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he New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
SUPPORTING PEOPLE TO LIVE, WORK AND TAKE PART IN THEIR COMMUNITY
The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome and other neurological impairments. It provides services directly and through a network of approximately 500 nonprofit service providing agencies, with about 80 percent of services provided by the private nonprofits and 20 percent provided by state-run services.
https://opwdd.ny.gov/
The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome and other neurological impairments. It provides services directly and through a network of approximately 500 nonprofit service providing agencies, with about 80 percent of services provided by the private nonprofits and 20 percent provided by state-run services.
https://opwdd.ny.gov/
Justice Center for the Protection of People With Special Needs TRIAD PROGRAM
https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/traid-program
TECHNOLOGY-RELATED ASSISTANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (TRAID) PROGRAM
The Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (TRAID) Program provides access to assistive technology to any New Yorker with a disability through Regional TRAID Centers. Regional TRAID Centers provide device loans and hands-on training to people with disabilities. To access equipment, locate the Regional TRAID Center overseeing your county from the list below.
The Justice Center administers TRAID through grants from the US Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living (ACL), the NYS Department of Health and ACCES-VR. A variety of devices are loaned out for use in different settings such as at home, school, or work.
The Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (TRAID) Program provides access to assistive technology to any New Yorker with a disability through Regional TRAID Centers. Regional TRAID Centers provide device loans and hands-on training to people with disabilities. To access equipment, locate the Regional TRAID Center overseeing your county from the list below.
The Justice Center administers TRAID through grants from the US Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living (ACL), the NYS Department of Health and ACCES-VR. A variety of devices are loaned out for use in different settings such as at home, school, or work.
https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/traid-program
New York Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (CQCAPD), Schenectady, NY
Name:New York Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (CQCAPD)
Provider Address:401 State Street, Schenectady, Schenectady, NY, 12305
[Business]: , 401 State Street, , , , Schenectady, NY, 12305
Provider Telephone:(518)388-2892
Website:https://www.chamberofcommerce.com/schenectady-ny/4662115-nys-commission-on-quality-care
Provider Address:401 State Street, Schenectady, Schenectady, NY, 12305
[Business]: , 401 State Street, , , , Schenectady, NY, 12305
Provider Telephone:(518)388-2892
Website:https://www.chamberofcommerce.com/schenectady-ny/4662115-nys-commission-on-quality-care
New York Connects New York Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (CQCAPD), updated 3/30/2016
New York Connects
New York Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (CQCAPD), updated 3/30/2016
https://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/providers/new-york-commission-on-quality-of-care-and-advocacy-for-persons-with-disabilities-cqcapd-sofa-ag-435253
Website:https://www.chamberofcommerce.com/schenectady-ny/4662115-nys-commission-on-quality-care
Program Advocacy and Information: https://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/services/advocacy-and-information-sofa1907
New York Commission on Quality of Care and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (CQCAPD), updated 3/30/2016
https://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/providers/new-york-commission-on-quality-of-care-and-advocacy-for-persons-with-disabilities-cqcapd-sofa-ag-435253
Website:https://www.chamberofcommerce.com/schenectady-ny/4662115-nys-commission-on-quality-care
Program Advocacy and Information: https://www.nyconnects.ny.gov/services/advocacy-and-information-sofa1907
New York State Department of Health Newborn Screening Program
http://www.wadsworth.org/newborn/newborn_health.html
The Newborn Screening Program in the Division of Genetic Disorders of the New York State Department of Health tests every child born in New York State for diseases that may not be identified at birth, but that may cause illness, mental retardation, or even death if not treated in the first weeks or months of life.
The program tests for more than 40 disorders. Some are inherited, and most are invisible during the first few weeks after birth. Fortunately, if identified and treated early, serious problems can often be prevented.
The program tests for more than 40 disorders. Some are inherited, and most are invisible during the first few weeks after birth. Fortunately, if identified and treated early, serious problems can often be prevented.
http://www.wadsworth.org/newborn/newborn_health.html
New York State Justice Center - The Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs
New York State Justice Center
The Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) was established in 2013 by the Protection of People with Special Needs Act. The agency was created to restore public trust in the institutions and individuals charged with caring for vulnerable populations by protecting the health, safety, and dignity of all people with special needs.
https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/
The Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) was established in 2013 by the Protection of People with Special Needs Act. The agency was created to restore public trust in the institutions and individuals charged with caring for vulnerable populations by protecting the health, safety, and dignity of all people with special needs.
https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/
New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
http://www.opwdd.ny.gov/
Developmental disabilities are a variety of conditions that become apparent during childhood and cause mental or physical limitation. These conditions include autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, mental retardation, and other neurological impairments.
