by centerfor | May 18, 2021 | Activities
When the world slowed down, we did not. The Center for Family Support is celebrating ONE YEAR of Virtual Supports! On April 1, 2020, the first virtual workshop was held by connecting individuals and staff through ZOOM. Since that day, the Virtual Supports team has...
by centerfor | May 5, 2021 | Spotlight on Success
We are so happy to be celebrating John Vitsas’ birthday – it’s a milestone! On May 3, 2021, John Vitsas, a resident at CFS Port Monmouth, NJ, turned 50, surrounded by friends, cake, and...
by centerfor | Apr 22, 2021 | Activities
EARTH DAY IS THURSDAY APRIL 22, 2021 SHOW US HOW YOU CELEBRATED EARTH DAY! SUMMIT PICTURES TO THE INNOVATIVE TEAM AT: INNOVATIVETEAM@CFSNY.ORG YOUR PICTURES WILL BE SHARED AND FEATURED ON THE NEXT EDITION OF THE NEW DAWN NEWSLETTER. TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE THE WORLD A...
by centerfor | Apr 21, 2021 | Advocacy, Autism
Meet Oscar! He enjoys his jobs – selling dog biscuits, and working at a restaurant. And he likes to hang out with Alessandra from Best Buddies. He receives a housing subsidy and support from the Community Habilitation staff at CFS. And yes, he is on the #autism...
by centerfor | Apr 20, 2021 | Autism, Awareness
This April, in our Poetry Club, we learned all about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): What it is? What does it mean? We learned that people often see us in a different light. The theme was, “If all you see is my disability, you will miss…” Each...
by centerfor | Apr 13, 2021 | News
We are so proud that our CEO, Steven Vernikoff, is on Crain’s 2021 list of Notables in Nonprofits and Philanthropy – a celebration of 57 New York heroes who facilitated or led nonprofit work in the face of the pandemic. In compiling it, Crain’s Custom sought to...
by centerfor | Apr 8, 2021 | Awareness
April is Autism Awareness Month, and CFS is proud to support individuals with autism in leading meaningful and fulfilled lives! This year, the theme for World Autism Day is “Inclusion in the Workplace” particularly for individuals on the autism spectrum....
by centerfor | Mar 31, 2021 | CFS Success Stories
In January 2020, Louis was offered a job at the store, Marshalls, in New York. He had previously interned at Marshalls and was happy to be in a familiar environment. But within a few weeks, cases of Covid19 were popping up across New York. In March, Louis completed...
by centerfor | Mar 22, 2021 | Vaccine
On Wednesday, March 17th, 2021, The Center for Family Support (CFS) successfully hosted its first Vaccine clinic in partnership with PharMerica, the parent company of our pharmacy Chemrx. We originally had 50 slots for staff and Individuals to be vaccinated at the...
by centerfor | Mar 19, 2021 | Advocacy, Awareness
For #Women’s History + Development Disabilities Awareness Month #DDA month, we’re highlighting women who #choosetochallenge. This week, we’re sharing Stella Young’s amazing @TED Talk. CLICK HERE to watch the talk. Stella Young is a comedian and...
by centerfor | Mar 12, 2021 | Covid, Vaccine
WHY VACCINATE? “Simple, I want to do my part to limit the devastating effects this pandemic has had on us all! I want to ensure that if I am exposed to COVID-19, I have extra protection to fight against this deadly virus! Lastly, I want out! I do not believe...
by centerfor | Mar 12, 2021 | News
Sunset Residence hosted “Black History Time with Sunset” on February 2, 2021 via ZOOM to celebrate Black History Month. Jacquera, Melvin, Tameka, Randolph, and Ivette researched and educated the virtual ZOOM group on some extraordinary people they admire....
by centerfor | Mar 8, 2021 | Advocacy
March is an important month marking both Developmental Disabilities Awareness and Women’s History. At CFS, both of these areas come together under the theme “Choose to Challenge” (the theme for International Women’s Day this year.) With#ChooseToChallenge we want to...
by centerfor | Jan 20, 2021 | Events, Fundraising
by centerfor | Dec 17, 2020 | Advocacy
Dear Friend, This is your CFS Family reaching out to you from New Jersey and New York to wish you well. We are sending you blossoms of air kisses and hugs every morning and every night. We want you to know that we are thinking of you. Hope surrounds you. Although this...
by centerfor | Dec 14, 2020 | Spotlight on Success
Any of us having the pleasure of knowing Julio could best describe him as caring, committed, and having a work ethic like no other. When I first met Julio four years ago, I was amazed by him moving furniture, cleaning, and never stopping. I inquired about his job,...
by centerfor | Nov 18, 2020 | Coronavirus resources
Tips for a SAFE Holiday Celebration: BRING & WEAR YOUR MASK SOCIAL DISTANCE FROM ANYONE NOT FROM YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASH YOUR HANDS FOR 20 SECONDS BEFORE YOU HANDLE FOOD HAVE YOUR HAND SANITIZER HANDY & USE FREQUENTLY AVOID CONTACT WITH ANYONE SICK AVOID TOUCHING...
by centerfor | Nov 16, 2020 | Activities
Show Your Creativity and Have Some Fun! Winners will be announced and featured in the upcoming Winter Innovative Newsletter! Please submit all pictures by 1/3/2021 to...
by centerfor | Nov 12, 2020 | Poetry
One Autumn Day One fall morning foliage seen Nature walk part of my life Family land important to me Smelling the brisk morning air Loved ones near by thankful for us Fall is near with leaves crackling Pumpkin spice and sweet potatoes Colorful scenes before...
by centerfor | Oct 30, 2020 | Voting
Congratulations Theresa, Vote 2020 A Poem by the CFS Poetry Club: VOTING… WE DID IT!! For your voice to be heard you must register Feeling confident to make a change. Showing proof of who you are Sign your name on the line. Choosing a party to help you decide...
