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 participant drew a silhouette (outline) of their body, and
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Crain’s 2021 List of Notable Nonprofit Leaders Features CEO, Steven Vernikoff!
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 highlight a cohort of individuals whose fundraising, volunteer work, program management
Read moreApril is Autism Awareness Month
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. That’s why we’re delighted to share this news clip, featuring a partner that provides employment to individuals with
Read moreWhy Vaccinate?
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 that we will return to
Read moreBlack History Time with Sunset Residence
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. Erica Vassell, Residence Manager, said “We practiced how to present and how to read off their papers,
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