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.
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OUR MISSION
Dedicated to creating practical solutions and providing innovative supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities on the East End of Long Island. |
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OUR VISION
We envision a world where individuals with disabilities are appreciated and respected in their communities and supported by a highly trained, well compensated workforce where all members are valued by society. |
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OUR VALUES
Our values were developed collaboratively along with our frontline workforce, administrators and our management. |
PROFESSIONALISM
EEDA’s workforce team is dependable, collaborative, knowledgeable and well trained. We are leaders and positive role models, taking our jobs seriously and communicating effectively.
COMPASSION
EEDA’s workforce has the special ability to connect genuinely with others. Our philosophy promotes sensitivity and understanding, and we always put the needs of the people we support above all else.
HONESTY
EEDA’s workforce is straightforward and trustworthy. We admit our mistakes, speak the truth even when it’s unpopular and always do the right thing when nobody is looking.
PRIDE
EEDA’s workforce is mission driven. We put our egos and self-pride aside, performing our jobs with integrity because we believe that our work is important.
CREATIVITY
EEDA’s workforce is talented and imaginative. Our flexibility allows us to think differently and use unique approaches to enhance the lives of the people we support.
GOOD HUMOR
EEDA’s workforce is both good natured and lively. We embrace having fun at work with enthusiasm because we know that laughing at ourselves and with each other helps to keep things in perspective.
RESPECT
EEDA’s workforce promotes mutual understanding and equal regard for all members of the EEDA family. We honor differences in others, recognizing that everyone has something to contribute.
EEDA’s workforce team is dependable, collaborative, knowledgeable and well trained. We are leaders and positive role models, taking our jobs seriously and communicating effectively.
COMPASSION
EEDA’s workforce has the special ability to connect genuinely with others. Our philosophy promotes sensitivity and understanding, and we always put the needs of the people we support above all else.
HONESTY
EEDA’s workforce is straightforward and trustworthy. We admit our mistakes, speak the truth even when it’s unpopular and always do the right thing when nobody is looking.
PRIDE
EEDA’s workforce is mission driven. We put our egos and self-pride aside, performing our jobs with integrity because we believe that our work is important.
CREATIVITY
EEDA’s workforce is talented and imaginative. Our flexibility allows us to think differently and use unique approaches to enhance the lives of the people we support.
GOOD HUMOR
EEDA’s workforce is both good natured and lively. We embrace having fun at work with enthusiasm because we know that laughing at ourselves and with each other helps to keep things in perspective.
RESPECT
EEDA’s workforce promotes mutual understanding and equal regard for all members of the EEDA family. We honor differences in others, recognizing that everyone has something to contribute.
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Use Your Words- Part One
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Use Your Words- Part Two
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Use Your Words- Part Three
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EEDA Administrative Staff
Lisa Meyer Fertal, Executive Director Joy O'Shaughnessy, Associate Executive Director Dara Gary, Chief Financial Officer John Hatton, Director of Program Operations Diane Lagoumis, Director of Self-Direction Services Jerry Kloss, Director of Human Resources |
EEDA Board of Directors
Fredric Weinbaum, MD, President Adrean Northridge, Vice President James W. Martinsen, MD, Treasurer Lynn Burnett, Secretary Diane Arpaia, Director John Aicher, Director |
