Announcements

Dear All: We are so excited about the press conference we have set up for Friday, 9/14/12 at 11am on the steps of City Hall. We have invited City Council […]

Dear Friends and Colleagues: As you know, there are many changes underway within our service delivery system. Because of your involvement, reforms that have been implemented or are in development [...]

Dear Friends and Colleagues: Several months ago we announced that OPWDD was working with stakeholders, including parents, self-advocates, providers, and employees, to examine ways to streamline [...]

Dear Council Member: As you know, many changes to our services system are beginning to emerge. Among the most notable of these developments is New York’s focus on improved coordination […]

On Friday, August 17, 2012 from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm, NYS OPWDD will host a statewide videoconference for voluntary agency service providers to offer an update on the People […]

SUMMER SAFETY July 2012 While we are all enjoying the sun and summer fun, below are a few reminders to help keep you safe and healthy: 1. Guard Against TOO […]

NEXT MEETING: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012, 10:00 AM – NOON METRO NY DDSO 75 MORTON STREET Si su idioma es el Español y necesita intérprete durante la reunión es necesario […]

Dear Friends and Colleagues: Our agency and our field have made significant changes over the past year with a common goal of strengthening our system for the individuals we support. […]

The long days of summer bring hot and humid weather to many parts of the state. Higher temperatures increase the need for cooling indoors all day long, and increased electrical […]

On July 18th, Commissioner Courtney Burke spoke at United Hospital Fund’s 2012 Medicaid conference, “Advancing Medicaid Reform”. Commissioner Burke’s presentation focused on the People First [...]