WERC is a not-for-profit organization that works to advance women’s success in the workplace by building their economic and personal independence. Each year more than 300 program participants receive more than 2,700 services at no cost to them, including: career readiness and computer training, job search and placement assistance, and ongoing supportive services until they find employment. …
Read moreEarly Care and Learning Council (ECLC) is a statewide, not-for-profit membership organization that represents the 35 Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&Rs) programs across New York State. The CCR&Rs are on the front lines, providing direct assistance and support to parents, child care providers, and employers in their communities. ECLC works closely with the Office of Children and Family Services…
Read moreConsumer Directed Choices, Inc. (CDChoices) is a private, nonprofit corporation that acts as a fiscal intermediary providing the payroll and program administration infrastructure to seniors and people with disabilities (Consumers) who self-hire their own Personal Assistant workers through the Medicaid program, Consumer Directed Personal Assistance (CDPA). CDChoices empowers Consumers who receive home care to enjoy greater flexibility and freedom of choice in obtaining services. The organization…
Read moreThe Problem In today’s world, women are juggling their careers, their family’s health and safety, school schedules, daily chores, errands and so much more. They give and give and give — often at the expense of their own health. This is why more women die from heart disease and stroke than any other condition, including…
Read moreEmpowering New Yorkers, Supporting New York NYSID products and services are sourced from NYS non-profit organizations that employ individuals with disabilities in competitive, integrated environments. These community members provide top-quality business solutions, including COVID-19 products, vital sanitizing and other janitorial services, custom apparel, data imaging and mail fulfillment services, and more. In celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in…
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