Blog - Developmental Disabilities
The Department of Education is holding parent workshops in every borough this week. The workshops will include presentations by guest speakers, a screening of the award wining documentary, “Including Samuel,” raffles and door prizes.
The New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (DDPC) is seeking information from individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and interested others.
Effective July 13, 2010, the New York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD) officially became the New York State Office For People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).
August is here and our thoughts turn to the new school year. We know where our children will be during the day, but what about after 3 PM?
You have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the US Department of Health and Human Services' Administration on Developmental Disabilities!
Does your child have a developmental disability (intellectual disability/mental retardation, autism, cerebral palsy, seizure disorder, or traumatic brain injury)?
Do you work with children and families dealing with these disabilities? RCSN can help you...
If your child is... • between the ages of 5 and 21, • has a developmental disability, and • is not receiving the appropriate educational services... RCSN's experienced education advocate can help your family: • get evaluations • find the just right classroom or school • prepare for and attend meetings, hearings, and mediations
This one-on-one service is free for all Manhattan families of children with developmental disabilities!
The Manhattan Developmental Disabilities Council presented its 21st Annual Legislative Breakfast on Friday March 5th at Barnes & Noble Union Square. With Helene Craner, RCSN Associate Director, as Chair of the Legislative Committee, the event drew over 200 people to discuss current issues with key city, state and federal legislators.
