rd building. Consumers will be asked to the extent possible to leave all personal belongings at the DH facility. If clothing is soiled it will be returned home for cleaning and additional clothing will be brought in. A letter will be sent to all residences explaining this process.
Currently our DH has staggered start and end times and that will continue. Our services are also based upon teams with the same staff and consumers on a daily basis. All clubs, therapies and group activities will be put on hold and common areas will no longer have seating available or closed off if possible (snoezelen room). Residences will be reminded that all food needs to come in prepared properly (fine ground, puree, etc). Staff have been reminded that all utensils and containers need to be put through the dishwasher and can not be hand washed. Staff will be reminded that during breaks they must maintain social distancing or masks must be worn and they will be told that there should not be more than decided upon number in the smoking area at any given time. All staff have received their sanitation kits and instructions on use at the meetings on July 8-10th. Extra face masks for both staff and consumers are available as are hand sanitizers and other PPE such as face shields and bodysuits. Some team rooms are equipped with sinks which will reduce roving throughout the building; for those that are not they will be directed to use the nearest sink/restroom. Hand sanitizer has also been distributed to each staff member and all vehicles are also stocked with sanitizer and cleaning products. Staff will be provided additional training on hygiene and cleaning prior to the return of consumers. Staff will also provide hand sanitizer to each consumer as they enter the building. Each team room will maintain their own cleaning logs which will indicate date, time and scope of cleaning completed. These will be handed into the Safety Monitors on a weekly basis. All windows will be open as applicable and staff will be reminded daily to make sure they are shut and locked at the end of the day. All items not needed for programming will be prohibited from entering into the West Rd building. Consumers will be asked to the extent possible to leave all personal belongings at the DH facility. If clothing is soiled it will be returned home for cleaning and additional clothing will be brought in. A letter will be sent to all residences explaining this process.
Program Contact Info
Karen Schuepbach, Director of Day Habilitation
(607) 746-4041
Program Site Location
4057 West Road
Cortland NY, 13045
4057 West Road
Cortland NY, 13045
ACCESS CNY
Support Broker
1603 Court Street
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Staff and members are screened prior to services, masks are required by staff and members.
Staff and members are screened prior to services, masks are required by staff and members.
ACCESS CNY
Supported Employment
1603 Court Street
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff clean vehicles before and after transporting members.
Staff clean vehicles before and after transporting members.
Other Considerations:
Staff and members are screened before the start of services. PPE is provided to staff and members in need.
Staff and members are screened before the start of services. PPE is provided to staff and members in need.
ACCESS CNY
Day Habilitation
site based day habilitation
1603 Court Street
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff will transport at half vehicle capacity. Vehicles are cleaned before and after transporting members.
Staff will transport at half vehicle capacity. Vehicles are cleaned before and after transporting members.
Other Considerations:
Staff are screened daily and members are screened upon picking up. Staff and members wear masks. Face shields are available for members that struggle with masks.
Staff are screened daily and members are screened upon picking up. Staff and members wear masks. Face shields are available for members that struggle with masks.
ACCESS CNY
Day Habilitation
Site based say habilitation
1603 Court Street
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Members and staff are screened at front door upon arrival. Face masks are worn at all times by both staff and members. Face shields are available for members who struggle with masks.
Members and staff are screened at front door upon arrival. Face masks are worn at all times by both staff and members. Face shields are available for members who struggle with masks.
ACCESS CNY
Respite
free standing respite
1603 Court Street
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Reopening Date: 8/14/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
All members and staff are screened prior to attending, are required to wear masks and stay six feet apart . Consistent groups will attend regularly to reduce exposure. Materials will be sent to families but have not been sent yet.
All members and staff are screened prior to attending, are required to wear masks and stay six feet apart . Consistent groups will attend regularly to reduce exposure. Materials will be sent to families but have not been sent yet.
ACCESS CNY
Respite
frees standing respite
1603 Court Street
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Syracuse NY, 13208
http://www.accesscny.org/
Reopening Date: 8/14/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Program will keep guests in consistent groups to reduce exposure. All staff sign in and all staff and members must wear masks. All members and staff are screened prior to attending program and will remain 6 feet apart.
Program will keep guests in consistent groups to reduce exposure. All staff sign in and all staff and members must wear masks. All members and staff are screened prior to attending program and will remain 6 feet apart.
Challenge
Prevocational Services
950 Danby Road
Suite 179 Ithaca NY, 14850
Suite 179 Ithaca NY, 14850
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
When we re-start our Community Based Prevocational Services we will not be having participants go to any centralized locations--the majority of sites we will be using are out-door sites, such as State Parks, where we perform training an paid work, and at our agency flower and vegetable garden. We will only work at indoor community sites where social distance spacing can easily be accommodated and will provide signage to those locations if they do not already have it. But any in-door programming during the summer months will be considered on a very limited basis. We will be conducting regular, on-going trainings with participants about COVID safety, including proper hand washing protocol. Staff will carry hand sanitizer with them at all times, in the event that soap and water for washing is not available. This will be recorded as part of the daily documentation. Much of our agency has been back in operation since the first phase of re-opening. As such, we already have fairly well established policies for signage, hygiene, sanitation, screening and the use of PPE. In accordance with the essential need to cultivate self-advocacy skills in OPWDD participants, we have revised on Staff Action Plans to designate that COVID safety will be taught at part of OWPDD programming on at least a weekly basis.
When we re-start our Community Based Prevocational Services we will not be having participants go to any centralized locations--the majority of sites we will be using are out-door sites, such as State Parks, where we perform training an paid work, and at our agency flower and vegetable garden. We will only work at indoor community sites where social distance spacing can easily be accommodated and will provide signage to those locations if they do not already have it. But any in-door programming during the summer months will be considered on a very limited basis. We will be conducting regular, on-going trainings with participants about COVID safety, including proper hand washing protocol. Staff will carry hand sanitizer with them at all times, in the event that soap and water for washing is not available. This will be recorded as part of the daily documentation. Much of our agency has been back in operation since the first phase of re-opening. As such, we already have fairly well established policies for signage, hygiene, sanitation, screening and the use of PPE. In accordance with the essential need to cultivate self-advocacy skills in OPWDD participants, we have revised on Staff Action Plans to designate that COVID safety will be taught at part of OWPDD programming on at least a weekly basis.
Program Contact Info
Briggs Seekins, Director of Employment and Vocational Services
(607) 272-8990
Community Options
Day Habilitation
182 State Street
Binghamton NY, 13901
Binghamton NY, 13901
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
-Community Options will continue to utilize its electronic medical records platform to document all persons entering the program building. Paper and electronic copies will be readily available on-site. -All staff and individuals will receive re-training regarding identification and notification of COVID-19 symptoms. -As per agency protocol, use of the electronic tracing database along with notification calling procedures will begin immediately upon notification of a positive COVID-19 exposure. -Hard copy mailings of notification will be sent to appropriate parties as well. -Regional QA will ensure that Agency procedures for reporting and tracking are completed, verifying attendance weekly and review of health screening to ensure no concerns.
-Community Options will continue to utilize its electronic medical records platform to document all persons entering the program building. Paper and electronic copies will be readily available on-site. -All staff and individuals will receive re-training regarding identification and notification of COVID-19 symptoms. -As per agency protocol, use of the electronic tracing database along with notification calling procedures will begin immediately upon notification of a positive COVID-19 exposure. -Hard copy mailings of notification will be sent to appropriate parties as well. -Regional QA will ensure that Agency procedures for reporting and tracking are completed, verifying attendance weekly and review of health screening to ensure no concerns.
Other Considerations:
Prior to program opening all individuals/guardians or VIPs will receive documented information regarding protection, prevention and isolation of COVID-19 to include agency expectations of mask and PPE use as well as acknowledgement of daily protocols and reporting expectations. -Daily health screening and temperature checks will be taken upon entry/re-entry to the program building and will be collected, verified and secured by Site Safety Monitor. -Routine sweeps of the day program area will be conducted by Site Safety Monitor to ensure all people present have been assessed via the health screening documents. -Use of agency electronic medical records will be implemented to record any individual out of program due to COVID-19 positive and documentation of physician approval to return will be stored within. -Utilizing a Risk Assessment tool Program Manager will determine those most suitable to return based on desire, supports and health status with priority given to those living at home. -Utilizing staggered day programming hours and "team" group assignment the Program Manager will limit use to common spaces and overexposure to others. -Site Safety Monitor will be on-site conducting program sweeps to ensure social distancing practices are followed. -Directional tape, signage and removal of seating options will be made to decrease overcrowding. -Individuals will receive initial retraining regarding social distancing and daily reminder activities.
