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Indera Our office is located at 635 James Street Syracuse, NY 13203. Our staff and agency serve individuals with disabilities throughout Central New York.

Indera is a Center for Independent Living. Our office is located at 1820 Lemoyne Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13208. Our staff and agency serve individuals throughout Onondaga County.

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Local partnerships. Meaningful impact. Stronger communities!We're proud to see Indera's work highlighted by United Wa...
10/20/2026

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Local partnerships. Meaningful impact. Stronger communities!

We're proud to see Indera's work highlighted by United Way of Cayuga County!

Our own Scott Pecoy joined Julisa Stone-Szpaicher of United Way of Cayuga County and Lisa Cruz on Classic Hits 99.3 to discuss how United Way grant funding helps Indera make a difference in the lives of people throughout our community.

๐Ÿ’œ Partnerships like these help us create opportunities, promote independence, and build more inclusive communities where everyone can thrive.

A big thank you to United Way of Cayuga County for its continued investment in local programs and for giving us the opportunity to share our story!

๐ŸŽง Take a listen to hear more about the impact we're making together!

Scott Pecoy of Indera joined Julisa Stone-Szpaicher and Lisa Cruz o...

๐Ÿฌ๐ŸŽƒ ONE WEEK UNTIL TRICK OR TREAT AT INDERA! ๐Ÿ‘ปThe countdown is ON! โณHave you picked out your costume yet? Maybe you're go...
10/20/2026

๐Ÿฌ๐ŸŽƒ ONE WEEK UNTIL TRICK OR TREAT AT INDERA! ๐Ÿ‘ป

The countdown is ON! โณ

Have you picked out your costume yet? Maybe you're going spooky, silly, superhero, or skipping the costume altogether. Either way, we've got treats waiting for you! ๐Ÿญ

Join us Tuesday, October 27, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at any of our participating Indera offices!

๐Ÿ“ 635 James Street, Syracuse

๐Ÿ“ 1820 Lemoyne Avenue, Syracuse

๐Ÿ“ 293 State Route 104E, Oswego

โœจ No RSVPs! No registration! Just stop by!

Costumes are encouraged but never required.

Who's ready for some Halloween fun? ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿฆ‡



Image Description: A colorful, Halloween-themed Indera Trick or Treat flyer featuring a large, smiling orange jack-oโ€™-lantern against a deep purple background. The pumpkin has dark eyes, a triangular nose, and a wide, toothy grin. Playful decorations include a purple pumpkin, a cartoon skull, stars, and clouds. The Indera logo appears in the upper right corner against a bright yellow circle.
Large, festive lettering reads โ€œTrick or Treat.โ€ The flyer invites visitors to stop by on Tuesday, October 27, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. No RSVPs are required, and costumes are encouraged but optional. Visitors can drop in anytime during the event at one of three Indera offices: 635 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203; 1820 Lemoyne Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13208; or 293 State Route 104E, Oswego, NY 13126. The overall design is bright, playful, and welcoming, celebrating Halloween fun for all!

โ™ฟ **Independent Living Is About More Than Services. It's About CHOICE, ACCESS, and OPPORTUNITY!**Did you know that Inder...
10/19/2026

โ™ฟ **Independent Living Is About More Than Services. It's About CHOICE, ACCESS, and OPPORTUNITY!**

Did you know that Indera is a **Center for Independent Living (CIL)?**

At Indera, we believe people with disabilities have the right to make their own decisions, direct their own lives, and participate fully in their communities.

As a Center for Independent Living, our work is rooted in a powerful belief: **People with disabilities are the experts on their own lives.**

๐Ÿ’ฌ **What does that look like in action?**

โœ… **Empowering Independence:** Supporting people in building skills and confidence to live life on their own terms.

โœ… **Breaking Down Barriers:** Advocating for accessibility, equal rights, and inclusive communities.

โœ… **Connecting People to Resources:** Helping individuals and families navigate services, opportunities, and community supports.

โœ… **Supporting One Another:** Creating connections through shared experiences, peer support, and advocacy.

Independent Living isn't about doing everything on your own. **It's about having the same choices, opportunities, and control over your life as everyone else.**

At Indera, we're proud to be part of a movement that champions disability rights, self-determination, and a world where disability never limits opportunity.

๐ŸŒŽ **Because independence looks different for everyone, but the right to choose belongs to us all.**



Image Description: A promotional graphic for Indera highlighting its role as a Center for Independent Living. Large navy blue text at the top reads, โ€œIndependent Living.โ€ Below, bold purple text states, โ€œYOUR LIFE YOUR CHOICES.โ€ On the right, a smiling man wearing glasses, a green shirt, and jeans sits in a wheelchair outdoors against a softly blurred background with purple accents.
Text beneath the headline reads, โ€œIndera is proud to be a Center for Independent Living, advancing disability rights, independence, and opportunity for all.โ€
Across the middle, four colorful circular icons represent key principles: Empowering Independence (purple), Advocating for Change (blue), Connecting to Resources (green), and Supporting One Another (gold).
A navy blue banner along the bottom features a QR code on the left and the Indera name in purple on the right, accompanied by the phrases โ€œIndependence & Access for Allโ€ and โ€œA Center for Independent Living.โ€

๐Ÿก HELP PEOPLE FIND MORE THAN HOUSING. HELP THEM BUILD INDEPENDENCE!We're hiring a Housing and Care Coordinator! ๐Ÿ“ฃAre you...
10/18/2026

๐Ÿก HELP PEOPLE FIND MORE THAN HOUSING. HELP THEM BUILD INDEPENDENCE!

