Major flooding devastated neighborhoods in Canandaigua in July. One of the hardest hit spots was Happiness House, a nonprofit which offers housing to people with disabilities or those with low-income status. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Residents of Happiness House in Canandaigua remain displaced as work to repair flooding damage September 9, 2023 at 9:00:00 PM https://13wham.com/news/local/residents-of-happiness-house-remain-displaced-as-work-to-repair-flooding-damage-continues?video=258776fdf972474fa0aa7ff0d39badfe Canandaigua N.Y. — Major flooding devastated neighborhoods in Canandaigua in July. One of the hardest hit spots was Happiness House , a nonprofit which offers housing to people with disabilities or those with low-income status. The flash flooding caused about two feet of water and mud to pour into two buildings on the property, destroying a total of 17 units. Promoted Links Hotel Workers Share The Strange Things They Caught Guests Doing Money Awaits Click Here "It was scary, especially when the water started coming in," said resident William Laffler. "We went and put all my towels underneath the door to try and stop the water coming in." Laffler was displaced from his first-floor apartment, and has been staying with his home health aide, Julia Hale. Meantime, Happiness House has been paying for other displaced residents to stay at a Microtel in Geneva, while others went to stay with friends or family. Happiness House CEO Darrell Whitbeck estimates it caused $1.3 to $1.6 million in damages and it could take months to repair. "We have lost two feet of drywall, the flooring had to come out of both buildings. All of the appliances were destroyed," Whitbeck said. "The counters are destroyed throughout the buildings. The amount of mud that was deposited throughout the buildings was significant." As a result, Happiness House has had to terminate the leases of its first-floor tenants, who remain displaced, so they can find more permanent housing. "As we are going into a prolonged period of time, the determination is that individuals should have access to, through their subsidies, an appropriate house, an appropriate living situation for folks, and in order to do that, individuals had to be released from their leases so they could access or engage in appropriate long term settings," Whitbeck said. According to Happiness House leaders, its property management company, Providence Housing, has been working with residents to offer them housing in its other apartment buildings, and several have been placed. Some residents, like Laffler, are still exploring their options. "I don’t know what to do next," he said. "It is just hard, because nobody is prepared for anything like this," Hale explained. "There is a waiting list for anything that is government funded." The Center for Disability Rights is also assisting some displaced residents. They'll be able to reapply to move back in to Happiness House once the repairs are complete, but the nonprofit is still determining how long repairs could take. "We are hopeful that folks will be able to come back who are able to," Whitbeck said. "Some of the apartment complexes have been fantastic in allowing folks to go month-to-month so folks can come back to us." Happiness House has applied for for funding from FEMA and also hopes to receive some assistance in small business loans. Next Previous All News

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Family Support Services (FSS) The following Family Support Grants help an individual with a developmental disability continue to live with their family. All grants listed below are funded by OPWDD. Family Reimbursement This grant offers financial assistance to families. It can be utilized to pay for items directly related to the family member’s disability. Transportation (Project Access) Our transportation grant is utilized to assist families with connecting their loved one with their community. It can be used for recreation outings, visiting other family members, church services, etc. First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Family Support Services, contact us by filling out the form below.

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About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Self-Direction Services (SDS) Available to individuals enrolled in the HCBS waiver who want the freedom to choose supports and services that are right for them. With the assistance of a Fiscal Intermediary and Support Broker, individuals have the flexibility to manage their budget and have control over their funding. As the OPWDD website states, “Self-Direction gives you the chance to make decisions about supports and services that help you to: Enjoy meaningful relationships with family and friends, Experience health and growth, Live in the home and community you choose, and Work, volunteer or do activities you enjoy. Enhancing community integration and social capital is at the core of self-direction.” Fiscal Intermediaries Fiscal Intermediaries provide administrative and billing support to self-directed individuals, including but not limited to completing staff background checks, processing staff payments, billing for Medicaid services, and tracking expenditures. Support Brokers Support Brokers help individuals to exercise their freedom in choosing supports and services. The support broker will request an initial start-up budget, and upon approval, will help to plan and develop a complete Self-Direction budget. They provide ongoing support to individuals by building their Circle of Support team, providing education on services and community resources, training staff, and more. First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Clinical & Therapeutic Services, contact us by filling out the form below.

