Family Support Conference 2015 - Bronx D D Council



center3400425TABLE OF CONTENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT PAGE PAGE 2 ADULT DAY SERVICES PAGE 4 CHILDREN SERVICES PAGE 16 FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES PAGE 25 MEDICAID SERVICE COORDINATION PAGE 68CARE COORDINATION ORGANIZATIONS PAGE 82 RESIDENTIAL SERVICES PAGE 92AcknowledgementsAs we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Bronx Family Support Annual Conference, the Bronx DD Council commends the members of the Family Support Committee who work tirelessly to make this conference a success. Without the input and generosity of these key people, we could not say that is the Best Family Support Conference in New York State.Thank you to Mary Bonsignore and Nellie Vélez, Co-Chairs, who founded the committee and lead it to success every year. Mary and Nellie are the inspiration behind the conference. Their ability to plan a new and different conference every year is amazing.We want to thank Diane Santiago-Rodríguez, Advocate, who has the responsibility of organizing the Resource Directory Guide. Her ability to devote the time and patience to update and make changes to the information provided assures a comprehensive and user friendly guide. Special recognition to Deborah Weston, Parent Advocate; Elizabeth Longeran, Metro N.Y. DDRO; Jean M. Bondy, I.A.H.D and Diane Santiago-Rodríguez, Advocate, for their work assuring the accuracy of the information in the guide. Thanks also to John Paul González, Advocate. We also want to thank all of the members of the committee for their dedication and hard work throughout the year.Family Support Committee MembersMary Bonsignore & Nellie Vélez-Parent & Co-ChairsPaige Bond-Community Action for Human Services, Inc.Ana Koessler- I.A.H.D.Jean M. Bondy-I.A.H.D.Elizabeth Longeran-Metro DDRO, Region 4Josie Astacio-Cancel- AdvocateSophia Lulgjuray- I.A.H.D. Johanna Cepin- Services for the UnderservedCrystal Mamby-Metro DDRO, Region 4Peter Dolan-Services for the Developmentally ChallengedNadine McNeil- Parent AdvocateMartha Espinoza-Centers for Family SupportDiane Santiago-Rodríguez- AdvocateHanna Gabris- Kingsbridge Heights, CCJohanna Santana-Sinergia, Inc. John Paul González- AdvocatePatricia Schuckle- Advocate Claribel Gutiérrez- Help on the Way, Inc.Donnica Walsh-Community Action for Human Services, Inc. Mara Henriquez- Y.A.I.Deborah Weston-Parent Advocate Adult Bronx Day Services 2018ADULT DAY SERVICES OVERVIEW OF ADULT DAY SERVICESThe following programs/services are available for students who are graduating from the Department of Education, as well as, anyone eligible for OPWDD services over the age of 21. Occasionally, people are accepted at age 16 or 18.DAY HABILITATION is a service under OPWDD’s Home and Community Based Wavier (HCBS). This program assist individuals to acquire, retain or improve their self-help socialization and adaptive skills including communication, travel and other areas in adult education. Day Habilitation regularly takes place in a non-residential setting, separate from the person’s private residence or other home. The person’s activities and environments are designed to foster the deployment of skills and appropriate behavior, greater independence, community inclusion, relationship building, self-advocacy and informed choice. Additionally, individuals accessing Day Habilitation often contribute to their communities through volunteer work. Transportation is provided.DAY HABILITATION WITHOUT WALLS provides the same service as DAY HABILITATION but the only difference is that individuals gather at a site or hub and then are escorted, into the community, by staff. In some instances, individuals are escorted or transported from home, by staff, to community inclusion opportunities. Transportation is provided.WORK READINESS PROGRAMS address the issue of occupational exploration, job hunting techniques, and behaviors necessary to hold a job. A significant component of this type of program is devoted to the individual’s participation in community-based work internships. Staff works directly with each person, at a work site, to further assess their work skills, preferences and support needs. Considerable time is spent on training people to travel independently to work locations. The final phase of the program involves individualized job placement, with intensive job coaching services. The coach helps each person learn work tasks and appropriate work behaviors. Coaching continues, as needed, to insure job relation. Transportation is not provided.OVERVIEW OF ADULT DAY SERVICESPREVOCATIONAL SERVICES addresses the person’s vocational interests and assist individuals who are interested in joining “the world of work” but whose skills are such that they may not expect to obtain competitive employment within the next year. The individual may or may not perform work for which he or she is paid while receiving prevocational services. These services include support and training related to the ability to obtain and retain employment, excluding training on job tasks per se. Transportation is not provided.SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES help individuals work in all types of community businesses and industries such as; banks, education, technology, health care, hospitality, food service, retail, not-for-profit corporations and government.ENHANCED SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is designed for people who have not been able to work using traditional intensive supported employment services. It provides a higher focus set of supports, to assist in attaining positive employment outcomes.EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM provides internship and trainee opportunities in order to, help the person seek, acquire and maintain competitive employment. As part of the program, individuals will attend training sessions that will promote growth and development, as well as, enhanced employment opportunities. The internship or trainee opportunity will last for up to 18 months. For further information on this program, you may contact Felisha Grant at (718) 430-PETITIVE EMPLOYMENTThe ACCES-VR Office (Adult Career and Continuing Education Service), formerly known as VESID, is an agency that assists people with disabilities in obtaining paid employment commensurate with their skills. They also provide educational and job training services. For further information, call (718) 931-3500. MTA New York City Transit is now offering travel-training to qualified Access-A-Ride customers. The training is conducted by the Cerebral Palsy of New York State (CPA/NYS). For further information call (212) 947-5770.ADULT Day ServicesAGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATIONSERVEDADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)408 East 137th StreetBronx, NY 10454(P) 877-827-2666Day HabilitationAges 18+ADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)1780 Stillwell AvenueBronx, NY 10469(P)- 877-827-2666Day Habilitation Ages 18+ADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)2432 Grand Concourse2nd & 3rd floorsBronx, NY 10458(P)-877-827-2666Day Habilitation (site based & without walls)Ages 18+AHRC1420 Ferris PlaceBronx, NY 10461Charlotte Diaz(P)- 718-684-5434Howie Stone Adult Day Care, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+AHRC4377 Bronx Blvd.Bronx, NY 10466Doris Brent (P)- 718-994-6060Bronx Day Habilitation, non-ambulatory served with transportationAges 21+AHRC1952 Mayflower AvenueBronx, NY 10461Luz Arce(P)- 718- 792-9810 Ext. 219Day Habilitation, non-ambulatory served with transportationAges 21+AHRC4377 Bronx Blvd.Bronx, NY 10466Ana Kuharik(P)- 718-944-5099Day Habilitation, Pre Vocational Services, SEMPAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATIONSERVEDAngels Unware, Inc.1375 Nelson AvenueBronx, NY 10452Tiffany Vargas(P)- 718-293-4261Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Center for Family Support333 Seventh Avenue, 9th FLNew York, NY 10001Linda Schellenberg(P)- 212-629-7939 Ext. 217Day Habilitation without WallsAges 21+Cerebral Palsy Association of New York StateWest Farms Center 1880 Bryant AvenueBronx, NY 10460Crystal King(P)- 718-665-6464 Ext. 8774Day habilitation West Farms Center. Non ambulatory served. With transportationAges 21+Community Action for Human Services, Inc.4377 Bronx Blvd. Bronx, NY 10466Robert Jenkins(P)- 718-881-7895 Ext. 151Choices Day Habilitation program with transportationAges 21+Contemporary Guidance Services, Inc.52 Broadway, 4th FLNew York, NY 10004Veronica Garcia(P)- 212-577-5512Day Habilitation without Walls with transportationAges 21+Creative Lifestyles, Inc.287 E. 148th StreetBronx, NY 10451Rupert Pearson(P)- 718-742-1138 Ext. 556Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.420 McLean Avenue, Suite AYonkers, NY 10705Vera Valuckas(P)- 917-828-4776Vilas Loban(P)- 917-828-4605Day Habilitation and prevocational services with transportationAges 18+Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan NY257 Park Ave South, 3rd FLNew York, NY 10010Brian Pinto(P)- 212-677-8550Day Habilitation without WallsAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATIONSERVEDGateway Counseling CTR4500-4510 Furman AvenueBronx, NY 10470Tanea Williams(P)- 718-325-5021 Ext. 7208Group Day Habilitation, Supplemental Day Habilitation with transportationAges 19+Hawthorne Foundation525 Executive Blvd. Elmsford, NY 10523Deborah Flinch (P) 914-372-7176 Ext. 4010Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Help on the Way1338 Southern Blvd. Bronx, NY 10459Claribel Gutierrez(P)- 718-484-7810 Ext. 237Day Habilitation without Walls with transportationAges 21+Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc.2345 University Avenue Bronx, NY 10468Alrick Patterson(P)- 347-226-2256Day Habilitation, Day Habilitation without Walls, and SEMP with transportationAges 21+Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc. (IAHD)1680 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10460Sophia Lulgjuray(P)- 914-220-4325Day Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc. (IAHD)3625 Bainbridge AvenueBronx, NY 10467Sophia Lulgjuray(P)- 914-220-4325Day Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+Job Path, Inc.256 W. 38th StreetNew York ,NY 10018Kristan Matay(P) 212-994-0564Day Habilitation without Walls. No transportationAges 21+Leake and Watts Services, Inc.2 Courtland StreetMt. Vernon NY 10550Holli Rubiano(P) 914-375-8999Day Habilitation without Walls with transportationAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDLife Adjustment Center1175 Findlay AvenueBronx, NY 10456Sonia Stewart(P)- 718-293-9727 Ext. 15Day Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+Lifespire1315 Loomis StreetBronx, NY 10461Barbara Flores(P) 718-892-7765 Ext. 212Bronx Comprehensive Services Center, non-ambulatory served with transportationAges 21+Metro DDRO/OPWDD2400 Halsey StreetBronx, NY 10461Jeanine Crawford-Romaine(P) 718-239-5510Day Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+Mercy Drive, Inc.73-14 Yellowstone Blvd. Forest Hills, NY 11375Olga Williams (P) 347-998-5677Day Habilitation without walls, accessible with transportationAges 18+Modern Guidance Services3240 White Plains RoadBronx, NY 10467Majorie Smith(P)- 718-994-4617 Ext. 102Day Habilitation with transportationAges 18+Quality Services for The Autism Community (QSAC)1968 Eastchester Rd.Bronx, NY 10461Lloyd James(P)- 718-728-8476 Ext. 1814Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Services for the Developmentally Challenged, Inc.5670 Riverdale AvenueBronx, NY 10471Reva Zawel(P)- 347-980-2900Day Habilitation, Day Habilitation without Walls, and Pre Vocational services with transportationAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDServices for the Underserved708 Lydig AvenueBronx, NY 10462Gracie President or Brenda Williams (P)- 718-239-5434(P)-646-592-2607Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Services for the Underserved391 East 149th StreetBronx, NY 10455Melissa Martinez(P) 718-742-0344Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Services for the Underserved1029 E. 163rd StreetBronx, NY 10459Nicholas Watson (P)-718-617-7490Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Social Action Center665 Pelham Pkway North, Suite 401Bronx, NY 10467Van Brown (P)- 718-654-1815Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.751 E. 161st StreetBronx, NY 10456Debra Tirado(P)- 718-589-5553Day Habilitation with transportationAges 18+South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.3289 Third AvenueBronx, NY 10456Doreen Myles(P)- 718-665-5908Day Habilitation with transportation and lunch Ages 18+Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc.1775 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10453Jessica Gurberman(P)- 718-885-4630 Ext. 125Day Habilitation with transportationAges 21+Unique Life, Inc.2197 New England ThruwayBronx, NY 10455Rajah