News & Events

AHRC NYC’s Residential Services Participates in Conversations for Change

On Thursday, October 24, 2019, the Rivera Fund for Social Policy, in conjunction with the Social Work Department of the College of Staten Island, sponsored a Public Conversation on Employment.

By AHRC New York City|2019-11-20T09:03:02-05:00November 20th, 2019|General Interest|

AHRC New York City and HSBC Begin New Partnership

AHRC NYC and HSBC have entered into a partnership that will create volunteering and other opportunities for HSBC employees, working with AHRC NYC employees, and people supported by AHRC NYC programs.

By Dylan Watton|2019-11-19T15:50:35-05:00November 19th, 2019|General Interest|

AHRC NYC Artists Exhibit at The Other Art Fair

Artists supported through AHRC NYC programs exhibited their artwork in The Other Art Fair, held at the Brooklyn Expo Center in the Greenpoint neighborhood in Brooklyn from November 8th - November 10th.

By Dylan Watton|2019-11-18T10:10:13-05:00November 18th, 2019|General Interest|

Walter Glasco Finds a Place to Call Home

After years of financial struggle, Walter now has a stable home, people who know and care about him, and a neighborhood where he belongs, at AHRC NYC's Parkside Terrace.

By Dylan Watton|2019-11-15T16:36:26-05:00November 15th, 2019|General Interest|

Circle of Support and Person-Centered Planning: Tools for a Good Life

When Samantha Cheung moved into her new home, she was, at first, unhappy, but when the residential staff began to use person-centered planning to support her wishes, she changed her mind.

By Lynn Berman|2019-11-14T12:40:54-05:00November 14th, 2019|General Interest|

CUNY Features AHRC NYC’s Riggio College Program, Willowbrook Legacy and More in New Mini-Documentary

Our partners at CUNY look back at the dark history of Staten Island’s Willowbrook State School, and show how the College of Staten Island has reversed that shameful legacy to now honor people with disabilities.

By AHRC New York City|2019-11-13T10:28:19-05:00November 13th, 2019|General Interest, Videos, Press|

AM New York Features Internship Partnership between AHRC New York City and the Department of Social Services

Partnership for Inclusive Internships, a joint effort between the Department of Social Services (DSS) and AHRC New York City, provides internship opportunities to people with physical disabilities, mental illness, and autism, tailoring to specific needs and skills.

By AHRC New York City|2019-11-06T15:18:14-05:00November 6th, 2019|Press|

Salesforce Presents: Q&A with AHRC NYC on Disability Employment Awareness Month

Salesforce, a company that employs workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities, interviews AHRC New York City's CEO, Marco Damiani and Shauna Lozada, Marketing Director for AHRC NYC’s Employment and Business Services department, discussing workplace accessibility and the positive results that employees with disabilities have gained through employment.

By AHRC New York City|2019-11-01T11:27:37-04:00October 31st, 2019|Press|

Bronx News 12 Features Story about the Artists of AHRC NYC’s ArTech Collective

Bronx News 12 broadcast a story about the artists of AHRC NYC's Artech Collective, who are preparing to display their creative works at The Other Art Fair, the prestigious independent artist showcase, returning for its Fall edition from November 7th through the 11th at the Brooklyn Expo Center.

By AHRC New York City|2019-10-30T10:46:24-04:00October 30th, 2019|Press|

Senator Andrew Gounardes Visits Brooklyn Blue Feather, Provides $25,000 to Improve School Services

New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes visited AHRC NYC’s Brooklyn Blue Feather Elementary School on October 15th, touring the school, meeting students, teachers, staff, and parents, and presenting a check for $25,000 from funding he secured in this year’s state budget.

By Dylan Watton|2019-10-28T09:28:19-04:00October 28th, 2019|General Interest|

AHRC NYC at The Arc’s 2019 National Convention; Dr. Harriet Golden Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

AHRC New York City had a number of presenters at The Arc's National Conference, as well as honoree, Harriet Golden who received the organization's Lifetime Achievement Award.

By Dylan Watton|2019-10-25T13:21:17-04:00October 25th, 2019|General Interest|

Canarsie Courier Article: NYS Senator Andrew Gounardes Visits AHRC NYC’s Brookyln Blue Feather Elementary School

The Canarsie Courier has published an article about New York State Senator Andrew Gounardes's recent visit to AHRC New York City's Brooklyn Blue Feather Elelmentary School, to meet with teachers, students, and parents.

