AHRC Nassau joined nearly 1,000 #bFair2DirectCare advocates in Albany to rally for an increased wage for direct support professionals (DSPs) on March 25. Our combined efforts, and over a year of ongoing advocacy, resulted in a New York State budget allocation of $80 million or... Read More
On Valentine’s Day, self-advocates from AHRC Nassau traveled into New York City to show the love for direct support professionals (DSPs) at a #bFair2DirectCare rally, advocating for a DSP living wage. Continue Reading Showing the Love: Self-Advocates Share Their #bFair2DirectCare Rally Experiences in NYC Read More
Self-advocate and AHRC Nassau board member Jessica Campbell was recently invited to speak to The Arc New York Board of Governors at their annual meeting in Albany. Below are Jessica’s remarks on the power of natural supports and advocating to lead the life you choose. My...
Hello. My name is Jessica Campbell. I am a member of the Self Advocacy Association of New York State (SANYS) and am gainfully employed at a SANYS, AHRC Nassau as well as the Suffolk Independent Living Organization. I also sit on the Board of Directors... Read More