Upstate Cerebral Palsy is NOW Upstate Caring Partners!

RCIL is a civil rights organization offering a wide range of independent living and advocacy services for and — most importantly — with people with disabilities. The basic human right of participating in society as a self-determining individual must extend to all citizens. Each of us has the capacity — and responsibility — to be a proud, contributing member of our society. To support these goals, RCIL helps individuals of all ages and types of disability obtain the community supports and services they need to live independently. Whether this means getting an education, obtaining competitive employment, or living in one's own home, our programs are designed to provide a full spectrum of support and advocacy. RCIL staff also serves the community at large as expert consultants in the areas of barrier-free architectural design, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and disability-related policy issues. With more than 1400 employees providing service in 28 counties in Upstate New York, the Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL) is the largest of 37 independent living centers (ILCs) in the state and one of over 400 nationally. We believe that disability should be seen as a human experience that makes each person unique -- something to be recognized and celebrated, rather than a reason to shun and segregate one another.

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As a Care Coordination Organization (CCO), we connect those with intellectual and developmental disabilities to services, health care, the community, and more. LIFEPlan Care Managers work with service providers to best support individuals in their pursuit of living happy and healthy lives.

Oswego County Opportunities (OCO) inspires partnerships and provides services that empower people, support communities and change lives.

Advocates is a person-centered not for profit organization that empowers individuals with developmental disabilities to direct their own lives and create a vision for their future. Together, we advocate for a future where people with developmental disabilities can fully participate in their home, schools, and communities in a meaningful way. We offer the following services: - Person-Centered Planning - Medicaid Service Coordination / Care Coordination - Brokerage - Fiscal Intermediary Services - Community Habilitation: Self-Hired within Self-Direction Budget - Community Habilitation: Agency Supported Self-Directed - Recreation - Family Training - Family Supports and Services (FSS) - Service Access - Medical Advocacy As an organization, we were started by parents of children with developmental disabilities with the goal of full inclusion for their children. Our goal is to partner with individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, and the community to create opportunities for individuals to lead inclusive lives in our community. We provide advocacy, resources, information and choices to empower individuals and their families. There is no charge for any of our services. - We advocate across the lifespan for people with developmental disabilities and their families. - We assist people with developmental disabilities to direct their own lives and choose their services and supports from many available sources. - We encourage people with developmental disabilities and their families to develop a vision for their future. - We promote the value, potential and full participation of all people in the community. - We believe that all is possible when we join together. Advocates is an Affiliate of Upstate Caring Partners, Inc.

Located today at 1820 Lemoyne Avenue on Syracuse’s North Side, Exceptional Family Resources is now represented by a staff of over 500 employees who provide direct care and office support. Our services have expanded to include 15 programs across 4 departments which continue to provide services to people with developmental disabilities and their families.