The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) provides programs, services and resources to help families raising a child with developmental disabilities. Parents who are seeking services for a child with developmental disabilities should contact the Developmental Disabilities Services Office (DDSO) responsible for services in the county of their residence or a voluntary agency near you.
Effective July 13, 2010, the New York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD) officially became the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).
The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) provides programs, services and resources to help families raising a child with developmental disabilities. Parents who are seeking services for a child with developmental disabilities should contact the Developmental Disabilities Services Office (DDSO) responsible for services in the county of their residence or a voluntary agency near you.
Effective July 13, 2010, the New York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD) officially became the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).
http://www.opwdd.ny.gov/
New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Eligibility
http://www.opwdd.ny.gov/wt/forms/wt_important_facts.jsp
OPWDD, through its local Developmental Disabilities Services Offices (DDSO), determines whether a person has a developmental disability and is eligible for OPWDD funded services. A determination of developmental disability does not mean that the person is eligible for all OPWDD-funded services. Some OPWDD-funded services have additional eligibility criteria.
http://www.opwdd.ny.gov/wt/forms/wt_important_facts.jsp
New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
http://www.oasas.ny.gov/fasd/index.cfm
The New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) recognizes that the chemical dependence prevention and treatment system must address the need for specialized services for various population groups, including children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD).
http://www.oasas.ny.gov/fasd/index.cfm
New York State Office of Children and Family Services
http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/howdoi.asp
The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) provides resources to: help parents find child care programs, help people who want to start or are currently running child care programs, and anyone with a concern about the health or safety of a child in a day care program. Information about child welfare, adoption, Even Start foster homes, Head Start, Homeless Youth, permanency planning, Kinship Care and other youth services are also available at this website.
If you need to report suspected child abuse, contact information is located here as well. Information is available in other languages.
OCFS is home to the Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC). The ECAC is charged with creating a comprehensive and sustainable early childhood system to ensure the success of all children in New York State.
If you need to report suspected child abuse, contact information is located here as well. Information is available in other languages.
OCFS is home to the Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC). The ECAC is charged with creating a comprehensive and sustainable early childhood system to ensure the success of all children in New York State.
http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/howdoi.asp
New York State Office of Mental Health
http://www.omh.state.ny.us/omhweb/childservice
The NYS Office of Mental Health offers services to help you to identify early the emotional health needs of your child and to provide any needed treatment or support. This website has helpful resources about services, supports and information.
http://www.omh.state.ny.us/omhweb/childservice
NYS Department of Education Office of P to 12 Education
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/quality/parents.htm
The New York State Department of Education oversees public education, including special education for children age 3 and older. The Office of Special Education oversees the implementation of federal and State laws and policy for students with disabilities. The Office of Special Education also provides general supervision and monitoring of all public and private schools serving New York State preschool and school-age students with disabilities.
Each local school district is responsible for child find, or finding preschoolers with disabilities, under Section 4410 of the State Education Law and Section 619 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Each local school district is responsible for child find, or finding preschoolers with disabilities, under Section 4410 of the State Education Law and Section 619 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/quality/parents.htm
NYS Department of Health Bureau of Early Intervention
http://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/
The Early Intervention Program is a statewide program that provides many different types of therapeutic and support services to eligible infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. In New York State, the Department of Health is the lead agency responsible for the Early Intervention Program. To be eligible for services, children must be under 3 years of age and have a confirmed disability or established developmental delay, as defined by federal and state law and regulation, in one or more of the following areas of development: physical, cognitive, communication, social-emotional, and/or adaptive.
http://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/
NYS Department of Health Child Health Plus Program
http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0548/child_health_plus.htm
NYS Department of Health Child Health Plus Program
New York State has a health insurance plan for children called Child Health Plus. Your child may be eligible to join either Children's Medicaid or Child Health Plus—it depends on your family's income. Both Children's Medicaid and Child Health Plus are available through dozens of providers throughout the state.
