Five years ago, Veronica Martinez and her daughter, Jackie Garcia, were living in a small, crowded apartment in a neighborhood in the Bronx. The Center for Family Support (CFS) advocated for Veronica and Jackie and today their life is vastly improved. “CFS has changed my life,” explained Veronica. “They helped us find a new home
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How to Communicate Effectively with Intellectually Disabled Adults
12 Tips to Communicate Effectively with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Some people with intellectual impairments have trouble comprehending complicated language and revealing their feelings and thoughts orally. While someone with an intellectual disability may have specific thought processes, communication abilities, and learning styles that are different from your own, there are plenty of steps you
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Come join us at our next advocacy meeting!!! Dates: Wednesday May 9, July 11, Sept 12 & Nov 14 Time: 5pm-7pm Location: Hillside Public Library Second Floor Modular Conference Room Address: 155 Lakeville Road New Hyde Park, NY 11040 MUST RSVP to Debra Powers DPOWERS2@CFSNY.ORG Strong Island Voices May 2018 Strong Island Voices July 2018
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The Center for Family Support will be conducting a week long hiring of all Direct Support Professionals, Residence Managers and Registered Nurses. Qualified candidates will be interviewed on the spot for vacant positions. Direct Support Professionals: Community Habilitation positions available (no driver’s license) needed**Group Home (Valid NYS Driver’s license for 1-year group home only) positions
Read moreEverything You Need to Know About Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious cause of death and disability in the United States. Even though statistics indicate TBIs are factors in approximately 30% of all injury-related deaths, many Americans are not aware of the prevalence and impact of these injuries. Review the following most frequently asked questions about TBI to familiarize yourself
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