The Center for Discovery, designated as a Center of Excellence by the New York State Department of Health and OPWDD, is a major research and specialty center that offers residential, medical and special education programs as well as world-class Music and Creative Arts Therapy, Adapted Physical Education, and a biodynamic agricultural program among other unique services. Located less than two hours from New York City, The Center has become a magnet institution where individuals from around New York State and the world travel to receive highly advanced care and access to groundbreaking research and treatment for a myriad of disabilities and complex conditions. Each year, The Center serves more than 1,200 children, adults, and families. Health. Wellness. And Wonders.

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Independent Support Services, Inc. is a company based out of 95 Glen Wild Rd, Rock Hill, New York, United States.

On January 21, 1847, a group of Poughkeepsie women called the Female Guardian Society met to form the Poughkeepsie Orphan House and Home of the Friendless to care for the poor, abandoned and neglected in their communities, most especially the children. Their belief was that all children deserve a nurturing and caring environment. More than 175 years later, their work continues. Today, the Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie provides a full range of Community Based Services and Residential Services giving hope and healing to at-risk children throughout New York State. The Home is licensed by the NYS Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS), the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the New York State Department of Health. Mission Statement Empowering children and families to achieve optimal health and well being Vision Statement A world where every child and family have access to the tools, skills and support they need to thrive

Gateway Hudson Valley is a non-profit organization in the Hudson Valley of NY dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they strive to achieve hopeful, satisfying, active, and contributing lives. We assist our community members in choosing, acquiring, using, and maintaining the skills and supports necessary to achieve success and satisfaction in their lives. We accomplish this through integrated vocational, therapeutic, residential, and business services.

Family Services Inc. currently has an ID group home and Intensive In Home services.

HRC is a 501(3)c nonprofit organization based in Northeast Pennsylvania providing support and services to individuals with disabilities in Wayne, Pike, Carbon, Monroe, Lackawanna, and Susquehanna counties. Established in 1973, HRC began as a passion project to serve an underrepresented group of the community by promoting inclusion and acceptance. Over four decades later, HRC has grown into a devoted institution of over 400 caring and qualified employees with a shared goal in mind: serve and support.

A summer placement opportunity to work in an office at an American summer camp through the company BUNAC. Responsibilities and achievements: Being the first point of contact for parents dealing with all enquiries I learnt how to understand and effectively communicate to an audience whose culture differed from my own Conducted basic administration tasks such as mail merging letters, filing etc. Invited back to work the 2010 summer program Recommended by my manager to be the office manager in 2011

Through direct service youth programs and highly regarded training programs for adults, Ramapo works on behalf of children who face obstacles to learning, including children with special needs, enabling them to succeed in the classroom, at home, and in life. At the heart of our work is the conviction that all children seek the same things: to learn, feel valued, and experience success. Ramapo helps young people learn to align their behaviors with their aspirations. Our programs include: • Camp Ramapo, a residential summer camp serving children with a range of cognitive disabilities and behavioral challenges, including autism spectrum disorders • Ramapo Training, empowering educators, parents and other youth-service professionals with practical tools to promote positive behaviors and foster environments that support success for all children • Ramapo Retreats, short-term, adventure-based experiences for youth, educators and community-based organizations that give participants a greater appreciation of their own potential, and strategies for successful communication, teamwork and leadership • Staff Assistant Experience, a residential transition-to-independence program for young adults with social, emotional, or learning challenges that helps participants to practice vocational and life skills within an inclusive community For more information about Ramapo for Children, visit our website and follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ramapoforchildren) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/Ramapo4Children).

Opportunities for Otsego is a Community Action Agency that has been actively fighting the "War on Poverty", based on President Lyndon B. Johnson’s ideals, since 1966 in Otsego County, New York. The Agency focuses its attention on specific problems affecting the community, mobilizes resources, and creates solutions to unlock opportunities for low-income individuals and disenfranchised families. Opportunities for Otsego helps alleviate poverty and fosters self-sufficiency through comprehensive and holistic client-centered services.

RUPCO is the region’s leading provider of and advocate for quality, affordable housing and community development programs aimed to provide opportunity and revitalize communities. Since 1981, we've led the region in -- creating and maintaining quality, sustainable housing and rental opportunities, -- inspiring understanding and acceptance of affordable housing initiatives, -- fostering community development and revitalization, and -- providing opportunity to people to improve their living standards. In that time, we've -- established a successful track record as a leader in the creation and improvement of quality, sustainable housing, -- created strong partnerships locally and nationally, and -- maintained a fiscally healthy balance sheet, allowing for flexibility and agility in providing services. Originally named the Rural Ulster Preservation Company, RUPCO now stands for EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. As we continue to grow and evolve, we stay true to our original mission – to lead the creation of better communities for all through our work. Our vision is for strong, vibrant and diverse communities with opportunity and a home for everyone. Join us in service to a shared mission and vision. Explore our site to learn what we do, why it matters, and how you can work with us. We hope you’ll engage with us because everyone benefits when we strengthen homes, communities, and lives.

Your bridge to wellbeing. We support and connect individuals, children, families, and residents with care.