Gray(P)- 347-449-7891Day Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Gloria Paula(P)- 347-547-7211 ext. 1307Day Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+ADULT Day Services Not Based in the BronxAGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)122 E. 23rd StreetNew York, NY 10010Raven Taylor(P)-718-856-5420 Ext. 240Day/Evening Habilitation with transportation, non-ambulatory served Ages 21+ADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)309 West 23rd StreetNew York, NY 10010Raven Taylor(P)-718-856-5420 Ext. 240Day Habilitation III with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+ADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)120 East 23rd StreetNew York, NY Raven Taylor(P)-718-856-5420 Ext. 240Day Habilitation III with transportation, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+Association for the Advancement of the Blind and Retarded (AABR)161-06 89th AvenueJamaica, NY 11432Carey Quay or Michael Arnold(P)- 718-262-9200Wellington Hall Day Habilitation and Pre vocational with limited transportation, multi-disabledAges 21+Association for the Advancement of the Blind and Retarded (AABR)112-33 199th StreetSt. Albans, NY 11412Sandra Khan or Joan Clarke(P)- 718-776-3900Day Habilitation with limited transportation, multi-disabled Ages 21+Contemporary Guidance Services, Inc. 52 Broadway, 4th FLNew York, NY 10004Veronica Garcia(P)- 212-577-5512 (P)- 646-214-1294Day Habilitation with transportationAges 18+Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan NY257 Park Ave South, 3rd FLNew York, NY 10010Brian Pinto (P)- 212-677-8550 Ext. 12Day Habilitation. No transportation, must be travel trainedAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDEsperanza Center516 West 181 StreetNew York, NY 10033Inez Barnwell-McCoy(P)- 212-928-5810 Ext. 121Day training with transportation. Spanish spokenAges 18+YAI310 Lenox AvenueNew York, NY 10027Karen Abbey-Solar(P)- 212-645-1616 Ext. 3636Day Habilitation, Greenwich Village Multi Service Center with transportationAges 21+Work ReadinessAGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDAHRC4377 Bronx Blvd.Bronx, NY 10466Doris Brent(P)- 718-994-6060 Work ReadinessAges 21+AHRC1952 Mayflower AvenueBronx, NY 10461Luz Arce(P)- 718-732-9810 Ext. 219Pre-vocational servicesAges 21+AHRC200 Varick StreetNew York, NY 10014Yelena Bathina (P)-212-803-7344 Ext. 104Eamon O’Tuana (P)-212-803-7344 Ext. 113NY League Programs B and CAges 21+Contemporary Guidance Services, Inc. 52 Broadway, 4th FloorNew York, NY 10004 Andre Arthur(P)-646-214-1311Work ReadinessAges 18+Help on the Way1338 Southern Blvd. Bronx, NY 10459Gina Martucci(P)- 718-484-7810(P)-914-874-9206Pre-vocational servicesAges 21+Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc. (IAHD)3625 Bainbridge AvenueBronx, NY 10467Sophia Lulgjuray(P)- 914-220-4325Pre-vocational servicesAges 21+Lifespire1315 Loomis StreetBronx, NYBarbara Flores(P)- 718-892-7765Pre-vocational services, non-ambulatory servedAges 21+Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc.1775 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10453Jessica Guberman(P)- 718-885-4630 Ext. 125Work readiness and pre-vocational servicesAges 21+Supported EmploymentAGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)2432 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10458Horatio Woods(P)- 929-379-0454 ext. 4014Supported Employment Services for individuals with ID/DD seeking gainful employment.Ages 21+AHRC4377 Bronx Blvd.Bronx, NY 10466Wayne Thomas(P)-718-994-5099SEMP Janitorial training. Non-ambulatory served. Enhanced SEMP Contemporary Guidance Services, Inc. 54 Broadway, 4th FLNew York, NY 10004Andre Arthur(P) 646-214-1311SEMPAges 18+Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State 330 West 30th StreetNew York, NY 10001(P)-212-947-5770 Ext. 7150 (P)- 347-368-0070SEMPAges 21+The Epilepsy Foundation of Metro NY 257 Park Avenue So. New York, NY 10010Brian Pinto (P)- 212-677-8550 Ext. 12SEMP. Must have epilepsy or traumatic brain injury (TBI)Ages 21+Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc. (IAHD)3625 Bainbridge AvenueBronx, NY 10467Sophia Lulgjuray(P)- 914-220-4325SEMPAges 21+Help on the Way1338 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10459Maria Cuello (P)-718-484-7810 Ext. 240SEMPAges 21+Job Path, Inc. 256 West 38th StreetNew York, NY 10018Jim Avanvino(P)- 212-366-8487 Ext. 215SEMP. Can served travel trained only. ACCESS sponsored Ages 16+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDLifespire1315 Loomis Street, 2nd FLBronx, NY 10461Gillian LeBron(P)- 718-892-7765SEMP and job trainingAges 16+YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Shena Patten (P)- 347-547-7211 Ext. 1205SEMP & training, Enhanced SEMPAges 21+Children ServicesEARLY INTERVENTIONCOMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDAchieve Beyond7000 Austin St,Room 200Forest Hills, NY 11375Lina DebronevskiP - (718) 762-7633 Ext 391F - (718) 886-8694Ldebronevski@Speech & Language, PT, OT, ABA, SEIT, English, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Urdu, Haitian Creole, Limited African, RussianMonday - Friday9 am – 6 pm5 boroughs, WestchesterAges 0-3, 3-5, 5-21CSE and CPSEEarly Childhood Associates1745 Broadway, 7th floorNew York, NY 10019Dr. Concepcion (Executive Director)P - (212) 662-9200F - (212) 662-9222Evaluations, SEIT, Speech, OT, PT, SI Social Work, psychological services, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Urdu, HebrewFlexible HoursAges 0-3Hear Our Voices1600 Parkview Ave, Suite BBronx, NY 10461Suri GruenP - (718) 829-7744F - (718) 829-7745SGruen@Home-based services, ABA services, Service coordination, family training, English, Spanish, Twi, Italian, Bengali, French, Croele, Portuguese, YiddishEvaluationsMonday - Thursday 8 am – 6 pmFriday – 8 am – 3 pmAges 0-3Liberty Post98 E. 4th St. New York, NY 10003Jared BauerChristine DelgadoP - (646) 230-8190F - (646) 230-8185ISC, OSC, SI, ST, ABA, PT, OTAges 0-3COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDRose F. Kennedy1225 Morris Park Ave.Bronx, NY 10461Debbie MaringoloP - (718) 430-3914F - (718) 862-1841Evaluations, baby team, speech and language group, individual sessions, English and SpanishAges 0-3Los Ninos Services Inc.535 8th Ave, 2nd floorNew York, NY 10025Edita CruzP - (212) 787-9700F - (212) 787-4418Evaluations, service coordination, home-based, ABA, English, Spanish, RussianAges 0-3Marathon Infants & Toddlers, Inc.220-18 Horace Harding ExpwyBayside, NY 11364Anita GiulianiP - (718) 423-0056F - (718) 229-5370Home-based, community based, evaluations, speech, PT, OT, SI, social work, Parent training, service coordination, English, SpanishAt Parent's convenienceAges 0-3St. Joseph's School For the Deaf1000 Hutchinson River Pkwy.Bronx, NY 10461Janet GordonP - (718) 828-9000 Ext 221TTD - (718) 828-1671F - (718) 792-6631jgordon@Parent Infant Group, Toddler play group, ST, parent support group, parent sign language class, parent auditory/oral training, educational workshop, English, ASL, SpanishOne-hour individual sessions; three hour group sessions weekly, 8:30 am – 3 pmAges 0-3COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDTheracare of NY116 W 32nd St.New York, NY 10001Vivian BerriosP - (212) 564-2350 Ext 2354vivianberrios@Home-based services, ABA, services coordination, evaluations, OT, PT, SI, ST, feeding, vision, social work, Spanish, French, Italian, Haitian, Croele, Russian, Hindi, TagalogMonday - Thursday 8:30 am – 4 pmFriday 8:30 am – 3 pmAges 0-3Therapeutic Imprints, Inc.PO BOX 1123Yonkers, NY 10703Irma J. PereiraP - (718) 409-6977F - (718) 409-6946jpereira@jjptiinc@OT, PT, ST, SI, social work, ABA, TSHH, psychological, family training, service coordination, evaluations, vision therapy, English/Spanish8 am – 6 pm(evening hours available)Age 0-3These Our Treasures2778 Bruckner Blvd.Bronx, NY 10465Merrill CantorP - (718) 863-4925 Ext 25F - (718) 863-5316Tot2778@Home-based services Bronx, Facility group, family training, social work, OT, PT, ST, SIMonday - Friday 9 am - 3:30 pmAges 0-3NYL Harry H. Gordon School2465 Bathgate Ave.Bronx, NY 10458Karen JablonP - (718) 367-5917 Ext 2222F - (718) 367-3363KJablon@Center-based, 2-hour sessions, SI, OT, PT, ST, English/SpanishMonday- Friday 8 am - 3:30 pmAges 0-3COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDUniversity Settlement El184 Eldridge St.New York, NY 10002Daryl WengP - (212) 453-4561Home based ST, ABA, Special Instruction, OT, PT, English, Spanish, Mandarin (all 5 boroughs)Ages 0-3 PRE-SCHOOL COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDADAPT Community Network (formally UCP of NYC)1770 Stillwell Ave.Bronx, NY 10459Beverly EllmanP - (718) 652-9790 ext. 201F - (718) 547-9108Center based full day preschool program. PT, OT, SP, Nursing, Counseling, Social Work, Assistive technology, augmentative communication, computer, adapted seating and positioning. Universal Integrated Pre-K also available. 8 am – 2 pmAges 3-5Astor Day Treatment Program40140 Dyer Ave.Bronx, NY 10466Celesta PerisiP - (718) 515-3000F - (718) 515-3097Center-based programs of severely, emotionally and behaviorally (12-month program) Related services: OT, PT, speech, intensive parent program and clinical services, counseling and clinical treatment for children and their families8 am – 4 pmAges 3-5Achieve Beyond7000 Austin St. Suite 200Forest Hills, NY11375Laurie HooperP - (718) 762-7633 Ext 115F - (718) 886-8694LHooper@Speech, OT, PT, ABA, SEIT, evaluations, SI, SW, English, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Urdu, Haitian Creole, Limited African languages 9 am – 6 pmAges 3-5AHRCBronx Blue Feathers2300 Westchester Ave.Bronx, NY 10462Patricia GiardinaP - (718) 653-4155F - (718) 409-2970Dianar@Full Day pre-school, OT, PT, speech, service coordination and trainingEnglish/Spanish 8:30 am - 2:30 pmAges 3-5COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDEarly Childhood Associates1745 Broadway, 17th floorNew York, NY 10019Ricardo DiazKaren DanielsP - (212) 662-9200F - (212) 662-9222RDiaz@eca.CPSE, evaluations, SEIT, ST, OT, PT, IT, social work and psychology.English, Spanish, Russian, ItalianAges 3-5Easter Seals2433 E. Tremont Ave.Bronx, NY 10461Angela TorresP - (718) 409-4227F - (718) 409-5714ATorres@Evaluations, center-based services, OT, PT, ST, social work, counseling, parent training, workshopsEnglish & Spanish7:30 am - 4:30 pmAges 3-5Hear Our Voices1600 Parkview Ave. Suite B.Bronx, NY 10461Suri GruenKim RobinsonP - (718) 829-7744F - (718) 829-7745SGruen@ABA, SEIT, family training, evaluations, OT, PT, ST, counseling, training and service coordination, Spanish, Twi, French, Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish, MSCMonday - Thursday 8 am – 5 pmFriday-8 am – 3 pmAges 3-5Howard Haber Early Learning Center (AHRC)2300 Westchester Ave. Bronx, NYPatricia GiardinaP - (718) 409-1450F - (718) 409-2970Francine.rykman@Variety of classes sizes to meet individual needs, integrated classes, OT, ST, PT, ABA, counseling, nursing, English, Spanish, Bengali8:45 am - 2:15 pmAges 3-5COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDInfant/Toddler Team1225 Morris Park Ave.Bronx, NY 10461Debbie MaringoloP - (718) 430-3914F - (718) 862-1841Clinical services, language group, SW, individual intervention, English & SpanishVarious HoursAges 3-5Kennedy Child Study Center1028 E. 179th St.Bronx, NY 10460Diane PatrickP - (718) 842-0200F - (718) 842-1348Dfitzpatrick@Evaluations, OT, PT, ST, counselingEnglish & Spanish8 am – 4 pmAges 3-5Liberty Post98 E. 4th StNew York, NY 10003Megan Clark(718) 828-8462(718) 828-0564(718) 459-1252(718) 215-1772Lifeskillbronx@Center-based full day, half day, ST, OT, PT, counseling, parent groups, music therapy, yoga and sensory integration8:30 am - 2:30 pmAges 3-5Ages 5-21 (853 school)Los Ninos Services535 8th Ave. 2nd floorNew York, NY 10018Lourdes DiazP - (212) 787-9700F - (212) 787-4418LDiaz@SEIT, ABA, home-based, speech group, family support groupEnglish, Spanish & Russian8 am – 5 pmAges 3-5St. Dominic's Torch2340 Andrews Ave.Bronx, NY 10468Ethel G. RosallyP - (718) 365-7238F - (718) 784-3057erosally@Therapeutic services, OT, ST, counselingEnglish & Spanish8 am – 3 pmAges 2.75-5COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDSt. Joseph's School for the Deaf1000 Hutchinson PkwyBronx, NY 10461Janet GordonP - (718) 828-9000TDD- (718) 828-1671F - (718) 792-6631jgordon@ST, PT, OT, counseling, parent support, parent sign language classes, community sign language, education program, English, ASL, Spanish8:30 am – 3 pm6-week summer programAges 3-5Ages - 5-14 (K-8)Stepping Stone Day School2826 Westchester Ave.Bronx, NY 10461Lisette TorresP - (718) 554-2025F - (718) 554-2035Center-based, OT, PT, ST, social work, psychologistEnglish & Spanish8 am – 4 pmAges 3-5Theracare of NY116 W. 32nd St.New York, NY 10001Vivian Berrios(212) 564-2350 Ext 2354vivianberrios@SEIT, integrated PT, OT classroom, ABA, speech and