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Get Outdoors & Get Together on Saturday, June 11

Inclusive and Accessible Day of Family-Friendly Recreation and Fun at State Parks and Public Lands

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Showcasing Innovation During Developmental Disabilities Awareness ...

March 2, 2022 | 3 PM EST

Acting Commissioner Neifeld Sends DDAM Message to Friends and Colleagues.

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American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Federal Funding to Advance Home and Community Based Services

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Proposed Budget Shows Strong Commitment to People With I/DD

February 7, 2022 | 11 AM EST

The Governor’s Executive Fiscal Year 2023 Budget proposal exemplifies her commitment to people with developmental disabilities.

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‘Get Outdoors & Get Together Day’ Celebrations

Governor Hochul announced that ‘Get Outdoors & Get Together Day’ events will be held at 21 select locations across NYS on Saturday, June 11.

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Message from OPWDD Commissioner Neifeld Regarding the Tragedy in...

May 16, 2022

4:55 PM EDT

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Resources Available for Families Amid Infant Formula Shortages

Governor Hochul announced resources for New York families amid nationwide infant formula shortages.

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Family Support Services Brochure

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A Thank You to Nurses As We Begin National Nurses Week

May 6, 2022

12:41 PM EDT

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Opportunity to Learn About OPWDD Self-Direction Efforts and Provi...

May 3, 2022

12:43 PM EDT

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NYSTART/CSIDD Flyer

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April is Autism Acceptance Month

April 1, 2022

3:10 PM EDT

Read Commissioner Neifeld's Autism Awareness Month message.

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Kerri Neifeld Confirmed as OPWDD Commissioner

March 2, 2022

2:44 PM EST

Kerri Neifeld's nomination by Governor Hochul as Commissioner of OPWDD was confirmed by the New York State Senate.

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Showcasing Innovation During Developmental Disabilities Awareness...

March 2, 2022

3:03 PM EST

Acting Commissioner Neifeld Sends DDAM Message to Friends and Colleagues.

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American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

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