To qualify for services, an individual must possess a diagnosis of a developmental disability as defined by OPWDD. The onset of the disability must occur prior to the age of 22.
Such diagnoses are:
Intellectual Disabilities
Cerebral Palsy
Epilepsy
Neurological Impairment
Learning Disability
Autism
Other Developmental Disabilities
Some individuals who do not meet the above listed diagnoses may still be eligible for Supported Employment services based on ACCES-VR eligibility.
For information on referrals for services and the intake process, contact:
Maris Haynes
518.324.8168 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dorie Millington 518.324.8628 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Get in touch with us
Advocacy and Resource Center
231 New York Road
Plattsburgh, New York
We value the dreams, aspirations and goals of persons with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and their right to a full, productive and responsible role in society.