counseling, Spanish, French, Italian, Haitian Creole, English8 am – 6 pm(evening hours available)Ages 3-5These Our Treasures2278 Bruckner BlvdBronx, NY 10461Merrill CantorP - (718) 863-4925 Ext. 27F - (718) 863-5916Tots227@Center-based, OT, PT, STEnglish & Spanish9 am - 3:30 pmAges 3-5Center-basedVolunteers of America1887 Bathgate Ave.Bronx, NY 10457Linda RosenthalMarilyn TaylorRosemary SantiagoP - (718) 466-3580F - (718) 960-4395mtaylor@voa-rmatos@voa-Center based full and integrated day, UPK, evaluations, PT, OT, ST, counseling, parent workshops and socialization.English & Spanish8:30 am - 4:30 pmAges 3-5COMPANYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPROGRAM HOURSPOPULATION SERVEDHerbert G. Birch Watson Ave Day Care Center1880 Watson Ave.Bronx, NY 10472Janice GoldmanP - (718) 828-9400F - (718) 409-0816Integrated preschool, PT, ST, OT, counselingEnglishAges 2.4 - 5Westchester School for Special Children45 Park AvenueYonkers, NY 10703Jonathan RemenyP - (914) 326-4300F - (914) 965-7059OT, PT, ST, special classesEnglish, Spanish & GreekAges 3 – 5Ages 5 - 21NYL Harry H. Gordon School1770 Stillwell Ave.Bronx, NY 10469Karen GriffoulP - (718) 367-5917F - (718) 367-6692Center-based preschool including full day and half day classes ASD curriculum, UPK, integrated classes, PT, OT, STEnglish & SpanishAges 3 - 5Family Support ServicesFamily Support Services are family-directed statewide systems of comprehensive services which help families provide care to a family member with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. This directory list service is available to individuals, with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, living with their family in the Bronx.All applicants must meet OPWDD eligibility criteria in order to apply for these services. Individuals who are seeking services for the first time or who are interested in modifying current services must use the Front Door Process. The Front Door Process guides an individual through eligibility determination, assessment and identification of service needs, service authorization and implementation. To learn more about the Front Door visit the OPWDD website. These programs are funded through the New York State Office for Persons with Developmental Disabilities and administered through the local office, Metro NY Developmental Disabilities Service Office, in the Bronx at (718) 430-0757.Family Support Services include Information and Referral, Family & Individual Counseling, Recreation, Camps, Family Reimbursement, After School Program, Transportation, Sibling Services, Support Groups and Service Coordination.AcronymsID- Intellect DisabilityLD- Learning DisabilityMH-Multiple HandicappedASD-Autism Spectrum DisorderDD-Developmental DisorderVI-Visual ImpairmentNA-Non-AmbulatoryWaiver ServicesThe Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver provides services and supports to children and adults, with long-term needs and their families, to enable them to remain, at home, in the community. Waiver services are designed for people who require the level of care provided in a long-term care facility. Waiver services allow Medicaid to pay for some services not provided through “regular” Medicaid. Under the HCBS Waiver, parental income and assets are not considered when determining the child’s eligibility for Medicaid. Only the child’s income and assets are counted. A flexible array of services and supports funded by Medicaid Waiver include:Residential Habilitation Services (now Community Habilitation) provides persons, with DD, who do not reside in a residence, certified or operated by OPWDD, to acquire and/or improve the skills needed for activities of daily living. Services can be provided at any non-certified location, including the person’s home.Day Habilitation Services provides supervised assistance to acquire and/or improve the skills needed in community settings away from home. Prevocational Services prepares individuals for paid/unpaid employment.Supported Employment Services provides competitive work in an integrated setting.Respite Services provides temporary relief by trained respite worker to individuals responsible for the care and support for an individual with DD, via scheduled and time-limited in the home, out of the home, during the day, evening or overnight. Environmental Modification is specialized equipment or changes to the living/work environment that enables persons with physical disabilities or limited communication lead more independent lives.Adaptive Equipments are devices and/or appliances, etc., which enable the person to live more independently. Plan of Care Support Services is an alternative form of services coordination to assist individuals to review and update their Individual Service Plan. An individual must have received at least 3 months of Medicaid Service Coordination to be eligible for this service, with the exception of those enrolled in Early Intervention. Waiver ServicesFamily Education and Training may be provided to families enrolled in the HCBS waiver under 18 years of age.Self-Direction is a funding method under Medicaid that enables an individual to design and direct their own services in accordance with a person-centered plan.Care at Home Waiver for children with DD provides assistance to families with children living at home who have disabilities or medical conditions. To be eligible, a child must be under 18 years of age, have a developmental disability, demonstrate complex health care needs, be eligible for the level of care provided by an intermediate care facility, not be hospitalized and be ineligible for Medicaid. Community Habilitation services are person centered and the amount of service is determined based on individual need. Article 16 ClinicsArticle 16 Clinics are facilities certified by OPWDD to provide habilitation services (long-term therapies) to persons with developmental disabilities. These services are ordered by a physician or other practitioner, to reduce the effects of physical or mental disability, enabling the person to achieve maximum independence. Services include fitting, modification and training in the use of assistive devices to ameliorate the disability condition. ADAPT Community NetworkYAI Center for Specialty Therapy(formerly known as UCP of NYC)406 Tenth Avenue (entrance)408 East 137th Street, Bronx, NY 10454New York, NY 100011770 Stillwell Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469For referrals call (212) 273-61822432 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10458For referrals call (718) 741-7300 ext. 1312A.H.R.C. LifeSpire2488 Grand Concourse, Suite #3371315 Loomis Street, First FloorBronx, NY 10458Bronx, NY 10461(718) 367-3691(718) 892-7765Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State Rose F. Kennedy Children Evaluation & Rehabilitation CTRWest Farms Center1410 Pelham Parkway South1880 Bryant AvenueBronx, NY 10461Bronx, NY 10460 (718) 430-8500/8600(718) 665-6414Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan NYYAI Center for Specialty Therapy257 Park Avenue South, Third Floor360 East Tremont AvenueNew York, NY 10010Bronx, NY 10461(212) 677-8550(718) For referrals call (212) 273-6182 or (212) 239-1790 Article 28 ClinicsArticle 28 clinics are free standing or hospital based ambulatory care facilities, licensed by the New York State Development of Health, under Article 28, of the Public Health Law. Certain Article 28 facilities are explicitly designated by the state to service persons with developmental disabilities. ADAPT Community Network Rose F. Kennedy Children Evaluation(formerly known as UCP of NYC)& Rehabilitation Center408 East 138th Street1410 Pelham Parkway SouthBronx, NY 10454Bronx, NY 10461718-993-3458 ext. 1718-430-8500/8600Cerebral Palsy Association of New York StatePremier Health Care, a member of the YAI NetworkWest Farms Center406 Tenth Avenue, 34th Street1880 Bryant AvenueNew York, NY 10001Bronx, NY 10460212-273-6515718- 665-6414For referrals call 212-273-6272Morrisania Center for Child Development Premier HealthCare, a member of the YAI Network1225 Gerard Avenue, Suite #1013060 Tremont AvenueBronx, NY 10452Bronx, NY 10461718-960-2991718-239-1790For referrals call 212-273-6272ADVOCACYAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICEPROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane, 11th Fl.New York, NY 10038Individuals with DDAges 3 to 21 All agesEducation AdvocacyServicesPaul Hutchinson212-780-2792New York Lawyers for the Public Interest, Inc.151 West 30th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001All AgesAll levels ID/DDLegal and AdvocacyServices to ID/DD individuals212-244-4664Parent-to-Parentof New York State25 Beaver St., 2nd FloorNew York, NY 10004All agesAll levels of ID, DD andSpecial health needsInformation, training, referral and advocacyEllen McHughMary Beth Fadelici1-800-405-8818Self-Advocacy Association25 Beaver StreetNew York, NY 10004All AgesAll levels ID/DDTraining & Advocacy for people with disabilitiesEvan Yankee646-896-1938Regina Fowler646-766-3345Timothy Elliott646-766-3260CAMPSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane9th FloorNew York, NY 10038Ages 6 & overAll levels of ID/DDIncluding non-ambulatory individualsCamp Anne(formerly Camp Catskill)June to September5 (2 week sessions)Miriam Figueroa212-780-2585AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane9th FloorNew York, NY 10038Ages 18 & overAll levels of ID/DDIncluding non-ambulatory individualsCamp Issacson & Gordon Lodge(formerly Harriman Lodge)June to September5 (2 week sessions)Miriam Figueroa212-780-2585AMAC25 West 17th StreetNew York, NY 10011Ages 5 & overPersons with AutismOvernight summer camp2 weeks in the end of AugustFederica Blausten212-645-5005 ext. 2112Centro Social La Esperanza516 West 181th StreetSecond FloorNew York, NY 10033Ages 18 & overAll levels of ID/DDRespite Getaway3 day vacation (fall & spring)Raleigh ResortCatskill MountainsDenise Pinargote212-928-5810 ext. 126New York Services For the Handicapped111 Monmouth RoadOakhurst, NJ 07755Ages 7 & over All levels of ID/DDIncluding non-ambulatory individualsOvernight CampCamp Oakhurst5 (2 week sessions)June to SeptemberCharles Sutherland212-533-4020Lori Schenck732-531-0215YAI460 West 34th StreetNew York, NY 10001Ages 8 to 18Mild to ModerateID/DD individualsOvernight Sleep awayCamp for 2 week sessions June thru AugustGail Morris212-273-6182CASE MANAGEMENT (Non-Medicaid)AGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane9th FloorNew York, NY 10038All agesDD individuals without MedicaidAssistance with EntitlementsLauren Dunne212-895-3478Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035Ages 3 & olderAll levels of ID/DDCase ManagementDahiana Valerio212-643-2840 ext. 342COMMUNITY HABILITATIONServices are person centered and the amount is determined based on individual need.AGENCYAGES SERVEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBERADAPT Community Network80 Maiden Lane, 2nd floor New York, NY 10038Ages 5+; All levels of IDDDNicole Pagano212-683-6700Extension 1156AHRC/NYC83 Maiden LaneNew York, NY 100383 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDLuba Zborovskaya212-780-2340Angels Unaware, Inc.1375 Nelson AvenueBronx, NY 10452All levels served718-410-7400Behavioral Solutions2150 Central Park AvenueSuite 208Yonkers, NY 10740All levels served914-793-2900Center for Family Support333 Seventh Avenue, 9th FloorNew York, NY 100013 years and olderMartha Espinoza/Tray Power718- 518-1500 ext. 357Centro Social La Esperanza515 West 181th StreetNew York, NY 100333 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDDenise Pinargote212-928-5810 ext. 126Child and Family Support Services840-11 Grand Concourse Suite 1BBronx, NY 10451All levels served718-618-7535Creative Lifestyles67 Bruckner BoulevardBronx, NY 104547 years and olderAndy Long718-665-7002 ext. 5121Daybreak471 McLean AvenueYonkers, NY1070512 years and olderTasha Miah914-733-3325Hand-in-Hands Family Services390 Kings Highway, #ABrooklyn, NY 112233 years and olderMayer Ungar718- 336-6073Harris Hands Community Services, Inc. 3679 East Tremont AvenueBronx, NY 104654 years and olderReinaldo Otero347-809-2303COMMUNITY HABILITATIONServices are person centered and the amount is determined based on individual needAGENCYAGES SERVEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBERHear our Voices1600 Parkview Avenue, Suite BBronx, NY 104673 years and olderChelly Dweck718-829-7744 ext. 1104Help on the Way1338 Southern Boulevard Bronx, NY 10459Infants and olderRoslyn Tineo917-652-4319Human First, Inc.128 Atlantic AvenueLynbrook, NY 115635 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDLasagna Rayside516-823-9500 ext. 251Inclusive Links45 Ludlow Street, room 312 Yonkers, NY 107057 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDChurchill Egone914-721-0744Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc. 93-22 Jamaica Avenue, 2nd FloorWoodhaven, NY 114215 years and olderAll levels