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Aiding People With Special Needs
Many people with physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities feel alienated from their communities, complicating an already challenging life. Sometimes, the entire family feels marginalized. We help open the doors to acceptance and inclusion. The … Read more
Community Trusts for Disabled Adults
We offer two trusts that allow concerned parties to provide for the long-term needs on adults with disabilities. The UJA-Federation Community Trust for Disabled Adults is a third-party master trust in which a family member or friend can set up an account … Read more
Jewish Disability Awareness Month
February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month (JDAM). UJA-Federation of New York recognizes the importance of increasing opportunities for all people to feel included in our community. You’ll find numerous resources here related to inclusion program… Read more
Twenty Years After the Americans With Disabilities Act
By John S. Ruskay Twenty years ago this week, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed, ensuring the civil rights of citizens with disabilities. It's remarkable to realize that as recently as 1990, there was no legislative protection for peopl… Read more
Twenty Years After the Americans with Disabilities Act
Dear Colleagues: Twenty years ago this week, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed, ensuring the civil rights of citizens with disabilities. It’s remarkable to realize that as recently as 1990, there was no legislative protection for … Read more
UJA-Federation of New York and the J.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation Award the 2008 Zella Bronfman Award
(New York, NY) — UJA-Federation and the J.E. and Z.B. Butler Foundation presented the annual Zella Bronfman Butler Award to Elise Hahn Felix of Jewish Child Care Association and Patricia L. Grossman of Westchester Jewish Community Services at … Read more