Developmental Disabilities Services

Explore the many options and then reach out to discuss your unique circumstances.

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OPWDD Guidance

Start the process of receiving an OPWDD diagnosis – and a lifetime of support – with all the information you need and a friendly guide at your side.

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OPWDD Eligibility and Enrollment

Application and enrollment for a lifetime of OPWDD services

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Support Brokerage

Brokers help you arrange services via Self-Direction

Home and Community Services

Have friendly DSPs (Direct Service Providers) fill your loved one’s schedule with productive and meaningful activities, both at home and around your community.

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Respite

Support, respite for caregivers, and breathing space for families

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Community Habilitation (Com Hab)

One-on-one support to help develop independent living skills within the community

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Intervention Behavioral Services

Short-term intervention for acute behavioral issues

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Self-Direction

Get your OPWDD services through a self-directed budget, managed by our excellent fiscal intermediary service

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Vocational Services

One-on-one skills training and employment support

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Home-based crisis intervention (HBCI)

HBCI support for children facing severe emotional distress

Site-Based Services

Whether it’s a temporary need or a permanent arrangement, our homes provide customized care for every level of independence.

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After-School Programs

After-school respite programs for children who are OPWDD-approved

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Day Habilitation Services

Day programs for adults who are OPWDD-approved

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Habilitative Clinic

Therapeutic and psychiatric services for people with developmental disabilities

Residential Services

Whether it’s a temporary need or a permanent arrangement, our homes provide customized care for every level of independence.

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Group Homes

Supervised, state-of-the-art residences for people who need out-of-home placement

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Family Care

Home placement for people with significant needs

Financial Services

Learn about how you can obtain — and direct — funding for various needs.

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Housing Subsidy

Financial housing support for high-functioning individuals who are living independently

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Benefits and Entitlements

Get help applying for government programs you may be eligible for

Family Support

Get support and inspiration from others in the trenches — and pay it forward by sharing what you’ve learned along your journey.

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Nishmoseini Hotlines

A virtual, anonymous support group — for anyone, anywhere

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Stardust Support Groups

A night out for mothers of children with special needs

Two children smiling and hugging with the text 'Siblings are Special Too' and author Dr. Sora Yaroslawitz.

You're doing all you can — and yet you always feel like you're failing someone.

Watching your other children navigate their sibling’s challenges can leave you feeling sad or helpless. This guide by Dr. Sora Yaroslowitz — a parenting expert, and herself the mother of a child with special needs — gives you tested tools to ease resentment and strengthen siblings' connection.
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‍You’ll discover:
• How to respond when a child asks, “Can’t we just be normal?” (and the exact words to help ease their frustration)
• The common mistake parents make when trying to “make it up” to siblings (and what actually works instead)
• Ways to help siblings move from frustration to empathy (illustrated by a powerful real sibling story)

Get the guide (12 min read)

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