Westchester Institute For Human Development

06/01/2026

Need help with OPWDD services? The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Ombudsprogram (IDDO ) is here to provide free and private support.

Contact us:
1-800-762-9290
https://iddony.org/
Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM

We can help you get information, connect with OPWDD’s Front Door, work with your providers, and file complaints if needed.

05/29/2026

WIHD is Actively Recruiting for the following positions. Click on the link for more information: https://www.wihd.org/jobs/

Case Manager Supervisor (FT)
Bilingual Sociotherapist (PT)
CFY Speech Language Pathologist (FT)
Audiologist (PT)
Dentist (PT)

05/28/2026

Join OPWDD for a Future Planning Forum in Westchester to learn more about their work and share your ideas for the future.

📍 WIHD, 20 Plaza West, Valhalla, NY
📅 June 22, 2026
⏰ 5 PM – 7 PM

Language and accessibility supports available upon request. Register using the QR code on the flyer.

05/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for WIHD’s 2026 Spring Gala, Together We Thrive.

Because of the incredible generosity of our community, WIHD’s 2026 Spring Gala raised more than $210,000 in support of our mission and the individuals and families we serve throughout the Hudson Valley.

We are so grateful to our sponsors, donors, volunteers, community partners, and friends for making the evening such a success.

There is still time to support WIHD’s mission: https://e.givesmart.com/s/:YF4HtikTnWa/e/N5V/

04/30/2026

Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Brendan Klein, who is being honored tonight at Yes She Can’s *Voices in Autism Leadership Awards*! 🎉

Several CSN staff members will be there to support Brendan and celebrate this incredible achievement.

Brendan, your work truly makes a meaningful impact, and we are so proud to see it recognized in this way—so well deserved!

Learn more about the event:

Let's Honor Autism Awareness Month Together

04/23/2026

We’re getting closer to an incredible evening at our upcoming gala, and tickets are selling fast!
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, connection, and memorable experiences.

📅 Date: May 13, 2026
📍 Location: Scarsdale Golf Club

🎟️ Secure your tickets today before we sell out: https://wihdgala26.givesmart.com

04/16/2026

We are honored to welcome Lucas Hunt as our gala auctioneer for the evening.

Lucas Hunt is the President of HUNT Philanthropy and a celebrated American poet, with published works including IOWA, HAMPTONS, and NEW YORK. Over the past 14 years, he has helped raise hundreds of millions of dollars for distinguished organizations such as St. Jude, Make-A-Wish, the American Cancer Society, and The Museum of African American History. A graduate of the World Wide College of Auctioneering and a certified Benefit Auction Specialist (BAS), he is renowned for his ability to command the room and inspire extraordinary generosity.

04/15/2026

We are sharing an upcoming community event that may be of interest to families. (This is not a WIHD sponsored program)

Concordia Conservatory presents LOVE, an interactive and sensory friendly musical experience designed for neurodiverse individuals of all ages along with their families and caregivers. Through live music movement and storytelling the performance explores emotions in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Saturday May 2 at 10 am
The Reformed Church of Bronxville

Tickets are available through Concordia Conservatory

04/15/2026

WIHD is proud to see Aspiring LeaDDers step into advocacy in such a powerful way by debating, voting, and making their voices heard. Opportunities like this truly bring self-advocacy to life and highlight the importance of inclusion, access, and equal opportunity.

Thank you to Legislator Erika Pierce and all those who helped make this meaningful experience possible. The future is brighter when every voice is heard and valued. 💙