Residential Services

Residential Committee Meetings

Meeting Time: 9:30 am to 11:30 am

All meetings are virtual until further notice.

Contact: Yvonne Patrick
Residential Coordinator
YAI/National Institute for People with Disabilities
(212)273-6100 x2174, yvonne.patrick@YAI.org

2022 Bronx DD Residential Committee Meetings

Committee chair will provide monthly

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