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9/20/2017
Dear Friends,
The U.S. Senate continues attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with a new measure introduced on September 14th. You may have heard of the "Graham-Cassidy" bill. It's legislation sponsored by U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham (R-S.C.) and U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-L.A.) and seeks to not only repeal and replace the ACA, but implement the most sweeping changes to Medicaid that we've seen yet.
In addition to implementing a per capita cap on Medicaid, the measure proposes to repeal the Medicaid expansion option in the ACA, allows states to operate parts of Medicaid as a block grant, repeal the essential health benefits and funds for the Community First Choice Option and allow states to impose work requirements. The bill also proposes significant provisions that we have not yet seen one which eliminates the entire financing structure for Medicaid. According to the National Health Law Program, the Graham-Cassidy bill would "strike a death blow to Medicaid as we know it".
We understand a vote on the bill may take place as soon as next week, therefore, we're asking you help ensure the Graham-Cassidy legislation does not pass. Please take 2 minutes to send a message to Senator Charles Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillbrand to let them know you oppose the Graham-Cassidy bill. While we know Senators Schumer and Gillibrand also oppose the bill, it's important for both offices to hear from New Yorkers.
Here's what you can do to be part of this important advocacy effort.
Click here to access ANCOR's Action tool. Then, enter your Zip Code and you will see the letter drafted by ANCOR which will go directly to Senator Schumer's Office and Senator Gillbrand's Office.
Enter your name, address, City, State and email address then hit SUBMIT.
Once you've completed these three easy steps, you've become part of an important advocacy effort to stop harmful cuts to Medicaid.
Please share this information with your network of advocates as well as family members and friends.
Dear Friends,
The U.S. Senate continues attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with a new measure introduced on September 14th. You may have heard of the "Graham-Cassidy" bill. It's legislation sponsored by U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham (R-S.C.) and U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-L.A.) and seeks to not only repeal and replace the ACA, but implement the most sweeping changes to Medicaid that we've seen yet.
In addition to implementing a per capita cap on Medicaid, the measure proposes to repeal the Medicaid expansion option in the ACA, allows states to operate parts of Medicaid as a block grant, repeal the essential health benefits and funds for the Community First Choice Option and allow states to impose work requirements. The bill also proposes significant provisions that we have not yet seen one which eliminates the entire financing structure for Medicaid. According to the National Health Law Program, the Graham-Cassidy bill would "strike a death blow to Medicaid as we know it".
We understand a vote on the bill may take place as soon as next week, therefore, we're asking you help ensure the Graham-Cassidy legislation does not pass. Please take 2 minutes to send a message to Senator Charles Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillbrand to let them know you oppose the Graham-Cassidy bill. While we know Senators Schumer and Gillibrand also oppose the bill, it's important for both offices to hear from New Yorkers.
Here's what you can do to be part of this important advocacy effort.
Click here to access ANCOR's Action tool. Then, enter your Zip Code and you will see the letter drafted by ANCOR which will go directly to Senator Schumer's Office and Senator Gillbrand's Office.
Enter your name, address, City, State and email address then hit SUBMIT.
Once you've completed these three easy steps, you've become part of an important advocacy effort to stop harmful cuts to Medicaid.
Please share this information with your network of advocates as well as family members and friends.
Disability Rights New York (DRNY) is the federally and state-authorized Protection and Advocacy System and Client Assistance Program (P&A/CAP) for people with disabilities in New York State.
DRNY provides legal and other advocacy services to advance and protect the rights of people with disabilities and to ensure that they are free from abuse and neglect and unlawful discrimination.
DRNY is required, on an annual basis, to create subject matter priorities for its programs and to solicit comments and suggestions about those priorities from people with disabilities and others throughout the state. Once finalized, these priorities will be a statement of where DRNY will focus its advocacy efforts and resources on behalf of people with disabilities during the next fiscal year. Click here or on the banner above to participate!
DRNY provides legal and other advocacy services to advance and protect the rights of people with disabilities and to ensure that they are free from abuse and neglect and unlawful discrimination.
DRNY is required, on an annual basis, to create subject matter priorities for its programs and to solicit comments and suggestions about those priorities from people with disabilities and others throughout the state. Once finalized, these priorities will be a statement of where DRNY will focus its advocacy efforts and resources on behalf of people with disabilities during the next fiscal year. Click here or on the banner above to participate!
