With nearly 300 people, curling, ice skating, fun, and prizes, the City of Good Neighbors came out to support the 2023 Winterval event for Aspire of WNY. A huge thank you to our sponsors: Independent Health, Toshiba, Parkview Health Services, NCAComp, and WB...
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Aspire of WNY’s Spirit of Giving Program Helps Support 175+ People During the 2022 Holiday Season
It goes without saying that the donations, time, effort, and thought given to the individuals supported through Aspire of WNY’s 2022 Spirit of Giving Program have contributed in priceless and infinite ways to families across Erie and Chautauqua counties. In an effort...
Committee of Last Resort is now Helping Hands!
Aspire of WNY's Committee of Last Resort is a small grants program that has supported the needs of individuals with disabilities in the Western NY community for over 20 years. In order to better align this program's format with Aspire's mission, vision and values,...
Aspire Center for Learning Revised Reopening Plans
In preparation for the reopening of Aspire Center for Learning, the Leadership Team of Aspire of WNY has compiled an Education Reopening Plan. Download the plan and related attachments by clicking the links below. Aspire Education Reopening Plan School Reopening Plan...
COVID-19 Vaccine Q & A Webinar
The Developmental Disabilities Alliance of Western New York recently presented a question and answer webinar on the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn from a medical professional, as well as personal experiences from human service staff and advocates. Click here for more...
Temporary Suspension of Programs & Services
Amid changes and restrictions from the New York state "zone" strategy for COVID-19, Aspire of WNY has announced a number of changes to programs and services. Click here to download the latest updates.
Center for Learning Update
Under the guidance of the Erie County Department of Health and the Center for Learning’s Safety Plan, we have determined that our School Aged and On-Site Preschool will transition to remote learning.
Saturday Respite Programs Reopening Safety Plan
Aspire of Western New York has released its Safety and Reopening Plan for Saturday Respite Programs. Access the plan at the link below. Saturday Programs Safety & Reopening Plan
Aspire Reopening Safety Plans
Aspire of Western New York invites you to review the following Safety and Reopening Plans. Free Standing Respite Community Based PreVoc Programs Community Based Supports- Community Habilitation and In-Home Respite (Self-Directed and Traditional), Community...
COVID-19 Resources for Self-Advocates
Here are some great resources made by and for people with developmental disabilities about COVID-19. Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center Click on the underlined words to see the resources: Informational Video on COVID-19 What You Need to Know About...