May 10, 2021
CP State News
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CP Annual Conference is back in person!
We’re back, baby!
Join us in-person on October 25-27 for this year’s Annual Conference at the Saratoga Hilton Hotel in Saratoga Springs!
We’re offering workshops, educational sessions, and meetings on issues important to people with disabilities, their families and the people and organizations that provide supports and services. There will also be a chance to honor, recognize and thank staff, individuals, and organizations for their contributions to the field of developmental disabilities.
Of course, health and safety protocols will be in place at the venue (click here for more information) and some virtual sessions will also be offered that week.
Stay tuned for more information!
In the meantime, if you have any questions please contact Cheryl Bradway at cbradway@cpstate.org.
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CP State never stops advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities!
To ensure that all students are treated equally, we're asking you to use our one-click tool to urge the Governor to fund 853 schools and 4410 programs on par with public schools.
Hit the link below 👇 and visit our Advocacy Page to support our other campaigns.
Urge the Governor to fairly fund Special Education!

The Special Education community's fiscal stability is threatened by the historic lack of funding and an archaic reimbursement methodology. These essential schools can only continue their obvious commitment to our children with the State's support.

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As always, please share these links with your staff, families, self-advocates and other supporters. Also, please share the following images on your social media platforms and use the hashtag #OurFoundationAid to support this advocacy campaign.
If you need assistance with graphics, the advocacy tool, or other support, don't hesitate to contact Bill DeVoe at wdevoe@cpstate.org.
Thank you!
OPWDD amends occupancy adjustment calculations
OPWDD has recently adopted a regulation amending 14 NYCRR 641-1, 635-4.4 and 635-10.4.  The amendments amend the calculations of the occupancy adjustment for Individualized Residential Alternatives and to conform OPWDD regulations on waiver services to the approved waiver agreement with the Federal Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). This regulation will conform OPWDD regulations and be in compliance with approved CMS waivers and State Plan Amendments. 
CP State HR Conference is back
Early registration deadline is only a month away!

CP State is proud to announce the return of the 4th Annual Human Resources Professionals Conference for the Disability Provider Community on September 14-15, 2021 at our traditional location, the Embassy Suites!
This two-day conference will feature HR subject matter experts who will discuss trending topics ranging from cultural diversity to recruiting in the current employment market. Rich Landau, a principal with Jackson Lewis, will join us once again as the Opening Session Speaker. A dynamic presenter, Rich has a wealth of practical knowledge about current labor and employment law practice. These information-packed sessions will also provide informal time to catch up with peers.
Register now and take advantage of the Early Registration Fee option!
Early Registration deadline is June 10.
Final Registration deadline is September 6.
Survey: Understanding mental health in the time of COVID
Benjamin Margolis MD (Access: Supports for Living in New York) and Jessi Solomon Sanders, MD (University of Colorado in Denver), along with the AADMD COVID-19 Workgroup team in collaboration with the American Academy of Neurology’s Section on Adults with I/DD and the Rose Kennedy Center at Montefiore are surveying adults with I/DD and their caregivers.
Help us understand your experiences with mental health in the time of COVID-19. Take the survey and share it with patients with I/DD and their caregivers.
May 14, 8:30 a.m.
Symposium on intersectional impact of disability, race and COVID-19
This symposium will explore the Intersectionality of Disability, Race, Ethnicity, Culture, Gender Identities, and the Political Determinants of Health and provoke a deeper discussion, a greater sense of shared responsibility and a better-defined road map for future action in partnership with people with disabilities.
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