OPWDD Support
From evaluations to approval and beyond, we guide your family every step of the way.
Understanding OPWDD
OPWDD, the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities, oversees services for people with developmental disabilities such as autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy. To qualify, the disability must have started before age 22 and significantly affect daily life. Once someone is found eligible, they can access a wide range of long-term supports for children and adults.
A developmental disability that started before age 22 and significantly affects daily life.
What this can open the door to
Depending on eligibility and needs, OPWDD and related programs can open the door to:
Home health aide (HHA) support at home
Therapies such as ABA, speech, occupational, and physical therapy
Care coordination and a personalized Life Plan
Community habilitation to build daily living and social skills
Respite to give families a break
Day programs and employment support
Residential and housing options
Self-direction, giving families more control over services and staff
Family support services
We walk with you, step by step
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One-on-one consultation. A personal conversation, just you and our team.
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We understand your situation. We listen to your family's needs before anything else.
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A care manager who speaks your language. We help you find a care manager who speaks your language and understands your family.
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Evaluations and documents. We help you navigate the required evaluations and gather the necessary documents.
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OPWDD application. We assist you with the application, step by step.
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After approval. We explain your services and help you find available providers of your choice.
Guidance in your language makes a difference.
When your guide speaks your language, it's easier to share what your family really needs, and to understand every step of the OPWDD process. We help in the language you're most comfortable with.