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 journalist who happens to go about her day in a wheelchair — a fact that doesn’t, she says, automatically
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What does Autism Awareness mean to Oscar?
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 spectrum (#ASD). Your support helps Oscar and more than 1,500
Read morePresenting Our 2021 ADVOCATE AWARDS!
Congratulations to the amazing advocates who do so much at The Center for Family Support! We are proud of each of them! And now… drumroll, please, we are delighted to announce the 2021 Advocate Awards! Advocate of the Year: Strong Island Voices- TheresaNew Jersey Self Advocacy-JohnnyNYC Self Starters-Kasheena Go Getter Awards: Started his own Virtual Support “Drama Club”- AnatolyiStarted
Read moreHow to Stay Safe: CFS Begins a New Self-Defense Series
Each week, participants from the Bronx and Manhattan gather to learn about safety and self-defense with Hei-Ti of Hei-Ti’s South Shaolin Clan. Six individuals that CFS works with – together with their Direct Service Professionals – participate in each session, discussing awareness and practicing martial arts techniques. In the coming weeks, self-defense classes will expand
Read moreGame On! Commit to a Year of Being Fearless, Dedicated & Empowered! – April Challenge
Ready to Take On the Year? Join Us in 2022 & Commit to a year of being Fearless, Committed, Dedicated & Empowered! Monthly Prize Winners! Grand Prizes Given for Those Who Participate in All 2022 Monthly Challenges! APRIL CHALLENGE IS DAILY WATER INTAKE Please send in a picture or write to us on how you
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