AccessCNY - Program
AccessCNY
1603 Court Street
Syracuse, NY
Offers person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities. Services fall into five primary areas: Programs for individuals with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries Services for individuals with mental health diagnoses Clinical services Inclusive preschool education Consumer-directed home care
Advocacy - Program
Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc.
131 Genesee Street
Utica, NY
Provides active support and guidance to people with disabilities, and help ensure that an individual’s choices for living independently are respected. Advocates can answer questions and provide assistance with applications for Social Security Disability and SSI, Temporary Assistance, HEAP, Medicaid, Food Stamps, and housing. Advocates can also assist recipients of DSS with understanding sanctions and the steps for Fair Hearings. Peer Mentoring Information and Referral Independent Living …
LIFE at RCIL Youth Services - Program
Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc.
131 Genesee Street
Utica, NY
Provides educational advocacy for students to develop an appropriate special education plan. Offers assistance with applications to individuals who are suspected of having a developmental disability with OPWDD eligibility process. Offers trainings to students, families of individuals with disabilities, educators, and/or service providers. Transition Services - assists students in creating plans for individualized transition services as they prepare for life after high school.
Outreach and Advocacy - Program
Arc Herkimer
350 S Washington Street
Herkimer, NY
*Inform families, schools and other public agencies of the services provided by Arc Herkimer.*Assists families/individuals with accessing services through Arc Herkimer and OPWDD.*Encourages self-advocacy to teach current clients of Arc Herkimer to speak up for themselves and others.
