Westchester Institute For Human Development

05/04/2026

Need help with OPWDD services? The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Ombudsprogram (IDDO ) is here to provide free and private support.

Contact us:
1-800-762-9290
https://iddony.org/
Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM

We can help you get information, connect with OPWDD’s Front Door, work with your providers, and file complaints if needed.

04/30/2026

Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Brendan Klein, who is being honored tonight at Yes She Can’s *Voices in Autism Leadership Awards*! 🎉

Several CSN staff members will be there to support Brendan and celebrate this incredible achievement.

Brendan, your work truly makes a meaningful impact, and we are so proud to see it recognized in this way—so well deserved!

Learn more about the event:

Let's Honor Autism Awareness Month Together

04/23/2026

We’re getting closer to an incredible evening at our upcoming gala, and tickets are selling fast!
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, connection, and memorable experiences.

📅 Date: May 13, 2026
📍 Location: Scarsdale Golf Club

🎟️ Secure your tickets today before we sell out: https://wihdgala26.givesmart.com

04/16/2026

We are honored to welcome Lucas Hunt as our gala auctioneer for the evening.

Lucas Hunt is the President of HUNT Philanthropy and a celebrated American poet, with published works including IOWA, HAMPTONS, and NEW YORK. Over the past 14 years, he has helped raise hundreds of millions of dollars for distinguished organizations such as St. Jude, Make-A-Wish, the American Cancer Society, and The Museum of African American History. A graduate of the World Wide College of Auctioneering and a certified Benefit Auction Specialist (BAS), he is renowned for his ability to command the room and inspire extraordinary generosity.

04/15/2026

We are sharing an upcoming community event that may be of interest to families. (This is not a WIHD sponsored program)

Concordia Conservatory presents LOVE, an interactive and sensory friendly musical experience designed for neurodiverse individuals of all ages along with their families and caregivers. Through live music movement and storytelling the performance explores emotions in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Saturday May 2 at 10 am
The Reformed Church of Bronxville

Tickets are available through Concordia Conservatory

04/15/2026

WIHD is proud to see Aspiring LeaDDers step into advocacy in such a powerful way by debating, voting, and making their voices heard. Opportunities like this truly bring self-advocacy to life and highlight the importance of inclusion, access, and equal opportunity.

Thank you to Legislator Erika Pierce and all those who helped make this meaningful experience possible. The future is brighter when every voice is heard and valued. 💙

04/09/2026

We are proud to recognize Dr. Susan Fox, President and CEO of the Westchester Institute for Human Development, at our 2026 Spring Gala for her extraordinary leadership.

Since 2016, Dr. Fox has strengthened WIHD’s programs, partnerships, and community impact while championing opportunities for individuals with disabilities and vulnerable children. 💙

04/08/2026

So thrilled to see this recognition, congratulations!! 🎉 Incredible storytelling and impact, and we’re proud to collaborate with such a talented team.

04/07/2026

We are proud to honor Cuddy & Feder LLP with the Community Partner Award, accepted by Amy Natsoulis, Partner. 🌟

For more than 50 years, the firm has combined legal excellence with a deep commitment to the communities it serves. Through its leadership and engagement, Cuddy & Feder continues to strengthen partnerships that advance WIHD’s mission.

03/26/2026

We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Janet Wright and the Northern Star Quilters Guild for their generous and ongoing donations to our Child Welfare Program.

The beautiful, handmade quilts they provide have been shared with the children and families we serve, offering not only comfort but also a meaningful reminder that they are supported by a caring community.

We are truly grateful for this thoughtful contribution and the warmth it brings to so many. Thank you for making a difference!

03/25/2026

We are proud to honor Diane Woolley, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at White Plains Hospital, with the Katherine A. Kelly Service Award.

Through her leadership, White Plains Hospital partnered with WIHD and Ability Beyond to launch Project SEARCH, providing young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with hands-on workplace training and meaningful employment opportunities.

Tickets can be purchased here: https://wihdgala26.givesmart.com