This month, we celebrate Women’s History Month by honoring the strength, resilience, and achievements of women throughout history and within our own community. 💜 At The Center for Developmental Disabilities, we are proud to recognize the incredible women—leaders, caregivers, advocates, educators, and staff—who help create opportunities, inspire change, and empower the people we support every day.
Together, we continue to uplift one another and build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. ✨
03/10/2026
📚 Reminder for Families:
Please note that Wednesday, March 11 is a Staff Development Day for the Children’s Day Program at the Center for Developmental Disabilities. There will be no school for students on this day as staff participate in professional development and training.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support! 💙
03/10/2026
Last month, the EQUIP Program turned the spotlight on the grocery industry for its "Career of the Month." Participants dove into the sector's diverse roles and employer expectations through a targeted curriculum and a standout presentation by team member Aury. Drawing on his experience at Wild By Nature, Aury provided firsthand insights into daily responsibilities and the essential skills needed to thrive in a grocery environment. By leading the session, he didn't just educate his peers—he also sharpened his own leadership, public speaking, and communication skills. We are incredibly grateful to Aury for his leadership and for sharing his expertise with the group!
03/07/2026
The Children’s Day Program had a wonderful time today with a special performance from Mr. Matt of Turtle Dance Music! 🎶🐢
Students enjoyed an interactive show filled with singing, dancing, and lots of bubbles, bringing smiles and laughter to everyone in the room. It was a fun and engaging experience that had our students moving, grooving, and having a blast! 💃🫧✨
03/06/2026
Happy Employee Appreciation Day to our incredible team! 💙
Today, we celebrate the dedication, compassion, and hard work that each of you brings to the Center every single day. Your commitment to supporting the children and adults we serve makes a meaningful difference in so many lives, and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
As a small token of appreciation, supervisors will be handing out a special gift from Jay today. Thank you for being such an essential part of our community—we appreciate you today and every day! ✨
03/05/2026
📚🎉 This week, the Center for Developmental Disabilities Children’s Day Program celebrated Reading Across America with a fun-filled Dr. Seuss week, enjoying silly outfits, laughter, and a love for reading! 💙✨
03/04/2026
At Career Couture, Stacie dressed for success and left the boutique glowing with confidence! The Career Couture boutique inside the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center offers job seekers the opportunity to acquire business professional clothing for upcoming interviews, free of charge. The fashion consultants, Beth, Nicole, and Evelyn, took their time to learn about Stacie’s personality and fashion preferences. With several new pieces added to her wardrobe, Stacie now feels empowered and ready to ace her next interview.
03/02/2026
📣 We’re Hiring! 📣
The Children’s Day Program at The Center for Developmental Disabilities in Woodbury, NY is looking for passionate Special Education Teachers to join our team!
The Center is excited to welcome our community to Winter Wonderland on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, from 11 AM – 2 PM at our Woodbury Campus!
Enjoy music with a DJ, sleigh rides, snacks, and fun winter activities for all ages. ⛄🎶
📍 72 South Woods Road
💙 All are welcome!
We can’t wait to celebrate a magical winter day with you!
02/23/2026
All Center School (CDP), Day Hab, VSS, and Community Day Hab Programs will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Please stay safe and keep warm! ❄️
02/22/2026
All Center School (CDP), Day Hab, VSS, and Community Day Hab Programs will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026. Please stay safe and keep warm! ❄️
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The Center boasts a rich tradition of over 60 years supporting developmentally disabled children, adults, their families and the community. Government and societal changes present numerous challenges to organizations like ours and compel us to rethink historical models of operation. The Center ushers in an exciting new era focused upon meeting these challenges through excellence, innovation and a renewed dedication to our core mission. Our success integrating historical wisdom and seasoned staff with an infusion of new ideas and personnel uniquely positions the Center to lead the industry through an evolving landscape.
Fiscal stability has enabled the Center to develop three state of the art day programs and commence major upgrades to our residential and school facilities. We are planning two new group homes for students aging out of our children’s residence and an expansion of our vocational and pre-vocational opportunities for children and adults. Strategic program development paired with efficient utilization of resources has resulted in enhanced services to individuals and improved employee compensation packages.
We recently launched our Support with Dignity initiative to enhance opportunities for individuals to live with greater independence within their communities. This initiative embraces three pillars: Respectful Interactions; Promoting Independence; and, fostering Purposeful, Person-Centered Activities. Through a collective commitment to best practices in the field, the Center will advance the hopes and dreams of the individuals we serve.
I welcome you on this journey with us, so please consider becoming a part of the Center’s future.
