Advance Care Alliance New York

15/08/2025

Care Managers play an important role in helping people with IDD and their families feel supported through all stages of life!

Learn more about Care Management at https://acany.org/care-management/

Interested in becoming a Care Manager? We are hiring! You can find more information about open positions at https://acany.org/careers/

13/08/2025

Have you watched the new documentary about Dr. Temple Grandin's inspiring life of advocacy?

🎥 Streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+

https://acany.org/temple-grandins-documentary-an-open-door-now-streaming/

10/08/2025

Learn all about Supported Employment in the virtual forum on Thursday, August 14th!

Register at https://acany.org/upcoming-member-and-family-forum/

Can't make the live forum? You can find recordings of past forums and webinars at https://knowledgecenterny.com/additional-resources/information-library/

08/08/2025

Care Managers are a valuable resource and advocate for members and their families. Hear what inspires them and why they’re passionate about what they do!

You can learn more about Care Management at acany.org/care-management

Interested in becoming a Care Manager? We are hiring! Find more information about open positions at acany.org/careers

06/08/2025

Did you know... there are programs designed to help you build skills and get involved in your community? Whether you're interested in education, employment, or volunteering, there may be services available to support your goals!

👉 Explore your options at https://knowledgecenterny.com/employment/ and work with your Care Manager to find what programs are right for you!

📆And learn more about Supported Employment (SEMP) at the upcoming virtual Member and Family Forum on Thursday, August 14th!
Register at https://acany.org/upcoming-member-and-family-forum/

06/08/2025

You might not feel the impact yet, but big cuts to Medicaid are in the new budget bill, and the timeline to implement is on the way.

This isn’t just about numbers in a budget. It means states will have less money for Medicaid programs, fewer people getting the care they need, and fewer families getting the support they rely on to stay afloat. People with disabilities rely on services such as home and community-based services, which are optional for states to fund. States are going to have to face budget choices in the coming years.

People with disabilities and their families are watching closely because these decisions will shape lives for years to come.

Once programs are cut, it’s hard to bring them back. The long-term effect will be felt by millions.

03/08/2025

☀️ Do you have exciting end-of-summer plans? Whether it’s swimming, exploring in nature, catching some rays, or traveling to new places, there is still summer fun to be had! With a little planning, you can make the most of it while staying safe and healthy.

📘 Visit the Knowledge Center to learn how summer might present unique challenges for the IDD community—and discover tips and resources that empower everyone to enjoy summer to the fullest!

You can find helpful information about how to keep yourself and your family safe in every season at https://knowledgecenterny.com/seasonal/ #1747399080270-7f42998c-bbe1

01/08/2025

Mark your calendar for this month's virtual events! Visit https://acany.org/category/events/ to learn more and register!

Self-Advocates Group Meeting:
Wednesday, Aug 13th 4-5pm

Supported Employment Member and Family Forum:
Thursday, Aug 14th 6-7pm

Member Relations Liaisons Drop-In Session:
Thursday, Aug 14th 12-1pm

29/07/2025

The 'r-word' slur is making a comeback, but disability advocates are sharing why renormalizing this type of language reverses progress and hinders inclusion. ACANY and LIFEPlan members explain why it's more than "just a word" in our newest blog post. Read it at https://acany.org/the-return-of-the-r-word-self-advocates-perspectives/

According to recent publications and growing concerns among advocacy groups, the use of the “R” word and other discriminatory language has alarmingly resurfaced in media, entertainment, and everyday conversations.

28/07/2025

Family Support Services (FSS) can be a wonderful resource for families caring for their loved one with a disability at home.

Learn more about FSS at https://knowledgecenterny.com/family-support-services/.

26/07/2025

This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) — a transformative law that continues to shape a more inclusive and accessible world.

At LIFEPlan CCO and ACANY CCO, we honor this milestone by reaffirming our shared mission to Support and empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to live their happiest, healthiest, and most meaningful lives.

The ADA laid the foundation for equity and opportunity. Every day, our care managers build on that legacy — advocating, supporting, and walking alongside the people we serve as they pursue their goals and dreams.
Let’s celebrate progress — and keep pushing for a future where everyone belongs.