A few words about what we do
Through our Committees, we provide a forum for discussion of issues, provide information and support to families, and advocate for the social and economic issues that affect the quality of life of the people we serve. The council acts in an advisory capacity to theNew York City Department of Health and Mental Hygieneand the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, identifying unmet needs and reviewing service proposals. We provide representation to the Inter Agency Council of Developmental Disabilities Agencies and work in cooperation with New York City’s other four Borough Councils as well as other advocacy and planning groups.
We advocate for the following essential components of today’s community-based system of services.
– Residential Services
– Early Intervention and Special Education
– Adult Day Services and Supported Employment
– Medical and Clinical Services
– Service Coordination and Family Support Services
– Transportation
Advocacy Never Ends: It’s A Lifetime Commitment.
“People today don’t understand the struggles and history we’ve been through. We need to continue educating consumers about the danger of losing what we’ve worked so hard to achieve. That is the reality, Parents today need to realize they are one step away from losing everything.“
– Mary Bonsignore
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Self Advocates: Latavia, Danielle & Joanne
Self Advocates
Want to make a difference?
- Individual & Family Support Services.
- Adult Day & Residential Committee.
- Care Coordination/Health Services Committee