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  • Having a Disability Does Not Mean Life in a Vacuum

    The news impacts the disability community just like everywhere else. By Maria Samuels, Executive Director All too often, the news erupts with a story that compels you to take a side.  The latest is the death of George Floyd.  Many companies and organizations have issued statements hoping to clarify that they are not racist, sexist,…

  • How will the New Normalcy Impact People with Disabilities?

    By Carole Conklin, WDOMI Receptionist Westchester County continues to emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic with slow and steady reopenings — something to be excited about especially  after so many months  of the new norm of businesses being closed, being quarantined at home, social distancing, being apart from family and friends, working remotely, etc. These months…

  • Westchester Disabled On The Move Mourns The Passing Of The Great Disability Rights Advocate Judy Heumann

    Westchester Disabled On The Move Mourns The Passing Of The Great Disability Rights Advocate Judy Heumann (1947 – 2023).“Mother” Of The Disability Rights Movement. By Maria Samuels, Executive Director Along with Ed Roberts and others, she is the reason why we have Independent Living Centers like Westchester Disabled on the Move, Inc. (WDOMI) dedicated to…

  • Staff Spotlight: Nancy Sanchez, Health Care Navigator

    By Nancy Sanchez I have been with the WDOMI family since September 2020. Given my exposure to many industries, my experience is diverse. I have worked in the private sector (Advertising, Marketing, Import/Export, and Financial Institutions, to name a few). I have also served in City, County, and Federal government entities. I also have extensive…

  • Meet Buddy – WDOMI’S Winter Buddy Award Winner

    Who is Buddy? A service animal, as per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) An assistance animal as per the Fair Housing Act  A fluffy ball of love and joy The answer is 3. The differences among a pet and a service animal and an assistance animal have confused many, but no one Is confused…

  • Helping Individuals and their Families in getting Affordable Health Insurance

    WDOMI has New York State of Health certified Navigators who can assist New York residents in qualifying for and enrolling them in an affordable health plan. Residents of NY State – Ages 0 to 64 can get full coverage from $0 monthly premium to obtaining financial assistance to reduce the premium on a qualified health plan.…

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