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The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome and other neurological impairments.
The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects you to the services you want and need. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins, which helps you learn about and access service options that take your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that, as a person with developmental disabilities you have the right to:
Enjoy meaningful relationships,
Experience personal growth,
Participate in your community and,
Live in the home of your choice.
Front Door staff will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Long Island
Front Door Office Long Island
631-434-6000
Counties served: Nassau, Suffolk
Care Coordination Organizations (CCO)
There are three different Care Coordination Organizations that cover Long Island. Families may choose which one to work with. You may contact them prior to applying for OPWDD Eligibility.
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