It has become increasingly difficult for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to secure the residential placements they need to live safe, secure, and independent lives in their communities. Families are doing more to make people aware of this crisis and they need YOUR help....

Though the findings are considered preliminary, the results highlight how important it is for health care providers to include parents in their treatment of children with autism. READ THE ARTICLE HERE The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS,...

OPWDD is moving forward with a new initiative aimed at enhancing care coordination for people with developmental disabilities. Acting Commissioner Delaney has announced a webinar on Monday, August 7 for individuals and families served through the OPWDD system. This online presentation will describe plans for...

The ACA repeal with the Medicaid cuts is very fluid with many nuances, rules and details. On July 25 the Senate voted narrowly to begin debate on a bill to repeal major provisions of the Affordable Care Act, but hours later, the Republican plan to replace President Barack...

People who need medicaid speak out. VIEW THE VIDEO HERE   The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service by CP of NYS, and do not necessarily reflect the views of CP of NYS, its Board of Directors and staff, or of the CP...

“If the convention is going to be run by the people who currently run the government, then I would say the purpose of the convention is basically defeated,” says Governor Cuomo. READ THE ARTICLE HERE   The articles linked to this page are provided as a public service...