We're hiring a Housing and Care Coordinator! ๐Ÿ“ฃ

Are you passionate about helping people live independently, connect with their communities, and access the resources they need to thrive?

Join the team at Indera and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals receiving supportive housing services through our ESSHI Program at Sennett Meadows!

โœจ Position: Housing and Care Coordinator
๐Ÿ“ Location: Syracuse & Cayuga County, NY
๐Ÿ’ฐ Pay: $22.65โ€“$25.00 per hour

What will you do?

๐Ÿ  Help individuals establish and maintain safe, stable housing
๐Ÿค Connect participants with essential community resources and support services
๐ŸŒŸ Support independent living skills and personal goals
๐Ÿ’ฌ Build meaningful relationships and empower individuals to thrive in their communities

At Indera, we believe disability should never limit opportunity, and everyone deserves the chance to live with dignity, independence, and choice.

Ready to make an impact? We'd love to hear from you!

๐Ÿ‘‰ Apply today and join the Indera team!

๐Ÿ”—https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/EB55171CAFC1C5B13B0CBD8F4AA072DC/jobs/746602

Image Description: Recruitment graphic for Indera advertising a Housing and Care Coordinator position. The graphic features a warm, welcoming photograph of an older adult with gray hair seated on a bench overlooking a landscaped residential building surrounded by trees, flowers, and greenery.
Large navy blue text at the top reads, โ€œNOW HIRING,โ€ followed by โ€œHousing and Care Coordinatorโ€ and the tagline โ€œSupport. Connect. Empower.โ€
Along the left side, three simple navy blue icons highlight Stable Housing, Community Resources, and Independent Living. A QR code appears in the lower left corner against a soft sage green background, with an arrow and the words โ€œAPPLY TODAY!โ€
The Indera logo appears in the lower right corner in purple, accompanied by the tagline โ€œIndependence & Access for Allโ€ in light blue. The overall design uses soft neutral tones, navy blue, sage green, and subtle yellow accents to create a welcoming and professional recruitment announcement.

๐Ÿ“ข Stay Informed! OPWDD Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board MeetingYour voice and perspective matter! ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธThe New York...
10/17/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Stay Informed! OPWDD Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board Meeting

Your voice and perspective matter! ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) invites community members, individuals with autism, families, caregivers, and advocates to attend the upcoming Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Advisory Board public meeting.

The Advisory Board helps guide improvements to services and supports for people with autism across New York State. Discussions focus on strengthening existing services, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting collaboration among state agencies.

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, October 21, 2026

โฐ 12:00 PM โ€“ 2:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Attend In Person:
Empire State Plaza, Meeting Room 7
Albany, NY

๐Ÿ’ป Attend Virtually:
Join from wherever you are via WebEx!

๐Ÿ”— Register to attend virtually:
https://meetny-gov.webex.com/weblink/register/rd5d1e148f9753219fa41924019a982fc

๐ŸŽฅ Can't make it? OPWDD plans to record the meeting and share it on its YouTube channel afterward.

๐Ÿ”Ž View meeting details and agenda:
https://opwdd.ny.gov/event/autism-spectrum-disorder-asd-advisory-board-meeting-2

At Indera, we believe access to information and opportunities for community engagement are important steps toward building more inclusive communities. We encourage those interested to learn more and participate!

๐Ÿ“Œ Please note: This is an OPWDD-hosted public meeting, not an Indera event. We are sharing this information as a resource for individuals, families, and our community.



Image Description: Informational graphic promoting the OPWDD Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Advisory Board Meeting. The graphic features a clean white background with bold navy blue and light blue text, accented by yellow and blue puzzle pieces on the right side. Meeting details include Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Attendees can participate in person at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, NY, or virtually via WebEx. Calendar, location pin, and laptop icons appear alongside the meeting details. A light blue banner at the bottom clarifies that the meeting is hosted by OPWDD, not Indera, and that Indera is sharing the information as a community resource.

10/16/2026

๐Ÿ“ข YOUR VOICE MATTERS! OPWDD Public Meeting in Syracuse!

The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is hosting its next Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council (DDAC) public meeting, and community members are invited to attend!

This is an opportunity to stay informed, hear important discussions, and share your perspective on issues affecting people with developmental disabilities across New York State.

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday, October 20, 2026

โฐ 11:00 AM โ€“ 2:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Syracuse Location:
187 Northern Concourse, Classroom 2
Syracuse, NY 13212

Attending in person? When you arrive, use the phone in the vestibule to dial 8505 or 6901 and let staff know you're there for the DDAC meeting. Please sign in at the security desk.

