Southern Tier Independence Center

08/21/2026

Binghamton Porchfest is for EVERYONE, and STIC is excited to be a part of it!

We will be in Rec Park's Kid Village from 12pm-3pm during Porchfest and we are bringing two sensory tents with us!

Our sensory tents will provide quiet, calming spaces where children can take a break if the sights, sounds, crowds, or activity of the Porchfest become overwhelming.

Come enjoy the music, visit the Kids Village and stop by our STIC table to say hello!

🐶 Porchfest is for everyone!!!

We're only a few weeks away from the event of the summer on Binghamton's West Side, and we can't wait to fill the neighborhood with live music, friends, family, and community. 🎶

Whether you're coming for the music, bringing the kids to the Kids Village, shopping the Artisan Market, grabbing a bite from a local vendor, hanging out with your pup, or simply strolling from porch to porch, there's something for everyone at Binghamton Porchfest. 💛

We're still looking for volunteers and sponsors to help make this our biggest and best Porchfest yet!

🤝 Volunteer: https://www.binghamtonporchfest.com/volunteer
⭐ Sponsor: https://www.binghamtonporchfest.com/sponsor

West Side is the Fest Side!

❤️🎶🎠🐕☀️🎻

08/21/2026

Tickets Are Now On Sale for STIC's Cluck, Chuck, and Cruise Fundraiser!

Please join us for a fun filled day of great food, friendly competition, and classic cars, all while supporting our mission to empower people with disabilities to live independently.

📅 Saturday, September 26
🕚 1pm-5pm
📍 Pines, 1660 Union Center Hwy, Endicott, NY 13760

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!

Purchase your tickets:
At STIC's main office, 135 E. Frederick St., Binghamton, at our reception desk, or
Online here: https://xscapes.resova.us/items/view/9?widget=true
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08/14/2026

Need help with health coverage? STIC can help! 💙

Navigating health insurance and Medicaid doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

STIC’s Health Enrollment Programs provide free, personalized assistance to help you find and maintain the coverage that’s right for you.

🔹 FE-ABD (Facilitated Enrollment for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled)
For New Yorkers who are 65+, blind, or disabled, our experts can help you apply for Medicaid and understand your benefits—including coverage options for nursing home care and working individuals with disabilities.

🔹 NYSOH Navigator Program
Our certified Navigators provide free, one-on-one assistance with enrolling in or renewing Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and Qualified Health Plans through the New York State of Health Marketplace.
Whether you’re applying for coverage for the first time or need help renewing your plan, STIC is here to help you navigate the process.

Contact STIC today to schedule an individual session with one of our enrollment experts!
607-724-2111 ~ Ask for Jerome James, Director of Health Enrollment Programs
🔗 FE-ABD: https://www.stic-cil.org/feabd
🔗 NYSOH Navigator: https://sticnavigator.com/

Our Mission STIC’s Navigator Program is designed to meet the needs of clients by providing health insurance enrollment assistance in convenient, community-based locations. Navigators provide culturally competent, linguistically appropriate, and disability accessible enrollment services. They are ...

08/07/2026

☀️ Summer is in full swing, and we hope everyone is finding time to enjoy all that our community has to offer!

STIC will be out this weekend at one of the Southern Tier’s favorite summer traditions, the 42nd Annual Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally!

📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 Otsiningo Park | Binghamton, NY

Stop by, say hello, and learn more about STIC and the services we provide to support independence, accessibility, and inclusion throughout our community.

Alt Text: Graphic promoting STIC’s attendance at the Spiedie Fest this weekend. The image features colorful hot air balloons in the background, including a balloon with the STIC logo. Text reads: “We can’t wait to see you! STIC will be at the Spiedie Fest this weekend! August 7th–9th.”

08/01/2026

☀️August is here, and so is our latest Resource Guide! ☀️

Looking for things to do this month or helpful community resources?

Our Behavior & Counseling team has put together the attached guide that is filled with community events, family activities, and more.

📖 Check out the August Resource Guide here:

07/31/2026

🌈 As Disability Pride Month comes to a close, our commitment to disability rights continues.

Throughout July, we've celebrated disability pride, disability history, and honored the disability rights movement.

We also kicked off our ADA in Action campaign with our incredible staff, recognizing that the Americans with Disabilities Act isn't just history, it's something we all play a role in protecting and advancing.

We'll continue advocating, educating, and working alongside our community because disability pride isn't just for July, it's something we carry with us every day.

Here's to keeping the momentum going. 💙



Alt text: A collage of photos from STIC's ADA in Action launch held during Disability Pride Month. The images show staff and participants engaged in interactive learning stations, small group discussions, and educational activities about disability rights and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One photo features a staff member presenting at the front of the room, while others show employees and community members gathered around tables participating in hands-on activities. A central graphic reads, "Celebrating Disability Pride Month at STIC," alongside the STIC logo on a colorful Disability Pride flag background.

07/31/2026

We're looking for a Habilitation Coordinator to join our team!

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys building relationships, supporting others, and making a difference every day.

As a Habilitation Coordinator, you'll supervise and support a team of Direct Support Professionals while coordinating services that help people with disabilities live more independently and achieve their personal goals.

If you're passionate about helping others succeed and want to work for an organization that values inclusion, empowerment, and community, we'd love to hear from you.

Learn more about the position: https://www.stic-cil.org/web/content/5971?unique=b08fce0a08c83b358bd649cb8a9ca051823e2369

07/30/2026

Members of our STIC team helped prepare and serve dinner at The United Presbyterian Church of Binghamton Overnight Center.

Thank you to our employees who helped provide a hot meal and a little extra kindness to our neighbors in our community.

And thank you to the United Presbyterian Church of Binghamton and the Broome County Urban League for coordinating these meals and for all you do for our community.

We hope these photos inspire others to get involved. ✨

You can signup to provide a meal by emailing [email protected].

Album alt text: A series of photos show STIC employees, wearing hair nets and gloves, volunteering in a commercial kitchen as they prepare a dinner for guests at a church in Binghamton. The images include volunteers cooking together, and fresh ingredients being prepared.

07/28/2026

🌟 Join Our Team at STIC! 🌟
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities?
Southern Tier Independence Center (STIC) is hiring!
We offer a variety of opportunities for individuals who are passionate about promoting independence, inclusion, and community integration.
✅ Visit the following link for complete job descriptions:
https://www.stic-cil.org/careers
📋 For application information and to learn more about the exciting career opportunities available at STIC, visit:
https://www.stic-cil.org/careers
💙🕊️Apply today to join a mission-driven organization where your work truly matters.


Alt Text: Graphic with a teal and light gray background that reads "WE ARE HIRING" in large white letters. Below, a heading says "JOB POSITIONS," followed by a bulleted list of openings: Habilitation Coordinator, Navigator Positions, Counseling Positions, NY Connects Specialist, Housing Specialists, Resource & Referral Specialists, and Open Doors Transition Specialist. The STIC (Southern Tier Independence Center) logo appears on the right, featuring teal hands releasing a gray dove. At the bottom, the graphic reads "SEND YOUR RESUME TO" followed by the email address [email protected]