ID/DD including behaviorally challengedTamara Willis718-805-6796 ext. 126LifeDome Adult Services716 East 224th StreetBronx, NY 10466All levels servedNaomi Osei-Mensah347-252-4177 ext. 3LifeSpire, Inc.159 East 125th Street, 2nd FloorNew York, NY 10025All levels servedPatricia Eason212-360-5600Mercy Drive, Inc.120-34 Queens BoulevardSuite 210Kew Gardens, NY 114153 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDGezel Ishak/Clara Rivera718-793-1072Progressive Social Services, Inc. Social Services, Inc.41 Livingston StreetYonkers, NY 107053 years and older914-434-5532QSAC25-09 BroadwayAstoria, NY 111065 years and older only Autism SpectrumVicky Ramsay718- 728-8476 ext. 1259COMMUNITY HABILITATIONServices are person centered and the amount is determined based on individual needAGENCYAGES SERVEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBERREAL, Inc.68 East 131th Street, Suite 605New York, NY 100375 years and olderMavis Maholmes212-939-9520Services for the Developmentally Challenged5474 Fieldstone RoadBronx, NY 104715 years and olderGloria Taveras929-800-1788Sinergia Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 100353 years and olderThainesse Caro212-643-2840SKIP of NY601 West 26th Street, STE 522New York, NY 10001Infants and olderRichard Walsh212-268-5999Special Citizens Futures2212 Third Avenue, 3rd FloorNew York, NY 100354 years and olderAll levels of ID/DD only Autism SpectrumTatiana O’Conner212-410-6719 ext. 216UCP of NYC, Inc.110 Elmwood AvenueBrooklyn, NY 112305 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDAnna Hoffman718-859-5420 ext. 234Unique Life4234 Viero AvenueBronx NY 10470 18 years and older Sonji Phillips718-231-7711 ext. 1024YAI460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 100015 years and olderAll levels ID/DD YAI Link212-273-6182CRISIS INTERVETION/ PREVENTIONAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER AHRC/NYC83 Maiden LaneNew York, NY 10038Ages 3 & overAll levels of ID/DDCrisis Intervention including behavior management or family crisis Available 24 hoursDolores Lulgjruay718-367-3701Gateway Counseling CTR 1776 Eastchester RdSuite 220Bronx, NY 10461Ages 6 & overAll levels of ID/DDIn-home training for parentsIn-home behavior crisis prevention behavior management & dually diagnosed Erin Lamb929-237-7209Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc. 93-22 Jamaica AvenueSecond FloorWoodhaven, NY 11421Ages 12 & overCrisis InterventionTim Coleman718-805-6798New York State Institute on Disability 930 Willlowbrook RoadStaten Island, NY 10314Ages 6-18All levels of ID/DDEmergency Financial Assistance for goods and servicesTina Granata718-494-6457EVALUATIONS ASSESSMENTSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)408 East 137th StreetBronx, NY 10454AdultsMedicaid or Medicare Required Psychological Evaluations718-993-3458 ext. 1AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane11th FloorNew York, NY 10038Ages 5 & overIndividuals in need of evaluations for eligibilityEvaluation Assessment and EducationEllen Shwartz212-780-2580AHRC/NYC83 Maiden LaneNew York, NY 10038Ages 5 to adultGeneral ID/DDClinical Evaluations for individuals without Medicaid Intake212-780-2562New York State Institute on Disability 930 Willlowbrook RoadStaten Island, NY 10314Evaluations for EligibilityPsychological & Psychosocial Individuals without evaluations(718) 494-6457Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035All Ages but only for Manhattan residents who don’t have MedicaidEvaluation AssessmentDoris Rodríguez(212) 643-2840 ext. 325YAI CenterFor Specialty460 West 34th StreetNew York, NY 10001Evaluations for EligibilityPsychological & Psychosocial evaluationsMedicaidEnglish &SpanishYAI Link212-273-6272YAI Center for Specialty 3060 East TremontBronx, NY 10461Evaluations for EligibilityPsychological & Psychosocial evaluationsMedicaidEnglish &Spanish YAI Link212-273-6272 FAMILY REIMBURSEMENT / CAMP SCHOLARSHIPSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)110 Elmwood AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11230All levels of ID/DDFinancial Assistance for goods and services purchased by family for an individual with ID/DD living at home.Project Connect877-827-2666AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane11th FloorNew York, NY 10038Individuals with DD and their familiesInformation and ReferralLuis Martinez212-780-4491/4493AHRC2488 Grand Concourse#404Bronx, NY 10458Ages 3 & overAll levels of ID/DDFinancial AssistanceFor goods and services as well as individuals who attend sleep away campMichael Wright212-895-3467718-563-0209Gateway Counseling CTR1776 Eastchester RoadSuite 220Bronx, NY 10461All ages servedFinancial AssistanceFor goods and servicesAllison Gelfand718-885-4983Goodwill Industries2196 Fifth AvenueNew York, NY 10037All AgesAll levels of ID/DDFinancial AssistanceFor goods and servicesJoy Ellis718-392-7072New York State Institute on Disability 930 Willlowbrook RoadStaten Island, NY 10314All AgesAll levels of ID/DDEmergency Financial Assistance for goods and services & funds for non-camp vacationsTina Granata718-494-6457Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035All AgesAll levels of ID/DDFinancial AssistanceFor goods and servicesThomas Diaz212-643-2840 ext. 336GUARDIANSHIPFINANCIAL PLANNING FUTURE CAREAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER AHRC/NYC83 Maiden LaneNew York, NY 10038All agesAll levels of ID/DDLegal services to assist families in obtaining guardianshipRandi Rosenstein, Esq.212-780-2586New York Lawyers for the Public Interest, Inc.151 West 30th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 3 & overAll levels of ID/DDLegal & Advocacy services to ID/DDIndividuals212-244-4664HOUSING ADVOCACY & HOME MODIFICATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES AGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)80 Maiden Lane, 2nd Fl.New York, NY 10038Individuals with ID/DD and their familiesAdvocacy with housing related issues. Information and referral to affordable accessible housing. Limited funding for home modifications and adaptive equipment for eligible persons with ID/DD. Annie Rivera212-683-6700 ext.1170Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035All AgesAll levels of ID/DDAdvocacy in housing related issuesYesenia Estrella212-643-2840 ext. 349INFORMATION OUTREACH & REFERRALAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)80 Maiden Lane, 2nd Fl.New York, NY 10038All persons with ID/DD and their familyInformation and referral to ADAPT community network services as well as referral to other support services needed.Project Connect877-827-2666AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane11th FloorNew York, NY 10038Individuals with DD and their familiesInformation & referralLuis Martinez212-780-4491/4493Early ChildhoodDirection Center2488 Grand Concourse#303Bronx, NY 104580 to 5 yearsAll levels of ID/DDInformation & referral718-584-0658ecdcdbronx@Heart Share Human Services of New York12 Metro Tech Center29th FloorBrooklyn, NY 11201All agesInformation, referral and training for ID/DD individuals with Fragile X SyndromeLaurie Yankowitz718- 422-3271Include NYC116 East 16th StreetNew York, NY 10003All levels of ID/DDInformation, referral, advocacy and supportJean Mizutani212-677-4660INFORMATION OUTREACH & REFERRALAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Parent-to-Parentof New York State25 Beaver St., 4th FloorNew York, NY 10004All agesAll levels of ID& DD Information, training, referral and parent-to-parent supportEllen McHughMildred Suarez Milligan1-800-405-8818Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035All AgesAll levels of ID/DDInformation and ReferralThomas Diaz212-643-2840 ext. 336S.K.I.P. of New York601 West 26th StreetSuite 522New York, NY 10001All AgesAll levels of ID/DDAdult Informational workshops212-268-5999 ext. 191YAI460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001All agesAll levels of ID/DDYAI Link information, referral, outreach and presentations on the service systemSpanish SpokenPresentationsYAI Link212-273-6182FAMILY TRAINING, COUNSELING & SUPPORTAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Newtwork160 Lawrence AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11230Parents & ProfessionalsFamily Connect Centers offers free weekly workshops, support services & educational resources for NYC parents and families of children with disabilities. Supports are offered on a variety of topics and at various locations (Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island and Manhattan) Family Connect718-436-7979 ext. 704Center for Human Development & Family Services307 West 38th StreetSuite 817New York, NY 10018Birth and UpEnglish and Spanish spoken212-695-4563Center for Family Support2811 Zulette AvenueBronx, NY 10461Parents who are ID/DDIn-home parenting skills training for parents with DDNazareth Morel718-518-1500 ext. 357Center for Family Support333 Seventh Avenue9th FloorNew York, NY 10001Parents with more than one individual with ID/DDIn-home parenting skills training for parents with DDMartha Espinoza212-629-7939 ext. 212Cerebral Palsy Association of NYS1880 Bryant AvenueBronx, NY 10468Parents of ID/DD individuals Adolescents aging out of DOE district 75 Advocacy outreach & information on transition to adult servicesCrystal King718-665-6414 ext. 3774Gateway Counseling CTR4500 Furman AvenueBronx, NY 10470Ages 18 % over dually diagnosed individualsParent Training individual & group support short-term counselingSamantha Peterson929-237-7209Heart Share HumanServices of NY 12 Metro Tech Center29th FloorBrooklyn, NY 11201Ages 3 & overAll levels of ID/DDParent Training, Individual & Group SupportLaurie Yankowitz718-422-3271Mercy Drive, Inc.120-34 Queens Blvd.Queens, NY 11414Ages 18 & overAll level of ID/DDParent Support GroupInformation & referralPamela Ossona718-725-9326FAMILY TRAININGCOUNSELING & SUPPORTAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Parent-to-Parentof New York State25 Beaver St.New York, NY 10004All agesParents and close relatives of individuals with ID/DDParent support, information and referralEllen McHughMildred Suarez MilliganMary Beth Fadelici1-800-405-8818Rose F. Kennedy CTRAlbert Einstein College of Medicine of YeshivaUniversity1410 Pelham Pkwy S.Bronx, NY 10461Paraprofessionals and professionals who care or work with ID/DDindividualsTraining for Paraprofessionals and professionals from community agenciesCristine Baric718-430-8538Services for the Developmentally Challenged5474 Fieldstone RoadBronx, NY 10471Parents of children or adults with ID/DD and self-advocacy Parent Support Group, information, referral Support for parents & self-advocatesCrusita Ramos718-432-8469YAI460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 18+, Open to all, including professionals, family members and People with ID/DD.Free Education workshops, Languages spoken:English, Spanish & MandarinYAI Link212-273-6182FAMILY TRAININGCOUNSELING & SUPPORTAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER YAI460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 18+, Open to all, including professionals, family members and People with ID/DD.Project GrowParent Training in behavior management offered in English, Spanish, Mandarin & Cantonese Daisy Sosa212-273-6259YAI460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 18 & overIndividuals with ID/DDTravel Trained, Independent LivingHighly Capable individuals with Autism SpectrumIndependent Living Program-once a week for 26 weeksProgram focuses on developing skills for independent living in the communityYAI Link212-273-6182RECREATION AFTER DAY/ SCHOOL RESPITEAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)251 West 154th StreetNew York, NY 10039Ages 13 to 21After School Program for children with a diagnosis of Autism, Asperger Syndrome or Spectrum Disorder.Carmen Orellana646-625-5000 ext. 5015AHRC750 Baychester AvenueBronx, NY 10475Ages 5 to 21Children with AutismAfter-School Respite3pm to 5:30pmMon.-Fri. with transportationJethin Amos212-780-2585Centro Social La Esperanza516 West 181th StreetSecond FloorNew York, NY 10033Ages 5 to 21Children with IDAutism Spectrum with challenging behaviorsAfter-School Respite4pm to 6pmTuesdays & Thursdayswith transportationDenise Pinargote212-928-5810 ext. 126Kingsbridge HeightsCommunity Center3101 Kingsbridge Terr.Bronx, NY 10463Ages 5 to 21Mild to Moderate ID/DD Children with Autism, Down-Syndrome, Multiple Disabilities After-School Respite2:30pm to 7pm Mon. to Fri.