Manhattan DD Council

Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee Meeting
2025-12-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join the Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee for an open conversation and resource sharing! We connect families, caregivers, and providers to keep everyone informed about services, supports, and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. Come learn, ask questions, and stay connected with your community.
Unlock resources that can make a real difference! This meeting will spotlight underused services in Manhattan—like Family Reimbursement, guardianship, clinical evaluations, advocacy, and more—from agencies including AHRC, Sinergia, QSAC, and others. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to access these supports and help families and professionals get the tools they need. Register today!
Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V6tMopOpQe-RAY4rhwjG-g

Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee Meeting
2026-01-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Zoom
Meeting Focus:
Family Reimbursement

Join the Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee for an open conversation and resource-sharing session designed to keep our community informed and connected.
This session will focus on Family Reimbursement and will feature providers discussing how their individual programs are run.
This meeting brings together families, caregivers, and service providers to share information about services, supports, and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. Participants are encouraged to learn, ask questions, and engage in meaningful discussion.

Registration (required):

Please register in advance using the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DuFCpWUWSBaIliNkwiL5iw

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the meeting.
We look forward to your participation and to continuing to strengthen our community through shared knowledge and collaboration.

Manhattan DD Council Meeting
2026-01-27 10:00 - 12:00 | AHRC, 83 Maiden Lane, New York, NY, 10038, United States
Come and hear updates from providers, OPWDD, and New York City DOHMH

Learn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD!

Virtual Meeting Only
(Due to Snowstorm)

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: [REDACTED]
One tap mobile: +19292056099,,97723827673#,,,,*[REDACTED]#

Manhattan Adult Services Showcase
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Manhattan Transition Committee Presents:
Manhattan Adult Services Showcase 2026
Wednesday, February 11
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

What’s Next After High School?
Learn About:
Day Habilitation Programs
Employment Services
OPWDD Services
Support for the Future
Zoom Info:
https://zoom.us/j/96976866485?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 969 7686 6485 / Passcode: [REDACTED]

Featured Organizations:
ACANY • ADAPT Community Network • AHRC NYC • Braverhood • Care Design NY • Center for Family Support • Esperanza Center • Gateway Counseling Center • GHO • Goodwill NYNJ • Job Path • Lifespire • Open the Lid • Pure Vision Arts • Sinergia • Unique Care Community Services • YAI

Sponsored By:
Manhattan DD Council Transition Committee

Questions?
aharris27@schools.nyc.gov

Manhattan DD Council Meeting
2026-02-17 10:00 - 12:00
Come and hear updates from providers, OPWDD, and New York City DOHMH

Learn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD!

Hybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual

In Person:
Birch Family Services
104 West 29th Street, 3rd Floor, NY, NY 10001

Virtual:
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: [REDACTED]
One tap mobile: +19292056099,,97723827673#,,,,*[REDACTED]#

Successful Dental Care
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Manhattan Family Support Services Advisory Council Presents:
Successful Dental Care
Presented by Dr. Holly Shaw

Dr. Shaw will speak on making dental visits more successful and best practices in dental home care for people with I/DD. Many of our families struggle with proper dental care for their loved one with I/DD because of sensory issues, medication side effects and poor oral hygiene.
Dr. Shaw is a dentist and Assistant Professor at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and the sibling of a young adult with autism.

Questions? Contact contact Jackie & Mary
manhattanfamilyadvisory@gmail.com
(917) 796-5407

Meeting Recording

Meeting Resources

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Premier Healthcare
227 East 41st St
Anna Viron – Head Dentist – Manhattan
212-273-6381 – QuestionsAppointments – 212-273-6272
Locations in Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx as well

NYU Dentistry Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities

335 E 24th Street @ 1st Avenue
New York, NY 10010
(212) 998-9988

2026 Five Borough Virtual Legislative Town Hall
2026-03-06 10:00 - 12:00
Save the Date!

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All five of New York City’s Borough Developmental Disabilities Councils have joined together once again to address the NYS Budget for 2026-2027
Sustaining the I/DD Service System Through Challenging Times
We will have several panel discussions on Workforce Recruitment and Retention, Housing & Aging, Health & Equity, and Education/Early Intervention

Translation will be available—additional details to follow

Register Here

Please log in at 9:45AM so we may promptly begin our program at 10:00AM
Sponsored By:
Queens Council on Developmental Disabilities
Manhattan Developmental Disabilities Council
Brooklyn Developmental Disabilities Council
Staten Island Developmental Disabilities Council
Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council

Manhattan DD Council Meeting
2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 12:00
Come and hear updates from providers, OPWDD, and New York City DOHMH

Learn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD!

Hybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual
In Person:
TBD – More Info Coming Soon!

Virtual:
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: [REDACTED]
One tap mobile: +19292056099,,97723827673#,,,,*[REDACTED]#

Guardianship & Future Care Planning
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Zoom
Manhattan Family Support Services Advisory Council & Manhattan Transition Committee
Present:
Guardianship & Future Care Planning
Presented by Stephanie Baran
AHRC New York City Guardianship Coordinator, Staff Attorney

Part 1: Learn Your Options
Wednesday, April 22
10:00am
Zoom
Learn about guardianship & alternatives, including:
Supported Decision-Making
Representative Payee
Health Care Proxy
Power of Attorney

Part 2: Assistance with the Application
Wednesday, April 29
10:00am
In Person: AHRC, 83 Maiden Lane, 11th Floor, NY, NY 10038
Line-by-line help with 17-A guardianship forms

Register Here

Guardianship & Future Care Planning: Part 2
2026-04-29 10:00 - 11:30 | AHRC Maiden Lane, 83 Maiden Lane, 11th Floor, NY, NY, 10038, United States
Manhattan Family Support Services Advisory Council & Manhattan Transition Committee
Present:
Guardianship & Future Care Planning
Presented by Stephanie Baran
AHRC New York City Guardianship Coordinator, Staff Attorney

