These Cuts Will Set Us Back

New York State is in a financial crisis due to the coronavirus pandemic. Budget cuts are being made statewide in order to close the deficits the state faces but why should one of our most vulnerable groups bear the burden of this budget crisis. Many non-profit agencies that provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities will see cuts in state funding that will affect their staff, group homes and or residences, and programs that keep these individuals active and engaged in their communities. I am sure this is not just a New York state issue. So, let us bring this alarming subject matter to the forefront and use our platform to bring awareness.

Here is how you can help…

• Go to https://bit.ly/33lkZFn to send the message to the Governor and other representatives demanding that disability services be fully funded. There is a draft, customizable letter and phone script, and the tool automatically pairs the user with their state and federal reps.

• Send the link – https://bit.ly/33lkZFn – to your parents, staff, and other advocates, and ask them to flood the inboxes of their elected officials.

• Share the link on your social media channels.

For more information, check out videos on our Research & Resources page regarding state wide budget cuts & budget cuts for group homes.