People With Disabilities

Disability Directory

Learn more about UJA-Federation's network’s programs and services for people with disabilities and find services in the People With Disabilities 2012 Resource Directory (PDF).

Disability Awareness Month

Jewish Disability Awareness Month is February 2012. Learn more about special programming throughout the month.

We're Here For You

Our network of agencies helps families access valuable services.

Autism Family Center

Jewish Community Center in Manhattan

Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center

JCC of the Greater Five Towns

MATAN

Take a look at our full list of resources.

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.

Many People Are Living With Disabilities

  • In New York State, there are close to 1.4 million people ages 5 and older with physical disabilities, and 342,000 people with developmental disabilities.
  • 8,000 Jews in New York are diagnosed with autism.
  • More than 22,000 New Yorkers are responsible for caring for a child or adult with autism.

UJA-Federation’s Response

We provide vital support to beneficiary agencies and grantees that serve children and adults with developmental, behavioral, and physical disabilities.

Last year, our collective impact provided:

  • Support for 8,700 clients with autism and their families, including recreational and social opportunities, respite care, advocacy, and public education.
  • Advocacy to secure $1.25 million in city funding for autism services, including $500,000 for UJA-Federation’s beneficiary agencies
  • The opportunity for 58 synagogues throughout Manhattan, Westchester, and Long Island to take part in the Shabbat of Inclusion, welcoming those with disabilities and their families.

Learn more about our network’s programs and services for people with disabilities and find help. Or consult our People With Disabilities 2012 Resource Directory (PDF).

Your gift does so much for so many.

Every dollar you give counts for people with disabilities.

  • $850 can pay for one week of day camp for a child with disabilities.
  • $500 can pay for 13 sessions of swim instruction for a child with disabilities.
  • $450  can pay for 14 sessions of a social skills group for a child with disabilities.
  • $110 can pay for a six-month inclusion basketball program.
  • $30 for a half-hour session of art therapy.