Part 2: Assistance with the Application
Wednesday, April 29
10:00am
In Person: AHRC, 83 Maiden Lane, 11th Floor, NY, NY 10038
Line-by-line help with 17-A guardianship forms

Register Here

Manhattan Family & Professional Resource Fair 2026 / Feria de recursos familiares y profesionales de Manhattan 2026 / 2026年曼哈顿家庭与专业资源博览会
2026-05-12 09:00 - 14:00 | CUNY Graduate Center, 365 5th Ave., Concourse Level, New York, NY, 10016, United States
RSVP Here / RSVP aquí / 在此回复

Join us for the Manhattan Family & Professional Resource Fair!
¡Únase a nosotros en la Feria de recursos familiares y profesionales de Manhattan!
加入我们参加曼哈顿家庭和专业资源博览会！

When / Cuándo / 什么时候:
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
9:00am – 2:00pm

Where / Dónde / 在哪里:
CUNY Graduate Center
365 5th Ave, Concourse Level, New York, NY 10016

What:

Learn about programs and services
Connect with service provider organizations
Enter a raffle for cash prizes
Enjoy complimentary food

Qué:

Infórmese sobre programas y servicios
Conéctese con organizaciones proveedoras de servicios
Participe en un sorteo para ganar premios en efectivo
Disfrute de comida de cortesía

什么:

了解项目和服务
联系服务提供商
参加抽奖赢取现金奖励
享用免费餐饮

Informational Workshops:

Camp & Recreation Programs: Creating Meaningful Experiences For All – 10:30am
Keep Your Benefits Strong: Medicaid Basics & Recertification Tips – 12:00pm

Hope to see you there! / ¡Esperamos verte allí! / 希望在那里见到你！

RSVP Here / RSVP aquí / 在此回复

Interested in registering a booth?

For questions regarding booth registration, please contact Wendy DeLeon at wdeleon@adaptcommunitynetwork.org.

Manhattan DD Council Meeting
2026-05-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-16 10:00 - 12:00
Come and hear updates from providers, OPWDD, and New York City DOHMH

Learn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD!

Hybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual
In Person:
AHRC NYC
83 Maiden Lane, 11th Floor, NY, NY 10038

Virtual:
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: [REDACTED]
One tap mobile: +19292056099,,97723827673#,,,,*[REDACTED]#

Beyond Day Program: Community Connections for Youth with I/DD
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:30 | CPC One, 45 Suffolk Street, NY, NY, 10002, United States
Beyond Day Program
Community Connections for Youth with I/DD

Learn About:
Recreation, Socialization, Afternoon & Weekend Programs, Community Inclusion, Getaway Trips, And More!

Featuring:
AHRC NYC – Saturday Teens
Esperanza Center – Getaway Trips, After School, Recreation
Lifespire – Agile Afternoon Respite
Center for All Abilities – Arts, Life Skills, Community Classes
CO_LAB – Theater Programs
Sinergia – After School Art Program, Integrated Transition Program
GHO – Weekend Recreation

Virtual:
https://zoom.us/j/96976866485?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 969 7686 6485 / Passcode: [REDACTED]

In Person:

CPC One
45 Suffolk Street, 2nd Floor, NY, NY 10002

We will have space for open discussion and networking for families, school staff, service provider agency representatives and others supporting youth in transition. All are welcome to join!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us:
Andrew Harris, P138M, aharris27@schools.nyc.gov

Pat Liu Chang, GHO, pat@ghoinc.org

Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee Meeting
2026-06-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Understanding Medicaid Requirements & Recertifications

We invite you to join us on Monday, June 23 at 10:00 AM for an informative discussion on Medicaid eligibility, recertifications, and application submissions for members enrolled in CCO and OPWDD services.

We are pleased to welcome guest speakers from the Department of Social Services (DSS), who will provide an overview of Medicaid eligibility requirements and address questions related to the recertification process. The presentation will focus specifically on individuals receiving OPWDD services, including both waiver and non-waiver participants.

This is a great opportunity to gain clarity on Medicaid requirements, stay informed about the recertification process, and have your questions answered by a DSS representative.

We look forward to your participation.

Registration (required):
Please register in advance using the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jE67NMIcTQahtvD3kbv8bA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the meeting.
We look forward to your participation and to continuing to strengthen our community through shared knowledge and collaboration.

Manhattan DD Council Meeting
2026-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | AHRC Maiden Lane, 83 Maiden Lane, 11th Floor, NY, NY, 10038, United States
Manhattan DD Council Meeting
Connect, Learn & Share
September 15 @ 10:00 AM

What’s new with services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Manhattan? Join us to learn more and be part of the conversation!

In Person:
AHRC New York City
83 Maiden Lane, 11th Floor, NY, NY 10038

Virtual:
https://zoom.us/j/98696729952?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 986 9672 9952 / Passcode: [REDACTED]
Join by Phone: 301-715-8592

Our meetings bring together families, service providers, advocates, government agencies, and other community partners to share information and resources and talk about issues affecting people with I/DD.
At our meetings, you can:
📣 Hear updates from OPWDD, NYC government agencies, and service providers
💡 Learn about programs and services for children, adults, and families
📌 Stay informed about policy, system changes, and advocacy efforts
💬 Ask questions about issues important to you
🤝 Connect with professionals and families
📅 Find out about upcoming events and opportunities
Whether you’ve been navigating the I/DD service system for years or you’re just beginning to learn about services, you’re welcome at our meetings.
Join us in person!

Our meetings are a place for dialogue and networking. Attending in person gives you an opportunity to meet other people living and working in the I/DD community, trade resources, and build partnerships.
