UPDATE: The comment period for FOFILLS has been extended to March 31, 2023. Learn more here OPWDD is pleased to announce the extension of the public comment period on the recently released draft Request for Applications for the OPWDD program: Funding …
OPWDD is pleased to announce that the public comment period on the draft Request for Applications (RFA) for the OPWDD program: Funding Opportunity for Independent Living Letters of Support (FOFILLS) that was announced on November 29, 2022 has been extended …
Dear Friends and Colleagues, Today, OPWDD is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for development of a statewide direct support professional marketing and recruitment campaign. As OPWDD and our non-profit service provider …
Dear Friends and Colleagues: As we celebrate Black History Month this February and contemplate the theme of “Black Resistance” for 2023, I can’t help but reflect upon the similarities between black resistance and the obstacles that people with …
OPWDD is pleased to announce the extension of the public comment period on the recently released draft Request for Applications for the OPWDD program: Funding Opportunity for Independent Living Letters of Support (FOFILLS). On November 29, 2022 OPWDD …
DDPC Announces Partnerships to Improve Services for People with Dual Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Diagnoses The New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council is pleased to announce $3 million in grant funding for two five- …
OPWDD’s Family Care program provides community-based residential housing in certified private homes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Dear Friends and Colleagues: In his letter from the Birmingham Jail so many years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. eloquently said that “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” His words continue to inspire us and frame our work as we …
In compliance with 42 CFR §441.301(6)(B)(iii), the New York State Department of Health (DOH), on behalf of New York State, is pleased to seek submission of comments on its Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule Statewide Transition Plan (STP) …
OPWDD’s Integrated Supportive Housing (ISH) program supports the development of new community-based housing opportunities for people with developmental disabilities who want to live with greater independence. Today, OPWDD released its second opportunity of …
OPWDD is pleased to announce the extension of the public comment period on the recently released draft Request for Applications for the OPWDD program: Funding Opportunity for Independent Living Letters of Support (FOFILLS). On November 29, OPWDD announced …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of 160 affordable and supportive homes and over 25,000 square feet of health-focused community space in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Known as Vital Brookdale, the $82 million development is the first of ten …
Issued November 29, 2022 Dear Friends and Colleagues: I am very pleased to announce that the draft OPWDD Funding Opportunity for Independent Living Letters of Support (FOFILLS) is now available for public comment. This funding round is being offered in …
Jason is currently a Tier 1 Customer Support Representative who works at eVero in Melville on Long Island. He’s worked on the company’s Help Desk for four years now, assisting customers with numerous issues related to their accounts. Because Jason has a …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities has completed a five-year strategic plan to help strengthen supports and services for New Yorkers. Developed with significant input from …
Dear Friends and Colleagues, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities has released our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan which will guide our agency as we work to strengthen supports and …
Due to the successful partnership between OPWDD and NYC Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) in the development of affordable housing for people receiving services through OPWDD’s Integrated Supportive Housing (ISH) program, Commissioner Neifeld is pleased to …
Anthony and Lacretia at Party City.When Anthony first came to AIM Services Inc. in Saratoga for employment support, it was right around the time the global COVID-19 pandemic started. Like so many people during the pandemic, Anthony spent more time than …
Manny in front of Craft & Vallata Restaurant.Emmanuel, who goes by the name “Manny” started attending the League and Education Treatment Center (LETC’s) prevocational program in February of 2008. Throughout his years, Manny has demonstrated an …
