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 with disabilities. Their mission, “Speaking Up for Ourselves and Others”. With many local…
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 even further. LIFEPlan came across information about Lifeline, a New York State Lifeline Discounted Telephone…
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 developmental disabilities and are operated, certified, authorized or funded by…
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 after school program for any school aged child. The after…
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 or getting a reduction in benefits such as SNAP. As…
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 and was admitted to the hospital where he was diagnosed…
Continue ReadingLearning to ride a bike is a rite of passage for most typical children growing up, but for children with special needs, the dream of bike riding with their family is a dream that may never come true. Tyler, who…
Continue ReadingQ: Even though my 8 year old son has autism and cannot speak, I can usually can tell what he wants or needs. I try hard to give it to him quickly, otherwise he gets very upset. But sometimes I…
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