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September 1, 2020July 20, 2022

Center for All Abilities- Chinatown

Do you think it would be FUN to go with other families like yours on a Family Outing? Yeah, Me too! The Center for All Abilities offers Family Support for those with a member who has a disability. Everything you could’ve ever dreamed of is housed within this one organization.

First, let me begin with the youth mentorship program. Adults lead Christian Based discussions on virtues and character-building behaviors. These can be done as a group or one-on-one. Guidance to lead us on the right path to a quality life is always good. Am I right?

Second, there is the popular Blue Hat Vocational Training. Cooking becomes even more of an enriching experience when you do it as a group! Let the teamwork skills begin. We all know how important it is to learn how to work together to get things done. You’ll also learn useful safety skills in the kitchen. In like manner, the cooking process helps you prepare to maybe work in a restaurant one day. Typically this program is for teens and adults. Who knows after joining the program you might even want to open a bakery one day? I just have one request. Please make sure it’s handicap accessible. Wait. Make that two requests. Carry brownies, my absolute fave! Deal?

Of course, the Center for All Abilities also offers therapeutic art and music programs. The beauty of both of these is that a certified trained therapist will meet you at your level of expertise. No pressure or need to worry if you don’t feel you’re that creative. They are there to help. No judgments just good times.

Ultimately the center hopes you’ll choose to become part of their family support programs for those with all sorts of disabilities. I say this because I saved the best for last. They have an Annual Achievement Ceremony! You know the one with the awards and you are beaming all day. That’s right. Every single year they like to celebrate what you and your new friends have accomplished throughout the programs.

YAI Network- Midtown East Headquarters &Various other locations

Manhattan Disability Services-YAI Network

Hey Manhattan Friends, did you know there is an amazing place in town called the YAI Network? No? Me either! I’m so glad I stumbled across them in an Accessibility Meeting one afternoon. YAI specializes in Disability Services for all five boroughs of Manhattan. YAI stands for the Young Adult Institute. Given the fact that their motto is “seeing beyond disability,” I think they might be after my heart! Once I started looking at their website I knew that I must tell you guys about them straightaway.

To begin with, YAI was founded back in 1957 at a small school in Brooklyn. Back then there were only 7 participants now the institute has expanded greatly and has served over 20,000 people with disabilities. Not to mention they have nearly 4000 employees ready to supply the stepping stones for your launch into an independent life. How’s that for a supportive environment?

YAI believes you have the right to live, love, work and learn in our communities just like everyone else. That being said their institute offers a plethora of day and evening programs for those with disabilities. For example, the YAI arts studio on Tuesday nights gives you a chance to flex your creative muscles. In order to help those with Autism brush up on their social skills, there are Social Club meetings. You and I Social Networking is another way to practice engaging with others. By and large, YAI strives to assist you in navigating your own life choices; therefore, they offer Supportive Job Training and Residential Housing Services as well.

https://www.yai.org/locations/manhattan

Although there might seem a lot of information to take in when visiting their website, YAI has a number to call 212.273.6100. Additionally, there are lots of Youtube videos on the site to help explain how enrollment works into the programs. Support is there when you’re ready. YAI Network will make your dreams come true with their Manhattan Disability Services. You’ll be ready to FLY in no time.

Speaking of Youtube-have you subscribed to my channel yet. Get to it. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC58vD3__17Gsqep-E91sGBA?view_as=subscriber

Have you seen our latest news page yet? Check it out here. https://thedisabilityallynyc.com/category/imagine/latest-news/

August 6, 2020July 20, 2022

Birch Family Sevices-Chelsea

Disability Family Services in Manhattan are provided by several organizations. One of which is the long-standing organization, Birch Family Services. Before you were even born Birch Family Services was busy empowering and supporting families who have a member with a disability. Not only that they are there from the onset of diagnosis in early childhood all the way through to age 21. At the present time, I’m only going to talk about their New Frontier and Life Skills Programs.

Eventually, there will come a time when you want to learn skills to be part of the workforce here in good old U S of A. Preparation begins long before that first interview with taking courses at Birch and being a part of their community habilitation sessions. Their New Frontier Program gives you the tools to get hired and stay employed for many years to come.

To take things a step further Birch Family Services has residential services that start at age 18. Can you imagine it? Working and living in a safe place that has adult supervision at all times if you need it. Wow! You better not forget about me when your off living your best life. You know I’m just kidding. I wish you nothing but the best in all you do! The moral of the story is that there is a whole host of people ready to assist you once you’re ready to get out there on your own.

Birch Family Services specializes in Disability Family Services in Manhattan and beyond in New York. Check them out and let them help you and your family today.

https://birchfamilyservices.org/birch-family-services/life-skills-family-support/#

Hey, have seen any of the fantastic series’ on TV about people with Disabilities? Things they are a-changin’ and it’s ALL GOOD! Check them out here and let me know what you think after watching. https://thedisabilityallynyc.com/category/entertainment/tv/

Did you know that Amazon is now offering an all-kids subscription that you can use across all of your devices? It is very inexpensive too. What’s more, you can choose what age you want-which I absolutely love. Age 3-5, 6-8, or 9-12. How’s that? Content curated just for you! click my link and get a free trial and see what you think! .https://amzn.to/3ROfMx1

June 30, 2020June 30, 2020

Transition Programs Manhattan

Manhattan has several Transition Programs that provide the tools you need to learn new skills, look for a job, and live an independent life. Here are a few to get you started.

https://www.visionsvcb.org/

https://www.qsac.com/

https://www.bestbuddies.org/newyork/

https://www.ahrcnyc.org/

https://www.allabilities.org/programs

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