Prior to program opening all individuals/guardians or VIPs will receive documented information regarding protection, prevention and isolation of COVID-19 to include agency expectations of mask and PPE use as well as acknowledgement of daily protocols and reporting expectations. -Daily health screening and temperature checks will be taken upon entry/re-entry to the program building and will be collected, verified and secured by Site Safety Monitor. -Routine sweeps of the day program area will be conducted by Site Safety Monitor to ensure all people present have been assessed via the health screening documents. -Use of agency electronic medical records will be implemented to record any individual out of program due to COVID-19 positive and documentation of physician approval to return will be stored within. -Utilizing a Risk Assessment tool Program Manager will determine those most suitable to return based on desire, supports and health status with priority given to those living at home. -Utilizing staggered day programming hours and "team" group assignment the Program Manager will limit use to common spaces and overexposure to others. -Site Safety Monitor will be on-site conducting program sweeps to ensure social distancing practices are followed. -Directional tape, signage and removal of seating options will be made to decrease overcrowding. -Individuals will receive initial retraining regarding social distancing and daily reminder activities.
The Center For Discovery
Day Habilitation
PO Box 840
Harris NY, 12742
Harris NY, 12742
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transporting single homes and using CFD Vehicles.
Transporting single homes and using CFD Vehicles.
Other Considerations:
Access: Supports for Living Inc
Community Habilitation
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Middletown NY, 10941
https://accesssupports.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None - service is provided individually
None - service is provided individually
Other Considerations:
Both Com Hab R and Com Hab are operational and have capacity. For Com Hab R services are being provided in person. For Com Hab services are being provided via telehealth and in person.
Both Com Hab R and Com Hab are operational and have capacity. For Com Hab R services are being provided in person. For Com Hab services are being provided via telehealth and in person.
Program Contact Info
Stefanie Silvestri, IDD Regional Director
(845) 692-4454
Program Site Location
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
15 Fortune Road West
Middletown NY, 10941
Clinton County ARC
Day Habilitation
Advocacy and Resource Center
231 New York Road Plattsburgh NY, 12903
231 New York Road Plattsburgh NY, 12903
Reopening Date: 8/12/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Screenings will occur before members board a bus, socially distancing will occur Beginning 8/12/2020 only 20 members attending Families are given the choice to drive
Screenings will occur before members board a bus, socially distancing will occur Beginning 8/12/2020 only 20 members attending Families are given the choice to drive
Other Considerations:
Will be re-assessing after the opening 8/12/2020
Will be re-assessing after the opening 8/12/2020
Program Contact Info
Elizabeth Siskavich, Assistant manager of Day Programs
(518) 562-1614
Helping Celebrate Abilities-HCA
Residential Habilitation
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Endicott NY, 13760
Reopening Date:
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. Homevisits are pre-planned/pre-scheduled following visiting policy and safeguards utilizing social distancing. Community access has been limited due to COVID precautions.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. Homevisits are pre-planned/pre-scheduled following visiting policy and safeguards utilizing social distancing. Community access has been limited due to COVID precautions.
Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. Homevisits are pre-planned/pre-scheduled following visiting policy and safeguards utilizing social distancing. Community access has been limited due to COVID precautions.
Program Contact Info
Cheryl Smith, Residential Director
(607) 343-1850
Program Site Location
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
1329 Campville Rd
Endicott NY, 13760
Elmcrest Childrens Center
Community Habilitation
960 Salt Springs Rd
Syracuse NY, 13224
Syracuse NY, 13224
Reopening Date: 5/15/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 24 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
staff use own vehicles and agency vehicles for transportation
staff use own vehicles and agency vehicles for transportation
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Aaron Southwick, Community Hab. Supervisore
(315) 446-6250
Program Site Location
960 Salt Springs Rd
Syracuse NY, 13210
960 Salt Springs Rd
Syracuse NY, 13210
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOC. IN ORANGE CO.
Respite
73 James P Kelly Way
Middletown NY, 10940
Middletown NY, 10940
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None
None
Other Considerations:
Program is operational and accepting new referrals as individuals need respite services. Safety protocols being followed.
Program is operational and accepting new referrals as individuals need respite services. Safety protocols being followed.
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOC. IN ORANGE CO.
Community Habilitation
73 James P Kelly Way
Middletown NY, 10940
Middletown NY, 10940
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 12 Hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
None
None
Other Considerations:
No changes to programming. Com Hab never stopped operating. Health and safety protocols put in place and members are working with staff one on one and in the community as necessary.
No changes to programming. Com Hab never stopped operating. Health and safety protocols put in place and members are working with staff one on one and in the community as necessary.
Southern Tier Independence Center-STIC
Supported Employment
135 E. Frederick Street
Binghamton NY, 13904
Binghamton NY, 13904
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Day Habilitation
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only individuals and staff from the same day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and supported persons will be masked. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Only individuals and staff from the same day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and supported persons will be masked. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Other Considerations:
information is located on UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
information is located on UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Program Contact Info
Janine Stoddard, Vice President Community Services
(315) 368-3396
Program Site Location
Route 812
Lowville NY, 13367
Route 812
Lowville NY, 13367
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Day Habilitation
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only individuals and staff from the same residence and/or day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and driver will be masked and those individuals who can tolderate wearing a mask. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. When possible, those who cannot medically tolerate a mask will be transported individually or with members of the same household. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Only individuals and staff from the same residence and/or day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and driver will be masked and those individuals who can tolderate wearing a mask. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. When possible, those who cannot medically tolerate a mask will be transported individually or with members of the same household. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Other Considerations:
Information is on website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Information is on website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Program Contact Info
Janine Stoddard, Vice President Community Services
(315) 368-3396
Program Site Location
RD 3 Box 131D Route 12
Boonville NY, 13309
RD 3 Box 131D Route 12
Boonville NY, 13309
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Day Habilitation
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only individuals and staff from the same day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and supported persons will be masked. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Only individuals and staff from the same day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and supported persons will be masked. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Other Considerations:
Information is on UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Information is on UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Program Contact Info
Janine Stoddard, Vice President Community Services
(315) 368-3396
Program Site Location
6 Cambridge Avenue
Morrsiville NY, 13501
6 Cambridge Avenue
Morrsiville NY, 13501
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Day Habilitation
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only individuals and staff from the same day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and supported persons will be masked. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Only individuals and staff from the same day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and supported persons will be masked. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Other Considerations:
UCP has information on their website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
UCP has information on their website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Program Contact Info
Janine Stoddard, Vice President Community Services
(315) 368-3396
Program Site Location
675 Catherine Street
Utica NY, 13501
675 Catherine Street
Utica NY, 13501
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Day Habilitation
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only individuals and staff from the same residence and/or day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and driver will be masked and those individuals who can tolderate wearing a mask. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. When possible, those who cannot medically tolerate a mask will be transported individually or with members of the same household. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Only individuals and staff from the same residence and/or day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and driver will be masked and those individuals who can tolderate wearing a mask. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. When possible, those who cannot medically tolerate a mask will be transported individually or with members of the same household. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Other Considerations:
All information is currently on the UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
All information is currently on the UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Program Contact Info
Janine Stoddard, Vice President Community Services
(315) 368-3396
Program Site Location
9440 Butler Road
Sauquoit NY, 13456
9440 Butler Road
Sauquoit NY, 13456
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Day Habilitation
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Only individuals and staff from the same residence and/or day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and driver will be masked and those individuals who can tolerate wearing a mask. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. When possible, those who cannot medically tolerate a mask will be transported individually or with members of the same household. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Only individuals and staff from the same residence and/or day program will be transported together; capacity will be reduced to 50% and social distance requirements maintained. Staff and driver will be masked and those individuals who can tolerate wearing a mask. UCP vehicles provide for one exit except for wheelchair conversion vans, however one person at a time will be enter or exit the vehicle, with social distance maintained. When possible, those who cannot medically tolerate a mask will be transported individually or with members of the same household. Vehicles will be disinfected after each trip and when possible, windows will be opened to provide for fresh air flow.