-year round+ school breaks in February, April and 2 weeks after summer schoolSnack and dinner are providedHanna Gabris718-884-0700 ext. 202LifeDome Adult Services716 East 224th StreetBronx, NY 10466All levels served Respite 347-252-4177 ext.3 LifeSpire1315 Loomis StreetBronx, NY 10461Ages 21 & overAdults with ID/DDAfter Day Respite Program3pm to 6pmTuesdays & ThursdaysMaria Murray646-753-1355QSAC, Inc.1968 Eastchester RoadBronx, NY 10462Ages 8 to 21Autism SpectrumAfter-School Respite2:45pm to 6pmMon. to Fri. with transportationLisa Veglia212-244-5560 ext. 2017RECREATION AFTER DAY / SCHOOL RESPITE PROGRAMSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Services for the Developmentally Challenged5670 Riverdale AvenueBronx, NY 10471Ages 21 & overAdults with ID/DDAfter School Respite Program3:30pm to 6pmTransportation ProvidedKebbi Almonte347-980-2900Social Action Center665 Pelham ParkwaySuite 401Bronx, NY 10467Ages 5 to 21Individuals with ID, DD and AutismAfter-School Respite3pm to 6pmMon. to Fri. Transportation ProvidedAnika Davis718-654-1815South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.955 Tinton AvenueBronx, NY 10456Ages 21 and overAdults with ID/DDAfter-School Programs2:30pm to 6:30pmTransportation ProvidedSandra Credele718-665-8908 Ext. 32South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.3282 Third AvenueBronx, NY 10456Ages 12 to 21Adults with ID/DDAfter-School Respite3:30pm to 6:30pmMonday to Friday Transportation ProvidedNicole Wright718-542-2727718-665-8908Unique Life, Inc.2197 New England ThruwayBronx, NY 10475Ages 21 & overAdults with ID/DDAfter Day Respite Program3:15pm to 6pmMonday to Friday Transportation ProvidedRajah Gray347-449-7891 ext. 202RECREATION/EVENING RESPITEAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Centro Social La Esperanza516 West 181th StreetSecond FloorNew York, NY 10033Ages 16 & over All levels of ID/DDWednesday Evening3:30pm to 6pmMonday to Friday Transportation ProvidedElizabeth Lindao212-928-5810 ext. 120Project Careers SEBNC3289 Third AvenueBronx, NY 10456Ages 21 & over All levels of ID/DDEvening Program2:30pm to 6:30pmMondays - ThursdaysNicole Wright718-542-2727718-665-8908South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.3282 Third AvenueBronx, NY 10456Ages 18 & overAdults with ID/DDAccent Café Recreation2:30pm to 6:30pmMon, Wed., & FridayDinner is providedTransportation providedSandra Credrell718-665-8908 ext. 32YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Ages 17 and olderAll levels of ID/DDEvening Program (BEAP)5pm to 8pmTuesdays, Fridays and SaturdaysLimited Transportation 347-547-7211 ext. 1211YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Ages 18 and olderAll levels of ID/DDSupplemental Day Habilitation Limited Transportation347-547-7211 ext. 1211RESPITE IN-HOMEServices are person centered and the amount is determined based on individual need.AGENCYAGES SERVEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)110 Elmwood AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11230 All levels of ID/DDAges 5 and olderProject Connect877-827-2666AllCare Provider Services, Inc.100 Aldrich Street#15ABronx, NY 10475Ages 3 and olderElizabeth Peralta877-391-0977 ext 501elizabethperalta@ AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane11th FloorNew York, NY 10038Ages 3 & olderAll levels of ID/DDLuba Zborovskaya212-780-4491referrals@Center for Family Support333 Seventh Avenue9th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 3 & olderMartha Espinoza718 518-1500 ext. 212mespinoza@(For Com. Hab.)Christie Powers718-518-1500 ext. 229cpowers@RESPITE IN-HOMEServices are person centered and the amount is determined based on individual need.AGENCYAGES SERVEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Harris Hands Community Services, Inc. 3679 East Tremont AvenueBronx, NY 104654 years and olderReinaldo Otero 347-809-2303Help on the Way1338 Southern Boulevard Bronx, NY 104594 years and olderMaria Cuello718-484-7810 ext. 240Human First, Inc.128 Atlantic AvenueLynbrook, NY 11563Ages 5 and olderAll levels of ID/DDLasagna Rayside516-823-9500 ext. 251646-761-1625 (cell)l.rayside@Inclusive Links45 Ludlow Street, room 312 Yonkers, NY 10705Ages 3 years and olderAll levels of ID/DDChurchill Egone914-721-0744Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc. 93-22 Jamaica AveSecond FloorWoodhaven, NY 11421Ages 5 & overAll levels of ID/DDIncluding behaviorally challengedTamara Willis718-805-6796 ext. 3126twillis.@in-Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc. 93-22 Jamaica AveSecond FloorWoodhaven, NY 11421Ages 5 & overAll levels of ID/DDIncluding behaviorally challengedTamara Willis718-805-6796 ext. 3126twillis.@in-Life Dome716 East 224th StreetBronx, NY 10466All ages servedNaomi Osei Mensah347-252-4177 ext. 3Naomi.osei-mensah@lifedomeadult LifeSpire, Inc.159 East 125th Street, 2nd floorNew York, NY 10035All ages servedPatricia Eason212-360-5600peason@ RESPITE IN-HOMEServices are person centered and the amount is determined based on individual need.AGENCYAGES SERVEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Mercy Drive, Inc.120-34 Queens Blvd.Suite 210Kew Gardens, NY 11415Ages 3 & olderAll levels of ID/DDClara Rivera718-794-9368c.rivera@Progressive Social Services, Inc. Social Services, Inc.2655A Webster AvenueBronx, NY 10458All ages served845-283-5438QSAC25-09 BroadwayAstoria, NY 11106Ages 5 & olderOnly for individuals with Autism SpectrumLisa Veglia 212-244-5560 ext. 2017Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035Ages 3 & olderDahiana Valerio(212) 643-2840 ext. 342SKIP of NY601 West 26th Street, STE 522New York, NY 10001Infants and OlderRichard Walsh212-268-5999rwalsh@Taconic Innovations872 Route 376Wappingers Falls, NY 12590All ages servedEmily De La Cruz914-469-2098emmy@YAI460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 5 & olderAll levels of ID/DDYAI Link212-273-6182RESPITE OVERNIGHTAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network(formerly known as UCP of NYC)1822 Stillwell AvenueBronx, NY 10469Ages 3 and olderServing ambulatory & non-ambulatory individuals Up to 30 days per calendar year.Serving all boroughs of NYC. Transportation provided for families in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens & Staten Island.Sita Boodram718-652-9790 ext. 294AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane11th FloorNew York, NY 10038Ages 18 & olderAll levels of ID/DDNo medical behaviorsWeekend Hotel RespiteStaying at a local hotel- Comfort InnMaureen Blackman212-780-2523AHRC/NYC83 Maiden Lane11th FloorNew York, NY 10038Ages 4 & olderAll levels of ID/DDAmbulatory IndividualsNo medical, fragile or behavior issuesFree standing out-of-home respite7 days, 24 hours Veronica McGiebon212-780-2605Centro Social La Esperanza516 West 181streetNew York, NY 10033Ages 18 & olderRespite Emily Canto212-928-5810Federation of Multi-Cultural Programs, Inc.2111 Virgil PlaceBronx, NY 10473Ages 18 & olderAll levels of ID/DDFree standing out-of-home up to 30 consecutive daysDonna Reid718-822-5991Institute of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc.(IAHD)1247 Ward AvenueBronx, NY 10472Ages 18+; All levels of IDDDFree standing out-of-homeSophia Lulgjuray914-220-4325New York ServicesFor the Handicapped1140 BroadwaySuite 903New York, NY 10003Ages 8 & olderMild to ModerateIndividuals with ID/DDwith physical disabilitiesOvernight Respite at Camp Oakhurst, NJ5 to 7 days includes door to door Transportation ProvidedLori Schenck732-531-0215Charles Sutherland212-533-4020RESPITE OVERNIGHTAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER New York ServicesFor the HandicappedCamp Oakhurst111 Monmouth RoadOakhurst, NJ 07755Ages 8 & olderAll levels of ID/DDnon-ambulatory individualsOvernight RespiteWeekends only5 to days(choice given) includes door-to-door Transportation ProvidedLori Schenck732-531-0215Charles Sutherland212-533-4020Richmond’s Community Center919 North BroadwayYonkers, NY 10701Ages 3 & olderAll levels of ID/DDIndividuals who are medically fragileOvernight Respite 7 daysNo transportationJennifer Lugo914-968-1900 ext. 5034Sinergia, Inc.2082 Lexington AvenueThird FloorNew York, NY 10035Ages 5 and olderOvernight RespiteWeekends onlyDahiana Valerio(212) 643-2840 ext. 342YAI/NIPD460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Ages 18 & olderAll levels of ID/DDDomestic & International Travel OpportunitiesAlice Dannenberg212-273-6100 ext. RECREATION / RESPITE MISCELLANEOUSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Daniel’s Music Foundation1595 Lexington AvenueSecond FloorNew York, NY 10029All levels of disabilityWeekdays, afternoons, evenings and SaturdaysNadine McNeil212-289-8912Harris Hands Community Services, Inc. 3679 East Tremont AvenueBronx, NY 10465Ages 5-18 Holiday RespiteServices will run during NYC Board of Ed School Breaks—Winter through Mid Winter Recess, Spring & Summer RecessKadyll Dawes718-766-9289 ext. 306Intakes@New York State Institute on Disability930 Willowbrook RoadBuilding 41 AStaten Island, NY 10314All levels of ID/DDFamily Sports and Entertainment outings held at certain times in the yearElizabeth Sunshine718-494-6457Progressive Social Services, Inc. 41 Livingston StreetYonkers, NY 10705All ages servedRespiteGeorgina Atakora845-283-5438GBA6@South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.955 Tinton AvenueBronx, NY 10456Ages 21 and overAdults with ID/DDBasketball Sports Program & Cheerleaders(one day a week)Clyde Thompson718-542-2727718-665-8908YAIBronx Leisure Trax460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Adults 18 & overIndividuals diagnosed with ID/DD who are ambulatoryVarious trips locally, nationally and internationally.Alice Dannenberg212-273-6100 ext. 2364YAIHankering for More460 West 34th Street11th FloorNew York, NY 10001Adults 18 & overwith learning differencesNo formal diagnosis required. Must be travelTrained.Designed for adults with learning differences who live in and around NYC who want support making friends212-273-6339services/hfmRECREATION RESPITE WEEKEND PROGRAMSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER ADAPT Community Network251 West 154th StreetNew York, NY 10039Ages 13 to 19Saturday recreation program, 12 months except major holidays. Transportation Provided. No Bronx site, individuals residing in Bronx can attend Manhattan site. Carmen Orellana646-625-5000 ext. 5015AHRC1500 Pelham Pkwy. S.Bronx, NY 10461Ages 13 to 19Mild to Moderate Individuals with ID/DDAmbulatory & Non-AmbulatoryTeen & young adultsSaturdays from 9am to 4pmOctober thru May Transportation ProvidedMiriam Figueroa212-780-2585AHRC1952 Mayflower AvenueBronx, NY 10461Ages 3 & overMild to Moderate Individuals with ID/DDAmbulatory & Non- Ambulatory Saturdays from 9am to 3:30pm Transportation Provided Sam Emsell212-780-2596Centro Social La Esperanza516 West 181th StreetSecond FloorNew York, NY 10033Ages 18 & olderAll levels of ID/DDSaturdays from 10am to 2:30pmTransportation ProvidedElizabeth Lindao212-928-5810 ext. 120Good Will Industries2196 5th AvenueNew York, NY 10037Ages 21 and overAll levels of ID/DDOnly Ambulatory Individual served 15 Saturdays from March to June &15 Saturdays from Sept. to Dec.Transportation ProvidedJoy Ellis718-392-7072Kingsbridge HeightsCommunity Center3101 Kingsbridge Terr.Bronx, NY 10463Ages 15 to 25Mild to Moderate Individuals with ID, DD Teens and young adults with Autism, Down-Syndrome, Multiple DisabilitiesSaturdays from 10am to 3pmOctober thru June Transportation ProvidedHanna Gabris718-884-0700 ext. 202Kingsbridge HeightsCommunity Center3101 Kingsbridge Terr.Bronx, NY 10463Ages 18 & overMild to Moderate Individuals with ID/DD Adults with AutismSaturdays from 10am to 2pmHanna Gabris718-884-0700 ext. 202Life Dome716 East 224th StreetBronx, NY 10466All ages servedRespiteNaomi Osei Mensah347-252-4177 ext. 3RECREATION / RESPITE WEEKEND PROGRAMSAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Services for the Developmentally Challenged5670 Riverdale AvenueBronx, NY 10471Ages 5 to 21All levels of ID/DDSaturdays from 10am to 3pmTransportation ProvidedGloria Taveras929-800-1788Social Action Center665 Pelham ParkwaySuite 401Bronx, NY 10467Ages 5 to 21All levels of ID/DDSaturdays from 10am to 4pmAnika Davis718-654-1815South East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.955 Tinton AvenueBronx, NY 10456Ages 18 and overAll levels of ID/DDSunday Recreation9am to 4pmTransportation ProvidedDoreen Myles718-665-8908The Institute of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc.1680 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10460Ages 5 to 21Individuals with ID/DD, with multiple disabilities, and their siblingsSunday Respite10am to 3pmBreakfast and Lunch ProvidedTransportation ProvidedAna Koessler718-920-0870akoessler@YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Ages 6 to 18All levels of ID/DD, including non-ambulatory individualsClub Fun Saturday Recreation9am to 4pmSeptember to June Transportation ProvidedYAI Link212-273-6182YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Ages 18 and olderHighly capable individuals with ID/DDBronx Freedom ClubSaturdays 10am to 4pm Jessica Piniero347-547-7211 ext. 1211RECREATIONSCHOOL HOLIDAY RESPITEAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER Children’s Aid SocietyCamp Wagon Road431 Quaker RoadChappaqua, NY 10514Ages 7 to 17All levels of ID/DDIncluding non-ambulatory individualsRespite on Holiday weekend during school yearVincent Ganziani914-238-4761Harris Hands Community Services, Inc. 3679 East Tremont AvenueBronx, NY 10465All ages servedRespiteReinaldo Otero347-809-2303Life Dome716 East 224th StreetBronx, NY 10466All ages servedRespiteNaomi Osei Mensah347-252-4177 ext. 3Naomi.osei-mensah@lifedomeadult YAI1241 Zerega AvenueBronx, NY 10462Ages 6 to 21All levels of ID/DDSchool Holiday RespiteLimited TransportationYAI Link212-273-6182TRANSPORTATIONAGENCYAGES SERVEDSERVICES PROVIDEDCONTACT PERSON/NUMBER NYS Institute on Disability, Inc.930 Willowbrook RoadBlvd.