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DSP Direct Support Professional of the Year 2024

DSP Recognition Week 2024

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OPWDD Issues Final Report on Managed Care Assessment

OPWDD is pleased to release the Final Report and Recommendations that resulted from the extensive Guidehouse, Inc assessment process.

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People First News, August 2024

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Front Door Video Modules

OPWDD has a new series of Front Door videos that will guide you through the process of establishing eligibility and accessing supports and services.

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2023 Strategic Plan Annual Report

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New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities ...

December 8, 2023

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4:52 PM EST

Learn more about New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Announces National Accreditation for Coarc Direct Support Professionals

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IBR Early Intervention Center Brochure

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IBR Infant Development Research Program Brochure

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IBR George A Jervis Clinic Brochure

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New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities ...

December 1, 2023

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5:06 PM EST

50 Local Participants of The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals E-Badge Academy Recognized

Learn more about New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Announces National Accreditation for Mountain Lake Services’ Direct Support Professionals

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Vibrant Brands, Inc. Selected to Design Statewide DSP Marketing R...

OPWDD has begun their work with Vibrant Brands, Inc. to develop and launch a statewide marketing recruitment campaign to elevate and grow the direct support...

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Commissioner's Message

Managed Care Survey is now open!

November 30, 2023

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10:00 AM EST

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A Thanksgiving Message from Commissioner Neifeld

November 21, 2023

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3:16 PM EST

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The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilit...

November 17, 2023

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2:40 PM EST

Learn more about The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities’ Institute for Basic Research collaborates in a study of rare variants associated with developmental delay and intellectual disability