Other Considerations:
COVID-19 reopening information is currently on the UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
COVID-19 reopening information is currently on the UCP website https://www.upstatecp.org/news/covid-19
Program Contact Info
Janine Stoddard, Vice President Community Services
(315) 368-3396
Program Site Location
R.D. 2 Box 88-A N. Gage Road
Barneveld NY, 13304
R.D. 2 Box 88-A N. Gage Road
Barneveld NY, 13304
Unity House
Community Habilitation
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00AM-6:00PM
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
They will be transporting in cohorts-small groups. These will remain the same throughout the day-this will ensure multiple exposures to others. These groups will stay together throughout the day. They will be operating at 50 % capacity.
They will be transporting in cohorts-small groups. These will remain the same throughout the day-this will ensure multiple exposures to others. These groups will stay together throughout the day. They will be operating at 50 % capacity.
Other Considerations:
Unity House will be holding "virtual" open forums on 08.06.2020 at 10:00 AM for service providers and then at 11:00 AM for families/members. They will also send out material/re-opening plans to members without email addresses and computer access. They may be contracting with an external cleaning company called Bio-Tech to clean their facilities on top of their internal protocol's......to ensure the best possible safety.
Unity House will be holding "virtual" open forums on 08.06.2020 at 10:00 AM for service providers and then at 11:00 AM for families/members. They will also send out material/re-opening plans to members without email addresses and computer access. They may be contracting with an external cleaning company called Bio-Tech to clean their facilities on top of their internal protocol's......to ensure the best possible safety.
Program Contact Info
Lee Sullivan, Program Director
(315) 253-6227
Program Site Location
Ithaca site as well.
Auburn NY, 13021
Ithaca site as well.
Auburn NY, 13021
Unity House
Day Habilitation
217 Genesee Street-Corporate Offices
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00AM-6:00PM
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Yes-they will be transporting in cohorts-smaill groups. They will reamin together throughout the day. This will aim to limit multiple exposure to different people.
Yes-they will be transporting in cohorts-smaill groups. They will reamin together throughout the day. This will aim to limit multiple exposure to different people.
Other Considerations:
Lee mentioned that she just had a training with Bio-Tech Company about their services they provide. Unity House may be utilizing them to thoroughly clean their facilities on top of their internal protocols. They are only opening up at 50% capacity, Up to 15 people in the building. They will be holding a forum for service providers on 08.10.2020 at 10:00AM and then for families and members at 11:00AM on the same day. For members that do not have emails......they will be mailed the plans to re-open.
Lee mentioned that she just had a training with Bio-Tech Company about their services they provide. Unity House may be utilizing them to thoroughly clean their facilities on top of their internal protocols. They are only opening up at 50% capacity, Up to 15 people in the building. They will be holding a forum for service providers on 08.10.2020 at 10:00AM and then for families and members at 11:00AM on the same day. For members that do not have emails......they will be mailed the plans to re-open.
Program Contact Info
Lee Sullivan, Program Director
(315) 253-6227
Program Site Location
Ithaca Site-as well
NY,
Ithaca Site-as well
NY,
Sherrill DDSO
Community Habilitation
130 East State Street
Sherrill NY, 13461
Sherrill NY, 13461
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: program is not yet open, still waiting for approval
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
OPWDD Community Habilitation has not received their guidance yet-
OPWDD Community Habilitation has not received their guidance yet-
Program Contact Info
Jillian Swistak, Habilitation Specialist II
(315) 231-5249
Catholic Charities-Tioga/Tompkins
Community Habilitation
324 W Buffalo Street
Ithaca NY, 14850
Ithaca NY, 14850
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Vehicle sanitation and limiting transportation.
Vehicle sanitation and limiting transportation.
Other Considerations:
Catholic Charities is delivering Community Habilitation services to everyone that they were prior to COVID precautions. Catholic Charities has had to adjust services due to community closures and limitations due to social distancing. Services are delivered face to face or telehealth if the individual/family chooses this. Individuals have received training on tablet usage. Social distancing, wearing masks and vehicle sanitation is occurring. Activities are occuring one on one.
Catholic Charities is delivering Community Habilitation services to everyone that they were prior to COVID precautions. Catholic Charities has had to adjust services due to community closures and limitations due to social distancing. Services are delivered face to face or telehealth if the individual/family chooses this. Individuals have received training on tablet usage. Social distancing, wearing masks and vehicle sanitation is occurring. Activities are occuring one on one.
Program Contact Info
Vicki Thierfelder, Vocational Service HCBS Supervisor
(607) 426-6354
Program Site Location
individual homes and in community
Ithaca NY, 14850
individual homes and in community
Ithaca NY, 14850
Catholic Charities-Tioga/Tompkins
Prevocational Services
324 W Buffalo Street
Ithaca NY, 14850
Ithaca NY, 14850
Reopening Date: 7/20/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Outlined within safety plan. Staff and individuals are to wear masks, individuals need to sit in the back seat to maintain social distancing, and vehicles are sanitized in between individuals.
Outlined within safety plan. Staff and individuals are to wear masks, individuals need to sit in the back seat to maintain social distancing, and vehicles are sanitized in between individuals.
Other Considerations:
Pre-Vocational services are being delivered one on one. Catholic Charities does have a Life Skills Cafe' that they preschedule date and time with provider to work one on one on skills building. Times are scheduled in advance in order to adhere to social distancing requirements and reduce spread of COVID-19.
Pre-Vocational services are being delivered one on one. Catholic Charities does have a Life Skills Cafe' that they preschedule date and time with provider to work one on one on skills building. Times are scheduled in advance in order to adhere to social distancing requirements and reduce spread of COVID-19.
Program Contact Info
Vicki Thierfelder, Vocational Service HCBS Supervisor
(607) 426-6354
Program Site Location
139 Roki Blvd
Nichols NY, 13812
139 Roki Blvd
Nichols NY, 13812
ACHIEVE
Community Habilitation
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Community Habilitation is being delivered via OPWDD guidance. ACHIEVE has communicated with families regarding limitation of locations that individuals can go with their community habilitation staff due to COVID-19 precautions. ACHIEVE has also been providing community habilitation in their Supportive Apartments to minimize exposure to COVID-19 from outside providers. All outings with community habilitation staff are approved via ACHIEVE's administrative staff. Outings are provided following social distancing guidelines.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Community Habilitation is being delivered via OPWDD guidance. ACHIEVE has communicated with families regarding limitations of locations that individuals can go with their community habilitation staff due to COVID-19 precautions. ACHIEVE has also been providing community habilitation in their Supportive Apartments to minimize exposure to COVID-19 from outside providers. All outings with community habilitation staff are approved via ACHIEVE's administrative staff. Outings are provided following social distancing guidelines.
Community Habilitation is being delivered via OPWDD guidance. ACHIEVE has communicated with families regarding limitations of locations that individuals can go with their community habilitation staff due to COVID-19 precautions. ACHIEVE has also been providing community habilitation in their Supportive Apartments to minimize exposure to COVID-19 from outside providers. All outings with community habilitation staff are approved via ACHIEVE's administrative staff. Outings are provided following social distancing guidelines.
ACHIEVE
Respite
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Recreation/Respite services are being delivered virtually 1-2 hours per day. In home respite has continued with some individuals choosing to receive community habilitation supports in place of respite.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
not applicable.
not applicable.
Other Considerations:
Recreation/Respite services are being delivered virtually 1-2 hours per day. In home respite has continued with some individuals choosing to receive community habilitation supports in place of respite.
Recreation/Respite services are being delivered virtually 1-2 hours per day. In home respite has continued with some individuals choosing to receive community habilitation supports in place of respite.
ACHIEVE
Prevocational Services
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: According to appendix K Pre-Vocational services are being delivered similar to community habilitation. Communication has occurred with individuals, families and Town Hall meetings have been held. Individual skill building is being addressed based upon person centered needs. Pre-Vocational staff have been cross trained in day habilitation, community habilitation and prevocational services.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Staff are using agency vehicles delivering service one on one; unless individuals reside together to ensure safety.
Staff are using agency vehicles delivering service one on one; unless individuals reside together to ensure safety.