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ON TUESDAY, MARCH 28th HISTORY WAS MADE AFTER MORE THAN 300 DAYS OF ADVOCACY, GOV. CUMOMO MADE AN ANNOUNCEMENT AT THE STATE CAPITOL BULDING IN ALBANY: THE NYS STATE BUDGET WILL INCLUDE $55,000,000 TO ENSURE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS RECIEVE A LIVING WAGE. THIS IS $10,000,000 MORE THAN THE #bFair2DirectCare CAMPAIGN WAS ASKING FOR! EEDA Self-advocates and staff were front and center at this historic event. Self Advocacy President Christine Barker and Frontline Supervisor Shaunice Faines spoke at the same podium as the governor!
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EEDA Self-Advocates and staff, moments before the governor made his historic announcement.
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EEDA is a result of the Advocacy efforts of parents of children with developmental disabilities. Advocacy is speaking up for what you believe in and requires courage, conviction and long term dedication. Today EEDA is comprised of Advocates at every level; staff, parents, self advocates, community partners, all working together to further I/DD awareness and secure the rights of every citizen.
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EEDA SOLAR ADVOCATES
Go Solar with SUNation and we'll donate $500 to EEDA and give YOU a check for $500 at the time of install
SUNation has partnered with EEDA to help eliminate your PSEG bill and lower your carbon footprint - all while donating to a good cause. Go Solar with the SAME DOLLAR you're already spending on your electric bill with ZERO out of pocket, and receive a 30% Federal Tax Credit and 25% State Tax Credit (capped at $5,000).
*Mention code: EEDA and when you go solar, we'll donate $500 to East End Disability Associates and give you a check for $500 at the time of your install.
Go Solar with SUNation and we'll donate $500 to EEDA and give YOU a check for $500 at the time of install
SUNation has partnered with EEDA to help eliminate your PSEG bill and lower your carbon footprint - all while donating to a good cause. Go Solar with the SAME DOLLAR you're already spending on your electric bill with ZERO out of pocket, and receive a 30% Federal Tax Credit and 25% State Tax Credit (capped at $5,000).
*Mention code: EEDA and when you go solar, we'll donate $500 to East End Disability Associates and give you a check for $500 at the time of your install.
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What an incredible day! Thanks to everyone who helped make this year's Surfers Healing a huge success!
Click HERE to see photos from this year's event
Click HERE to see photos from this year's event
NEWS FLASH: EEDA has been awarded the Long Island Award for Agency of the Year from SANYS (The Self-Advocacy Association of New York State, Inc.)
Way to go EEDA!
Click HERE to visit the SANYS site
Way to go EEDA!
Click HERE to visit the SANYS site
Check out the 2016 Gala video on our Media Page HERE
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The EEDA Falcons are taking back the first place trophy this year!! What a season this year has been. We played the Titans this year in the championship game – They have been undefeated for two years and Yes we battled them for a huge win. Our coaches worked really hard this year on bringing the team together to play as one and they accomplished just that!!! Great job coaches- Krystal and Sean! A very big Congrats to all of our players for all of their efforts and hard work, Chris M, Paul D, Steven B, GianCarlo, Matthew S, Hashim, Erin, Jamison, Nick H, Susan , Courtney M, Jamey G, Matthew L and Matt S.
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EEDA on the front page of the Riverhead Times Review in response to the $15 minimum wage proposal and how it would affect us and other agencies.
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EEDA is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides supports and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. EEDA, a grassroots agency, was organized in 1992 by a small group of parents who were active advocates for their children and believed that everyone has the right to fully participate in quality education, medical, habilitation and recreational services. To that end, EEDA secured funding to create programs of excellence that promote life enhancement for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages.
Today, EEDA provides services to over 700 individuals and continues to be managed by the same group of parents who started the organization.
Today, EEDA provides services to over 700 individuals and continues to be managed by the same group of parents who started the organization.
Click the images below to learn more about our services
Medicaid Services
Respite
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Day Habilitation
Self Directed Services
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Children's Services
Employment Services
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Residential Services
Media
Photos by Teri Lamey
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