#MemberSpotlight: @Another Step, Inc. Through individualized support and a commitment to choice and independence, Another Step helps people across Rockland and Westchester Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) pursue goals and live meaningful lives in their communities. Thank you for all you do!

New York’s intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) system has made progress, but major challenges remain. Tell your legislators why they must continue to invest in the I/DD community: bit.ly/4gIsz1w #InvestInMe #InvestInUs

A strong intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) service system requires sustained investment. This year, our priorities are: - 3.4% Targeted Inflationary Increase (TII) - Human Services Workforce Investment - Restoring the Health Care Enhancement These steps are crucial to supporting the I/DD community.

For Joleen, disability advocacy is professional and personal. Her work shows what is possible when people with disabilities have the right supports and opportunities. Having experienced ableism firsthand, she advocates so people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are seen and valued. #InvestInUs

📣 It's time to rally! Please join us at the New York State Capitol on November 16 and tell lawmakers to invest in the intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) service system. RSVP here: bit.ly/4hamGvq #InvestInMe #InvestInUs

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide trusted, consistent care that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) rely on daily. When a DSP leaves, the impact is profound. Read more here: nydisabilityadvocates.com/en… newsday.com/opinion/commenta…

💚🌍 Happy World Cerebral Palsy Day! 🌍💚 Join us and @CPStateNY in recognizing people with cerebral palsy across New York, as well as the families, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), and providers who support them in living fulfilling lives. #WorldCerebralPalsyDay

Did you know October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month? NYDA's 300+ member agencies across New York State support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) at every stage of their employment journeys. Meaningful employment creates opportunity, independence, and stronger communities.

Behind every employment success is a network of support. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), provider agencies, and employers help New Yorkers with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) find jobs, build long-term careers, and pursue their goals. Share a success story with us: bit.ly/4y2YAZ1

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month—a time to celebrate people with Down syndrome. They are our neighbors, friends, advocates, and valued members of our communities. Thank you for being YOU! #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth 💛💙

When providers struggle to retain Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) lose the consistency and relationships they depend on. Karen Russell of @NewHope1975 explains in @TimesUnion why @TheRealANCOR workforce data matters. Full text: bit.ly/4xQVExW  timesunion.com/opinion/artic…

As we wrap up another month, we'd like to take a moment to thank our advocates, our essential workers, our providers, and our I/DD community. Tag someone you'd like to thank in the comments below! #ThankYou #IDDCommunity

Quality disability services help individuals with I/DD reach their goals, build stable routines, access health care, connect with friends and family, work, volunteer, participate in their communities, and so much more. This is why a strong, sustained I/DD care system is essential. #IDDCommunity #InvestInUs #InvestInMe

Our network of over 300 provider agencies supports thousands of New Yorkers with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This wouldn't be possible without the dedication of our incredible staff. Thank you for all you do! #IDDCommunity

As we continue developing next year's priorities, we need to hear from YOU! Let us know in the comments below what you think is the most important priority for New York's I/DD care system. #IDDCommunity #InvestInUs #InvestInMe

A big part of looking ahead means asking the right questions. How do we strengthen and support the workforce? How do we sustain services and create new programs? How do we expand choices and opportunities for the I/DD community? Tell us in the comments! #IDDCommunity #InvestInUs #InvestInMe