Hugo Rubirosa’s story, which follows his transition from North Carolina, is a gripping account of perseverance, ambition, and resilience. Hugo was drawn to the groundbreaking EKSO exoskeleton suit trials because he saw a new era of freedom and movement in New York… Read More »Hugo Rubirosa: A Study in Resilience
Working to make sure that people with disabilities know their rights in advance of upcoming elections, WDOM held a virtual program on March 14 with the League of Women Voters of Westchester and experts who explained how people with disabilities… Read More »REV UP the Vote with League of Women Voters of Westchester
Westchester Disabled on the Move (WDOM) is celebrating its 40th Anniversary. Please join us on June 27, 2–3:30 pm, on the second floor of the Yonkers Riverfront Library. There will be refreshments and live music. “For 40 years, WDOM has… Read More »Westchester Disabled On the Move Celebrates 40th Anniversary
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… Read More »Having a Disability Does Not Mean Life in a Vacuum
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… Read More »How will the New Normalcy Impact People with Disabilities?
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… Read More »Westchester Disabled On The Move Mourns The Passing Of The Great Disability Rights Advocate Judy Heumann
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).… Read More »Staff Spotlight: Nancy Sanchez, Health Care Navigator
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… Read More »Meet Buddy – WDOMI’S Winter Buddy Award Winner
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… Read More »Helping Individuals and their Families in getting Affordable Health Insurance
By Michael Avella I joined the WDOMI team in August of 2021. I come to WDOMI with over forty years of business experience from both the private and public sectors. After spending nearly 20 years in the telecommunications industry, life… Read More »Welcome our New Team Member: Michael Avella, Office Manager