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Hope everyone’s staying warm and safe! 💙 For the most up-to-date information on YAI program closures, please check this page: yai.org/closures.

Big day for transportation equity and our partner, Waymo! 👏

This story from @The74Million highlights what education can look like when students with brain injuries or other brain-based disorders are fully supported. Find out what's possible: bit.ly/4alyOGQ @Jo_Napolitano

Your gift helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build skills, confidence, and independence in everyday life. This year-end, be the reason someone thrives. Give today at yai.org/give2025 🎁 #YAI #EndOfYearGiving #Give2025 #Donation #Disability

Time’s almost up! ⏳ Help us make the most of these last Giving Tuesday hours and support the programs that change lives every day. 🧡 🔗 yai.org/give2025 #YAI #GivingTuesday #Donate #Disability

We’re rallying today with hundreds of advocates to encourage NYS to enact our CareForce Affordability Agenda and financial protections to meet the needs of the DSPs who care for people with I/DD. #InvestInMe #InvestInUs

Thank you to @19thnews and @slooterman for featuring YAI in your coverage of how SNAP funding instability affects people with disabilities. No one should experience food insecurity. 🔗 19thnews.org/2025/11/snap-f… #DisabilityAwareness #The19th #YAI

Today, we honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of all veterans. Your commitment reminds us what it means to serve with purpose 🇺🇸✨ #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #YAI

July is Disability Pride Month — a time to honor the experiences, talents, and identities of people with disabilities. At YAI, we’re proud to stand alongside the people we support as they lead meaningful, self-directed lives. 💙 #DisabilityPrideMonth #YAI #SeeingBeyondDisability

It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of our CEO, Kevin Carey, following a courageous battle with cancer. Kevin was more than a chief executive; he was a passionate advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and a beloved, dear friend to so many in the YAI community. Since joining YAI in 2016, Kevin’s dedication, compassion, and vision helped shape a stronger, more inclusive future for the people we support. “Kevin was an extraordinary leader, inspiring us all with his unwavering commitment to YAI in building a far better world” said Jeffery Mordos, Chair of YAI’s Board of Trustees. “He will be sorely missed but his legacy will live on through the many lives he touched.” Our thoughts are with Kevin’s family, friends, and everyone at YAI. Read our full statement here - yai.org/news-stories/p….

Join our team of passionate professionals! If you're committed to helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities thrive, we want to connect with you. Apply today and learn more at yai.org/careers 🔗 #YAI #NowHiring

We were proud to have @billritter7 back as our Central Park Challenge emcee! Hear why this day means so much to him — and to all of us at YAI 💙 #CentralParkChallenge #YAI #InclusionMatters

Thrilled to have @GeraldoRivera, legendary journalist & advocate, as our keynote speaker for the Central Park Challenge on May 31! His exposé on Willowbrook sparked change for #inclusion & justice. 🌟 🔗 Learn more and join us at CentralParkChallenge.org!

YAI's email tool is a quick and easy way for you to immediately email your Senators to demand that they oppose any and all Medicaid cuts which threaten services for people with disabilities. yai.org/get-involved/a…

The US House just passed major cuts to Medicaid which will hurt services for people with disabilities. We cannot allow the Senate to do the same. There is no Medicaid cut that protects people with disabilities - please take 5 minutes to voice your opposition to Medicaid cuts.

Huge congrats to YAI's own Judith-Bailey Hung for being recognized as a City & State Nonprofit Trailblazer! 🎉 We celebrate all the distinguished honorees. Learn more about YAI: yai.org. #SeeingBeyondDisability

YAI is proud this important story highlights the vital work of Direct Support Professionals like Monifa. DSPs are the heart of our field and they deserve the support to match. 💪❤️ Read more via @amNewYork: bit.ly/4kkTYXq

Tell Congress NO to any Medicaid cuts. Congress is debating cuts right now! Join YAI in voicing your opposition: yai.org/advocacy. #HandsOffMedicaid #SaveMedicaid

Tell your Congressmember there is not a single acceptable cut to Medicaid - ancor.org/actions/house-….

Grateful to see support from Congressmembers representing YAI programs. But let's be clear: any #MedicaidCuts will harm people with disabilites. States can't absorb these costs. We must oppose all Medicaid cuts - lives depend on it. #ProtectMedicaid