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Independence Care System is a NYC Health Home program and nonprofit dedicated to supporting adults with disabilities to live healthy and independently, at home.

 New York, NY
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Joined December 2009
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Hey @GovKathyHochul @AndreaSCousins @CarlHeastie, as a paralyzed individual for 29 years, my FI has kept me independent. Your choice to limit options puts my freedom and life at risk. I refuse to go to a nursing home. #DisabilityRights @ConsDirActionNY
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PLEASE MAKE THE CALL! There is still time to vote NO to one FI! This is one of just a couple issues holding up the final budget, because Assembly and Senate members are hearing from YOU. They don't trust @GovKathyHochul & her misinformation about CDPA.
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South Asian CDPAP Organization turned out today to advocate against @GovKathyHochul's proposal to shut down community based fiscal intermediaries - many of which serve immigrant communities. One single FI CANNOT meet NY's diverse needs!
A group of South Asian businessmen holding a sign that says South Asian CDPAP organization NY

ALT A group of South Asian businessmen holding a sign that says South Asian CDPAP organization NY

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Vote in the Presidential Primary on April 2, 2024. Early mail, absentee ballot, and voter registration form requested deadline is March 23, 2024, and in-person on April 1, 2024. Early Voting is from March 23 to March 30, 2024. For more information visit: on.nyc.gov/3DL8Z16
The background is Blue, Red, and White with white stars, MOPD’s Logo and It reads Get Out the Disability Vote, Presidential Primary Election. Primary on April 2, 2024 Early mail/absentee ballot and voter registration form requested deadline: March 23, 2024 Early mail/absentee ballot requested deadline (in-person): April 1, 2024 Early Voting: March 23, 2024, to March 30, 2024 www.nycvotes.org

ALT The background is Blue, Red, and White with white stars, MOPD’s Logo and It reads Get Out the Disability Vote, Presidential Primary Election.  Primary on April 2, 2024 Early mail/absentee ballot and voter registration form requested deadline: March 23, 2024 Early mail/absentee ballot requested deadline (in-person): April 1, 2024 Early Voting: March 23, 2024, to March 30, 2024 www.nycvotes.org

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The last couple of weeks my office has met with several groups that have shared deep concern about cuts to health homes, home care, schools & more. New Yorkers are suffering and recovering from the worst global pandemic of our lifetime. The proposed cuts must be reversed.
Bernadette Hogan (@bern_hogan) profile pictureBernadette Hogan@bern_hogan2 Mar 2024
New York fiscal experts agree there's more to spend ahead of April 1 budget deadline —> ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/pol…
New York fiscal experts agree there's more to spend ahead of budget deadline

New York fiscal experts agree there's more to spend ahead of budget deadline

NY1's Bernadette Hogan reports.

ny1.com
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CDPAANYS@CDPAANYS15 Sep 2023
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Consumer Resource Center. Please visit and let us help make #CDPA work for you. cdpaanys.org/consumer-resour…
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@CID_NY22 Aug 2023
If you need a COVID-19 vaccine or booster, stop by our Bronx pop up, near Yankee Stadium, during Bronx Vaccine Day this Thursday. We'll be there from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No insurance or appointments needed.
Bronx Vaccine Day Free COVID-19 Vaccinations & Boosters No appointment needed No insurance required Date: Thursday, August 24, 2023 Time: 10AM – 2PM Location: E 161 Street (Gerrard Ave. & River Ave.) outside E 161/Yankee Stadium subway stop. Bronx, NY 10451 FREE! KN95 Masks, Hand Sanitizer For questions please call 212-674-2300 or visit cidny.org/nyconnects Image of NY Connects logo and CIDNY logo

ALT Bronx Vaccine Day Free COVID-19 Vaccinations & Boosters No appointment needed No insurance required Date: Thursday, August 24, 2023 Time: 10AM – 2PM Location: E 161 Street (Gerrard Ave. & River Ave.) outside E 161/Yankee Stadium subway stop. Bronx, NY 10451 FREE! KN95 Masks, Hand Sanitizer For questions please call 212-674-2300 or visit cidny.org/nyconnects Image of NY Connects logo and CIDNY logo

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¡Acompáñenme mañana jueves 10 de agosto en mi primer evento de regreso a la escuela en St. James Park a las 2 p.m.! Como cada año, distribuiremos mochilas a las familias de mi distrito para ayudarles a comenzar el nuevo año escolar con el pie derecho.
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Join me tomorrow Thursday August 10 in my first Back-to-School event at St. James Park at 2PM! Like every year, we will distribute backpacks to families in my district to help them start the new school year the right way!
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@CID_NY24 Jul 2023
Our ADA celebration, during our normal CAN meeting is this Wednesday! We hope you'll join us in celebrating 33 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and discussing our advocacy with special guest speakers. RSVP: tinyurl.com/advocacy4cidny Info: cidny.org/calendar/
CIDNY logo and NYAIL logo. ADA Celebration Topic: Empowering our advocacy in City and State legislations With: (Photos from left to right) Senator Cordell Cleare, Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright, Council Member Linda Lee, Alex Thompson, Advocacy Director of NYAIL and Dr Sharon McLennon Wier, Executive Director of CIDNY Join us in coming together and celebrating 33 years of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) while seeking ways to advocate for people with disabilities and the elderly in local, city and state legislations. What: ADA Celebration When: Wednesday, July 26th, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Where: 1010 Avenue of Americas, Suite 301, New York, NY 10018 You can also join us online via Zoom. Please, RSVP in advance at: www.tinyurl.com/advocacy4cidnyor email Mbacke Thiam at mthiam@cidny.org. For more info, please call 212-674-2300. Cartoon-style image of a group of people standing. One is using a cane, another is using a wheelchair.