Other Considerations:
According to appendix K Pre-Vocational services are being delivered similar to community habilitation. Communication has occurred with individuals, families and Town Hall meetings have been held. Individual skill building is being addressed based upon person centered needs. Pre-Vocational staff have been cross trained in day habilitation, community habilitation and prevocational services.
According to appendix K Pre-Vocational services are being delivered similar to community habilitation. Communication has occurred with individuals, families and Town Hall meetings have been held. Individual skill building is being addressed based upon person centered needs. Pre-Vocational staff have been cross trained in day habilitation, community habilitation and prevocational services.
ACHIEVE
Supported Employment
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: No changes to Supported Employment services.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
No changes to Supported Employment services.
No changes to Supported Employment services.
ACHIEVE
Pathway to Employment
125 Cutler Pond Rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Pathway to Employment Program is temporarily suspended and restart date is unknown. Individuals interested in this program are encouraged to utilize community habilitation services.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Please see above.
Please see above.
Other Considerations:
Pathway to Employment Program is temporarily suspended and restart date is unknown. Individuals interested in this program are encouraged to utilize community habilitation services.
Pathway to Employment Program is temporarily suspended and restart date is unknown. Individuals interested in this program are encouraged to utilize community habilitation services.
ACHIEVE
Day Habilitation
125 Cutler Pond Rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Program reopening five days per week/4 hours per day, with staggered arrival times.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation is based on individual needs. Families have been individually consulted to determine if they are able to transport with reimbursement from program or if this is not an option ACHIEVE is providing transportation utlizing agency vehicles. No buses are being used to help ensure safety.
Transportation is based on individual needs. Families have been individually consulted to determine if they are able to transport with reimbursement from program or if this is not an option ACHIEVE is providing transportation utlizing agency vehicles. No buses are being used to help ensure safety.
Other Considerations:
Achieve's Day Hab program opened on 8/3/2020 with 35 members returning to program at the Broome County location (125 Cutler Pond Rd, Binghamton, NY 13905) and 11 members returning to Chenango County location (214 Country Club Lane, Norwich, NY). More members will be returning next week. All members that returned this week reside in the community or in Family Care Homes; next week members who reside in agencies outside of ACHIEVE may be returning. Those members that are unable to return to site-based are receiving services within their homes to meet their individual needs. Due to safeguards in place there is no lunch times at Day Hab as program is only four hours long at this time. Those members with high medical needs and increased risk of contracting COVID have not returned to Day Hab at this time.
Achieve's Day Hab program opened on 8/3/2020 with 35 members returning to program at the Broome County location (125 Cutler Pond Rd, Binghamton, NY 13905) and 11 members returning to Chenango County location (214 Country Club Lane, Norwich, NY). More members will be returning next week. All members that returned this week reside in the community or in Family Care Homes; next week members who reside in agencies outside of ACHIEVE may be returning. Those members that are unable to return to site-based are receiving services within their homes to meet their individual needs. Due to safeguards in place there is no lunch times at Day Hab as program is only four hours long at this time. Those members with high medical needs and increased risk of contracting COVID have not returned to Day Hab at this time.
Program Contact Info
Laura Thompson, VP of Programs
(607) 427-2518
Program Site Location
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
White Plains Recreation
Respite
65 Mitchell Pl
White Plains NY, 10605
White Plains NY, 10605
Reopening Date: 9/11/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 2-3 hours
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Accepting new referrals. This is a HCBS Waiver respite program. There are separate fees based on residents vs non residents of White Plains. They have Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday programs. Program will be starting in September. It will be a social program starting 9/11, for 15 and over. Registration starts September 1. Gatherings for classes start September 11.
Accepting new referrals. This is a HCBS Waiver respite program. There are separate fees based on residents vs non residents of White Plains. They have Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday programs. Program will be starting in September. It will be a social program starting 9/11, for 15 and over. Registration starts September 1. Gatherings for classes start September 11.
Program Contact Info
Darren Valdes, Director
(914) 422-1347
Arc of Westchester
Day Habilitation
265 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
OPWDD’s guidance includes serious limitations to transportation by only allowing vehicles to operate at 50% occupancy. Therefore The Arc Westchester will unlikely be able to provide members; transportation at this time. They will work with each family to discuss their specific needs.
OPWDD’s guidance includes serious limitations to transportation by only allowing vehicles to operate at 50% occupancy. Therefore The Arc Westchester will unlikely be able to provide members; transportation at this time. They will work with each family to discuss their specific needs.
Other Considerations:
Health screening and safety: A screener will conduct and record a health assessment for all individuals. The health assessment will ask the following: (1) Have you or a member of the household experienced symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 14 days (2) Have you tested positive for COVID-19; or been in close or proximate contact with anyone who has tested positive for or has/had symptoms of COVID-19, including a member of the household, within the past 14 days (3) Have you or a member of the household, in the last 14 days returned to the US, after traveling to a country for which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a level 2 or 3 travel health notice (4) Have you or a member of the household traveled within the last 14 days to one of the designated states with significant community spread Any individual exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19 upon arrival will not be allowed to enter the program building including a temperature greater or equal to 100.0 F and will be sent home. Individuals who develop new symptoms or fever while in the facility will be immediately separated, provided with additional PPE gear (ie gown and/or face shield), and sent home. If someone becomes ill, staff will follow all emergency procedures including calling 911 as needed and contacting a program nurse. It is extremely important that if the answer to any of the above questions is yes or your family member exhibits any signs or symptoms of COVID -19 including a temperature of 100 degrees or higher, you NOT send your family member to program and you contact your health professional and your program’s supervisor. In addition, all are asked to: Bring meals that require minimal or no preparation. For community-based programs (i.e., Choices) a bag lunch is mandatory. Wear a face covering. For those with limited or no tolerance, we ask a face covering is sent with the person in order to work with them on safe practices, hygiene, and the prevention of the spread of illness. Cooperate with all efforts at tracking and tracing as per the DOH, and NY State
Health screening and safety: A screener will conduct and record a health assessment for all individuals. The health assessment will ask the following: (1) Have you or a member of the household experienced symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 14 days (2) Have you tested positive for COVID-19; or been in close or proximate contact with anyone who has tested positive for or has/had symptoms of COVID-19, including a member of the household, within the past 14 days (3) Have you or a member of the household, in the last 14 days returned to the US, after traveling to a country for which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a level 2 or 3 travel health notice (4) Have you or a member of the household traveled within the last 14 days to one of the designated states with significant community spread Any individual exhibiting signs or symptoms of COVID-19 upon arrival will not be allowed to enter the program building including a temperature greater or equal to 100.0 F and will be sent home. Individuals who develop new symptoms or fever while in the facility will be immediately separated, provided with additional PPE gear (ie gown and/or face shield), and sent home. If someone becomes ill, staff will follow all emergency procedures including calling 911 as needed and contacting a program nurse. It is extremely important that if the answer to any of the above questions is yes or your family member exhibits any signs or symptoms of COVID -19 including a temperature of 100 degrees or higher, you NOT send your family member to program and you contact your health professional and your program’s supervisor. In addition, all are asked to: Bring meals that require minimal or no preparation. For community-based programs (i.e., Choices) a bag lunch is mandatory. Wear a face covering. For those with limited or no tolerance, we ask a face covering is sent with the person in order to work with them on safe practices, hygiene, and the prevention of the spread of illness. Cooperate with all efforts at tracking and tracing as per the DOH, and NY State
Program Contact Info
Avery Valins, Assistant Executive Director of Day Services
(914) 949-9300
Program Site Location
265 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne NY, 10532
265 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne NY, 10532
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Respite
701 Lenox Ave
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Very limited services - no groups
Very limited services - no groups
Other Considerations:
Mozaic
Prevocational Services
1521 Clark Street Rd
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Hours vary depending on member
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Usually a small number of members to staff. Can be socially distance appropriately.
Usually a small number of members to staff. Can be socially distance appropriately.
Other Considerations:
Community Pre-vocational Services have the similar safety plan and re-opening plans. These programs are slowly opening and are following all the appropriate guidelines put in place.
Community Pre-vocational Services have the similar safety plan and re-opening plans. These programs are slowly opening and are following all the appropriate guidelines put in place.
