Many LIFEPlan members are or have been involved with SANYS over the years. But what is SANYS? SANYS is a statewide self-advocacy organization founded, and led, by people with developmental disabilities for people […]
Continue ReadingThere are many changes and adjustments people are making as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. One is to figure out how to best use the resources available to us including stretching our budgets […]
Continue ReadingJenny Kellogg has proven that she can do anything that she sets her mind to. Jenny worked at Country Valley Industries in Tioga, NY since 2007. In 2013, she took […]
Continue ReadingPer the Governor’s Executive Order, CCO Health Homes fall within designated Essential Businesses, and Care Management Staff are essential workers. Care Managers’ should continue to work from home while supporting members. This notice is to confirm that your agencies, which provide services to individuals with […]
Continue ReadingPROVIDER FOCUS | ARISE Afternoon Child Respite Service ARISE Child and Family Services is a LIFEPlan provider agency in Central New York that has recently launched a Syracuse based inclusive […]
Continue ReadingABLE Accounts Support Planning for Financial Needs Many people with a disability work hard to make sure they do not go over the $2,000 SSI limit for fear of losing […]
Continue ReadingCarol is a LIFEPlan member from Binghamton whose dad passed away when she was 4 years old. Among her fondest memories are those of her father behind the lens of […]
Continue ReadingTom (not his real name) is a 56-year-old LIFEPlan member who lives on his own, enjoying life and community with a great deal of freedom. Recently, Tom became ill […]
Continue ReadingFor a long time, Kirk and his father lived together and supported each other. In fact, Kirk was his dad’s primary caregiver, ensuring all his needs were met. When his […]
Continue ReadingKnowing you have a safe and warm place to lay our head at night gives people a great sense of security. Imagine unexpectedly finding yourself without that security. Troy Brown, […]
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