by centerfor | Nov 26, 2018 | Advocacy, Awareness
Not a label. Not a word. Not a derogatory term you heard. I’m a who. Same as you. Do you have a name? …Me too. I’m a mind. A heart. A personality. I’m an equal part of the overall we. I’m a him or a her. A he or a she. Who am I? I’m simply me. A person. Not a...
by centerfor | May 29, 2018 | Awareness, Life skills
Children with autism can lead happy and fulfilled lives when they have people helping them and teaching them proper life skills along the way. As children become older, it’s important to begin teaching these children how to take care of themselves, essential life...
by centerfor | May 8, 2018 | Awareness, Communication
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...
by centerfor | May 7, 2018 | Awareness
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...
by centerfor | May 1, 2018 | Awareness, Traumatic brain injury
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...
by centerfor | Apr 17, 2018 | Autism, Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that impacts an individual’s capacity to communicate with others. Since more than 3.5 million Americans are living with ASD, the chances are that you know someone with autism whether you are aware of it or...