ALT CIDNY logo and NYAIL logo. ADA Celebration Topic: Empowering our advocacy in City and State legislations With: (Photos from left to right) Senator Cordell Cleare, Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright, Council Member Linda Lee, Alex Thompson, Advocacy Director of NYAIL and Dr Sharon McLennon Wier, Executive Director of CIDNY Join us in coming together and celebrating 33 years of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) while seeking ways to advocate for people with disabilities and the elderly in local, city and state legislations. What: ADA Celebration When: Wednesday, July 26th, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Where: 1010 Avenue of Americas, Suite 301, New York, NY 10018 You can also join us online via Zoom. Please, RSVP in advance at: www.tinyurl.com/advocacy4cidnyor email Mbacke Thiam at mthiam@cidny.org. For more info, please call 212-674-2300. Cartoon-style image of a group of people standing. One is using a cane, another is using a wheelchair.

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New Yorkers: smoke from Canadian wildfires will continue to impact air quality statewide tomorrow.  Please check air quality levels and take appropriate precautions to stay safe before heading outside.  Masks will continue to be available to the public across the state.
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Turns out I *haven’t* forgotten how to start a story with “BY JOSE MARTINEZ.” Phew! New in @THECITYNY, news on the MTA E-Hail pilot program. ♿️ 🚐 💰 thecity.nyc/2023/6/22/237705…

MTA Expands Paratransit E-Hail Pilot, But Boosts Price and Caps Number of Rides

Access-A-Ride users enjoy the freedom that e-hailing an accessible vehicle brings, but the pilot program’s budget can accommodate only a fraction of those interested.

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Our April satellite office hours are coming up! Join us at @RSS_NY on 4/12 & 4/26 and at @mybronxhouse on 4/13 & 4/20! Providing the best possible constituent services has always been at the core of my work, so I'm excited to make our district team more accessible. See you then!
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“It is time we pay you what you deserve." New York's Attorney General @TishJames recognizes the need to #RaiseUpNY and include #FairPay4HomeCare in the budget. @GovKathyHochul its time for you to recognize the workers who make all other work possible nydailynews.com/news/politic…
AG James joins unions calling for boosting New York’s minimum wage in budget

AG James joins unions calling for boosting New York’s minimum wage in budget

ALBANY — Attorney General Letitia James rallied with union workers Monday to call on Gov. Hochul and lawmakers to include a hefty increase to New York’s minimum wage in the state budget. James joined...

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CDPAANYS@CDPAANYS3 Apr 2023
The 3rd in our "What my PA means to me" series. Featuring @Uselesslegs a CDPA consumer & his long time PA/Attorney @Woldkill You cannot listen to the two of them and not understand that #CDPAisEssential and that we desperately need #FairPay4HomeCare youtu.be/WUsZSqdIC5w
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“We all need somebody to lean on” #fairpay4homecare
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Do you have experience working with older adults and vulnerable populations? Are you passionate about preparedness? Apply to be a Community Engagement Specialist! You'll prepare events and outreach strategies to make sure every New Yorker is a prepared New Yorker.
Text reads: We're hiring! Community Engagement Specialist. We are looking for someone with direct experience in working with older adults, people with disabilities, and understanding of disability-related issues. Responsibilities include: coordinating and executing outreach strategies focused on the topic of emergency preparedness. Organize preparedness events, webinars, and training classes. Develop new and existing partnerships with organizations throughout the five boroughs. Learn more and apply today at NYC.gov/jobs with ID: 536135 or email jobs@oem.nyc.gov

ALT Text reads: We're hiring! Community Engagement Specialist. We are looking for someone with direct experience in working with older adults, people with disabilities, and understanding of disability-related issues. Responsibilities include: coordinating and executing outreach strategies focused on the topic of emergency preparedness. Organize preparedness events, webinars, and training classes. Develop new and existing partnerships with organizations throughout the five boroughs. Learn more and apply today at NYC.gov/jobs with ID: 536135 or email jobs@oem.nyc.gov

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WOW. Senator @NYSenatorRivera gets straight to it: why is @GovKathyHochul's team allowing insurance companies to hoard $$ meant for home care. "Why are we sticking with the MLTCs? Why? Can you tell me that?" (MLTCs= insurance companies!)
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Bundle up NYC! 1-2 inches of cold rain is expected from mid-day Thursday to Friday morning. Minor high tidal flooding is possible at vulnerable shoreline locations Thursday night to Friday afternoon. Wind gusts of up to 40 to 45 mph are likely Friday morning and afternoon.
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Replying to @aiwcampaign @voteshekar @aceprogramsny @CMShekarK @nycdistrict1 @CID_NY @HarveyforNY
24 Hour Live-In also exists outside of NYC, you are inaccurate. The assessment process is a state-wide process. I am lobbying against this bill as a PWD who has had a live-in because it will harm PWD & seniors by Limiting their access to home care hours they had been authorized.
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