By AHRC New York City|2019-10-23T12:58:17-04:00October 23rd, 2019|Press|

A Pathway to Employment at the US Open

Aiyanna Burris, Markel Cardona-Cruz, Jermaine Larmon, and Tiana Harbour secured seasonal work at the U.S Open through AHRC New York City’s Pathway to Employment program.

By AHRC New York City|2019-10-21T10:03:09-04:00October 21st, 2019|General Interest|

AHRC New York City Partners with Salesforce to Provide Meaningful Work

The Fall 2019 edition of Autism Spectrum News features an article written by Lynn Berman, Media Consultant for AHRC New York City, about a partnership between AHRC New York City and Salesforce that provides meaningful work to adults on the autism spectrum.

By Lynn Berman|2019-10-18T09:41:30-04:00October 18th, 2019|Press|

Friends of Asha Niketan Honors I/DD Advocates

Four honorees were celebrated at the annual Friends of Asha Niketan luncheon in Coney Island.

By Dylan Watton|2019-10-16T14:54:49-04:00October 16th, 2019|General Interest|

Fineson IRA Rocks Around the Clock and Swings to the Sounds of “Grease”

On Saturday, September 21st the staff and residents of AHRC NYC's Fineson IRA bid a fond farewell to summer with an end-of-summer backyard blow-out!

By AHRC New York City|2019-10-18T15:58:24-04:00October 10th, 2019|General Interest|

silive Announces Upcoming Art Exhibition: AHRC NYC MRHEP Student, Joseph DeCandido

The Staten Island Advance has announced an upcoming art exhibition in an article about the artist, Joe DeCandido, a graduate of AHRC NYC’s Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program at the College of Staten Island. His college experience provided opportunities for Joe to make the most of his artistic talents.

By AHRC New York City|2019-10-23T12:41:26-04:00September 30th, 2019|Press|

Marco Damiani Interviewed on Sirius XM’s Doctor Radio

Marco Damiani discusses the history of the NYU Dentistry Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities with host, Amr Moursi, DDS, PhD, during an interview on Sirius XM’s Doctor Radio.

By Dylan Watton|2019-09-30T09:15:04-04:00September 30th, 2019|General Interest|

October 29th Topic: College is Possible

Join us at John Jay College to learn about college opportunities for high school students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and their families

By AHRC New York City|2019-09-23T11:21:28-04:00September 23rd, 2019|Events|

Patch Features Story about Israeli Visit to an AHRC NYC Adult Day Program in Elmhurst

Patch.com has featured an article about a recent international visit to an AHRC NYC program by members of SHEKEL-Inclusion for People with Disabilities, a, I/DD service provider in Israel.

By AHRC New York City|2019-09-18T09:35:30-04:00September 18th, 2019|Press|

eParent.com Features Story about NYU Dentistry’s New Oral Health Center for People With Disabilities

eParent.com has featured an article about NYU College of Dentistry's new Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities.

By AHRC New York City|2019-09-16T12:42:25-04:00September 16th, 2019|Press|

Improving Lives Daily at Bloomberg Apartments

Meet some of the Direct Support Professionals who work to provide quality services to the residents of AHRC NYC’s Mitchell and Susan Bloomberg Apartments.

By Dylan Watton|2019-09-13T11:55:57-04:00September 12th, 2019|General Interest|

AHRC NYC’s Camp Counselors: Building Bonds and Unforgettable Memories

Counselors serve a vital role, creating unforgettable memories each summer with guests of AHRC NYC's upstate camps.

By Dylan Watton|2019-09-10T16:24:53-04:00September 10th, 2019|General Interest|

Finding Hidden Talents with Jon Bunge

Some art teachers ask everyone to do the same project. Jon Bunge finds out what excites the artist and encourages them to make the most of their creativity to express their passion.

By Dylan Watton|2019-09-09T12:55:30-04:00September 9th, 2019|General Interest|

I/DD Organization from Israel Visits Joseph T. Weingold Day Center

On Tuesday, September 3, people supported and staff members at Joseph T. Weingold Day Center in Elmhurst, Queens, said “Shalom!” to Shekel, a service provider for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Israel.

By Dylan Watton|2019-09-06T11:33:21-04:00September 6th, 2019|General Interest|

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