Our team is breaking down stereotypes and showcasing the incredible lives of people with autism, Down syndrome, and other disabilities. Join us for the "Kashan Shuffle" and experience the heart and soul of being a direct support professional. #KashanShuffle #Autism #DownSyndrome #CelebratingAllAbilities Nathaniel Logan Open Future Learning National Down Syndrome Society AHRC New York City The Arc of the United States Global Down Syndrome Foundation Disability:IN
YAI
Individual and Family Services
New York, New York 16,286 followers
Seeing beyond disability
About us
Founded in 1957 as the Young Adult Institute, YAI remains at the forefront of an extraordinary movement aimed at empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. YAI’s 4,000 employees provide supportive housing, education, medical, dental, and mental health care, job training, community integration, and social enrichment for more than 20,000 people with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and all other intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New York, northern New Jersey, and California. At YAI, we are driven by our mission of living, loving, working, and learning. This applies not only to the people we support but to our staff as well. Commitment and passion for the work continue to unite employees and drive the organization forward. Empowering the people we support to reach their goals remains at the heart of our organization. Members of the YAI Network include: - YAI - Premier HealthCare - Manhattan Star Academy - National Institute for People with Disabilities of New Jersey (NIPD/NJ) - International Academy of Hope (iHOPE)
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https://linktr.ee/yaihope
External link for YAI
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1957
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220 E 42nd St
8th Floor
New York, New York 10017, US
Employees at YAI
Updates
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YAI’s travel training team led a session called "Effective Curriculum for Tomorrow's Travelers" at the Association of Travel Instruction (ATI) conference in Charlotte! They explored how to prepare individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for successful travel, both virtually and in-person. From navigating crowded streets to problem-solving and coping mechanisms, this workshop provided a comprehensive review of three pre-travel training curriculums designed to empower safe and confident travel on public transit, specifically focusing on New York City. Want to learn more? Head over to yai.org/travel-training to explore YAI's innovative training programs! #ATICharlotte #TravelTraining #Inclusion
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Our HR interns had an unforgettable summer experience! 🎨🍷 Last month, they joined Flatbush residents in Brooklyn for a fun-filled Paint & Sip event. Joseph Matos, MPA, HR Manager, who used to work at Flatbush before joining the HR team, helped facilitate the event. Katherine O. and Luke Alexander had a blast getting to know the residents, learning about their lives, and witnessing the incredible work YAI does for the disability community firsthand. Their enthusiasm and openness were contagious! #YAI #internship #hr #community #inclusion #nonprofit #paintandsip #brooklyn #flatbush #idd #disabilityawareness
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Want to experience Usher's Past Present Future tour in style on September 9? 🎤💃🕺 Enter YAI's Usher Suite Raffle for a 1 in 200 chance to win 10 tickets and private suite access! Thank you to TGI Office Automation and Frank Grasso for sponsoring and donating the private suite 🎁 To enter: 1. Complete the entry form (bit.ly/YAIUsherRaffle) 2. Donate $100 to YAI Raffle tickets are $100 each, and only 200 tickets are available. 🙌 Raffle ends August 23. ⏰ Visit bit.ly/YAIUsherRaffle to learn more! #YAI #UsherRaffle #Sweepstakes #Charity #Concert #NYC #BarclayCenter
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YAI reposted this
July was National Disability Pride Month, and in honor of this awareness month, we had a meaningful conversation with YAI and the creative forces behind the film "Shh, They're Coming," which stars actors with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The conversation enhanced our understanding of the importance of I/DD representation in advertising and media. We share our appreciation to Amy Sigona, CFRE, Christopher Daniels, Ken Reedy and Joshua Adler for their time and wisdom today. You can watch the film on YAI's YouTube channel https://bit.ly/46tHNSq and find other excellent resources, too. Thank you!
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Incredibly honored to represent YAI today at the New York State Executive Mansion with Governor Hochul celebrating the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Disability Pride Month. While we have come a long way, there is more work to do and YAI is committed to seeing beyond disability and is well positioned to continue making an impact to ensure community inclusion is a priority for the I/DD community. #YAIproud
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For over a year, Sheldon called a hospital home, a solitary existence far removed from the life he longed for. He is one of countless people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) trapped in a system that often fails to provide the resources and support they deserve. The lack of appropriate community-based care forces many people with I/DD into hospital settings, depriving them of opportunities to live fulfilling lives within their communities. In June, thanks to a statewide Community Transition Initiative, Sheldon was one of 20 people trapped in a hospital setting that YAI was able to place in a home. Stepping into his new two-person apartment, staff members connected with Sheldon instantly. Their shared Jamaican heritage led to conversations in Patois, a cultural dialect that brought them all closer. “I will never do anything that sends me back to that place,” Sheldon said, referring to his years in the hospital. Today, Sheldon loves cooking his own meals. Gone are the days of strict curfews and confinement in his room. He's still adjusting to having unlimited access to the fridge, the ability to make a cup of coffee whenever he wants, and all the other little freedoms people often take for granted. Countless people with I/DD remain stuck in hospitals or on waitlists, hoping for a home to call their own. Read more about Sheldon and other stories at yai.org/more-than.
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On the 34th anniversary of the American Disability Act (ADA), it's important to acknowledge we've come a long way, but there's still much work to do to promote equal opportunity for people with disabilities. The first step toward equality is acceptance. Here are some highlights from YAI's Central Park Challenge--a day when our community comes together to celebrate people of all abilities. #ADA34 #AmericanDisabilityAct #DisabilityPride #ADAAnniversary
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Have you received your #YAIproud orange bracelet yet? Show your support for people with I/DD and join the movement! Inspired by a challenging event, YAI is taking steps to enhance safety and celebrate our incredible community. From bracelets and ID cards to additional staff training, we're committed to going above and beyond. Let's wear our pride on our sleeves and #SeeBeyondDisability. #DisabilityPrideMonth #IDD #YAIproud
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Join Consuelo Senior, LMSW, CSE, MACM, SIFI, Assistant Director of YAI Knowledge, for "How to Support Friendship, Love, Marriage, and Dating" - a free virtual workshop designed to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build healthy relationships. What you'll learn: - How to develop positive body image, self-esteem, and self-worth - Social skills for building strong friendships - Identifying what kind of friends you want - Understanding intimacy (non-sexual) - Dating basics 101 Date: July 18, 2024 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Register here: https://lnkd.in/eUNtPFBA Don't miss out! #IDD #Relationships #Friendship #Love