Program Contact Info
Michele VanGiesen, Program Director of Day and Employment
(315) 567-0224
Mozaic
Day Habilitation
1521 Clark Street Rd
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:30AM-1:30PM
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Varies depending on the amount of individuals. But should be at 50% capacity.
Varies depending on the amount of individuals. But should be at 50% capacity.
Other Considerations:
Mozaic has submitted similar plans for their Day Hab Without Walls Program and their Site based program. They are establishing back their members slowly. They are waiting for numbers to then plan better fro all their Day Hab/WOW Programs. They have done small groups for their Spotlight Programs and Michele said the members were so thrilled to be back to some sort of normal routine. As they continue to get answers from the OPWDD about the State operated IRA members and others they will plan accordingly for which sites to open.
Mozaic has submitted similar plans for their Day Hab Without Walls Program and their Site based program. They are establishing back their members slowly. They are waiting for numbers to then plan better fro all their Day Hab/WOW Programs. They have done small groups for their Spotlight Programs and Michele said the members were so thrilled to be back to some sort of normal routine. As they continue to get answers from the OPWDD about the State operated IRA members and others they will plan accordingly for which sites to open.
Program Contact Info
Michele VanGiesen, Program Director of Day and Employment
(315) 567-0224
Mozaic
Day Habilitation
Site Based
1521 Clark Street Rd
Auburn NY, 13021
Auburn NY, 13021
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:30AM-1:30PM
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
The transportation would be at 50 % capacity and social distancing whenever feasible.
The transportation would be at 50 % capacity and social distancing whenever feasible.
Other Considerations:
They are still working on getting feedback to see if all members are ready to come back. The State IRA's have not yet give a date when they will allow their members to return to Day Programs. Depending on how many people return at a time will depend on what site they utilize for the base. They will be phasing the different sites in over time. They have a Day Hab Without Walls and a Site Based Day Hab-Michele stated that all the safety plans are similar-(She only sent Day Hab Without Walls) one on so that is uploaded to this Site Based Day Hab survey.
They are still working on getting feedback to see if all members are ready to come back. The State IRA's have not yet give a date when they will allow their members to return to Day Programs. Depending on how many people return at a time will depend on what site they utilize for the base. They will be phasing the different sites in over time. They have a Day Hab Without Walls and a Site Based Day Hab-Michele stated that all the safety plans are similar-(She only sent Day Hab Without Walls) one on so that is uploaded to this Site Based Day Hab survey.
Program Contact Info
Michele VanGiesen, Director of Day and Employment Services
(315) 567-0224
New Hope Community, Inc.
Day Habilitation
5 New Hope Community Drive
Loch Sheldrake NY, 12759
Loch Sheldrake NY, 12759
Reopening Date: 7/10/2020
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Program Contact Info
Samantha Virgil, Manager Day Programs
(845) 434-8300
RCIL
Community Habilitation
131 Genesee Street
Utica NY, 13503
Utica NY, 13503
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: program never closed
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation remained the same
Transportation remained the same
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Janis Ward, Director of Community Habilitation
(315) 272-2959
Wildwood programs
Day Habilitation
421A New Karner Road
Albany NY, 12205
Albany NY, 12205
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Split shifts = 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00- 5:30 PM
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Ensure that the following measures are implemented for the transport of individuals to/from day services to reduce COVID-19 transmission risk, when providing or contracting for transportation: •Ensure only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together;preventing individuals or staff from other residences to be intermingled whenever possible; •Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles to 50% of total capacity; •As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. •To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff by not sitting near each other or the driver. •If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; •Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. •To the extent they can medically tolerate one, support individuals to wear masks in vehicles. •After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and •Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow. Transportation department has done a thorough assessment and has made alterations to routes and times to adhere will all current guidance. Vehicle capacities will not exceed 50%. Families will be partners in this and will also be providing transportation for the foreseeable future to offset capacity restrictions.
Ensure that the following measures are implemented for the transport of individuals to/from day services to reduce COVID-19 transmission risk, when providing or contracting for transportation: •Ensure only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together;preventing individuals or staff from other residences to be intermingled whenever possible; •Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles to 50% of total capacity; •As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. •To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff by not sitting near each other or the driver. •If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; •Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. •To the extent they can medically tolerate one, support individuals to wear masks in vehicles. •After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and •Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow. Transportation department has done a thorough assessment and has made alterations to routes and times to adhere will all current guidance. Vehicle capacities will not exceed 50%. Families will be partners in this and will also be providing transportation for the foreseeable future to offset capacity restrictions.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jill Weinisch, Strategic Director of Vocational, Day & Community Supports
(518) 281-5402
Program Site Location
1 Springhurst Drive
East Greenbush NY, 12061
1 Springhurst Drive
East Greenbush NY, 12061
Wildwood Programs
Day Habilitation
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Latham NY, 12210
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Split shifts = 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00- 5:30 PM
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
•Ensure only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together;preventing individuals or staff from other residences to be intermingled whenever possible; •Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles to 50% of total capacity; •As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. •To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff by not sitting near each other or the driver. •If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; •Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. •To the extent they can medically tolerate one, support individuals to wear masks in vehicles. •After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and •Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow. Transportation department has done a thorough assessment and has made alterations to routes and times to adhere will all current guidance. Vehicle capacities will not exceed 50%. Families will be partners in this and will also be providing transportation for the foreseeable future to offset capacity restrictions.
•Ensure only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together;preventing individuals or staff from other residences to be intermingled whenever possible; •Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles to 50% of total capacity; •As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. •To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff by not sitting near each other or the driver. •If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; •Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. •To the extent they can medically tolerate one, support individuals to wear masks in vehicles. •After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and •Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow. Transportation department has done a thorough assessment and has made alterations to routes and times to adhere will all current guidance. Vehicle capacities will not exceed 50%. Families will be partners in this and will also be providing transportation for the foreseeable future to offset capacity restrictions.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jill Weinisch, Strategic Director of Vocational, Day & Community Supports
(518) 281-5402
Program Site Location
1407 U.S. 9 Building #3
Clifton Park NY, 12065
1407 U.S. 9 Building #3
Clifton Park NY, 12065
Wildwood programs
Day Habilitation
New Karner Day program
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Latham NY, 12210
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Split shifts = 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00- 5:30 PM
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Ensure that the following measures are implemented for the transport of individuals to/from day services to reduce COVID-19 transmission risk, when providing or contracting for transportation: •Ensure only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together;preventing individuals or staff from other residences to be intermingled whenever possible; •Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles to 50% of total capacity; •As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. •To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff by not sitting near each other or the driver. •If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. •To the extent they can medically tolerate one, support individuals to wear masks in vehicles. •After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and •Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow. Transportation department has done a thorough assessment and has made alterations to routes and times to adhere will all current guidance. Vehicle capacities will not exceed 50%. Families will be partners in this and will also be providing transportation for the foreseeable future to offset capacity restrictions.
Ensure that the following measures are implemented for the transport of individuals to/from day services to reduce COVID-19 transmission risk, when providing or contracting for transportation: •Ensure only individuals and staff from the same facility will be transported together;preventing individuals or staff from other residences to be intermingled whenever possible; •Reduce capacity on buses, vans, and other vehicles to 50% of total capacity; •As possible, stagger arrival and departure times to reduce entry and exit density. •To the extent possible, restrict close contact of individuals and staff by not sitting near each other or the driver. •If there are multiple doors in a bus or van, utilize one-way entering and exiting. Provide instruction for individuals to exit the vehicle one at a time and wait for driver or staff instruction before doing so.; Ensure staff and the driver always wear face coverings in the vehicle. Ensure staff who cannot medically tolerate the use of a face covering are not assigned to transport individuals. •To the extent they can medically tolerate one, support individuals to wear masks in vehicles. •After each trip is completed, clean and disinfect the interior of the vehicle before additional individuals are transported; and •Where appropriate and safe, roll windows down to permit air flow. Transportation department has done a thorough assessment and has made alterations to routes and times to adhere will all current guidance. Vehicle capacities will not exceed 50%. Families will be partners in this and will also be providing transportation for the foreseeable future to offset capacity restrictions.
