# New York Alliance for Developmental Disabilities

> Igniting Advocacy, Sparking Change


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- [Resources](https://nyadd.net/resources/): Resources Below is a list of advocacy organizations and support services offering information, assistance, and community-based resources.  Getting Started with Services New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Front Door-The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. To begin your […]
- [Newsletter](https://nyadd.net/newsletter/): NYADD-VOCATE Newsletter Each Spring and Fall, dedicated volunteer Susan Sollenberger Havko highlights inspiring stories from NYADD Leads and members for the NYADD-VOCATE Newsletter. Click below to discover the impactful work NYADD leaders are doing in communities across New York! Fall 2025 NYADD-Vocate Newsletter Spring 2025 NYADD-Vocate Newsletter Spring 2024 NYADD-Vocate Newsletter Fall 2023 NYADD-Vocate Newsletter […]
- [State-wide (NY) Connection Point](https://nyadd.net/state-wide-ny-connection-point/): State-wide (NY) Connection Point NYADD’s Facebook group serves as an information exchange and support forum for those who wish to advocate for the rights and well-being of those with Developmental Disabilities and Special Needs. Members include self-advocates, families, friends, teachers, staff, therapists, elected Officials and anyone who feels strongly about supporting those with IDD. Facebook […]
- [Legislative Priorities](https://nyadd.net/legislative-priorities/): Legislative Priorities Shannon Lavigne, Legislative Liaison, along with other Regional leads collaborate with legislators, self-advocates, and family advocates to advance policies to improve their daily lives.   2026 Legislative Priorities Ombudsman Bill A4765/S4871 The Ombudsman bill would strengthen oversight and accountability within disability services. NYADD is advocating for this bill to include a yearly public […]
- [Our Team](https://nyadd.net/our-team/): Our Team
- [Our Vision](https://nyadd.net/our-vision/): Our Vision NYADD Regional Leads advocate for policies that empower family advocates, self-advocates, and those who cannot advocate for themselves to reclaim their seat at the table. 
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- [About](https://nyadd.net/about-2/): About Us The New York Alliance for Developmental Disabilities (NYADD) is a statewide, grassroots, family-led advocacy collective dedicated to uplifting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and the families who love and support them. Rooted in lived experience, NYADD works to amplify family voices, advance equitable policies, and promote meaningful access to services, supports, and inclusive […]
- [Advocacy](https://nyadd.net/advocacy-2/): Advocacy Facebook Elevating family and caregiver voices Expanding housing access and options Promoting self-advocacy and individual rights Strengthening and stabilizing the workforce Supporting people with complex needs Ensuring safety in all care settings Improving quality, transparency, and accountability Expand HES for protection and communication Follow along with our advocacy! Click here…
- [Contact Us](https://nyadd.net/contact-us/): Contact Us Your experiences help shape advocacy and drive change. If you or your family are impacted by developmental disabilities and complex needs, we invite you to share your story with NYADD. Stories from individuals, families, and providers help highlight real challenges, inform policy priorities, and strengthen our efforts to improve services and supports across […]

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