Learning Disabilities Association of WNY, Inc.

People who come into this building usually come in with a cup of need, Barlow said. They might need one thing when they walk in the door, but the reality is, they probably need a lot of other things. We're full service and whatever needs our community has, either we're going to meet them or we're going to connect them to someone who can. Were proud to be part of this growing community of providers and were excited to see what the future holds for the space at 1021 Broadway! https://buffalonews.com//article_11f9612e-a370-11eb-afb1-1

Renewal and Regeneration Friday, April 30th- Wednesday, June 30 Starlight Studio and Art Gallery is showcasing art works that have been created in the studio and over Zoom from our resident artists over this past year. It is a celebration of the many different artistic voices and talent in our program. The public is welcome to see this exhibit Monday-Friday,... from 9 am 4 pm. Please call 716-842-1525 to schedule a time slot. - https://mailchi.mp/ldaofwny.org/renewal-regeneration-4951417 See more

The LEAD716 Family Support and Advocacy Group is for families of children in Western New York who have been affected by lead poisoning. You are not alone! We hope this group will provide families an opportunity to support one another, ask questions, share experiences and helpful information, and work together to fight childhood lead poisoning.

Join the LEAD716 Family Support and Advocacy Group! If your child has been diagnosed with an elevated blood lead level, you are not alone! This group provides f...amilies an opportunity to support one another, share their experiences and helpful information, as well as find opportunities to fight childhood lead poisoning. See more

Starlight Studio and Art Gallery Artists and Staff will have artwork in this upcoming conference!

Support each other!

We can't wait wait for you to see what Starlight Studio and Art Gallery has in the works!

Reminder: Starting today, Tuesday, April 6, all New Yorkers age 16+ are eligible to schedule and receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Schedule an appointment and #VaccinateNY. https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/

In a letter to the editor at the Times Union, Elizabeth Martin, CEO of Living Resources applauds DSPs for their perseverance during the pandemic. #carenotcuts #DSPsAreEssential #IDDPriority

Deaf Access Services, an affiliate of People Inc.Thanks for all your continued hardwork!

NEW: If you are 50+ years of age, you qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine starting 8am tomorrow, March 23. Check your eligibility and schedule an appointment. #VaccinateNY https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/

It’s been a year! At Starlight Studio we are grateful for the normalcy that has continued through this strange and challenging past year. The normal being our a...bility to support the Starlight artists in their creative pursuits AND keep them safely connected to an artmaking community. Like so many others in society, our way of doing this has primarily been through Zoom. Hurray for that! Lots was accomplished amidst the upheaval! We were able to have our signature fundraiser, Co-Artifact, albeit all virtual. We enjoyed great support from community artists and the Starlight artist, for which we are ever grateful! Throughout the year, we continued to exhibit thematic shows on our website. It was satisfying to have a real exhibit at the Kenan Art Center, which was installed in February. Colorful, sometimes moody, sometimes sublime works by the Starlight artists filled the beautiful House Gallery at the Kenan Center through yesterday, March 21. Looking forward. The vaccination level among the Starlight artists is very high; we are looking forward to more Starlight artists coming back to in-person studio work. We are also happy to announce that we will have an actual show in the Starlight Gallery this Spring. Renewal and Regeneration is scheduled to open on Friday, April 30. The public is welcome to see this exhibit Monday-Friday, from 9 am 4 pm. Please call 716-842-1525 to schedule a time slot. Thirty Starlight artists and staff will have artwork in a Virtual Art Show at the conference for New York State Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation. With Spring in the air we are very much looking forward to our project Magnified Observations: Creating Sanctuary. This project was recently funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature; administered by Arts Services Inc. The Starlight artists will have the opportunity to visit ecologist and artist, Lara Buckley at the Hickory Urban Sanctuary for 12 visits to sketch and learn about urban ecology and environmentalism. Watch for more details about this including the final celebration and exhibit of this project on September 18! See more

Still on the fence regarding the COVID-19 vaccination(s)? The Developmental Disabilities Alliance of WNY put together a great Q&A Webinar to answer the top questions regarding the vaccines that are out there. #COVID19 #vaccinated #vaccines https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4_mz_pO3rk

We need your support! Consider Donating to LDA of WNY and it's programs today! www.ldaofwny.org/donate - https://mailchi.mp/ldaofwny.org/we-need-your-support-4699345

We love this museum and are so sad to hear of its closing. Please support your local cultural organizations as they are what brings life to our communities!

Please review and check back for updates: LDA of WNY is committed to the protection of the health, safety and welfare of all of our employees and individuals that we serve. Given the recent developments around the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, we would like to reassure you that your well-being is of utmost importance to us and that we are actively working on business preparedness and response plans. https://www.ldaofwny.org/covid-19

Did you know: There are lots of ways to support LDA of WNY, but donating helps us continue to provide quality services to the people we support! Go to www.ldaofwny.org/donate to learn more!

LDA is Hiring! - https://mailchi.mp/ldaofwny.org/lda-is-hiring

It's Giving Tuesday! Please consider donating today to support the Learning Disabilities Association of WNY! - https://mailchi.mp/ldaofwny.org/we-need-your-support-4659805

We are so Thankful for you! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours- https://mailchi.mp/ldaofwny.org/we-are-so-thankful-for-you

We need your support! We believe that our community has the power to lift each other up, especially during these trying times. Let’s do just that. Please donate today to help ensure more independent and meaningful lives are lived in WNY. - https://mailchi.mp/ldaofwny/we-need-your-support-4656069

We are hiring! We are looking to grow our team of committed support providers. LDA is seeking those with direct support experience or any experience supporting persons with developmental or learning disabilities to apply. We have an array of different job openings from Group Home Counselors, to Habilitation Specialists working out in the community and Vocational Employment Specialists. We offer a diverse group of staff, competitive pay rates and a comprehensive benefits packa...ge including generous PTO/Sick time off, Health, Dental and Vision insurance. Plus Life insurance, HRA, FSA and more. LDA’s CORE VALUES Compassion Promoting good will and acting with care to enhance quality of life. Flexibility Adapting to new ideas, creating opportunities and supporting freedom of choice. Shared Responsibility Working together to meet expectations and foster growth. https://www.indeedjobs.com/learning-disabilities-a//en_US

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We will be conducting an agency wide email update starting tomorrow, Tuesday, 11/24- Monday, 11/30. Please be patient with us during this time and if you need assistance please call our main office at 716-874-7200. Thank you, as always, for your u derstanding and support!

Join the live stream This Wednesday (10/14/20) from 10-11:30am on the Developmental Disabilities Alliance of WNY Family Committee's Facebook page to hear candidates for the NY State Senate & Assembly and US House of Representatives

Marie and Sherry at the food pantry bagging up food for people in our programs! Thanks for all of your good work, ladies!

Check out our virtual JAWS demo for World Sight Day! Our very own Ray Z will do a virtual JAWS demo on zoom followed by a Q&A for anyone interested in learning... more about screen readers for people who are blind and visually impaired. Click the link below to RSVP http://ow.ly/vEvR50BFLMz See more