Other Considerations:
Program Contact Info
Jill Weinisch, Strategic Director of Vocational, Day & Community Supports
(518) 281-5402
Program Site Location
421A New Karner Road
Albany NY, 12205
421A New Karner Road
Albany NY, 12205
Wildwood Programs
Prevocational Services
1190 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham NY, 12210
Latham NY, 12210
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Community Pre-Voc program has been operating virtually since the closure of our hub-site in March. We've been pleasantly surprised by how engaged people in that program have been and many of our business partners have been willing to participate in activities. We plan to continue operating that way until the community volunteer sites we use re-open which may be a while. Wildwood's Employment Services has continued throughout the pandemic. Many of the people we support are essential workers who have needed job coaches as they've provided needed services. Others have lost their jobs and needed help filing for unemployment and navigating the search for new work. CDC guidelines are implemented to the fullest.
Community Pre-Voc program has been operating virtually since the closure of our hub-site in March. We've been pleasantly surprised by how engaged people in that program have been and many of our business partners have been willing to participate in activities. We plan to continue operating that way until the community volunteer sites we use re-open which may be a while. Wildwood's Employment Services has continued throughout the pandemic. Many of the people we support are essential workers who have needed job coaches as they've provided needed services. Others have lost their jobs and needed help filing for unemployment and navigating the search for new work. CDC guidelines are implemented to the fullest.
Program Contact Info
Jill Weinisch, Strategic Director of Vocational, Day & Community Supports
(518) 281-5402
Catholic Charities-Broome County
Residential Habilitation
232 Main Street
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. Homevisits are pre-planned/pre-scheduled following visiting policy and safeguards utilizing social distancing. Community access has been limited due to COVID precautions.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
50% utilization within agency vehicles, with occupancy of up to only two residents at a time to maintain social distancing. Vehicles are sanitized in between use. No public transportation is occurring to risk of spread of COVID-19.
50% utilization within agency vehicles, with occupancy of up to only two residents at a time to maintain social distancing. Vehicles are sanitized in between use. No public transportation is occurring to risk of spread of COVID-19.
Other Considerations:
Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. Catholic Charities has a Safety Plan that they follow with COVID-19 Precautions. Community outings are limited due to social distancing precautions. Family members are allowed to visit utilizing social distancing and wearing masks. Visitors, staff and residents receive health screenings to ensure safety. Currently Catholic Charities of Broome County has an opening in one of their IRA's.
Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. Catholic Charities has a Safety Plan that they follow with COVID-19 Precautions. Community outings are limited due to social distancing precautions. Family members are allowed to visit utilizing social distancing and wearing masks. Visitors, staff and residents receive health screenings to ensure safety. Currently Catholic Charities of Broome County has an opening in one of their IRA's.
Program Contact Info
Amanda Welch, Program Manager
(607) 724-1060
InFlight
Day Habilitation
ISail Without Walls - Red Hook Location
7537-7539 North Broadway
Red Hook NY, 12571
Red Hook NY, 12571
Reopening Date: 8/11/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
At this time, the Red Hook ISail program is scheduled to open on Tuesday 8/11/20 with a maximum capacity of 10 individuals per day on a rotating basis. Letters to individuals and families will be provided upon arrival on 8/11/20 outlining more specific information. At this time, there are no scheduled dates for re-opening of other sites. Awaiting receipt of safety plans and letters to individuals and families.
At this time, the Red Hook ISail program is scheduled to open on Tuesday 8/11/20 with a maximum capacity of 10 individuals per day on a rotating basis. Letters to individuals and families will be provided upon arrival on 8/11/20 outlining more specific information. At this time, there are no scheduled dates for re-opening of other sites. Awaiting receipt of safety plans and letters to individuals and families.
ARC of Rockland
Day Habilitation
25 Hemlock Drive
Congers NY, 10920
Congers NY, 10920
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 9am-1pm
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Only a limited number of sites have re-opened at this point. Bus transportation (contracted) has been cnacelled at this point. They are asking that families drop members off. The other option is that program staff doing van pick ups - with limitations to number of people in the vehicle. 50% vehicle capacity and only if they are going to same location.
Only a limited number of sites have re-opened at this point. Bus transportation (contracted) has been cnacelled at this point. They are asking that families drop members off. The other option is that program staff doing van pick ups - with limitations to number of people in the vehicle. 50% vehicle capacity and only if they are going to same location.
Other Considerations:
Day hab programs are taking place on a limited schedule (4.5 hours). If a family is unwilling to have a member, ARC will offer day hab in the home (both community and IRA) ongoing if they have the staff available to do so. Com hab is being offered as an option if Day Hab will not be resumed long term. The initial re-opening push was focussed on community members who were living with parents and now they are turing their focus on opening up to IRA members.
Day hab programs are taking place on a limited schedule (4.5 hours). If a family is unwilling to have a member, ARC will offer day hab in the home (both community and IRA) ongoing if they have the staff available to do so. Com hab is being offered as an option if Day Hab will not be resumed long term. The initial re-opening push was focussed on community members who were living with parents and now they are turing their focus on opening up to IRA members.
Program Contact Info
Daniel Wergers, Senior director of community services
(845) 480-7600
Program Site Location
25 Hemlock Drive
Congers NY, 10920
25 Hemlock Drive
Congers NY, 10920
Southern Tier Independence Center-STIC
Individual Directed Goods and Services
135 E. Frederick Street
Binghamton NY, 13904
Binghamton NY, 13904
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
IDGS is a new program for Southern Tier Independence Center and is just opening up.
IDGS is a new program for Southern Tier Independence Center and is just opening up.
Onondaga Community Living
Prevocational Services
518 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date: 7/16/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: depends on members needs and preferences
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
No
No
Other Considerations:
Program requires every staff and to wear a face mask and for stafto carry extra PPE with them; sanitizer and gloves in case a member needs it. When in vehicle staff and member must wear face mask and staff must disinfect vehicle before transporting member receiving services. In case of a possible exposure the staff needs to contact their supervisor and HR dept asap. They ensure documentation of every location visited during the day for contact tracing. The program has reviewed protocols with members.
Program requires every staff and to wear a face mask and for stafto carry extra PPE with them; sanitizer and gloves in case a member needs it. When in vehicle staff and member must wear face mask and staff must disinfect vehicle before transporting member receiving services. In case of a possible exposure the staff needs to contact their supervisor and HR dept asap. They ensure documentation of every location visited during the day for contact tracing. The program has reviewed protocols with members.
Program Contact Info
Lawton Williamson, Director of Community Employment, Com Hab
(315) 434-9597
WRAPAROUND SERVICES HUDSON VALLEY, INC.
Day Habilitation
250 Tuytenbridge Road
Lake Katrine NY, 12449
Lake Katrine NY, 12449
Reopening Date: 8/10/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
reduction in capacity unless the individuals are coming from their same home.
reduction in capacity unless the individuals are coming from their same home.
Other Considerations:
Reopening can occur as early as the 10th but will depend on the number of members who would like to come back to program. Working to bring back members who live in the community first and then will look to bring back those that live in the IRA's and state operated IRA's after that.
Reopening can occur as early as the 10th but will depend on the number of members who would like to come back to program. Working to bring back members who live in the community first and then will look to bring back those that live in the IRA's and state operated IRA's after that.
Saratoga Bridges/ Saratoga County ARC
Day Habilitation
16 Saratoga Bridges Boulevard
Ballston Spa NY, 12020
Ballston Spa NY, 12020
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Yes all participants must wear masks and stay 6 feet apart
Yes all participants must wear masks and stay 6 feet apart
Other Considerations:
Saratoga Bridges is opening in Phases. Phase one week one concluded 8/7/202. All participants were reached by phone prior to starting. This Phase included members living at home only. Program Directors will evaluate how this Phase went before going to Phase two.
Saratoga Bridges is opening in Phases. Phase one week one concluded 8/7/202. All participants were reached by phone prior to starting. This Phase included members living at home only. Program Directors will evaluate how this Phase went before going to Phase two.
Program Contact Info
Jackie Wright, Director of Day Program
(518) 584-8172
Program Site Location
Wilton Day Program
690 Route 9 NY, Gansevoort
Wilton Day Program
690 Route 9 NY, Gansevoort
ACHIEVE
Residential Habilitation
125 Cutler Pond Road
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Binghamton NY, 13905
https://www.achieveny.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: Residential Habilitation continues within IRA's. IRA's have resumed community outings with administrative approval following social distancing guidelines. Scheduled visits with family are occurring with IRA's often scheduled at parks or outside to maintain social distancing. When visits occur individuals involved are screened to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19. Within the IRA's all members are encouraged to attend outings at least weekly with agency van utlization.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Residential Habilitation continues to be provided within IRA's. IRA's have resumed community outings with administrative approval following social distancing guidelines. Scheduled visits with family are occurring with IRA's often scheduled at parks or outside to maintain social distancing. When visits occur individuals involved are screened to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19. Within the IRA's all members are encouraged to attend outings at least weekly with agency van utilization.