#41AStaten Island, NY 10314All AgesCar Service Voucher within 5 boroughsElizabeth Sunshine718-494-6457dEpilepsy InstituteFREE, Inc.Gateway CounselingpLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE MEDICAID SERVICE COORDINATOR FUNCTION WILL BE TRANSITIONING TO CARE COORDINATION EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2018. THE LIST BELOW REPRESENTS ALL MSC AGENCIES WHICH WILL BE AFFILIATED WITH ONE OF THE THREE CARE COORDINATION ORGANIZATIONS THAT SERVE OUR REGION. pLEASE REFER TO THE CCO SECTION AFTER THE MSC SECTION IN THIS GUIDE. Medicaid Service CoordinationWhat is MSC?Medicaid Service Coordination is a Medicaid State Plan service provided by OPWDD that assists Coordination is a Medicaid State Plan service provided by OPWDD that assists persons with developmental disabilities in gaining access to necessary services and supports appropriate to their needs. OPWDD delivers almost all service coordination through its Medicaid Service Coordination program. MSC is provided by qualified service coordinators and uses a person-centered planning process in developing, implementing, and maintaining an individualized service Plan.MSC provides a vital link to information about service options. The service coordinator works with individuals and their families to develop a plan of care that assures individuals who are eligible for OPWDD services receive the assistance they need.Who is eligible to receive MSC? In order to receive MSC, a person must:Have a documented diagnosis of a developmental disabilityBe enrolled in Medicaid.Demonstrate a need for ongoing and comprehensive, rather than incidental service coordination.Live outside of an intermediate Care Facility (ICF), Developmental center (DC), Psychiatric Hospital, Small Residential unit (SRU), Nursing Facility or Hospital, or any other Medicaid Funded setting that provides service coordination.Not be enrolled in any comprehensive Medicaid long-term service coordination program.Most of OPWDD programs require Medicaid. If you do not currently have Medicaid, but are in need of any services contact, call Medicaid Service Coordination agencies and inquire about the home and community based waiver.Plan of Care Support ServicesPCSS is an alternative form of service coordination. PCSS providers assist individuals to review and update their individualized service Plan. PCSS is delivered by a qualified Medicaid service Coordinator. Typically, an individual must have received at least three months of Medicaid Service Coordination to eligible for PCSS, with the exception of early intervention enrollees.AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)110 Elmwood AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11230Karen Liebman(P)- 718-859-5420 x230English & SpanishIndividuals with ID/DD & their familiesAssociation for the Advancement of the Blind and Retarded (AABR)1508 College Point Blvd.College Point, NY 11356Karline Dambreville (P)- 718-321-3800, ext 2229kdambreville@English, Spanish, French, Creole and Greek Ages 5+Abbott House100 North BroadwayIrvington, NY 10533Meredith Rappaportmrappaport@(P)- 914-591-7300 Ext. 3680English and SpanishAges 5+Association for the Help of Retarded Children (AHRC)83 Maiden LaneNew York, NY 10013Contact: RIC(P)- 212-780-4491/4493English and SpanishAges 4+Advocates for the Disabled135 Radio Circle,Mt. Kisco, NY 10549Linda Lessner914-244-9688linda@English, Spanish (Limited) All agesAdvocates for Services for the Blind and Multi-Handicapped, Inc.3106 Coney Island AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11235Mary Pyle/Karen OswaldSyby(P)- 718-943-2592mpyle@English and SpanishAll agesAdult Resource Center Inc. (DBA ARC)1145 East 55th Street, Brooklyn NY 11234Stephanie D’Agostino718-531-7500English and Spanish and CreoAll agesAGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDAllCare Provider Services, Inc.3040 E. Tremont Ave, Suite 205Bronx, NY 10465(P)- 877-391-0977 @English and SpanishAges 3+Angels Unware, Inc.1375 Nelson AvenueBronx, NY 10452Kelly Fuentes, MSC Supervisor(P)- 718-410-7406English and SpanishAll agesBais Ezra 4510 16th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11204Heather Weinstein(P)- 718-436-6124English and SpanishAges 4+Banana Kelly Community Improvement Association863 Prospect AvenueBronx, NY 10459Stephanie Dos Santos(P)- 718-328-1064 Ext. 207SDossantos@English and SpanishAges 4+Birch Family Services104 West 29th Street, 3rd FloorNew York, NY 10001Matthew Sturiale(P)- 212-616-1800English Ages 4+Cardinal McCloskey Services115 Stevens Avenue, Suite LL5Valhalla, NY 10595Theresa Dawe(P)- 914-997-8000 Ext. 130TDawe@English and SpanishAges 4+Cay Community Services Organizations, Inc.65 Masbeth AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11211Claudia Morgan(P)- 718-624-5585EnglishAges 4+Center for Family Support333 Seventh Avenue, 9th FLNew York, NY 10001Diana Collins(P)- 718-518/1500 Ext. 327English and SpanishAges 4+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDCerebral Palsy Association of New York State 330 West 34th Street, 15th FL(P)- 212-947-5770 Ext. 30English and SpanishAges 4+Child and Family Support Services, Inc.840-11 Grand Concourse, Suite 1BBBronx, NY 10451Diane Baltazar, IntakeIeshia Graham, MSC Supervisor (P)- 18-618-7535 IGraham@English, Spanish, French, Haitian Creole Ages 4+Community Action for Human Services, Inc.2225 Lodovick AvenueBronx, NY 10469Paige Bond(P)- 718-655-7700 PBond@English and SpanishAges 4+Community Options Inc.350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 5230New York, NY 10118Regina Tuck(P)- 212-227-9110Regina.Tuck@EnglishAges 4+Community Resource Center for Developmentally Disabled Inc.Hutchinson Metro Center Atrium 1776 Eastchester Road, Suite 225Bronx, NY 10461(P)- 718-292-1705(P)- 718-206-3400 Ann Maccaroneamaccarone@English and SpanishAdultsContemporary Guidance Services, Inc. 52 Broadway, 4th FLNew York, NY 10004Annie Cox Senior(P)- 646-214-1273ACox@English, Spanish and Haitian CreoleAges 3+Community Resources & Services for children90-04 161st street, suite 401, Jamaica, NY 11432Clara I. Alvarez718-206-3400English Children and AdultsCreative Lifestyles, Inc.67 Bruckner BlvdBronx, NY 10454Dyonie TorresDTorres@(P)- 718-665-7002 Ext. 5107English and SpanishBirth+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDCenter for Human Development and Family Services (CHDFS)307 W. 38th Street, 6th floorNew York, NY 10018Aivlys Anacioaanasio@212-695-4565 ext 309Veronica Palacios212-810-4068English and SpanishAges 3+Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.4234 Vireo Avenue, 2nd FLBronx, NY 10470Paul Randall(P)- 914- 733-3307(P)- 646-612-0373P.Randall@English and SpanishAges 4+East Harlem Council for Community Improvement (EHCCI)413 East 120th Street, RM 112New York, NY 10035Orelys Sanchezosanchez@(P)- 212-410-7707 Ext. 5258English and SpanishAges 3+Edwin Gould Services for Children and Families151 Lawrence St, 5th FlBrooklyn, NY ?11201Alicia McGrathDivision Directoramcgrath@347-577-8201English and SpanishChildren and adultsElmy’s Special Services, Inc 163 Van Buren StreetBrooklyn, NY 11221Angelicka Jamesajames@(P)- 718-789-7539(F)- 443-7857Support@English and SpanishAges 4+Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan NY65 Broadway, Suite 505New York, NY 10006Sally Bisono(P)- 212-677-8550 SBisono@English and SpanishAges 3+Esperanza Center516 West 181st Street, 3rd FLNew York, NY 10033Johanna Tapia(P)- 212-928-5810 Ext. 117JTapia@English and SpanishAges 5+Gateway Counseling CTR Center 1776 Eastchester Road, Bronx NY 10469Erin LambErin.lamb@929-237-7209English and SpanishAges 5 and upGoodwill Industries421 27th AvenueAstoria, NY 11102(P)- 718-392-7072 DHughes@English and SpanishAges 18+The Good ShephardHelp on the Way, INC89 Arlington Avenue, Staten Island NY 10303Frederick ADeloriki718-448-0442Maria CuelloMaria.cuello@Gloria Escano, Assistant Executive Director(P)- 718-484-7809 / 7810English, Spanish, African langauagesChildren and adultsHarris Hands Community Services Inc. 3439 Bruckner Blvd, Bronx NY 10461Reinaldo Otero (P)- 347-809-2303English and SpanishAges 3+Hamaspik of Kings County295 Division StreetBrooklyn, NY 11211(P)- 718-387-8400 Yehudis Heimfeld, IntakeYHeimfeld@English, Hebrew and YiddishAll agesHand in Hand Family Services (HIHFS)6214 24th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11204Chaya Rennert/Sorah Gerber(P)- 718-336-6073 sgerber@ English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish and RussianAges 3 and up HASC Center5601 First AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11220 Samual Khan(P)- 718-745-7575English and HebrewAll agesHawthorne Foundation5 Bradhurst AvenueHawthorne NY 10532(P)- 914-592-8526 Tcov@English and Spanish18 months+Heaven’s Hands Community Services, Inc.882 Third Avenue, 10th FLBrooklyn, NY 11232(P)- 718-788-5252 EnglishAges 3+Heritage Human Services, Inc.105-51 Avenue KBrooklyn, NY 11236Phone: 718-444-4340Fax:718-444-4341EnglishAdultsHuman First, Inc.128 Atlantic AvenueLynbrook, NY 11563(P)- 516-823-9500English and SpanishAges 4+The Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, INC. 32 Warren AveTarrytown, NY 10591Sophia LulgjurayAna Koessler914-220-4325 / 914-220-4313SLulgjuray@Akoessler@English and SpanishAges 4+Inclusive Links95-117 Ravine AvenueYonkers, NY 10701Y. Nunez(P)- 914-721-0744EnglishAges 5+Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc. 221-10 Jamaica Avenue, Suite 208Queens Village, NY 11428Yvelisse Rosa (P)- 646-533-8254YRosa@in-English and SpanishAges 4+Independent Living Association 110 York StreetBrooklyn, NY 12201(P)- 718-852-2000 Ext. 12English and SpanishAges 4+Institutes for Community Living6201 16th AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11204(P)- 718-234-0073 rct. 70Pcampanelli@English and SpanishAges 4+Iyaho Social Services71 North Franklin Street, Suite 211 Hempstead, NY 115500Henry Eromesele(P)- 516-280-5930English and SpanishAges 4+Job Path, Inc. 256 West 38th Street New York, NY 10018(P)- 212-944-0564 ext. 239Daphne JosephEnglish and SpanishAges 18+Kennedy Child Study Center151 East 67th StreetNew York, NY 10021(P)- 212-988-9500PPG.English and SpanishAges 3+Leake and Watts Services, Inc.463 Hawthorne AvenueYonkers, NY 10705Holli Rubiano(P)- 914-375-8700HRubiano@English and SpanishAges 4+Lexington Center for the Deaf26-26 and 75th streeteast Elmhurst, ny 11370(P)- 718-350-3110 Agin@English and SpanishAmerican Sign LanguageAges 17 and aboveLighthouse Jewish Guild for the Blind15 West 65th StreetNew York, NY 10023(P)- 212-769-6200 Jocelyn SalazarEnglish and SpanishAges 4+Little Flower Children & Family Services of NY2450 North Wading River Rd Wading River, New York 11792-1402Suzanne Parras, Asst. MSC SupervisorEnglish and SpanishAll agesLIFESPIRE1 Whitehall StreetNew York, NY 10041(P)- 212-741-0100 ext. 4595mvanvoorst@English and SpanishLong Life Information and Referral network1958 Fulton Street3rd floorBrooklyn NY 11233Celestine Syles718-778-0009EnglishChildren and AdultsMercy Drive, Inc.60-69 Woodhaven BlvdElmhurst, NY 11373Pamela Ossona(P)- 718-275-9326P.Ossona@English and SpanishAges 4+Metropolitan Family Services INC.1958 Fulton Street, Suite 403Brooklyn, NY 11233Fasha Smith-Ali718-858-7234 ext 104English and SpanishAges 4 and upProgram Development Services6916 New Utrecht AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11228(P)- 718-256-2212(F)- 718-256-7433 Office@EnglishAdultsProgressive Social Services, Inc. Social Services, Inc.41 Livingston AvenueYonkers, NY 10705Juliana Quansah914-434-5532EnglishAdultsQuality Services for The Autism Community (QSAC)25-09 BroadwayAstoria, NY 11103(P)- 718-728-8476 ext. 1258Celina MarinCmarin@English and SpanishAges 4+Quality Services Beyond Compliance 1 Cross Island Plaza, Suite LL7AJamaica, NY 11434Rosa Mckinley(P)- 516-280-9361 qualbecom@English and SpanishAges 4+Queens Parent Recourse Center88-50 165th StreetJamaica, NY 11433(P)- 718-736-8690 ext. 104James.Magalee@English and SpanishAges 4+Rewarding Experiences for Adult Living, Inc. (REAL)32 Belmont Blvd.Elmont, NY 11003Kathleen Dunbar, MSC Supervisor(P)- 212-939-9520IntakeDepartment@real-English and SpanishAges 4+Kathleen Dunbar, MSC Supervisor(P)- 212-939-9520IntakeDepartment@real-English and SpanishAges 4+Rose F. Kennedy1225 Morris Park AvenueBronx, NY 10461Enna Payano(P)- 718-839-7116EPayano@ English