Every new employee at Springbrook begins their journey with an experience they will not soon forget, a class that challenges perspectives, builds understanding, and teaches the true meaning of empathy. At the heart of this experience is Katie Krause, who has been...
In accordance with the Affordable Care Act, people who do not have access to “affordable” health insurance through their employment may qualify for a premium tax credit to purchase affordable, high-quality coverage on the ACA’s health insurance...
We have an Advocacy Alert this #TakeALookTuesday! The Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act (H.R. 4779) was introduced over the summer by U.S. Representatives Kathleen Rice, and has since been co-sponsored by Rep. Antonio Delgado, who represents the...
It is Presidents Day! Regardless of our personal opinions about them, some presidents have responded to the needs of people with developmental disabilities with action! In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson established The President’s Committee for People with...
We have an advocacy update on this #WellnessWednesday: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill to create the Office of the Chief Disability Officer to advocate for people with disabilities. Kimberly T. Hill was appointed as the state’s first chief disability officer....
Springbrook needs your help on this #WellnessWednesday! Help us convince Governor Hochul to sign the Tuition Parity Bill into law. This bill is especially important because it will allocate additional funding to the GEMS, Golisano, and Kids Unlimited Preschool...