My name is Susie and I joined Venture PROS (Rochester Rehabilitation) in September of 2019. It took me a lot to admit that I needed more help than I was getting, but I’m so thankful every day that I did. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now In our own words: ‘I am able to use my voice. December 5, 2023 at 10:00:00 PM My name is Susie and I joined Venture PROS (Rochester Rehabilitation) in September of 2019. It took me a lot to admit that I needed more help than I was getting, but I’m so thankful every day that I did. Everyone from the advisors to the office team supported me every step of the way. I think the classes that most benefited me were codependency and assertiveness. I am able to use my voice in ways I have never been able to, speaking up for not only myself but others as well. I was able to become gainfully employed and then got into management at my previous job. At my new job I have made a lot of headway in the company, becoming the leader of my team within the first year there. I am working on lessening the stigma that comes with talking about mental health and creating a more open environment. I’ve even managed to win a few achievement awards! I owe the people at Venture PROS my life. Editor’s Note: It's incredible to see how you found your voice, excelled in your career, and became a champion for mental health awareness. Your achievements are a testament to your strength and determination. Thank you for sharing your journey with us, Susie! Do you or someone you know have a PROS Success Story to share? Contact the editor, Stephanie D. Rodriguez, for more information on how to be featured in the newsletter! Next Previous All News

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Clinical & Therapeutic Services Dental Carriers Medicaid Delta Dental NY Excellus Healthplex Aetna DenteMax United Healthcare Dental The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America Cigna Dental Fidelis Dental MetLife Dental PPO Medical Carriers Medicaid iCircle Care MVP Cigna Fidelis Medicare VNSNY Choice Health Plans United Health Care Aetna MYourCare Health Plan NA Homecare Options, LLC Excellus/Medicaid Advantage Plans The Empire Plan Network Management Niagara Advantage Health Plan, LLC Behavioral Health Carriers Medicaid Value Options Medicare Optum Behavioral Health Fidelis Behavioral Health First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Clinical & Therapeutic Services, contact us by filling out the form below. Each Health Plan carrier may offer several different plans, and CP Rochester may not accept all of these plans. Please contact your carrier to learn if your particular plan is accepted by CP Rochester and whether or not the services you require are covered under your plan. You can obtain an estimate of cost for planned clinical services through CP Rochester, upon request, by contacting the Clinic Office Supervisor. A price estimate will be based on the information received about anticipated services. During the course of treatment, the actual services could change, where the provider finds it necessary to perform additional or fewer procedures, which may impact the cost of the service. Please allow 1-2 business days for us to provide you with the information after receiving your call. Provides one-on-one treatment services for a wide variety of diagnoses and rehabilitation needs for adults with disabilities, including: Developmental Disabilities: Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Muscular Dystrophy, Genetic Conditions Neurological Conditions: Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Dementia Acquired Injuries: Stroke, Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury Pediatric Orthopedic: Torticollis, Idiopathic Toe Walking, Post-surgery Rehabilitation The modern facility at the Winton Road Campus is fully accessible, open, and bright, and is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of the individuals in our care, allowing for private treatment space. The therapists and staff within Clinical and Therapeutic Services are highly-trained, and experienced, and follow an interdisciplinary approach to care; they also coordinate services in conjunction with physicians, other involved providers, and equipment vendors. In addition to the large therapy space and up-to-date equipment, CP Rochester offers an indoor warm water pool which is an ideal therapeutic medium for many physical diagnoses. Questions About Health Care Costs Thank you for your interest in CP Rochester's outpatient clinical services, which includes occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, psychology, psychiatry, and dental services. With the variety of health insurance plans, including newer high deductible and co-pay insurance plans, many individuals and families have questions about their medical expenses. The following is a list of Health Plan Carriers accepted by CP Rochester: Clinical & Therapeutic Aquatic Therapy Behavioral Health Services Family Dental Center Music Therapy Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Speech-Language Therapy

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Behavioral Health Services First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Clinical & Therapeutic Services, contact us by filling out the form below. Behavioral Health Services provides evaluations in competency and cognitive function and the use of proactive treatments for adults with behavioral health needs. Short term or on-going behavioral health support is provided by certified social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists. Clinical & Therapeutic Aquatic Therapy Behavioral Health Services Family Dental Center Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Speech-Language Therapy

