Thank You 2024 Family Support Fair SPONSORS!

Thank you so much to our 2024 Brooklyn Family Support Fair Sponsors:

Hamaspik HomeCare provides a variety of homecare services in the comfort of the patients’ homes. From modest beginnings in 2001 with a select few individuals, they have grown to accommodate thousands of people in need. From the shores of Long Island to the Catskills Region, Hamaspik HomeCare has garnered an impressive reputation as the homecare agency of choice. Licensed by the NYS Department of Health and accredited by the Joint Commission, Hamaspik HomeCare has become known for its legendary support and extraordinary caring. As a member of NYSHA, they are an integral part of its aim to provide health and human service assistance to all New Yorkers.

EIHAB is dedicated to serving under-served and hard-to-serve communities, increasing public awareness of their needs, and fostering inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. Their vision is for individuals to have quality supports that are meaningful and responsive to their strengths, needs, and choices, enabling them to live as valued members of their communities.

Prime Home Health Services understands the profound impact of receiving care in the comfort and familiarity of one’s own home. Their commitment is to provide top-tier, personalized healthcare that bridges the gap between clinical excellence and genuine compassion. Whether you’re seeking recovery support, chronic illness management, or specialized programs, they’re here to ensure every individual experiences the prime standard of health and well-being.

Register Now for the 2024 Brooklyn Family Support Fair!

The Brooklyn Developmental Disabilities Council is excited to announce the return of our in-person, 31st Annual, Family Support Fair!

The 2024 Brooklyn Family Support Fair provides one-stop shopping for families and professionals looking to learn about services and support for people with I/DD in Brooklyn. In addition to providers, you will be able to meet OPWDD staff, DOE staff, and much more!

Tired of speaking to people through little boxes on your screen, come meet them face to face!

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Registration Details:

Attendance is free for people with I/DD, family members, and professionals (unless you want a table)

Each agency who registers and pays prior to the deadline will secure 1 half table or 1 full table for the event. Agency table setup begins at 8:30am on the day of the event.

*If you would like to be a sponsor to help support the event, please contact the Brooklyn Developmental Disabilities Council Chairperson, Bryan Rothenstein, via email at brothenstein@hhcsny.org*

Bryan Rothenstein: brothenstein@bkddcouncil

Rachelle Kivanosky: rkivanoski@gmail.com

Marjory Antoine: marjory.antoine@birchfamilyservices.org

Marion Resnik: mage922@gmail.com

Christopher Greif: bfssac@yahoo.com

MTA Public Meetings and Hearings on Fare Changes

The Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority (TBTA), doing business as MTA Bridges and Tunnels, will hold four hybrid public hearings to solicit comments on the proposed toll rate schedule for the Central Business District Tolling Program (CDBTP).

The hearings will be held in a hybrid format with options to participate in-person or via Zoom. A livestream will be available on the MTA YouTube channel.

You can register to speak or find more information about these hearings below.

https://new.mta.info/transparency/public-hearings?fbclid=IwAR2MhNnaVkHR9a0ABvGa73eWvz0y4INqj-U0Bkq4XCLkPAp2WFKfLZ6DNi4

NYC to invest $8.8 million in career advancement for New Yorkers with Disabilities; does it include those with I/DD?

NYC Mayor Adams announces HUGE investment into careers for people with disabilities throughout NYC; including a career center, and investments and expansion of pre-existing programs.

Let’s use our voice to ensure the I/DD community is included in this initiative!

Check out the article and let your voice be heard!

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