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.

WIHD is one of the nation's 67 University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs). WIHD works towards a shared vision that foresees a future in which all people, including people with disabilities, participate fully in their communities. Independence, productivity, and community inclusion are key components of this vision. WIHD is uniquely positioned to facilitate the flow of disability-related information between community and university. The Institute works with people with disabilities, vulnerable children, members of their families, state and local government agencies, and community providers on projects that provide training, technical assistance, direct medical and clinical care, research, and information sharing, with a focus on building the capacity of communities to sustain all their citizens. Many issues, such as early intervention, health care, community-based services, inclusive and meaningful education, transition from school to work, employment, housing, assistive technology, and transportation have been directly addressed by the services, research, and training provided by the UCEDD's and WIHD.

Founded in 1957, The Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics, Inc. (IAHD) has been a significant leader and innovator in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD). We are committed to positively impact the lives of people with I/DD and their families. Our focus is to understand and respect each person's unique strengths, qualities and dreams finding ways to support building fulfilled lives. Ultimately, it is our hope that you will join our mission of providing creative, dynamic and responsive service to persons with developmental disabilities and their families by: Reaching out and informing those in need of our services. Advocating for building better futures for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Working with us as a valued employee Supporting us through gifts and donations so that we can continue to provide high quality services.

Founded in 1990, Zufall Health is an award-winning, nonprofit, state-licensed community health center that provides access to high-quality, affordable medical, dental. and behavioral treatment to people and communities who experience barriers to care. Nearly 45,000 patients are served at its headquarters site in Dover as well as offices in Bridgewater, Flemington, Franklin Township, Morristown, Newton, Plainsboro, Somerville, Hackettstown, West Orange, and on its Highlands Health Van and Zufall Health Delta Dental Mobile.

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) is a locally based independent, non-profit, IRS recognized Section 501(C) (3) Community Development Corporation (CDC), whose Mission is dedicated to advancing our communities, and fostering greater opportunities for low and moderate income individuals and families of our service areas, through a combination of health and education programs, and housing and economic development projects. It is the only such organization in Western Connecticut.

Family & Children's Aid (FCA) is a community-based, non-profit agency designed to help support and heal Connecticut's children, adolescents and their families by providing high quality emerging and evidence-based mental health services. FCA believes that seeking help is a sign of strength and that excellent care should be available to individuals and families in all walks of life, whenever needed and without discrimination. FCA’s clinical services reach throughout western Connecticut and include group homes for children and adolescents who have been removed from their home environments by the CT Department of Children and Families, outpatient therapeutic programs, Therapeutic Foster Care program, and in-home and community-based services for children and families who are at-risk for, or are in the midst of crisis. FCA's main campus is located in Danbury, with additional offices in Waterbury, Torrington, New Britain, Shelton, Bridgeport and New Milford to better serve clients throughout western CT.

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

JULIA DYCKMAN ANDRUS MEMORIAL, INC. is a company based out of 1156 North Broadway, Yonkers, New York, United States.

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

St. Christopher's is a safe and nurturing Residential Treatment Center for youth with special needs. We use evidence-based, therapeutic approaches to help children and young women and men, ages 12 to 21, pursue their studies, interests, and passions, move beyond past traumas, and move forward with their lives as happy, healthy, and connected members of their communities. We empower them with the same social-emotional coping skills and strengths we want our own children to have to become their best selves. We do this all and more at our unique and inspired New York campus in North Castle. Learn more about our admissions process by contacting Dr. Annetta Scott at [email protected]. St. Christopher's is also a Children's Health Homes/Care Management Agency. We help families of children and young women and men ages 6 to 21 – who receive benefits through Medicaid and have specific, serious, and/or chronic health conditions – access the healthcare, mental health, and social support services their children need to get well and stay healthy. The comprehensive, better living services our bilingual care managers provide ensure that children and youth get the right care at the right place and time. We also assist families with important issues related to school, employment, housing, respite, access to healthy food, and beyond. Learn more about our enrollment process by contacting Maria Riccobono, Director of Health Homes, at [email protected].

Westhab’s mission is: Building Communities. Changing Lives. We build communities by developing high-quality affordable housing, and we change lives by delivering a broad range of services designed to help people and communities thrive. The sum of our efforts is a comprehensive community development approach that transforms neighborhoods and delivers hope and opportunity to our neighbors who are most in need. Since our founding in 1981, Westhab has built 1,094 affordable housing units, moved 9,149 households from homelessness to affordable housing, placed 8,099 people into employment, and delivered services to over 10,000 homeless and at-risk youth. We invite you to join us and help us deepen our impact as we serve more people in more communities than ever before.