and SpanishAges 4+Salvation Army Social Services of Greater New York90-23 161st StreetJamaica, NY 11432Paul Moore(P)- 212-807-6100 ext. 152Paul.Mooore@use.English and SpanishAges 4+School for Language and Communication Development 100 Glen Cove AvenueGlen Cove, NY 11542(P)- 516-609-2000English and SpanishAges 4+Services for the Developmentally Challenged, Inc. Main office: 5475 Fieldston Road, Bronx, NY 10471MSC Office:5797 Tyndall AvenueBronx, NY 10471Sieder Joseph,MSC Supervisor(P)- 718-432-8469Peter Dolan, Executive DirectorPDolan@English and SpanishAges 4+Sheltering Arms (formerly Episcopal Social Services)305 Seventh Avenue, 2nd floorNew York, NY 10001(P) 212-886-5739Valerie Allston-BellVallston-bell@English and SpanishAges 4+Shema Kolainu Hear Our Voices4302 New Utretch AvenueBrooklyn, NY 11219(P)- 718-686-9600Cakibeh@English and SpanishAges 4+Shema Kolainu Hear Our Voices1600 Parkview Avenue, Suite BBronx, NY 10461Jessica Guzman, MSC LeaderStefanie Garcia, Intake Coordinator(P)- 718-829-7744 Ext. 2121(P)- 718-829-7744 Ext. 2112SGarcia@English and SpanishAges 4+Singeria, Inc.2082 Lexington Avenue, 4th FloorNew York, NY 10001(P)- 212-643-2840 Ext. 31Caudralash@English and SpanishAges 4+SKIP of NY601 West 26th Street, Suite 552New York, NY 10001(P)- 212-268-5999 Ext. 144English and SpanishAges 4+Social Action Center665 Pelham Pkwy NorthBronx, NY 10467(P)- 718-654-1815Jessicaguitysac@English and SpanishAges 7 and upSouth East Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc.3289 3rd AvenueBronx, NY 10456(P)- 718-542-2727Ms. Ethel PerezEnglish and SpanishAges 21+Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc.350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 627 New York, NY 10018(P)- 212-643-2663English and SpanishAges 4+St. Dominic’s Home500 Western HighwayBlauvelt, NY 10913(P)- 845-359-3400 Ext. 323Kribnicky@English and SpanishAges 4+St. Mary’s Hospital for Children6 Ohio DriveLake Success, NY 11042(P)- 718-281-8645Simper@English and SpanishAges 4+The Shield Institute144-61 Roosevelt AvenueFlushing, NY 11345(P)-718-939-8700 Ext. 1107Dwohl@English and SpanishTaconic Innovations, Inc.25-35 Beachwood AvenueMt. Vernon, NY 10550Siomara Palacios(P)- 914-668-9041Ext. 4100(F)- 914-668-9043English and SpanishAges 4+The Thrive Network Inc.241 37th Street,Suite 604Brooklyn, NY 11232Rahsean Andersonranderson@(P)- 718-965-3995 ext. 8144info@English, Spanish, CreoleAll agesUnique Care Community Services1360 East 86th StreetBrooklyn, NY 11236Dovina Chenbow(P)- 347-802-2956English and SpanishAll agesUCP of NYS330 West 34th Street, 15th FLNew York, NY 10001Susan Constantino(P)- 212-947-5770English and SpanishAges 4+Unique Life, Inc.4234 Vireo AvenueBronx, NY 10470(P)- 718-231-7711 Ext. 24Yvette@English and SpanishAges 4+Urban Resources Institute75 Broad Street,Suite 505New York, NY 10004Nathaniel Fields(P)- 646-588-0030EnglishAges 4+YAI460 West 34th StreetNew York, NY 10001YAI Link (P)- 212-273-6182English and SpanishAges 4+Care Coordination Organizations – The Heart of People First Care CoordinationCurrently, services for people with developmental disabilities are coordinated by Medicaid Service Coordinators (MSC). The new era of People First Care Coordination will have as its foundation the creation of Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs). CCOs will provide Health Homes Services. CCOs coordinate a variety of healthcare, wellness and Developmental Disabilities (DD) services to achieve a holistic and integrated approach to meeting the full range of needs. A specialized team, comprised of a Health Home Care Manager working together with other professionals will work with the people we serve and their families to plan, execute and monitor individualized Life Plans.There are 3 CCOs for Region 4 which serves the Bronx; they are: Advanced Care Alliance (ACA), Care Design and Tri-County Care. The current MSC agencies have aligned with one of the Care Coordination Organizations: Below is a list of each agency and the MSC agencies that have aligned with them. The Care Coordination Organizations will be operational effective July 1, 2018.Advanced Care Alliance Affiliated MSC AgenciesA Very Special Place, Inc.A-1 Universal Care, Inc.AABR, Inc.Abbott HouseAbilities, Inc. at the Viscardi CenterACDS, Inc.ACLDAdelante of Suffolk County, Inc.Adult Resources Center, Inc. (dba ARC)Advocates for Services for the Blind & MultihandicappedAhivim, Inc.AllCare Provider Services, Inc.AMIC Supportive FamiliesAnother Step, Inc.Block InstituteBluewell AdvocatesC.A.R.E.S.Cardinal McCloskey ServicesCarl Fenichel Community ServicesCatholic Charities - Rockville CenterCatholic Charities of Staten IslandCatholic Guardian ServicesCenter for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.Center for Family Support, Inc.Center for Rapid RecoveryCentro Social La Esperanza, munity Action for Humans Services, munity Mainstreaming Associates, munity Options NY munity Resource Center for DD (CRC DD)Community Resources & Services for ChildrenCommunity Resources for the DD (DBA)Contemporary Guidance Services Inc.Crossroads Unlimited, Inc.Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.Developmental Disabilities InstituteEast End Disability Associates, In Goodwill Industries of Greater NYGRACE FoundationGuiding Pathways, Inc.Guild for Exceptional ChildrenHalo Network Inc.HASC Center, Inc.Head Injury Association, Inc.Heaven's Hands Community Services, Inc.Helen Keller ServicesHelp on the Way, Inc.Hispanic Counseling Center, Inc.Independent Group Home Living Program, Inc.Independent Living Association, Inc.Institute for Community LivingIRI: Innovative Resources for IndependenceJob Path, Inc.Keon Center, Inc.Kulanu AcademyLeake and Watts Services, Inc.Lexington Vocational Services Center, Inc.Life's WORC, Inc.Lifestyles for the DisabledLittle Flower Children and Family ServicesMakor Disability ServicesMaryhaven Center of Hope, Inc.Mercy Home for ChildrenNew Horizon Counseling CenterNew York Foundling HospitalOHEL Children's Home and Family Services, Inc.On Your Mark, Inc.Person Centered Care Services, Inc.PLUS Group HomesProgram Development ServicesProgressive Social Services, Inc.QSAC, Inc.Queens Center for ProgressRayim of Hudson ValleyRehabilitation InstituteS.K.I.P. of NYSchool for Language Communication and Development, Inc.SCO Family of ServicesServices for the Developmentally ChallengedShare of New SquareSheltering Arms Children and Family ServicesShield InstituteSpecial Care for Families and Children ServicesSpecial Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc.St. Dominic's HomeTender Care Human ServicesTHRIVE NetworkUCPA of Nassau County, Inc.Unique People Services, Inc.United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island, Inc.WellLife Network, Inc.c.Economic Opportunity Council of SuffolkEden II School for Autistic ChildrenEdwin Gould Services for ChildrenCare Design Member AgenciesNew York Integrated Network?ANIBIC?Access: Supports for Living?Birch Family Services?Brooklyn Community Services?CP Metro Services?HeartShare Human Services?Human Care Services for Families & Children?IAHD?Lifespire?SUS?Westchester Jewish Community ServicesHudson Valley Care Coordination Services?Ability Beyond?Camp Venture?Cardinal Hayes Home?Gateway Community Industries?Greystone Programs?Jewish Family Service of Orange County?Sullivan Arc?The Arc Community League?The Arc of Dutchess?The Arc of Orange County?The Arc of Putnam?The Arc of Ulster-Greene?Yedei ChesedCapital North Cares?AIM Services?Adirondack Arc?Catholic Charities Disabilities Services?Citizen Advocates?Clinton ARC?COARC?Community Work & Independence?Montgomery County ARC?Mountain Lake Services?Saratoga Bridges?Schenectady County ARC?Schoharie County ARC?The Alternative Living Group, Inc.?The Arc Lexington?The Arc of Rensselaer County?Warren, Washington, & Albany Counties ARC?Wildwood ProgramsPartnerships for Healthcare Solutions?ADAPT Community Network?AHRC Nassau?AHRC New York City?AHRC Suffolk?The Arc of Rockland?The Arc of WestchesterYAIMEMBERS?Anderson Center for Autism?Catholic Charities Neighborhood Services, Inc.?Hawthorne Foundation, Inc.?Jewish Union Foundation?Long Island Advocacy Centers?Mill Neck Services, Inc.?Otsar?RCAPD?The Jewish Board?Vanderheyden?Westchester Institute for Human Development Agencies Advocates for the Disabled ALLIANCE PROGRAM SERVICES BANANA KELLY COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC CAPABILITIES PARTNERSHIP, INC. CAY COMMUNITY SERVICES ORG., INC COMMUNITY LIVING AND ADVOCACY SUPPORTS, Inc EHCCI / East Harlem Council for Community Improvement Elmy's Special Services HAITIAN AMERICANS UNITED FOR PROGRESS, INC HAMASPIK OF KINGS COUNTY, INC. HAMASPIK OF ORANGE COUNTY, INC. HAMASPIK OF ROCKLAND COUNTY, INC. HAND IN HAND FAMILY SERVICES, LTD. HARRIS HANDS COMMUNITY SERVICES HERITAGE HUMAN SERVICES HIGHER GROUND INTEGRATED HUMAN SERVICES IKAN, INC INCLUSIVE LINKS, INC. IYAHO SOCIAL SERVICES, INC. JEWEL HUMAN SERVICES LIFE ADJUSTMENT CENTER, INC. LIVING RESOURCES CORPORATION Mental Health Association of Nassau County MERCY DRIVE INC METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICES, INC. MODEST COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION, INC MULTI‐FUNCTIONAL FAMILY SERVICES, INC. NEW BEGINNINGS MSC, INC. NEW YORK FAMILIES FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN PESACH TIKVAH HOPE DEVELOPMENT, INC. RESOURCE CTR F/ACCESSIBLE LIVING, INC. SINERGIA SOCIAL ACTION CENTER, INC. SOUTHEAST BRONX NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, INC SUPPORT‐LINK, INC. The Good Shephard INC THE YALDEINU SCHOOL UNIQUE CARE COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. Unique Lives UPSTATE CASE MANAGEMENT, INC. Viability Inc. YOUNG ADULTS WITH SPECIAL ABILITIES Residential ServicesAs a family member of a person with developmental disabilities, placement of your loved one in the care of a residential service provide can be one of the most difficult decisions you will ever have to make. In planning the future for someone, you want to make sure that your family member will be safe and secure and receive the kind of care and treatment that will put your mind at ease. There are many agencies in the Bronx that offer residential options. Their mission is to provide housing for people with developmental disabilities, assisting them to lead meaningful and productive lives in the manner they choose, in their own communities, with the supervision and supports they need. These services range from 24- hour supervised homes to apartments for more independent individuals. When the time to consider a residential opportunity for a person and his/her family arrives, it will be necessary to seek information about what services the person needs where that person and/or the family would like services and which agency they would like to provide the service.This guide serves to give you some knowledge about residential options, some questions you should ask when speaking with an agency and the names, address and contact persons of organizations that provide residential services in the Bronx. All of the organizations listed are licensed by the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). The local office, the Metro NY Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO), can also be contacted for further information at (718) 430-0474. You may also receive further support and assistance through the Bronx DD council both at the Executive Board meetings as well as the monthly Residential Committee meetings. For more information call Kathleen Cucinell at (914) 375-8898. Please know that you are not alone out there. Good luck!Bronx DD council Residential CommitteeNew York Cares Guiding PrinciplesNew York Cares is a program for ongoing out-of-home residential development for people with Developmental Disabilities who live in communities throughout New York State. Individuals who need out of home residential services and are eligible for those services from OPWDD and who are registered on the out-of-home residential waiting list shall:Have access to community-based services consistent with their need in an individualized service environment;Play a significant role in developing those services through a person-centered approach that considers their needs and choices; Be able to continue relationships with family, friends, and other individuals; andHave the opportunity for increased independence, individualized and inclusion in the communities where they will be served. Certified Supportive and Supervised ResidencesResidential Habilitation: individually tailored supports that assist with skills related to living in the community. These supports include adaptive skill development; assistance with activities of daily-living (hands-on); community inclusion and relationship building; training and support for independence travel; transportation; adult educational supports; development of social skills; leisure skills; self-advocacy and informed choice skills; and appropriate behavior development to help the individual access their community. Residential Habilitation also may include program related personal care and protective oversight and supervision Family Care (FC): certified program that provides a structured and stable home environment within a family unit to a person with developmental disability, offering support, guidance, and companionship. Family Care providers are home owners who receive a monthly stipend to care for individuals with developmental disabilities in their own homes. Learn more about Family Care program by reading our brochure (also available in Spanish), or contact your local DDRO. Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA): certified homes that provide room, board and individualized service options. There are two different kinds of IRAs. A Supervised Individualized Residential Alternative is home that has staff nearby at all times when individuals are at the residence. A Supportive Individualized Residential Alternative is a home in which living is more independent and supervision is based on the person’s need for supervision; staff typically is not onsite at all times when residents are home. Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF): residential treatment options in the community for individuals with specific medical and/or behavioral needs. ICF’s provide 24-hour on site assistance and training, intensive clinical and direct-care services, supervised activities and a variety of therapies. ICFs are designed for individuals whose disabilities severely limit their ability to live independently. Community Residences (CR): provides housing, supplies for daily living like food and toiletries, and services on a daily basis for individuals who have Developmental Disabilities. Community Residences foster supportive interpersonal relationships, offer supervision to ensure health and safety, and assistance in learning activities that are part of daily living. Community Residences are designed to provide a home environment, and also provide a setting where individuals can acquire skills necessary to live as independently as possible. There are two types of community residences; supervised, in which staff are nearby at all times that individuals are in the residence, and supportive, in which living more independent. In supportive community residences, staff are on-site and available less than the entire time that individuals are home, based on the specific support needs of an individual.Questions Families Should Consider How much experience does the agency have in working with persons who are developmentally disabled?How much experience does the agency have in providing a residential service?Where are the agency’s group homes located? Can I visit any of these homes?What does your agency do that make the transition as smooth as possible for my family member?Can my family member visit and participate in activities at the home prior to moving there?Can I talk to any family member of the individuals living in a home being considered for a residential opportunity in order to get their point of view on the operation of the home?How is the appearance of the home, inside and outside?How will the residence be furnished and decorated?Will the individuals have their own closets and dressers?Will there be curtains, pictures, rugs, and other typical decorations and furnishings?What kind of training does staff receive?How many staff is on duty during the day, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays?What is the rate of staff turnover? What are the reasons for staff turnover?What are the kinds of background checks done on new employees?How does staff deal with medical or other type of emergencies? Will I be informed of any emergency involving my family member? How and how quicklyWhat do the person that live in the home do each weekday?What activities take place at the home or in the community during the week? On weekends or holidays? Are inclusive community activities promoted?Will my family member be able to continue attending sleep-away camp and if so who will pay?How is the plan of services developed for my family member, and how will the family be involved in the creation and updating of this plan?Who can be contacted to discuss concerns about the plan once it is implemented?What is your agency’s procedure for addressing any serious concern a family member raises about any aspect of the home (such as the conditions of the home or issues with staff)?How will people be allowed to express their concerns or grievances? Is there a formal process for handling complaints?Are people allowed and encouraged to receive and make visits with family, friends and guardians?Are they allowed to visit privately if they wish?Are there adequate areas for private activities or conversation? Do staff and others knock before entering private spaces?Do individuals utilize community-based services to meet their health, dental and recreational needs?Will people be allowed to use their personal money and property? Are there restrictions on the use of either? Is each resident regularly informed of his/her finances? How will people be involved in meaningful, productive work or day programs? Residential ServicesAGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDAssociation for the Advancement of the Blind and Retarded (AABR)15-08 College Point Blvd.College Point, NY 11356Acting Executive Director: Christopher Weldon. Director of Residential Services: Ms. Hezikegh Elliot(P)- 718-321-3800 Ext. 216Serving The Bronx, Queens, Manhattan and Staten IslandAges 21+Abbott House100 North BroadwayIrvington, NY 10533Director of DD Services: Ms. Elinor Arnemann. (P)- 914-591-7300 Ext. 3084Serving Bronx, Rockland and Westchester countiesAges 21+ADAPT Community Network(Formerly known as UCP of NYC)80 Maiden Lane, 2nd floor New York, NY 10038Vice President, Program Services: Ms. Florence Ricco(P)- 212-683-6700 ext. 1701Serving Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Staten IslandAges 18+Advocates for Services for the Blind and Multi-Handicapped, Inc.3106 Coney Island AvenueBronx, NY 11235Brooklyn Coordinator: Mr. Nick Hassan, Bronx Coordinator: Ms. Altia Sharpe(P)- 718-934-2592 (P)- 718-601-6620Ages 21+AHRC83 Maiden LaneNew York, NY 10038Director of Residential Services: Monica Santos. (212)- 780-2500 Ext. 2538Serving all 5 boroughsAges 21+Angels Unware, Inc.1375 Nelson AvenueBronx, NY 10452(P)- 718-410-7406Ages 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDAMAC (The Association for Metro Area Autistic Children)25 West 17th StreetNew York, NY 10011(P)- 212-645-5005 Ext. 145Serving Manhattan and the BronxAges 21+Cardinal McCloskey Services115 Stevens Avenue, Suite 115 Valhalla, NY 10595Director of Residential Services: Ms. Diane Pryce. (P)- 914-997-8000 Ext. 156Ages 21+Catholic Guardian Services1011 First AvenueNew York, NY 10022Asst. Executive Director: Gina Maranga Ext. 2258 (P)- 212-371-1011 Ext. 225Serving the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island and Long IslandAges 21+Center for Family Support333 Seventh Avenue, 9th FLNew York, NY 10001Director of Residential Services: Ms. Omayra Andino (P)- 718-518-1500 Ext. 3221Serving all 5 boroughs, Long Island, New Jersey and WestchesterAges 21+Esperanza Center515 West 181st StreetNew York, NY 10033Director of Residential Services: Ms. Theresa Black (P)- 212-928-5810 Ext. 129Serving the Bronx and ManhattanAges 21+Community Action for Human Services, Inc.2225 Lodovic AvenueBronx, NY 10469Coordinator of Residential Services:Ms. Tracey Tyler (P)- 718-665-7700 Ext. 108Serving the Bronx, Manhattan and lower Westchester CountiesAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDCommunity Resource Center for Developmentally Disabled Inc.Hutchinson Metro Center Atrium 1776 Eastchester Road, Suite 225Bronx, NY 10461Executive Director: Kevin Meade (P)- 718-292-1705Serving the Bronx, Manhattan and YonkersAges 21+Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State 330 West 34th Street, 15th FLNew York, NY 10001V.P. of Program Services: Ms. Crystal King. (P)-212-947-5770 Ext. 731Serving the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten IslandAges 21+Creative Lifestyles, Inc.67 Bruckner Blvd.Bronx, NY 10454Director of Residential Services: Ms. Tawana Carden. (P) 718-665-7002Serving the BronxAges 21+East Harlem Council for Community Improvement (EHCCI)413 East 120th StreetBronx, NY 10035Intake Coordinator: Ms. Lorinda Hooks(212) 410-7707 Ext. 5254Admin. Of DD Services:(212) 410-7707 Ext. 5254Serving Bronx and Manhattan Ages 21+Edwin Gould Services for Children and Families151 Lawrence StreetBrooklyn, NY 11201Division Director: Ms. Alicia McGrath(P)- 646- 808-5985(P)- 212-437-3500Serving the Bronx and ManhattanAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDEpiscopal Social Services305 Seventh AvenueNew York, NY 10001Director of DD Services: Mr. Richard Anamone. (P) 212-886-5601 Ext. 5674Serving the Bronx and ManhattanAges 21+Help on the Way1138 Southern Blvd.Bronx, NY 10459Executive Director: Mr. Theiborh Almanzar, Associate Executive Director: Ms. Gloria Escano (P)- 718-484-7810Serving the BronxAges 21+Innovative Resources for Independence, Inc. 93-22 Jamaica Ave, 2nd FLWoodhaven, NY 11421Executive Director: Mr. Raymond J DeNatale. (P)- 718-805-6796Serving the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn Counties Ages 21+Institutes for Community Living125 Broad Street, 3rd FLNew York, NY 10004Senior V.P. IDD Services: Ms. Altya Hanson. (P)- 212-385-3030Serving the Bronx, Brooklyn and Manhattan Ages 21+Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc. (IAHD)32 Warren AvenueTarrytown, NY 10591Director of Residential Services (Bronx): Ms. Paulette MappDirector of Residential Services (Westchester): Ms. Natalie Morgan-Williams Intake: Sophia Lulgjuray(P) 914-220-4325Serving the Bronx and WestchesterAges 21+Leake and Watts Services, Inc.463 Hawthorne AvenueYonkers, NY 10705Residential Director: Ms. Ruth Tokasczyk. (P)- 914-375-8898Serving the Bronx and WestchesterAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDLife Adjustment Center1430 Broadway, Suite 501New York, NY 10018Residential Coordinator: Ms. Angela Walton. (P)- 212-938-1223 Ext. 117 Serving the Bronx and ManhattanAges 21+Metro DDRO/OPWDD2400 Halsey StreetBronx, NY 10461Residential Coordinator: Ms. Lisa Pesante. (P)- 718-430-0474Serving the Bronx and ManhattanAges 21+New York Foundling1437 Shakespeare AvenueBronx, NY 10452Program Director: Ms. Denise Flores (P)- 718-671-7300Serving the BronxAges 21+Puerto Rican Family Institutes Inc. 145 West 15th StreetNew York, NY 10011Director of Residential Services: Ms. Carole Lund. (P) 718-231-6535Serving the BronxAges 21+Salvation Army Social Services of Greater New York90-23 161st Street, 3rd FLJamaica NY, 11432Director of DD Services: Ms. Leslyn Mitchell. (P) 718-206-9171 Ext. 221Asst. Director of DD Services: Ms. Shonda St Hillaire Ext. 226Asst. Director of DD Services: Ms. Raven Graves Ext. 227Serving the Bronx, Brooklyn and QueensAges 21+S.E.B.N.C.955 Tinton AvenueBronx, NY 10450Residential Manager: Ms. Doreen Myles. (P) 718-542-2727Ages 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDServices for the Underserved 305 7th Avenue, 10th FLNew York, NY 10001Main Line: (P)- 212- 633-6900 Senior V.P. of DD Services: Mr. Louis Cazaliere. Intake Coordinator: Ms. Brenda Williams: (P)- 917-574-5640Serving the Bronx, Brooklyn and QueensAges 21+Services for the Developmentally Challenged, Inc. 5475 Fieldston RoadBronx, NY 10471Executive Director: Mr. Peter Dolan. (P)- 718-432-8469Serving the BronxAges 21+Singeria, Inc.2-82 Lexington AvenueNew York, NY 10035Director of Residential Services: Ms. Rebecca Maitin. (P)- 212-643-2840 Ext. 323Serving the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and QueensAges 21+Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc.1775 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10453Executive Director: Mr. Donald Lash. (P)- 718-601-6935 Ext. 125Serving the BronxAges 21+Special Citizens Futures Unlimited, Inc.1775 Grand Concourse Bronx, NY 10453CEO: Ms. Jessica Guberman. (P) 718-601-6935 Ext. 125Serving the BronxAges 21+St. Dominic’s Home500 Western Highway Blauvelt, NY 10913Director of DD programs: Ms. Judy Sabater-James. (P)- 845-359-3400 Ext. 241Serving the Bronx and Rockland CountiesAges 21+AGENCYADDRESSCONTACTSERVICE DESCRIPTIONPOPULATION SERVEDUnique Life, Inc.4234 Viero AvenueBronx, NY 10470Director of Residential Services: Ms. Lorna Thompson. (P) 718-231-7711 Ext. 39Serving the Bronx, Manhattan and Queens Ages 21+YAI460 West 34th StreetNew York, NY 10001Regional Director: Yvonne Patrick For referrals call YAI LINK (P) 212-273-6182Serving the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Westchester, Rockland and Long IslandAges 21+ ................
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