Important Memo to Families Re: NYS Budget Cuts

Throughout the year, CDS has been communicating with you about the challenges we face with New York State Budget cuts for OMRDD services.   As an organization that is dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities as they pursue their dreams, it is our duty to keep you informed of any developments in this area.

On Friday, October 16, 2009 OMRDD Commissioner, Diana Jones-Ritter, issued a memo regarding Governor Patterson’s two-year plan for deficit reduction.  Please take a moment to read the memo below from OMRDD Commissioner, Diana Jones Ritter.

Governor's Deficit Reduction Plan

This is alarming news to all of us who provide services to your loved ones.  As the Commissioner stated, should these reductions be implemented, cutting existing services will become a reality. 

Please be assured that CDS will continue to provide and maintain a standard of excellence in quality of care for your loved ones.  However, we need your help now more than ever, as you can help to make a difference.

We will be in contact with you as we begin to organize and mobilize advocacy efforts on behalf of individuals we support at CDS.  In the meantime, should you have questions or concerns please contact Stephanie Buchbinder, Director of Communications, at (585) 347-1205 or via email sdbuchbinder@cdsunistel.org.  If you would like to take immediate action, you can contact local legislation and governor’s office using the links below:

http://www.ny.gov

http://www.state.ny.us/governor

http://www.nysenate.gov

http://assembly.state.ny.us

http://www.omr.state.ny.us

Thank you in advance for your efforts!

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