Residential Habilitation continues to be provided within IRA's. IRA's have resumed community outings with administrative approval following social distancing guidelines. Scheduled visits with family are occurring with IRA's often scheduled at parks or outside to maintain social distancing. When visits occur individuals involved are screened to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19. Within the IRA's all members are encouraged to attend outings at least weekly with agency van utilization.
Another Step, Inc.
Day Habilitation
706 Executive Blvd
Valley Cottage NY, 10920
Valley Cottage NY, 10920
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 9am-3pm
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
They provide a WOW Day hab model and are now offering 1:1 services, where there is 1 staff assigned to 1 member using the same vehicle daily. Same staff is assigned daily and if a staff calls out, they cancel services for that day. They offer services for 2 hours a day (either AM or PM) shift and the only exception to the 1:1 is if there are multiple members who live in the same house, then they will group them together. The will santize vans between shifts. The Vans are santized every night.
They provide a WOW Day hab model and are now offering 1:1 services, where there is 1 staff assigned to 1 member using the same vehicle daily. Same staff is assigned daily and if a staff calls out, they cancel services for that day. They offer services for 2 hours a day (either AM or PM) shift and the only exception to the 1:1 is if there are multiple members who live in the same house, then they will group them together. The will santize vans between shifts. The Vans are santized every night.
Other Considerations:
They were accepting new referrals mostly from school setting. Some of those referrals have opted to use programs the schools have offered and delayed their starting a new day hab program at this time.
They were accepting new referrals mostly from school setting. Some of those referrals have opted to use programs the schools have offered and delayed their starting a new day hab program at this time.
(914) 946-2288
Another Step, Inc.
Day Habilitation
706 Executive Blvd
Valley Cottage NY, 10920
Valley Cottage NY, 10920
Reopening Date: 7/27/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 9am-3pm
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
They provide a WOW Day hab model and are now offering 1:1 services, where there is 1 staff assigned to 1 member using the same vehicle daily. Same staff is assigned daily and if a staff calls out, they cancel services for that day. They offer services for 2 hours a day (either AM or PM) shift and the only exception to the 1:1 is if there are multiple members who live in the same house, then they will group them together. The will santize vans between shifts. The Vans are santized every night.
They provide a WOW Day hab model and are now offering 1:1 services, where there is 1 staff assigned to 1 member using the same vehicle daily. Same staff is assigned daily and if a staff calls out, they cancel services for that day. They offer services for 2 hours a day (either AM or PM) shift and the only exception to the 1:1 is if there are multiple members who live in the same house, then they will group them together. The will santize vans between shifts. The Vans are santized every night.
Other Considerations:
They were accepting new referrals mostly from school setting. Some of those referrals have opted to use programs the schools have offered and delayed their starting a new day hab program at this time.
They were accepting new referrals mostly from school setting. Some of those referrals have opted to use programs the schools have offered and delayed their starting a new day hab program at this time.
(914) 946-2288
ARC of Chemung
Community Habilitation
711 Sullivan St
Elmira NY, 13850
Elmira NY, 13850
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: as scheduled with individuals
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
(607) 734-6151
Arc of Westchester
Prevocational Services
265 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Hawthorne NY, 10532
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 4.5 hours per day
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Vans need to be at 50% capacity, per OPWDD, unless they live together.
Vans need to be at 50% capacity, per OPWDD, unless they live together.
Other Considerations:
Everyone is welcome to come back to program. Not really able to provide transportation. Members cannot just show up, as attendance must be planned.
Everyone is welcome to come back to program. Not really able to provide transportation. Members cannot just show up, as attendance must be planned.
Program Contact Info
Delinda , Program Director
(914) 963-1600
Program Site Location
567 Yonkers Ave
Yonkers NY, 10701
567 Yonkers Ave
Yonkers NY, 10701
ARISE
Supported Employment
635 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Syracuse NY, 13203
https://ariseinc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
Transportation vehicles are sanitized every day before and after transporting members. Staff are provided with masks and are assessed for COVID via on line daily before services as are members are assessed also before services.
(315) 671-5107
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
Program Site Location
1257 Trumansburg Rd
Ithaca NY, 14850
1257 Trumansburg Rd
Ithaca NY, 14850
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
Program Site Location
119 Kemper Lane
Norwich NY, 13815
119 Kemper Lane
Norwich NY, 13815
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
Program Site Location
67 Riverside Drive
binghhamton NY, 13905
67 Riverside Drive
binghhamton NY, 13905
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
Program Site Location
12 School st
New Berlin NY, 13411
12 School st
New Berlin NY, 13411
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
individuals/families and care managers will be contacted when sites are ready to proceed with opening
Program Site Location
965 Tracey Creek Road
vestal NY, 13850
965 Tracey Creek Road
vestal NY, 13850
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown at this time
unknown at this time
Other Considerations:
individuals/families/ care managers will be contacted by program when they are ready to proceed with opening
individuals/families/ care managers will be contacted by program when they are ready to proceed with opening
(607) 265-3322
Program Site Location
15598, st hwy 8
masonville NY, 13804
15598, st hwy 8
masonville NY, 13804
Broome DDSO
Day Habilitation
249 Glenwood rd
Binghamton NY, 13905
Binghamton NY, 13905
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: unknown
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
unknown
unknown
Other Considerations:
opening will be phases, individuals/familes/ and care managers will be contacted by program
opening will be phases, individuals/familes/ and care managers will be contacted by program
Program Site Location
28 Hill st
Oneonta NY, 13820
28 Hill st
Oneonta NY, 13820
Challenge
Prevocational Services
950 Danby Road
Suite 179 Ithaca NY, 14850
Suite 179 Ithaca NY, 14850
Reopening Date: 7/22/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation is not provided
Transportation is not provided
Other Considerations:
This certified setting is part of an integrated business that has been back in operation since the first phase of re-opening. As such, we already have fairly well established policies for signage, hygiene, sanitation, screening and the use of PPE. In accordance with the essential need to cultivate self-advocacy skills in OPWDD participants, we have revised on Staff Action Plans to designate that COVID safety will be taught at part of OWPDD programming on at least a weekly basis.
This certified setting is part of an integrated business that has been back in operation since the first phase of re-opening. As such, we already have fairly well established policies for signage, hygiene, sanitation, screening and the use of PPE. In accordance with the essential need to cultivate self-advocacy skills in OPWDD participants, we have revised on Staff Action Plans to designate that COVID safety will be taught at part of OWPDD programming on at least a weekly basis.
(607) 272-8990
CP of the North Country
Other
4 Commerce Lane
Canton NY, 13617
Canton NY, 13617
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
Only using agency vehicles at this time so disinfection can occur. Strict transportation policy in place, extra precautions are taken for both staff and members.
Only using agency vehicles at this time so disinfection can occur. Strict transportation policy in place, extra precautions are taken for both staff and members.
Other Considerations:
Re opening plans are being revised and finalized. No group outings, lower risk opportunities offered, masks, hand sanitizer, PPE provided. Screening protocols for staff and program participants every day. Please contact Sherri Hewitson for questions regarding Environmental Modifications, Hourly Respite at sherri@cpnorthcountry.org Phone: 315-379-8250 Please contact Nichole Belonge for questions regarding DH, CH, Residential habilitation at NBelonge@cpnorthcountry.org Phone:315-379-8250 CP of the North Country has a COVID-19 page and may be visited at https://link.zixcentral.com/u/dae6a0df/3LMGm6Dr6hGjG1tLsebghQ?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpnorthcountry.org%2Fcovid-19%2F
Re opening plans are being revised and finalized. No group outings, lower risk opportunities offered, masks, hand sanitizer, PPE provided. Screening protocols for staff and program participants every day. Please contact Sherri Hewitson for questions regarding Environmental Modifications, Hourly Respite at sherri@cpnorthcountry.org Phone: 315-379-8250 Please contact Nichole Belonge for questions regarding DH, CH, Residential habilitation at NBelonge@cpnorthcountry.org Phone:315-379-8250 CP of the North Country has a COVID-19 page and may be visited at https://link.zixcentral.com/u/dae6a0df/3LMGm6Dr6hGjG1tLsebghQ?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpnorthcountry.org%2Fcovid-19%2F
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Day Habilitation
40 Devereux Way
Red Hook NY, 12571
Red Hook NY, 12571
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: No opening date or schedule available at this time.