For more information about Child Health Plus and Children's Medicaid, call this toll-free number: 1-800-698-4KIDS (1-800-698-4543). If you are hearing impaired call the TTY number, 1-877-898-5849.
New York State has a health insurance plan for children called Child Health Plus. Your child may be eligible to join either Children's Medicaid or Child Health Plus—it depends on your family's income. Both Children's Medicaid and Child Health Plus are available through dozens of providers throughout the state.
For more information about Child Health Plus and Children's Medicaid, call this toll-free number: 1-800-698-4KIDS (1-800-698-4543). If you are hearing impaired call the TTY number, 1-877-898-5849.
http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0548/child_health_plus.htm
NYS Department of Health Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program
http://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_needs/
The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) are children birth to-21 years of age who have, or are suspected of having, a serious or chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition. These children also require health and related services of a type or amount beyond that required by children generally. Any child with a special health care need residing in a county that has a CSHCN Program is eligible for information and referral services.
http://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_needs/
NYS Department of Health Children with Special Health Care Needs Resource Directory
http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0548/
This resource directory is for the families of children and young adults who have a serious illness or a long-lasting condition for which they need extra health care and support services.
The conditions can include cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, asthma, sickle cell anemia, diabetes, heart conditions, depression, mental retardation or developmental disability, conduct disorder, autism, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The directory will give you information about programs to help your family obtain and pay for the special services your child might need. There are phone numbers at the end of each section to talk to a staff person for more information. The directory is also available in English, Spanish, French, Russian and Chinese.
English: http://www.health.state.ny.us/publications/0548/
Chinese: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/4816.pdf
French: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/4818.pdf
Russian: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/4817.pdf
Spanish: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0549.pdf
The conditions can include cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, asthma, sickle cell anemia, diabetes, heart conditions, depression, mental retardation or developmental disability, conduct disorder, autism, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The directory will give you information about programs to help your family obtain and pay for the special services your child might need. There are phone numbers at the end of each section to talk to a staff person for more information. The directory is also available in English, Spanish, French, Russian and Chinese.
English: http://www.health.state.ny.us/publications/0548/
Chinese: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/4816.pdf
French: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/4818.pdf
Russian: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/4817.pdf
Spanish: http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0549.pdf
http://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0548/
NYS Department of Health Genetic Services Program
http://www.wadsworth.org/newborn/services.html
The purpose of the Genetic Services Program is to ensure that individuals with genetic disorders have access to comprehensive genetics services which include diagnostic, counseling and preventive services.
Call the New York State Department of Health's Genetic Service Program at (518) 474-7148 for information on the genetic center(s) nearest to you. Information is also available at: www.wadsworth.org/newborn
Call the New York State Department of Health's Genetic Service Program at (518) 474-7148 for information on the genetic center(s) nearest to you. Information is also available at: www.wadsworth.org/newborn
http://www.wadsworth.org/newborn/services.html
NYS Department of Health WIC Program
http://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/index.htm
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) offers nutrition education, breastfeeding support, referrals and a variety of nutritious foods to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum women, infants and children up to age five.
You can get the name and phone number of the WIC agency near you by calling 1-800-522-5006 or through the New York State Department of Health web site:
http://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/index.htm
You can get the name and phone number of the WIC agency near you by calling 1-800-522-5006 or through the New York State Department of Health web site:
http://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/index.htm
http://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/index.htm
NYS Office of Mental Health Community Support Services
http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/childservice/community_support.html
Provides information and resources about the Home and Community Based Services Waiver (HCBS); Intensive/Supported/Blended Case Management Program; Single Point of Access; Telepsychiatry; Crisis Residences; Home Based Crisis Intervention (HBCI); Community Residences; Family-Based Treatment Program (FBTP); and, Teaching Family Homes Programs.
http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/childservice/community_support.html
NYS Office of Mental Health Community Support Services
http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/childservice/community_support.html
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Provides information and resources about the Home and Community Based Services Waiver (HCBS); Intensive/Supported/Blended Case Management Program; Single Point of Access; Telepsychiatry; Crisis Residences; Home Based Crisis Intervention (HBCI); Community Residences; Family-Based Treatment Program (FBTP); and, Teaching Family Homes Programs.
http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/childservice/community_support.html
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