Meet Tamiko – an invaluable member of our CFS family who has dedicated over three decades of her life to supporting people. Born and brought up in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Tamiko went to Kean College then began her career in 1994 at the Marlboro Psychiatric Hospital, where she worked for four years. She went
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CFS DSP Alfred Recognized by NY Alliance and RCWT
CFS is proud to announce that Direct Support Professional Alfred Conteh from our Staten Island group homes has won the DSP award with NY Alliance and The Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation (RCWT), a leading New York State resource and support system for individuals with disabilities, their families, advocates, OPWDD-provider agencies, and Support Professionals. Alfred’s
Read moreCFS Magic of Music Presents “We Are Limitless”
“We Are Limitless!” These emphatic words resonated loudly and proudly through GRAFFWERKS studio in Brooklyn as CFS’ Magic of Music group poured their hearts and souls into CFS’ first-ever song and music video! With the help of talented songwriter, Lindsey Wilson, the CFS Magic of Music group embarked on a journey of expression, creativity and
Read moreCFS residents make a splash at the Joann Young Invitational Swim Meet
Our CFS residents never fail to make a positive splash wherever they go! And that’s exactly what our Cary residents, Kristopher and Jack, did at the JoAnn Young Swim Meet on July 15 at the Hillside Swim Club on Staten Island. Both these extraordinary individuals not only competed against some of the best special needs
Read moreStrong Island Voices, Best Buddies, Bikes, and More!
Friendship is just another word for love. And everyone needs more love! One organization that promotes inclusivity and friendship is Best Buddies, a nonprofit dedicated to establishing global volunteer movements that foster one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This May, our passionate staff and
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