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
At this time, the safety plan for re-opening is in development. There are no immediate plans for re-opening day program in any of the sites.
At this time, the safety plan for re-opening is in development. There are no immediate plans for re-opening day program in any of the sites.
Hamaspik of Rockland
Day Habilitation
58 Route 59
Monsey NY, 10977
Monsey NY, 10977
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Members coming from IRA will come separetly - 50 % or less capacity in vehicle.
Members coming from IRA will come separetly - 50 % or less capacity in vehicle.
Other Considerations:
Day program groups will be kept seperately - group home members who live together will be together and avoid mixture of groups. Big rooms where social distancing can be practiced.
Day program groups will be kept seperately - group home members who live together will be together and avoid mixture of groups. Big rooms where social distancing can be practiced.
(845) 503-0215
Hand in Hand Family Services
Community Habilitation
1527 60th Street
Brooklyn NY, 11219
Brooklyn NY, 11219
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: Program never closed
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A as there is no transportation provided
N/A as there is no transportation provided
Other Considerations:
Community habilitation and respite services have primarily been ongoing during the pandemic, for many families virtually. Face to face servcies are still being provided to those members and famlies that are comfortable. Safety precautions have included: free COVID 19 testing for DSP staff, temperature screens, free access to masks and gloves, and social distancing. Email blasts have been ongoing to members, families, and staff informing them of this information.
Community habilitation and respite services have primarily been ongoing during the pandemic, for many families virtually. Face to face servcies are still being provided to those members and famlies that are comfortable. Safety precautions have included: free COVID 19 testing for DSP staff, temperature screens, free access to masks and gloves, and social distancing. Email blasts have been ongoing to members, families, and staff informing them of this information.
(718) 336-6073
Program Site Location
community -family homes
NY,
community -family homes
NY,
Heritage Farms
Community Habilitation
3599 NY-46 #46
Bouckville NY, 13310
Bouckville NY, 13310
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Heritage Farms
Community Habilitation
3599 NY-46 #46
Bouckville NY, 13310
Bouckville NY, 13310
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Inclusive Links, Inc.
Community Habilitation
45 Ludlow Street
Yonkers NY, 10705
Yonkers NY, 10705
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: program remained open throughout pandemic
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A as no transportation is provided
N/A as no transportation is provided
Other Considerations:
Agency provides community habilitation and respite in the family homes and remained open and flexible throughout the pandemic. Some families preferred online telehealth calls and others continued with face to face contacts in the home. New safety guidelines were shared with all staff, who have to pass trainings before working face-to-face. Social distancing and mask-wearing are implemented with all face to face contacts.
Agency provides community habilitation and respite in the family homes and remained open and flexible throughout the pandemic. Some families preferred online telehealth calls and others continued with face to face contacts in the home. New safety guidelines were shared with all staff, who have to pass trainings before working face-to-face. Social distancing and mask-wearing are implemented with all face to face contacts.
Program Site Location
community- family homes
NY,
community- family homes
NY,
Independent Support Services
Community Habilitation
20 Crystal Street
Monticello NY, 12701
Monticello NY, 12701
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: Site never closed
Accepting New Referrals: No
Kelberman
Community Habilitation
NY,
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule:
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Other Considerations:
all information can be found at kelbermancenter.org
all information can be found at kelbermancenter.org
Onondaga Community Living
Community Habilitation
518 James St.
Syracuse NY, 13203
Syracuse NY, 13203
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
There have been no changes to the Community Habilitation programs
There have been no changes to the Community Habilitation programs
Other Considerations:
(315) 434-9597
Oswego County Opportunities
Day Habilitation
239 Oneida Street
Fulton NY, 13069
Fulton NY, 13069
Reopening Date:
Serving: Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
Day Hab continued in their residences throughout COVID-19
Day Hab continued in their residences throughout COVID-19
Oswego County Opportunities
Other
239 Oneida Street
Fulton NY, 13069
Fulton NY, 13069
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
RCIL
Support Broker
131 Genesee Street
Utica NY, 13503
Utica NY, 13503
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: There have been no changes to the program, it continued as it was, with the families choosing whether to continue during COVID.
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
no transportation
no transportation
Other Considerations:
Salvation Army
Day Habilitation
749 S Warren Street
Syracuse NY, 13202
Syracuse NY, 13202
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Other Considerations:
There is no contact for the program - voice message states "Temporarily Closed" with no option to leave a message.
There is no contact for the program - voice message states "Temporarily Closed" with no option to leave a message.
Select Human Services/ New Hope Community
Community Habilitation
17-19 Marble Avenue
Pleasantville NY, 10570
Pleasantville NY, 10570
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: community based servcies-hours vary by need
Accepting New Referrals: Yes
Changes to Transportation:
N/A. No transportation is offered
N/A. No transportation is offered
Other Considerations:
Agency provides community habilitation and respite services in the family homes/community. Program has been open throughout pandemic, providing face-to-face services depending on comfort levels/needs of members/staff/families, and zoom online supports, as requested. Safety measures such as temperature-taking, social distancing, and mask-wearing is ongoing.
Agency provides community habilitation and respite services in the family homes/community. Program has been open throughout pandemic, providing face-to-face services depending on comfort levels/needs of members/staff/families, and zoom online supports, as requested. Safety measures such as temperature-taking, social distancing, and mask-wearing is ongoing.
Program Site Location
community addresses
NY,
community addresses
NY,
Southeast Consortium
Respite
Recreational Respite
740 West Boston Post Rd. #316
Mamaroneck NY, 10543
Mamaroneck NY, 10543
Reopening Date: 8/15/2020
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: test program scheduled for 2 upcoming Sarurdays, 8/15/20 and 8/22/20.
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
N/A. Recreational respite does not offer transportation to participants.
N/A. Recreational respite does not offer transportation to participants.
Other Considerations:
Families need to sign waiver before attending the recreational programs, which will be held as a test-run for 2 weeks 1X week. Program is held outdoors, with only 10 participants at a time, 10 feet distance implemented, and mask-wearing at all times. Staff is required to test before working each program. If test program is successful, safety plan will be sent to OPWDD with guidelines for a full re-opening of program.
Families need to sign waiver before attending the recreational programs, which will be held as a test-run for 2 weeks 1X week. Program is held outdoors, with only 10 participants at a time, 10 feet distance implemented, and mask-wearing at all times. Staff is required to test before working each program. If test program is successful, safety plan will be sent to OPWDD with guidelines for a full re-opening of program.
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Support Broker
634 Birchwood Dr
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc of Madison Cortland
Fiscal Intermediary
634 Birchwood Dr
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Oneida NY, 13421
www.arcofmc.org
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
Utica
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date: 8/17/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date: 8/3/2020
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community and Residential
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
The Arc, Oneida Lewis Chapter
Day Habilitation
245 Genesee St
Utica NY, 13501
Utica NY, 13501
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Changes to Transportation:
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Transportation has been coordinated to be provided by families in personal vehicles or by the Agency in Agency vehicles. Vehicle capacity will not exceed 50% and only those staff and people we support who attend or work at the day program will be transported together. Face masks will be worn by all and if they cannot be tolerated, social distancing will be used, and if that is not possible, people will be transported alone. The trip log has been revised to indicate disinfecting after each trip. A schedule has been developed to stagger start and end times to reduce density.
Other Considerations:
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Supported Employment
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Supported Employment
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Supported Employment
125 Business Park Drive
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Utica NY, 13501
https://www.upstatecp.org/
Reopening Date:
Serving: Community
Program Schedule: 8:00 - 4:00
Accepting New Referrals: No
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Reopening Date:
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Accepting New Referrals: No
Results were last updated on: Sep 15, 2020
These program entries are accurate as of the date listed. Please check agency websites for the most up to date information.