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Speech-Language Therapy First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Clinical & Therapeutic Services, contact us by filling out the form below. Speech-Language Pathologists are responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of speech, language and/or swallowing disorders. Speech-language therapy is provided to individuals exhibiting communication disorders primarily in the areas of language (grammar and memory), articulation, voice production, fluency, and aural rehabilitation (hearing). Evaluation and training for the use of augmentative communication (e.g. speech generating devices) are also provided. The primary goal is to enhance functional communication skills. Additional services include evaluation and recommendations for feeding and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). All pathologists in the Speech Department are board certified by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association. Clinical & Therapeutic Aquatic Therapy Behavioral Health Services Family Dental Center Music Therapy Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Speech-Language Therapy

The Ability Partner's Foundation teamed up with CP Rochester as it held its 18th Annual 5K Run on Saturday to take strides for people of all abilities. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Cerebral Palsy Rochester 5K run held to take strides for people of all abilities December 8, 2023 at 5:00:00 PM Rochester, N.Y. — The Ability Partner's Foundation teamed up with CP Rochester as it held its 18th Annual 5K Run on Saturday to take strides for people of all abilities. This year's ambassador will be Zachary Sands, 25, who's a participant in the CP Rochester Day Habilitation Program and a Special Olympics athlete. Zach was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy as a child. His determination has helped him achieve his goals with his participation in the Special Olympics. "It's important to raise the needed funds that we have to get to keep our services going and provide programs to the folks who look to us for help," said the President and CEO of Ability Partners Foundation, Darrell Whitbeck. Promoted Links Stay safe for the holidays SimpliSafe Ability Partners Foundation is a non-profit organization established to raise and generate funds that help to promote, support, and augment the continuation of long-term services for people with disabilities offered through CP Rochester, Happiness House, and Rochester Rehabilitation in the Finger Lakes and Greater Rochester areas. This year's event featured Halloween activities and an open house that followed the run. Next Previous All News

The Ability Partners is taking strides for people of all abilities Oct. 14 as the 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun/1M Walk for Wellness returns to CP Rochester. About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Ability Partners Foundation’s 5K race to benefit CP Rochester, Happiness House, Rochester Rehab December 7, 2023 at 10:00:00 PM ROCHESTER — The Ability Partners Foundation, which includes CP Rochester, Happiness House, and Rochester Rehabilitation, is taking strides for people of all abilities Oct. 14 as the 18th Annual 5K Run for Fun/1M Walk for Wellness returns to CP Rochester. Zachary Sands, 25, will be this year’s run ambassador. A participant in the CP Rochester Day Habilitation Program and a Special Olympics athlete, Zach is known by family and friends as driven, genuine and kind. He adores his friends at CP Rochester and admires and idolizes his staff, who have become mentors. He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and epilepsy as an infant and has hemiparesis, a condition that makes one side of his body smaller and weaker. Despite these physical challenges, Zach pushes to participate in as many sporting events as he can. His determination has helped him achieve his goals both at his program and with his participation in Special Olympics. This year, runners/walkers/strollers will be treated to Halloween activities as well as an agency open house and vendor fair immediately following the run. Participants and volunteers alike are encouraged to come dressed in costume. The certified race begins and ends at CP Rochester’s main campus at 3399 Winton Road South in Henrietta. This family-friendly event also offers a one-mile walk that takes place in the neighborhood adjacent to the race. Online registration closes at noon Oct. 12. Runners, walkers, rollers, and strollers can register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/5KRunforFun . Walk-ups will be allowed the day of the event, but are asked to come at the start of check-in/registration at 8 a.m. For a $30 registration fee, runners will be eligible to compete for top prizes as well as receive a race t-shirt and snacks. Alesco Advisors (gold); Al Sigl Community of Agencies, Benefits Management Inc., Burke Group LLC, Colonial Fire Protection Systems Inc., and Wegmans (bronze); AP Plumbing (patron); and Saul & Abigail Rasnick (friend) are this year’s sponsors. Next Previous All News

About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More About Us Adult Services Children Services Employment News Events Foundation More Donate Now Free Standing Respite *This program is currently closed, please check back for updates on it's reopening. Our site-based Respite Home provides children an opportunity for recreation and socialization with other children in a comfortable home setting, while receiving support from caring and highly-trained staff. We consult with the family to customize care for each individual guest. Respite services allow families and caregivers an opportunity to take a break or address other responsibilities for a few hours up to several days as needed. First name* Last name* Email* Phone What service are you interested in? What can we help you with?* Get In Touch Contact Us Interested in learning more about Clinical & Therapeutic Services, contact us by filling out the form below.

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