At the Center for Family Support, we want to ensure everyone we support has the tools they need to be strong self-advocates. Self-advocacy essentially means speaking up for yourself and making sure your life is lived how you want.
You can use the links and documents in this Advocacy Center as a starting point in your journey towards self-advocacy. If you have questions or want to learn more, reach out to our Innovative Planning and Advocacy Department at InnovativeTeam@cfsny.org.
Person Centered Resources
Useful Links and Websites
Advocacy News and Information
April Employees of the Month at CFS
The CFS Workforce Committee is excited to announce the April Employees of the Month: Mariska Joy Browne in New York and Luz Valdez in New Jersey. Both individuals represent the…
March Employees of the Month at CFS
The CFS Workforce Committee is excited to announce the March Employees of the Month: Ernesto Franco in New York and Olusola Olawumi in New Jersey. Both individuals represent the best…
CFS Celebrates Women’s History Month
All month long, the Center for Family Support celebrated Women’s History Month by sharing inspirational stories about the women of CFS. And there is a lot for us to celebrate!…
Meet a Few CFS Women Behind the Scenes
All March to celebrate Women’s History Month, we’ve been featuring a few of the amazing women at the forefront of CFS. We met Irene Lowry, who was the visionary pioneer…
Small Steps and a Giant Leap: Yolanda, Kevin, and the CFS Walking Club
Amidst the bustling streets and towering skyscrapers of New York City lie a sundry selection of serene parks and gardens, inhaling the frenzy of the city and breathing new life…
CFS Women Join 100 Hispanic Women 20th Annual Mind, Body, and Spirit Conference
The Center for Family Support is grateful to 100 Hispanic Women for inviting their staff to join them on March 13th at the Glen Island Harbour Club for the 20th…
Questions for Women’s History Month Feature
We’re going to be featuring CFS staff, participants, and our founder, Irene Arnold, on our website and on social media during Women’s History Month. We would like to feature administrative…
Irene Lowy Arnold: A Pioneering Visionary of The Center for Family Support
Since its establishment in 1954, the Center for Family Support has remained at the forefront of pioneering individualized programming and innovations in the support of individuals with intellectual and developmental…
Gabby’s Journey to Confidence and Martial Arts
In an unpredictable world, having the confidence and skills to protect oneself is precious. Gabriella, affectionately known as Gabby, is a shining example of how martial arts can provide physical…
CFS Advocate of the Year 2023: Independent Mother, Proud Disability Advocate, and Hard Worker, Donna
Step into the dynamic world of Donna, where progress is a resounding anthem. Progress takes commitment and resilience, qualities Donna has embodied all her life. A devoted full-time mother to…
CFS Annual Coat Drive: Warmth, Unity, and Community Support
CFS is thrilled that our 2023 Annual Coat Drive was yet another resounding success! We are proud that this year’s coat drive was the seventh successful drive managed by the…
Sable’s Scented Scentsations: Giving Life and Light to Creative Entrepreneurial Ventures
Sable’s Scented Scentsations is a testament to the saying that necessity is the mother of all innovation! Sable is a CFS participant with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who has…
Hillsborough Day Program Halloween
No one does Halloween like our Hillsborough participants! Two dozen different costumes, each unique and fun – just like the individuals themselves. Do you have a favorite?
Meet CFS’ Newest NJ Resident: Barry
Meet Barry. On October 18, 2023, he moved in the Nathan Court Group in Cliffwood, New Jersey. Barry is an avid football fan, mainly Monmouth Township High School and Monmouth…
CFS Announces New Chief Executive Officer: Alicia McGrath
We’re excited to announce that the Center for Family Support will soon have a new Chief Executive Officer, Alicia McGrath. Alicia will begin on December 4th, succeeding Steven Vernikoff who…