A Message from IAHD’s CEO:
We are grateful to Governor Cuomo for acknowledging and thanking Direct Support Professionals. We owe them a debt of gratitude for their commitment every day. They are not only contending with people who are ill, they have to work those people who do not understand the concept of social distancing…
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IAHD’s Latest Update to CoronaVirus COVID-19
April 5, 2020 We continue to stay vigilant in these next few weeks as we hear news everyday about the impending apex of the Coronavirus. The peak that Governor Cuomo references during his daily briefings can send chills down your spine in anticipation of what may come; like a scene in…
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IAHD’s Update to CoronaVirus COVID-19
March 30, 2020 These past few weeks have been tumultuous, to say the least. The CoronaVirus outbreak has changed life as we all know it and it’s certainly changed the way we do business at IAHD. Like the rest of the world, we have individuals we support and staff who…
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IAHD’s response to COVID-19
March 23, 2020: While we are responding to Executive Orders from the Governor and OPWDD guidance, IAHD’s highest priority continues to be the health and safety of individuals, families and staff as well as the community at large. We continue to be in touch with OPWDD, the NYC and State…
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Coronavirus Update
IAHD remains committed to providing you with up-to-date information as promptly as possible. The health and safety of ALL members of our community is a priority. Our Senior Leadership team is working 24/7 reporting and acting on all issues pertaining to this crisis. We are regularly reviewing our response plans…
moreIAHD responds to the impact of Coronavirus COVID-19
As we continue to respond to the impact of Coronavirus COVID-19, IAHD continues to follow guidance from NYC and State Departments of Health (DOH) and the CDC and are closely following their recommendations. The Day Hab Programs are closed effective today March 17th 3pm. Staff will be redeployed to work…
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Mission into Action: CQL Accreditation
The Council on Quality and Leadership Press Release 12/4/2019 On June 7, 2019, The Institutes of Applied Human Dynamics (IAHD) achieved Quality Assurances Accreditation from CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership. This internationally-recognized designation means that IAHD has made ongoing transformation a priority, to positively impact people receiving services, support…
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The Art of Printmaking
ArtsWestchester recently awarded a matching grant to IAHD. Invited Artist in Residence Diane Cherr is leading a series of print-making workshop with the IAHD artists. Through this grant the IAHD artists will learn how to use techniques of print making to create collagraphs printing projects and Styrofoam printed plates to…
moreCelebrating IAHD Direct Support Professionals – More than One Week!
Direct Support Professional Recognition Week took place September 8 through September 14th this year. Direct Support Professionals are the “core” of New York’s system of supports for individuals with developmental disabilities. This job requires technical and values-based skills that make life-changing differences in the lives of the individuals they support….
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