CP State

10/20/2026

10/07/2026

What does true collaboration look like in disability advocacy? 💡

In our newest episode of CP State(d), host Laura Beth Malkowski (Aspire of WNY / CP State Emerging Leader) sits down with CP State President & CEO Mike Alvaro and Aspire of WNY President & CEO Renee Filip.

Together, they dive into CP State’s 80th anniversary milestone, the power of statewide affiliate partnerships, and what’s next for disability advocacy and education across New York State.

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How do state associations and local agencies work together to drive...

09/08/2026

Love to see CHOP helping in a big way! 🥰

Get in your CHOP applications if you haven't yet! Funds remaining are dwindling by the day:
🔗 https://cpstate.org/community-health-outreach-project/

09/08/2026

When life went left, Derrick Tennant chose to look on the RIGHT side! 🧠✨

In our latest episode of CP State(d), hosts Tim Ferguson and Kelsey Massyk sit down with inspirational speaker, comedian, and CP State 80th Anniversary Conference keynote speaker Derrick Tennant.

After a brain injury at age 14 left him paralyzed on his left side, Derrick didn't give up—he went on to play competitive basketball overseas, travel the world doing comedy, and develop his "Yo-Yo Principle" (your obstacle is your opportunity). 🪀

🎧 Watch/Listen to the episode now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Kt5nGefTS8
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In this episode, Tim Ferguson, Director of Partnerships and Trainin...

09/02/2026

We believe that every New Yorker with I/DD deserves a stable, dependable care system. To show our legislators why that is important, we need your stories!

Tell us how an I/DD service or support helped you, a friend, or a family member in a time of need: https://bit.ly/3QOPoUl

09/01/2026

Check out ADAPT’s FREE webinars for September:

🌟September 17- INCLUDEnyc Online: Specialized Transportation for Students with IEPs

Learn how you can access the most up-to-date information about your child’s busing services, and how to deal with any concerns that might arise. We’ll discuss the changes that have been instituted this school year and how to make sure that your children have a safe, secure, and on-time ride!

🔗https://bit.ly/45XELq4

🌟 September 24 - How to Protect Your Child Legally and Financially

Learn about the essential legal and financial planning needed to protect your child’s assets and benefits. Topics include government benefits, ABLE accounts, guardianship, estate planning, wills, special needs trusts, and strategies for funding them.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4x3PtWV

Register Today!

08/18/2026

80 years strong, and the celebrations continue! 🎉

Since celebrating our affiliates is what this is all about, we asked them to send over photos of their history... and man, did they deliver!

Swipe through for a handful of amazing photos spanning from the 1940s to just last month. ➡️

It’s an incredible reminder of how far we’ve come together. While there’s still plenty of work ahead, one thing hasn't changed in 80 years: putting smiles on the faces of those with I/DD is, and always will be, our top priority! 💙

(P.S. Stay tuned! We’ll be featuring all of our Affiliates in the coming weeks as we count down to our Annual Conference on October 28–29!)

08/17/2026

Today is , a moment to celebrate the power of community, advocacy, and collective action.

As we mark 80 years of driving the disability movement, we reflect on the incredible journey of fighting for equality, accessibility, and opportunity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). None of this progress happens in isolation—it is powered by people and partnerships.

💙 To our Affiliates: Thank you for your relentless dedication. Day in and day out, your staff and leadership work on the frontlines to deliver transformative care, community living, and advocacy. You are the backbone of this movement.

💚 To our Supporters, Donors, and Advocates: Especially during challenging times like these, your support ensures that individuals with I/DD have a voice, access to critical resources, and the support they deserve.

💙 To the direct support professionals, administrators, families, and champions across our network: Thank you for your unwavering commitment. Here’s to honoring our 80-year legacy and continuing the fight together.

🔗 [Link to learn more & support our mission in the comments below!]

08/14/2026

08/05/2026

We are excited to announce the 2026 Annual Award Winners who will be honored at the CP State 80th Anniversary Annual Conference in Saratoga Springs this October! Until we get to October, please take a moment to congratulate these hardworking, inspirational leaders dedicated to supporting and empowering the disability community.

• From Happiness House, Dylan Weichenthal receives the Achievement Award
• From The Center for Discovery, Dr. Philip Wilken receives the Clinician of the Year Award
• From HCA - Helping Celebrate Abilities, Cheryl Gordon receives the Employee of the Year Award
• From Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley, Debra Ricketson receives the DSP of the Year Award
• From Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County, Karen Geller-Hittleman receives the Leadership Award
• From CP Unlimited, Angel Rodriguez and the program, “Together We Work,” receive the Program Innovation Award
• From Access CNY, Denise Lindy receives the Volunteer Service Award
• From ADAPT Community Network, Roberta Koenigsberg receives the Distinguished Service Award

Looking forward to continuing to celebrate all of you in October! 🎉💙💚