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WHO ARE WE?

The Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council is an association of parents, advocates, consumers and professionals concerned with the needs of people with developmental disabilities who reside in the Bronx. Through our Executive Board, Standing Committees and Special Events, we provide a forum for the discussion of issues, provide information and support to families, and advocate for the social and economic issues that affect the quality of life of the people we serve.

The council acts in an advisory capacity to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygieneand the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, identifying unmet needs and reviewing service proposals. We provide representation to the InterAgency Councilof Developmental Disabilities Agencies and work in cooperation with New York City’s other four Borough Councils as well as other advocacy and planning groups.

CLOUD RECORDING FOR OUR 3/13/24 BRONX DD COUNCIL EXECUTIVE MEETING IS NOW AVAILABLE:

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CLOUD RECORDING FOR OUR 2/14/24 BRONX DD COUNCIL EXECUTIVE MEETING IS NOW AVAILABLE:

Topic: Bronx DD Council Executive Board Meeting
Date: Feb 14, 2024 09:22 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Commissioner’s Medical Grand Rounds on Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

The Disability and Health Program is pleased to announced the Commissioner’s Medical Grand Rounds on “Working with People with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Across Health Care Settings,” is now available for viewing.

This webinar explores healthcare delivery highlighting gaps in services faced by individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Expert speakers, including Vincent Siasoco, MD, MBA, share insights on culturally competent care, and self-advocate Claire Polin provides a perspective from lived experience navigating healthcare.

Gain a foundational understanding of barriers to care and essential strategies to address disparate health outcomes.

Session Details:

  • Moderator: James V. McDonald, MD, MPH (Commissioner of the New York State Department of Health)
  • Speakers: Vincent Siasoco, MD, MBA; Stephen Sulkes, MD; Izel Obermeyer, Ph.D.; Claire Polin
  • Date: Originally presented on December 15, 2023

How to Access:

To watch the recorded session, simply click here.

Continuing education credits are available to those who complete an evaluation and post-test.

 

Disability & Health Program Team

Bureau of Community Chronic Disease Prevention

150 Broadway Suite 350

Menands, NY  12204

Tel: 518-408-5142/Fax: 518-474-3356

www.health.ny.gov