๐Ÿ’ป Can't attend in person? You can watch the meeting live online!

๐Ÿ”— https://totalwebcasting.com/live/nysopwdd

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Want to share your thoughts? Public comments are welcome! You can participate in person or register to provide comments virtually through Total Webcasting.

๐Ÿ”Ž Learn more about the meeting:
https://opwdd.ny.gov/event/developmental-disabilities-advisory-council-ddac-meeting-5

At Indera, we believe that informed, engaged communities help create more opportunities for people of all abilities. We encourage individuals, families, caregivers, and advocates to learn more and get involved!

Please note: This meeting is hosted by OPWDD, not Indera. We are sharing this information as a resource for our community.



Image Description: Informational graphic promoting the OPWDD Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council (DDAC) Public Meeting. The graphic features a bold navy blue background at the top with large white text reading โ€œOPWDDโ€ and โ€œPUBLIC MEETING,โ€ with โ€œDDACโ€ prominently displayed in bright yellow. The lower portion has a clean white background with navy blue text and light blue and yellow accents. Meeting details include Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at 187 Northern Concourse, Syracuse, NY 13212. A calendar icon and location pin highlight the event details. On the right, an illustration of three people with overlapping speech bubbles represents community discussion and participation.

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป Calling All Monsters, Ghosts & Goblins! ๐ŸฌSomething SWEET is happening at Indera, and you're invited!We're opening our...
10/15/2026

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป Calling All Monsters, Ghosts & Goblins! ๐Ÿฌ

Something SWEET is happening at Indera, and you're invited!

We're opening our doors for an afternoon of Halloween fun, friendly faces, and plenty of treats! ๐Ÿฆ‡๐Ÿญ

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday, October 27
โฐ 1:00 PM โ€“ 4:00 PM

๐Ÿ“ Stop by any of our three participating Indera offices in Syracuse or Oswego!

๐ŸŽ‰ The best part? NO RSVPs REQUIRED!

Come dressed in your Halloween best or just as you are! Costumes are encouraged but always optional.

Grab your treat bags and come say BOO! ๐Ÿ‘ป We can't wait to see you!



Image Description: A colorful, Halloween-themed Indera Trick or Treat flyer featuring a large, smiling orange jack-oโ€™-lantern against a deep purple background. The pumpkin has dark eyes, a triangular nose, and a wide, toothy grin. Playful decorations include a purple pumpkin, a cartoon skull, stars, and clouds. The Indera logo appears in the upper right corner against a bright yellow circle.
Large, festive lettering reads โ€œTrick or Treat.โ€ The flyer invites visitors to stop by on Tuesday, October 27, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. No RSVPs are required, and costumes are encouraged but optional. Visitors can drop in anytime during the event at one of three Indera offices: 635 James Street, Syracuse, NY 13203; 1820 Lemoyne Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13208; or 293 State Route 104E, Oswego, NY 13126. The overall design is bright, playful, and welcoming, celebrating Halloween fun for all!

๐Ÿšจ **NEED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT? WE MAY HAVE JUST WHAT YOU NEED!** โ™ฟWhy purchase expensive medical equipment when you may be ...
10/14/2026

๐Ÿšจ **NEED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT? WE MAY HAVE JUST WHAT YOU NEED!** โ™ฟ

Why purchase expensive medical equipment when you may be able to borrow it instead?

Whether you're recovering from surgery, caring for a loved one, or navigating a temporary mobility challenge, finding the right equipment shouldn't add to your stress or financial burden.

๐Ÿ’ก **Indera's Medical Loan Closet is here to help!**

Our Medical Loan Closet helps connect individuals and families with available medical equipment, providing a practical, affordable solution when you need a little extra support.

โœ… Save money on equipment you may only need temporarily

โœ… Find support during recovery or changing mobility needs

โœ… Give gently used medical equipment a second life

๐Ÿ“ž **Have questions or need equipment? Let's talk!**

Contact **Chad Norton, Advocacy & Accessibility**

๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]

๐Ÿ“ฑ (315) 671-2927

**Because getting the equipment you need shouldn't be another obstacle to overcome.**



Image Description: Promotional graphic for Inderaโ€™s Medical Loan Closet featuring a wheelchair, walker, and crutches in a bright, welcoming indoor setting. Bold black text at the top reads, โ€œNEED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT?โ€ followed by large purple lettering, โ€œDonโ€™t Buy It. Borrow It!โ€
The graphic explains that Inderaโ€™s Medical Loan Closet connects individuals and families with available medical equipment, offering a practical, affordable solution. Three benefits are highlighted with icons: saving money on temporarily needed equipment, finding support during recovery or changing mobility needs, and giving gently used equipment a second life.
The Indera logo appears in the upper right corner. A dark purple banner across the bottom reads, โ€œHave questions or need equipment? Letโ€™s talk!โ€ and provides contact information for Chad Norton, Advocacy & Accessibility, at [email protected] or (315) 671-2927.

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635 James Street
Syracuse, NY
13203

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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