The Regional Center for Independent Living empowers people with disabilities to self-advocate and to live independently

Joined November 2010
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14 Jun 2018
Want your local #media to learn how to talk about #disability in a way that's not harmful to the #DisabilityCommunity when it comes to telling stories? Share the Disability Press Guide created by @CDRNYS's #disabilityrights #advocates! bit.ly/2Hxd9yr #HumanRights
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17 Oct 2024
#Disabled people too often experience discrimination from police during times of crises, instead of receiving actual assistance. Having #MentalHealth specialists rather than police responding to 911 calls would significantly help to protect Disabled people from discrimination.
7 Oct 2024
Biden DOJ weighs in on NYC lawsuit aimed at keeping NYPD from mental health responses buff.ly/4gWohTh
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15 Oct 2024
We're halfway through #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth, and we're hiring! #Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply. Visit cdrnys.org/job-listings or give us a call at (585) 546-7510 to learn more.
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13 Oct 2024
We were on @FoxRochester talking about our Trunk or Treat event on October 25! Make sure to register at cdrnys.org/halloween before Friday, October 19! foxrochester.com/news/good-d… #RochesterNY #Halloween2024 #AccessibleEvents

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12 Oct 2024
We're excited to see V.P. @KamalaHarris' dedication to the #Disability community and her understanding of the issues of dignity, independence, and freedom. We look forward to working together with elected officials on future legislation that may come from this commitment.
I took care of my mother when she was sick with cancer—I know that caregiving is about dignity. My plan will allow Medicare to cover in-home health care, which will lower costs and reduce the financial and emotional stress for families across the country.
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RCIL retweeted
Join us for CDR & RCIL’s annual Accessible Trunk or Treat event in the parking lot of Innovative Field! This event is FREE for all! The party begins on October 25 at 5:00 (with the low-sensory experience starting at 4:30). Register now at cdrnys.org/halloween.
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10 Oct 2024
Come celebrate the Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice with us! We're getting together to recognize the accomplishments of everyone who toured across America for #DisabilityFreedom this year. Stop by 497 State St. to learn more (and for free food)!
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10 Oct 2024
Happening today: don't miss our celebration for the #DisabilityCaravan and the #LatonyaReevesFreedomAct! We've got plenty of lunch to share and lots of stories to tell about the Disability Caravan's journey across America. See you at noon! Learn more: thedisabilitycaravan.com/
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9 Oct 2024
Join us at noon tomorrow to celebrate The Disability Caravan's trek across America! There will be plenty of food (including cake!) and information about the Latonya Reeves Freedom Act. See you soon at 497 State St.! Learn more about the Caravan: thedisabilitycaravan.com/
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8 Oct 2024
Describing #CDPAP as just "watching TV" with Disabled relatives ignores the very real impact of being able to rely on trusted loved ones (vs. a relative stranger) for the most intimate parts of a daily routine, like dressing or bathing. We expect better.
First on @CapitalTonight@kaitlynnlisa lands an exclusive with DOH Commissioner on the CDPAP change timeline. Via ⁦@EMPIREREPORTNYspectrumlocalnews.com/nys/ce…
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7 Oct 2024
While we're excited about the updates, we're deeply disappointed that the open house for this was not fully #accessible as advertised, particularly for #WheelchairUsers or #Blind folks. We expect better from @CityRochesterNY for #Rochester's #Disability Community.
Empire State Development and Rochester Mayor Malik Evans today unveiled an updated design concept and next steps to complete the design of the transformational Aqueduct Reimagined project in the city center. Learn more: cityofrochester.gov/aqueduct
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4 Oct 2024
CDR CEO & President, Bruce Darling, called out DOH Commissioner James McDonald during a meeting to discuss CDPAP. Rather than addressing the concerns raised, Commissioner McDonald responds by leaving the meeting. news10.com/video/doh-commiss…
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Be on the lookout for the #Disability Caravan for Freedom and Justice around #Rochester today! If you see this van, ask us about the #LatonyaReevesFreedomAct! #RochesterNY #DisabilityRights #DisabilityCaravan
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3 Oct 2024
The Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice is in #Rochester for one more day! Make sure to follow them on social media for more updates and to see where they travel next. Check their Facebook to see all the places they’ve been so far: bit.ly/3ZIls2a

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2 Oct 2024
The Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice 2024 is in Rochester! The Disability Caravan has been all across the United States advocating for #DisabilityRights and the furthering of legislation that would protect the #Disability community. Learn more: TheDisabilityCaravan.com.
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1 Oct 2024
In case you missed it: Rep. Steve Cohen has filed a discharge petition for HR2708! Want to learn more about the Latonya Reeves Freedom Act? The Caravan for Disability Freedom and Justice 2024 will be in Rochester tomorrow and Thursday! Check their route: bit.ly/4enEv6q
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#NewYorkState "celebrates" #DisabilityRightsEmploymentAwarenessMonth by gutting #CDPAP, a homecare program that employs and serves people with #disabilities. The transition to PPL as the single FI is expected to take effect on April 1, 2025. Read more: ilny.us/press-releases

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CDR has repeatedly expressed our grave concerns about consolidating the program into a single statewide FI. Claiming that this consolidation creates jobs is patently false. We are also concerned about PPL as a potential vendor based on their track record in other states. #CDPAP
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30 Sep 2024
Households in the U.S. will be able to order up to 4 additional nasal swab test kits online. This new round of tests has been developed to detect newer strains in anticipation of a holiday #COVIDー19 surge. Order your new #Covid-19 test kits: bit.ly/4dMmKgH

Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month apnews.com/article/covid-tes…
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29 Sep 2024
Multiple home care agencies have filed lawsuits against New York as @GovKathyHochul continues her attacks against #CDPAP. This comes after @ProtectHomeCare filed a similar claim in state Supreme Court in Albany last month. Read more in @timesunion: bit.ly/4db27tp
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